Gold-mounted Tortoiseshell Box with Miniature Automaton

Description:

Gold-mounted Tortoiseshell Box with Miniature Automaton, France, 18th century, circular box, the cover set with a cartouche of a woman holding a mask, the arm movable to cover her face, gold marks for Paris 1756-62, dia. 2 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Some minor crazing the the side and under the base of the box; overall in very good condition.

Keywords