The American term for this form is credenza. I'm sure that the French have different name, but I don't know what it is. An outstanding example. Great inlay and bronze mounts with an oil painting on the front door. The oil painting is a little rough.
Parquetry inlay all over with a lions heads on either side of the front with some type of headdress.
Mid to late 19th century. I will post the price after it is sold. I believe it was well sold. This is a great looking mantel clock. It's made of polished slate and pot metal.