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20th Century Austrian Bronze standing English Bulldog, Franz Bergman (Mangreb)
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann), Franz Bergmann
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
This 20th Century Austrian Vienna Bronze depicts a standing English Bulldog, attributed to Franz Bergman (Mangreb). Crafted with exquisite detail, the piece showcases a warm dark bro...
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20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Brass Jam Pan. English 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great rustic accessory for the country kitchen Country house condition. Original patina to brass and rusty iron handle Free UK shipping
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Antique 1870s English Folk Art Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Brass, Iron

Howard Miller Floor (Grandfather) Clock, Model #610-892, Westminster Chime
Located in Phoenix, AZ
2002 Howard Miller grandfather clock with beautiful Westminster chime. Franz Hermle movement, model # 610-892. Serial # MF0023650062. Solid wood case made of...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...

Materials

Oak

Antique Chalk Bust of “Cleopatra” with Head Band and Asp
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning and elegant antique French Art Nouveau polychrome plaster bust sculpture of the famous Egyptian Queen Cleopatra, with amazing sculpture details and colors, she is wearing ...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Plaster, Paint

Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flower Vase U by Ettore Sottsass
By Design Gallery Milano, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese artificial flower vase U by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 signed and numbered pieces, number 4 / ...
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1990s European Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Murano Glass Pink Small Vase with a Frill, Italy, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A lovely Mid-Century Modern white Glass vase from the 1960s. Original vintage good condition. Only one unique piece.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Mid Century Murano Glass Pink Small Vase with a Frill, Italy, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A lovely Mid-Century Modern white Glass vase from the 1960s. Original vintage good condition. Only one unique piece.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Adorable, Pedigree French Poodle, Toffee Glaze Ceramic Figurine, Vallauris 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Sporting a 'Dutch Cut' to his coat, this adorable ceramic poodle stands tall and proud Collar and feet are gilded, the glaze is a delicious toffee caramel colour and the eyes are pin...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Art Nouveau Stylised Ceramic Vase By Horsens Danico, Denmark c1920
By Horstens Danico
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Art nouveau in design and era, a fabulously glazed ceramic vase by Horsens Danico Denmark A super little vase to collect Circa 1920's Signed Danico, 221 Denmark Height 4.25 inch, Dia...
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Valentine by Ettore Sottsass 1968 Olivetti
By Olivetti, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Lucca, IT
Valentine Rossa Macchina da Scrivere design Ettore Sottsass production Olivetti Italy 1968 Valentine original and complete with everything first series . Fantastic typewriter , Vale...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Plastic

19th Century Grand Tour Marble Nude Torso Sculpture Life Size
Located in New York, NY
19th century grand tour marble nude torso sculpture An antique marble torso sculpture, depicting the torso of a Dancing Faun. This remnant of a...
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Gianmaria Buccellati, an Italian Silver Furry Model of a Giraffe
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Gianmaria Buccellati, An Italian Silver Furry Model of A Giraffe. A captivating piece of art from the 20th century, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite scu...
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20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Decorative Object Dog Porcelain Sculpture Midcentury Modern Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very nice and large dog in white enamelled porcelain with golden definitions. Italian production from the 70s. Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent service even in shi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Louis XVI Style Pair of Silver Plated and Crystal Candle Holders by Morlot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very fine pair of antique silver-plated candle holders in the Louis XVI style, dating from the 19th century, each topped with a cut crystal drip tray and featuring a glittering fri...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Textured corroso and Cut Hyaline Glass Vessel, Mid-20th Century
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Orrefors
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this Textured Corroso and Cut Hyaline Glass Vessel from the mid-20th century offers a captivating opportunity to acquire a piece of exquisite craftsmanship and artistic ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Coppia di busti in Ceramica chiara- G. Cesare e Adriano imperatori-made in Italy
By Laboratorio Todini
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Giulio Cesare, Adriano busto, Scultura, busto imperatore, Busto Giulio Cesare, busto imperatore Augusto, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, busto cre...
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Early 2000s European Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Paris Porcelain Basket Vase
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A stunning openwork corbeille, or basket vase, dating from the early 19th century Empire Period, beautifully crafted from Old Paris Porcelain and richly gilded all over its delicatel...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Decorative Baskets

Materials

Porcelain

Vieux Paris / Vieux Bruxelles - Pair of Rococo Revival Vases
By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Very ornate pair of Vieux Paris or Vieux Bruxelles romantic vases, second half 19th century Baluster form, heavy porcelain vases decorated with flowers and floral sprays on a lilac f...
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Antique 19th Century European Rococo Revival Garniture

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Oriental Characters from R. Anatra, 1960s, Set of 2
By Renato Anatra
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this set of Murano Oriental Characters from R. Anatra, originating from the 1960s, offers a captivating glimpse into the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic heritage of...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage resin natural seascape 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this decorative Vintage Resin Natural Seascape from the 1960s offers a unique opportunity to bring a piece of nature's beauty into your home...
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Vintage 1960s Space Age Natural Specimens

Materials

Resin

Vintage Chinese Dragon Vase in Cast Bronze with Chinoiserie Style Detailing
Located in Glasgow, GB
1970s Chinese vase: a striking example of craftsmanship and skill. The vase has been cast in bronze, and is distinguished by its finely detailed sculptural dragon neck - an emblem o...
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Vases

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné - Vase, Beaker and Owl Ornament - Blue Toned
Located in Glasgow, GB
This vintage Chinese cloisonné collection features a trio of miniature blue ornaments, with each exuding its own unique charm and delicate design....
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Retro Style Green Glass Ashtray in the style of Barovier
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Glasgow, GB
This Mid Century glass dish exudes a retro charm, crafted from luminous bright green glass. Its bold and vivid design draws inspiration from the iconic 'a grosse costolature' dish by...
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Shark Sculpture, 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This Murano Glass Shark Sculpture from the 1960s, crafted with vibrant orange and clear glass, offers a compelling blend of artistic mastery and ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Liskeard Glass, Large ‘Bullicante’ Egg Shaped Paperweigh Circa 1970s
Located in Glasgow, GB
This large vintage paperweight, crafted in the 1970s by the renowned English glassmakers Liskeard Glass, showcases the exquisite 'bullicante' tech...
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Red Porcelain ‘Prunus’ Ginger Jar
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vintage Japanese ginger jar, hand-glazed and adorned with a ‘prunus’ illustration in vibrant blue. The body of the caddy is glazed in deep red, and atop is delicate design of hand ...
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Urns

Materials

Gold

Vintage Chinese Painted Eggshells on Wooden Display Plinths - Set of 6
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage Chinese Painted Eggs: This collection features a selection of hand-painted eggshells, each showcased on a carved wooden plinth. These piec...
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Qing Mounted Objects

Materials

Eggshell

Modern Candle Holder Silver Art Deco Style Candlesticks, 1997s
Located in Hampshire, GB
Modern silver pair of Art Deco-style silver candlesticks, pressed, cast, and chased. Circular, curved feet with hinged. Tested with the scratch test, height approx. 24cm, diameter 21...
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1990s Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal, Silver Leaf

Umberto Mascagni Designed Italian 20th Century Sleek Desk Accessory Photo Frame
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage circa 1970's Italian desk accessory picture frame designed by Umberto Mascagni. The frame is presented on the front in a chrome, almost pewter finish with a golden gilt wit...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

1810s Large Lidded Porcelain Apothecary Jar, 1st Empire Period
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A wonderful Empire period porcelain lidded apothecary jar, dating from the 19th century. Exuberantly decorated with a vibrantly enamelled design of exotic birds and butterflies on a ...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Jars

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Mid Century Glass Yellow and White Small Vase with a Frill, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A lovely Mid-Century Modern white porcelain/ceramic vase from the 1960s. Original vintage good condition. Only one unique piece.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Blue and White Delft Large Lidded Baluster Vase
By Delft
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A large and handsome Delft lidded baluster vase, in the traditional blue and white colour scheme of this Dutch pottery producer. The vase dates from the second half of the 20th centu...
Category

20th Century Dutch Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Giovanni de Simone Hand-Painted Jug Vase
By Giovanni de Simone
Located in Skokie, IL
Giovanni de Simone Hand-Painted Jug Vase This three-sided handled jug vase by famed Italian artist Giovanni de Simone (1930-1991) is an original gem. The...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Glass Hippopotamus Paperweight By Bertil Vallien For Kosta Boda
By Bertil Vallien, Kosta Boda
Located in Toronto, ON
Glass hippopotamus by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. Vallien created a zoo animal series for Kosta Boda in 1975 which was called the “Boda Zoo”. It featured z...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Mid-century Raymor Glazed Ceramic Smoking Set Italy, Box, Lighter and Ashtray
By Raymor
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Raymor Glazed Ceramic Smoking Set Italy, Box, Lighter and Ashtray Offered for sale is an Italian mid-century modern Raymor smoking set including a covered cigarette box,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Delightful Hand Blown Glass Black Songbird Mike Hunter, Twists Studio, Scotland
By Mike Hunter
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
The sweetest of hand blown glass songbirds by the renowned glass artist, Mike Hunter of Twists Studio in Scotland Solid black as night glass, with a bright yellow beak Signed M Hunter...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Decorative Object Animal Sculpture Crystal Glass Lalique Midcentury France 1960s
By Lalique
Located in Palermo, IT
Sculpture depicting a bird made of Lalique Paris crystal glass, sculpted and handcrafted. Signature below. France in the 60s. Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent servi...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Louis Auguste Moreau Set of Two Boys Spelter Sculptures 19th Century
By Louis Auguste Moreau
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Introducing exquisite 19th-century sculptures by Louis Auguste Moreau on 1stdibs. “Sortie d’école” depicts a joyful boy with a spinning top, clad in a charming outfit, standing on a ...
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Spelter

French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1700-1750. Weathered.
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Antique 18th Century French Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Small French 18th-19th Century Alabaster Mortar
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely and rare small alabaster mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Weathered but good condition.
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Decorative Bowls

Materials

Alabaster

Small 18th Century Italian Carved Wooden Head with Glass Eyes
Located in Buisson, FR
Stunning handcarved wooden head fragment with beautiful expression and glass eyes, Italy, circa 1750-1800. Beautiful example of 18th century craftsmanship. Weathered Measurement ...
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

French 19th Century Alabaster Sculpture of a Young Girl with a Bonnet
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This 19th-century alabaster bust portrays a charming young girl with an exquisite profile. The statue, crafted in a pristine white hue, captures the innocence and grace of youth. The...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Busts

Materials

Alabaster

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Bronze Lidded Vase
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique French Servres porcelain vase with hand painted decor and bronze details. Marked on the bottom and the lid.
Category

Early 20th Century French Vases

Materials

Bronze

Set of 2 Capodimonte Principe Porcelain "Sleeping children" Made in Italy 1980
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Capodimonte Principe porcelain "Sleeping children", Made in Italy, 1980s Pair of Capodimonte porcelain figurines from the famous Principe company. They date back to the 80s ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Art Déco Silvered Bronze Rabbit Sculpture by Animalier Swiss Author E.M. Sandoz
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco silvered/nickeled bronze rabbit sculpture designed by animalier swiss author Édouard-Marcel Sandoz to be manufactured by the french firm Susse Frères By: Édouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Frères Material: bronze, nickel, silver, metal Technique: polished, silvered, hand-crafted, patinated, metalwork, cast Dimensions: 2 in x 1.5 in x 2 in Date: early 20th century, circa 1930 Style: Art Déco, Animalier Place of origin: France This small sculpture, crafted by hand in nickel-plated bronze, depicts a rabbit with ears bowed in a gesture of meekness, its form affixed atop a sturdy base of matching material. In this case, the signature of artist...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver, Nickel, Bronze

Male torso - "Gaddi torso" carved on white Carrara marble
By Laboratorio Todini
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient torso, Gaddi torso Male torso carved on beautiful white Carrara marble, ori...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Greco Roman Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Porcelain Figurine, Italy, 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Porcelain figurine, Italy, 1940s Family item, Wedding gift from my great grandparents. Integral, only small signs of the time. 27 cm high.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Crystal and Silver Vase, Italy, 1990s
Located in Palermo, IT
Crystal and silver vase, Italy, 1990s Intact, never used.
Category

1990s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Bronze Mortar and Pestle, Italy, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Bronze mortar and pestle, Italy, 1950s Found in a country house. Good conditions. The mortar has a height of 8 cm and a diameter of 10 cm. The pestle is 18 cm long.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Capodimonte Figurine by Sandro Maggioni, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Capodimonte figurine by Sandro Maggioni, Italy, 1980s Represents a model from 1908. Complete and in excellent condition. The works of this artist...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Capodimonte Figurines by Sandro Maggioni, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Capodimonte figurines by Sandro Maggioni, Italy, 1980s One represents a model from 1913 and the other from 1930. Intact and in excellent ...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Glass and 925 Silver Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass and 925 silver vase, Italy, 1960s Purchased by my grandparents, during their honeymoon, in a shop in Piazza San Marco in Venice. Intact, good condition, small signs of a...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Two Early 20th Century Rustic Traditional Wood Cow Sculptures
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of Two Early 20th Century Rustic Traditional Wood Cow Sculptures. Manufactured in France. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful...
Category

20th Century French Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Modern Acrobats on Rings Figurative Metal Sculpture Mounted on Square Base
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Acrobats on Rings Figurative Metal Sculpture Mounted on Square Base Offered for sale is a modern metal sculpture of an acrobatic figure in brass dancing within multiple metal...
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Bowl with Blue Dragon
Located in New York, NY
A highly decorative antique Japanese Meiji period bowl decorated with cloisonne enamel patterns. The interior of the bowl is adorned with several panels with traditional benevolent s...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Bowls

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase featuring intricate foliage motifs complemented by two exquisite floral panels. The meticulous craftsmanship in depicting foliage patt...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

A Pair of Early Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Censors Attributed to Honda Yasaburo
Located in New York, NY
A pair of high quality Japanese early Meiji period bronze and cloisonne enamel planter pots or koro incense burners, each of a globular form with a short flared neck, the exterior is...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Sommerso crystal miniature seized vase made and signed by Mona Morales
By Mona Morales-Schildt, Kosta Boda
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Mona Morales Schildt is regarded as one of Sweden's most talented glass designers. Her objects can be seen in museums and art galleries all over the world. Her work always holds an e...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

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