{"product_id":"antique-shell-snuff-box","title":"Antique Shell Snuff Box","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Shell Snuff Box \/ Trinket Box with Engraved Brass Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNatural spiral shell \/ engraved brass hinged cap and base mount \/ late 19th–early 20th century \/ curated for the cabinet and dressing table\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA miniature snuff box or trinket box formed from a natural spiral shell, its warm amber, cream, and caramel banding intact and luminous, fitted with an engraved brass cap at the apex and a small round black base mount at the foot, joined by a fine brass ring hinge. The brass cap is finely worked with decorative engraving and a small finial. The shell itself is of exceptional quality, its natural nacre catching the light with a quiet iridescence. Opens at the equator on the brass hinge to reveal a small plain interior.Approximate decade: 1880s–1920s (Victorian–Edwardian, possibly Indian or colonial origin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCollector's note: Shell objects mounted in silver or brass, snuff boxes, scent bottles, needle cases, were a beloved category of Victorian and Edwardian decorative craft, with strong traditions in both European and Indo-colonial workshops. The combination of organic shell and worked metal gives this piece an intimate, cabinet-of-curiosities quality. A rare and beautiful object.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo special care required. Handle gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*All items are final sale.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"l’atelier Alba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56890073219403,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/2702\/3435\/files\/DSC00783.jpg?v=1774560055","url":"https:\/\/www.latelieralba.com\/products\/antique-shell-snuff-box","provider":"l’atelier Alba","version":"1.0","type":"link"}