Antique c.1700s French Boot or Shoe Snuff Box, Large Pique Table Snuff is 6.75" Long cushion I have not seen this

I have not seen this done before this one - unsure if it's from France (where we bought it) or from Italy

Perfectly supported within the outer opaline casket in the framework that remains perfect

or his death

Each arm has a hinged locket to hold a miniature or photo

Antique c.1700s French Boot or Shoe Snuff Box, Large Pique Table Snuff is 6.75" Long cushion I have not seen thisThis one is just superb! Extra large table snuff from mid late 1700s, French, hand carved and so much fine pique work in tiny brass pin inlays, it's truly a work of art. The sold is particularly splendid with the nickel taps set on heel and toe. Overall pique and I really am not seeing any areas of loss. There is a nickel cartouche up top which has never been engraved. Snuff is, of course, pulverized tobacco one 'sniffed' up the nose. Very good to