Antique French Napoleon III Pocket Watch Casket or Display, a Miniature Vitrine intaglio engraved the whimsical to the magnificent

the whimsical to the magnificent still fascinate us today as they did in 19th century and very early 20th century

I have not quite figured out how it attaches

Hand colored intaglio print showing French Empire couples

original fitted interior and working lock with key

most famously by artisans of Limoges

Antique French Napoleon III Pocket Watch Casket or Display, a Miniature Vitrine intaglio engraved the whimsical to the magnificentCharming antique French Napoleon III or Victorian era pocket watch or pendant display casket or miniature vitrine, a lovely little box with thick beveled glass set in a rich gold or gilded pressed brass framework! Referred to as a "porte montre" in France, an item whose sole purpose is to beautifully display your timepiece when not in use. Of course, it could also be used to display a treasured pendant or smaller portrait miniature or even religious