Mid-century Brass Globe Cigarette Holder c.1960 Curiosities Puppets: H 16" x W

Puppets: H 16" x W 3" x D 3"

This is an original vintage catcher's mask

Optical Glass

when German soldiers first used chlorine gas to attack the French in Ypres

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Mid-century Brass Globe Cigarette Holder c.1960 Curiosities Puppets: H 16" x WABOUT This is an original mid century brass cigarette holder. The lid slides open on the globe's axis to reveal a metal interior designed to hold cigarettes. This piece has retained its original finish and has the appropriate finish for the age and use. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1960 MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Brass, Metal. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 6 in. W 5 in. D 4. 75 in. HISTORY Unknown.