Silver - 30th April 2008

Lot 838

A late 19th century cast

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £1250

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Description

A late 19th century cast, electroplated, parcel-gilt novelty box and cover, in the form of a putto riding a snail over a large leaf, with a hinged cover behind it's head, with a plume finial (perhaps for tobacco and vestas), 16.5in (42cm) long.