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Louis XVI Neoclassical Sterling Silver Patch or Snuff Box

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This a beautifully designed and finely crafted Neoclassical Louis XVI patch box. The finely cast lid encircles a basket of flowers surrounded by a floral chain. The body of the box is beautifully detailed with various French Neoclassical symbols, including a laurel wreath and musical cartouche. The bottom of the box has four hallmarks. This petit box is crafted in heavy sterling silver and is in overall very good condition. The hinge is strong and the lid snaps tightly. This would make a wonderful Christmas or Hanukah gift for the collector of silver boxes or table decorations. Additionally, the box would make a unique and fitting engagement ring presentation box.

****In addition to this sterling patch box, MJH Design Arts has a collection of high quality sterling patch and snuff boxes in inventory. Please contact us for photos and descriptions of these sterling pieces.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Sterling Silver
Condition:	Good. Overall very good to excellent condition. The velvet texture is reflected in the finely polished silver surface. Very tiny indentation to bottom edge.
Creation Date:	c.1780-1790
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XVI, Neoclassical
Patterns:	Florals/Botanical, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts. 10.04.22.Louisxvi
Incollect Reference #:	600102

Dimensions

W.	1.4 in;	H.	1.15 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	3.56 cm;	H.	2.92 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.