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The Royal Albert Hall was completed in 1871 and was erected for 'the Advancement of the Arts and Sciences, and works of industry of all nations'. Under the direction of architect Henry Cole, the Hall was designed by an unusual grouping of Royal Engineers, sculptors and craftsmen.
The design is a nineteenth century interpretation of a Roman amphitheatre and is elliptical, not round. The landmark humidor of the Royal Albert Hall is made from solid maple with maple veneer used for the mouldings, columns and window surrounds.
The key challenge for LINLEY was to recreate the elliptical shape and to give an indication of the eight hundred foot mosaic frieze, which has been achieved using marquetry.
The domed lid lifts off to reveal an interior lined in mahogany, with circular openings and scoops to enable the cigars to stand upright.
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