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18th Century Snuff Box With Secret Erotic Motive

About the Item

Very funny little snuff box with a text about Etimologie; the true learning or real learning, on the lids outside and a hidden erotic motive on the inside of the lid.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Wood,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1730
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Copenhagen, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1029 intet nummer i Podio1stDibs: LU101361178456
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