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Antique French Cigar Cutter Late 19th Century Gilt Copper Hand-Painted Miniatures - A French antique cigar cutter dating to the late 19th century, crafted from gilt copper in a highly distinctive design. The piece features two circular medallions set with convex glass, each enclosing finely hand-painted miniature genre scenes with rich detail and atmosphere. A robust and precise central cutting mechanism with a shaped lever integrates functionality with refined aesthetics. Smooth gilt-finished reverse. A rare object combining utility with decorative artistry—examples of this type are increasingly difficult to source on the market. Item may have flaws. For a detailed condition report, please contact the auction house. All lots are sold ‘As is’ and ‘Where is’. Antiques Haifa Auction House provides condition reports for valuable items as a courtesy to assist in your bidding decision. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot — whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalogue or elsewhere — shall be construed as a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. Completed condition reports are posted as an additional image with the lot. Antiques Haifa Auction House does not provide refunds