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Art Nouveau Sterling Mermaid Cigar Cutter Tray
Estimate:
$300 - $400
Starting bid:
$150
Sold
$300
Live Auction
September 2022 Fine Art & Estate Auction
Category
Description
Description: Item/Description: Rare 19th Century Art Nouveau decorative cigar cutter tray. Fashioned from Sterling Silver. Organic design. Mermaid with flowing hair rising out of water. Cigar cutter, riveted hinge mechanism. Four bun feet. Hallmarked on base: Sterling / 925/1000 Fine / Unicorn logo / 1870
Material: Sterling Silver, steel
Dimensions: Length: 6 1/2"; Width: 3 1/4"; approximately 252 grams
Condition: Very Good. Surface use and age wear includes scratches, patina. Has not been polished. Cutting mechanism in good working order, though slight movement to riveted arm.
Age: 1870
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%
Material: Sterling Silver, steel
Dimensions: Length: 6 1/2"; Width: 3 1/4"; approximately 252 grams
Condition: Very Good. Surface use and age wear includes scratches, patina. Has not been polished. Cutting mechanism in good working order, though slight movement to riveted arm.
Age: 1870
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%