A group of 7 enamel Bilston style patch / snuff boxes. 18th century. ++ Oval white box with gold and black geometric motif on top and sides. Lid reads: "A Trifle From London." Interior with mirrored lid. 1"h x 1 5/8"w x 1 1/2"d. ++ Oval box with green scalloped bottom and white lid reading: "May the bosom of the British Fair flow with the ardour of Liberty and may they bestow their affections on the Men only who have the Virtue & Courage to defend it." surrounded by pink and green egg and dart pattern. 7/8"h x 1 3/4"w x 1 1/2"d. ++ Oval Staffordshire enamel box with flower on side and mountain / river landscape on top reading: "A Trifle from Buxton, Lovers Leap." Interior with burnished steel lid. 1"h x 1 7/8"w x 2 5/8"d. ++ Oval box with light blue scalloped base. White lid with architectural scene. Reads: "A view from the inside of Brazen Nofe College Quadrangle Oxford." Interior with mirrored lid. 1"h x 2"w x 1 5/8"d. ++ Oval white box with cobalt and gold dot motif. Lid with Salisbury Cathedral. Interior with mirrored lid. 1"h x 1 3/4"w x 1 1/2"d. ++ Small round box with light pink base and white lid reading: "A Trifle from Bedford." 5/8"d x 7/8"diameter. ++ Oval box with pink base. White lid with Bath circus gates. Reads: "A Trifle from Bath, Circus." 1"h x 2"w x 1 3/4"d.
Provenance: The Collection of Janice Bernstew.
Condition: Cracks to glass, lids, and some discoloration. Please contact us for detailed condition report.