Antique French Paris Expo Grand Tour Souvenir Tray, 7 Eglomise Monument Views Salt box these opulent dressing cases were

these opulent dressing cases were a staple at the renowned Palais Royal shops with layers neatly fitted into the interior to hold a variety of the early Grand Tour travelers' needs

then as now

there is no warp

it appears to have the original working key

all the spines are intact

Antique French Paris Expo Grand Tour Souvenir Tray, 7 Eglomise Monument Views Salt box these opulent dressing cases wereThe charm is immense, and condition is really very very good for this type of item. This is a calling card tray, c. 1889. In the 1800s, the French souvenir trade in items like this was excellent, expanding to include similar made items for foreign locations, too. You see the souvenir items like little glass boxes with a single back painted glass scene of Paris. We all love those! But these trays are our favorites. This one is one of 3 I'm listing