Title
Snuff Box
Creator
Date
c. 1824
Description
A snuff box (Dutch, dated 1824) made of silver in the shape of an armoire with a pierced railing trim along the hinged lid. Incised markings decorate the box in the style of an armoire, featuring two drawers and a cupboard. Additional incised marks adorn the sides in diamond shapes, and the top of the lid in a sunburst motif. Stamped into the interior of the lid is a Dutch date letter mark of a script “P” for 1824.
Cultural Origin
Dutch
Medium
silver
Extent
1.5" x 1.125" x 0.62"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mrs. Alletta Smith Cooper, 2003
Identifier
PSNC.10360
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