ANTIQUE 18thC GERMAN 18k GOLD & ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, LES FRÈRES SOUCHAY c.1780
18th Century German 18k gold & enamel snuff box, oval box, the cover, sides and base set with panels of translucent red enamel over a moiré pattern engine-turned ground within white enamel and gold bead boarders, borders set with trailing gold flower-heads amidst translucent green enamel foliate borders, sablé vase pilasters, the cover centred with an oval enamel plaque depicting a classical romantic scene.
Hallmarked with German (Hanau) town marks, Maker Les Freres Souchay.
Reference Number: A5665
DESCRIPTION
Antique late-18th Century German 18k gold & enamel snuff box, oval box, the cover, sides and base set with panels of translucent red enamel over a moirépattern engine-turned ground within white enamel and gold bead boarders, borders set with trailing gold flower-heads amidst translucent green enamel foliate borders, sablé vase pilasters, the cover centred with an oval enamel plaque depicting a classical romantic scene. Hallmarked with German (Hanau) town marks, Maker Les Freres Souchay.
CONDITION
In Excellent Condition - No Damage.
SIZE
Height: 2.5cm
Width: 6.5 x 5cm
Weight: 80g