largest: 6 x 4 inches
Estimate: $300 - $500
Price Realized:
$576
Includes buyer's premium
betel nut box with angel riding on a peacock, erotic monkey boxwood box, pierced wooden box with mirrors 1617 carved to bottom, wooden box with with Jesus, Mary, & Mary Magdalane carvings, castor bean box mounted with silver and engraved "JHH", oak "I give you the back of my hand" box, 18th century burl wood box with Geo Sinclair Honnington impression, applewood box with "Brunftruner" carved to top, nutshell with wood stopper and leather pull box
From the Collection of Marilyn Grossman
overall good condition, some general wear and cracks due to use and age, castor bean is cracked
Marilyn Grossman was a passionate collector and recognized authority on snuff boxes, frequently sought out for interviews by antique publications. Her love for art and culture spanned decades and encompassed various mediums. Thanks to her father, she grew up immersed in music and the arts, developing a deep appreciation for creativity. Her early training as a classical pianist, along with art lessons at the Art Institute of Chicago, laid the foundation for her lifelong artistic journey.
Marilyn's true passion for collecting began in the 1960s with snuff boxes, which became her primary focus. Her collection, recognized as one of the most significant in the United States, grew to include over 800 pieces at its peak, with items sourced around the world from dealers, collectors, and auction houses such as Sotheby’s and Phillips.
Her diverse interests, from art and music to collecting, reflected her curiosity and commitment to exploring the world through creative and cultural expressions. This snuff box collection, built over decades of travel and discovery, remains a testament to her expertise and dedication to the arts.
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