19TH C. NAPOLEONIC PRISONER OF WAR STRAW WORK BOX

European, first quarter 19th century. Napoleonic era Prisoner of War straw jewelry box, having floral decorated lid, and interior with mirror, three compartments and two pin cushions, apparently unmarked.

Provenance: Previously offered Bonhams, San Francisco, sale 22466, Fine Furniture, Silver, Decorative Arts and Clocks, October 26, 2015, lot 1397.

Approximate dimensions: h. 3", w. 8.75", d. 5.75".
Condition: Some minor losses, loss of silvering to plate, key is lacking, later fabric to pin cushions, box is structurally sound.