Art Deco Solid Cigarette Case Attributed to Samuel M. Levi

An attractive George V solid sterling silver cigarette case, hallmarked Birmingham 1930, with an unusual gently concave form and elegant engine-turned decoration. Dating from the early Art Deco period, this stylish cigarette case features a distinctive geometric design, with finely engraved parallel lines across both sides and attractive chamfered corners. The case has a pleasing curved profile, designed to sit comfortably in a gentleman's pocket, and retains its original gilded interior, together with both black elastic cigarette retaining bands. The Birmingham hallmarks confirm its English origin and sterling silver standard, whilst the clean geometric lines and understated decoration reflect the fashionable Art Deco styling of the period. A charming example of interwar British silver craftsmanship and an attractive addition to any collection of antique silver or gentleman's smoking accessories. DETAILS: Period: George V / Art Deco Decoration: Engine turned with geometric linear detailing Shape: Rectangular with chamfered corners and concave profile Interior: Gilded with two black elastic retaining bands (The interior retains much of its original gold gilding, with areas of wear and loss consistent with age and use). An appealing piece of English Art Deco silver, ideal for collectors of antique cigarette cases, gentleman's accessories and early 20th-century decorative silver.