Who created "Snuffbox"?

Snuffbox was created by Daniel Baudesson in ca. 1755.

When was "Snuffbox" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1755.

What medium is "Snuffbox"?

Snuffbox is Gold, mother-of-pearl, ivory, diamonds.

Is "Snuffbox" in the public domain?

Yes, Snuffbox is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Snuffbox

Daniel Baudesson

ca. 1755

Medium

Gold, mother-of-pearl, ivory, diamonds

Dimensions

Overall: 1 5/8 × 3 1/4 × 2 5/8 in. (4.1 × 8.3 × 6.7 cm)

Classification

Metalwork-Gold and Platinum

Culture

German, Berlin

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917

Accession Number

17.190.1239

Tags

BoysMenWomenMusicians

Art Historical Context

This exquisite snuffbox, crafted around 1755 by Berlin goldsmith Daniel Baudesson exemplifies the opulent metalwork of mid-18th-century Prussia. Produced in the thriving workshops of Berlin under Frederick the Great's patronage such luxury objects were coveted accessories for the aristocracy, doubling as portable conversation pieces. Baudesson's piece reflects the Rococo style's love for intricate ornamentation and playful themes, likely featuring vignettes of musicians alongside boys, men, and—evoking the era's vibrant courtly entertainments. Masterfully constructed from gold, mother-of-pear...

Snuffbox

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