Art Deco Wooden German Cigarette Box – Three-Tier Concertina Mechanism – c. 1930 - No reserve price - Cigarette box - Wood
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Description from the seller
Art Deco Wooden Cigarette Box with Three-Tier Concertina Mechanism and Integrated Match Striker – c. 1920s/1930s
A beautiful and distinctive Art Deco tabletop cigarette box, dating from approximately the 1920s–1930s, featuring an ingenious three-tier expanding mechanism and a cleverly integrated match striker.
The elegantly curved wooden lid, rounded corners, warm reddish-brown finish and original metal handle reflect the refined geometric aesthetic of the Art Deco period.
Opening the lid reveals three beautifully crafted wooden cigarette holders with individually carved grooves, connected by an articulated metal mechanism that unfolds into an attractive stepped display.
An especially interesting and practical feature is the original match striker integrated inside the box, allowing matches to be struck directly within the compartment. This thoughtful detail highlights the ingenuity and attention to functionality characteristic of early 20th-century design.
The contrast between the darker exterior and the lighter natural wood interior adds considerable decorative appeal.
Condition
Preserved in beautiful original patina, with authentic signs of age and use consistent with its period. The interior retains its original character, including natural wear and oxidation to the metal components.
A very small, discreet conservation repair is visible on one rear corner. It does not detract from the overall beauty or decorative character of the piece.
Details
Period: Circa 1920s–1930s
Style: Art Deco
Materials: Wood and metal
Mechanism: Three-tier articulated concertina cigarette holder
Special feature: Integrated match striker inside the box
Dimensions: 24 × 14 × 7 cm (closed)
Condition: Original vintage patina with minor age-related wear and a small conservation repair
A charming and increasingly uncommon example of early 20th-century smoking accessories, combining elegant Art Deco styling, mechanical ingenuity and a practical integrated match striker.
An attractive collector's item and decorative object for an elegant desk, library or Art Deco interior.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 is a business specializing in the research, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and character.
The selection mainly includes interior complements and decorative objects, vintage lighting, globes and maps, perpetual desk calendars, pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop items, signs, decorative containers and other small collectible items.
Each piece is individually researched and selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. When possible, the object is also studied and contextualized to reconstruct its history, era and function.
Archivio51 operates primarily through online sales platforms, addressing collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and international clients seeking original and uncommon objects.
The goal is not merely to sell used objects, but to bring pieces with a story back to light and give them a new place, preserving their identity, charm and authenticity.
Archivio51 – Selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
Translated by Google TranslateArt Deco Wooden Cigarette Box with Three-Tier Concertina Mechanism and Integrated Match Striker – c. 1920s/1930s
A beautiful and distinctive Art Deco tabletop cigarette box, dating from approximately the 1920s–1930s, featuring an ingenious three-tier expanding mechanism and a cleverly integrated match striker.
The elegantly curved wooden lid, rounded corners, warm reddish-brown finish and original metal handle reflect the refined geometric aesthetic of the Art Deco period.
Opening the lid reveals three beautifully crafted wooden cigarette holders with individually carved grooves, connected by an articulated metal mechanism that unfolds into an attractive stepped display.
An especially interesting and practical feature is the original match striker integrated inside the box, allowing matches to be struck directly within the compartment. This thoughtful detail highlights the ingenuity and attention to functionality characteristic of early 20th-century design.
The contrast between the darker exterior and the lighter natural wood interior adds considerable decorative appeal.
Condition
Preserved in beautiful original patina, with authentic signs of age and use consistent with its period. The interior retains its original character, including natural wear and oxidation to the metal components.
A very small, discreet conservation repair is visible on one rear corner. It does not detract from the overall beauty or decorative character of the piece.
Details
Period: Circa 1920s–1930s
Style: Art Deco
Materials: Wood and metal
Mechanism: Three-tier articulated concertina cigarette holder
Special feature: Integrated match striker inside the box
Dimensions: 24 × 14 × 7 cm (closed)
Condition: Original vintage patina with minor age-related wear and a small conservation repair
A charming and increasingly uncommon example of early 20th-century smoking accessories, combining elegant Art Deco styling, mechanical ingenuity and a practical integrated match striker.
An attractive collector's item and decorative object for an elegant desk, library or Art Deco interior.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 is a business specializing in the research, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and character.
The selection mainly includes interior complements and decorative objects, vintage lighting, globes and maps, perpetual desk calendars, pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop items, signs, decorative containers and other small collectible items.
Each piece is individually researched and selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. When possible, the object is also studied and contextualized to reconstruct its history, era and function.
Archivio51 operates primarily through online sales platforms, addressing collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and international clients seeking original and uncommon objects.
The goal is not merely to sell used objects, but to bring pieces with a story back to light and give them a new place, preserving their identity, charm and authenticity.
Archivio51 – Selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer/brand
Art Deco Wooden German Cigarette Box – Three-Tier Concertina Mechanism – c. 1930
Material
Wood
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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