Art Nouveau Gunmetal Cigarette Case mother of pearl and stones display a vibrant

and stones display a vibrant deep green colour

It comprises eight convex porcelain panels

the skull is clearly some sort of memento mori

English hallmarks (partially rubbed)

Art Nouveau Gunmetal Cigarette Case mother of pearl and stones display a vibrantDATE: Art Nouveau, c. 1910 Cool Art Nouveau period cigarette case in gunmetal with applied silver embellishment and green paste cabochons. It dates from the early 20th century, circa 1910, and remains in great condition. STONES Emerald Paste Gemstones MEASUREMENTS 8. 6 x 7. 1 x 1. 7cm WEIGHT 94. 1g MARKS No marks present, tests as base metal and sterling silver CONDITION Very good, light antique patina