Early 19th C. Brass Vesta with Engraved Sun Shining Through Clouds carved wooden stoon which it might be

which it might be

Such a cheerful and charming needlepoint

and shows a little general soiling

equipping it for water landing

plus painted white stripes on the front columns and painted detailing on the front door

Early 19th C. Brass Vesta with Engraved Sun Shining Through Clouds carved wooden stoon which it might beI believe this was made to function as a vesta rather than as a snuff box, early 19th century European I believe. And a sun casting rays through the clouds seems just right to me as the imagery engraved on a case for matches made long before there was electricity let there be light! 2 3 4" x 1 1 2" x 3 4" and in very good condition, with just a couple of small spots to the brass, which I have not touched. Opens easily and closes tight and flush.