Description
Amboyna Wood Body
From our Collectables collection, we are delighted to introduce this Aspreys Silver and Amboyna Cigar Case. The Cigar Case beautifully crafted in golden Amboyna wood mounted in sterling silver. The exterior of the Cigar Case has sterling silver mounts to each side and strips of raised sterling silver horizontally across the body with a sterling silver thumb tab to the front and a hidden hinge to the rear. The exterior if the Cigar Case is finished with a crowned initial M. The Cigar Case lifts via the central thumb tab and has a matching Amboyna interior perfect for storing cigars and similar tobacco objects and accessories. The case would also double as a trinket box, storage case or valuables box due to its high quality finish. The Silver is hallmarked with the omega import mark, Asprey, Sterling Silver 925 and the date letter U for 1935 during the Art Deco period.
Asprey was established in 1781 by William Asprey in central London. Asprey advertised ‘articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.’ The company grew and began to acquire several manufacturing facilities and hired silversmiths, goldsmiths, jewellers and watchmakers including Ernest Betjeman. In 1859, Asprey bought ‘Edwards’, a Royal Warrant holder and award winning dressing case maker. In 1862 Asprey was granted its first Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria and the company enjoyed a long relationship with various members of the British Royal Family.
Art Deco is a style of visual arts, architecture and product design that first appeared in France just before World War I. It flourished in the United States and Europe during the 1920s to early 1930s. Through styling and design of the exterior and interior of anything from large structures to small objects, including how people look.
Amboyna is a highly prized type of burl wood, renowned for its stunning appearance and rarity. Though not a distinct species, the term “Amboyna” refers to the burl wood from various Pterocarpus species, most commonly Narra (Pterocarpus indicus) and sometimes Burma Padauk (Pterocarpus macrocarpus). The name “Amboyna” is derived from Ambon Island in Indonesia, a historical hub for exporting this unique figured wood. Amboyna is especially valued for its intricate grain patterns, vibrant colors, and natural beauty, making it one of the most expensive and sought-after burls in the world. This wood is often sold as veneer or in small blanks for craftwork due to its high cost. The material is popular for creating fine furniture, turned objects, electric guitar tops, knife and gun grips, and other specialty items.There are different variations of Amboyna, with “Red Amboyna” denoting pieces with rich reddish-brown heartwood and “Golden Amboyna” referring to those with lighter, yellowish-brown hues. The wood often displays a striking contrast between the dark heartwood and the lighter sapwood, further enhancing its desirability.
Sterling Silver is an alloy composed by weight of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. The sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness (parts per thousand) of 925.
Measurements 3cm High x 18.5cm Wide x 12.5cm Deep (1.2 x 7.3 x 4.9 Inches)
Condition Excellent Antique Condition
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