Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu - 25th April 2017
Lot 1024
A 19th century French silver and niello work snuff box
Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £350
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Description
A 19th century French silver and niello work snuff box,
maker's mark of L.B in a lozenge,
oval form, the cover, tapering sides and base with geometric decoration, gilded interior, length 7.8cm, approx. weight 2.3oz.
Provenance: From the collection of Mrs Igor Vinogradoff, and then by descent to the present owner. Purchased Christie's 2 Feb 1960, lot 149 (part).