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Japanese Meiji Silver & Mixed Metal Cigarette Box

About the Item

A fine Japanese Meiji silver and mixed metal cigarette box with bird and foliate decoration on the cover, signed on cover, and ebonized wooden interior, dating to the late 19th/early 20th century in very good overall condition, with slight tarnish visible, other surface imperfections, and light wear commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 2 in H x 5.25 in W x 4 in D. Ref: 8
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Silver,Wood,Ebonized,Hand-Crafted,Plated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa late 19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good overall condition, with slight tarnish visible, other surface imperfections, and light wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 101951stDibs: LU933939187472
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