Vtg FBS Czechoslovakia HP Porcelain Cigarette Holder / Ashtray, Floral Orange 5"

Description

Vintage Porcelain Cigarette Holder/Server and Ashtray, beautifully decorated in a rich orange color with flowers and gilding.  About 5" in diameter and 3 1/4" tall, marked on the underside FBS Czechoslovakia Hand-Painted.  There's a small chip on the top-most cigarette "tube", visible in pic #1, but NO other chips, cracks, repairs or crazing noted.  Some of the gilt tracework has worn off with time and use, see pics #11-12 for examples.  Please review all photos, as they are part of this description.
An elegant item from a bygone era - certainly an interesting conversation piece!
The Fine Print…
Check my feedback rating, and buy with confidence!  Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns
before
bidding.  Most of my listings are Estate Sale finds, previously owned, and are in good vintage condition unless otherwise noted.  Please
expect incidental evidence of age and use, such as light scratches, dust, toning and fingerprints.  Vintage linens are sold As Found – they have not been laundered.  I do call out any noticeable stains, flaws or damage on all my items, so please read the descriptions closely and
review all photos.
Payment is expected at time
of auction close or purchase
.  Your order will be Cancelled after 5 days if I do not hear from you, and the item will be relisted - you will also be blocked from bidding/purchasing
from me in future.
I am happy to work with you if unexpected circumstances arise – just let me know!
Sales tax will be automatically added to your purchase
by Ebay, for those states where it is required.
I ship exclusively through the US Postal Service, and often I will upgrade you to Priority Mail at no additional cost.  I also ship Worldwide.  Any customs
and import charges are the responsibility of the buyer.
Your purchase will be carefully packed – let me know
immediately
if it arrives in less than stated condition.  If your item is damaged in transit, please send photos so that a claim can be filed.  If you are unhappy with your item for any reason, please reach out to me and I will do my best to resolve the issue for you.
I have a whole store full of treasures, so check it out - I will gladly combine shipping! If you purchase more than one item, please wait to pay until I send you an invoice, as the shipping cost is determined by the total weight of your purchases.  Any significant shipping overcharges, will be refunded
to you.
Good luck, and happy bidding!