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Probably by: John King
English (London)
second half 18th century
Object Place: Europe, London, England
Medium/Technique
Silver; cowry shell
Dimensions
H. 4 cm (1 9/16 in.); W. 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.); D. 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in)
Credit Line
Gift of Sidney Brooks
Accession Number80.507
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CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsSilver
DescriptionThe base of the box is formed of a cut section of a cowry shell with a molded silver rim. The flat silver cover, formed from sheet, has a hidden hinge ornamented with wrigglework.
Marks
On inside of case, maker's mark IK (similar to Grimwade 1446).
InscriptionsEngraved on the cover, CGS in monogram
ProvenanceGiven to Gilbert Stuart (1775-1828) by the Bishop of Ossory. 1880, gift of Sydney Brooks to the MFA. (Accession Date: April 15, 1880)