Pressed horn patch box, Hope, c. 1790.

‘Hope’, a pressed horn patch box, c. 1790. The circular cover, pressed with a continuous band of stylised flowerheads, amongst scrolls. To the centre is a gilt metal roundel, enamelled with a scene of Hope, on a rocky outcrop, looking out to ships at sea. She is seated upon a large package, holding an anchor, and surrounded by symbols of trade – packages and barrels. At her feet lies a caduceus, whilst a cockerel stands upon a barrel. Glazed.

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