Lot 62
  • 62

An Italian marquetry circular snuffbox mounted with a micromosaic panel, circa 1780

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Horn, hardstone
  • d. 3 1/8 in.
  • 8cm
the slip-on cover with mosaic of two doves on a draped giltwood stool, the box decorated with strapwork of fruitwood inlays, the base centered by a flowerhead

Condition

mosaic good, wood part with repairs to sides and some losses to base
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