"Mid-19th Century Gold And Enamel Snuffbox. "
Rectangular box with rounded corners, in gold and champlevé enamel.On fine cavities made in gold, a symmetrical floral decoration in polychrome and translucent enamel on a black background is organized around a central medallion. The polylobed medallion is adorned with a floral arrangement of roses on a translucent white enamel background. This decoration is present on the cover and the base. A geometric frieze of polychrome fleuron frames this decoration. Some wear to the enamel.
L: 2.08in. (5.3cm) / W: 1.29in. (3.3cm) / H: 0.31in. (0.8cm).
Weight: 1.02oz (29g).
Gold marks.
Mid-19th century.
Price: 3900 €