1930s Incredible Art Deco Antique Aluminum Brass Wine Cooler Ice Bucket Grape Design Trophy Presentation Horse Show

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A striking blend of modernist elegance and sporting history, this Art Deco aluminum Coldchester wine cooler was designed by Lurelle … Read more A striking blend of modernist elegance and sporting history, this Art Deco aluminum Coldchester wine cooler was designed by Lurelle Guild for Kensington Ware circa 1930. Its clean, tapering aluminum form exemplifies the streamlined sophistication of the era, beautifully contrasted by a richly detailed brass band adorned with grape and leaf motifs—a classic nod to wine culture rendered in bold Deco style.

Adding both ornament and function are the moveable brass grape-cluster handles, which lend sculptural charm and a pleasing sense of weight and craftsmanship. The piece is further distinguished by its provenance as a presentation trophy, bearing a finely engraved inscription commemorating the Oxford Horse Show, dated July 4, 1936, giving it a unique narrative that bridges design, celebration, and equestrian tradition.

Measuring 10.5 inches high by 8.5 inches in diameter and weighing approximately 3 pounds, this cooler has a substantial, quality feel while remaining refined and versatile. The Kensington Ware logo is inscribed on the base. Good vintage condition with light signs of age-related wear and handling. It does not sit perfectly flat and has a slight lean back, we believe this may have been intentional. Please review the photos for further condition assessment.

Equally compelling as a functional wine or champagne cooler or as a standalone decorative object, this piece is a superb example of American Art Deco design—ideal for collectors of period metalwork, barware, or historically significant decorative arts. See less