Sold 16 January 2025 · Opus Antiques

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Description

A 19th century snuff box depicted as a 'Gronard' or grumbling soldier. Note he is wearing a jacket, waist coat, hat and carrying a rucksack.

The box is opened by a hinged lid.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1116256

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Description

A 19th century snuff box depicted as a 'Gronard' or grumbling soldier. Note he is wearing a jacket, waist coat, hat and carrying a rucksack.

The box is opened by a hinged lid.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1116256

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Opus Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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An intricately carved wooden figural snuff box depicting a soldier in a bicorne hat with a downturned moustache.

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Opus Antiques

Telephone 07941 285 532

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North Devon
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Objects
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian / Regency
MaterialWood
ColourDark Brown
MotifsFigural carving, Bicorne hat, Textured coat, Moustache detail

FAQs

A Napoleon grumbler snuff box is a figural carving depicting a French soldier, often referred to as a grumbler, associated with the Napoleonic Wars era and used for holding powdered tobacco.

These boxes were traditionally carved from various dense woods such as boxwood or fruitwood, and occasionally fashioned from horn, bone, or turned ivory.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural ageing, distinct tool marks from hand carving, and a deep patina developed from handling over centuries.

Display the box on a bookshelf or desk as a focal point of historical interest alongside modern ceramics or books.

Keep wooden objects away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity, cleaning them gently with a dry, soft cloth without applying liquid polishes.