Marquetry stationery or writing box, geometric inlaid burlwood top and front surrounding a serpentine hinged cover inlaid with a classical scene of two goddesses and a fountain, with birds, opening to reveal a fitted interior made of exotic wood, with letter slots, nib compartments and a glass inkwell. Contains a gold metal pen with Bakelite handle inscribed Nashville Tenn. Sides and back inlaid with bird/urn decorations. 7 1/2 H x 11 3/4" W x 6 1/4" Deep. Probably French. Late 19th to early 20th century (pen early 20th century). Condition: Some warpage and shrinkage cracks to cover. Inkwell missing its cap.