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Description

Rare 19th century Viennese novelty cigar box depicting mice rolling cigars.

The exterior of the box skilfully painted to resemble a wooden cigar box.

Viennese, Circa 1880. No key.

Physical Dimensions

Height

13cm (5.12")

Width

18cm (7.09")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Willows Antiques and Interiors has dated this Viennese Cold Painted Bronze Cigar Box to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1105078

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Description

Rare 19th century Viennese novelty cigar box depicting mice rolling cigars.

The exterior of the box skilfully painted to resemble a wooden cigar box.

Viennese, Circa 1880. No key.

Physical Dimensions

Height

13cm (5.12")

Width

18cm (7.09")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Date of Manufacture

Willows Antiques and Interiors has dated this Viennese Cold Painted Bronze Cigar Box to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1105078

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Boxes
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialWood, Bronze
ColourDark Brown
MotifsBronze animal sculptures, Hinged lid, Patinated metal
SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Viennese cold-painted bronze refers to Austrian bronze sculptures and decorative items produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, where the metal was coated with multiple layers of dust paint rather than being heat-fired.

These boxes were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, frequently decorated with cast bronze, brass hardware, and specialized animalier sculptures.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit characteristic wear to the cold-painted surface revealing the bronze underneath, finely detailed animalier casting work, and often carry foundry marks or Geschutzt stamps.

Such decorative objects work effectively as focal points on coffee tables, bookshelves, or desks, adding textural contrast and historical character to a room.

Cold-painted bronze requires gentle dusting with a soft, dry brush and must never be exposed to liquid cleaners, polishes, or harsh chemicals that would strip the delicate paint layers.