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A rare 18th century Belgium pen-work box, interior fitted with…
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Melbourne
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3-Mar-2019
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A rare 18th century Belgium pen-work box, interior fitted with four additional boxes, inscribed 'La Place De Sea Et La Fountaine Du Pounon, 1773'. Pouhon was famed for its mineral springs and associated spas visited by the aristocracy and wealthy middle classes in the 18th century, the four internal boxes are all adorned with scenes of various local spas including 'La Geronsterre', 'La Tonneley', 'Le Watroz', and 'La Suaveniere'. With original key and ivory tag. 6.5 cm high, 19 cm wide, 15 cm deep
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Small Wooden Items: Boxes - Writing, Sewing, etc.