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ROUND BOX

Creator(s): Unknown (Goldsmith)

Currently in storage


About this object

The round tortoise shell box is mounted in engraved gilt metal. The metal edge has a scalloped design. It is set with a small oval enamel medallion on the lid. It represents two cupids playing with a bird in a small cage.

Object name:
ROUND BOX
Made from:
Tortoise shell -- gilt bronze -- enamel
Made in:
France
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.45.1-2
Class:
SHELL
Signature marks:
LABEL inside box: XIII 1037 45 (cut from Russian newspaper)
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973