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Description:
An exquisite patch box in transparent horn decorated with a fine
silver surround and with gilded catch, hinge and facings which are
integrated with the hinge. The brown dots are painted
underneath and show through the transparent surface. The silk and
mirror inside, are original.
Origin: France
Circa: 1790.
Materials: Horn.
Size: 3.35"across. 8.5cm.
Condition: Chip
and crack on base. |
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