Tortoiseshell Snuffbox With Guilloche Pattern And Yellow Composition, Early 19th Century

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Object description :

"Tortoiseshell Snuffbox With Guilloche Pattern And Yellow Composition, Early 19th Century"

Unusual decorative treatment of the tortoiseshell on this snuffbox. It is rectangular in shape with cut sides in finely guilloché tortoiseshell with vermiculated decoration in reserve on a yellow background on all its faces. The hinged silver lid centered with a six-pointed star motif.

Note: The insertion of the hinge in the lid has been repaired. A tiny insect nibble on the edge of the bottom.
Opens and closes perfectly.
In very good condition!
Restoration period circa 1830.

Dimensions 7cm x 4.8cm x 2cm
Weight 49g

Price: 270 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Other
Length: 7cm
Width: 4,8cm
Height: 2cm

Reference: 1512450