Red Stained Wooden Slide Top Box with Dovetail Corners marbell The box and plates are

The box and plates are in near perfect condition

There is a tiny hairline crack that runs from the lip about 1/3 of the way down the side of the vessel--this is documented in the photos

perhaps set on a vanity or dressing table

Through 300+ black and white photographs

Red Stained Wooden Slide Top Box with Dovetail Corners marbell The box and plates areI'm always on the hunt for good boxes, especially unfussy old wooden ones, and I've gotten pretty choosy! This is lovely vintage slide top box with dovetailed corners and a reddish stain. It opens with ease, is in great overall condition, and is stamped on the bottom Made in France. 8 3 4x5 1 8 x 3 1 2.