Snuffboxes and Сigarette Сases

Snuffbox for two types of tobacco

    Snuffbox for two types of tobacco

    Germany, Berlin

    Circa 1750–1760s

    Attributed to A. Fromery (presumably)

    Silver; enamel, chasing, engraving, gold painting

    4 x 6.5 x 8 cm, 198 grams

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    White rectangular enamel snuffbox with rounded corners, designed to store two types of tobacco. It features two hinged lids and is enclosed in a silver mount with a chased zigzag ornament. The inner sides of both lids are decorated with floral motif. The lids and the body of the snuffbox are adorned with depictions of flowers, branches, and insects. A paper note is located inside.

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