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Antique French Neoclassical 18K Gold Snuffbox

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French Neoclassical 18k gold snuffbox, ca 1800. Oval with straight sides; cover hinged. On cover top is garden with lush vegetation and flower baskets inhabited by an alert dog eyeing up the birds; on underside is vase. Both have leafing scroll surround. On sides same alternating with cornucopias. Gold is tricolor but not in the Revolutionary sense. Exquisite proof of the reemergence of the luxury market under Napoleon I. Marked. Dimensions: H 5/8 x W 2 3/4 x D 2 in. Weight: 34.6 DWT.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.63 in (1.61 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Very good condition with nice toning. Minor bunging to bottom rim.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CA2401stDibs: LU898041244912

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