{"title":"Brass and Curiosities","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-brass-desk-magnifying-glass-ornate-handle-mid-20th-century-circa-1960s-1980s","title":"Vintage Brass Desk Magnifying Glass — Ornate Handle, Mid-20th Century (Circa 1960s–1980s)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eA charming mid-20th century magnifying glass featuring an ornate brass handle and classic round lens. Crafted in a Victorian-revival style popular in traditional desk accessories, the handle is beautifully detailed with a sculptural motif and warm aged brass finish that adds depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eMagnifying glasses like this were traditionally kept on desks or library tables for examining maps, letters, and fine print. Today, they make wonderful decorative objects—bringing a sense of curiosity and old-world charm to a bookshelf, study, or coffee table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eStyled atop a stack of books or paired with other vintage curiosities, this piece evokes the timeless atmosphere of a well-collected library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e• Vintage brass magnifying glass\u003cbr data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e• Ornate decorative handle\u003cbr data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e• Clear convex glass lens\u003cbr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e• Approx. 9–10 inches long\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e• Vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Joie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51861643428123,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8697\/8587\/files\/Vintage_Brass_Desk_Magnifying_Glass_Ornate_Handle_Mid-20th_Century_Circa_1960s_1980s.jpg?v=1776708792"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-mother-of-pearl-magnifying-glass-map-reader-library-desk-object","title":"Vintage Brass \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl Magnifying Glass — Map Reader \/ Library Desk Object","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eA brass and mother of pearl magnifying glass, late Victorian to Edwardian era. The handle is inlaid with panels of luminous mother of pearl set between ribbed brass collars, ending in a fluted ball finial. Equal parts scientific instrument and desk sculpture — the kind of object a serious reader keeps close, or a collector displays simply because it is too beautiful not to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e• Vintage brass magnifying glass\u003cbr data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e• Black and mother-of-pearl inlaid handle\u003cbr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e• Convex glass magnifying lens\u003cbr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e• Ideal for desk styling, reading, or display\u003cbr data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e• Likely mid-late 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eCondition:\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eVintage condition with light surface wear and patina consistent with age. 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The pieces have a beautiful aged brass patina and substantial weight, making them both decorative and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eMarked “Lacquered – Made in India” on the base, typical of quality brass export decor from the 1960s–1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003ePerfect for a bookshelf, console, study, or layered vignette. 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Originally made as a cigarette holder and ashtray, it now reads as a beautifully sculptural decorative piece with a worldly, collected sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eThe engraved globe detailing, warm aged brass finish, and compact architectural form give it a distinctive presence. Equal parts curiosity and conversation piece, it brings a layer of old-world charm to a desk, bookshelf, study, or bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eVintage brass globe cigarette holder and ashtray\u003cbr data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eArt Deco style\u003cbr data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"641\"\u003e1933 Chicago World’s Fair commemorative piece\u003cbr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\"\u003ePedestal base with globe-form top\u003cbr data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eAged brass patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eGood vintage condition with age-appropriate patina, light surface wear, scratches, and oxidation consistent with age and use. Beautifully unpolished with character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eLovely styled atop a stack of books, on a study shelf, or layered into a bar vignette. Pairs especially well with other collected brass objects, antique binoculars, match holders, boxed curiosities, and framed travel or equestrian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eCurated by Maison Joie – vintage objects selected for timeless interiors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Joie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51871932449051,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8697\/8587\/files\/Vintage_Brass_Globe_1933_Chicago_World_s_Fair_Art_Deco_Desk_Object.heic?v=1776708057"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-apple-bell","title":"Vintage Brass Apple Bell | Decorative Brass Fruit | Desk Accessory","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"428\"\u003eA solid brass apple, complete with stem and leaf — and when lifted, it rings. The bell tone is clear and warm, the kind of sound that makes a room feel alive. Use it as a dinner bell, a desk accessory, or simply as a beautiful object that happens to have a voice. The patina is natural and unlacquered, shifting from gold to olive in the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"428\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA small thing that brings unexpected joy — which is, after all, what Maison Joie is about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13brjor\" data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eSolid brass apple bell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s68td0\" data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eSculpted stem and leaf handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cy6m6d\" data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eWarm aged patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2odws0\" data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eInterior metal clapper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jhxknu\" data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eEstimated vintage: \u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e1970s–1980s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eGood vintage condition with natural patina, surface wear, and light marks consistent with age. The bell rings nicely and the clapper is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Joie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51897815269659,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8697\/8587\/files\/Vintage_Brass_Apple_Bell_Decorative_Brass_Fruit_Desk_Accessory.jpg?v=1776708195"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-turtle-trinket-box-match-holder","title":"Vintage Brass Turtle Trinket Box | Match Holder","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eA charming vintage brass turtle box with a hinged shell lid, designed with beautifully detailed sculptural texture across the shell and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eThe turtle’s shell lifts to reveal a small compartment that can be used for matches, rings, or other tiny treasures. The warm brass patina gives the piece a lovely aged character that works beautifully layered into a collected tabletop or desk vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eThis piece adds a touch of whimsy and curiosity while still feeling classic and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003ePerfect styled on a coffee table, desk, bookshelf, or bedside table alongside vintage books, magnifying glasses, and other collected objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eBeautiful styled as:\u003cbr\u003e• a match holder beside a candle\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e• a ring or jewelry holder\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e• a desk curiosity\u003cbr data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e• part of a stacked object vignette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eVintage brass with natural patina and light surface wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eCurated by Maison Joie – vintage objects selected for timeless interiors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Joie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51898501398811,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8697\/8587\/files\/Vintage_Brass_Turtle_Trinket_Box_Match_Holder.heic?v=1776707992"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-helmet-jardiniere","title":"Vintage Brass Helmet Jardinière","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are pieces that simply belong at a table. This is one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautifully polished vintage brass helmet jardinière, warm and golden, with the kind of presence that turns an ordinary gathering into something memorable. Tuck two or three bottles of champagne inside, nestle it in ice, and watch it become the most talked-about thing at your next dinner party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts classic helmet form — graceful arched handle, small side handle, stable footed base — speaks to a time when everyday objects were made with care and intention. The subtle scratches and gentle dents are not flaws; they are proof of a life well lived, of rooms filled with warmth and laughter before it found its way to yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolish it. Fill it with garden clippings. Let it hold your kindling. Chill your rosé in it on a summer evening. However you choose to live with it, it will be beautiful.\u003cbr\u003eThat is the Maison Joie way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 17” handle to handle × 13” wide × 10.5” tall\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition with minor scratches and light denting\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Brass\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Joie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52018572853531,"sku":null,"price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8697\/8587\/files\/Vintage_Brass_Helmet_Jardini_re_Champagne_Cooler_or_Planter_Polished_Brass_Vessel.jpg?v=1776707602"},{"product_id":"untitled-apr5_16-28","title":"Antique Hammered Brass Coal Bucket Jardinière | Rococo Claw Feet | Planter | Champagne Chiller","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome pieces don’t just sit in a room — they reign over it.\u003cbr\u003eThis exquisite antique hammered brass oval jardinière is the kind of find that stops you in your tracks. Hand-beaten brass catches the light in that particular way only age can produce — warm, golden, alive. Ornate rococo-style appliqué scrolls across the front in cast brass, flanked by the most beautiful scallop shell and claw feet you’ve ever seen on a piece this intimate in scale.\u003cbr\u003eAn auction lot tag remains on the base — a quiet little proof of a life well traveled. Before it found us, it found someone else who loved it enough to send it out into the world properly. Now it’s yours to discover.\u003cbr\u003eFill it with lemons on a kitchen island. Pile it with clementines in winter. Arrange garden clippings in it on a dining table. Tuck champagne and ice inside for a dinner party and simply accept the compliments all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note there are a few small areas where the seams have opened slightly — easily sealed if you plan to use it with water or ice. As with all antique metalwork, this is simply evidence of a long and beautiful life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCirca 1880–1910. English. 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Post-1891 Edwardian era, this piece crossed an ocean at some point and found its way here, to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes it truly extraordinary is what hasn’t been done to it. The deep, dark olive-bronze patina is completely untouched — that moody, almost architectural warmth that interior designers are hunting for right now and simply cannot replicate. This is a century of air and light and life, accumulated slowly and beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse it fireside for logs or kindling. Style it as a dramatic planter with trailing ivy or sculptural branches. Pack it with champagne and ice and let it be the most beautiful thing at your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note: we strongly recommend leaving the patina as nature intended. Polishing this piece would diminish its extraordinary character and value.\u003cbr\u003eMade in England. Edwardian era, circa 1900–1920. 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