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18th Century Dutch Tobacco Box Engraved Brass Snuff Box Brass with Figures

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18th century Dutch brass tobacco box with hinged lid engraved with five circular medallions containing the busts of male noblemen figures with inscriptions and dates, the most recent date is 1748. Dutch Engraved Brass Tobacco box from 1700 of elongated rectangular shape, with rounded corners, fully engraved on all sides; the side edge is fully decorated with acanthus leaf motif, a graceful pattern of scrolls decorated with foliage. The lower part , the box bottom is engraved with a gallery of figures behind a balustrade covered with heraldic coats of arms. In good age related condition with signs of wear and use. It comes from an Italian private collection. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork. Measures: Height: 3,5 cm Depth: 5,1 cm Width: 17,9 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Romantic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Other,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A10931stDibs: LU2160334203072

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