Decorative ornament - Italy - Tobacco pipe holder

Designer/Producer: Macabò (Cusano Milanino, Milan) Italy. Era: 1940s / '50s. Materials: Structure covered in parchment / lacquered goatskin (goatskin) in burgundy/mottled tones with engraved and worked brass fittings and lids. Brand: Original brand stamped on the wooden base: "Macabò - Cusano Milanino - Italy". Description of the object: Sculptural and exceptional table tobacco and matches holder in the shape of a giant pipe, a vintage furniture piece produced by the renowned Milanese manufacturer Macabò. The main brazier houses the tobacco container with a lid featuring an engraved brass hinge. A second compartment with a hinged opening at the junction of the stem is dedicated to containing the matches. Conditions: The object presents in good vintage condition for its era. Notable and natural signs of time are present: superficial wear to the goatskin lacquer, vintage patina on the brass elements, and minor visible conservation/restoration works. Structure and hinges are functioning. The interior shows the normal patina from use, and the tip of the mouthpiece bears a small surface mark. A deep cleaning of the interior on the bottom has not been performed, leaving this to the future buyer's discretion. Photos are an integral part of the description. Informazioni aggiuntive: La Manifattura Macabò: In the 1940s and 1950s, the Macabò company of Cusano Milanino distinguished itself in the production of high craftsmanship Italian tabletop objects and accessories, characterized by the refined use of lacquered goatskin paired with worked brass finishes.

Estimate:£185.39

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