Antique French Coquilla Nut Snuff Box With Horse & Wagon, Circa 1820

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A finely hand-carved French snuff box crafted from coquilla nut, circa 1820. The front panel depicts a horse before a … Read more A finely hand-carved French snuff box crafted from coquilla nut, circa 1820. The front panel depicts a horse before a rustic fence, alongside a toppled cart -- a rare equestrian pastoral scene. Deeply carved foliate scrolls, rosettes, and drapery-like motifs wrap the sides, while the lid is fitted with a brass hinge and incised with a compass-star motif on he opposite side. Compact yet richly detailed, this early 19th-century snuff box is a testament to the artistry of French carvers who transformed exotic coquilla nuts into miniature works of art. A rare and collectible example, ready to display in your collection or gift to a lover of fine antiques.

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