first half of the 19th Century. A reclining putto on a pillow. Painted and gilded decoration. The larger one has an interior that holds a sand and inkwell. Measurement 11.5x9 cm. Measruement the smaller box 8x6 cm.
A few chips to both, one putti missing an arrow. The smaller box with repair/retouches to the face of the putto.
Compare a similar sold at Chrisities. December, South Kensington. 2009. lot no 110.