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Sterling Art Nouveau Vesta Case
$250
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£189.35
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€217.46
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CA$350.33
CA$525.5033% Off
A$380.88
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About the Item
This antique sterling silver match safe, also known as a vesta case, is a finely crafted example of Art Nouveau design dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The front is beautifully adorned with high-relief floral motifs—likely poppies or fuchsias—framing an elegant script monogram. The flowers are rendered in the fluid, organic lines characteristic of the Art Nouveau style, lending the piece a delicate, romantic charm. Inside, the case opens on a smooth hinge to reveal a compartment for storing strike-anywhere matches, which it was originally designed to protect from moisture and damage. The case is stamped “Sterling 234” and closes securely with a tight, flush fit. A graceful and functional piece of personal history, it would make a striking addition to any collection of antique silver or decorative accessories.
- Dimensions:Height: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900 s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU842745041362
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