Fine Large Antique French Napoleon III Era Cigar Chest, Box, Presenter, FENOUX, Palais Royal

A superb find we're pleased to offer, even slightly imperfect. A large 11 1/2" wide cigar cabinet, chest, presentation box from the Palais Royal maker, FINOUX, as noted in engraved lock plate. An exquisitely fashioned and crafted chest, opulent burled wood with serpentine front and a boulle inlaid cartouche. The hinged front and top rise and fold back, superior hardware holds the lid in open display and reveals a drawer and 2 cigar shelves. There would have once been 4 cigar shelves, but time has taken a toll. Still, beautiful open or closed, and will house 2 dozen larger cigars on the sliding shelves, and more in the drawer below. Full measurements are noted on the photos. Very good to excellent condition, age and type considered, but slightly less than perfect. As you can see, there remain 2 of the original sliding cigar shelves, and like many of these, there has been a restoration to each. Sturdy and smooth-sliding on wood rails, they're underscored by a nicely finished drawer. Knob