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Box, tobacco and cover
Oval in section, detachable fitted lid, slightly convex. A circular magnifying glass has been let into the centre of the lid, within a brass surround. Dark brown tortoiseshell japan to exterior of lid, upper surface only, similarly applied to underside of base. Remaining surfaces, both internal and external, japanned black. Inscription surrounding glass to lid much worn.
Collection Area
Art
Item Number
NMW A 50156
Creation/Production
Allgood family
Date: 1789
Acquisition
Purchase, 21/10/1937
Measurements
Height
(cm): 2.5
Length
(cm): 11.9
Width
(cm): 7.4
Height
(in): 1
Length
(in): 4
Width
(in): 2
Techniques
japanned
decoration
Applied Art
gilded
decoration
Applied Art
Material
tin-plate
glass
brass
Location
In store
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