Box in the shape of a tomb in gilded silver and polychrome painted enamel plates. Flower decoration (anemones, narcissus, roses, periwinkle and ranunculus) on a black background; oval cartouche on the lid with a flaming heart framed by bows and quivers accompanied by a banner bearing the inscription mal se le encubre lall ama. alcorason que bien ama (evil is hidden from the one who loves.
to the heart that loves well); movable handles on the sides.
Spain, mid 17th century
Height: 3.6 cm - Length: 7.7 cm - Depth: 4.3 cm - Gross weight: 136 g (minor enamel flaws and restorations)
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