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Antique Georgian Silver Filigree Bougie Box Chamberstick Candlestick 1780

$975
£740.20
€846.63
CA$1,362.22
A$1,515.08
CHF 791.13
MX$18,436.94
NOK 10,103.92
SEK 9,475.70
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About the Item

An rare Georgian sterling silver filigree bougie box, chamberstick, circa 1780. A "bougie box" was a cylindrical container holding a coiled wax taper, mostly used for light often as a nighttime chamberstick. This very elegant silver bougie box is of cylindrical shape and is finely constructed from silver filigree. The box with its original lid and a hinged handle, the original candle snuffer is also present and attaches to the box with a hook. There is a vacant oval cartouche on the front, free from a monogram or crest. Condition is very good indeed, weight 30 grams of silver.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Diameter: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB-99871stDibs: LU4876138750532

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