Early 20th century, worked in oxidized steel with gold inlays, includes a hinged box, a matchbox, and a footed ashtray, all with parcel gilt neoclassical decoration including helmeted figures in profile and scrolled foliate decoration.

Box 4 1/4 x 3 3/8 in.

From the Collection of Professor Roberto Severino, Washington, D.C.

Some corrosion to well of ashtray, box with rust oxidation to interior, general use wear.