Themed collection - Collection of pillboxes / snuff boxes + Chinese snuff bottles - 31 pieces
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A diverse lot of 31 small pill boxes and Chinese snuff bottles in metal, enamel, nacre, glass and resin, dating mainly from the 1950s to 1990s, appealing to pocket item enthusiasts and miniature collectors.
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Collection of pill boxes / snuff boxes + Chinese snuff bottles – Lot of 31 pieces – Various materials – 20th century
Detailed description:
Varied collection consisting of approximately 31 small boxes and bottles mainly from the 20th century.
The lot brings together different types of pocket and ornamental objects.
1) Pill boxes and small decorative boxes (Europe, 20th century)
Various materials
gold and enamelled metal
nacre
resin
engraved brass
imitation tortoiseshell
- wood turned with a metal mount.
carved stone
Some boxes feature painted or enameled decorations (floral motifs, figurative scenes, abstract designs).
Several pieces still have their original interiors (gilding, resin, or white plastic).
Chinese 'snuff bottles' (China, 20th century)
Several snuff bottles, made from various materials and styles:
inside-painted glass
blue moulded glass
decorated resin
Decorative bottle with inlays.
Bottles include their caps when visible in photos.
State:
Good overall condition for the entire lot.
Some items show signs of use.
micro-scratches
minor surface wear
Old contents in certain boxes.
No major sparkle observed.
The photos are an integral part of the description and show the details of each object.
Period:
20th century
(majority between the 1950s and 1990s)
Materials :
Metal, brass, enamel, mother-of-pearl, glass, stone, resin, wood, imitation shell.
Dimensions :
Small-sized parts
approximately 3 to 7 cm depending on the models.
Shipping:
Reinforced packaging and individual protection for each piece.
Tracked and insured shipment.
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Collection of pill boxes / snuff boxes + Chinese snuff bottles – Lot of 31 pieces – Various materials – 20th century
Detailed description:
Varied collection consisting of approximately 31 small boxes and bottles mainly from the 20th century.
The lot brings together different types of pocket and ornamental objects.
1) Pill boxes and small decorative boxes (Europe, 20th century)
Various materials
gold and enamelled metal
nacre
resin
engraved brass
imitation tortoiseshell
- wood turned with a metal mount.
carved stone
Some boxes feature painted or enameled decorations (floral motifs, figurative scenes, abstract designs).
Several pieces still have their original interiors (gilding, resin, or white plastic).
Chinese 'snuff bottles' (China, 20th century)
Several snuff bottles, made from various materials and styles:
inside-painted glass
blue moulded glass
decorated resin
Decorative bottle with inlays.
Bottles include their caps when visible in photos.
State:
Good overall condition for the entire lot.
Some items show signs of use.
micro-scratches
minor surface wear
Old contents in certain boxes.
No major sparkle observed.
The photos are an integral part of the description and show the details of each object.
Period:
20th century
(majority between the 1950s and 1990s)
Materials :
Metal, brass, enamel, mother-of-pearl, glass, stone, resin, wood, imitation shell.
Dimensions :
Small-sized parts
approximately 3 to 7 cm depending on the models.
Shipping:
Reinforced packaging and individual protection for each piece.
Tracked and insured shipment.
#pillbox #snuffbottle #tabatiere #snuff #collectibles #miniatures #anciennebox #emaile #paintedglass #ChinaXXth #catawiki #curiosities #collectors
Details
Number of objects
31
Type
Collection of pillboxes / snuff boxes + Chinese snuff bottles - 31 pieces
Condition
Good
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