
Outstanding and super rare, early art deco c. 1910 - 1915 patinated bronze nude lady flapper cigar box, trinket or jewelry tray, signed JB for Jennings Brothers and lined in bakelite (most likely a retrofit.) The nude lady is lying provactively on the lid, smoking a cigar. She has all the drama and risque attitude that is synonymous with the art deco period. The attention to detail and execution are stunning, and of the finest craftsmanship. She is classic of the period with her bobbed hair and curvaceous body type. There are some Arts & Crafts overtones with the floral decoration on the sides.
CONDITION: In excellent original condition with a rich patina. No damage or repairs that I've been able to determine.
SIZE: Piece measures 5 inches tall and 6 1/2 long.
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Andrea
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From the first time I watched Astaire and Rogers float across a dance floor as a young girl, I have loved art deco design, art, fashion and jewelry. So bold and beautiful, and so different from anything that came before it. Art deco changed social and design sensibilities forever. A lifetime collector of high quality antiques and vintage, I started by making contacts, researching and learning. Picking the best of the best, I live with art deco and vintage decor and used to wear the fashions of the day. To say that I feel in love is an understatement. I reveled in the fact that I was able to reflect my unique style and sensibilities with a marriage of old and new. What you see in my shop is my personal collection. Since I was in my teens I have bought what pleases me, what I find beautiful and unique, and the things that speak to me on a creative level. I hope that you can see and feel the passion and love that I feel for antiques and vintage pieces and share with you. You will find art deco, collectible and vintage fine art paintings, original illustrations and magazine covers, home decor, marble, alabaster and metal lamps, nude flapper table lamps, sterling silver decorative accents and tableware for the home and entertaining, designer and estate jewelry and fine vintage watches in my shop.