3 Mother of pearl snuff boxes

Updated September 12, 2026

A group of three Continental mother-of-pearl snuff boxes, probably 18th–19th century, with silver-colored metal mounts. Comprising an oval box carved with vessels and a central tripod censer; a deeper octagonal box with a relief scene of Judith and Holofernes, its sides decorated with scrollwork, shells and diaper patterns; and a shallow cartouche-shaped box engraved with a figural scene within scrolling ornament, with a gilt interior and an indistinct stamped mark. All with hinged covers. Largest: 1 3/4" x 3" Smallest: 1/2" x 3"

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