A Very Rare 18th Century Carved Treen Wood Snuff Box Formed As A Defecating Male, Wearing His Buttoc - May 22, 2024 | Hannam's Auctioneers Ltd In Hampshire
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A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY CARVED TREEN WOOD SNUFF BOX formed as a defecating male, wearing his buttoc

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A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY CARVED TREEN WOOD SNUFF BOX formed as a defecating male, wearing his buttoc
A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY CARVED TREEN WOOD SNUFF BOX formed as a defecating male, wearing his buttoc
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A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY CARVED TREEN WOOD SNUFF BOX formed as a defecating male, wearing his buttocks, the cavity open to reveal a painted face. 13 cm x 7 cm. Note: Snuffboxes were used for containing snuff, a mixture of ground tobacco and scented oils, and were very popular in the 18th century when snuff-taking was fashionable. Highly decorated and valuable objects, they became collectors' items in the 19th century.
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A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY CARVED TREEN WOOD SNUFF BOX formed as a defecating male, wearing his buttoc

Estimate £100 - £150
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Starting Price £80
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