Snuff box - .925 silver - Niello enamel
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Description from the seller
Elegant circular miniature jewelry box, crafted in sterling silver (235). The piece features a sophisticated niello decoration (black enamel), displaying detailed phytomorphic and floral motifs. The piece aligns with the Southeast Asian Export Silver style, being a classic example of "Siam Niello" in excellent condition.
• Lid: It presents a central medallion with a radial pattern composed of six-petaled flowers and gilded elements, framed by a fine dotted border.
• Body: The side is decorated with a continuous garland of leaves and scrolls, delineated by two horizontal bands with a dotted finish on a darkened background.
• Interior: The interior of the base reveals the contrasting mark "925", guaranteeing the metal’s purity. The inner finish shows a natural golden/pink patina resulting from time.
Technical Features:
• Material: 925 Silver and Niello enamel.
• Form: Cylindrical with a snap-on cap.
• Condition: Excellent original condition, with patina consistent with age and no visible blemishes.
Origin: Thailand
Mid-20th century (1940s-1950s)
Weight 20g
Diameter 4cm
Shipping and customs costs will be borne by the buyer.
No shipping to the USA
Elegant circular miniature jewelry box, crafted in sterling silver (235). The piece features a sophisticated niello decoration (black enamel), displaying detailed phytomorphic and floral motifs. The piece aligns with the Southeast Asian Export Silver style, being a classic example of "Siam Niello" in excellent condition.
• Lid: It presents a central medallion with a radial pattern composed of six-petaled flowers and gilded elements, framed by a fine dotted border.
• Body: The side is decorated with a continuous garland of leaves and scrolls, delineated by two horizontal bands with a dotted finish on a darkened background.
• Interior: The interior of the base reveals the contrasting mark "925", guaranteeing the metal’s purity. The inner finish shows a natural golden/pink patina resulting from time.
Technical Features:
• Material: 925 Silver and Niello enamel.
• Form: Cylindrical with a snap-on cap.
• Condition: Excellent original condition, with patina consistent with age and no visible blemishes.
Origin: Thailand
Mid-20th century (1940s-1950s)
Weight 20g
Diameter 4cm
Shipping and customs costs will be borne by the buyer.
No shipping to the USA
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
20 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Niello enamel
Country of origin
Thailand
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
2 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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