The piece features a rounded square-shaped body crafted of Alpaca (a copper/nickel/zinc-based alloy that imitates sterling silver but is much stronger), with vermeil-like interior. The front cover features a beautiful hand-painted enamel portrait of an elegant and mysterious woman with seductive dark eyes and pale rosy complexion. She wears a luxurious fur coat and large hat. She was perhaps a wealthy gentleman's sweetheart, who commissioned the cigarette case so as to have her portrait with him. Case presents well and is in good antique condition, with minor wear, scuffing, tarnish/oxidation and patina commensurate with age.
This elegant and wonderful enamel case will make a fine addition to any antique cigarette case and art deco collection.. Dimensions: 3-3/8" in height, 3-1/8" in width, 3/8 in depth. Item(s) will be professionally packed to prevent damage in transit. Feel welcome to message us with further questions or requests for more images, and thank you for looking!
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