Antique French Victorian Carved 11" Wall or Bracket Shelf, Hooded Jester Figure needlepoint bed cover that lift-out tray seems it

that lift-out tray seems it would have had 2 brass curved wire or bars at the raised side handle spots

I have no reference to the maker of this beautiful fan

no big chips to deal with

among a host of great old Napoleon III and Victorian era tobacco related treasures so

Antique French Victorian Carved 11" Wall or Bracket Shelf, Hooded Jester Figure needlepoint bed cover that lift-out tray seems itDelightful antique French Napoleon III or Victorian to early Edwardian era hand carved solid wood 11" wide figural wall, clock or 'bracket' shelf with wonderful visual & decorative appeal featuring a jovial looking hooded jester type figure supporting the shelf on his back and in wonderful condition! A medium sized, impressively carved piece! Recently in from France and a lovely work, you'll love it for sure! Very good condition. The shelf surface