Lot Essay
A very similar small box by the same maker was sold in these rooms, 9 May 1989, lot 67.
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A FRENCH RESTORATION GOLD SNUFF-BOX
by Simon-Achille Léger, Paris 1820-1826
Oblong gold box of oval section, the cover and base chased with a pattern of peacock's feathers, the sides chased and engraved with foliage on a matted ground -- 7 cm wide
by Simon-Achille Léger, Paris 1820-1826
Oblong gold box of oval section, the cover and base chased with a pattern of peacock's feathers, the sides chased and engraved with foliage on a matted ground -- 7 cm wide