A highly appealing Art Deco lidded box, originating from Denmark in the 1930s. This piece beautifully embodies the transition from Art Nouveau/Skønvirke to the streamlined aesthetics of the Art Deco period, a style that dominated Danish design at the time.
The round wooden body features clean lines and a simple, elegant silhouette. The true focal point is the substantial, stylized metal sculpture of a resting deer that serves as the handle/finial on the lift-off lid. This motif and the patinated metal finish are strongly evocative of the period's premier metalwork, particularly the work of master silversmith Just Andersen, who frequently used animal motifs and his own 'Disko-metal' alloy for decorative objects.
This piece is versatile, serving perfectly as a jewelry casket, a box for small collectibles, or an eye-catching decorative accent for a desktop or vanity. It represents a classic piece of mid-century Danish Brugskunst (applied art).
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The wood is well-preserved with a lovely patina. The metal deer is intact and securely mounted.
 
Specifications:
Origin: Denmark
Style: Art Deco, Skønvirke/Art Deco Transition
Period: Circa 1930s
Materials: Wood, Metal (possibly Disko-metal or similar patinated alloy)
Dimensions:
Height: 4 inches (10 cm)
Diameter: 6 inches (15.5 cm)