Mid 19th Century sarcophagus formed lead tobacco box with a brass whippet / greyhound dog figural finial. It is English in origin and would be a handsome desk catchall.. These tobacco keepers were designed to hold an wealthy owner's loose tobacco.
Dimensions: 4.5” Length x 3.5” Width x 6.5” Height
Condition is very good, light wear
Mid 19th Century sarcophagus formed lead tobacco box with a brass whippet / greyhound dog figural finial. It is English in origin and would be a handsome desk catchall.. These tobacco keepers were designed to hold an wealthy owner's loose tobacco.
Dimensions: 4.5” Length x 3.5” Width x 6.5” Height
Condition is very good, light wear