Antique 19th c. American French Lady Papier-Mâché & Linen Snuff Box

"Snuff boxes are made of the same material as paper; are to be had at Paris of any colour, but are most commonly black, as ebony and are actually as hard and durable as any made of wood, horn or tortoise-shell. They are made of linen rags, beat to a pulp, as if intended for paper. A large quantity of pulp is put into a vessel and the water allowed to drain off; the pulp is dried and coheres together in a hard vessel, and the water allowed to drain off; the pulp is dried and coheres together in a hard, uniform lump, out of which they turn upon the leath (lathe), boxes or any other kind of toys which for their novelty fetch a large price."

Features:
• Stunning condition and collectible
• The linen rag and cork have been finely crafted to add decor to the piece
• The lid has an early lithograph or silk screen of a Victorian French Lady
• Has a Blue and White Period Stamp on the bottom

Measurements:
Length 2.5 in / 6 cm
width 1.75 in / 4 cm
Depth closed 1 in / 3 cm