Antique French Jacquin Paris candy box. Jacquin Paris was a famous producer of sweets and dragees up to the 1960s. Their flagship store was at Rue de Pernelle. This ox is made from VERY sturdy cardboard covered in silk with a decorative cover. I can't see any markings on the box other than what is on the top. The bottom has four silk thread footings held in place with with tacks and they are on tight. Other than the frayed silk on the top this is in wonderful condition. I myself would use it for jewelry, hair accessories or even a small sewing box. The box is just beautiful and can hold a plethera of pretty things. The contents of the box are not include. They are for display only. The fabric in the picture is under textiles.
Wear, tear and marks commensurate with age.
