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French School 1790 Louis XVI Oval Snuff Box in 18kt Gold with Miniature Portrait

$8,750

$12,50030% Off

£6,595.48

£9,451.1530% Off

€7,714.25

€11,065.2830% Off

CA$12,384.78

CA$17,784.4030% Off

A$12,609.50

A$18,089.9830% Off

CHF 7,261.93

CHF 10,381.8030% Off

MX$151,934.74

MX$217,462.7930% Off

NOK 84,275.21

NOK 121,103.3330% Off

SEK 85,028.48

SEK 122,243.4030% Off

DKK 57,660.86

DKK 82,723.0230% Off

About the Item

Presentation Snuff box from the 18th century French School. A very important and rare Neoclassical oval box, made in Paris, France circa 1790. It was crafted with translucent natural brownish carvings mounted in a chiseled frame made up of yellow gold of 18 karats, which is decorated with organic and nautical motifs. This snuff box is composed by two parts attached by a hinged double frame. The entire surface is fully carved with geometric patterns of concentric circles and It should be pointed out that the thickness of the parts that was used for the carvings are very unusual. The top lid is embellished with a framed portrait of a finely dressed gentleman, looking three-quarts forward. The miniature painting is realized with impeccable, exceptional and thorough details in oil on copper. Materials: Yellow gold of 18kt, Oil painting on copper and faux tortoise shell. An example of a dark wool tailcoat with pronounced cutaway front, c. 1815. French Men's Fashion of the late 18th Century Weight: 141.75 grams (90.87 Dwt). Measurements: 95.25 x 76.2 x 38.1 mm, (3.75 by 3.0 by 1.5 inches) (9.52 x 7.62 x 4.31 cm), Snuffbox, small, usually ornamented box for holding snuff (a scented, powdered tobacco). The practice of sniffing or inhaling a pinch of snuff was common in England and France around the 17th century; and when, in the 18th century, it became widespread in other countries as well, the demand for decorated snuffbox considered valuable gifts, increased. Some were small enough to fit in a waistcoat pocket, and others were larger; all gave 18th-century craftsmen an opportunity to execute rich and elaborate designs. Condition: The overall condition of this box is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D0000TNNM/.1111

Dimensions:
Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
Style:
Neoclassical (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Gold,Paint,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1790-1799
Date of Manufacture:
1790
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this box is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
Seller Location:
Miami, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: D0000TNNM/.11111stDibs: LU8303233474252

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