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"Hunter in Paradise", Art Deco Humidor in Cast Iron by Elmberg, Sweden
By Carl Elmberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although Sweden is known for its furniture and artisanry in a stylized Art Deco manner, often
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Iron

Art Deco, Golf Themed, Cedar Lined, Bronze and Sterling Cigar Humidor
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco bronze and sterling silver cigar humidor made by the Heintz Metal Art Company. Lined with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

"Mountain Goat Humidor, " Art Deco Lidded Container with Teal-Turquoise Glaze
By Cowan Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
America's leading pottery companies, producing Arts and Crafts and Art Deco artware. During that time, many
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Ceramic

Cohen & Solomon English Sterling Silver 1918 Cigar Box/ Humidor Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
, England in 1918, and in Art Deco style, with an elegant, geometric design and finely engraved on the top
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Large Chinese Metal and Cinnabar Humidor Art Deco Box, circa 1920
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This rare Chinese Art Deco box is made from copper alloy. The top is decorated with hand carved
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Copper

Antique Large Chinese Metal and Cinnabar Humidor Art Deco Box, circa 1920
Antique Large Chinese Metal and Cinnabar Humidor Art Deco Box, circa 1920
$618 Sale Price
34% Off
H 1.5 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
A Fine Art Deco Period Brass-Mounted Ship’s Humidor from the M. Y. Princess
By Benson x Hedges, London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Fine Art Deco Period Brass-Mounted Ship’s Humidor from the M. Y. Princess, owned by Sir James
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Brass

Vintage 20thC Art Deco Burr Walnut Cigar Humidor By Dunhill, England c.1930
By Dunhill
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely Art Deco burr walnut humidor by Dunhill, dating to the 1930s. The rectangular humidor
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20th Century British Other Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Walnut

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Cigar Box or Humidor
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period cigar box or humidor with duel matchbox and match stick
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Jugandstil Humidor Erhard & Söhne, Germany, c. 1920
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Jugandstil Humidor, Erhard & Söhne, Germany, c. 1920 This is a Jugendstil-style humidor box
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20th Century German Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Brass

Vintage Wood Lined "Anno 1219" Lidded Box / Humidor by Iron Art of Copenhagen
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare wood lined "Anno 1219 Battle of Estonia" lidded box / humidor by Iron Art of Copenhagen
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Iron

Copper Wood Lined "Arabic" Lidded Box / Humidor
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice copper wood lined "Arabic" lidded box / humidor circa 1950s. The box is in good vintage
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century Accordion Cigarette Box, 1950s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Mid-Century Accordion Cigarette Box, France, 1950s — Noble Woods & Bakelite Discover this exquisite mid-century accordion cigarette box from France, dating back to the 1950s. Crafte...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Bakelite, Wood

Mid-Century Accordion Cigarette Box, 1950s
Mid-Century Accordion Cigarette Box, 1950s
$1,200 / set
H 5.32 in W 6.7 in D 4.14 in
Silver Crest Men's Humidor Box Bronze and Sterling
By Silver Crest Bronze
Located in Westport, CT
Silver crest men’s humidor bronze and sterling large box. Wood interior with mesh screen wonderful
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Brown Lacquered Desk Box With Touch Tip Striker
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Jersey United States by The Ronson Lighter Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1930's. This is a
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Steel

Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Box With Octette Touch Tip Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
handles, created in New Jersey United States by The Ronson Co. during the art deco period, back in the
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Box With Octette Touch Tip Lighter
Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Box With Octette Touch Tip Lighter
$1,428 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 4.1 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in
Vintage 20th Century Dunhill Burl Wood Humidor Set & Cigar Cutters England c1930
Located in London, GB
A vintage 20th century Dunhill humidor set, crafted from lacquered burl wood with a Spanish cedar
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20th Century English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold Plate

French Art Deco Suitcase Cigarette Box, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco cigarette box, France, 1920s. Suitcase. Wood and chrome metal. Measures: For 33
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Chrome

French Art Deco Suitcase Cigarette Box, 1920
French Art Deco Suitcase Cigarette Box, 1920
$1,200
H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
Bradley & Hubbard Arts and Crafts Brass Humidor Cigar Box
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts and Crafts or Art Deco period wood lined brass humidor cigar box By Bradley
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Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass

Smoking box, France, Style: Art Deco, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Metal

Art Deco Cigar Box
Located in Tampa, FL
This is a very fine art deco style cigar box out of Rosewood and trimmed in stainless steel. art
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Vintage 1930s French Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Stainless Steel

Art Deco Cigar Box
Art Deco Cigar Box
$750
H 3 in W 8 in D 5 in
Art Deco Python Sandalwood Cigar / jewelry box
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco python and Channeled sandalwood Mens Cigar / storage box with chrome bar front , felt
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A brass cigarette or cigar box decorated horizontal ribbings/lines. It was made by an anonymous craftsman/designer in Scandinavia during the 1930s. It features a wooden lining that p...
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Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass

Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
Scandinavian Art Deco Cigar Box in Brass, 1930s
$311 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.19 in W 3.94 in D 2.56 in
Mappin & Webb Ltd Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the Art Deco style; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional vintage
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco erotic sterling silver cigarette case, enamelled
By Joseph Gloster
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Art Deco era sterling silver and enamelled cigarette case. The case has an
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Art Deco erotic sterling silver cigarette case, enamelled
Vintage Art Deco erotic sterling silver cigarette case, enamelled
$714 Sale Price
20% Off
H 3.3 in W 2.5 in D 0.75 in
Smart English Silver Art Deco Cigarette or Cigar Box, 1937
Located in Bath, GB
A truly iconic Art Deco double-lidded cigarette or cigar box with the most fantastic shaped handle
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver

Smart English Silver Art Deco Cigarette or Cigar Box, 1937
Smart English Silver Art Deco Cigarette or Cigar Box, 1937
$3,837 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.5 in W 9.25 in D 5.25 in
wood and chromed metal Art Deco box
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Wood and metal art deco decorative box
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Vintage 1930s French Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Chrome

wood and chromed metal Art Deco box
wood and chromed metal Art Deco box
$980
H 1.97 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in
Smoking box, in wood and chrome, France, Style: Art Deco, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Chrome

French Art Deco black Lacquered Silver Cigarette Case, circa 1930
Located in Beirut, LB
Rectangular black lacquered silver cigarette case with geometric decoration on the side. This is a very rare good looking and functional piece of collectible smoking equipment.  
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Silver

Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Makassar, Art Deco, France 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This box is from France. It has been made in 1940, it is an art Deco Item. The wood is makassar
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass

Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Makassar, Art Deco, France 1940
Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Makassar, Art Deco, France 1940
$431 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.58 in W 8.27 in D 5.52 in
Box shaped “heart”playing card suit red fired Art Deco style Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Playing card suit-shaped box “heart” in 925/1000 sterling silver with red fired enamel in Art Deco
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cigar Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Wood, Art Deco, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This box is from France. It has been made in 1940, it is an art Deco Item. The box is in wood. It
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Wood, Bone

Cigar Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Wood, Art Deco, France, 1940
Cigar Box for Decoration, or Desk Box in Wood, Art Deco, France, 1940
$239 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.97 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
Art Deco Style Box with Ebony Veneer, with Inlays in Bronze and Springwood
By Loyzaga
Located in Mexico, Ciudad de México
finishes and the geometric shapes are representing of the Art Deco movement, which was the biggest
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2010s Mexican Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Bronze

Art Deco Style 1960s Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the Art Deco style; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional vintage
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Vintage 1960s British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Cigarette Case Art Deco style designed for Cartier USA Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
button.. Measure cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr.210. Created in the Art Deco style for Cartier USA in the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

20th Century Art Deco Pair Of Solid Silver Cigar Boxes, Asprey & Co, c.1936
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
leading silversmiths of the day, Asprey & Co. The pair of boxes scream Art Deco, elegant and simplistic
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20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Silver

Art Deco Disko Metal Cigar Box with Motif' by N. Dam Ravn, Denmark, 1930s
By N. Dam Ravn
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Beautiful Disko metal cigar box with cedar wood interior. It was designed by Danish sculptor N. Dam Ravn in the 1930s. Manufactured by Nordisk Malm. The style and material used is re...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Box Black and Red geometric Art Deco style designed for Cartier USA Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Box Black and Red enamel is Inspired by drawings by Louis Cartier from the early 1900s in Art Deco
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Box Black and White Art Deco style designed for Cartier USA Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
. Box shaped enamel is in Art Deco style. Dimensions cm. 10.5 x 13.5 x 3.2. Weight gr. 560. Designed by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Box Black Red and White Art Deco style designed for Cartier USA Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Box Black White and Red enamel is Inspired by drawings by Louis Cartier from the 1920 in Art Deco
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Ernest Cambeau Paris 1920 Art Deco Box .950 Sterling Silver with Ceylon Sapphire
By Ernest Combeau
Located in Miami, FL
silver with a finesse of .950/.999. It is designed in the art deco style with a geometric linear pattern
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Table Box for Cigarettes Art Deco style designed for Cartier USA Sterling Silver
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
enamel. Measure cm. 12.7 x 12.7 x 3.2. Weight gr. 640. Created in the Art Deco style for Cartier USA in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Charles Thomae 1925 Art Deco Box with Red and Black Lacquer in Sterling Silver
By The Thomae Company
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco lacquer box designed by Thomas. An impressive, beautiful and colorful box, created in
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Charles Thomae 1925 Art Deco Box with Red and Black Lacquer in Sterling Silver
Charles Thomae 1925 Art Deco Box with Red and Black Lacquer in Sterling Silver
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.55 in W 4.65 in D 3.1 in
Antique 20thC English Art Deco Solid Silver & Lacquer Cigarette Box c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English solid silver art deco style cigarette box. Featuring a black lacquered
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20th Century British Other Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

Box shaped “quadri” playing card suit red fired Art Deco style Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Art Deco style, early 1900s. With internal hinge. Dimensions cm. 10.4 x 12.3 x 1.8. Weight gr. 166
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Box shaped “flowers” playing card suit black fired Art Deco style Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
in Art Deco style, early 1900s. With lost hinge, i.e. semi-invisible. Dimensions cm. 9.5×9.5×1.8
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Box shaped “spade” playing card suit black fired Art Deco style Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Box shaped like a “spade” playing card suit in 925/1000 silver with black fired enamel in Art Deco
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic monkey mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. An extremely rare and very
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Steel

Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser
Ronson 1936 Pik a Cig Magic Monkey Striker Touch Lighter & Cigarette Dispenser
$3,188 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.12 in W 5.12 in D 8.46 in
Bike Themed Smoking Set, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bicycle-Themed Smoking Set, France, 1920s. This whimsical French Art Deco smoking
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Pewter

Bike Themed Smoking Set, 1920
Bike Themed Smoking Set, 1920
$1,050
H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in
Elegant Cigar/Cigarette Box in Elm from the 1930s with decorative intarsia decor
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant Cigar/Cigarette Box in Elm with decorative intarsia decor. Made in Sweden during the 1930s Wear consistent with age and use
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Elm

Cigar Case, Veneered Wood, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cigar case, veneered wood, 20th century. Cigar case, veneered wood, 20th century. H: 9cm, W: 39cm, D: 27cm
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20th Century French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Wood

Cigar Case, Veneered Wood, 20th Century.
Cigar Case, Veneered Wood, 20th Century.
$1,617
H 3.55 in W 15.36 in D 10.63 in
Handcrafted Pewter Cigar Box with Brass Inlays, Fleur-de-Lys Motif, 1970s Franc
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
work of art designed for both collectors and cigar enthusiasts. Material and Design: The exterior
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass, Tin

Jade Carnelian and Sterling Cigarette Box with Decorative Rooster Top circa 1920
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Jade Carnelian and sterling cigarette box with decorative rooster top circa 1920‘S. Sterling is signed and numbered on the bottom. Amazing sterling decor top and foot with decorative...
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Jade

Playing card suit-shaped boxes Set of 4 fired enamel guilloché Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Set of 4 playing card suit-shaped boxes in 925/1000 sterling silver with Art Deco style fire
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Exceptional Silver Cigar Box/Smoking Compendium by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A truly exceptional Art Deco Gentleman's smoking compendium, beautiful quality by the highly sought
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver

Exceptional Silver Cigar Box/Smoking Compendium by Mappin & Webb
Exceptional Silver Cigar Box/Smoking Compendium by Mappin & Webb
$8,715 Sale Price
20% Off
H 4.5 in W 13 in D 8 in
Handsome Antique Sterling Silver Double Sided Cigar Box - London 1915
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1915 by James Samuel Bell, this very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Box, is double sided and plain in design, with a cedar lined interior. The ciga...
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Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Tubular 14K Gold Chased Guilloche Enamel Cigar Holder
By Fabergé
Located in Basildon, GB
Russian made 14ct gold and enamel cigar tube, circa 1900 - 1910, in red and white enamel with applied diamonds and ruby decoration. The piece is stamped with the work master's initia...
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Multi-gemstone, Gold

FINE SAGE GREEN SHAGREEN CIGARETTE BOX - superb home and study accessory
By Nino Basso, Design Center 1991
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
Luxury smoking accessory for a timeless home that become part of their surroundings and everyday actions, communicating stylistic elegance through a combination of precious shagreen ...
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Brass

table box enamel sterling silver peacocks with “ramage” Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
various colours, in Art Deco style. Beautiful hand-made sculpture in turquoise stone depicting a woman's
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Art Deco Humidor For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the art deco humidor you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and silver, every art deco humidor was constructed with great care. There are 282 variations of the antique or vintage art deco humidor you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art deco humidor, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco humidor, designed in the Art Deco, mid-century modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Alfred Dunhill, Giorgio Salimbeni and Louis Vincent Aronson each produced at least one beautiful art deco humidor that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Humidor?

Prices for an art deco humidor start at $69 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $1,497.

Finding the Right Boxes for You

From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.

The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.

Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.

Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Humidor
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The simplest way to make an Art Deco bedroom is to purchase authentic furniture and decorative accents from the 1920s and ‘30s. Top designers from the period include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne and Jules Leleu. Pair authentic Art Deco pieces with a bedding set in a colorful, intricate floral print, or dress up the walls with wallpaper in a geometric motif with hints of gold. The iconic Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Find a selection of Art Deco furniture and decor from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There are many famous Art Deco artists. In addition, the movement produced many well-known designers and architects. Some of the most notable creatives who contributed to the Art Deco movement include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Lalique, Eileen Gray, Jean Dunand, Donald Deskey and Jean Perzel. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.