An extremely rare George III Purse Snuff Box made in Birmingham in 1817 by Joseph Willmore.
An extremely rare George III Purse Snuff Box made in Birmingham in 1817 by Joseph Willmore.
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The Snuff Box is finely modelled as a purse or satchel with raised central section, engraved to simulate the clasp. Each end displays a raised outer floral and foliate band enclosing beautiful wriggle work designs. Each end is also decorated with prick dot and scratch engraved decoration and the reverse displays a rectangular cartouche containing a detailed double Crest. The Crests relate to the Vane & Fitzroy families, as used by the Dukes of Cleveland. The interior displays fine, original, gilding and crisp marks. Vinaigrettes modelled in this form are seen often, however to find a snuff box is extremely rare. We have pictured a vinaigrette alongside, so that you can get a sense of the size. This piece is in excellent condition and most condition and has most probably not seen much use over the years. A similar example is contained within the "Lion" Collection of Boxes and is illustrated on page 210 of the catalogue.
Length: 2.6 inches, 6.5 cm.
Width: 1.55 inches, 3.88 cm.
Depth: 0.6 inches, 1.5 cm.
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