Cigarette box - Metal, Galalite tortoiseshell effect

Opens 20 April
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Michel Karis
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Selected by Michel Karis

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Estimate  € 130 - € 200
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Description from the seller

Vintage cigarette case from the 1940s. Made of galalite with a tortoiseshell effect, interior with a gold-tone finish, elastic cords in excellent condition. The lid is decorated with a gold drawing in Art Deco style and engravings. Italian production. Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.5 cm, thickness 1.5 cm. Total weight – 67 g. A collectible item to appreciate its beauty and uniqueness, highlighting the vintage material as a symbol of a bygone era. Excellent condition. Insured and trackable shipping.

Vintage cigarette case from the 1940s. Made of galalite with a tortoiseshell effect, interior with a gold-tone finish, elastic cords in excellent condition. The lid is decorated with a gold drawing in Art Deco style and engravings. Italian production. Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.5 cm, thickness 1.5 cm. Total weight – 67 g. A collectible item to appreciate its beauty and uniqueness, highlighting the vintage material as a symbol of a bygone era. Excellent condition. Insured and trackable shipping.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Galalite tortoiseshell effect, Metal
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
1.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
Sold by
ItalyVerified
712
Objects sold
94.74%
Private

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