A walnut box with two swallows inlaid on the lid and bearing the inscription "We will return." The trompe l’œil border of book spines numbered I through XI conceals the lock and bears the inscription "Nice" (scratches, missing sections, wear). The interior is lined with purple velvet. 19th century. H: 12 cm - W: 24.5 cm - D: 13 cm Included: - A sinuously shaped, sloping, molded oak box resting on four ball feet (scratches, missing pieces). H: 10.5 cm - W: 28 cm - D: 13.5 cm