Combination cigarette case, music box, compact

Identifier
irn561928
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • 2015.602.4 a-b
Level of Description
Item
Source
EHRI Partner

Extent and Medium

a: Height: 1.250 inches (3.175 cm) | Width: 3.880 inches (9.855 cm) | Depth: 3.000 inches (7.62 cm)

b: Height: 2.000 inches (5.08 cm) | Diameter: 0.625 inches (1.588 cm)

Archival History

The cigarette case was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2015 by Vivian "Putzi" Wesson Hirshberg, the daughter of Bernhard Wiesenfeld (Bernard Wesson).

Acquisition

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Putzi Wesson Hirshberg

Scope and Content

Gold colored metal case containing a lipstick case as well as a built-in cigarette holder, mirror, music box, and makeup powder container. The case was invented by the donor's father, Bernhard Wiesenfeld (Bernard Wesson).

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access

Conditions Governing Reproduction

No restrictions on use

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Gold colored metal case with carrying strap, containing a lipstick case as well as a built-in cigarette holder, mirror, music box, and makeup powder container.

Genre

This description is derived directly from structured data provided to EHRI by a partner institution. This collection holding institution considers this description as an accurate reflection of the archival holdings to which it refers at the moment of data transfer.