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Handcrafted Mexico Mixed Metal Abalone Shell Desk Stash Trinket Cigarette Box

About the Item

Beautiful decorative handcrafted mixed metal and natural abalone shell tessellated tile inlay cigarette stash/trinket box. Made of "Alpaca" silver colored metal and has brass feet. The box has a wonderful form and design. The abalone shell in on the dome top and sides of the box. Great color from the abalone shell. Hand made and the top opens and closes as it should. Inside appears to be lined with some sort of rosewood. Condition is excellent. No missing pieces, no broken pieces, no chips and no repairs. Measures approx. 5 3/4" wide by 4" deep and 1 1/2" tall.
  • Attributed to:
    Los Castillos (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Width: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU887839873702

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