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Silver and Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box by Bontems, circa 1900

About the Item

A beautiful Singing bird box by bontems of Paris, Circa 1900. Tortoisesheel embellished with sterling silver, with silver and enamel lid.
  • Creator:
    Bontems (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015329814082

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