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A rare and impressive painted leather black Jack Bombard. the…
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Perth
Date:
10-Dec-2014
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A rare and impressive painted leather black Jack Bombard. the black Jack dates from circa 16th century, with painted decoration later, likely in the 17th century, with a snuff taking theme illustration, depicting a variety of satirical characters and phrases associated with snuff taking. the base has painted phrase '_ _ _ ike My Pipe Before the Chew and As to Snuff That’s All Tish Shue'. The base underneath has a painted scroll motto with partial letters shown and initials 'R H' in the centre. Height 61 cm
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