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Box

c. 1768–1769

France, 18th century

Medium
gold and enamel
Measurements
Overall: 4.5 x 5.9 cm (1 3/4 x 2 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Edward B. Greene 1957.410
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Location
Not on view
Print
A rectangular gold and enamel box features a hinged lid and panels of white figures. On the front, five children gather near a stone pedestal and tree against a golden background. The lid features white figures near a stone archway set into a dark-brown panel. Each section is framed by borders of interlocking green lines and small flowers. The container showcases detailed enamel work in white, green, and brown.

Box

c. 1768–1769

France, 18th century

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