Cigarette box - Mahogany - Victoria cigar box
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20th century mahogany cigar box from the United Kingdom with a double-opening design for cigarette display, brown in colour, 18 × 14 × 12 cm, in good used condition with small signs of aging, titled Boîte à cigares Victoria.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful Victorian oak double-opening box for cigarette displays.
A small symbol of social status:
The dual design reveals a very practical intention unique to the 19th century, when smoking was a social ritual and cigarette cases became items for constant use. By opening it, the interior structure shows meticulous organization, almost engineering-like, allowing the cigarettes to be stored neatly and protected. The elastic bands are a detail that combines utility with discretion—they hold the contents without diminishing the overall beauty.
The exterior maintains this Victorian aesthetic that blends sobriety with a taste for well-executed details. The straight lines, slightly rounded edges, and balanced proportions testify to a craftsman who knew his trade and sought an elegant result without ostentation. Mahogany was highly valued at the time for its resilience and reddish hue.
Good general condition
18x14x12 cm
The photos are an integral part of the description
Some signs of wear due to the object's age
Circa 1890
Careful and fast shipping
Very beautiful Victorian oak double-opening box for cigarette displays.
A small symbol of social status:
The dual design reveals a very practical intention unique to the 19th century, when smoking was a social ritual and cigarette cases became items for constant use. By opening it, the interior structure shows meticulous organization, almost engineering-like, allowing the cigarettes to be stored neatly and protected. The elastic bands are a detail that combines utility with discretion—they hold the contents without diminishing the overall beauty.
The exterior maintains this Victorian aesthetic that blends sobriety with a taste for well-executed details. The straight lines, slightly rounded edges, and balanced proportions testify to a craftsman who knew his trade and sought an elegant result without ostentation. Mahogany was highly valued at the time for its resilience and reddish hue.
Good general condition
18x14x12 cm
The photos are an integral part of the description
Some signs of wear due to the object's age
Circa 1890
Careful and fast shipping
Details
Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Mahogany
Title additional information
Victoria cigar box
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Wood
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
18 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
20th century
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