Nr. 107552853

B.E.P.W.F. - Aschenbecher (2) - 7091 - .800 Silber, .925 Silber
Nr. 107552853

B.E.P.W.F. - Aschenbecher (2) - 7091 - .800 Silber, .925 Silber
An unusual collection of two Art Deco cigar-smoking accessories dating from approximately 1920–1930, comprising a German silver-mounted crystal ashtray and a Swedish sterling silver cigar cutter. Both pieces feature natural African warthog tusks, creating a distinctive combination of precious metal, cut crystal and organic materials.
The ashtray was manufactured by B.E.P.W.F. (Berliner Elektro Plated Waren Fabrik) in Germany. Its broad, shallow bowl is made of clear crystal, carefully cut with radiating facets that form a star-shaped pattern when viewed from below. The crystal is enclosed by a shaped silver collar that follows the rounded form of the bowl.
Two smooth silver rests are attached to one side of the collar, originally intended to hold cigars or larger cigarettes. On the opposite side is an impressive curved warthog tusk, forming a sculptural handle above the crystal bowl. The tusk is secured with silver fittings, bringing together the restrained geometric design of the ashtray and the natural curvature of the material.
The silver collar bears German hallmarks, including the crescent and crown, the 800 silver standard, the manufacturer's mark B.E.P.W.F. and the model number 7091.
The ashtray measures 22 cm in diameter and 12 cm in height.
The accompanying cigar cutter is a separate Swedish-made piece from the same period. It consists of a naturally curved warthog tusk fitted with a silver mounting and a steel guillotine cutting mechanism. The silver fitting has a smooth, understated design that contrasts with the natural shape and texture of the tusk.
The silver mounting is engraved with the initials PO in decorative lettering and bears several hallmarks, including 925S, the silversmith's initials WG, the Swedish national three-crowns mark and the letter S within a hexagon.
The cutter measures 17.5 cm in length.
Both objects are representative of the taste for unusual natural materials and carefully crafted accessories during the early decades of the twentieth century. Their design reflects a period when cigar smoking was closely associated with private clubs, formal gatherings and the culture of refined personal accessories.
Although produced by different makers, the two pieces complement each other in period, purpose and materials. They are offered together as a collection rather than described as an original factory-matched set.
Both pieces are documented as being in very good antique condition, with signs of age and use consistent with their history.
The collection comes from a private family collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and a historical assessment issued by Galeria J in Łódź, Poland. The documentation identifies the manufacturers' marks, silver standards, materials and approximate period of manufacture.
A distinctive pair of early Art Deco cigar accessories, combining German and Swedish silver craftsmanship with cut crystal and natural warthog tusks.
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