Item Report
Art Deco Onyx and Chrome Smoking Stand
By: Unknown
Style: Art Deco
Origin: United States
Materials: Chrome-plated metal, onyx or onyx-style glass, possibly Bakelite accents
Age: circa 1930-1945
Condition: Very Good (minor surface wear on metal, no visible cracks or chips, retaining original inserts, not professionally graded)
Value: $80 - $150 USD (auction liquidation estimate)
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker’s mark or writing identified in this image.
Date: 2025-06-09 06:14:08.325561
Description:
This is an Art Deco smoking stand, likely from the 1930s or 1940s. It features chrome-plated metal construction with pink and black onyx (or glass imitating onyx) insets on the base, stem, and surface platform. Smoking stands like this were designed to hold ashtrays, pipes, lighters, and matches. The ornate handle, decorative elements, and geometric design are characteristic of the Art Deco style, emphasizing both function and aesthetic appeal. The piece would have been used in a living room or smoking parlor as a fashionable accessory during the early to mid-20th century.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A well-preserved and stylish example of a period Art Deco smoking stand. These pieces were once commonplace but now serve as desirable collectibles, particularly when intact with original inserts and minimal corrosion. This example appears to be in very good condition with original parts and finish.
Individual Images:
- N/A (only one image provided; additional images focusing on the chrome details
- ashtray inserts
- or underside construction would help further confirm originality and assess condition in more depth).
Provenance:
No provenance provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor surface wear on metal, no visible cracks or chips, retaining original inserts, not professionally graded)
Identification Score: 95%
The distinctive geometric styling, chromed metalwork, and onyx-like features make this a classic Art Deco smoking stand, a popular accessory in American homes during the 1930s–1940s.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The materials, construction techniques, and wear patterns correspond with an authentic Art Deco period smoking stand. No signs indicate a recent reproduction.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Art Deco, smoking stand, 1930s, onyx, chrome, American decorative arts, vintage furniture
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