Description:

This is an exquisite vintage Art Nouveau Vesta Case (Match Safe) featuring a deeply embossed repoussé design on both front and back panels. The central motif depicts a classic mythological scene with a dancing nymph and cherub amidst flowing drapery and ornate floral scrollwork borders.

​Key Features:

​Material: Likely silver-plated brass or white metal (shows a warm, honest patina).

​Striker: Features the original integrated serrated striker on the bottom edge for igniting matches.

​Mechanism: Spring-loaded flip-top lid.

​Design: High-relief Art Nouveau "Nymph and Cherub" woodland scene.

​Size: Approximately 2.75 inches tall (see measurement photo).

​CONDITION NOTE:

The vesta case is in good vintage condition for its age. The hinge is original and the lid snaps shut firmly. The exterior shows some "brassing" or wear to the plating, which is common in genuine high-relief pocket items of this era. There are no major dents or repairs. The interior shows natural darkening/oxidization.

​Please examine all high-resolution photographs carefully to evaluate the stunning detail and condition of this late 19th/early 20th-century smoking accessory.