Maison Théodore Année à Paris - Box - Brass, tortoise shells, Wood - Boulle marquetry

Magnificent glove box from France dating to the Napoleonic era — circa 1870.

Box made of ebonized walnut and Boulle marquetry, in brass and red-tinted tortoiseshell. Brass fillets. Superb craftsmanship!

Initials on the top, in the center of the box: "C.B".

Signed on the lock: "Th. Année. rue chapon 18 Paris" for the Maison Théodore Année, 18 Rue Chapon in Paris!

Also opens from the front.

No key.

Dimensions:

Length: 26.5 cm
Depth: 10.5 cm
Height: 8 cm

The box is in very good condition (see photos) and will be shipped in appropriate packaging.