Snuffbox with cipher of William IV of the United Kingdom of Great Britian and Ireland
John Northam
1825–26 · Gold, diamonds, enamel · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
WR IV crowned is the monogram of King William IV (born 1765, reigned 1830-37). This otherwise plain box was embellished with an encrusted plaque bearing his monogram; the border combines roses, thistles, and shamrocks. The box was presented to Henry George Scholtz, British consul at Lisbon (1828–34) and the grandfather of the donor's husband.
- Artist
- John Northam
- Date
- 1825–26
- Medium
- Gold, diamonds, enamel
- Culture
- British, London
- Department
- European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Henry G. Scholtz, 1946
