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Style: Machine Age
John Otar Brass & Copper Mixed-Metal Machine Age Art Deco Lidded Box
John Otar Brass & Copper Mixed-Metal Machine Age Art Deco Lidded Box

John Otar Brass & Copper Mixed-Metal Machine Age Art Deco Lidded Box

By John Otar

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very iconic lidded box by Russian born John Otar. This 1936 patented design (submitted in 1933) was made in Otar's Santa Cruz workshop. Its design is unique in that the dis...

Category

1930s American Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

A Very Fine Early 20th Century Enamelled Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
A Very Fine Early 20th Century Enamelled Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

A Very Fine Early 20th Century Enamelled Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

By Henry Clifford Davis

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 machi...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Sune Bäckström - Art Deco - Bronze Lidded Box, Sweden, 1930
Sune Bäckström - Art Deco - Bronze Lidded Box, Sweden, 1930

Sune Bäckström - Art Deco - Bronze Lidded Box, Sweden, 1930

By Sune Bäckström

Located in Stockholm, SE

A refined bronze lidded box designed by Sune Bäckström, Sweden, 1930. The piece reflects the early development of Scandinavian modernism, where clarity of form and material quality t...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

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20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Gilded and Enameled Table Box
20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Gilded and Enameled Table Box

20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Gilded and Enameled Table Box

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H 1.58 in Dm 7.68 in

20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Gilded and Enameled Table Box

By Salimbeni

Located in VALENZA, IT

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1980s Italian Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5 . Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in th...

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1980s Italian Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with spring button.. Measure cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr.210. Created in the Art Deco style...

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1980s Italian Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco
Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco

Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 3 in W 2.25 in D 0.38 in

Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This rare -- perhaps unique -- enameled cigarette case or compact features a cartouche with a kneeling Egyptian figure surrounded by symbols and hieroglyphics on its lid, all in tone...

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1920s German Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Silver

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g
Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A striking Art Deco cigarette case dating from the early 20th century, crafted in 925 sterling silver and decorated with vivid green malachite-effect enamel. The gently curved recta...

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1920s French Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Malachite, Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Lidded Bronze Art Deco Box by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Lidded Bronze Art Deco Box by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s

Lidded Bronze Art Deco Box by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s

A beautiful lidded bronze box with amazing patina. The inside clad in teak wood. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with only a few light scratche...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Deco Metal Lidded Box
Vintage Deco Metal Lidded Box

Vintage Deco Metal Lidded Box

$295

H 2 in W 7.75 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Deco Metal Lidded Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Art Deco Metal Lidded Box with a streamlined rectangular silhouette, stepped edges, and four bracket feet that give the piece a crisp architectural profile. Its polished meta...

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20th Century Unknown Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Metal

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Lidded Box, 1930s

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant Swedish pewter lidded box produced by Bröderna Edlund Silverfabrik, dated 1936. This refined piece features a clean cylindrical form raised on small decorative feet, topped ...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Copper and Brass Box
Art Deco Copper and Brass Box

Art Deco Copper and Brass Box

$458

H 3.15 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in

Art Deco Copper and Brass Box

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Beautifully made and decorated box in brass and copper. Key is present.

Category

1930s German Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Enamel and Hand-Painted Miniature
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Enamel and Hand-Painted Miniature

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Enamel and Hand-Painted Miniature

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Ladies' handbag cigarette case with an oval section in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on a guilloché and a monochrome, hand-painted miniature of a landscape, in the E...

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1950s Italian Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate

Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s
Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s

Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s

$807

H 1.97 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s

Located in Tilburg, NL

Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s This is a wonderful lidded ceramic art deco box. Great design and lovely colors - a true modernist piece with a lot of elegance. Would be gr...

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Mid-20th Century European Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Pottery

Previously Available Items
Spun Aluminum and Red Bakelite Machine Age Trinket Box for Kenilworth Studios
Spun Aluminum and Red Bakelite Machine Age Trinket Box for Kenilworth Studios

Spun Aluminum and Red Bakelite Machine Age Trinket Box for Kenilworth Studios

By Kenilworth Studios

Located in New Windsor, NY

Spun aluminum and red Bakelite trinket box by Kenilworth Studios. Yes, a box can be round. Good overall condition with minimal wear due to age and use. The Bakelite top is bright an...

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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Heavy Storage/Safe Rectangular Iron Box
Heavy Storage/Safe Rectangular Iron Box

Heavy Storage/Safe Rectangular Iron Box

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H 15 in W 20.5 in D 14.25 in

Heavy Storage/Safe Rectangular Iron Box

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a heavy iron storage/safe box. The rectangular metal box is adorned with octagonal shaped repousse molding around its sides. The upper side is a hinged lid that has a metal doorknob to pull it up. There is an escutcheon beside the doorknob that lock the box with an antique key...

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Late 18th Century English Antique Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Iron

Machine Age boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Machine Age boxes 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 boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, aluminum and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Machine Age boxes made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original boxes, popular names associated with this style include Ferguson Brothers, Henry Clifford Davis, and Palmer Smith. 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 boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $895 and tops out at $2,200 while the average work can sell for $1,600.