Snuffbox with the scene of a lion attacking camels caravan
Snuffbox with the scene of a lion attacking camels caravan
Switzerland, Geneve
Circa 1845
Charles Magnin
Gold; chasing, coloured enamels painting, enamel over engraving, guilloche
2 х 8 х 5.6 cm, 100 gr
Gold snuffbox of unusual butterfly shape, decorated with floral ornament of white and dark blue enamel, with pearls and rose cut diamonds. Oval plaque with the image of a lion attacking a caravan is on the lid.
Инв.1477/ДПИ