Snuffbox Biedermeier, brown rosewood, brown mahogany, silver metal, Austria, 19th century
992 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 44350
This late 19th-century Austrian Biedermeier snuffbox, with clear influences of early Secessionist design, is a refined example of personal accessories from the era. The body is crafted from richly grained rosewood, displaying a warm, medium-brown tone with a subtle reddish hue and a semi-gloss finish enhancing the natural pattern. The lid features a central four-leaf clover motif in silvery nickel-plated metal, precisely inlaid into the mahogany wood. The elongated elliptical form is accentuated by nickel-plated metal ends, engraved with a repeating geometric ornament, providing a delicate decorative accent. The construction is meticulous, with seamless joints between wood and metal, while the hinge and clasp work smoothly, producing a characteristic, satisfying click when closed. The box remains in excellent original condition – the wood has developed a gentle, even patina with age, the metal fittings are stable and lustrous, and all inlays are intact, with no visible repairs or losses.This compact object echoes the refined voice of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the turn of the century, when even the smallest personal items were testament to a culture of detail and understated luxury. The four-leaf clover inlay seems to murmur old-world faith in small tokens of fortune – opening the snuffbox becomes a ritual, where the tactile patina
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Height2 cm
Length9 cm
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Length9 cm
Height2 cm
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