Silver cigarette case – timeless elegance
Silver cigarette cases are an elegant and refined iconic accessory, very popular during the 20th century. Nowadays we can define the intended use as “almost” changed but they are and remain fantastic cult objects (handmade by Salimbeni), for which collectors go crazy. Made of 925 silver, which gives these items a classic and long-lasting look. With decorations, engravings, precious and semi-precious stones, cigarette cases have been at the center of attention of large and small artisan and industrial brands.
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Silver cigarette cases differ in shape, size, decorations and materials. The most common models are the pocket ones in the shape of a cylinder or box, which can contain up to 20 cigarettes. There are also smaller models available, which can only hold 10 or 15 cigarettes, and larger, table-top models which can hold up to 30 cigarettes.
Salimbeni Art Nouveau enamelled cigarette case silver 925 To view it
Salimbeni Sides Black Onyx Plates on Striped Table Cigarette Case.
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Green Fire Enamelled Silver Table Cigarette Case with Salimbeni Miniature.
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I portasigarette in argento possono essere decorati con una varietà di motivi, tra cui incisioni, smalti, pietre preziose o cabochon. I modelli smaltati sono particolarmente eleganti e raffinati e possono essere realizzati in una varietà di colori e motivi. Nei modelli particolarmente lussuosi si possono trovare lavorazioni guilloché sotto lo smalto o incisioni manuali.
Lo stile barocco è riconoscibile dalle linee finemente intrecciate e lavorate.
Silver hand engravings and blue fire enamel in Baroque style for cigarette case.
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Art Noveau with hand-painted miniature
L’Art Nouveau, dalle linee ornamentali e vivaci, si basava sul ritorno alla natura e su uno stile di vita sano per contrastare gli effetti negativi dell’industrializzazione. Fiori, piante, animali e persone erano rappresentati nei motivi decorativi dell’Art Nouveau, tra gli artisti che lasciarono un’importante traccia Alfons Mucha. L’emancipazione femminile e un nuovo senso di indipendenza si insinuavano nelle rappresentazioni, a volte anche di belle donne. La Femme fatale.
Portasigarette Salimbeni Art Nouveau in argento smaltato
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I portasigarette, realizzati artigianalmente in Italia, sono realizzati quasi interamente in argento sterling 925 da esperti artigiani, utilizzando tecniche tradizionali. Questi oggetti sono espressione dell’arte e della cultura italiana e rappresentano un investimento destinato a durare per generazioni.
Enamelled silver cigarette case
Enamelled silver cigarette cases are made using a technique that involves applying a layer of colored enamel to a silver surface. The glaze can be applied by hand or machine, and can be of different colors and patterns.
The enamelled silver cigarette cases are particularly elegant and refined, and can be customized with a specific pattern or color. They are an ideal accessory for special occasions, and can also be used as a gift.
Silver cigarette case in blue and white enamel with Salimbeni pillbox
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Art Deco silver cigarette case
The Art Deco style appeared in France around the 1910s but it was in the United States and Europe between the years of the following decade that the real explosion and diffusion of this particular style occurred. Art Deco influenced bridges, buildings, furniture, clothing and objects. A complete style that goes from decoration to communication. Very popular again in the 70s, especially in the United States, it is fundamental today as a Vintage category in furniture and personal objects and therefore highly requested and appreciated.
Art Deco cigarette cases have sinuous and geometric lines, and are an example of 20th century modernist design. These objects are often made completely by hand, including “technical” parts such as zips or tabs and this gives them a unique, classic and long-lasting appearance.
Certainly art Deco cigarette cases are an expression of 20th century art and culture, and are an investment that can last for generations.
Silver cigarette case with Black and white Salimbeni geometric designs
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Portasigarette in argento fatto a mano in Italia
The silver cigarette cases handmade in Italy are made by expert craftsmen using traditional techniques. These objects are an expression of Italian art and culture, and are an investment that can last for generations.
Handmade silver cigarette cases in Italy are made with high-quality materials, and are often decorated with personalized patterns or engravings. They are a unique and original accessory, which is a pleasure to own and use.
Silver cigarette case with hand-painted Fire Enamelled Flowers. Salimbeni. To view it
Silver cigarette case with baked enamel on a hand-engraved mountain landscape. To view it
Fire enamel silver cigarette case with Salimbeni miniature still life.
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Conclusione
I portasigarette in argento sono un accessorio per persone eleganti e raffinate, che può essere utilizzato anche come regalo o come oggetto da collezione. Esistono diverse tipologie di portasigarette in argento, che si differenziano per forma, dimensioni, decorazioni e materiali. I portasigarette in argento realizzati a mano in Italia sono espressione dell’arte e della cultura italiana e rappresentano un investimento che può durare per generazioni.
