GERMANY 1920 Art-Deco Graff Zeppelin Shaped Desk Cigar Cutter Match Holder

An art deco Zeppelin shaped desk cigar cutter.

This is a very elusive and rare desk cigar-cutter and match-box holder created in Germany during the art deco period, back in 1920.The amazing piece is very decorative and has been crafted in the stylized shape of the German LZ-4 Zeppelin, with parts made up in zinc coated steel and glass. The Zeppelin in mounted by screws in four curved elements on a cut glass base, featuring a cigar cutter, a match-box holder and a cigar rest. The rudder at the rear of the airship can be unscrewed for emptying.

The Zeppelin LZ 4

This was a German experimental airship constructed under the direction of Ferdinand von Zeppelin. First flown on 20 June 1908, it made a series of successful flights including a 12-hour flight over Switzerland. It was destroyed when it caught fire after landing to carry out engine repairs during a projected 24-hour endurance trial. This disaster proved fortunate for Zeppelin: donations by the German public raised 6.5 million marks, so guaranteeing the future of his development of airships.

Country: Germany.

Materials: Cut glass, zinc coated steel and steel.

Period: Art-Deco, 1915-1920.

Weight: About 2 pounds (1.13 Kg.).

Measurements: 117 mm by 250 mm by 120 mm (4.60 x 9.85 x 4.75 Inches).

Condition: The overall condition of this Zeppelin desk cigar-cutter is good, with traces of wear and small nicks. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D040225TESK/.6756