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Louis XIV marble herbalist, France 17th century.

$11,737.85
£8,698.39
€9,800
CA$16,024.40
A$17,826.48
CHF 9,344.87
MX$217,835.28
NOK 118,995.21
SEK 112,017.53
DKK 74,616.34
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About the Item

Rare Marble herbalist to hold salt, moon and stars carved on the wavy front. The lid is lead, with the image of the sun and lions. Louis XIV period, France 1600.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917131950832

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