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Vanity Case (Nécessaire)

c. 1760–65

manner of James Barbot

(British)
Culture
England, mid 18th century
Medium
gold, agate, interior fitted with implements
Measurements
Overall: 7.9 x 6.4 x 5.1 cm (3 1/8 x 2 1/2 x 2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Howard F. Stirn 2009.40
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Location
Not on view
Print
A rectangular gold and agate vanity case stands vertically, divided into a smaller upper section and a larger lower base by a horizontal gold band with a central bead at the front. Its polished cream-colored panels, marked with dark brown branch-like patterns, are framed by ornate gold scrollwork. The lid curves slightly upward within a gold border, and the top and bottom edges are finished with thick, tiered gold moldings.

Vanity Case (Nécessaire)

c. 1760–65

James Barbot

(British)
England, mid 18th century

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