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Two George III Novelty Snuff Boxes.
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Two George III Novelty Snuff Boxes.

18th century
Sold 25 February 2025 · Youngs Antiques
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Description

Two George III novelty snuff boxes in the form of shoes. Both are in good condition for their age, and nice little collectors pieces.

Measurements

Large shoe

Height 5cm

length 10.7cm

Depth 3.5cm

Smaller shoe

Height 3.4cm

Length 8.3cm

Depth 2.6cm

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this George III Novelty Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
10.7cm (4.21")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
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SA1113403
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Description
Two George III novelty snuff boxes in the form of shoes. Both are in good condition for their age, and nice little collectors pieces.

Measurements

Large shoe

Height 5cm

length 10.7cm

Depth 3.5cm

Smaller shoe

Height 3.4cm

Length 8.3cm

Depth 2.6cm

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this George III Novelty Snuff Box to the Georgian era.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
10.7cm (4.21")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
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SA1113403
Youngs Antiques
Youngs Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017

Specialist in fine art and antiques.

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Archive I Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Two George III Novelty Snuff Boxes.

Archive II Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface. View II
Archive III Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface. View III
Archive IV Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface. View IV
Archive V Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface. View V
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Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface.
Two George III novelty snuff boxes.
Ref: SA1113403
Two antique shoe-shaped novelty snuff boxes rest on a wooden table surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWood, Horn, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShoe form, Hinged lid, Contrasting materials
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 10.7 cm (4 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

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The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a shift from ornate Rococo to classical Neoclassical designs, alongside an increase in practical luxury items and novelties.

Makers utilised various organic materials including hardwoods, fruitwoods, horn, tortoiseshell, and bone, frequently combined with metal hinges and subtle inlay work.

Authentication relies on examining tool marks, natural patina, wear patterns consistent with age, the type of metal hinges used, and the construction methods typical of eighteenth-century craftsmanship.

These small items work well when displayed on stackable books, inside glass display cabinets, or grouped on a mantelpiece to add historical texture and curated interest to a room.

Maintain these items in stable environmental conditions away from direct sunlight and high humidity, avoiding harsh cleaning agents and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to protect the surface.
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