Snuff Box Corozo Carved Birds Shield Love Marine Work Nineteenth Century

Snuff box in finely carved corozo*, decorated with two small birds framing a crest, surrounded by foliage and flower motifs on the lid; on the other side, a little Cupid holding a bird in his hands, work of a sailor or convict, from the 19th century. This snuffbox is in good condition. A note: small accident and lack on the cover (see red arrows), time stains on the back, scratches and wear of time, see photos. ____________________________ *Coconut, like corozo, was worked by sailors or convicts. The latter worked it to pass the time but also and above all to make a little money in order to improve their daily lives. Can also be attributed to sailors on their long voyages. These coconut or corozo objects are fine examples of folk art. Dimensions: 6.3 cm x 3 cm Reference: E40 32 All the photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com