Snuffbox 1808

Joseph Taylor’s "Snuffbox" (1808) is a small, silver box with intricate engraved designs. The box features a checkered pattern and a decorative border of stylized floral motifs on its surface. The simple, yet elegant, design of the snuffbox reflects the popular style of the early 19th century. These small containers were used to hold snuff, a powdered tobacco that was commonly used during this period. The piece is currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.