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Tortoiseshell Bakelite Box

About the Item

Tortoise bakelite box. Vintage thirties Italian Boxing Federation cigarette box. Faux tortoise and yellow bakelite circular cigarette holder in the form of bound fasces with lid displaying Federazione Pugilistica Italiana medallion and fasces handle; a fascist era Italian cigarette box. Italy, circa 1930's Dimensions: 3.75" diameter x 5.5" H; 2.5 Interior diameter
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Diameter: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1084231551582

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