M. FORD CREECH ANTIQUES

 

18^th CENTURY BRASS & COPPER TOBACCO BOX

Germany, c1775-90

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The box of long rectangular form with rounded ends, the copper lids with engraved with scenes of ladies and gentlemen on a terrace,

one bringing a candle, between panels of scrolling foliage, and inscribed with apparent spiritual references, reading (to the best of our ability):

 

Mansucht naih Frommen Lueten, wo sind sie? (One is seeking pious people.  Where are they?)

and

Und hoft auf besser zieten, W? kamt die?" (And hoping for better times.  When is it coming?)

 

One side engraved with scrolling foliage, the other appearing as ferns

 

Condition: Excellent; heavy gauge, inscription slightly rubbed in places

 

7.2 oz.

 

1 1/4" Tall, 6" Wide x 1 7/8' Deep

 

Price: Please Inquire

 

#5534

 

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) 683-4668 or email mfcreech@bellsouth.net 

 

American Express, Mastercard, Visa and Discover accepted

 

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