Lot no. 51
Sailor's snuffbox
Carved and engraved corozo
Shaped like a ship and decorated with a sailor sitting on a wooden box in relief. Seashells are at his feet. The hull is underlined by a frieze of leaves. The bottom of the boat is engraved with a bouquet of flowers, including the pansy (for "Think of me") and the sea anchor, symbolising Hope. The first name "Adélaïde" is engraved on the bow, above a bouquet.
19th century
Dimensions: 7.8 x 3.8 cm
Quality restorations
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
Folk Art
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