Sold for:
$2,600
$2,600
Morrison Pill Box. Maker unknown (likely American), ca. 1880. Mechanically operated nickel plated brass vase which accommodates a red wooden ball 2 ¾" in diameter. Removed from the vase, the ball vanishes, only to reappear inside. Vase stands 7 ¼" high. Light wear as expected and paint around edges of shells worn, otherwise good condition. Though countless examples of this classic effect made from hardwoods have been produced, very few metal, nickel-plated versions are known.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2009-04-26
