"Rare Napoleon III-second Empire Glove Box, 19th Century "
Rosewood veneer glove box with applied brass decoration in the shape of belt buckles, chased with scrolling foliage. Upon opening the box, a retractable tray rises to bring the gloves within easy reach. Covered in red velvet, the tray is surrounded by a frieze of gilded and patinated palmettes, with a crowned coat of arms flanked by two female figures at its center. A glove holder is included. Lockable box. Patented retractable mechanism. Condition: box needs cleaning, one spring is stretched, wear to the fabric