Lot 273
A 19th century Bilston enamel pillbox, of oval form, the hinged cover decorated with text upon a...
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Lot 273
A 19th century Bilston enamel pillbox, of oval form, the hinged cover decorated with text upon a...
Lot 273
Lot Description
A 19th century Bilston enamel pillbox, of oval form, the hinged cover decorated with text upon a blue bordered, white glazed ground, 'Friendships a name for ever blest, in that I live and love to test', lifting to reveal a mirrored panel to its underside, 1.75" (4.5cm) wide, (s/d), together with another similar example, the hinged cover decorated with a winged angel, in her right hand carrying a scroll reading 'Peace with the world', lifting to reveal a mirrored panel to its underside.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Friendship box is worn, with heavy crazing with some losses
Mirror to interior is cracked with losses and pitting
Other box is worn, with surface crazing
Mirror to interior possible replaced
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