No. 99467001

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Model plane - Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base
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€ 46
3 weeks ago

Model plane - Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base

Exclusive Art Deco Paperweight: Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base – Collector's Luxury for Your Desk Step back into the glamorous age of the Machine with this magnificent Art Deco paperweight, a refined twin-engine aircraft model. This isn't merely a decorative object; it is a shimmering tribute to the roaring twenties and thirties, a period defined by progress, speed, and sleek, uncompromising design, now reinterpreted with functionality and prestige. The Story – A Touch of the Golden Age of Flight for Your Desk Imagine this piece adorning the mahogany desk of a powerful magnate or a pioneering aviator in a 1930s Manhattan penthouse, stylishly keeping important documents in order. The aircraft, with its classic double-propeller configuration, captures the spirit of the early transcontinental flights—a true symbol of daring and innovation, now at your fingertips to inspire your workday. The metallic finish reflects light with a sophisticated gleam, perfectly embodying the luxury and streamlined aesthetic of the Art Deco era. It rests proudly on a substantial, deep black/green marble base, which not only offers a captivating visual contrast but also guarantees the ideal weight and stability for a premium paperweight. This piece is a tangible connection to an epoch where design met technology, transforming into an object of extraordinary daily beauty. Why This Item Commands a High Price Luxury Functionality: It combines the elegance of an art object with the practicality of a weighty paperweight, elevating the aesthetic of any desk. Rarity & Style: Authentic or high-quality tribute pieces in the Art Deco style, especially those that merge design and utility, are highly sought after by decorators and collectors worldwide. Material Quality: The combination of weighty, highly polished metal and genuine marble elevates this item beyond a typical souvenir, making it a significant work of desk art, designed to last and impress. Collector Appeal: Perfect for enthusiasts of Art Déco, vintage aviation, luxury desk objects, and, of course, exceptional paperweights. Its elegant lines make it a striking focal point in any office, study, or sophisticated interior. Key Features for Collectors and Design Enthusiasts Style: Art Deco, Streamline Moderne Era: 1930s. Materials: Polished Metal and Solid Marble Base Object Type: Luxury Paperweight, Decorative Aircraft Model, Vintage Collectible Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition (Refer to photos for exact details) Dimensions: Wingspan: 23 cm Height: 14 cm Shipping: We guarantee 100% professional and secure packaging to protect the marble base and the metal details. Tracked and insured shipping is provided to ensure your valuable collectible paperweight arrives in perfect condition.

No. 99467001

Sold
Model plane - Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base

Model plane - Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base

Exclusive Art Deco Paperweight: Twin-Engine Aircraft Model on Marble Base – Collector's Luxury for Your Desk

Step back into the glamorous age of the Machine with this magnificent Art Deco paperweight, a refined twin-engine aircraft model. This isn't merely a decorative object; it is a shimmering tribute to the roaring twenties and thirties, a period defined by progress, speed, and sleek, uncompromising design, now reinterpreted with functionality and prestige.


The Story – A Touch of the Golden Age of Flight for Your Desk

Imagine this piece adorning the mahogany desk of a powerful magnate or a pioneering aviator in a 1930s Manhattan penthouse, stylishly keeping important documents in order. The aircraft, with its classic double-propeller configuration, captures the spirit of the early transcontinental flights—a true symbol of daring and innovation, now at your fingertips to inspire your workday.

The metallic finish reflects light with a sophisticated gleam, perfectly embodying the luxury and streamlined aesthetic of the Art Deco era. It rests proudly on a substantial, deep black/green marble base, which not only offers a captivating visual contrast but also guarantees the ideal weight and stability for a premium paperweight. This piece is a tangible connection to an epoch where design met technology, transforming into an object of extraordinary daily beauty.


Why This Item Commands a High Price

Luxury Functionality:
It combines the elegance of an art object with the practicality of a weighty paperweight, elevating the aesthetic of any desk.

Rarity & Style:
Authentic or high-quality tribute pieces in the Art Deco style, especially those that merge design and utility, are highly sought after by decorators and collectors worldwide.

Material Quality:
The combination of weighty, highly polished metal and genuine marble elevates this item beyond a typical souvenir, making it a significant work of desk art, designed to last and impress.

Collector Appeal:
Perfect for enthusiasts of Art Déco, vintage aviation, luxury desk objects, and, of course, exceptional paperweights. Its elegant lines make it a striking focal point in any office, study, or sophisticated interior.


Key Features for Collectors and Design Enthusiasts

Style: Art Deco, Streamline Moderne
Era: 1930s.
Materials: Polished Metal and Solid Marble Base Object
Type: Luxury Paperweight, Decorative Aircraft Model, Vintage Collectible

Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition (Refer to photos for exact details)


Dimensions:
Wingspan: 23 cm Height: 14 cm


Shipping:
We guarantee 100% professional and secure packaging to protect the marble base and the metal details. Tracked and insured shipping is provided to ensure your valuable collectible paperweight arrives in perfect condition.

Final bid
€ 46
Francisco Álvarez
Expert
Estimate  € 190 - € 230

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