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Period: 19th Century
Antique Enamel Erotic Vesta Case, French, Late 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A rare and delightful late 19th-century gilt-brass vesta case with hand-painted enamel scenes, in the tradition of playful Continental "novelty" smoking accessories. The exterior lid depicts a gentleman seated on a riverbank fishing, while a lady stands nearby. Below, a hand-painted French inscription reads: “Entagaînant le goujon jéveux”, which loosely translates as “Catching the gudgeon I desire.” In French slang of the period, “gudgeon” (goujon) was both a small fish and a playful metaphor for a naïve “catch,” giving the scene a humorous double meaning. Opening the case reveals a hidden risqué scene: the same couple, but with the lady having taken a tumble, her skirts up and legs in the air, much to the surprise of her companion. The interior enamel is inscribed in French “Les surprises de Suzon” (“Suzon’s surprises”), a humorous and cheeky detail typical of these whimsical 19th-century objets de vertu. The case is of gilt brass with a ribbed striking surface to the base and retains its original hinged construction. The enamel is beautifully executed in vivid colors and remains in very good condition for its age, with only minor wear consistent with use. Dimensions: Approx. Length 4.6 cm, Width 3,7 cm, Height 1.1 cm. Weight: 39 grams Origin: France, circa 1880–1900 Materials: Gilt brass, enamel Condition: Very good antique condition with light surface wear; enamels intact and vibrant. This piece would make a superb addition to any collection of antique smoking accessories...
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French Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Pliny's Doves Micromosaic 'circa 1850' Set in a 24 Karat Gilded Bronze Box
Located in Roma, IT
In this 24 kt gilded bronze box with hand-painted floral motifs is set a beautiful micromosaic (circa 1850) depicting the Pliny's Doves. The "Vatican Mosaic Studio", in which this mi...
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Italian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Bronze

St. Peter's Basilica Micromosaic 'circa 1850' Set in a Gilded Bronze Box
Located in Roma, IT
In this 24 kt gilded bronze box with hand-painted floral motifs is set a beautiful micromosaic (circa 1850) depicting St. Peter's Basilica. The "Vatican Mosaic Studio", in which th...
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Italian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Bronze

Unique spinning jewelry box, France. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique spinning jewelry box, France. After renovation. A wooden box with metal elements. This unique box rotates to reveal its compartments. The inside and outside have been resto...
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French Belle Époque Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Historically Important Antique 19th C. Gilt Snuff Box for Hannah Crowninshield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An historically important gilt bronze snuff box. With highly detailed Neoclassical engraving throughout to the lid and sides. With a cursive inscription to the base for Hannah Crow...
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American Neoclassical Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual Art Nouveau 14K two tone gold and enamel pill box. It features an enamel top with grape leaves motif around it; also features an intri...
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Russian Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Rare William IV c1835 Castle-Top Abbotsford House Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Finds such as these are extremely rare (possibly unique), as it’s a fascinating piece of the early XIX century history of England Crafted during the reign of King William IV in 1835...
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English William IV Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

English Silver and Enamel Vesta Case with Fox Hunting Scene, circa 1890–1910
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A fine and highly decorative English sterling silver vesta case (match safe), hallmarked in London around the turn of the 20th century. This rectangular case combines utility with ar...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Vinaigrette in Gold, Enamel and Precious Stones
Located in Paris, FR
Pot-shaped, gold vinaigrette in green enamel embellished with a multicolored floral motif. The hinged lid is decorated with a flowers and topped with a translucent, red enamel star and a precious stone in the center. The body of the vinaigrette features the same floral motif, and underneath is a translucent, multicolored enamel bouquet...
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Swiss Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Egyptian Revival Snakeskin Coin Purse w/14K Gold Jeweled Dual Snake Head Closure
Located in Palm Beach, FL
If only this coin purse could talk. This elegant, Egyptian Revival piece has a 14K yellow gold snake head mechanism for its outer two compartments. The inner compartment has an addit...
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American Egyptian Revival Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chinese Antique Snuff Bottle 18k Gold, Labradorite & Turquoise
Located in Montreal, QC
Chinese Antique 18k gold, Labradorite and turquoise stone snuff bottle, about 4.8cm x 2.7 cm, missing a turquoise stone, and missing spoon.
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Chinese Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

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Labradorite, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Italian Silver 3.75” 2.75” 3/16 “ Sodalite 800 Silver Plique a Jour Enamel Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Silver 3.75” by 2.75” by 3/16 “ Deep Sodalite 800 Silver Plique a Jour Enamel Box 152.9 Gram Sodalite In good condition, no damage, no evidence of repairs Marked 800 an...
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Italian Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel

French 19th Century Enamel Gold Shell Very Ornate Jewelry Box
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 18K gold, enamel and shell jewelry box of French origin, circa 19th century. It is very ornate, with depictions of scenery, farm animals, a boy playing a flute on th...
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Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Enamel casket with mythological scenes signed Klein in Paris
Located in Paris, FR
A small enamel rectangular casket decorated with mythological scenes framed with ormolu twisted stripes and flowers. The Rape of Proserpina by the god Pluto adorn the lid. The body o...
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Austrian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Enamel

American Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram 97.5 gram 3 inch by 2inch by 3/8 inch thick In good condition for its age, ...
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American Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian 13 Loth Silver Equestrian Fox Hunt Snuff Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian silver box. In 13 loth (.815) silver. With an embossed equestrian fox hunting scene to the lid, a rocaille handle, and gr...
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Austrian Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Charm Pendant Basket Gilt Metal Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful little pendant in the shape of a basket is made out of guilt metal and decorated with pale blue and white enamel.
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George IV Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Silver Cell Enamel Decoration Russia Pencil Case
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Cell Enamel Decoration Russia Pencil Case Width 1.1cm, Lenght 7.7cm, Depth 0.6cm
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Russian Russian Empire Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel

1870 Vanity Pill Snuff Box solid 830 Coin Silver / 42gr
Located in SE
Very decorative Silver Box with hand -engraved floral relief decor on the lid. Solid 830 grade Silver alloy / Coin silver US standard. Swedish hallmarks. The box is hallmarked with...
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Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Miniature Box in the shape of a Little Book with Mirror Seaside Souvenir
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful little box in the shape of a little book was created in the first half of the 19th century, around 1820-1830. It was created as a seaside souvenir. The box is covered...
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George IV Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

French Empire Tricolored Gold Etui Case
Located in Firenze, IT
French tri-colored, red, green and yellow 18Kt gold pencil case decorated with applied classical lobes, swags and festoons of flowers. French rubbed mark, circa 1810 Width: 12 mm H...
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French Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 18K Yellow Gold Polychrome Enamel Forget Me Not Flowers Pill Box
Located in New York, NY
Delightful antique textured 18K yellow gold pillbox decorated with a profusion of Forget Me Not flowers in periwinkle blue and white enamel with black centers. Very fine quality, the...
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Aesthetic Movement Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sterling Silver William IV Rectangular Vinaigrette with Floral Border
Located in Venice, CA
This sterling silver vinaigrette dates to the William IV era. It is engraved with a floral design and a sprigged script monogram at the center. The base has an acorn and oak leaf des...
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British Georgian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Georgian Silver Vinaigrette very small in size Joseph Willmore Birmingham 1814
Located in Toronto, ON
Georgian Silver Vinaigrette very small in size Joseph Willmore Birmingham 1814. Half the size of most vinaigrettes. Octagonal shaped, the cover is engraved with flowers and prick wor...
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English Georgian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Glass Scent Bottle with Gold Mounting
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A glass scent bottle in the shape of an amphora with a 14 carat gold mounting, foot and stopper and two rings at the side in its original leather ca...
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Dutch Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Dutch Engraved Silver Oval Box, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This exquisite antique Dutch silver box is a fine example of 19th-century European silversmithing, showcasing both elegance in design and historical significance. Crafted in the Neth...
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Dutch Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Large Russian Silver 84 Gold Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in Russia solid silver with gold gilt internals Cloisonne Enamel cigarette case...
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Russian Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Rare Matthew Linwood Gilt Georgian English Sterling Silver Seashell Form Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and rare antique English Georgian sterling silver box. In the rare figural form of a snail shell or seashell. The interior of the box is gilt. It was made by Matthew Linwood...
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British George III Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Box Dog Token Of Fidelity + Friendship Polished Steel Velvet Leather
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming box was handcrafted in 1830 ca. It was most probably a sentimental gift, a token of fidelity and friendship. It is made out of wood covered in velvet. The inside is li...
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European George IV Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Steel

84 Silver Russia Enamel Pencil Case Pendant
Located in Orimattila, FI
84 Silver Russia Enamel Pencil Case Pendant. Another sign unclear perhaps r.ii or r.u.
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Russian Russian Empire Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Continental Silver Hunt Scene Repousse Box
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant Continental Silver Hunt Scene Repousse Box. Hand repousee with hunters with boar, dog and boar. 1900's European hallmarks. Handmade. 5.75" x 4" x ...
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European Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

19th Century Fossin et Fils Leather Grained Necklace Presentation Box
Located in Riverdale, NY
Fossin et Fils Leather Grained Necklace Box from the mid 19th Century. Designed to hold a massive Revivalist Gold necklace with multiple pendants as well as bracelets. Deep Burgundy ...
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French High Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Antique French Metal Trinket Box with Porcelain Sistine Madonna Cherub Plaque
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful antique, handcrafted French bronze and brass scalloped hinged jewelry or trinket or vanity box from the 19th century features a round porcelain plaque or disc, bezel set in the lid, exquisitely hand painted with a famous image depicting one of the cherubs from the "Sistine Madonna" by Raphael Sanzio, also known as "Cherubs from the Madonna of San Sisto", which was originally painted between 1513 -1514. This is considered to be one of the most popular angel images...
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French Rococo Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Antique Silver Needlecase Man Frockcoat Gaiters Playing Cards Ace of Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Charming silver Biedermeier needle case in the shape of a man wearing a hat, frockcoat and gaiters. He is hiding his right hand, holding a playing card showing a diamond ace, behind...
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German Early Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Clovers Pill Box Wristlet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in silver over 18k yellow gold and Rose cut Diamonds with a mirror inside. Circa late 1800s 1 3/8 x 1 inch + 12 inch chain
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Empire Inkstand Oil Lamp Acchanthus Palm Leaves Ormulu Bronze Marble
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful inkstand in the shape of an ancient oil lamp is of particularily wonderful quality. The beaitiful handle of the oil lamp is designed ...
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French Empire Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau Notebook Case Munich Marienplatz München Carnet De Bal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare Art Nouveau notebook case, may be a souvenir, depicts the center square of Munich, Marienplatz with the town hall and the fountain with the sta...
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German Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver Plate, Base Metal

Antique Victorian Silver Pearl Locket Pendant Box Peacock Feather Flower Leaf
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE LOCKET PENDANT OR JEWELRY, RING OR PILL BOX IN SILVER WITH A BEAUTIFUL DEEP REPOUSSE DESIGN OF PEACOCK ...
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Unknown Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Sterling Silver Georgian Rectangular Vinaigrette with Bas Relief Clover
Located in Venice, CA
This sterling silver Georgian vinaigrette has a bas relief floral design on its lid of a three-leaf clover with a bloom in the center. Around the ...
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British Georgian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Boho Mother of Pearl Compacts- Set of 3
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your vanity with this stunning set of three vintage Boho Mother of Pearl compacts. Each compact showcases e...
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Art Deco Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

American Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram 97.5 gram 3 inch by 2inch by 3/8 inch thick In good condition for its age, no...
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American Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Sterling Silver Georgian Rectangular Vinaigrette with Meander Pattern
Located in Venice, CA
This sterling silver Georgian vinaigrette is rectangular in shape with an engraved pattern that meanders across the surface of the lid. The meandering pattern twists and turns in an ...
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British Georgian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Oval Pill Box, 1874
Located in London, GB
In good vintage condition, this pill box is oval shape in design with a plain body, a hinged lid decorated with flowers, leaves and swirls. It rests on a flat base. The interior of ...
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Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Hand Engraved Sterling Silver Contoured Snuff Tobacco Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Particularly popular from the mid 1600s to the mid 1800s, fashionable snuff boxes were considered a status elevating personal accessory. Snuff taking, enjoyed by many to acquire a nicotine lift in lieu of smoking, commonly consisted of dried ground tobacco flavored with oils, extracts or fermentations and was often carried in highly decorated snuff containers. Crafted in sterling silver and hand engraved with flora and botanical designs, this exceptional snuff box displays hallmarks including; George III duty mark, SP Samuel Pemberton as its maker's mark, the Lion and a date indicator of 1812 Birmingham. Measuring 101mm long x 64mm wide and 23mm deep, this unique antique snuff box...
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British Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Louis-Phillipe I, Mythology Scene Chariot Snuff Box Soapstone Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
An antique warrior suffers the punishment of Poseidon, who sends a sea monster to frighten the two horses of the young man's chariot. Exquisite snuffbox with a fine soapstone carving mounted in a solid silver frame...
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French Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Agnus Dei Silver Host Case Box
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Charming sliver open work box for hosts. The outer rim of the round lid features doves of peace. In the center there is the lamb of godwith the flag of victory.
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Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

19th Century Smith & Bartlam EPNS Finger Coin Purse
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Smith & Bartlam EPNS Finger Coin Purse. It depicts a rectangular electroplated non sterling silver purse decorated with a high relief of scrolls of acanthus leaves, small a...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver Plate

Gold Snuff Box Restauration Period
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular box with rounded corners. The hinged lid as well as the bottom are embellished with an intricate geometric pattern framed with rinceaux motifs on a matte gold background....
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French Empire Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Trinket Box Monogrammed with N, 1861
Located in London, GB
In good vintage condition. “With love from Frances and Jennifer, June 11th 1948" A lovely foliate engraved decoration gives it a rich elegant feel. Hallmarked: Made by Frederick Ma...
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Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver

Napoleon III green leather embossed multiple ring box, France, XIX century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
French box from the 19th century made of green leather with gilded embossing and brass ornaments. Decorated in the center with the imperial eagle of Napoleon III, a symbol of power ...
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French Napoleon III Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Lovely Exquisite 19th Century French Sterling Silver Bointaburet Crystal Box
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is An Outstanding Museum Quality Handcut French 19th Century Sterling Silver Vanity Bointaburet Jewelry Box, stamped Sterling!! Original Price $15...
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European Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Magnificent Rare Colorful Heavy Italian Millefiori Swirl Glass Paperweight
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item that we are Offering is A Beautiful and Rare Exquisite Heavy Italian Millefiori Swirl Glass Paperweight with Bubbles. Outstandingly done with Magnificent Array of ...
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Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

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Crystal

Micromosaic " Doves of Pliny " from " Vatican Studio " Sterling Silver Box
Located in Roma, IT
In this interesting sterling silver box, is set a micromosaic, depicting “ The doves of Pliny”, from a famous mosaic attributed to Sosus of Pergamon. He was a Greek mosaic artist of the second century BC. He is the only mosaic artist whose name was recorded in literature. The original mosaic from Hadrian's Villa, now in the Capitoline Museums, depicts a group of doves on a round bowl. As described by Pliny, one dove is drinking while the others are sunning themselves. The Doves of Pliny, or the "Capitoline Doves...
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Italian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver

Limoges Enamel Keepsake Box. Second part of the 19th Century.
Located in Paris, FR
Small, rectangular, enamel keepsake box from Limoges. The lid is decorated with a central medallion featuring the profile of an upper-class woman, who was certainly the owner of this...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Gold and Enamel Box Pendant
Located in Paris, FR
Small little box of oval shape mounted as a pendant. The hinged lid and the side are adorned with enamelled medallions representing putti or floral arrangements. The medallions are f...
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French Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

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Gold, Enamel

A Silver Gilt and Yamsk Jasper Box of Achilles
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An octagonal box crafted from Yamsk Jasper, with each side featuring two layers of green and brown agate, set in a silver gilt mount. The front is adorned with a cameo of Achilles, his helmet embellished with a dragon motif. weight: 50.49 g dimensions: 2 x 6 x 3.8 cm The Yamsk Jasper cameo snuff box, depicting Achilles in profile on the lid, is attributed to the Yekaterinburg Russian Imperial Lapidary, established in 1751, known for producing exquisite hardstone objects, many now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. The Russian Imperial Cabinet, responsible for overseeing Imperial family properties, managed lapidary production using precious stones from the Ural Mountains. The craftsmanship, material, and dimensions of the snuff box, along with its similarity to other Hermitage pieces, suggest it likely originated from the Yekaterinburg workshop. It was later fitted with 19th-century Russian snuff box components. The cameo likely draws inspiration from a model created by the renowned gem engravers Charles and William Brown, who also worked for Catherine the Great. A good visual comparison is offered by a modern cameo brooch...
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Russian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Jasper, Silver

Charles X gilt bronze and mother of pearl box with flowers
Located in Paris, FR
Fine rectangular mother of pearl box engraved with garlands of leaves and gilt bronze mounts, finely chiseled with interlacing, garlands and flower basket resting on four winged lion...
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French Romantic Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Pearl, Bronze

Greyhound Micro Mosaic Snuff Box
Located in New York, NY
Greyhound Micro Mosaic Snuff Box A variegated hardstone snuffbox with a silver gilt framed micro mosaic of a family of greyhounds set in the lid. The micro mosaic is attributed to the late 18th century early artist Giacchino Barberi. Measurements: 2.88" x 2.25" x 1" Published Provenance: "Micromosaics Private Collections" by Janette Hanisee Gabriel, published by Brian McCarthy...
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Italian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Giacomo Raffaelli Micromosaic Box
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Italian green granite box, with a micromosaic mounted in a two-color gold chased border. Depicted is a goldfinch (carduelis carduelis) on a branch with berries and overlooking the Mediterranean. The scene is surrounded by a millefiori border. By Giacomo Raffaelli...
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Italian Georgian Antique 19th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

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