Museum Collections
Luce Center
Snuff box: portrait relief
Object Number:
INV.7680
Date:
1800-1850
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 2 7/8 x 1 5/8 in. ( 3.2 x 7.3 x 4.1 cm )
Description:
Elaborately carved wooden snuffbox with hinged lid; lid is carved with profile of bearded man in front of swags; the bottom is also carved with the profile of a bearded man with swags, but he is in a medallion bound by hut-like buildings.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.