Reuge - Musical cigarette dispenser - carillon floral decorations - Alloy, Brass, Velvet - ornamented double melody
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Selected by Elena Napoleone
Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Reuge flower-decorated temple-style cigarette case with a mechanical opening and double melodies, dating to 1970–1980, made in Italy from brass alloy and velvet, measuring 34 cm high by 18 cm square and weighing 2 kg in good used condition.
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**Reuge – Musical cigarette case in the form of a temple with mechanical opening and floral decorations**
Refined cigarette case with Reuge carillon, conceived as a small circular temple: an object where practical function becomes spectacle, between music, movement and decorative details.
The structure alternates ivory-colored panels, adorned with bouquets of multicolored flowers, with fluted columns and gilded frames. The floral decoration continues on the base and the lid, crowned by a small winged cherub with a stringed instrument. Mask-like feet complete the ensemble, with a classical and theatrical flair.
The mechanism allows the panels to open, revealing the cigarette holders on the inner side and a second small singing cherub in the center. The transition from the closed to the open form makes this object particularly fascinating as a display piece as well.
The label on the bottom bears the melodies **“Le Danube bleu”** and **“Vienne, ville de mes rêves”**, respectively The Blue Danube and Vienna, City of My Dreams.
**Dimensions:** H 26 × 17 × 17 cm.
**Weight:** 1.7 kg.
**Condition:** carillon and opening mechanism functioning. Shows signs of age, patina and oxidations on the metal parts, with wear to the gilded finishes, as visible in the photographs. The patina has been preserved, leaving to the buyer the choice of any cleaning interventions. The photographs are an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Welcome to a fascinating journey into the beating heart of the 20th century, where the objects that animated that era are transformed into custodians of timeless stories, passions and emotions in a journey that combines the elegance of antiques with the unmistakable charm of vintage.
From a land rich in traditions like Italy, and in particular from the vibrant South, I dedicate myself with passion to the search for unique finds, authentic witnesses of a century full of history and innovation.
Every object, whether it is an antique piece of furniture or a rare vintage item, carries with it stories and emotions, evoking memories of a time that continues to inspire.
Translated by Google Translate**Reuge – Musical cigarette case in the form of a temple with mechanical opening and floral decorations**
Refined cigarette case with Reuge carillon, conceived as a small circular temple: an object where practical function becomes spectacle, between music, movement and decorative details.
The structure alternates ivory-colored panels, adorned with bouquets of multicolored flowers, with fluted columns and gilded frames. The floral decoration continues on the base and the lid, crowned by a small winged cherub with a stringed instrument. Mask-like feet complete the ensemble, with a classical and theatrical flair.
The mechanism allows the panels to open, revealing the cigarette holders on the inner side and a second small singing cherub in the center. The transition from the closed to the open form makes this object particularly fascinating as a display piece as well.
The label on the bottom bears the melodies **“Le Danube bleu”** and **“Vienne, ville de mes rêves”**, respectively The Blue Danube and Vienna, City of My Dreams.
**Dimensions:** H 26 × 17 × 17 cm.
**Weight:** 1.7 kg.
**Condition:** carillon and opening mechanism functioning. Shows signs of age, patina and oxidations on the metal parts, with wear to the gilded finishes, as visible in the photographs. The patina has been preserved, leaving to the buyer the choice of any cleaning interventions. The photographs are an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Welcome to a fascinating journey into the beating heart of the 20th century, where the objects that animated that era are transformed into custodians of timeless stories, passions and emotions in a journey that combines the elegance of antiques with the unmistakable charm of vintage.
From a land rich in traditions like Italy, and in particular from the vibrant South, I dedicate myself with passion to the search for unique finds, authentic witnesses of a century full of history and innovation.
Every object, whether it is an antique piece of furniture or a rare vintage item, carries with it stories and emotions, evoking memories of a time that continues to inspire.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
2 kg
Title additional information
ornamented double melody
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
Reuge
Material
Alloy, Brass, Velvet
Model
carillon floral decorations
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
34 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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