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Antique Carved Wood Snuff Box
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Antique Carved Wood Snuff Box

19th century
Description

Antique carved wood snuff or tobacco box. The lid is finely carved and decorated with interesting low relief symbols and nice patina very tactile Circa 1850

1820 to 1880 Turkey. There is a £10 charge for postage and packing. International shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
10.2cm (4.02")
Depth
8.9cm (3.50")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Snuff Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA628973
Dealers Internal Reference
2227
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Description
Antique carved wood snuff or tobacco box.
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The lid is finely carved and decorated with interesting low relief symbols and nice patina very tactile Circa 1850.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

1820 to 1880 Turkey. There is a £10 charge for postage and packing. International shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
10.2cm (4.02")
Depth
8.9cm (3.50")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Snuff Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA628973
Dealers Internal Ref
2227
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders.
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Archive I A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders.

Antique Carved Wood Snuff Box

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Archive III A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders. View III
Archive IV A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders. View IV
Archive V A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders. View V
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders.
Antique Carved Wood Snuff Box
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A square antique hand-carved wooden snuff box displaying a central crescent and star emblem surrounded by geometric borders.
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Snuff boxes were personal accessories in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, used to hold finely ground tobacco. Hand-carved wooden examples often featured symbolic motifs, folk art iconography, or fraternal emblems reflective of the owners regional heritage or personal associations.

These boxes were typically carved from dense hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, walnut, or oak. Construction often relied on flush friction lids or concealed wood hinges, finished with natural oil or beeswax to protect the timber.

Authentic period pieces exhibit smooth wear along edges and corners caused by repeated pocket handling, alongside hand-tool marks on interior surfaces. Natural shrinkage of the timber over time and a darkened patina further indicate genuine age.

A small carved box functions effectively as a decorative accent placed atop stacked books, inside a glazed cabinet, or arranged on a study desk alongside brass or ceramic objects.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, keeping the item away from direct water or chemical solvents. A light application of clear microcrystalline wax can be used sparingly to nourish the timber and retain its natural lustre.
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