Lid with small compartment at the top. Florence, 18th century. Owned by Major-General Sir Herbert Benjamin Edwardes, KCB KCSI DCL (English, 1819-1868). Box showcases detailed metalwork and semi-precious stones with carved woodwork. Interior of the box is lined with red velvet material. Dimensions: 9 1/4 inches tall X 11 inches wide X 11 inches deep; 23.49 cm tall X 27.94 cm wide X 27.94 cm deep. All measurements are approximate. Condition: Repairs done to the bottom panel, claw foot risers are loose. Provenance: From a private Pennsylvanian collection. For similar examples see; Sotheby's, Important European Decorative Arts, lot 6, Oct. 23rd, 2013 - https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2013/important-european-decorative-arts-n09019/lot.6.html - and Christie's, French and Continental Furniture, Works of Art, Tapestries, lot 286, March 29th, 1999 - https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-1436845.