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AN EARLY 18TH CENTURY CIRCULAR PATCH BOX with a circular lid pressed with the head and shoulders of Queen Anne with the makers mark on the base T.K., 2cm diameter; a similar box engraved with a five petalled flower, makers mark appears to be W.W.; and an oval shaped snuff box engraved with leaves, Birmingham 1810-11 by Samuel Pemberton, 5cm long (3)
17th century oval horn snuff box with line engravings of Charles I and, inside, of Charles II hiding in the Royal oak, 8cm X 6cm x 1.5cmProvenance: note says purchased Halcyon Days 1990-1Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
19th century French rectangular mother-of-pearl snuff box, the cover carved with a bust of Diana within a setting of animals and fruiting vines. Unmarked white metal frame. 7cm X 5cm X 1cmProvenance Donohoe, Davies Mews about 25 years agoPart of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
A very unusual 19th century papier-mache Tree Ring and bark effect circular snuff box. 9cm DiameterPart of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Early 18th century circular Toleware snuff box, the cover depicting the Horse of Hanover riding the English Lion, motto reading palienti opprobrion, 7.5cm Diameter.Provenance June & Tony Stone, Portobello Road, May 2000Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Mid 19th century treen snuff box in the form of a fox's head with a brass band. The oval cover with an unmarked white metal mount. 9cm LongProvenance; Purchased Halcyon Days, Brook Street, 1995Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century oval brass snuff box, probably made in Holland for the English market, the cover engraved with European monarchs centred on Queen Anne, the base with capital cities centred on London Provenance: purchased Avon Antiques, Bradford on Avon,1996 together with another oval brass snuff box, the cover with an engraved armorial, the larger box, 10.5cm,Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Early 18th century oval pressed horn snuff box, the cover with a design taken from an engraving of the round dance by Jacques Callot. 11cmProvenance purchased from Naphill Bucks, A & E Foster, Nov 1997Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Rectangular brass tobacco box with three compartments, the smallest a match case with striker, the top inscribed N Hunt, Dover and with an engraving of Beadle. 13cm X 4.75cm X 2.5cmProvenance Brightwells Nov 2012Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century agate snuff box of trough form, unmarked white metal mounts, 8cmProvenance: Provenance: Purchased from Brian R Bolt, Bushmills, Feb 1994Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Early 18th century rectangular ivory snuff box, the cover carved with a portrait of John Churchill (1650-1722) above a trophy of arms-the First Duke of Marlborough 8.5cm X 5.5cmProvenance: purchased from Sandra Lipton, London, March 1996 Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century oval tortoiseshell tobacco box with silver hinge and name plaque W. Woodall 9cm X 7cmProvenance: Purchased from Brian R Bolt, Bushmills, Sept 1996Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
19th century circular papier-mache snuff box, the cover with a royal coat of arms and military trophies, the base with a Man-o-War. 8.5cm Diameter.Provenance: Purchased from Brian R Bolt, Bushmills, Sept 1996Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century Pontypool tobacco box the cover with inset magnifying glass, and inscription Bright fol through this your pipe will light and help old age to read and write, 11cmProvenance purchased from Rogers de Rin, London SW3, June 1992Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century oval ribbed tortoiseshell tobacco box the cover set with a cast cut-out profile of Queen Anne in Coronation Robes. 9.5cm X 8cmProvenance purchased from Phillips 17th Nov 1995Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
An 18th century ivory octagonal snuff box with untested gilt metal mounts, the cover with a fine engraving of a ritual execution within a pin head border, over a vignette of an European couple and an outer border with exotic birds and dogs. The base with a coloured engraving of a native, bird and palm tree. 8.5cm X 5.5cmProvenance purchased from Donohoe, London Nov 1990Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Early 18th century circular horn box, the cover carved with the Judgement of Solomon, Unsigned but attributed to John Obrisset; thought to have been previously owned by Admiral John Byng who in 1757 was court-martialled for failing to do his utmost to prevent his ship falling to the French and was sentenced to death and shot.Note we are advised that this box is illustrated in the book by Philip A S Philips, John Obrisset, Huguenot, carver, medallist, horn & tortoiseshell worker, & snuff-box maker plate 86.Provenance purchased from Horn Antiques, Audlem, Cheshire Mar 1991 Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
A late 18th century circular papier-mache box, the cover with a three dimensional tableau commemorating Federation of 14th July 1790, ( First anniversary of Bastille Day ). 6.5cm DiameterPart of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th century French tortoiseshell snuff box, the cover with portraits of Louise XIV and Maria Theresa. 6cm DiaProvenance purchased from Naphill Bucks, A & E Foster, Nov 1997Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Queen Anne oval tortoiseshell snuff box, the cover with pique cloute and pique pose foliate scrolls. The base inscribed George Servell 1708 in pique point. 8cm x 6.5cmProvenance purchased from Halcyon Days, Feb 1994Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th Century Cowrie shell snuff box , the hinged silver cover engraved with five figures rowing to a galleon with three distinctive structures on the stern, two other galleons and a dolphin. Makers mark, W.I to the inside of the cover. 8.5cmProvenance purchased Nicholas Shaw, Billingshurst, March 1999Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Oval straw work tabacco box, IT 1793 11cm X 7cm, and and oval brass tobacco box, the cover engraved Elijah being fed by crows the base with King David playing the harp. Inscribed Joseph Redford 1741, 10cm X 5.5cmPart of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th Century unmarked white metal heart shaped snuff box, the hinged cover engraved with the arms of the Speke family of Somerset 7.5cmProvenance purchased from Donohoe, London W1, February 1986 Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
18th Century unmarked gilt and white metal oval snuff box, the rock crystal cover opening to reveal a half hinged secondary cover with raised pheasant thumb piece and rock crystal base. 5cmProvenance purchased from Pauline Peretz, Long Melford, May 1986Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
George IV Britannia Standard engine turned silver snuff box, the inside cover inscribed, made of silver, the produce of the Wheal Betsy Mine in the Parish of Mary Tavy, Devon 1822, by Rebecca Emes and Edward Barnard, London 1821, 4.5 oz 7.5cmProvenance purchased from Brian R Bolt Aug 1992Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Victorian engine turned snuff box, the hinged cover with raised foliate border around an inscription, To Louis Hymans on his seventieth birthday. July 15th 1875, and Hebrew Script. By Thos Edwards, London 1856 4.5oz, 8.5cm.Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
Silver plated oval snuff box inscribed Tom Powell and dated 1901, an oval banded agate and white metal snuff box, a white metal snuff box with canted corners and inset agate panel and a carved and gilded oval tortoiseshell snuff box cover.Part of the Michael Shrubb (1934-2013) collection of snuff boxes. Michael Shrubb was a renowned ornithologist and author who investigated the effects of farming on British birds. He was born at Sidlesham near Chichester and in 1968 he moved to Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales and later to Aberdovey on the Welsh coast. For many years he edited Welsh bird report and Welsh birds and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Welsh ornithological Society. He was a co-founder of the Sussex Ornithological Society and served as a council member of the RSPB and of The British Trust for Ornithology.
A collection of vintage games and cards to include The Faraway Tree card game, Nursery Rhyme Snap, Cir-Q-Lar playing cards, Snakes & Ladders Card Game, 15 Puzzle, other cased cards, small playing cards. Together with a papier mache snuff, match box vesta , tea cards, postcard etc and other items
A late 19th century Russian silver and niello decorated snuff box, depicting a ploughing scene to the hinged lid enclosing gilt wash interior and with ornamental motifs, centred with circular vacant cartouche to the other side, assayer Vasily Aleksandrovich Petrov, Moscow 1884, maker's initials TD, 9 x 5cm, approx 2.5ozt (clip af).
A mixed lot to include a Japanese gilt decorated black lacquer table cabinet (slightly a/f), an art nouveau design Henry Loveridge & Co brass crumb catcher, a 19th Century burr wood snuff box tortoiseshell lined, a whale tooth, a Bohemian ruby glass mug foliate engraved 'Love the Giver', four late 19th Century glass spa beakers in woven cases, a 19th Century aesthetic painted silk fan, a Chinese silk fan, two Kodak folding cameras in leather cases, a pair of olive wood bookends etc.

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