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A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty

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A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty. A Canton carved tortoiseshell snuff box 19th Century Of circular shape and carved in high relief to the cover depicting a boating scene with figures amid pavilions and trees in a formal garden, surrounded by a key border to the rim, a similar scene in low relief to the base depicting a man on horse amongst pavillions and pine trees, the sides carved with a repeating flowerhead border to the cover and a continuous scene of trees and buildings to the base. 10 cm diameter. H-2.5 cm In very good condition commensurate with age. A minor inner crack not visible to outside as the carving is very thick.Refer to photos.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Tortoise Shell,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8001242042782

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