S/3706 Antique Treen 19th Century Pop Up Serpent in Mahogany Box

A small mahogany box with a sliding lid, that when opened activates a pop up serpent with fangs, eyes and mouth. It is a good after dinner amusement surprise. The box has a dark rich colour and retains a patination.

Sold 3½ in. (9 cm.) Wide
1½ in. (4 cm.) Deep
2½ in. (6.5 cm.) High
English Circa 1840