A very rare cast Georgian silver gilt Fox Head Vinaigrette. English and made circa 1830.

A very rare cast Georgian silver gilt Fox Head Vinaigrette. English and made circa 1830.
A very rare cast Georgian silver gilt Fox Head Vinaigrette. English and made circa 1830.
A very rare cast Georgian silver gilt Fox Head Vinaigrette. English and made circa 1830.

A very rare cast Georgian silver gilt Fox Head Vinaigrette. English and made circa 1830.

£3,250
Category

British Silver 1760-1830

Vinaigrettes

Reference

375559

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This rare box is cast and silver gilt and is realistically modelled to simulate a Fox head, with textured surface to simulate the fur of its coat.  The plain hinged cover opens up to reveal a circular grille pierced and engraved with pluming scrolls.  The eyes of the fox are inset with rubies and the top displays a suspensory ring.  This piece is of a very good weight and in excellent condition.  Although we have seen a number of fox head snuff boxes over the years, this is the first time we have seen a vinaigrette modelled in this manner.

Length: 1.1 inches, 2.75 cm.

Diameter: 0.7 inches, 1.75 cm.


 

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