A LOUIS XV GILT-METAL AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX , CIRCA 1730 | Christie's

Sale 9136

The Alexander Collection:French Furniture, Boxes & Porcelain

New York

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30 April 1999

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Lot 237

A LOUIS XV GILT-METAL AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX

CIRCA 1730

Price realised

USD 1,495

Estimate

USD 400 - USD 600

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A LOUIS XV GILT-METAL AND ENAMEL SNUFF BOX
Circa 1730
Rectangular, the cover set with an enameled plaque of classical figures surrounded by military trophies beneath a baldachino and above a lambrequin, with gilt detail, the base and sides flat-chased with ornament, apparently unmarked
3.1/8in. (8cm.) long
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