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Finnigans 1932 London Art Deco Enamel Case Box With Racing Car In .925 Sterling

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Art deco Enamel case designed by Finnigans Limited. This extraordinary and beautiful cased-box, was created in London England during the Art Deco period. Has a great provenance and was designed by the famous silversmiths and retail store of Finnigans Limited, back in the 1932. The thematic of this box is rare and very popular. Has been crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver standard with gilded interiors. The case has been made in a cushioned compact shape with eight barrels hinge and a push pressure thumb. The main panel on top is illustrated with a landscape scene and a Formula-1 racing red car, with the number L6, all realized with polychrome enamels. The reverse is embellished with engine turned guilloche decorations. This fine piece is masterfully worked with extreme details and is a very especial example for any collector, or a wonderful gift for someone special. It is in perfect preserved condition. Weight: 135.98 Grams, (87.16 Dwt). Measurements: 85 mm by 111.3 mm by 8 mm (3.35 x 4.38 x 0.11 Inches). Hallmarks: Both parts are Stamped with British marks; the mark of the lion for the city of London, the maker's mark Fs.Ld associated to Finnigans Limited, the Gothic letter R for the production year 1932, and signed, "FINNIGANS LTD. LONDON". Finnigans Limited The House of Finnigans was founded by Brian Finnigan in 1830. Brian Finnigan established the house as a sole proprietor and opened a workshop in Newton Street Mill. They was a department store which started as a trunk maker in Manchester and later expanded to Liverpool and London. Later in 1875, his son Benjamin Finnigans opened a Finnigans shop in Market Street. Finnigans soon became famous for its high-quality leather goods and saddlery. They was very famous for his luxury luggage and trunks, Later they open another retail store in New Bond Street in London. The House of Finnigans, also manufactured and produced a wide range of luxury products, including trunks, bags, fashion, jewelry, timepieces, and silverware. Provenance: The collection of Count da Povoa, Lisbon Portugal. Veritas Art Auctioneers 2021, Lot-893 Lisbon Portugal. Mr. Roberto Poser, Setubal Portugal. Acquired in August 2023. The Guilloché Technique Is a term used in fine jewelry or objects de Vertu to enhance the appearance of boxes, frames, brooches, rings or pendants. Guilloché enamel refers to metal pieces that have been given the Guilloché treatment and then covered with a translucent layer of enamel, giving the geometric patterns underneath the enamel a colorful hue. Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry pouch. Condition: The overall condition of this case is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. The enameled panel is secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D082729FRSR/4.031
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.12 in (3.05 mm)Width: 4.58 in (11.64 cm)Depth: 3.35 in (8.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1932
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this case is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. The enameled panel is secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D082729FRSR/4.0311stDibs: LU8303236031792
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