Antique Art Nouveau German Sunflower Cigarette Case

A beautiful and rare antique German silver cigarette case with a sunflower repoussé and scrolling foliage decoration, with the name Dorothy engraved on the front.

Dating to around 1890–1910, this case reflects the late 19th-century fascination with bold naturalistic floral motifs, popular in both the Aesthetic and early Art Nouveau movements. The sunflower, a symbol of loyalty and vitality, was a popular decorative element of the period. Hallmarked with the crescent moon and crown national hallmark alongside 800 for silver fineness.

Details
• German silver, 800 fineness
• Hallmarked with crescent moon and crown national mark (introduced 1888)
• Date: c. 1890–1910
• Repoussé sunflower and foliate decoration
• Personalised with engraved name Dorothy
• Weighs approx. 49g, measures approx. 3 3/8 in L x 2 3/8 in W x 5/8 in Thick