Red Stained Wooden Slide Top Box with Dovetail Corners marbell There is a tiny hairline

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

and found it such a lovely and surprising thing

I think is just right

perhaps set on a vanity or dressing table

If I had to collect only one thing

Red Stained Wooden Slide Top Box with Dovetail Corners marbell There is a tiny hairlineI'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.