Antique Horn Snuff Box with Hunting Scene Early 19th Century

This antique snuff box is expertly crafted from polished horn, featuring intricate relief carvings of two deer set against a dark, textured background. The natural creamy hue of the horn contrasts beautifully with the darker sections, emphasizing the fine detail of the carving. The removable lid is topped with an elegant fluted finial as a stopper, that kept the snuff fresh. A fine example of early 19th-century craftsmanship in the manner of Wilhelm Lebrecht Schulz.

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artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.

Measures:
Length: 2.76" (7 cm)
Width: 1.18" (3 cm)
Height: 0.39" (1 cm)

Literature Reference:
Sabine Spindler, Antler Furniture 1825-1925, Munich 2006


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Origin:
Germany

Materials & Techniques:
Horn

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.