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Bilston enamel box
Unknown artist, 1770–1775
The lid is inscribed: 'A Trifle from Egham'. A mirror inside the lid indicates it was a patch box.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Bilston enamel box, 1770–1775
Date supported
1974
Medium and material
Enamel
Dimensions
2 x 2 cm
Grant
54
Total cost
54
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