{"product_id":"antique-german-silver-enamel-case-with-romantic-garden-scene","title":"Antique German Silver Enamel Case with Romantic Garden Scene","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Early 20th-Century German Case Combining Figurative Enamel Art and Green Guilloché\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis exceptional \u003cb\u003eantique German cigarette case\u003c\/b\u003e is crafted in \u003cb\u003esterling silver\u003c\/b\u003e and richly decorated with contrasting enamel work on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe front presents a finely rendered \u003cb\u003epolychrome enamel garden scene\u003c\/b\u003e, depicting elegantly dressed figures gathered beside a classical fountain. The costumes, pastoral setting, and romantic composition draw inspiration from \u003cb\u003e18th-century Rococo imagery\u003c\/b\u003e, a historical style frequently revisited in the decorative arts of the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe reverse provides a dramatic contrast through its translucent \u003cb\u003eemerald-green guilloché enamel\u003c\/b\u003e. A repeating wave pattern engraved beneath the enamel creates a sense of depth and movement as the surface catches the light. Both panels are framed by glossy black enamel, while the sterling silver edges are finished with delicate engraved ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA small \u003cb\u003eblue cabochon accent\u003c\/b\u003e embellishes the push-button clasp. The case opens to reveal its original \u003cb\u003esilver-gilt interior\u003c\/b\u003e, now displaying the gentle surface wear and patina expected from age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMarked \u003cb\u003e“STERLING GERMANY”\u003c\/b\u003e along the interior rim, the case likely dates to the \u003cb\u003eearly 20th century, circa 1910–1925\u003c\/b\u003e. Its combination of narrative enamel painting, geometric guilloché work, and contrasting coloration makes it an especially decorative example of German silverwork from the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1910–1925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Cigarette case \/ collectible decorative case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Sterling silver with a silver-gilt interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFront Decoration:\u003c\/b\u003e Polychrome enamel romantic garden scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReverse Decoration:\u003c\/b\u003e Translucent green guilloché enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBorders:\u003c\/b\u003e Contrasting black enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClasp:\u003c\/b\u003e Push-button closure with a blue cabochon accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMarking:\u003c\/b\u003e Stamped “STERLING GERMANY”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good antique condition with surface wear, fine marks, and wear to the interior gilding consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDouble-sided enamel cigarette cases are less commonly encountered than examples decorated on only one surface. This piece is particularly appealing because each side offers a completely different artistic treatment: a miniature figurative composition on one face and vivid geometric guilloché enamel on the other. Today, it can be appreciated as both a functional antique case and a refined \u003cb\u003eobjet de vertu\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45250094497858,"sku":null,"price":5950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Antique_German_Silver_Enamel_Case_with_Romantic_Garden_Scene.jpg?v=1789923654","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/antique-german-silver-enamel-case-with-romantic-garden-scene","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}