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A fine early 19th century carved Scottish "Bobbie Burns" tobacco box circa 1796-1810

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Bobbie Burns (1759-1796) is considered to be Scotland's "Greatest Scot" as well as the national poet of Scotland. Among other things he wrote "Auld Lang Syne" and "Tam O Shanter." The box is carved with a scene from the life of Bobbie Burns and features rams and dogs as well. The box is carved on all 6 sides and measures 6.5" by 3.5" by 2.5".

Category
Antique Boxes, Nantucket Baskets, Books
Item No.
KFA-2266