Cigar box - Splendid cigar humidor - Wood
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Antique wooden cigar chest from France, dating to the early 20th century, with an oak‑slat exterior and original interior cigar shelves.
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Exceptional mechanical cigar chest in the shape of a domed trunk from the early 20th century, designed in the Troubadour or Neo-Gothic taste. Its exterior structure in oak slats is assembled with antique nails (one nail is missing) and adorned with blackened metal hinges. The center of the lid hosts a very handsome elongated leather-embossed badge, repoussé, depicting an eagle with outstretched wings set within a diamond.
Mechanism and Interior:The case opens from the bottom thanks to a long brass piano hinge. The front panel tilts forward to reveal an ingenious system of interior slide shelves in a stepped arrangement. A remarkable feature for collectors: the item is strictly complete. It possesses all its original horizontal-slotted shelves to hold cigars, as well as its antique key. WARNING, the key DOES NOT WORK; it closes but then cannot be reopened—likely a adjustment to be made, so you will receive it open, with a non-functional key for decoration.
It also has at the underside of the lid a replica of a precious local history document found preserved inside: a handwritten poem from the period titled “For the Fatherland – To the Bretons who died in 1870-71.” Written in the form of a dialog cantata to honor the memory of Breton soldiers of the Franco-Prussian War, the paper has been intentionally burned along its margins by the family to give it the appearance of a commemorative parchment.
A collectible and coveted object that will delight your interior.
Happy bidding to all.
As with all my items auctioned on this site, this wonder has undergone no cleaning (just dusting) nor modification since purchase; thus a light cleaning may be advisable to restore its panache. Look carefully at the photos which are part of the description. Any damage not mentioned in the text but visible in the photos is considered described.
No shipments outside the EU; if you are outside the European Union you may bid on one of my lots however no claims will be possible in case of transport trouble. Given the new import/export regulation to the USA there will be no shipment to that country.
Professional careful shipping, with signature and insurance.
Seller's Story
Passionate about flea markets, and antiques of all kinds since my childhood, I was already selling on this site as an individual, the joy and kindness of the buyers made me understand that it was the right time to get started in my small business, I pay particular attention to the lots offered in order to be able to satisfy you, all my objects benefit from a very light cleaning and no restoration so that you can judge for yourself their quality and condition, so good auction to all and see you soon I hope
Translated by Google TranslateExceptional mechanical cigar chest in the shape of a domed trunk from the early 20th century, designed in the Troubadour or Neo-Gothic taste. Its exterior structure in oak slats is assembled with antique nails (one nail is missing) and adorned with blackened metal hinges. The center of the lid hosts a very handsome elongated leather-embossed badge, repoussé, depicting an eagle with outstretched wings set within a diamond.
Mechanism and Interior:The case opens from the bottom thanks to a long brass piano hinge. The front panel tilts forward to reveal an ingenious system of interior slide shelves in a stepped arrangement. A remarkable feature for collectors: the item is strictly complete. It possesses all its original horizontal-slotted shelves to hold cigars, as well as its antique key. WARNING, the key DOES NOT WORK; it closes but then cannot be reopened—likely a adjustment to be made, so you will receive it open, with a non-functional key for decoration.
It also has at the underside of the lid a replica of a precious local history document found preserved inside: a handwritten poem from the period titled “For the Fatherland – To the Bretons who died in 1870-71.” Written in the form of a dialog cantata to honor the memory of Breton soldiers of the Franco-Prussian War, the paper has been intentionally burned along its margins by the family to give it the appearance of a commemorative parchment.
A collectible and coveted object that will delight your interior.
Happy bidding to all.
As with all my items auctioned on this site, this wonder has undergone no cleaning (just dusting) nor modification since purchase; thus a light cleaning may be advisable to restore its panache. Look carefully at the photos which are part of the description. Any damage not mentioned in the text but visible in the photos is considered described.
No shipments outside the EU; if you are outside the European Union you may bid on one of my lots however no claims will be possible in case of transport trouble. Given the new import/export regulation to the USA there will be no shipment to that country.
Professional careful shipping, with signature and insurance.
Seller's Story
Passionate about flea markets, and antiques of all kinds since my childhood, I was already selling on this site as an individual, the joy and kindness of the buyers made me understand that it was the right time to get started in my small business, I pay particular attention to the lots offered in order to be able to satisfy you, all my objects benefit from a very light cleaning and no restoration so that you can judge for yourself their quality and condition, so good auction to all and see you soon I hope
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Model
Splendid cigar humidor
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
34.5 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
21 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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