A group of enamels, circa 1770-1800
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A group of enamels, circa 1770-1800
Comprising a rectangular German snuff box painted in puce with a lady and gentleman, military camps, and trophys on the sides, base and interior, 10cm wide, three oval South Staffordshire patch boxes, one with the inscription 'May the Enimies of his Country Never eat THE BREAD THEREOF' within flower garland, 4.3cm wide, another with 'May Trade increase And bless our Isle And Commerce make This Land to smile' within wreath, 5.1cm wide, the third with a farmer and dog, a circular box with flowers and 'W P 1769', 4.8cm wide, a miniature watch with painted dial and hanging loop, 3.4cm wide and a miniature egg, 3.4cm high (7)
Sold for £375 inc. premium

Category: Decorative Arts / European Ceramics

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