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20th Century Novelty Smokers Compendium Plane J A Henckels Germany Circa 1930

Creator: J. A. Henckels
Offered by: Smith & Robinson

Description
20th Century Novelty Smokers Compendium Plane J A Henckels Germany Circa 1930.

A wonderful smokers compendium in the form of an aeroplane by maker J.A Henckels. A beautiful showpiece for the cigar connoisseur or aviator collector.

The main body of the plane consists of a hinged compartment for cigars and there is a matching vesta match compartment with a ribbed cap which acts as the striker.
In front there is a removable disc shape holder enclosing ashtrays and the propeller acts as a cigar cutter.
On the underside there is a slide-off Gondola which has makers marks, J.A.Henckels and attached moving wheels.
Manufacture Date 1925-30.

This item is in good original condition with miner wear to nickel plating and the interior elements and compartments have all been cleaned and lightly re gilded where necessary.

Dimensions;
Length: 8 3/4" / 24.5cm
Wings: 8 3/4" / 24.5cm
Height: 4 1/2" / 11.43cm.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Germany
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Nickel, Silver Plate.
Condition:	Excellent. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1930
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	646261

Dimensions

W.	8.75 in;	H.	4.5 in;	D.	8.75 in;
W.	22.23 cm;	H.	11.43 cm;	D.	22.23 cm;

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