A fine (high quality) black lacquered papier mache snuffbox with a very rare subject matter beautifully and meticulously painted - a white woman applying make-up to a black woman as she looks into a looking glass. Early depictions of black people are usually overtly exploitive or political, this is entirely affectionate.

The painting is after the work of French Court miniaturist Louis-Marie Sicardi, titled, "MIRATE CHE BEL VISINO" (Behold What A Beautiful Little Face.")

Condition: Excellent with only minor edge dings and small amount of loss to the paint in the black woman's hair.

Price: SOLD

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