A very fine George III Tortoiseshell Pique Etui made, most probably, in London, circa 1780.

The Etui is of an unusual large size and has a hinged cover. The exterior is decorated, on both the front and reverse, with Neo-Classical garlands of foliate motifs, flowers and bluebell drops, tied with paterae. Both the front and the reverse also display a navette shaped cartouche and star motifs. The top is also decorated with a floral motif and this piece is in excellent condition.



Length: 3 inches, 7.5cm.

Width: 1.75 inches, 4.38cm.