Cash register, Art Nouveau, gold brass, USA, 19th c.
8 850 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 25170
This late 19th-century National cash register, manufactured in the United States for the Danish market, exemplifies mature American Art Nouveau. The construction is crafted from solid brass in a warm, golden-bronze tone, enriched by a natural patina that enhances its matte-satin finish. The entire surface is adorned with deeply embossed floral and vegetal motifs, creating an organic rhythm characteristic of the Art Nouveau style. The robust, rectangular base ensures stability, while the gently arched and highly decorative upper section gives the piece an elegant, vertical profile. The keyboard features round buttons in white, black, red, and blue shades, each set in a metallic bezel; the display window is marked with 'Kroner' and 'Ore', indicating its intended Scandinavian use. The cash drawer mechanism and side lever are integral elements of the construction, executed in solid metal. No evidence of modern restoration is present – all original components are intact, with only minor abrasions and a noble patina accentuating its historical character. The condition is very good and original, with the surface bearing only subtle signs of wear and no significant damage.This cash register carries the voice of the turn of the 20th century—a period when even utilitarian tools embodied artistic ambition. Its swirling motifs recall the façades of Art Nouveau city buildings, while the metallic surface, softly gleaming, evokes a bygone era of
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Height59 cm
Width39 cm
Length60 cm
Dimension details
Length60 cm
Height59 cm
Width39 cm
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