Initiation : Truth and Law. Freemasonry snuffbox, 19th century
Initiation : Truth and Law. Freemasonry snuffbox, 19th century
Moulded pressed horn snuffbox decorated with a Masonic scene depicting symbolic scene of Initiation.
In the center, an Apprentice, under square and compass, stands in order, framed by the columns of Jakin and Boaz. On the left, Truth holds up a mirror of truth and wisdom to Vanity/Trumpery, which is unmasked. On the right, the Law.
Good condition (micro accidents)
2.3 x 8.2 x 4.5 cm
A similar model is listed in the Musée de la Franc-maçonnerie (GODF collection, inv. A2.3a) and featured in Frédéric Künzi's L'art dans la Franc-maçonnerie. p. 220 (Ed. Favre, Paaris, 2011)
In the center, an Apprentice, under square and compass, stands in order, framed by the columns of Jakin and Boaz. On the left, Truth holds up a mirror of truth and wisdom to Vanity/Trumpery, which is unmasked. On the right, the Law.
Good condition (micro accidents)
2.3 x 8.2 x 4.5 cm
A similar model is listed in the Musée de la Franc-maçonnerie (GODF collection, inv. A2.3a) and featured in Frédéric Künzi's L'art dans la Franc-maçonnerie. p. 220 (Ed. Favre, Paaris, 2011)
