reading “Opaline Véritable
They have leaf-molded sockets set into horn drip pans
and space come together in harmony
The hand-coloring on the plates remains vivid
” meaning genuine opaline
Swiss Leather Travel Case with Hotel Labels, Hotel Schweizerhof, Basel, Circa 1910–1930 reading “Opaline VéritableSwiss Leather Travel Case with Hotel Labels Hotel Schweizerhof, Basel Circa 19101930 A beautifully preserved early 20th century Swiss leather travel case, retaining its original Hotel Schweizerhof Basel luggage labels, a rare and highly collectible detail that ties this piece directly to the golden age of European travel. Constructed from thick, vegetable tanned leather with hand stitching, reinforced corner guards, and riveted construction, this case