Lithographed Tin Box and a Papier-mache Spectacle Case

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Lithographed Tin Box and a Papier-mache Spectacle Case, America, mid-19th century, a rectangular tin with hinged cover depicting a man stitching a sail and two other men with anchor and ship in the background, the papier-mache and leather spectacle case depicting "The Appearance of the American Fleet at Vera Cruz on the 20th March 1847," (wear),lg. 5 5/8 x 3 1/2, 5 3/8 x 2 3/4 in.
Estimate $600-800

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