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481 - Fine Louis XVI snuffbox in Hercules yellow gold, 14 ct.; rectangular body with chamfered corners and a flat lid hinged at the back. On the lid, in a central cartouche, a profile depiction of Hercules with a club as an attribute. The cartouche and edges are bordered by finely punched leaf-and-vine friezes; the background consists of a pattern of intersecting lines covering the entire surface. Bears unidentified inspection and maker’s marks, a year letter, and a tax stamp. Weight: approx. 89 g. Height: 2 cm. Dimensions: 9 cm x 4.7 cm.
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Fine Louis XVI snuffbox in Hercules yellow gold, 14 ct.; rectangular body with chamfered corners and a flat lid hinged at the back. On the lid, in a central cartouche, a profile depiction of Hercules with a club as an attribute. The cartouche and edges are bordered by finely punched leaf-and-vine friezes; the background consists of a pattern of intersecting lines covering the entire surface. Bears unidentified inspection and maker’s marks, a year letter, and a tax stamp. Weight: approx. 89 g. Height: 2 cm. Dimensions: 9 cm x 4.7 cm. A French Neoclassical 14-carat gold tobacco box with a portrait of Heracles. Unidentified assay and maker’s marks, date mark, and tax stamp. France. Circa 1785.
Auction details
International Fine Art Auction No. 198 - PART IAuction house
Schloss Ahlden +49 5 16 48 01 00 info@schloss-ahlden.deDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.