Reference:
ts112
Description: A tortoiseshell snuff box with a pressed
concentric design. The facings and hinge are integrated and form a
strong frame to the thick shell which is
transparent in places when it is held up to the light. See Antique Boxes, Tea Caddies, and Society, 1700--1880
Antigone Clarke & Joseph O'Kelly, ISBN: 0764316885 page
109.
The center is inlaid with
very fine piqué work depicting a bee on flowers.
Origin: French
Circa: 1770
Materials: Tortoiseshell
with gilded brass hinge and gold decoration.
Size: 2.7"x 2.1". 7.2x 5.3 cm.
Condition: Wear
and repair on corners visible when closely examined. Losses (about
half) of the fine gold lines of the top design. The engraved lines
are still visible. The gilded surface on the catch is worn in the
center. |
