19th Century French Cigar Box With a Bronze Dog In A Dog House , Cigar Cave

Reference : CAV-1822

This very unusual French cigar box features a silver bronze dog wearing guarding his master’s cigars.It stands at the window of his dog house and at the end of its chain, there is the key to unlock the cigar box.

But to get the key, you have to spin the head of the dog..This house is decorated with gilt bronze details . When its roof lifts, it displays a removable inside fitting to store 25 cigars. as well as a compartment to store matches on the side. ts interior is complete and all original.

Aside from being a storage container for cigars, this very elegant and rare cigar cave could be repurposed for decorative purposes, used in crafting projects or to start a collection . Indeed, antique cigar boxes are often collected by enthusiasts for their craftsmanship, design, and nostalgia.

• Dimensions: Height: 8.27 in (21 cm) Width: 6.3 in (16 cm) Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
• Materials and Techniques: Bronze, Oak, Walnut
• Place of Origin: France
• Period: Late 19th Century
• Date of Manufacture: 1890’s
• Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use.
• Replacements made: Its key’ s chain might have been replaced.