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M. FORD CREECH ANTIQUES & FINE ARTS
GEORGE II / III SILVER-MOUNTED ARMORIAL COWRIE SHELL SNUFF BOX
William Lestourgeon, London c1755-60
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The large ovoid cowrie shell with substantial silver mounts,
the cartouche-form hinged cover with elaborate embossed and chased rococo shell and scroll
decorations centering a coat of arms beneath a viscount's coronet
(the arms to be identified);
the interior gilt, silver with maker's mark only ; WL fish above, the fish poorly struck
Notes :
"Poll of City & Liberty of Westminster taken at Covent Garden 22 November to 8 December 1749
gives a William LE STURGEON Snuffbox Maker, St Martin Le Grand.
The "Unregistered mark" in Grimwade, #3873, lists WL a fish above, listed as 'unidentified',
(as found on a 1757 tobacco box, 1764 tray and 1765 mustard pot)
This mark likely appears in the lost '1739-1758 Smallworkers' Register'.
William entered into partnership with Aaron Lestourgeon in 1767.
This partnership was well known for its fine quality,
and a supplier for the prestigious London firm Wakelin & Parker
Condition : Excellent, the shell with only a few minor scratches;
the silver with very minor wear to high points only;
makers marks with polishing wear; hinge in good condition and closure firm
3.25" Long, 2.5" Wide, 1.75" High / 3.4 oz. (total weight)
SOLD
#7864
Please Inquire
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See Also :
Rare George I Silver Portrail Snuff Box,
"Queen Mary",
Dennis Langdon, London c1720
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information, call (901) 761-1163 or (901) 827-4668,
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South Perkins Road / Memphis,
TN 38117 / USA /
Wed.-Sat. 11-6, or by appointment
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