An English George III 18k gold and faux agate nécessaire, rectangular form, Rococo scrolling cagework chased with rocailles, flowers and birds, enclosing striated glass panels, garnet pushpiece, white enamel band inscribed "Rien n'ést trop bon pour ce qu’on aime”, interior with e.g. two scent bottles, enamel-framed mirror, pencil, razor, tweezers, spoon and penknife, the lid mirror-lined. Apparently unmarked. London, c. 1765. H. 6.2 cm.

Antiques – decorative art, furniture and carpets, 11 June 2024

Collector's items

40,000–50,000 DKK