Outstanding Victorian Silver Gilt Pot Pouree Box

This is an outstanding late Victorian antique silver pot pouree box. This lovely piece is of bow fronted shape with a fully cast and pierced lid featuring diamond shaped, flower studded fretwork, foliar and floral details. The lid is hinged and the sides of the body have a foliar repousse band of decoration. As a sign of superior quality, the inside of the base is fully gilded. Desirable pieces like this were used to scent cupboards or chests of drawers and were filled with violets, rose or other fragrant petals. They were also component parts of large travelling toiletry sets and are not easily found. A good collector's piece, both decorative and practical. Hallmarks:- Clear and readable Maker:- Samuel Jacob Date:- London 1900