An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and erotica enamel vesta case; an addition to our range of collectable silver cases

This exceptional antique Victorian vesta case in sterling silver has a plain rectangular form with rounded sides.

The body of the case is ornamented with a fine and impressive rectangular enamel panel depicting a nude female character amidst her scattered clothing on the bank of a river, lined with trees and foliage.

The case is fitted with a plain hallmarked hinged cover with incorporated thumbpiece.

This impressive silver vesta case has a serrated panel/match striker to the underside.

The posterior surface and rounded sides of this impressive vesta are plain and unembellished.

This antique vesta case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.

The enamel is in perfeCt condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the vesta case and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique Victorian silverware.

Length 4.1cm/1.6"

Width 3.3cm/1.3"

Height 0.9cm/0.4"

0.7 troy ounce/21.9g

Date: 1887

Origin: Birmingham, England

Maker: Untraced Maker's Marks