Photo of collection object Snuffbox — Barrière, Jean-Joseph. Snuffbox, 1769–70. Gold, enamel, Overall: 1 5/8 × 3 5/16 × 2 1/2 in. (4.1 × 8.4 × 6.4 cm). Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917, 17.190.1211. public-domain.

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Snuffbox

1769–70

Jean-Joseph Barrière

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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Maker/Artist: Barrière, Jean-Joseph
Classification: Metalwork, Goldwork
Formatted Medium: Gold, enamel
Medium: Gold, enamel
Dimensions: Overall: 1 5/8 × 3 5/16 × 2 1/2 in. (4.1 × 8.4 × 6.4 cm)
Departments: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Accession Number: 17.190.1211
Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Rights Statement: public-domain
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