Pretty Japanned Papier Mache Box
A Pretty Black & Gold Japanned Papier Mache Box, probably originally a tea caddy, with well painted scenes to the top and front of the box, the lid with an interior scene entitled 'The Favourite Falcon', and the front with a lovely pastoral scene. Lock stamped VR with a crown and 'Mechi's Patent' [John Mechi, Leadenhall Street, London]. Original metal foil remains to the base of the interior
dimensions
27.3 cm w
17 cm d
13.5 cm h
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