Stobwasser lacquered papier mache rectangular tobacco box having hinged top with finely painted interior scene depicting a quartet singing around piano with a seated audience. One seated female figure is holding the hand of a small African American child. Interior writing on the lid reads "Le quatuor Madou" (the quartet) and the interior base reads "Stobwasser Sabrih Braunschweig" . 1 1/8" H x 4 3/4" W x 3 1/4" D. German, 19th century. Condition: Overall minute cracklure. Scattered minor brusing/pitting to exterior. CONDITION: Overall minute cracquelure. Scattered minor brusing/pitting to exterior.