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Pin And Cove

Antique Victorian Oak Bedroom Set Full Size Bed Washstand Dresser, 3 Piece Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
features (1) Full size bed frame, (1) washstand with backsplash, (1) dresser with large mirror, pin and
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Bedroom Sets

Materials

Mirror, Oak

"PORTS AND COVES" (diptych) Found object assemblage, abstraction
By Hyland Mather (X-O)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "PORTS AND COVES" is an original artwork by Hyland Mather made of acrylic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Pins, Thread, Spray Paint, Canvas, Ink

Damien Hirst 'H13-1 Deadman’s Cove -2023' Signed & numbered
By Damien Hirst
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artsist: Damien Hirst Title: 'H13-1 Deadman's Cove" Year: 2023 Medium: Laminated Giclee print on
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Interior Prints

Materials

Giclée

Writing Desk in Solid Walnut by Boyd & Allister
By Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
sides below is pinned from the outside with visible through dowels that also highlight the handwork
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21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Fruitwood Armoire
Located in Wilson, NC
French fruit wood armoire with cove cornice ( as is typical, it is a separate detached piece
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Antique 1810s French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

French Fruitwood Armoire
French Fruitwood Armoire
H 77.75 in W 53.25 in D 22.5 in
American Queen Anne Antique Sycamore Flat-Top Highboy, New England c. 1760
Located in Shippensburg, PA
figured and patinated sycamore, it features a bold cove-molded crest over four graduated drawers in the
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Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English School c. 1880 Oil, Original Frame- A Victorian Lady And Her Sewing Box
Located in Corsham, GB
crocheting in her lap. Her sewing box stands open on a cloth covered table with bobbins and a pin cushion
Category

Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Expressionist Landscape, The Abri at L'Olivette, Cap d'Antibes
Located in Cotignac, FR
little marina on Cap d'Antibes, with its rocky cove, its beach, its pine forest, its umbrella pines
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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Prendre place dans le point
By Magalie Comeau
Located in Montreal, Quebec
pin which, if you look at it slightly enlarged, reveals within itself the roofs, the antennas, the
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rugosité plusieurs lieux
By Magalie Comeau
Located in Montreal, Quebec
pin which, if you look at it slightly enlarged, reveals within itself the roofs, the antennas, the
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impossibles enfouis
By Magalie Comeau
Located in Montreal, Quebec
pin which, if you look at it slightly enlarged, reveals within itself the roofs, the antennas, the
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Antique Victorian Walnut and Rosewood Marble Top Chest of Drawers With Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
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Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak 3 Drawer Dresser & Beveled Mirror Chest Vanity
Located in Dayton, OH
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut Step Back Dresser Glovebox Drawers Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
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Antique 19th C Victorian Eastlake Walnut Marble 3 Drawer Chest Dresser Washstand
Located in Dayton, OH
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Antique 1880s Eastlake Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Burl Marble Washstand Chest Cabinet Towel Bar
Located in Dayton, OH
also referred to as the Pin and Cove Drawer. Dimensions: 16" x 32"h x 30"
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Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk Bookcase Hutch Display Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
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Small Purple and Green Votes for Women Banner
Located in York County, PA
year. At least four of the five women in the image are wearing this particular size, pinned across
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Rare Aesthetic Movement Walnut Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, circa 1885
Located in Shippensburg, PA
collection of berries. The cove molding is spaced with spheres, the minutely chaotic spacing of which is
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Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Bookcases

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Located in Shippensburg, PA
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers Three Drawer Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
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Pin And Cove For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal pin and cove for your home. Frequently made of wood, brass and glass, every pin and cove was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a pin and cove, we have 5 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the pin and cove you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A pin and cove, designed in the Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made pin and cove has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Boyd & Allister are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pin And Cove?

Prices for a pin and cove can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $900 and can go as high as $16,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,975.
Questions About Pin And Cove
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Twist pin is a corkscrew shaped pin that can be used for a variety of household purposes such as to keep slipcovers and arm covers in place, secure mattresses and attaching sheets and blankets to the mattress. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique twist pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A circle pin is a classic piece of jewelry that was popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, often fashioned to a cardigan or blouse. Circle pins were known to have different meanings depending on where they were worn and the style of the pin. Some pin styles and placements conveyed one’s undying love for another. Shop circle pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hat pin is a pin that can be used to secure your hat to your head. It is usually done so through the hair. They are often 6 to 8 inches long and have a decorative head.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fancy pins can also be called lapel pins or enamel pins. The metal is molded in an ornate design, and soft enamel is added, sometimes by hand, to create the desired look. You’ll find a variety of lapel pins and enamel pins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Juggling pins are called clubs by jugglers themselves, and can be called pins or batons by the layman. Juggling dates back to nearly 2000 BC, with evidence of forms of juggling being found in Egypt, the Pacific Islands and even in the Aztec Empire-era in Mexico. Find an assortment of clubs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original safety pin dress was a Versace creation famously worn by actress Elizabeth Hurley in 1994. Since then, Versace has made many other designs featuring safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace safety pin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a safety pin symbolizes is largely a matter of personal opinion. In recent years, the pin has come to symbolize support for the rights of marginalized people. Historically, people associated safety pins with babies and motherhood because of the pins used to hold cloth diapers in place. Shop a collection of safety pin jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Elizabeth Hurley’s famed 1994 safety pin dress, which the actress wore to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, was designed by Versace. The dress was made with revealing slits in the sides that were held together with oversized gold safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and contemporary Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.