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Antique Five Faces Snuff Box

About the Item

Unique Georgian snuff box depicting five faces and inspired by Japanese netsuke designs. Carved from a tree root, it is fitted with a lidded metal compartment. This unusual piece measures 2 1/2" wide, 2 1/4" deep and 1" high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Baltimore, MD
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9464852799
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