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Locket-form snuffbox

19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Locket-form snuffbox
  • Maker: Bliss Bros. Co.
  • Date: 19th century
  • Culture: American, Massachusetts, Attleboro
  • Medium: Silver
  • Dimensions: Height: 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Silver
  • Credit Line: Gift of Herbert K. Reis, in memory of Rose-Frances K. Reis (Mrs. Ralph A. Reis), 1983
  • Object Number: 1983.575.15
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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