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Antique Hand Carved Solid Silver Cigarette Case. China, XIX Century

Delicate Chinese antique solid silver cigarette case. Decorated with hand carved dragon images.

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Beautiful sterling silver cigarette case made in China in the 19th century, in very good condition and with a delicate design. The case is decorated with engraved images depicting a dragon in the middle of the sky. The lid bears an image of this mythological animal inside an engraved almond-shaped form. It is a high-relief engraving: the dragon is twisting in a cloud-scattered sky and the deeply embossed motives create interesting chiaroscuros. The other side of the case is also decorated with a fine engraving depicting the image of another dragon in the sky. The dragon is the most important beast in the Chinese mythology, as it symbolizes good luck and is the image of the emperor. As exotic as ancient, this lovely sterling-silver cigarette case will be the best gift for an elegant person who appreciates delicate objects. Measurements: Width: 6.6 in / 17 cm. Depth: 2.9 in / 7.5 cm.

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