This paperweight from the 1960s is a solid steel cube, substantial in form and set atop a sculptural, tiered circular base with an architectural character. The construction, crafted entirely of steel and finished in a cool silver semi-gloss, features a play of light and shadow across its crisp surfaces. Each face is punctuated with deeply set hemispherical indents—pips—integral to the design and made from the same material, emphasizing modernist cohesion and visual unity. With dimensions of 8 × 9 × 15 cm, the proportions are balanced and symmetrical, with a pronounced purity that merges clarity of form with the monumentality associated with postwar Art Deco. The condition is excellent; only minimal micro-scratches, consistent with careful vintage use, are apparent and confirm its original, collectable state. The object captures the spirit of an era when geometric restraint and precision mirrored the optimism of industrial progress. Were it able to speak, this paperweight might tell the story of fascination with American skylines and modernist architecture—echoed in the tiered, skyscraper-like base. Steel's calculated coolness signals practicality, while the die motif references a playful uncertainty, making this a symbol both of design ingenuity and the era’s faith in industrious aesthetics. This paperweight could be displayed in a study or living room, positioned on a walnut or ebony desk where its geometric presence forms a subtle visual anchor. It may be paired with accessories of similar clarity—such as a brass desk organizer, Bauhaus-inspired lamp, or minimalist milk-glass tray. The piece complements interiors in the mid-century modern or Art Deco idiom, while also providing an intriguing counterpoint amidst textiles or large, graphic wall art.
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Height15 cm
Depth9 cm
Width8 cm
Dimension details
Width8 cm
Height15 cm
Depth9 cm
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