Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks - 3rd July 2024
Lot 301
λ A TORTOISESHELL AND GOLD PIQUÉ SNUFF BOX
Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £214
Inc. Buyers Premium
Description
λ A TORTOISESHELL AND GOLD PIQUÉ SNUFF BOX
LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY
the cover with a scene painted 'en grisaille' on ivory of Cupid and Psyche inside navette borders on a ground of dots
2.4cm high, 7.9cm diameter
*This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate.