Antique Edwardian Era English Oak & Brass Cigar Chest, Mechanical & "1902 Regatta" Engravings LV The 19th century saw a

The 19th century saw a rise in the affluent classes engaging in leisure activities like long-distance travel

This one dates from the late Victorian to early Edwardian era and the condition is remarkable

A very interesting large c

Art Nouveau era and styling

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Antique Edwardian Era English Oak & Brass Cigar Chest, Mechanical & "1902 Regatta" Engravings LV The 19th century saw aFantastic antique English Victorian to Edwardian era 12 1 4" desk top smoker's chest or cigar presenter in solid oak with brass accents, mechanical lid opening when drawer is pulled and two medallions reading "Windsor & Eton Regatta 1902" and "Scratch Eights P. J. Odell, Bow"! Ok, the Victorian era actually transitioned to the Edwardian era in 1901 so this one is just on the cusp. The brass cartouches engraved, one with "Windsor & Eton Regatta 1902"