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Antique circa 1880 Super Rare Black Forest Hand Carved and Painted Whip Hook
By Black Forest
Located in GB
made Black Forest wood, whip hooks which has the original paint This is a fine example that I have
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Lovely Late Victorian circa 1880 Hand Carved Black Forest Wine Bottle Holder
By Black Forest
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely lovely original circa 1880 Black forest carved
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Antique 1880s German Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Wood

Rare 19th Century Black Forrest Carved Hall Chair Hand-Carved Hawk Bobbin Turned
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Black Forrest Oak hand carved hall
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Rare circa 1920 Original Black Forest Hand Carved Wood Watchman Lamp
By Black Forrest, Black Forest
Located in GB
hand carved Black Forest wood Drunk watchman floor or table top lamp There are multiple high
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Early 20th Century German George IV Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Antique circa 1880 Collectable Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
made Black Forest wood, Fox whip hook with glass eyes These are a very very rare piece, the foxes
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Antique 1880s Swedish Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Musical circa 1880 Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
Black Forest wood, Fox whip hook with glass eyes These are a very very rare piece, the foxes almost
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Antique 1880s Swedish Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Carving "The Hunter" Attributed to Johann Huggler
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
, rare and important. This appears to be carved by the same hand as inventory #O404 which is a signed
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Walnut

19th C Rustic Black Forest Hand Carved Walnut Branching Fruit Serving Tray
By Black Forest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An exquisitely hand-carved Black Forest wooden serving tray, circa mid-late 19th Century. A
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Walnut

Black Forest Carved Dog Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved black Forest shaggy dog inkwell with pen holder. In the 1800’s the wood carving
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Carved Dog Inkwell
Black Forest Carved Dog Inkwell
H 4 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Swiss Black Forest Gnome Tobacco Jar
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
The Gnome stands proud wearing a green apron, hooded top with a large stein in his right hand and
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Swiss Black Forest Gnome Tobacco Jar
Swiss Black Forest Gnome Tobacco Jar
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H 13.4 in W 6.1 in D 5.5 in
Black Forest Horn Table and Stools
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest horn table with 4 matching stools. Table size. Stools are 13" square x 19"H. The tops
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Tables

Materials

Antler, Wood

Black Forest Horn Table and Stools
Black Forest Horn Table and Stools
H 27 in W 34 in D 26 in
Black Forest Carved Candle Holder
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest candle holder with tree and standing chamois. Part of the Brienz Collection but not
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Carved Candle Holder
Black Forest Carved Candle Holder
H 8 in W 5 in D 3.5 in
19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Chair
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Black Forest Swiss carved chair having bear on fallen log. Carved bear on lifting seat which once
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs

Materials

Wood

Oversized Swiss Black Forest Dog Tobacco Jar
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
out centre for storing tobacco. The tobacco jar dates to the late 19th century circa 1890. Black
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Antique Late 19th Century Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Oversized Swiss Black Forest Dog Tobacco Jar
Oversized Swiss Black Forest Dog Tobacco Jar
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H 7 in W 7 in D 7.9 in
Black Forest Carved Cat Match Holder
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss carved match holder with a cat with glass eyes seated beside a pitcher. In the 1800’s the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end of the ...
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Black Forest Bear hall stand
By Black Forest
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality late 19th Century carved wood Black Forest Bear hall stand. The Bear standing on its
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Umbrella Stands

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Softwood

19th Century Black Forest Bear hall stand
19th Century Black Forest Bear hall stand
H 37.41 in W 15.36 in D 19.69 in
Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss bear with log pen rest and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

Black Forest Carved Bear with Pen Inkwell
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Walking bear pen holder and inkwell. Published in "Black Forest Bears and Swiss Woodcarvings
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carved St. Bernard
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Fine and rare Swiss Black Forest carved St. Bernard Dog relaxed laying down with its head resting
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carved St. Bernard
Swiss Black Forest Carved St. Bernard
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H 3.94 in W 16.93 in D 6.5 in
Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Rare Antique Swiss Black Forest carved musical child's chair circa 1890. The chair of novelty form
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs

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Metal

Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
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H 18.1 in W 23.2 in D 11.8 in
1991 Harding Black Pottery Piranha Fish Bowl
By Harding Black
Located in Seguin, TX
Mid century fish design pottery bowl in orange, purple and green, 1991 by Harding Black (1912-2004
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Fine Swiss Black Forest eagle carving of substantial size. The eagle beautifully carved with
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
Swiss Black Forest Eagle Carving 'Taking Flight'
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H 25 in W 23 in D 23 in
19th Century Black Forest Music Box
By Black Forest
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swiss cylinder music box . 21 1/2" cylinder playing 12 tunes. Housed in a Black Forest carved
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Musical Instruments

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Other

Black Forest Linden Wood Carved Swiss Bear Glass Eyes
By Black Forrest
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Black Forest Linden wood naturalistically carved strolling bear with original glass eyes
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Softwood

Very Rare Pair of Original Early 20th Century Black Forest Wood Bear Armchairs
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and exceptionally rare pair of original hand
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Black Forest Armchairs

Materials

Wood

ANTiQUE GERMAN BLACK FOREST CARVED RAMS HEAD ANTLER SUPPER TABLE PART OF A SUITE
By Black Forest
Located in GB
German late 19th century black forest antler supper cafe side table which is part of a suite Please
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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Tables

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Wood

PAIR OF ANTIQUE GERMAN BLACK FOREST CARVED ANTLER ARMCHAiRS PART OF A SUITE
By Black Forest
Located in GB
original German late 19th century black forest antler armchairs which are part of a suite Please note the
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Antique Early 1900s European Black Forest Armchairs

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Oak

19th Century Victorian Era Black Forest Liquor Tantalus with Glasses & Decanters
By Black Forest
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and museum quality hand-carved walnut wood, Victorian Era, Black Forest art, liquor tantalus
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Mohair Slate Hand-Knotted 10x8 Rug in Wool by The Rug Company
By The Rug Company
Located in London, GB
Deliciously soft mohair is hand-knotted into a plain textural rug with a luxurious sheen. The Rug
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900 Black Forest Owl Carved Wood Extending Bookshelf Sir Walter Scott Books
By Black Forest
Located in GB
Black forest wood hand carved Owl bookshelf with suite of Sir Walter Scott books This is a very good
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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood, Paper

Hand Carved Wood Panels from a Monastery
By Black Forest
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of hand carved wood panels with intertwining designs covering the whole front and back with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Architectural Elements

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Wood

Hand Carved Wood Panels from a Monastery
Hand Carved Wood Panels from a Monastery
H 36.88 in W 22.63 in D 2.5 in
Swiss Black Forest Novelty Anvil Tobacco Jar Smokers Compendium
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
With Secret Compartments & Locks Cigar Cutter & Vesta Case From our Black Forest collection, we
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Jugendstil Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Metal

CARVED BLACK FOREST WOOD SMOKiNG PIPE CABINET BOX LATIN INSCRIBED NIL NISI CRUCE
By Black Forest
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand
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Antique 1870s German Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Black Forest 19th Century Set of Four Oak Wall Brackets Carved as Hunting Animal
By Black Forest
Located in Firenze, IT
This antique and amazing set of four hand carved Black Forest solid oak wood wall brackets are
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Wall Brackets

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Iron

Rare Lareg 19th Century Black Forest Carved Lindenwood Table
By Black Forest
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A rare and impressive 19th century Swiss Black Forest carved Lindenwood Bear sitting down
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Tables

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Wood Carved with Leaved & Grapes Side Lamp End Wine Table Glass Top
By Black Forrest
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this nice vintage black forest wood carved side lamp table with
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20th Century English Black Forest End Tables

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Glass, Wood

Bamboo Silk Graphite Hand-Knotted 10x8 Rug in Bamboo Silk by The Rug Company
By The Rug Company
Located in London, GB
The Rug Company's collection of bamboo silk rugs are hand-knotted using fiber from the bamboo plant
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Bamboo

Harding Black Texas Artist Signed Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery Pitcher
By Harding Black
Located in Studio City, CA
A hand-thrown, well-crafted, piercing green glazed ceramicpitcher by famed Texas-born San Antonio
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Vintage 1980's Century Harding Black Pitcher
By Harding Black
Located in Seguin, TX
Tan glazed hand thrown pottery pitcher by renowned San Antonio, Texas potter Harding Black (1912
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Mohair Slate Short Pile 6x4 Hand-Knotted Area Rug in Wool by The Rug Company
By The Rug Company
Located in London, GB
Craftsmanship: Hand-knotted mohair wool Technique: Short pile height. For non-US pricing, please
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Vintage Couroc of Monterey Black Tray Featuring the Wells Fargo Stagecoach
By The Couroc Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s Vintage Couroc of Monterey Black Resin Bakelite Like Tray Featuring the Wells Fargo
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

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Resin, Wood

The Urban Electric Co. 2 Light Pendant - Black Metal and Burnished Brass
By The Urban Electric Co
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st C. a rectangular black metal hanging two light pendant with burnished brass and white powder
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Early 2000s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Black Starr & Gorham Gothic Bold Wall Clock in Original Box
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Black Starr and Gorham STYLE / REFERENCE: Gothic Motif METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Gothic Revival Wall Clocks

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Brass, Nickel

12 Black Knight Fish Plates Designed by Arno Johnssen Green Gilt Shaped Edge
By Black Knight China 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A highly decorated set of fish plates by the re known firm of Black Knight (by the Hutchenreuther
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Vintage 1930s German Dinner Plates

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Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Black Starr and Gorham Sterling Silver and 14k Gold Compact
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Art Deco compact by Black Starr and Gorham. It is Sterling Silver with a 14k Gold
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20th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Black Box with Mallard Duck Mosaic
By The Couroc Company
Located in New York, NY
A black resin rectangular box with mosaic inlaid mallard duck bird on pond with cattail plant
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Vintage 1970s American Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Black Box with Mallard Duck Mosaic
Black Box with Mallard Duck Mosaic
H 2.38 in W 11.75 in D 7.75 in
Set of 8 Italian Leather and Metal Bistro Dining Chairs, Circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
sculptural with arched backs, circular seats and fanciful scrolled legs. The black hand-stitched leather is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Frans Franken the Younger, Ecce Homo
By Frans Franken the Younger
Located in New York, NY
hands, being presented by a soldier, and mocked by a common man as Pontius Pilate announces the
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Antique 16th Century European Paintings

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Copper

Frans Franken the Younger, Ecce Homo
Frans Franken the Younger, Ecce Homo
H 12.5 in W 14 in D 2 in
Hand-Hammered Anglo Raj Black Hand-Painted Jug
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Indo-Raj large hand-hammered metal vessel, originally used to collect waters of the three sacred
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Robin Morris Hand Signed Lithograph "the Couple", Stylish Black Frame
By Robin Morris
Located in Miami, FL
A fine color lithograph by American female artist Robin Morris. This is an original hand drawn
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper

Black, Starr & Frost Rare Sterling Silver & Wood Book Holder Shelf
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
Rare Black, Starr & Frost sterling silver and mahogany wood bookshelf or holder, with an adjustable
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Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Caucasian Talish Long Rug with Moghan Design
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
with even wear and low pile. Some re-piled areas and some corrosion to the blacks. Hand washed and
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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Black, Starr & Frost Enamel Guilloche 7 Piece Sterling Silver Dresser Set
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Great Barrington, MA
vibrant turquoise enamels with hand blown crystal perfumes, (6.88" tall x 3" in diameter,) 2 round dresser
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Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal

Black, Starr & Frost Sterling Silver Early 20th Century Art Deco Flask
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
Black, Starr & Frost sterling silver flask from the early 20th century and in Art Deco style with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Walnut and Myrtle Console Table by Thomas Throop/ Black Creek Designs - In Stock
By Black Creek Designs LLC
Located in New Canaan, CT
The Meridian console made in walnut and myrtle wood was created by invitation for the Fairfield Museum's special exhibition - "Handcrafted- Artisans Past and Present" in 2015. The...
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2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Black, Starr & Frost Sterling Silver Pitcher Jug in Art Nouveau Style
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
was renamed Black, Starr, Frost-Gorham. We hand polish all items before shipping them out, but if
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pair of Black, Starr & Gorham Sterling Silver Petal Form Candelabras
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in New York, NY
1930. They feature convex circular hand hammered bases with a dappled texture that ascend into a subtly
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy
By Black Forest
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique taxidermy from the Bavarian Black Forest. You're looking at an extremely rare example of
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20th Century Austrian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy
Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy
H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 5.52 in
Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1900s
By Black Forest
Located in Vienna, AT
craftsmanship: A hunting trophy hand-carved and hand-painted from the 1900s. Very special piece of work. Antlers
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20th Century Austrian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1900s
Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1900s
H 9.45 in W 7.49 in D 5.12 in
Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1958
By Black Forest
Located in Vienna, AT
craftsmanship: A hunting trophy hand-carved and hand-painted from the 1950s. Antlers and wooden socket are in
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1958
Original Antique Chamois Taxidermy 1958
H 10.63 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the the black hand you’re looking for. Each the black hand for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and ceramic. If you’re shopping for a the black hand, we have 336 options in-stock, while there are 134 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer the black hand, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right the black hand, those designed in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made the black hand over the years, but those crafted by The Rug Company, The Couroc Company and Danielle de Ruijter are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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    A hand hooked rug is handmade using a hook device. As a result they have small knots of hooked wool, differing from hand-knotted or hand-tufted rugs.
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    Yes, each and every Fornasetti design is hand made and hand painted. The colors are expertly applied by painters, ensuring no two items are alike. You’ll find a variety of Fornasetti designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A hand mirror is usually called exactly that — a hand mirror. It’s a small and portable mirror that can be held in hand and carried around conveniently in a purse or bag. Some hand mirrors are considered valuable collectibles and can be quite expensive, depending on the design and period. Find a collection of antique and vintage hand mirrors on 1stDibs.
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    You can wear bracelets on either wrist, but most people prefer to wear bracelets on their non-dominant hand so that the bracelets don't get in the way of doing things like writing.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
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    There are a few ways to make pottery black, but the most popular way is through technique instead of the use of pigments or dyes. With a firing clay technique in the kiln the resulting product can come out a varying array of shades of black. Shop a selection of pottery on 1stDIbs.
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    Black Jasperware is a type of porcelain that is also described as unglazed stoneware. It is produced in a number of different colors with a matte finish. Find an assortment of porcelain items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Viking Glass is hand-made. In 1940, the high-end glass company focused on quality Swedish Modern hand-made pieces, celebrated for their vibrant colors. You can shop a selection of Viking Glass pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Heath Ceramics are hand-thrown. Founded in 1911 by Edith Heath, Heath Ceramics is known for its handcrafted ceramics tableware and architectural tile. In 1947, Heath expanded her production to her apprentices, who continued to hand-throw her namesake pieces. Shop a selection of authentic Heath Ceramics on 1stDibs.
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    Hand-woven rugs are called ‘flatweaves’. Because they are woven, the front and back look the same, making the rug reversible. There are also no piles or knots. Shop a collection of flatweave rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A Rolex watch’s second hand moves mechanically with precision, appearing to sweep the face smoothly without pause or interruption. It takes a very keen eye to spot the eight, slight tick-tock adjustments it makes each second. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Chanel bags are hand-sewn in some places. Artisans work by hand when completing some steps in the crafting process, such as sewing on embellishments and tightening closures. However, much of the stitching used to construct the bag is done by high-precision machines and then carefully inspected by artisans. Find a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
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    There are many types of handheld fans – it is a matter of preference. A handheld fan has a flat surface and is used to create airflow by waving it back and forth Typically, these are paper folding fans with slats that may be closed when not in use. They can also be made from quills or feathers. Choose from an assortment of handheld fans on 1stDibs.
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    Rings on the right hand are generally associated with love and creativity. In most Western cultures, rings worn on the left hand indicate that the wearer is married.
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    In pottery, hand-thrown means that an artisan produced it by hand using a certain technique. Specifically, the crafter used a potter's wheel to turn the piece and then used their hands or tools to shape the clay. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique and vintage pottery.
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    A hand-tufted wool rug is a hand-made rug using a hand-operated tool. Strands of wool are punched into a canvas that is further stretched on a frame. Then it is removed from the frame and scrim fabric is glued to the back to hold the tufts in place. Find a wide range of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if a plate is hand-painted, examine it closely and inspect the painting with a magnifier. If the design is hand-painted, there are bound to be irregularities in at least a few places. Transfer prints will look much more uniform. Feel the plate's surface to see if you can detect areas with more texture — an indication of hand painting. Shop a wide collection of hand-painted plates from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The best way to tell if you have a hand-blown glass vase is to locate the pontil mark. The pontil mark is a scar commonly found on the bottom of the piece where the pontil was broken off of the vase. An absence of this scar may indicate your vase was mold-blown. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary blown glass vases from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.