Antique French Napoleon III 6.5" Jewel Casket, Intaglio Etched Thick Beveled Glass Panels portrait miniature child Likely sewn by a young

Likely sewn by a young girl

it's the art work on top that most interests me

missing the perfume and other sewing items

The boutiques were full of finest quality fares from fine clothing to weaponry

Antique French Napoleon III 6.5" Jewel Casket, Intaglio Etched Thick Beveled Glass Panels portrait miniature child Likely sewn by a youngFabulous antique French Napoleon III era 6 5 8" square jewelry casket, an elegant miniature display box or vitrine in gilt brass with floral & foliate intaglio etched or engraved thick beveled glass panels on all seven sides & expansive lid! The Napoleon III period, also known as the Second Empire, was marked by a revival of grandeur and artistic eclecticism. Under the rule of Emperor Napoleon III, there was a strong return to the luxurious aesthetics