Vesta case - .833 silver - Art Nouveau
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An Art Nouveau silver vesta case from Portugal, circa 1850–1900, in .833 silver, measuring 5.0 cm by 4.0 cm by 4.0 cm and weighing 17.69 g, featuring a relief of a young woman in profile holding a cigarette with a hinged lid, suspension ring and a textured striking surface, in good condition with minor signs of ageing.
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A beautiful and charming Art Nouveau silver vesta case, featuring an elegant female figure in relief, surrounded by flowing, sinuous lines characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
The front depicts a young woman in profile, holding a cigarette delicately between her fingers, with her hair arranged in an elaborate updo. Graceful, swirling lines evoke rising cigarette smoke and blend harmoniously with the flowing contours of her hair and clothing.
The composition beautifully captures the elegance and femininity associated with the Art Nouveau movement, making this piece particularly attractive to collectors of antique silver and decorative smoking accessories.
The rectangular case features a hinged lid, a suspension ring for attachment to a watch chain or chatelaine, and a textured striking surface along the lower edge for lighting matches.
Dimension: 5.0x4.0cm
Weight: 17.69g
Condition
The piece shows signs of age and use, including minor surface scratches and a natural patina.
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
A beautiful and charming Art Nouveau silver vesta case, featuring an elegant female figure in relief, surrounded by flowing, sinuous lines characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
The front depicts a young woman in profile, holding a cigarette delicately between her fingers, with her hair arranged in an elaborate updo. Graceful, swirling lines evoke rising cigarette smoke and blend harmoniously with the flowing contours of her hair and clothing.
The composition beautifully captures the elegance and femininity associated with the Art Nouveau movement, making this piece particularly attractive to collectors of antique silver and decorative smoking accessories.
The rectangular case features a hinged lid, a suspension ring for attachment to a watch chain or chatelaine, and a textured striking surface along the lower edge for lighting matches.
Dimension: 5.0x4.0cm
Weight: 17.69g
Condition
The piece shows signs of age and use, including minor surface scratches and a natural patina.
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
17.69 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Art Nouveau
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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