Copper Cigarette Box with Great Patina dramatic vase Made in the 1940s

Made in the 1940s

exquisitely crafted brown and white vase by renowned California ceramist Leslie Thompson

but there is some dryness and light cracking to the woods in places

giving this weaving a real tenderness

Copper Cigarette Box with Great Patina dramatic vase Made in the 1940sThis beautifully proportioned box I found filled with vintage matchbooks and a few newspaper clippings. Because it is copper and features one smaller and one larger compartment inside, I assume it was made to hold cigarettes on one side and matches on the other, and would guess it dates to the 1930s or 40s. With its handy loop handle on the lid, it would make a great tea caddy as well. I love its staight foward elegance and wonderful patina, and might