Snuffbox Corozo Carved Emperor Napoleon I Ship Saint Helena Nineteenth

Snuffbox corozo * finely carved, decorated with the Emperor Napoleon I seated near rocks and looking at the telescope a boat away, certainly in exile on the island of St. Helena, work sailor or bagnard, vintage nineteenth century. This snuffbox is in good condition and is of high quality. A note: some slots on one side and on the cover, slight wear of time, see photos. ____________________________ * The coconut as the corozo was worked by sailors or convicts. The latter worked to pass the time but also and especially to make a little money to improve their lives. Can also be attributed to sailors on their long journeys. These objects in coconut or corozo are fine examples of folk art. Dimensions Dimensions 6.4 cm x 4.7 cm / 2.8 cm Reference: E40 10 All pictures are on: www.antiques-delaval.com