SALE Ching Dynasty (1840-1870) CHARD SNUFF BOX (Free shipping inside USA)

Collectibles : Tobacciana : Snuff Box : Chard : Silver

 

The lid on this beautiful and very old snuff box features a perfect hand-painted chard from the Ming Dynasty encased in (what appears to be) silver. The odd shape is almost oblong but has gently sloping convex sides that are wrapped with a very ornate raised design of swirls and dots in the metal on the lid and on the bottom half of the box. It measures 4 1/16 inches across the widest points x 3 1/4" wide and is 1 3/4" high in the center.

The metal has not been tested but has the look and feel of silver flash over gold, the chard is in perfect condition with no chips/cracks/repairs and the lid fits very securely. The interior has a bright silver finish & very clean but an odd feature is the metal underneath the lid feels like it's "springy" when it is pressed.

It's an absolutely lovely piece of tobacciana memorabilia , ideal as a vanity or coffee table accessory and a total treasure to add to your box collection. The box is part of an estate and no one knows the exact age; however, the family has stated that it was purchased in China during the early 50's. Other than a light patina and very slight signs of wear on the exterior, the condition is very fine.

Item ID: RL-190-4-10

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