Burlwood Erotic Snuff Box 

Burlwood Erotic Snuff Box 

  • This unassuming German snuffbox hides a secret inside
  • Crafted of burlwood and tortoiseshell, it features a false bottom that reveals an erotic painting
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Item No. 30-1720
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There is much more to this exquisite Georgian snuffbox than meets the eye. Beautifully crafted of striking burlwood, this unassuming box features a lining of precious tortoiseshell and a false bottom, which, when gently unscrewed, reveals a miniature erotic painting of exceptional detail. Erotic antiques are perhaps the most provocative on the market today. To find such an item, in such excellent condition, is quite a treat.

Circa 1830

3 7/8" diameter x 1" high
Burlwood Erotic Snuff Box 
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Snuff/Tobacco Boxes
Diameter: 3.88 Inches
Depth: 3.88 Inches
Width: 3.88 Inches
Height: 1.0 Inches
Style: Georgian
Burlwood Erotic Snuff Box 
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