Perli, Schwäbisch Gmünd - No reserve price - Cigarette box - Brass

Rare Art Deco / Mid-Century Brass Casket – (likely) Perli Schwäbisch Gmünd (marked) – ca. 1930–1950, with wooden lining & lacquered lid. The object captivates with its minimalist, geometric design and high-quality craftsmanship. • Object: cigarette tin / jewelry box • Style: Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern • Estimated period: 1930–1950 • Material: brass, wood (cedar wood appearance), lacquer/resin with metal inlays • Origin: Perli, Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany • Condition: Good – with age-related signs of wear and discoloration / patina • Dimensions (approx.): 9 cm x 8.5 cm x 2.8 cm Details & Features: • Case: Solid brass with authentic patina. • Lid: Removable brass lid with a dark brown/amber-colored lacquer or resin coating, adorned with fine, stylized brass inlays (star/sun motifs). • Interior: Fully lined with wood (likely cedar wood, ideal for storing cigarettes, cheroots, or jewelry – indeed used for storing cigarettes for decades). • Marking: On the underside there is an original hand engraving, probably “Perli” for “Werkstatt Perli in Schwäbisch Gmünd.” The Werkstatt Perli in Schwäbisch Gmünd was a well-known manufacturer of decorative brass and jewelry works, especially from the 1920s to the 1950s. Condition: Authentic vintage condition with age-related patina and signs of wear. The surface of the lid shows abrasion and aging traces in the lacquer, which give the object its unique character. Please regard the detailed photos as part of the condition description.

Estimate:$168.03

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