Snuff Box
‘Boy Fishing’
800 Silver
Continental, 19th Century
1 1/2″ long x 1 1/2″ wide
37.9 grams
Description & Notes: Antique German snuff box of square form with hinged lid, featuring a young boy fishing at a the edge of a river and in front of a tree, 800 Silver.
Notes: Quality casting with a heavy gauged flat base. All details are clear with little to no rubbing: the boys expression, gesture, folds in his shirt, knots and leaves in the tree are all carefully delineated for maximum effect.
Dimensions: 1 1/2″ long x 1 1/2″ wide
Weight: 37.9 grams
Markings: impressed on base, ? / CROWN / 800
The hallmarks are slightly rubbed but legible as stated and shown.
Condition: Excellent Condition.
Interior is completely gilt and shows only the lightest signs of wear, the hinge works perfectly with no play and the lid remains shut when closed.
