Silver & Objects of Vertu - Day 2 - 6th October 2021

Lot 762

A 19th century Chinese silver snuff box

Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £650

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Description

A 19th century Chinese silver snuff box,

maker's mark worn, possibly that of Leeching,

rectangular cushion form, the hinged cover chased with figural decoration and with a vacant cartouche, the sides and base with chased foliate decoration, on a matted background, length 8.3cm, approx. weight 3.6oz.

Provenance: Purchased from Bonhams, Knightsbridge, A Private Collection of Chinese Silver, 11 July 2000, lot 145.