Charming antique Art Nouveau cigarette holder, dating from the late 19th or very early 20th century.
A refined accessory, both a collector's item and a precious testament to the Belle Époque's art of living.
The body is made of silver, finely decorated with sinuous plant motifs, typical of Art Nouveau aesthetics.
The border is made of vermeil (gold on silver), as indicated by the inscription “or sur argent” (gold on silver) on the original case.
The mouthpiece, with its beautiful honey hue, is most likely made of natural amber. It shows old cracks, visible but perfectly consistent with its age and use.
The cigarette holder is kept in its original leather case, with a green velvet interior, a beautiful setting that further enhances its charm.
Please note:
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a small discreet dent on the silver
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cracked amber mouthpiece (patina of time, without breakage)
Dimensions:
Length: 7.7 cm
Diameter: 1.1 cm
Weight: 2.95 g
Period: circa 1900
Materials: silver, vermeil (gold on silver), presumed amber
Condition: good antique condition, with traces of use and original patina
An elegant object, rare with its case, ideal for a collector or to enrich a display dedicated to Art Nouveau and antique toilet accessories.
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