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French Silver Mounted Mother of Pearl Engraved Box, circa 1800

About the Item

An exceptional and fine antique French silver mounted mother of pearl box and with an exquisitely carved ducal with a maiden holding a coronet, elaborate monogram and a rod of Caduceus dating from circa 1800. The rectangular shaped box is beautifully made with polished panels of mother of pearl set within a silver metal framework attached with small silver metal pins and with a hinged cover. The panels have a fine patterned finish with the top with a relief carved ducal. The caduceus is the traditional symbol of Hermes and features two snakes winding around a winged staff. It is often used as a symbol of medicine. The box is offered in fine condition with a very small ding to the edge of the cover and with wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bishop's Stortford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MIBN83201stDibs: LU1328220967432

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