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Patch box: M.17-1981

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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Description

Enamel on copper with gilt metal mounts; oval , the lid inscribed 'A Trifle / from / CAMBRIDGE'

Enamel on copper with gilt metal mounts; oval with slightly bombé fluted sides and hinged slightly domed lid. The lid is enamelled in white on which is transfer printed an oval cartouche of sprigs tied at the top with a ribbon, containing the inscription 'A Trifle / from / CAMBRIDGE'. The sides and base of the box are enamelled green, and the interior is enamelled white with a mirror fitted in the lid.

Legal notes

Given by P.C. Stockbridge, Esq.

Measurements and weight

Height: 2.5 cm
Length: 4.4 cm
Width: 3.6 cm

Place(s) associated

  • Bilston ⪼ Staffordshire ⪼ England

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1981-06-20) by Stockbridge, P. C.

Dating

18th Century, Late
Circa 1790 CE - 1800 CE

School or Style

English

Components of the work

Surface composed of enamel
Box composed of copper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: A Trifle / from / CAMBRIDGE
  • Location: On the lid
  • Method of creation: Transfer printed

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.17-1981
Primary reference Number: 156368
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Thursday 1 November 2012 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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