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A GILT-METAL MOUNTED SNUFF BOX
Circa 1750, probably Saint-Cloud
Modelled as a reclining monk, one hand supporting his bald head, …
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A GILT-METAL MOUNTED SNUFF BOX
Circa 1750, probably Saint-Cloud
Modelled as a reclining monk, one hand supporting his bald head, the other holding a rosary and with a crutch at his side, the interior lid painted in puce camaïeu with a harbor scene 2in. (7.2cm.) long
PROVENANCE
Anon. sale; Sotheby's, London, 11 April 1978, lot 371
Christies, 24 May, 2000, lot 139
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- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 2ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Crack that runs along cover. Slight roughness to both sleeves. Crack that runs along cover. Slight roughness to both sleeves. less
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