Pen holder, Art Deco, beige marble, black metal, Germany, 1930s.
380 PLN
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This pen holder from the 1930s, made in Germany, captures the essence of Art Deco through its geometric, disciplined form and focus on functionality. The base, cut from beige marble with a warm, creamy tone and delicate natural veining, features a matte finish that subtly diffuses light. The semi-circular marble block is substantial, with crisp, straight edges that emphasize its architectural quality. A black-painted metal pen holder sits at an angle on a small cylindrical connector, displaying areas where the paint has worn away to reveal the raw metal beneath and a patina developed over time. The metal connector itself shows signs of oxidation and discoloration, bearing witness to decades of use. Structural integrity is retained—the piece remains stable and fully functional. Visible surface scratches, minor chips on the marble, and wear on the metal elements are consistent with its 1930s provenance; the pen holder is preserved in good condition.The modest yet striking form of this object tells the story of the 1930s, when German Art Deco fused the luxury of noble materials with everyday practicality at the desks of clerks, architects, and writers. The semi-translucent marble base recalls a time when light fell softly across workspaces, and ideas took shape beneath its gentle glow. The metal holder, marked by use and time, seems to whisper: "I've witnessed countless signatures, carried the weight of daily notes." Each blemish and scratch is an echo of past gestures, still resonating within the stone and metal.Today, the pen holder could be paired with a walnut or dark oak desk to accentuate the contrast between the marble's
DIMENSION
Height9.5 cm
Depth6 cm
Width9 cm
Dimension details
Width9 cm
Height9.5 cm
Depth6 cm
Weight1 kg
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