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Tessellated Abalone Shell Brass Inlaid Cigarette Tobacco Trinket Box Mexico

$150
£113.54
€130.23
CA$210.84
A$232.03
CHF 121.67
MX$2,815.89
NOK 1,520.90
SEK 1,439.87
DKK 972.27

About the Item

1950s mahogany lined brass and tessellated abalone cigarette box from Mexico.
  • Similar to:
    Pepe Mendoza (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.13 in (2.88 cm)Width: 4.13 in (10.5 cm)Depth: 3.13 in (7.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5767242909132

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