Vintage Brass Globe — 1933 Chicago World's Fair Art Deco Desk Object

A striking Art Deco tabletop object in solid brass, designed as a miniature globe on a pedestal base. Originally made as a cigarette holder and ashtray, it now reads as a beautifully sculptural decorative piece with a worldly, collected sensibility.

The 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.

Details

Vintage brass globe cigarette holder and ashtray
Art Deco style
1933 Chicago World’s Fair commemorative piece
Pedestal base with globe-form top
Aged brass patina

Condition

Good vintage condition with age-appropriate patina, light surface wear, scratches, and oxidation consistent with age and use. Beautifully unpolished with character throughout.

Styling Notes

Lovely 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.

Curated by Maison Joie – vintage objects selected for timeless interiors.