Lot 216

Frederick Shields (1833-1911) An Arts and Crafts copper and enamelled casket,

Auction: 21 April 2004 at 12:00 BST
£1,880
Description
of rectangular form, the hinged lid inset with enamelled panel depicting a faun playing pipes whilst sheep graze, the hinged clasp set with enamel cabochon and worked with interwoven leafy tendrils, the whole opening to reveal a wood lined interior, the angles with applied tapered brackets and riveted decoration, with an ashtray drawer to the front, stamped monogram to lid and clasp
Dimensions
16cm wide, 9cm high, 9.5cm deep
