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19th Century Italian Ruby Glass Box with Miniature of Basilica

$1,399
£1,074.37
€1,231.22
CA$1,969.45
A$2,206.22
CHF 1,149.64
MX$26,911.27
NOK 14,609.28
SEK 13,775.51
DKK 9,189.47

About the Item

Lovely little 19th century ring jar or pill box made of a thick wine colored ruby glass. It has a miniature of a Basilica on top, gilt metal mounts with beautiful filigree on the sides. This is most likely an Italian piece, the Basilica probably is St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. It is from circa 1830, most likely a keepsake from the Grand Tour.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 1.7 in (4.32 cm)Depth: 1.7 in (4.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Holy See (Vatican City State)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3978111844763

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