Box - Double opening - Mahogany

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Description from the seller

It is a cigarette case that preserves all the sober, elegant, and functional finesse of Victorian style, but with that warm touch that only well-worked mahogany can offer. At first glance it conveys solidity and refinement: the wood, with its deep, satin grain, speaks of an object meant to last and to accompany its owner in daily life, not as a simple accessory, but as a small symbol of status.

The double design reveals a very practical intention typical of the 19th century, when smoking was a social ritual and cigarette cases became objects of constant use. When opened, the interior structure shows meticulous, almost engineering-like organization that allows cigarettes to be stored in an orderly and protected way. The elastic bands —a detail that combines utility and discretion— hold the contents without subtracting beauty from the whole.

The exterior maintains that Victorian aesthetic that blends sobriety with a taste for well-executed details. The straight lines, softly rounded edges, and balanced proportions speak of a craftsman who knew his craft and sought an elegant result without resorting to ostentation. The mahogany, so valued at the time for its durability and reddish tone, provides a warm presence that contrasts with the interior's precision.

Taken together, it is a piece that reflects a way of life: care for personal objects, the importance of ritual, and the discreet beauty of well-made accessories. A cigarette case that not only fulfilled its function but accompanied the owner as a small everyday luxury.

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It is a cigarette case that preserves all the sober, elegant, and functional finesse of Victorian style, but with that warm touch that only well-worked mahogany can offer. At first glance it conveys solidity and refinement: the wood, with its deep, satin grain, speaks of an object meant to last and to accompany its owner in daily life, not as a simple accessory, but as a small symbol of status.

The double design reveals a very practical intention typical of the 19th century, when smoking was a social ritual and cigarette cases became objects of constant use. When opened, the interior structure shows meticulous, almost engineering-like organization that allows cigarettes to be stored in an orderly and protected way. The elastic bands —a detail that combines utility and discretion— hold the contents without subtracting beauty from the whole.

The exterior maintains that Victorian aesthetic that blends sobriety with a taste for well-executed details. The straight lines, softly rounded edges, and balanced proportions speak of a craftsman who knew his craft and sought an elegant result without resorting to ostentation. The mahogany, so valued at the time for its durability and reddish tone, provides a warm presence that contrasts with the interior's precision.

Taken together, it is a piece that reflects a way of life: care for personal objects, the importance of ritual, and the discreet beauty of well-made accessories. A cigarette case that not only fulfilled its function but accompanied the owner as a small everyday luxury.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

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Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Victorian
Wood type
Mahogany
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Wood
Model
Double opening
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SpainVerified
2836
Objects sold
90.24%
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