A charming early 19th century English pressed horn faux tortoiseshell snuff box, signed W. Wilson. J,
Of circular form, the pull-off cover finely decorated with a cupid and bee amongst rose flowers.
A verse around the edge taken from the Irish writer, poet and lyricist, Thomas Moore''s ''Cupid Stung''
CUPID ONCE, UPON A BED
OF ROSES, LAID HIS WEARY HEAD.
LUCKLESS URCHIN, NOT TO SEE
WITHIN THE LEAVES A SLUMBERING BEE.
THE BEE AWAK''D - WITH ANGER WILD
THE BEE AWAK''D & STUNG THE CHILD.
The back decorated with a roundel of fruiting vine and central flower.
The horn top and base with markings very similar to tortoiseshell.
In very good condition with no damage or repair.
Diameter 2,15/16'' or 75mm.
**************************************************
Shipping / Postage cost is not included in my prices.
I ship worldwide and have much experience in international customs, packing and secure shipping.
********************************************
...******
Payment accepted by Electronic Bank Transfer, bank transfer or Cheque in the post .
**************************************************
**************************************
Email me
andrew.nethercott@btopenworld.com
**************************************
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA781946
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Height is 0.2cm (0.1inches)Width is 7.5cm (3.0inches)Depth is 7.5cm (3.0inches)
Thank you.
Your comment has been sent to Sellingantiques.