Lot 36: A GEORGE IV GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX SET WITH A MINIATURE

A GEORGE IV GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX SET WITH A MINIATURE
THE MINIATURE BY JOHN COX DILLMAN ENGLEHEART (BRITISH, 1784-1862)
rectangular gold-mounted dark tortoiseshell box with waisted sides, the cover inset with a glazed oval miniature on ivory of nude lovers embracing before a stream, within a polished gold frame, signed and dated on the backing paper 'J D Engleheart pinxit. 1809'
3 5/8 in. (93 mm.) wide

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.