A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.

A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.
A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.
A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.
A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.

A George III Tortoiseshell Standing Etui made most probably in London circa 1780.

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The Tortoiseshell Etui has a very rare triangular form with rounded corners. The sides are decorated with bright cut silver bands and the top of the hinged cover displays a shield shaped cartouche, engraved with contemporary script initials. The Etui opens up to reveal a silver fitted interior which contains a glass scent bottle and stopper.



Height: 2.1 inches, 5.25cm.

Length: 1.1 inches, 2.75cm.

Year

1780

Country

London

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