A very charming French gilt metal box made in the form of a wheelbarrow. c 1870.
The metal is decorated with stylised leaves and the lid is set with a red glass stone. The shell thumb piece opens a little box and reveals a yellow silk lined interior with just enough space for a few rings or a thimble and spool of thread.
The whole sits on an alabaster base.
In excellent condition.
10.5 x 7 cm
approx. 4 x 2.75 inches
Stock no. HR26