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19th Century French Papier Maché Snuff Box with Landscape and Figures Painting

About the Item

French Painted Papier Maché Snuffbox 1800s. Snuff box of circular shape with fine painting on the lid depicting a mountain landscape with figures and herds crossing a river, a dove flies in the sky and a shepherd in the foreground, upright with a stick in one hand and a small bird in the other, watches over beside a seated woman intent on suckling two babies in the shade of vegetation. On the black bottom there are the initials V E S painted in gold. Good age related condition with signs of wear. See detailed pictures. France, 19th century. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork. Measures: Height: 2 cm Diameter: 9.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Romantic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A10941stDibs: LU2160333660882
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