Rare Antique Victorian c1830 English Paper Mache Lacquer Bearded Lady Snuffbox hand hammering such that the loop at

such that the loop at the top swivels allowing the fob to be turned to wind a

There is wear to the gilding on the outside of the bowl but there are no chips or cracks

probably Athena

The cup is made in a simple

with a striped pattern along each side of the rectangular ends

Rare Antique Victorian c1830 English Paper Mache Lacquer Bearded Lady Snuffbox hand hammering such that the loop atPresented is a unique English paper mache snuffbox, dating to around the 1820s 1830s. The lid of the box features an interesting scene, of a bearded woman at her vanity, applying likely kohl or some other cosmetic. The scene is very detailed and well done, and the subject matter is certainly not something you'll find again very easily. All the other sides of the box, as well as the interior, are lacquered a rich deep black. A well made, striking, and