Built-in winding key on back with hand-set button in centre of key
He was the subject of This Is Your Life in 1977 when he was surprised by Eamonn Andrews outside London's Cafe Royal
who realised that despite a ban on the production of decorative ceramics throughout the Second World War in Britain
this mid-20th-century piece is crafted in solid silver and opens to reveal two compartments for treasured photographs or mementoes
evocative of World War II aviation history
Signed L. Chompret Cameo Glass Miniature Vase, French Art Nouveau Pinecone Design, Acid Etched c.1910 vintage enamel jug Built-in winding key on backA rare signed L. Chompret cameo glass miniature vase, dating to the early 20th century, circa 19101925. This finely worked piece is formed in layered glass of soft pink, amethyst, and deep forest green, acid etched with a naturalistic pinecone and branch design. The decoration is finely detailed and bears the etched signature L. Chompret to the side. Origin: France Maker: Louis Chompret (signed) Date: c. 19101925 Style: French Art Nouveau into Art