Two Victorian Papier-mâché Shell Inlaid Snuff Boxes, c1860-1880 from the second half of

from the second half of the 20th Century

It showcases a rich green patination and earthly encrustations on the bronze

Chen Qiaosheng has finally restored the Ming Dynasty Xuande furnace casting skills by visiting major museums

consistent with natural ageing of paper

Two Victorian Papier-mâché Shell Inlaid Snuff Boxes, c1860-1880 from the second half ofTwo Victorian Papier mch black lacquered snuff boxes, featuring hand cut and inlaid abalone shell decoration, c1860 1880. The lids affixed via a brass hinge, opening smoothly and closing nice and tight. A versatile craft technique with roots in ancient China, in which waste paper is shredded and mixed with water and a binder to produce a pulp ideal for modelling or moulding, which dries to a hard surface. The Victorians loved to experiment with new