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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...

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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 machined ...

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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

Bronze

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case c.1929
20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case c.1929

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case c.1929

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th Century silver and guilloche enamel cigarette case, of a rectangular form with rounded sides. The one side of the body is enamelled in translucent green over a circular spiral e...

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20th Century European Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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

$16,737Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.58 in Dm 7.68 in

20th Century Sterling Silver Italian Gilded and Enameled Table Box

By Salimbeni

Located in VALENZA, IT

Round haped silver gilded 925/1000 table box with translucent enamels on guilloche with hand-painted floral miniatures and gold paillons Made in Italy 1.400 grams The Miniatures are hand-painted on a usually white homogeneous enamel base. The same colored glazes are used, but ground much finer, which are mixed with special oils to form an infinite palette of colors. The paint must be gradually dried on electric stoves...

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1980s Italian Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

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

$464

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.

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1930s German Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

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

Lovely Lidded Art Deco Ceramic Box 1930s

$816

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

Fine Silver Snuff Box, Early 20th Century
Fine Silver Snuff Box, Early 20th Century

Fine Silver Snuff Box, Early 20th Century

$705

H 0.6 in W 2.17 in D 3.15 in

Fine Silver Snuff Box, Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

A superb rectangular silver snuff box, masterfully crafted in in the early 20th century, featuring exquisitely chased and repoussé decoration. The hinged lid is richly adorned with s...

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Early 20th Century Italian Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930
Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

Art Deco Macassar Wood Decorative Lidded Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite Art Deco modernist lidded box boasts a minimalist yet refined and sophisticated shape, featuring varnish Macassar wood adorned with tropical wooden edging trims. The r...

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1930s French Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Wood, Macassar

Antique Sterling Silver and Erotica Enamel Cigarette Case
Antique Sterling Silver and Erotica Enamel Cigarette Case

Antique Sterling Silver and Erotica Enamel Cigarette Case

By Marks & Cohen

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V sterling silver and erotica enamel cigarette case; an addition to our diverse range of continental silverware This exceptional antique George V sterling silver and enamel cigarette case has a plain square form with rounded corners. The anterior and posterior covers of this antique silver case are plain and unembellished. This case is fitted with a plain rounded push fit catch, which when released reveals a concealed secondary cover. This hinged push fit cover is ornamented with an impressive erotica hot enamel scene depicting a female figure, partially undressed and bathing. This concealed cover opens to allow access to the hinged compartments. This impressive example of antique silverware retains the original gilt interior. Such concealed antique cases are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique cigarette...

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1910s British Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Evans Mixed Metal Box
Paul Evans Mixed Metal Box

Paul Evans Mixed Metal Box

$2,700

H 3.75 in W 14 in D 5.25 in

Paul Evans Mixed Metal Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Paul Evans Mixed Metal Riveted Box Good original Surface Useful Size

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1970s American Vintage Machine Age Boxes

Materials

Metal

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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.