Napoleon III Ebonized and Boulle Display Cabinet

mid-19th century, the shaped and overhanging cornice above a case fitted with two glazed doors over a single drawer, the sides with applied scrolls with ormolu maiden's-head mounts, raised on exaggerated cabriole legs ending in sabots, the whole richly decorated with Boulle work.
h. 60-1/2", w. 39", d. 14-1/2"

In good "as found" condition. Scattered shrinkage from age. The left front leg has a spot where the brass is lifting. No sign of losses. Minor other loose brasswork. This is a very unusual form.