Irene Hennelly's 1908 Leaf Ornament Watercolor antique enamelware written large in pencil across

written large in pencil across the lid--so I have to think they are French

door opens easily and closes well (you just need to be mindful of keeping the dangles free of it when closing

The lid is attached with hinges and opens with ease

I have found mention of a few different W

The arms appear to be made of plastic-coated electrical wire

Irene Hennelly's 1908 Leaf Ornament Watercolor antique enamelware written large in pencil acrossI just think this is lovely and fairly unusual as far as antique ornament studies go in being monochromatic (aptly) and I think quite elegant in its relative subtlety; I'd hang it right over a gathering of matte green Arts and Crafts pottery and call it a day! 13 1 2" x 10", watercolor and ink of watercolor paper. Very good condition, with minor edge wear. The date. is stamped in pink at lower right.