19th C. Antique Walnut/Burl Dressing Box with Secret Compartment, Jewellery Drawer & Silver-Plated Dressing Set Description: Fine 19th-century Victorian/Napoleon III lady’s dressing box (nécessaire de voyage) crafted in rich burl/walnut wood with ornate inlaid brass/metal and bone cartouches. This exceptional box features a spring-loaded secret compartment that releases a hidden lower velvet-lined jewellery drawer. The top section opens to reveal a fitted interior complete with cut-glass scent bottles and jars with silver-plated pierced lids, alongside delicate mother-of-pearl vanity tools (button hook, corkscrew, file). Type: Dressing Box / Vanity Box with Secret Drawer Origin: Europe (England / France) Period: 19th Century (c. 1860–1880) Dimension: 30x22cm Height: 17cm Materials: Burl/walnut wood, brass/metal inlay, green velvet, cut glass, silver-plated metal lids (not solid silver), mother-of-pearl tools Features: Secret release mechanism for hidden jewellery tray, removable upper tray, original mirror/document holder under the lid Condition: Good antique condition consistent with age. The wood case retains a warm patina with minor age lines/wear to the brass inlay. Secret mechanism is functional. Glass bottles and silver-plated lids are intact with light tarnish/patina. Green velvet lining shows authentic age-related wear. Please inspect photos for full details. Shipping: Fast and secure shipping with custom protective packaging and UPS tracking number.