Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

A beautiful art deco conductor's baton in black ebony and silver mountings by Finnish silversmith Arvi Kallio from 1913 made in his workshop in the city of Lahti. The baton features ...

Very Rare 1930s Art Deco 21 Club Jockey Ashtray, Metal & Ceramic Equestrian Smoking Accessory This exceptionally rare and substantial 1930s Art Deco jockey ashtray is a striking and historically important equestrian-themed smoking accessory, strongly attributed to the legendary 21 Club, New York. Combining sculptural cast metal with elegant glazed ceramic, the piece exemplifies the club’s distinctive blend of theatrical flair, sporting tradition, and Jazz Age glamour. At the center stands a cast metal jockey figure, depicted in a confident contrapposto stance atop an elevated mound. The jockey wears a classic red racing coat with yellow cuffs and buttons, a coordinating red-and-yellow jockey cap, white riding pants, and black and brown leather riding boots. One arm is outstretched holding a metal ring, while the other rests at the hip, conveying poise, movement, and authority, hallmarks of strong Art Deco figural design. The paint retains its vibrant coloration, with expected wear consistent with age and use (see photographs). The figure is mounted on a circular white ceramic ashtray, elegantly finished with a thin gold band along the rim and three gold-painted divots designed for resting cigars or cigarettes. The underside is fitted with brown felt, protecting surfaces and suggesting careful long-term use; the felt appears clean and may have been replaced at some point. The jockey is firmly secured to the base with no movement or instability. Founded in 1922, the 21 Club quickly became one of the most iconic private dining establishments in American history, renowned for its décor celebrating horse racing, jockey silks, equestrian trophies, and sporting culture. Jockey figures, both sculptural and decorative, were central to the club’s visual identity and appeared throughout its interiors in everything from wall mounts to bar accessories. Objects associated with the 21 Club were produced in extremely limited quantities, often for in-house use only or as special commissions, making surviving examples exceptionally rare. While this piece is unsigned and unmarked, extensive stylistic research and comparison strongly support its identification as an early 21 Club accessory, consistent with known jockey-themed ashtrays and sculptures from the period. Painted metal jockey shows expected wear to painted surfaces Ceramic ashtray in very good vintage condition Mild glaze crazing, no chips, cracks, or losses Minor wear to gold accents Felt base clean, possibly replaced Jockey securely mounted with no looseness or wobble Art Deco 21 Club artifacts, particularly those incorporating horse racing, jockey figures, and equestrian motifs, are among the most sought-after hospitality collectibles of the early 20th century. Large-format ashtrays of this quality, combining figural sculpture, ceramic, and metal, are exceedingly scarce, especially in this level of preservation. During the late 19th and early early 20th centuries, African American jockeys were among the most celebrated and highly respected athletes in American sport, dominating professional horse racing at its highest levels. In the decades following the Civil War, Black jockeys...

Extremely Rare 1940s Early EPPY Novelty Miniature Cigarette Pack Smoking Charm Bracelet, Complete Set of 8 Charms An exceptionally rare and highly collectible 1940s early EPPY Nove...

Fine Quality Anglo Indian Raj French polished Ebony Lady’s or Gentleman’s Walking Cane with a highly decorative embossed floral and scroll Sterling Silver Grip.   First quarter of the Twentieth Century.   The Sterling Silver knopped grip above a tapering polished ebony shaft with original polished brass ferrule.   Kendall and Sons...

This highly collectible 1940s set of Gil Elvgren pin-up girl playing cards, commissioned and printed by the legendary American advertising firm Brown & Bigelow, is a superb example o...

A striking set of three Italian Art Deco futurist automobile sculptures, crafted in cast metal with a sleek polished finish. Each model features an aerodynamic silhouette inspired by...

This exquisite vintage Art Deco 1930s Ronson Standard cigarette lighter represents the pinnacle of early twentieth-century industrial design and American craftsmanship. As a genuine ...

A nice gaming box set in mahogany with inlayed wood design to the lid, inside two chip holders having red Bakelite handles, a space for playing cards and dice. Included in the set are 86 honey toned, 41 red,28 black Bakelite poker...

Extremely collectible set of three large bakelite gaming dice. All colors are translucent; Black Cherry, Cherry Red, and Butterscotch. Black Cherry Die has a chip, we pictured. No cr...

French Art Deco Bronze Crucifix by Charles Soudant, France, 1920s. A striking French Art Deco bronze crucifix by renowned sculptor Charles Soudant, created in the 1920s and cast by...

Fine Quality French polished Ebony Lady’s or Gentleman’s Walking Cane with a highly decorative embossed Sterling Silver Grip. First quarter of the Twentieth Century. The Sterling Silver knopped grip above a tapering polished ebony shaft with original polished brass ferrule. Kendall and Sons...

1930 Ronson “Tuxedo” Art Deco Cigarette Case & Lighter Combo, Mint and Kelly Green Enamel A stunning example of early 1930s Art Deco design, this Ronson “Tuxedo” cigarette case and ...

Rare 1950s Gil Elvgren Pin-Up Playing Cards – “Celeste” & “Darlene”, One Unopened, Original Box This rare and highly collectible 1950s pair of Gil Elvgren pin-up playing card decks ...

Art Deco Ronson Pelican Table Striker Lighter With Lift Out Striker, Finished With a Green Baize Base, Fitments of Polished Chrome Plate Fashioned by Ronson 1935, Made By Art Metal ...

Sleek 1930s Art Deco Shagreen Cigarette Case with Golden Interior This sleek Art Deco shagreen cigarette case epitomizes the understated elegance and refinement of 1930s luxury desi...

A Fully Working Rare Green & Gold Plated S. T. Dupont Line 1 Large Lighter With Laque de Chine Casing. Made in Paris, France. Dupont Box may differ from what is depicted Heavyw...

Ultra Rare 1920s Art Deco Dual Cigarette Case & Lighter: Crocodile Design with Original Box (Made in Austria) A striking example of 1920s Art Deco design, this dual cigarette ca...

Art Deco Ronson Streamline Moderne Black Lacquered Touch Tip Table Lighter With Lift Out Striker, Finished With a Green Baize Base, Fitments of Polished Chrome Plate Fashioned by Ro...

An oversized mesh purse designed by Whiting & Davis Co. This is an amazing purse mesh bag created in America during the art-deco period, back in 1920 and 1925. This mesh bag has...

Rare 1930s Art Deco Evans Chrome & Enamel Cigarette Case and Matching Trig-A-Lite Lighter Set – Streamline Engine-Turned Design This rare and exceptional 1930s Art Deco Evans cigare...

L'Architecture des Années 30 a Paris (1930s Architecture in Paris), a French book by Jean-Marc Larbodiere. The International Style comes from the Modern Movement (Bauhaus in Germany,...

Fabulous 1930s Art Deco Red and Black Enamel Combination Lighter and Cigarette Case Chrome and Enamel Geometric Design This fabulous 1930s Art Deco combination lighter and cigarette...

Dunhill 18ct Gold Plated Rollagas Bark Effect Pocket Cigarette Lighter And Box Lighter Made in Switzerland With Dunhill Box. Inscribed with "Dunhill" logo on the lighter base and a...

1933 Art Deco Marathon Combination Lighter & Cigarette Case by F. A. Whittaker A rare and collectible example of 1930s novelty smoking accessories, this Marathon combination lighter and cigarette case showcases the elegance and innovation of Art Deco design. Crafted in 1933 by noted designer F. A. Whittaker, the case features a stunning airbrushed geometric pattern in alternating tan/black and grey/black abstract motifs, with a central cartouche that remains unengraved. The reverse is finished in a sophisticated grey and black design, emphasizing the clean, streamlined aesthetic typical of the era. The interior reveals meticulous attention to detail, including a wheel-turned chrome finish, two hinged cigarette holders for added functionality, and a built-in lighter stamped with US Patent No. 1921855 and marked “Marathon, Trade Mark, Pat Applied For.” Lighter fuel can easily be added via the side compartment near the hinge, and the interior remains exceptionally clean and free of issues. This piece shows gentle, expected wear, including minor enamel losses and an indentation at the lower left corner of the case, reflecting its authentic vintage character. Despite these imperfections, it remains a fully functional and highly desirable collector’s item. Marathon cigarette cases were celebrated in the early 20th century for their combination of practicality and artistry, and F. A. Whittaker was a prominent designer whose work elevated everyday smoking accessories into objects of sophistication. Collectors prize these cases for their mechanical ingenuity, stylish Art Deco design, and historical significance, making them a standout addition to any collection of vintage lighters...

Set of Golf Bag and Clubs, 1930-1940. Vintage Golf Set for Collectors. Wooden Golf Walking Sticks, Sunday Clubs and Hickory Golf Clubs. For decorative pur...

Unique handmade vintage miniature metal chair. Art Deco inspired with a geometric skyscraper - like diamond and rectangle design on the back. The seat surface is flat and can hold a ...

Impeccable 1936 Bechstein Model B Satin Black Grand Piano. Serial number 141008. Expertly restored. Made during a period when the Berlin-based maker...

This 1930s cigarette case by the Evans Case Company is a premier example of American Art Deco design, rivaling the craftsmanship of legendary contemporaries like Elgin American, Rons...

A Fully Working Gold Plated S. T. Dupont Line 1 Large Lighter With Laque de Chine Casing. Dupont Box may differ from what is depicted Made in Paris, France. Heavyweight lighter Han...

This vintage 1950s Karat-Werk CHAMP pocket lighter is a standout example of mid-century Austrian craftsmanship, featuring a sophisticated deep brown alligator skin texture that wraps...

A Philco Model 9-S-262 console radio with multiple band dial. Circa. 1938. All electrical components and speaker intact. Beautiful dial, grill cloth and finish. Radio turns on, dial ...

This is a vintage copy of 'Castles' by Charles Oman. An illustrated reference book published by the Great Western Railway (GWR) in 1929, presented in intact, original order with char...

On offer is a rare unused and boxed 1950s bakelite battery operated flintless table lighter, the D.L.I 'Flamingo' by Dorset Light Industries Ltd Bridport England. This lighter is the...

A handmade wooden Artist mannequin model - all joints move as they should. Found on a Estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Shows some wear - but lo...

This fabulous 1940s post-war German Art Deco touch-tip desk lighter is a striking example of late Art Deco industrial design from West Germany, combining architectural form, mechanic...

This is a really cute and rare find, a 1930's Art Deco compact with the most delightful green and black enamel decoration on a chrome casing . The interior is an engineers delight wi...

A gold toned flip open cigarette case with upper lighter, the inside having spring loaded wings to hold your cigs or other combustibles. Presented in its original manufactures displa...

Dunhill 18ct Gold Plated Rollagas Bark Effect Pocket Cigarette Lighter And Box Lighter Made in Switzerland With Dunhill Box. Inscribed with "Dunhill" logo on the lighter base. The R...

ST Dupont Ligne 1 Gold Plated Cigarette Lighter With Dupont Box Engine Turned Lighter With DuPont Box. Dupont Box may differ from what is depicted Stamped S. T. DuPont Paris, Made ...

Pardo de Tavera Pâte de Verre Christ Relief Plaque, Votive Shrine, circa 1920, Attributed Amalric Walter. A rare 'pâte de verre' (glass paste) votive lamp or shrine, circa 1920, cen...

We are pleased to offer this highly decorative vintage cast iron money box. Dating to around the 1930s, it features a sculptural form depicting the bust of one of the most iconic fig...

Classic Art Deco AM radio by United American Bosch (Magnito Corporation) Springfield Mass. circa. 1935. Restored to original working condition.

Super rare antique leather and bakelite travel backgammon / checkers set, circa 1920s. The set is complete with a foldable case / board that is leather lined with 30 bakelite checker...

Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Cigarette Briquet Lighter With Cartier Box Circa 1980's, Made in Paris, France. Marked Cartier Paris To Lighter Base In Working Order, Made in Paris, Fr...

A small lipstick holder in 830/1000 silver. Intricate guilloché around its perimeter. It weights in around 50 gr. and is signed by the maker and Hallma...

Elegant Dunhill Red Lacquered 18ct Gold Plated Rollagas Classic Cigarette Lighter Made in Switzerland With Dunhill Box In great working condition, has recently been serviced. Insc...

Stylish and meaningful fine work of art. This Christian work of art dates from the 1920s. Over the centuries wall crucifixes have been made in all kinds of sizes and shapes, but the...

Rare and iconic Art Deco YZ bird novelty ashtray the design attributed to Henry Howell & Co for Alfred Dunhill and dating from around 1920. Henry...

An absolute rarity! A match holder made by the famous and renowned Hagenauer workshop - Werkstätte Hagenauer in Vienna, circa 1930. The object is of course marked - on the underside...

Fantastic Monogram Art Deco desk tabletop telephone with metal accents in excellent antique condition with minimal wear. Restored with new cords. See all pics

🎹 One-of-a-Kind Crystal-Infused Acrylic Grand Piano — Ultra-Luxury Statement Piece Price: 195,000$ Exclusivity: Truly Unique — No Two Pieces Ever Created Alike Step into the world...

18ct Gold Plated Cartier Godron Cigarette Lighter In Original Cartier Box 1980's Marked Cartier Paris To Lighter Base In Working Order, Made in Paris, France Cartier Internationa...

Vibrant 1930s Art Deco Geometric Black & Red Enamel “Marathon Product” Cigarette Case. Bold Deco Colorblocking, Chrome Accents This striking 1930s Art Deco Marathon Cigarette Case s...

A charming and increasingly collectible early 20th-century Boy Scouts adventure title, The Boy Scouts to the Rescue by George Durston, published in 1921 by the Saalfield Publishing Company. The book retains original Markham School District 102 institutional stamps, offering a wonderful glimpse into its early life in an American school library. Bound in its original light olive-green cloth with striking black pictorial decoration to the front cover and spine, this example retains its authentic period character, enhanced by visible age, school district markings, and a beautifully time-softened patina to the pages. The title page confirms the 1921 copyright date in Roman numerals (MCMXXI), placing this firmly in the golden era of American scouting literature — a period that coincided with the rapid cultural rise of the Boy Scouts of America (founded 1910). The cover illustration — depicting uniformed scouts in an action scene — is a wonderful example of early 20th-century graphic book design and makes this piece particularly display-worthy. Condition: Good antique...

Elegant Cartier 18k Gold Plated Art Deco Design Oval Pocket Cigarette Lighter With A Red Cartier Presentation Box Serviced Fully working makes for an ideal gift. Marked Cartier Par...

A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...

Large crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and large corpus of a deceased Christ on the cross is truly uniqu...

Art Deco sterling combination coin compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by Webster Co. Rectangular cushion shape with hand chain attached. Opens to reveal half and fu...

Art Deco Vintage 1940s Aluminum Block Lift Arm Side Wheel Cigarette Lighter 2.13 x 1 W x .63 Original unrestored vintage preowned condition. Selling as is untested. Refer to images....

Elegant Gold Plated Must de Cartier Ribbed Godron Cigarette Lighter In Original Cartier Box. Marked Cartier Paris To Lighter Base Serviced in Working Order, Made in Paris, France ...