Antique French Victorian Burled Marquetry Inlay Trinket Vanity Case Cigar Box

Description

An exceptional large wooden case from the Victorian era, circa 1880s. Made from pine with raised and burled panels. Features a marquetry inlay top showcasing a bird within a flowering branch, framed in filigree inlay with a mother of pearl edge. The case has an upper compartment and large lower drawer. Interior is velvet lined with a silk ruffled top. The top is marked P. Banman & Co Saint Louis. A beautiful decorative display piece with versatility and function. Great for use as a jewelry box, document storage case, hand guns and ammunition or a cigar humidor.

Condition

Good Condition; General use related wear. Light marking and distressing. Split to wood along bottom. Some tears and stains to interior lining.

Dimensions

22" x 23" x 8.75"h