A late 18th century Neapolitan gold pique inlaid tortoiseshell...
A late 18th century Neapolitan gold pique inlaid tortoiseshell snuff box, circa 1780
Of circular form with pull off lid. The base and lid with inset glass panel, the lid with bead work of trailing glowers and a sprung butterfly. The sides with repeating spiked lunettes and stars.
Diameter – 6.7 cm / 2.6 inches
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
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A late 18th century Neapolitan gold pique inlaid tortoiseshell snuff box, circa 1780
Of circular form with pull off lid. The base and lid with inset glass panel, the lid with bead work of trailing glowers and a sprung butterfly. The sides with repeating spiked lunettes and stars.
Diameter – 6.7 cm / 2.6 inches
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
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Time, Location
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