79/2604 [Bindings]. Letter portfolio, mid 19th cent., 35x25 cm., red morocco backed rosewood, frontcover richly dec. w. (inlaid/ mounted) (col.) mother of pearl, silver and brass, dec. brass lock and clasp, inside w. giltlettered white leather 2-week calender within gilt panelled red mor. borders, folding pocket w. blindst. cover and 3 loosely inserted cl. sheets, red mor. tabs w. giltlettered captions "Lettres à Répondre", "Lettres Répondues" and "Adresses et Notes", large 4to.

- Frontcover lacks left sphinx in lower section; various (sm.) missing/ dam. parts; lacks the key. Backstrip worn/ discoloured.

= Despite its flaws a beautifully decorated, highly attractive portfolio.