rara caja rape oriental ovalada plata dragon bambu pieza estilo Belle Époque although a little blurry

although a little blurry

Probably dating from the late 19th century

Weight: Its weight is 16

- Main material: Since we cannot guarantee that it is jet

These boxes were used by both ladies and gentlemen to store pills

rara caja rape oriental ovalada plata dragon bambu pieza estilo Belle Époque although a little blurryA great find! Rare and antique oval oriental silver snuffbox, made of Chinese silver, exported to Europe. Embossed decoration with a central dragon surrounded by bamboo motifs. The lid has a functional ball closure. This piece was manufactured for the Western market in the late 19th or early 20th century. This is appropriate, given the Chinese belief that these snuff boxes were used as a remedy for common ailments such as colds, headaches, and stomach