An extremely rare George III Pierced Bougie Box made in London circa 1767-71 by William & Aaron Lestourgeon.
An extremely rare George III Pierced Bougie Box made in London circa 1767-71 by William & Aaron Lestourgeon.
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The Bougie Box is of circular form and the sides and hinged cover are unusually pierced with bands of entwined ovals. The side displays a carrying handle modelled as a buckle, and the cover has a crescent shaped extinguisher. The base is clearly marked with a good makers mark and sterling mark. The partnership of these brothers only lasted from 1767-71, therefore we can accurately date it to this period. This is the first time we have seen a Bougie Box with a pierced out body.
Height: 1.1 inches, 2.75 cm.
Diameter: 2 inches, 5 cm
Year
1767
Country
London
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