RECENT ACQUISITIONS - 7th March, 2019
18th Century exceptional French 18k gold mounted extensive etui set, of elongated octagonal form, the gold mounted boarders chased with laurel leaf bands, engine turned ground overlaid with transparent faux blonde tortoiseshell which is inlaid with polka dots and elaborate initials in a round reserve, the lid opens with a push-button. Inside enclosing the original gold and steel implements: fan writing tablet, scissors, needle case, pen knife, 3 string winders, pick, pencil, thimble, tweezers and a needle. All extensively hallmarked with French 18k gold marks and various duty marks.
Reference Number: B5766
18th Century English 18k gold mounted snuff box, of rectangular form with cut corners, the front depicting a sacrifice or an execution in front of the South American tribe leader, the edges decorated with brass pique nails, dogs, flowers and birds, the reverse depicting a native drinking a hot beverage, a palm tree and an exotic bird with colorful plumage, the panels are set in 18k gold mounts.
Reference Number: A5767
Antique late-19th Century Indian gem set, 18k gold & enamel box, of octagonal form, the top inset with old cut diamonds in a shape of a flower, the base enamelled with an intricate floral spray and a pair of vibrant blue parakeets in the centre, the sides with further traditional floral motifs on white ground.
Reference Number: A5768
