Rare Art Deco Stacked Brass & Copper Machine Age Humidor Box by John Ota, Pair

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Title: Rare Art Deco Stacked Brass & Copper Machine Age Humidor Box by John Ota, Pair

Description: Pair of matching rare 1935 all-original decorative boxes designed and produced by John Otar in California. These boxes feature individual triangular brass and copper plates stacked to create a spectacular, twisting spiral form. They are both signed on the bottom, inside, and lid 'Otar USA'. This is a significant piece of Mechanical Age functional design that is gaining increased appreciation by a wider public. Measurements: 4.75" Tall X 5.5" Wide X 5.5 Deep United States, 1935

Additional Info: Creator:
John Otar (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Copper
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1935
Condition:
Excellent
Seller Location:
Van Nuys, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 07670.4MS1stDibs: LU947446055872

Reserve: $1,787.00

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Rare Art Deco Stacked Brass & Copper Machine Age Humidor Box by John Ota, Pair

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Estimate $2,000-$2,500

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