A Napoleon III low book case in boulle manner, third quarter 19th century, of bow front outline, the top and frieze above three glazed doors enclosing velvet lined shelves, on a plinth base, ebonized overall with reserves to the frieze, and pilasters of cut brass inlaid in the scarlet simulated tortoiseshell ground, bronze mouldings and mounts throughout, 112 cm high, 181 cm wide, 46 cm deep