Circular papier mache snuff box with detachable lid
- Made:
- 1801-1890
Circular papier mache snuff box with detachable lid, with illustration of eye, ear, and padlocked lips, English, 1801-1890
Snuff is finely powdered tobacco which was snorted or rubbed on to the gums and well-liked for its aroma, taste and stimulating nicotine boost. It was also believed to ward off colds, be good for ear, nose and throat problems and stop snoring.
Details
- Category:
- Smoking
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A25642
- Materials:
- papier mache
- Measurements:
-
overall: 21 mm 96 mm, .057 kg
- type:
- snuff boxes
- credit:
- Loan, Wellcome Trust
