Louis Kuppenheim Art Noveau / Jugenstil Cigarette Case Silver And Saphires C1900
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:11088 | Product: Cigarette/ Vesta Cases |
| Composition: Solid Silver | Style: Art Nouveau |
| Brand: Louis Kuppenheim | Age: 1900-1940 |
A truely superb example of the master silversmith, Louis Kuppenheim's work.
It has the early hallmark which dates it to between 1884 and 1900. although the design indicates a manufacture in the last few years of that range circa 1895-1900.
The piece is beautifully designed and made with simple yet elegant lines and understated planished decoration and finished with inset matching colour and size natural blue sapphires (most likely from Ceylon) and a final Cabouchon sapphire butto...n press.
The condition of this piece is exceptional, as shown. just very light age related wear.
All in all it is an outstanding piece of Louis Kuppenheim's Jugenstil work, in exceptional condition.
It has the early hallmark which dates it to between 1884 and 1900. although the design indicates a manufacture in the last few years of that range circa 1895-1900.
The piece is beautifully designed and made with simple yet elegant lines and understated planished decoration and finished with inset matching colour and size natural blue sapphires (most likely from Ceylon) and a final Cabouchon sapphire butto...n press.
The condition of this piece is exceptional, as shown. just very light age related wear.
All in all it is an outstanding piece of Louis Kuppenheim's Jugenstil work, in exceptional condition.
