Napoleon III Porcelain Ormolu Rose Cigar Box

Material: Porcelain+Copper

Dimensions: L17cm × W13cm × H10cm

Weight: 1.1KG

Assembly: Ready to use

Transportation Method: Air Freight (in default）

The smoking room was one of the great inventions of the 19th century. Not merely a room for smoking, but a room for thinking, for conversation conducted without haste, for the particular kind of clarity that comes after dinner when the table has been cleared and the serious talk can begin. Every object in that room was chosen with the same care as the cigars themselves.

This cigar box belongs to that world.

The porcelain body is finished in white with gilded ormolu scrollwork applied across each panel in the elaborate decorative manner of the Second Empire, arabesques and classical motifs rendered in bronze that catches the light of a lamp rather than the sun. Four cast rose feet anchor the piece at each corner, the same roses blooming at the lid's edges, a detail that softens the formality of the composition without diminishing it. The lid opens to reveal the interior, its rim fitted with two cigar rests that keep the piece in use while keeping it always on display.

It is the kind of object that sits on a leather-topped desk or a library side table for decades, accumulating the quiet authority of something that has always been exactly where it belongs.

Newly crafted in the European decorative arts tradition.

• Upscale Home Interiors: Ideal for a sophisticated living room, study, or a luxurious bedroom. It adds a touch of classic opulence to the space while serving its practical purpose. Its hand - painted gold patterns and copper - cast base make it a statement piece that enhances the overall decor.
• High-end Hospitality Venues: Perfect for use in five - star hotels, upscale lounges, or exclusive private clubs. It complements the luxurious ambiance of these venues, providing a refined ashtray option for guests.
• Luxury Retail and Gifting: A standout item in high - end home decor stores. It also makes for an exquisite gift for special occasions like housewarmings, weddings, or corporate events, appealing to those with a taste for luxury and fine craftsmanship.