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Collection of singing-bird boxes and snuff boxes (enamel & silver-gilt)
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Collection of singing-bird boxes and snuff boxes (enamel & silver-gilt)
3025205 Collection of singing-bird boxes and snuff boxes (enamel & silver-gilt) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: top: A SWISS ENAMELLED AND JEWELLED GOLD SNUFF-BOX
Geneva, circa 1780, with prestige marks, the flange struck with inventory no. 835
Oval box, the guillochepanels on cover, sides and base coated with translucent plum-colour enamel and bordered with opaque white enamel bands, the diamond-bordered lid centred with an identically enamelled guillocheplaque applied with rose-cut diamond-studded initials SF, within an old-mine cut diamond and strass border, the matted gold borders and side pilasters applied with opalescent enamel beads and translucent green enamelled leaves; with fitted green shagreen case
3 3/8 in. (86 mm.) wide
Centre left: A SWISS ENAMELLED SILVER-GILT SINGING-BIRD BOX
by Jacques Bruguier (1801-1871), the movement scratched in Bruguier Jacques GenAve and numbered 41, Geneva, circa 1840/1860
Rectangular box with waisted lobed corners, the cover applied with flowers cast in silver-gilt on a dark blue enamelled taille d epargne foliate ground surrounded by scrolls, a slide on the front side opening the hinged oval flap enamelled with a mountainous landscape view, the colourfully plumed bird formerly rotating on its axis, flapping its wings, turning its head and opening its beak, the sides engraved with feathery scrolls, flowers and foliage, the base similarly engraved and enclosing a blank floral reserve, with rear key compartment; the leather case with key compartment, the white plush and silk lined inside gold-stamped L. GALLOPIN & CIE SUCCUR DE HENRY CAPT GENEVE.
3 13/16 in. (97 mm.) wide
bottom left: A FRENCH EMPIRE DOUBLE MUSICAL BOX
by L. Baudin (fl. 1810-1812), struck with the makers doublemark (1811/1812), with the restricted warranty marks for silver Paris 1809-1819
Rectangular silver-gilt plated box with rounded corners, the cover and base engraved with rectangular panels of horizontal engine-turning forming reeded lozenges floating on a wavy ground, within a frame of trailing floral scrolls on a frosted ground, plain rims, the sides similarly engraved, the front side wall and right hand side wall with levers, a barrel musical movement inside, with associated key
3 7/16 in. (87 mm.) wide
); Photo eChristies Images; European, out of copyright
Media ID 23296594
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a stunning collection of singing-bird boxes and snuff boxes, adorned with exquisite enamel and silver-gilt craftsmanship. The topmost box is a Swiss enameled and jeweled gold snuff-box from Geneva, circa 1780. Its oval shape features guilloche panels coated with translucent plum-color enamel, bordered by opaque white enamel bands. The lid is embellished with rose-cut diamond-studded initials SF within a border of old-mine cut diamonds and strass. Opalescent enamel beads and translucent green enamelled leaves adorn the matted gold borders, creating an opulent design. This masterpiece comes complete with a fitted green shagreen case. To the center left sits a Swiss enameled silver-gilt singing-bird box crafted by Jacques Bruguier (1801-1871) in Geneva around 1840/1860. Its rectangular form boasts waisted lobed corners, while the cover showcases flowers cast in silver-gilt on a dark blue enamelled ground surrounded by scrolls. A slide on the front side opens to reveal an oval flap enamelled with a picturesque mountainous landscape view. Once activated, this enchanting bird rotates on its axis, flaps its wings, turns its head, and opens its beak. Lastly, we have a French Empire double musical box created by L. Baudin (flourishing between 1810-1812). This rectangular silver-gilt plated box features engraved panels of horizontal engine-turning forming reeded lozenges floating on wavy grounds on both the cover and base. Floral scroll motifs frame these intricate designs against frosted backgrounds. Each piece in this remarkable collection represents the pinnacle of European artistry during their respective periods – true treasures for any connoisseur or collector to behold.
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