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Agate and Gilt Metal Snuff Box
$16,000
£11,975.14
€13,866.47
CA$22,237.39
A$25,046.81
CHF 12,970.84
MX$304,183.58
NOK 164,759.70
SEK 156,288.48
DKK 103,462.92
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Agate and gilt metal snuff box. Rare and exceptional antique Italian four-compartment tabacchiera of sculpted agate and gilt metal in the manner of Valadier. Four lidded panels open to reveal concave perfectly sculpted interiors with centre-hole for gripping, Italy, 18th century.
Dimension: 3.5" L x 3.5" W x 1.25" D.
- Dimensions:Height: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. One small repair to one lidded corner. Fine hairline naturally inherent veining. Wear consistent with a piece of this age.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU108423469202
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