A FRENCH GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX SET WITH A MICROMOSAIC PLAQUE
Prospective purchasers are advised that several co… Read more
A FRENCH GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX SET WITH A MICROMOSAIC PLAQUE

BY PAUL ROYER (FL. FROM 1810 ONWARDS), MARKED, PARIS, WITH THE THIRD STANDARD MARK FOR PARIS 1809-1819, THE MICROMOSAIC, ROME, CIRCA 1810

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A FRENCH GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX SET WITH A MICROMOSAIC PLAQUE
BY PAUL ROYER (FL. FROM 1810 ONWARDS), MARKED, PARIS, WITH THE THIRD STANDARD MARK FOR PARIS 1809-1819, THE MICROMOSAIC, ROME, CIRCA 1810
rectangular tortoiseshell box with waisted sides, the cover set with a raised micromosaic plaque on black glass depicting a floral bouquet within polished gold frame, in associated case
3½ in. (88 mm.) wide
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Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 20% on the buyer's premium.

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