Cowrie Shell Snuff Box
SilversmithMade by
Benjamin Lumsden
(Aberdeen, Scotland, active c.1757 - 1782)
Object NameSnuff Box
Mediumsilver and shell
ClassificationsApplied Art
Dimensions7.1 x 5cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1976.
LocationStolen - If you have any information relating to the current whereabouts of this work please get in touch
Object numberABDAG001036
About MeSilver mounted tiger cowrie shell of varying colour: clip and pin mounting with pin hinged lid: pricked border design and floral work
1846 - 1847
Colen Hewer Cheshire
