A Swiss 18k gold and micromosaic snuff box

representing scenes of the Roman rural life. The golden parts are finely elaborated with floral motifs and enamel decorations, goldsmith Jean-François Bautte (Geneva 1772 - 1837). The historical model of which was taken the inspiration for the cover of the box is probably a painting of Bartolomeo Pinelli (Rome 1781 - 1835). 2x8,5x6,5 cm. Bibliography: Micromosaici romani, Roberto Grieco , 2x8,5x6,5 cm cm.