Lot 72
  • 72

Four silver and enamel erotic cigarette cases mostly Austrian, early 20th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • enamel, silver
  • length of longest 4 in.
including an unusual one with woman in translucent black veil, another engraved on back with 1912 Russian presentation inscription. Together with an Alpaca example, mid 20th century, 5 pieces.

Condition

Black veil example and nude by waterfall example with restorations and clear cover coat to enamel, nude in interior with some scratches, demi-nude and alpaca examples in good condition
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