Art Deco cigarette case in amber-colored material and gilded metal

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Antique Art Deco cigarette case, with translucent amber plates and a gilded metal frame, featuring a geometric design with parallel lines. A neat pocket piece, typical of elegant accessories from the interwar period.

Description

Rectangular case with hinged opening, designed to hold cigarettes. The exterior features a beautiful warm and nuanced amber hue, with a depth effect reminiscent of the decorative synthetic materials used in the 1920s-1930s.

The gilded metal frame highlights the edges and clasp. The central design, composed of linear and wavy bands, fully fits into the Art Deco vocabulary: geometry, rhythm, contrast of smooth surfaces and striated patterns.

The interior retains its functional structure, with lateral hinges and an elastic retaining band. The gilded interior finish shows a patina consistent with the use of an antique accessory.

Context

Art Deco, first half of the 20th century. Cigarette cases from this period reflect the taste for refined, compact, and graphic personal objects, often made from modern or translucent materials combined with metal frames. The linear design and flat shape of this example are consistent with this sober and structured aesthetic.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Patina of use, rubbing, superficial scratches, gilding wear, and marks on the inside. Some small chips or flakes visible on the edges and corners, without altering the overall decorative appearance of the object. Clasp and hinges to be considered old, with the normal play of an accessory from this era.

AFW

Careful packaging adapted to the nature of the object. Professional shipping with reinforced protection to preserve the case during transport.

Keywords: [ANTIQUE Art Deco cigarette case from the brand Ancienne]