Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry the blades/tines all bear small

the blades/tines all bear small hallmarks that appear to read "Pariso"

The crystal is wave-wheel-cut in a splendid pattern that we have seen in the very early Baccarat catalogues in France

I have not seen this done before this one - unsure if it's from France (where we bought it) or from Italy

I'm sure these would have had a thick long lush outer framing of fringe

Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry the blades/tines all bear smallFine large antique French Napoleon III era 11 5 8 wide writing or work box, a marvelous chest in ebony finished veneers with brass inlay, ornate scrolling boulle inlaid lid & finished rosewood interior! A writing or work box, the lid opens and the front panel is hinged so folds down completely to allow access to the contents. It looks like the rear is fitted to hold inkwells, no wells unfortunately but could be replaced if you wish. It could also have