Group of Six Snuff and Miniature Decorative Boxes

Continental/British, 19th century, of various sizes and forms, five with hand painted lids depicting landscapes, pub scene, portraits, etc.; one tortoiseshell example with inlaid metal floral decoration; largest 1-1/4 x 3-3/4 x 2-1/2 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Colorado

Note: From a private collection representing 18th and 19th century tea caddies and boxes of various designs from America, Britain, Asia and Europe. Note: ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Condition Report: surface dirt and accretion, scattered surface scratches and bumps; Susanna and the Elders example with some chips and losses around rim