Lot 170

A GEORGE II GOLD SNUFF-BOX, CIRCA 1740

Boxes, caskets & caddies

Decorative Accessories

cm - 7.7 cm (0 in - 3.03 in)

cartouche-shaped box, the cover boldly chased with a female figure and a putto in a wooded landscape, the sides similarly chased with rocaille, strapwork and views of distant cities all on a sablé gold ground, the polished gold base centred with a sh

Estimate: £4,000 - £6,000

Realized Price: £5,250 Without Premium

Christie's | London, King Street

Mrs Thatcher - Property from the Collection of The Right Honourable The Baroness Thatcher of Kesteven, LG, OM, FRS

Auction on: Dec 14, 2015