18th Century German Enamel Hand Painted Snuff Box

Updated August 6, 2026

Lot number411
Estimate400.00 - 600.00 USD
AuctionAugust 9th Decorative Arts Auction
DateAugust 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT
Auction houseDelmar Auctions
LocationNewark, Delaware

Antique mid 18th century German enamel snuff box. Decorated with hand painted putti / putto cherubs fishing on the lid, scenes of putto and winged cherubs on the sides and bottom of the box. Has a scene of a woman and cherub on the inside of the lid. Gilt metal mounts. Unsigned. Circa 1760 to 1770s. Has wear and tarnish to the gilt metal mounts, discolored cracks with some associated losses on to the top and inside of the lid, to the corners with one crack extending into the scene on one side of the box. Also has chips and losses to the corners and side edges of the box. Measures approximately 3 3/8 inches x 2 5/8 inches x 1 3/4 inches tall. We can offer packaging and shipping on this lot to a domestic USA address for $30. Please contact us after you have paid your invoice to arrange and pay for Shipping. International buyers please contact us for a shipping quote. We will also combine purchased lots at a discounted rate where possible.

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