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Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the Form of a Piano
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Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the Form of a Piano

1920 - 1940
Sold 27 September 2025 · Jane Short Antiques
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Description

A charming Art Deco musical cigarette box in the form of a piano. When wound, it plays "Silent Night" and two little lights driven by batteries come on. At the same time, the metal cigarette holders raise up to offer a cigarette.

It is very unusual, works well and almost certainly German.

The piano itself has inlaid marquetry defining the piano keys and other decoration. Overall the wood used is beech. There is a gilded plaque on the piano lid which shows a violin with a wreath and a music score. All in good condition commensurate with age.

We would be happy to send a little video showing how it works. Circa 1940

We can deliver free of charge in UK Mainland and can calculate the cost for international delivery

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Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Jane Short Antiques has dated this Art Deco Piano Music Box to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1101538
Dealers Internal Reference
A4226
Description
A charming Art Deco musical cigarette box in the form of a piano. When wound, it plays "Silent Night" and two little lights driven by batteries come on. At the same time, the metal cigarette holders raise up to offer a cigarette.
fig 1. An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid.
fig 1. Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the Form of a Piano

It is very unusual, works well and almost certainly German.

The piano itself has inlaid marquetry defining the piano keys and other decoration. Overall the wood used is beech. There is a gilded plaque on the piano lid which shows a violin with a wreath and a music score. All in good condition commensurate with age.

fig 2. An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid.
fig 2. Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the Form of a Piano

We would be happy to send a little video showing how it works. Circa 1940

We can deliver free of charge in UK Mainland and can calculate the cost for international delivery

Payment by bank transfer, PayPal or card via telephone.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated this Art Deco Piano Music Box to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101538
Dealers Internal Ref
A4226
Jane Short Antiques
Jane Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

30 years of expertise in 17th- to early 20th-century furniture and fine art

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Archive I An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the Form of a Piano

Archive II An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View II
Archive III An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View III
Archive IV An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View IV
Archive V An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View V
Archive VI An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View VI
Archive VII An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid. View VIII
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Jane Short Antiques
Telephone 07850 937057 or 07540 126714
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An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid.
Art Deco Musical Cigarette Box in the form of a Piano
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An antique wooden musical cigarette box fashioned in the shape of a grand piano, featuring geometric marquetry veneer on the side and a brass violin and book motif on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialWood, Brass, Veneer
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay, Turned wooden legs, Relief brass plaque, Miniature grand piano shape
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

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Art Deco emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, characterised by sleek geometric shapes, stylised motifs, and a combination of traditional and modern materials reflecting industrial progress.

These pieces typically utilised a combination of hardwoods, veneers such as walnut or mahogany, brass mechanisms, and occasionally inlaid elements like marquetry or mother-of-pearl.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the quality of the mechanical movement, hand-cut dovetailing or joinery, natural wear patterns on the wood, and the specific style of metalwork hardware.

Place the piece on a coffee table, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to serve as a tactile conversation starter that adds historic character and textural contrast to modern schemes.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, dust gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoid using chemical polishes that can degrade historical finishes.
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