Lot Essay
An etui of similar form is illustrated in T. and B. Hughes, English Painted Enamels, Feltham, 1951, p. 71, fig. 35
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CIRCA 1760
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A GEORGE III STAFFORDSHIRE ENAMEL SNUFF BOX
CIRCA 1760
In the form of a book, the hinged cover enamelled with exotic birds in a landscape, all within a white and pink border, raised to simulate a leather binding
2 5/8 in. (68 mm.) long
CIRCA 1760
In the form of a book, the hinged cover enamelled with exotic birds in a landscape, all within a white and pink border, raised to simulate a leather binding
2 5/8 in. (68 mm.) long
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.