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An Antique Monkey Shaped Snuff Box

19th century
Description

This novelty small snuff box from the late 19th century is carved in the

shape of a monkey’s head with glass eyes. It has a hinged lid to the back of

the head.

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

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SA1222796
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Description
This novelty small snuff box from the late 19th century is carved in the

shape of a monkey’s head with glass eyes. It has a hinged lid to the back of

the head.

Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1222796
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Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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A carved wooden snuff box in the form of a monkey head with inset black glass eyes.
An Antique Monkey Shaped Snuff Box
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A carved wooden snuff box in the form of a monkey head with inset black glass eyes.
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A novelty treen snuff box is a small, hand-carved wooden container crafted into figurative or whimsical shapes, such as animal heads or boots, designed to hold powdered tobacco during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

These containers were typically carved from dense hardwoods or fruitwoods such as boxwood, walnut, or mahogany, and frequently incorporated glass or horn inlays for decorative elements like eyes.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carving tools, smooth operational wear along friction joints or hinges, and a natural aged patina created by prolonged handling and exposure over decades.

Small decorative treen objects function well as curiosities displayed on a bookshelf, arranged inside a glass cabinet of curiosities, or positioned alongside desk accessories on a study table.

Maintain the surface by dusting gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush and periodically applying a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax, avoiding water, harsh chemical cleaners, or direct heat sources.
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