Russian 19th Century Silver Rectangular Snuff Box
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
19th century
This 19th-century Russian snuff box is crafted from silver, featuring an interior finished in gilt. The object is of a rectangular form, measuring 8.5 cm in width and weighing 98.9 grams (3.17 ozt).
The lid is highly detailed, featuring an engraving of two classical figures complemented by niello-style decorative elements. The base of the snuff box is adorned with a fine engraving depicting a classical trophy consisting of flags, helmets, and cannons. The construction includes a hinge mechanism for the lid, which sits flush when closed but operates loosely without friction. The piece bears Russian purity marks for 84 Zolotniks along with additional maker's marks.
Although the specific production year is obscured by wear to the hallmark, the object dates to the 19th century.
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Physical characteristics
- Width
- 8.5 cm
- Weight
- 98.9 g (3.17 ozt)
- Material
- silver, gilt interior
Technical characteristics
- Hallmarks
- 84 Zolotniks purity marks, makers marks
Design
- Lid motif
- two classical figures
- Base motif
- classical trophy of flags, helmets and canons
- Decoration style
- niello type
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
Catalogue references
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