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Table Snuff Box
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for sale €1,463     $1,588
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Table Snuff Box

18th century
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A beautiful rare oval shaped snuff box circa 1820 , probably french. Stamped on the rim of the lid . Yellow metal and tortoiseshell inlaid with silver and mother of Pearl . Depicting scenes of a chariot with three figures , one figure having a winged cherub holding a torch also holding the arm of one of the other figures which resembles a lady . The other bearded man figure has his arm around the lady . The box itself is nicely engraved and chased all over and on the base . It’s fine quality and excellent condition would enhance any collection of boxes .

Height 2.5 cm

Width 8 cm

Depth. 6 cm

£1250

Contact. 07970119030

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Antique Table Snuff Box to the 18th Century.

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SA761519
Description
A beautiful rare oval shaped snuff box circa 1820 , probably french. Stamped on the rim of the lid . Yellow metal and tortoiseshell inlaid with silver and mother of Pearl .
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Depicting scenes of a chariot with three figures , one figure having a winged cherub holding a torch also holding the arm of one of the other figures which resembles a lady.
Devonshire Antiques

. The other bearded man figure has his arm around the lady . The box itself is nicely engraved and chased all over and on the base . It’s fine quality and excellent condition would enhance any collection of boxes .

Height 2.5 cm

Width 8 cm

Depth. 6 cm

£1250

Contact. 07970119030

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Antique Table Snuff Box to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA761519
Devonshire Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017
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An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses.
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Archive I An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses.

Table Snuff Box

Archive II An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses. View II
Archive III An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses. View III
Archive IV An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses. View IV
Archive V An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses. View V
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Devonshire Antiques
Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
Location
19 Market St
Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses.
Table snuff box
Ref: SA761519
An oval gilt brass table snuff box featuring an inlaid mother-of-pearl lid panel depicting a chariot driven by horses.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialGilt Brass, Mother of Pearl, Lacquer
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsMother of pearl inlay, chariot motif, engine-turned engraving
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

An 18th-century Neoclassical table snuff box takes an oval form in yellow metal and tortoiseshell, finished in gold with engine-turned engraving and chasing all over its body and base. The lid features an inlaid mother-of-pearl panel depicting a chariot driven by horses, accompanied by multiple figures including a winged cherub. Additional visible details include stamped marks on the rim of the lid and a dark rectangular inset panel on the lower body. Measuring 2.5 cm high, 8 cm wide, and 6 cm deep, the piece sits upon an office desk as a practical desktop container for small personal items or decorative display within a gentleman's library setting.

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Table snuff boxes emerged in the eighteenth century as communal containers for holding powdered tobacco, designed to sit on tables in private residences or clubs rather than being carried in a pocket.

These items were typically crafted from gilt brass, silver, or gold, often embellished with mother-of-pearl inlay, tortoiseshell, enamel, or intricate engine-turned engravings.

Authentic pieces generally display period-appropriate wear, hand-engraved details, precise joinery, and hallmarks or maker marks on metal mounts.

Small decorative boxes can be styled on an office desk, coffee table tray, or bookshelf alongside leather-bound books and traditional brass accessories.

Dust the surface gently with a soft dry microfiber cloth, avoiding chemical cleaners or water which can loosen delicate inlay or damage the gilded finish.
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