Silver Sale - 25th January 2006

Lot 560

A mid 18th century mounted lacquer snuff box

Estimate £1,500 - £2,000 | Hammer £1500

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Description

A mid 18th century mounted lacquer snuff box, with seeded borders and a chased scroll thumb piece, the lacquer panels around the sides and base with M.O.P, brass and silver chequer work inlay, the cover with a temple flanked by two blossoming trees, unmarked, circa 1740, 2.7 in (6.8 cm) wide.