Pair of Silvered Bronze Photophores, 20th Century Snuff Boxes The silver hinged snuff box

The silver hinged snuff box with the resting shepherd and dog at his feet

27” seat height 13” seat depth 18”

The three drawers lined with jacquard silk pattern

Hallmarked with 800 silver mounts

An original is in the Musee des Arts Décoratifs in Paris

Pair of Silvered Bronze Photophores, 20th Century Snuff Boxes The silver hinged snuff boxThis model of Regence style hurricane lamps evolved in the early 18th century. It is a type of candlestick designed to shield candle flames from wind. They were used to illuminate terraces and gardens. They have become extremely popular with decorators like David Hicks, designer Hubert de Givenchy, Doyenne of collectors Jayne Wrightsman and decorator Mica Ertegun