Lot n° 28
Estimation :
150 - 200
EUR
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Result
: 350EUR
Snuffbox - Lot 28
Snuffbox
Carved boxwood, monoxyle body, bearing the Crucifixion scene, with Jesus, surrounded by the two thieves, in a rich decoration of Arma Christi: sun and star (Old and New Testaments), ladder, Veronica's veil, rooster perched on a column, pincers, whip, spear with vinegar sponge, etc. Bears the inscription "O Crux ave" and the date on the edge "1781", with a hole (to use as a shaker?).). A flowering stem is engraved on the back.
Auvergne, 18th century
W. 8.7 cm - D. 7.5 cm - Thickness 1.8 cm
Loose hinge, beginning of crack on back.
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