18thc Dutch Box Woman at the Well & Christ Baptism
A Dutch etched brass tobacco box, 18th century. Oval shaped box, the hinged lid depicts the famous Bible story: The Woman at the Well, and details Jesus accepting a drink of water from the Samaritan woman. The bottom of the box is etched with the depiction of the Baptism of Jesus and details Christ being baptized by John the Baptist. Captions beneath the etchings identify the scenes. Measures 5" x 2.75" x 1" high.
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A Dutch etched brass tobacco box, 18th century. Oval shaped box, the hinged lid depicts the famous Bible story: The Woman at the Well, and details Jesus accepting a drink of water from the Samaritan woman. The bottom of the box is etched with the depiction of the Baptism of Jesus and details Christ being baptized by John the Baptist. Captions beneath the etchings identify the scenes. Measures 5" x 2.75" x 1" high.