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Style: Machine Age
Paul Frankl Telechron American Moderne Deco Clock, 1928
Paul Frankl Telechron American Moderne Deco Clock, 1928

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 ...

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1920s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Standard Electric Master Clock, Machine Age
Standard Electric Master Clock, Machine Age

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...

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20th Century Machine Age Decorative Objects

Cast Brass Tape Dispenser + Brass Clothespin Card Holder, Set of 2
Cast Brass Tape Dispenser + Brass Clothespin Card Holder, Set of 2

Cast Brass Tape Dispenser + Brass Clothespin Card Holder, Set of 2

By C. Jeré Artisan House, Marc Creates, Alberto Viani, Curtis Jeré, Marc Weinstein

Located in Round Top, TX

Desk accessories in cast brass; a set of two heavyweight functional pieces to add to a brass collection. A useful tape dispenser with a functional serrated tooth end and a more whim...

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Late 20th Century Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Louisville Pottery Company Daniel Boone Rare Mauve Mid Century Modern Kentucky
Louisville Pottery Company Daniel Boone Rare Mauve Mid Century Modern Kentucky

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...

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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Antique World War 2 Flare Gun Model M8
Antique World War 2 Flare Gun Model M8

Antique World War 2 Flare Gun Model M8

By Mark Indursky

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique World War 2 flare gun model M-8. Untouched original surface. Looks like something out of Blade Runner or Star Wars. Tiny chip at top of one grip.

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1940s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Bruno Zach Bronze Horses and Cowboys "Chevaux en Cabriole" Signed 1923, 27.5" H
Bruno Zach Bronze Horses and Cowboys "Chevaux en Cabriole" Signed 1923, 27.5" H

Bruno Zach Bronze Horses and Cowboys "Chevaux en Cabriole" Signed 1923, 27.5" H

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.

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1920s Austrian Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Aluminum IN/OUT Box in Machine Age Style, United States, 1940s Design
Aluminum IN/OUT Box in Machine Age Style, United States, 1940s Design

Aluminum IN/OUT Box in Machine Age Style, United States, 1940s Design

By Donald Deskey

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Aluminum IN/OUT Box. Just polished the aluminum and cleaned the faux leather material on the bottom of each level. Nice clean Machine Age Style. Could be 30's, 40's or 50's?! Har...

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1940s American Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Art Deco Chrome Candleholders with Black Bakelite Accents Modernist
Pair of Art Deco Chrome Candleholders with Black Bakelite Accents Modernist

Pair of Art Deco Chrome Candleholders with Black Bakelite Accents Modernist

By Desny, WMF Ikora, La Maison Desny

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This pair of Art Deco candleholders embodies the sleek, futuristic aesthetics of the Machine Age and Modernist design movements. Crafted from polished chrome, the candleholders featu...

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1920s French Vintage Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Chrome

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Palmer Smith Art Deco Era Machine Age 8 x 10 Desk Top Aluminum picture frame
Palmer Smith Art Deco Era Machine Age 8 x 10 Desk Top Aluminum picture frame

Palmer Smith Art Deco Era Machine Age 8 x 10 Desk Top Aluminum picture frame

By Palmer Smith

Located in Ferndale, MI

Nicely crafted 8 x 10 desk top picture frame with star decoration stamped into the stepped edge frame . Riveted construction for the upright stand . Stamped with Palmer Smith logo , ...

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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Tessellated Bone Tile Horse Statue
Vintage Tessellated Bone Tile Horse Statue

Vintage Tessellated Bone Tile Horse Statue

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Tessellated Bone Tile Horse Statue Chinese tessellated bone horse sculpture is a stunning piece that pays homage to the Tang Dynasty pe...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone

Aluminum Alloy Stair-Step Machine Age Vase
Aluminum Alloy Stair-Step Machine Age Vase

Aluminum Alloy Stair-Step Machine Age Vase

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice aluminum alloy stair-step Machine Age vase, circa 1930's. The vessel is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"D x 12"H. Great Machine Age...

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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Turned Aluminum Machine Age Art Deco Candlesticks
Turned Aluminum Machine Age Art Deco Candlesticks

Turned Aluminum Machine Age Art Deco Candlesticks

By Nambe

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of well-crafted 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 fro...

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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Machine Age Art Deco Turned Aluminum Candlesticks
Machine Age Art Deco Turned Aluminum Candlesticks

Machine Age Art Deco Turned Aluminum Candlesticks

By Chase and Co.

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of machine age Art Deco turned solid aluminum candlesticks with tapered bodies and graduated design details. A great pair that would work with a midcentury, art deco or simple...

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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Fascinating Organically Shaped White Object Made of 4 Thick Layers of Wood
Fascinating Organically Shaped White Object Made of 4 Thick Layers of Wood

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...

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20th Century Dutch Machine Age Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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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.