Antique French Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Glass Dip Pen, Writing Calligraphy 14k gold ring surrounded by stylized foliate and

surrounded by stylized foliate and openwork

Depicting a portrait bust of a child or putti figure on an elongated base with floral elements

Spaulding when he acquired the business from Newell Matson & Co

There is one turned knob lacking to one of the trays visible in the photos

Hinged lid opens to reveal a burgundy velvet lined interior

Antique French Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Glass Dip Pen, Writing Calligraphy 14k gold ring surrounded by stylized foliate andAntique French Napoleon III era dip pen handle. Features a blown glass handle centered by an Empire style gilt bronze ornament of an eagle with wings outspread and talons clutching lightening bolts. In overall good antique condition. Measures 7 3 4" length