Object Detail
Description
box oval shaped with integral hinged lid. Inset into the lid is an enamel oval painted plaque of a Grecian female figure holding a circular garland of flowers, with two winged cherubs, one cherub lying on the ground leaning against a low pillar. Chased top, sides and base featuring rococo style scroll decoration Interior burnished copper.
Maker and role
manufacturer: unknown
Production place
England
Production date
circa 1770-1785
Media description
Sterling silver and enamel
Measurements
20 x 70 x 48 mm
Inscriptions
two imprest marks on rim, one on lid
Project credit line
This digital record has been made available on TJC Collection Online through the generous support of The Friends of The Johnston Collection and Christine Bell
Accession number
A1240
TJC reference number
1580