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Late 18th / Early 19th Century Papier Maché Snuff Shoe
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Late 18th / Early 19th Century Papier Maché Snuff Shoe

1900 - 1920
Description

A superb late 18th / Early 19th century papier-maché snuff shoe, with white metal inlaid bow, the hinged cover with MOP bird over a wire-work branch and MOP leaves. The lid is hinged and opens to reveal the hollowed space inside for 'snuff'. In the shape of a period shoe with mid-height high heel, typical of the period. The sole has a rough abrasive finish, for striking of matches.

Dimensions:  length: 3.5 inches. height: 1.25 inches. d: 1 inch (9 x 3.2 x 2.5 cm)

Dated: c.1790-1810

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Papier Mache Snuff Shoe to the 1900s.

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SA1081352
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1530/Q
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A superb late 18th / Early 19th century papier-maché snuff shoe, with white metal inlaid bow, the hinged cover with MOP bird over a wire-work branch and MOP leaves. The lid is hinged and opens to reveal the hollowed space inside for 'snuff'. In the shape of a period shoe with mid-height high heel, typical of the period. The sole has a rough abrasive finish, for striking of matches.

Dimensions:  length: 3.5 inches. height: 1.25 inches. d: 1 inch (9 x 3.2 x 2.5 cm)

Dated: c.1790-1810

Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Papier Mache Snuff Shoe to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1081352
Dealers Internal Ref
1530/Q
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs.
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Archive I A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs.

Late 18th / Early 19th Century Papier Maché Snuff Shoe

Archive II A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View II
Archive III A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs.
Archive V A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View V
Archive VI A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View VI
Archive VII A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View VII
Archive VIII A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs. View VIII
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Bath
BA1 2JS
United Kingdom
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs.
Late 18th / Early 19th century Papier Maché Snuff Shoe
Ref: SA1081352
A black lacquered papier-mache shoe-shaped snuff box decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl bird, foliage, and bow motifs.
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Papier-mache snuff boxes gained widespread popularity across Europe during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries as lightweight, durable containers for powdered tobacco. Novelty forms, such as miniature shoes and boots, became fashionable personal accessories and gift items during the Georgian and Regency eras.

Craftsmen created these pieces by compressing layers of paper pulp mixed with adhesives into moulds, which were then baked at high temperatures to harden. Once cured, the surfaces were coated in black japan lacquer, hand-polished, and inlaid with decorative materials such as mother-of-pearl, pewter, or silver wire.

Authentic period examples feature dense, hard papier-mache construction rather than light modern paperboard, often showing micro-craquelure in the lacquer finish. Original mother-of-pearl inlay is hand-cut and flush with the surface, frequently displaying subtle color variations and manual wire-setting details.

Small antique boxes are frequently displayed on curated bookshelves, coffee table trays, or desk surfaces alongside books and small sculptures. Their intricate detail and dark lacquer finish offer contrast when placed against light-toned surfaces or contemporary minimal shelving.

Clean lacquered papier-mache using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to remove dust, avoiding water or chemical solvents which can damage the organic lacquer and loosen inlays. Keep the item in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity changes to prevent surface cracking.
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