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
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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