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Sleek 1930s Art Deco Shagreen Cigarette Case with Golden Interior

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Sleek 1930s Art Deco Shagreen Cigarette Case with Golden Interior This sleek Art Deco shagreen cigarette case epitomizes the understated elegance and refinement of 1930s luxury design. With its thin, square silhouette, gilded interior, and simple elastic band to secure fine cigarettes, this piece captures the modern sophistication that defined the Art Deco era. The opening clasp bears an indistinct maker’s mark, hinting at a high-quality European origin. The exterior is clad in a beautiful antique green shagreen, the distinctive textured skin of the stingray prized for its tactile, pebbled surface and subtle, organic sheen. Shagreen was one of the most coveted materials of the 1920s and 1930s, favored by luxury designers such as Jean-Michel Frank, Paul Iribe, and André Groult. Its unique texture and luminous finish made it a hallmark of refinement, used on everything from jewelry boxes and desk sets to vanity accessories and cigarette cases. Owning a shagreen cigarette case during the Art Deco period was a true status symbol, signifying cosmopolitan taste and an appreciation for the marriage of natural materials and modern design. Today, these cases remain highly collectible, admired for their artistry, craftsmanship, and timeless glamour. This example retains its rich antique green coloration, with a small area of loss to the shagreen at the top (approx. 5/8" x 1/8") and minor separation consistent with age and use. The interior gold finish remains beautifully intact, displaying the quality of workmanship that defined the period.

Dimensions:
Height: 3.44 in (8.74 cm)Width: 3.32 in (8.44 cm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Metal,Shagreen
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
1920's
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Loss to shagreen at top measuring 5/8" x 1/8" with some separation.
Seller Location:
Red Lion, PA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU10258246929652