Antique French 19th Century Pewter-Etain Bouillon or Porringer and Decorative Cover, No Underplate bamboo The tiny silversmith marks are

The tiny silversmith marks are most likely for Achille Lesaulnier

No odors (Izzy only napped on it 1 day and she's incredibly clean and sweet)

owing to someone trying to open it without removing said pencil

The painting is superb

or an opulent dressing room

Antique French 19th Century Pewter-Etain Bouillon or Porringer and Decorative Cover, No Underplate bamboo The tiny silversmith marks areI've had this one for decades, and I've seen these (usually) 3 pc covered bouillon or porringer sets in museums several times in Europe. The story is as charming as is the old pewter and maker marks: these were a traditional gift to a new mother for her 'lying in' period, (this one dates c. 1900s), when she was often taken care of and brought her food on tray. "Ecuelle ou bouillie de accouche". The covered porringer bowl kept her food warm longer so