A early 19th century Russian silver and niello work snuff box
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £420
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Description
A early 19th century Russian silver and niello work snuff box,
maker's mark partially worn, assay master Mikhail Karpinskiy, Moscow 1821,
rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with a allegorical figure with a town- scape behind, the sides decorated with buildings and the base with ships at sea, length 9.5cm, approx. weight 3oz.
