Eloge De Colbert Box Snuffbox Ivory And Tortoise Miniature Portrait Of Necker By Antoine Sergent XVIIIème

Circular ivory box with tortoiseshell lining. Its cover is decorated with a miniature engraved by Antoine-François sergeant (1751-1847) depicting the bust portrait of Jacques Necker, financier and minister of Louis XVI, in a blue frock coat and lace frill. On the periphery, it is mentioned the identity of the subject "Necker" and the quote "Enjoy your glory men begin to know you", Necker to which one might have thought that this injunction was addressed. But this is not the case; its author is in fact Necker himself in his "Eloge de Jean-Baptiste Colbert, speech which won the Prix de l'Académie Françoise, in 1773". Tortoiseshell strapping. Under original slightly curved glass. Marked under the portrait "A. Sergent Fct 1789" "Chez Le Vachez at the Palais Royal N ° 258". Period late eighteenth century. Dimensions: Box diameter: 7.8 cm x 2.1 cm high Good condition, scratches from use, small material gaps on the edges, on the strapping. Over time the material has worked slightly, hence the slight non-crossing surface hair around the perimeter and a somewhat difficult closure (see photos). Very little given its age and subject matter. The colors of the miniature are well contrasted. The internal rim is in good condition. Many other objects to discover in my booth at the Trade Shows in which I participate. Follow my gallery to be informed of news and to know the dates of the next Trade Shows ... Any questions? I remain at your disposal. Do not hesitate to call me or send me a message. I will answer you with great pleasure.