19th Century Snuff Shoe Metal Inlay Decoration c.1850

Description

Heading : 19th Century Snuff Shoe Inlay Decoration
Date : c1850
Period : William IV-Victoria
Origin : English or French papier mache
Decoration : Silver inlay. hinged cover.
Size :  Length 8cms
Condition : Excellent. a little wear under the flange of the cover
Restoration : None
Weight :  19grams

There are many examples of wooden snuff shoes. Papier mache examples are generally disc shaped and have painted portraits. landscapes or tavern scenes.