** An 18th century gilt metal and mother of pearl mounted make-up or patch box

** An 18th century gilt metal and mother of pearl mounted make-up or patch box, oblong with a carved panel on the cover, the interior with mirror and two small hinged compacts, also containing a small brush, the sides with chased foliage, probably French c.1765, 2.25in (5.7cm) long. (subject to an additional VAT at 5.0% on the hammer price.)