Corozo Snuff Box In Honour Of Emperor Napoleon Made At The Empire Period
Corozo snuff box in honour
of Emperor Napoleon.
Carved in the form of a fantastical animal with white glass eyes, fitted with a stopper attached by a small chain.
On the back, the decoration of the Emperor Napoleon I’s hat is set over his sword, accompanied by a trumpet, a Legion of Honour star and laurel leaves.
The composition rests on a cushion supported by two lions, while at the top of the monument two angels present a laurel wreath. The decoration on this snuff box carries an honorary symbolism: the cushion represents royalty and honour; the lions, strength, courage, and sovereignty; the angels, divine messengers or protectors; and the laurel wreath, glory and honour.
Dimensions: length of 4 cm × width of 2.8 cm.
Paris made in early 19th century.
Carved in the form of a fantastical animal with white glass eyes, fitted with a stopper attached by a small chain.
On the back, the decoration of the Emperor Napoleon I’s hat is set over his sword, accompanied by a trumpet, a Legion of Honour star and laurel leaves.
The composition rests on a cushion supported by two lions, while at the top of the monument two angels present a laurel wreath. The decoration on this snuff box carries an honorary symbolism: the cushion represents royalty and honour; the lions, strength, courage, and sovereignty; the angels, divine messengers or protectors; and the laurel wreath, glory and honour.
Dimensions: length of 4 cm × width of 2.8 cm.
Paris made in early 19th century.
2 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition
Material: Corozo
Length: 4 cm
Width: 2,8 cm
Reference (ID): 1765039
Availability: In stock
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