
Description
Collection of four small unlined brown leather boxes with gold inlay/embossed decoration by Scuola del Cuoio (ca. 1970s, Florence, Italy).
Includes a cylindrical snuff box, a matchbox, a square playing card box, and two hollow 'book' shaped boxes that fit into a leather binder (also for playing cards or other smaller objects).
Natural patina present along with soiling and scuffs, as shown. Overall, a charming collection of typical Florentine leather goods of the Mid-20th Century in beautifully aged, original condition.
Bound books - H: 5" x L: 2.75" x D: 2"
Matchbox - H: 2.25" x L: 1.5" x D: 1.5"
Card Box - H: 1.25" x L: 4" x D: 4"
Cylindrical Snuff Box - H: 3.88" x Diameter: 3.13
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Natural patina present along with soiling and scuffs, as shown.
Dimensions:
Height: 1.25 in.
Width: 4 in.
Depth: 4 in.
Category: Boxes
Origin: Italy
Materials: Gold Leaf, Leather
Shipping:Domestic: Free shipping to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Brooklyn, NY
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Includes a cylindrical snuff box, a matchbox, a square playing card box, and two hollow 'book' shaped boxes that fit into a leather binder (also for playing cards or other smaller objects).
Natural patina present along with soiling and scuffs, as shown. Overall, a charming collection of typical Florentine leather goods of the Mid-20th Century in beautifully aged, original condition.
Bound books - H: 5" x L: 2.75" x D: 2"
Matchbox - H: 2.25" x L: 1.5" x D: 1.5"
Card Box - H: 1.25" x L: 4" x D: 4"
Cylindrical Snuff Box - H: 3.88" x Diameter: 3.13
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Natural patina present along with soiling and scuffs, as shown.
Dimensions:
Height: 1.25 in.
Width: 4 in.
Depth: 4 in.
Category: Boxes
Origin: Italy
Materials: Gold Leaf, Leather
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Natural patina present along with soiling and scuffs, as shown.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Collection of Four Vintage Florentine Scuola Del Cuoio Embossed Leather Boxes
Estimate $200-$600
Starting Price
$100
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Heirloom Edit, Session 1
Jan 26, 2026 6:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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