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French Silver Niello Snuff Box, Hunting Scene, Early 19th Century

About the Item

A rare French silver nielloed snuff box featuring a mythological hunting scene on the cover within a finely detailed wooded landscape, a hound barking up a tree is being restrained by a young warrior while a seated nude observes on the right. The reverse is decorated with a stork within scrolling foliage and stylized floral designs, the sides with geometric pattern. The interior is gilded with the original vermeil. A lovely example of French niello workmanship from the period of Louis Philippe I (1830-1848). Paris, 1830-40. With French silver hallmarks on interior of upper lid. 3 x 2 x 1/2 in. (7.6 x 5.1 x 1.3 cm). 103.4 grams; 3.32 troy ounces.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    3.32 t oz
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Width: 3 in (76.2 mm)Length: 2 in (50.8 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Catharines, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 292FDM1stDibs: LU23216767032

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