Gold Boxes, Fabergé and Objects of Vertu

Gold Boxes, Fabergé and Objects of Vertu

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A gold-mounted hardstone snuff bottle, early 20th century

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Auction Closed

May 25, 03:15 PM GMT

Estimate

400 - 600 GBP

Lot Details

Description

A gold-mounted hardstone snuff bottle, early 20th century


the turquoise-coloured hardstone body carved as a miniature urn overgrown by roses and birds perched on a tree, the lid carved with a bird between two leaves, the gold foot decorated with a polished bead border, the corners set with graduated diamonds, struck

7.5cm. 3in. high

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