An early 19th century Stobwasser papier mache circular snuff box

A 19th century Stobwasser papier mache circular snuff box, the lid painted with a young woman sewing, inscribed inside the lid 'La tricoteuse flamande l'apres micris' and numbered '5286', the inside of the base signed 'Stobwasser...' and numbered '5286', 10cm diameter

Purchased from Halcyon Days, Brook Street.

Condition Report

Small chips on the outer edge.

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