The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 15, 2026

A double snuff box features two joined, rounded compartments made of translucent reddish-orange agate stone. Polished gold bands with vertical wavy patterns frame each panel. On top, two hinged lids are present; one remains closed while the other is propped open, revealing a hollow interior. Ridged gold borders trim the top and bottom of the box, while vertical gold columns separate the curved side panels.

Double Snuff Box

c. 1765

Antoine Cheret

(French)
France, Paris
agate, gold
Gift of Howard F. Stirn 2009.49
Location: Not on view
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/2009.49