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Style: Machine Age
Machine Age Candlesticks, Bronze c. 1940s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pair of Mid 20th century patinaed candlesticks
Machine turned solid bronze
c. 1940s
Measurements:
8-1/8' H x 2-5/8" W(base)
Opening: 3/4"
Weight:
7 lbs
Category
Mid-20th Century Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Machine Age Turned Aluminum Candlesticks
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of machine age turned solid aluminum candlesticks with tapered bodies and graduated design details . A great pair that would work with a mid century , art deco or simple strea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Paul Frankl Telechron American Moderne Deco Clock, 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Sharon, CT
The iconic American Deco Frankl 'Skyscraper' mantel clock. Polished silver over brass with black bakelite base. This rare 'top of line' deco item retains the original bevelled glass ...
Category
1920s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Turned Aluminum Machine Age Candlesticks
By Nambe
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of turned aluminum machine age art deco styled candlestick with nice rounded center having top and bottom details . These would fit into any style of interior from mid century...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Louisville Pottery Company Daniel Boone Rare Mauve Mid Century Modern Kentucky
By Louisville Pottery Company
Located in Mobile, AL
The Louisville Pottery company used a variety of stamps and sold to touristy shops with marks including Cherokee, Great Smokey Mountains, Daniel Boone, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky Hand Made and more. Most of them are small pitchers and vases in traditional forms. But, then there are occasional exceptions and over time we have all learned that major designers including Frederic Hurten Rhead (over at Selden Bybee) were working in the area. Research is ongoing to identify the examples designed and/or influenced by well known artists or simply a great relatively unknown designer or two deserving of recognition for their work. The JB Speed Art Museum cataloged a slightly smaller gloss green example Accession number 2007.10.9 with the Cherokee Pottery...
Category
1930s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Blue Mirror Clock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller blue mirror table clock. Rohde introduced a series of clocks in the early 30's that are some of the most amazing des...
Category
1930s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Markel Robot Sculpture by Bennett Robot Works
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom robot sculpture named Markel by Bennett Robot Works, Brooklyn, NY
Bennett Robot Works, robot sculptures created by Gordon Bennett, are comp...
Category
1940s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
A Very Fine Early 20th Century Enamelled Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The front of the case exhibiting an exquisite hand painted panel depicting sprays of irises in shades of lavender, royal blue & green, set against a radiant white enamelled machined ...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
An Early 20th Century Cigar Humidor / Smokers Stand & Book Rack in Oak
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very good early 20th century standing cigar humidor / smokers stand & bookshelf in oak by The Ferguson Brothers Manufacturing Company, who were located in Hoboken New Jersey from 1...
Category
Early 20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Porcelain
Pair of Large Mid-Century Tripod Candleholders
Located in London, GB
A pair of tripod midcentury candleholders, with mellow gold finish. Found in Germany, mid-20th century. Brass body with steel spikes showing minor r...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Metal
Fascinating Organically Shaped White Object Made of 4 Thick Layers of Wood
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The unfortunately unknown artist who made this sculpture undoubtedly has great affinity with the Machine Age Style. The peaceful appearance of the serene white does not prevent the v...
Category
20th Century Dutch Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of Large Mid-Century Brass Candleholders
Located in London, GB
*** Spring Sale Price ***
Pair of substantial brass candleholders, possibly former church pieces. Mid-20th century in machine-age style. Found in Germany.
The pieces are in good vi...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Artillery Shell Trench Art Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1930s Trench Art Lamp fashioned from a brass artillery shell mounted to a brass base supported by three ball feet.
Rich patina present, as show...
Category
1930s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Machine Age 1930s Art Deco Chrome Clock by Smiths, England
Located in Devon, England
In the rare machine age style this Art Deco beauty is completely authentic, dating to the 1930s and manufactured by the English clock makers 'smiths'. The chrome is in very good cond...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Bruno Zach Bronze Sculpture Horses and Cowboys "Chevaux en Cabriole" Signed 1923
By Bruno Zach
Located in Toledo, OH
Bruno Zach signed bronze sculpture of two fighting cowboys with daggers on rearing horses. Very nice condition. No damages. Dimensions: 15" depth x 19.5" W x 27.5" H.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
G.E. Robot Sculpture by Bennett Robot Works
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom robot sculpture named G.E. by Bennett Robot Works, Brooklyn, NY
Bennett Robot Works, robot sculptures created by Gordon Bennett, are comp...
Category
1940s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
National Hardware Desk Top Advertising Logo Robot Sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
National harder advertising mascot. Made up of chromed nuts and hardware bits. Shown with old hardware box depicting its image. Robot is in excellen...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Sakier for Fostoria Art Deco Geometric Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of ebony glass octagonal geometric candlesticks, designed by George Sakier. For the Fostoria Glass Company. Both are free of damage, clean ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Standard Electric Master Clock, Machine Age
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Standard electric master clock, Machine Age.
Biedermeier style standard electric master clock made in Montreal, Canada. This solid oak clock is all ori...
Category
20th Century Machine Age Decorative Objects
Aluminium Cast Machine Age Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A mid-1930s aluminium cast Machine Age sculpture, unsigned. The piece has an original rough finish with original painted wood base.
Category
1930s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage French Lucite Embedded Brass Clock Parts Ball Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
What a great piece for a man's desk or cocktail table is this vintage French Lucite and brass embedded round ball sculpture. Many brass parts of gears and clock parts...
Category
1960s French Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Machine Age Signed Aluminum Table Box with an Elephant Handle by Palmer Smith
By Palmer Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed midcentury aluminum table box.
By Palmer Smith.
With a full figural elephant handle of finial to the lid.
Model no. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
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Machine Age decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Machine Age decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Machine Age decorative objects made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Ferguson Brothers, Fostoria Glass Company, Paul Frankl, and George Sakier. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $16,000 while the average work can sell for $1,612.
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