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Antique 19th‑century tabatière for a cabinet, in moss agate set in gilded metal, with green dendritic agate and four baluster feet, measuring 8 cm wide, 4.5 cm deep, 3 cm high and weighing 85 g.
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Charming Moss Agate and Gold-Toned Metal Cabinet Snuff Box
Elegant small rectangular box, able to function as a snuff box or pill box, featuring delicate tabbatry work. It consists of finely polished moss agate calcédony plates, mounted in a gold-toned metal frame (likely vermeil, gilded bronze, or gilded brass).
• Material: Moss agate is distinguished by green-dk dendritic inclusions, creating organic patterns reminiscent of woodland landscapes or moss. In the transparent photographs, the superb quality of the stone is visible, showing complex arborizations on a translucent background.
• The Mounting: Discreet hinge at the back and a spherical push-button on the front face. Small tool marks on the interior metal used for assembly. Mark of manual workmanship.
• The Footing: The box rests on four baluster feet finished with coordinated cabochons of hard stone (agate), a rare and refined finish.
• Era: Probably 19th century (Neoclassical or Biedermeier style).
• Condition: Good overall condition. A patina of use on the metal is noted, along with good integrity of the stone slabs (no apparent chips in the photos).
Charming Moss Agate and Gold-Toned Metal Cabinet Snuff Box
Elegant small rectangular box, able to function as a snuff box or pill box, featuring delicate tabbatry work. It consists of finely polished moss agate calcédony plates, mounted in a gold-toned metal frame (likely vermeil, gilded bronze, or gilded brass).
• Material: Moss agate is distinguished by green-dk dendritic inclusions, creating organic patterns reminiscent of woodland landscapes or moss. In the transparent photographs, the superb quality of the stone is visible, showing complex arborizations on a translucent background.
• The Mounting: Discreet hinge at the back and a spherical push-button on the front face. Small tool marks on the interior metal used for assembly. Mark of manual workmanship.
• The Footing: The box rests on four baluster feet finished with coordinated cabochons of hard stone (agate), a rare and refined finish.
• Era: Probably 19th century (Neoclassical or Biedermeier style).
• Condition: Good overall condition. A patina of use on the metal is noted, along with good integrity of the stone slabs (no apparent chips in the photos).
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
85 g
Country of origin
France
Material
Agate
Style
Antique
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
4.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
