What is a George IV table snuff box?

A George IV table snuff box is a large decorative container produced during the reign of King George IV between 1820 and 1830, specifically sized to sit on a table for communal sharing of powdered tobacco.

How were antique silver gilt table snuff boxes constructed?

These boxes were traditionally crafted from solid sterling silver using methods such as casting, chasing, and repousse for high-relief decoration, then finished with mercury gilding or vermeil.

How do you identify authentic Georgian silver snuff boxes?

Authentic pieces feature official British hallmarks, including the sterling silver lion passant, makers mark, town mark, date letter, and the sovereigns duty mark indicating the tax was paid.

How do you style an antique silver snuff box in a modern interior?

An antique silver gilt snuff box functions as a refined accent object when displayed on an office desk, positioned atop stacked books, or set within a glazed curio cabinet.

How should antique silver gilt objects be preserved and cleaned?

Dust the item gently with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes or abrasive pads that can wear down the delicate surface gold layer over time.

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Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

Name: Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1056233
Price: 6950 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver gilt table snuff box; an addition to our antique box collection.

This magnificent antique George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box has a rectangular form with rounded corners.

The body of this rare and unusual antique snuff box is plain and embellished to the anterior surface with the bright cut engraved crest depicting on a mound a hawk rising, wings elevated and displayed, surmounted a garter bearing the engraved initials 'WR'.

The upper and lower rims of the box are encompassed with applied moulded borders.

This exceptional example of antique silverware is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover embellished with an impressive cast and applied scene of an Elizabethan figure in high relief, raising a glass and vending bottles, accented with a street scene to the background.

The underside of the box bears the origianl engraved Shakespearean chant, known as 'Come fill to the Brim!':

Come fill to the brim! why remember, Our griefs and the goblet so boon? We have all felt the blast of December,Let this be the sun-shine of June.

I see by the flask of each eye boys, There's none in a humour to whine- So if care should presume to draw nigh boys, By Bacchus we'll duck him in wine.

I too have my griefs but forget them, In quaffing the blifs of the bowl: When flowers are drooping we wet them, And why not the same with the soul?

Then fill! why should trifles annoy us? Here's the girl or the friend of each heart, While together at least, let's be joyous -Tis too soon to be sad till we part.

The underside further incorporates the engraved name 'Law & Son, Dublin'

This exceptional 19th century snuff box retains the original gilding.

This magnificent table snuff box is a rare example and the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

Condition

This antique 19th century snuff box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The cast and applied ornamentation is all very sharp and the engraved decoration is all very crisp.

Full hallmarks struck to the interior of the box and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique boxes.

Dimensions

Length 9.7cm/3.82'

Width 5cm/1.97'

Height 3.7cm/1.46'

Weight

6.4 troy ounces/198.8g

Maker: John Linnit

Date: 1820

Origin: London, England

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Physical Dimensions

Height

3.7cm (1.46")

Width

5cm (1.97")

Depth

9.7cm (3.82")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Silver Gilt Snuff Box to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1056233

Dealers Internal Reference

C8512

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Description

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver gilt table snuff box; an addition to our antique box collection.

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This magnificent antique George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box has a rectangular form with rounded corners.

AC Silver

fig 1. A rectangular George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box featuring a detailed raised relief of a reclining figure on the lid. — fig 1. Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

The body of this rare and unusual antique snuff box is plain and embellished to the anterior surface with the bright cut engraved crest depicting on a mound a hawk rising, wings elevated and displayed, surmounted a garter bearing the engraved initials 'WR'.

fig 2. A rectangular George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box featuring a detailed raised relief of a reclining figure on the lid. — fig 2. Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

The upper and lower rims of the box are encompassed with applied moulded borders.

This exceptional example of antique silverware is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover embellished with an impressive cast and applied scene of an Elizabethan figure in high relief, raising a glass and vending bottles, accented with a street scene to the background.

fig 3. A rectangular George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box featuring a detailed raised relief of a reclining figure on the lid. — fig 3. Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

The underside of the box bears the origianl engraved Shakespearean chant, known as 'Come fill to the Brim!':

Come fill to the brim! why remember, Our griefs and the goblet so boon? We have all felt the blast of December,Let this be the sun-shine of June.

fig 4. A rectangular George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box featuring a detailed raised relief of a reclining figure on the lid. — fig 4. Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

I see by the flask of each eye boys, There's none in a humour to whine- So if care should presume to draw nigh boys, By Bacchus we'll duck him in wine.

I too have my griefs but forget them, In quaffing the blifs of the bowl: When flowers are drooping we wet them, And why not the same with the soul?

fig 5. A rectangular George IV sterling silver gilt table snuff box featuring a detailed raised relief of a reclining figure on the lid. — fig 5. Antique George IV Sterling Silver Gilt Table Snuff Box

Then fill! why should trifles annoy us? Here's the girl or the friend of each heart, While together at least, let's be joyous -Tis too soon to be sad till we part.

The underside further incorporates the engraved name 'Law & Son, Dublin'