Antique Porcelain Lion Snuff Box Silver Mounted
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Antique Porcelain Lion Snuff Box Silver Mounted
About the Item
- Creator:Mennecy Porcelain Manufactory 1 (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1756-1762
- Condition:There is original kiln burn to the muzzle area.
- Seller Location:Katonah, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: f86651606084870893fs
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