Napoleon III jewelry box in lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlays inspired by - Napoleon III - Mother of pearl, Wood - Second half 19th century

Large black lacquered wooden jewellery box, richly decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays, gold arabesques and hand-painted flower bouquets. What makes this item so special is that it has an old wax stamp from the main tax office in Cologne. In the style characteristic of France under Napoleon III, undeniably Oriental-inspired. Beautiful preserved condition given its age, accidents and small lacks on borders, signs of age. See condition and defects on detailed photos. Dimensions approx. 15 × 33. 5 × 25. 5 cm Will be carefully packaged and secured for shipment with adequate material. Insured and tracked shipment with signature required upon receipt.