A rectangular gold snuffbox with rounded ends, fitted with watch and musical movements and accompanied by two winding keys. The lid is richly decorated with chased floral ornament in four-colour gold, centred on a symmetrical arrangement of turquoise stones and pearls. The central panel is framed by elaborate foliate borders, while the rounded ends feature scrolling floral motifs. The combination of intricate goldwork, colourful gemstones, and ingenious mechanical features exemplifies the luxury and technical sophistication of Geneva craftsmanship in the early nineteenth century.

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