PARIS - XVIIIth CENTURY Rectangular enameled porcelain box decorated with reserves showing animated scenes in a wooded landscape with factories. The reserves are framed by a raised gold fillet with attributes and knots. The whole is set against a background of pink squares. The inside of the lid features a riverbank scene with boats in pink monochrome. The silver mounting bears a silverwork discharge mark, a scallop shell for the years 1756-1762. Gross weight: 109.8 g. Size: 3.5 x 7.5 x 4.5 cm. Cracks, scratches, traces of gold wear and crazing, used condition. Expert : Manuela FINAZ DE VILLAINE

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