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Pair, Italian Tooled Leather & Pietra Dura "Cigar" Motif Tobacco Boxes

About the Item

Italian, early to mid 20th century. A pair of leather boxes, each having tooled gilt leather to the border of a finely inlaid Pietra Dura top. The tops set with various semi-precious stones including marbles, lapis, malachite and more. Unmarked.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear commensurate with age and use. One box with damage to edge as shown. Both with scattered scratches and wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838237215912

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