"Martin Varnish Box With Venus Decor, Louis XVI Period"
Round tortoiseshell box. It has a decoration on all sides in Martin varnish. The animated scenes represent "The Maritime Venus", victorious over the waters. Puttis riding dolphins, Gods and Goddesses, swimming mermaids are represented. The frame is gold. Inside there are old collector's labels. Dimensions: diameter, 6 cm; height: 2.5 cm French work around 1780 
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