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Royal Saxon Straw Marquetry Cigar Case

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:20.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 800.00 USD
Royal Saxon Straw Marquetry Cigar Case
Imperial German, early 20th century. Two-piece cigar or cheroot case in straw marquetry over a wood or papier-mache core. The exterior features intricate paille de seigle inlay work. One side displays the royal cipher of King Friedrich August III of Saxony, depicting the intertwined letters F and A beneath a royal crown and surrounded by a wreath composed of laurel and oak leaves. The reverse panel features a stylized, symmetrical foliate and floral spray. The case is finished with multiple bands of geometric motifs including chevron and checkerboard patterns in gold, emerald green, and deep purple tinted straw, with a micro-checkered grain d'orge pattern at the rounded ends. The interior is lined with a dark red leather or paper material.

Dimensions: 6.5"H
Weight: 2.4 oz.

Condition: Good.