Copper Cigarette Box with Great Patina functional pottery a wonderfully unusual

a wonderfully unusual

whimsical yet functional sculpture that could inspire and host all sorts of fantastic ikebana arrangements

It was purchased from the estate of an architect and architectural historian in Kansas City

6 inches square and 1/2 inch thick

Copper Cigarette Box with Great Patina functional pottery a wonderfully unusualThis beautifully proportioned box I found filled with vintage matchbooks and a few newspaper clippings. Because it is copper and features one smaller and one larger compartment inside, I assume it was made to hold cigarettes on one side and matches on the other, and would guess it dates to the 1930s or 40s. With its handy loop handle on the lid, it would make a great tea caddy as well. I love its staight foward elegance and wonderful patina, and might