A CONTINENTAL GOLD-MOUNTED JASPER HARDSTONE SNUFF BOX
Possibly Russian, Mid-18th Century
With gold mounts (unmarked), of cartouche outline, low relief carved portrait profile to the hinged lid, the interior with painted portrait of a noblewoman, possibly Catherine the Great, 6cm deep; 5cm wide; 3cm high
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£200 - £400
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Hammer price:
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£1,700 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
Provenance: The estate of the late Countess Bunny Esterhazy (1938-2021). See Bellmans website article for further details.
