M. FORD CREECH ANTIQUES & FINE ARTS
 

 

PAPIER MACHE & RELIEF-CARVED TREEN TAM O'SHANTER SNUFF BOX

Scotland, 19th Century

 

 

Of rectangular lidded form, the lacquered papier mache box with hinged lid, the lid inset with a white-metal

rimmed carved rectangle, depicting Tam O'Shanter from Ayr, relating to his companions his frightful tale when,

under the influence of "John Barleycorn", he saw a dreadful vision on the way home, and was forced

to flee for his life from witches until he reached the bridge's key-stone, which they could not pass.

(from the poem by Robert Burns)

 

Now, who this tale of truth shall read,
Each man, and mother’s son, take heed:
Whenever to drink you are inclined,
Or short skirts run in your mind,
Think! you may buy joys over dear:
Remember Tam O' Shanter’s mare.

 

 (the Witch got the end of Maggie's tale, leaving "poor Maggie scarce a stump". )

 

Condition : Rubbing to the base and corners of the box; several chips to the interior;

white metal rim missing from two sides of the lid carving; several pins missing from the other

 

1.25" High x 4.25" Long x 3" Deep

 

SOLD

 

#6248w

 

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We welcome and encourage all inquiries.  We will make every attempt to answer any questions you might have.

 

 For information, call (901) 761-1163 or (901) 827-4668 or email mfcreech@bellsouth.net 

( alternate email : mfordcreech@gmail.com )

 

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