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0s Lamp Ceiling Lamp Florian Schulz Posa Brass Brass Pendant Lamp
By Florian Schulz
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
0s lamp ceiling lamp Florian Schulz Posa brass Brass Pendant Lamp 70s Object: ceiling lamp
Category

1970s European Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal, Brass

ASEA, Floor Lamps, Brass, Brass, Lacquered Metal, Sweden, 1970s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and lacquered metal floor lamps, designed and produced by ASEA, 1970s. Sold
Category

1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass Starfish Sculpture / Paperweight
By Art Brass Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A nicely cast starfish paperweight, sculpture or hanging sculpture since it has a hook to the backside. Well made and can be used in the office or as a decorative accessory, made in ...
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Mid-20th Century Korean Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Starfish Sculpture / Paperweight
Brass Starfish Sculpture / Paperweight
H 2.25 in W 10.25 in D 11 in
Art Deco Architectural Bird Bookends Art Brass Co NY Geometric Pair Owl Falcon
By Art Brass Co.
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair of brass American Art Deco Bird bookends designed in sharply geometric patterns, like
Category

1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Andirons Modern Deco Arts & Crafts
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of tall cast brass brass Mid-Century Modern andirons.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Brass Magazine Holder
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
French family coat of arms pressed into the brass, brass handles and original lining. Circa: 1950
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Brass Magazine Holder
Vintage French Brass Magazine Holder
H 12.21 in W 17.33 in D 6.7 in
Rare Copper and Brass Art Deco Wall Planter Set of two by Chase Brass
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A unique pair of Art Deco wall planters crafted from copper and brass. This exceptional set
Category

1930s Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Copper

Brass Lantern Lamp for Chase USA
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite brass lantern style table lamp for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The Art Deco lamp features a
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

1950's Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Flamboyant chandelier with beautiful faceted crystals held by gilt brass brass frame. One E27
Category

Mid-20th Century German Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Italian round 1960s wall clock with brass frame made by Ritz-Italora, Milan
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Wall clock, around 1956 Ritz-Italora, Milan Sheet brass, brass, white lacquered clock face.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Lacquer and Brass Tables Lamps by Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful lamps from the 1970's in lacquer, chinese ideograms in brass, brass patins. Design Jean
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

1970's Gilt Brass & Crystal Glass Chandelier in Style of Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Flamboyant chandelier with beatiful faceted crystals held by gilt brass brass frame. Five E14
Category

Mid-20th Century German Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Circa 1960s Mid-Century Modern Brass Sputnik Globe - Opens to Cigarette Holder
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-century Modern Sputnik era, brass globe cigarette holder. The lid slides open on the globe's
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Ceramic Hand Painted and Sculpted Table Lamps With Brass Bases - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing pair of vintage ceramic table lamps with brass brasses and tops. Each features a hand
Category

1950s Chinoiserie Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Fontana Arte Catch All Glass Bowl Brass, Italy Mid Century
By Fontana Arte
Located in Vienna, AT
by Fontana Arte, circa 1960. Beautiful piece with hand-polished smooth heavy 8.26" glass and brass
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Urn Form Brass and Ivory Crackle Glaze Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of modern table lamps with heavy brass open footed basses and flanged vase form tops. The vase
Category

1980s American Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Candleholder Sconces, Brass, USA c. 1955
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Stamford, CT
Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, Mid-Century Modern, Candleholder Sconces, Brass, USA c
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

1970s Bankers Lamp in Brass and Green Marble
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Art Deco revival Bankers Lamp in green marble and brass. Brass has a nice patina. Marble is in
Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Marble, Brass

1950s Spanish All-Metal Office Desk with Brass Fittings by Sistemas AF in Madrid
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Spanish all-metal office desk with brass brass fittings by Sistemas AF in Madrid, with brass
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Fluted Copper Vase - Chase Brass and Copper Company, 1930's
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Rochester, NY
American Art Deco fluted copper vase with flared rim in aged oxidized verdigris patina. Chase Brass
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Copper

Pieter Spruyt Art Floor Lamp, 1980s, Dutch
By Art Brass Co.
Located in Den Haag, NL
Unique handmade floor lamp by Pieter Spruyt Dutch 1980s oxidized brass shade and feet. Rope in
Category

1980s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pieter Spruyt Art Floor Lamp, 1980s, Dutch
Pieter Spruyt Art Floor Lamp, 1980s, Dutch
H 79.53 in W 23.63 in D 11.03 in
Large Massive Midcentury Brass Moroccan Oval Brass Tray
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Massive Mid-Century Brass Moroccan Oval Brass Tray. Hand tooled etched very large Moroccan
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair Chase Brass & Copper Co. Chrome & Black Line Slim Candlestick Lamps, 1940's
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Chase Brass and Copper Co. attributed Chrome & Black detailed Bedside Lamps. Small
Category

1930s American Machine Age Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Eight Arms Brass Ivory Glass Chandelier 1950 Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
This handmade eight arms Mid-Century Modern vintage Italian chandelier was made of brass, brassed
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair Karl Springer Style Reflective Brass "Sphere" Table Lamps, Circa 1980
By Karl Springer
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Style Polished Brass Table Lamps. Featuring polished Brass
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Vases by Walter Von Nessen for Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brass vases by Walter von Nessen for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The pair of solid patinated brass
Category

1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Copper & Brass Bookends by Walter Von Nessen
By Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
A pair of Art Deco bookends by Walter Von Nessen feature two concentric rings of brass and copper
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Copper

German Mid-Century Modern Four Tier Chandelier, Nickel / Brass, Geometric, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Stamford, CT
German Mid-Century Modern Four Tier Chandelier, Nickel / Brass, Geometric, 1970s Very pretty
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Glass

Rupert Nikoll Sumatra Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
crafted by Rupert Nikoll Vienna. This beautiful vintage piece features a gracefully curved brass brass
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Wire

Midcentury Vintage Golf Club Leather Brass Floor Lamp Jacques Adnet Attributed
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Vienna, AT
, which was made out of stitched leather, solid brass, brassed metal and black lacquered wood. Three
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal, Brass

Six Light Ceiling Fixture by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Opaque glass and brass, brass mesh. Model 2029 with 6 x E26 sockets.
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table in Oak Wood and Brass, Signed by Tommaso Barbi, Italy 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous squared coffee table in oak wood and brass signed by Tommaso Barbi and produced in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Tulip Lights Chandelier in Brass & Opal Glass, Germany, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant brass spider chandelier 12 lights E14 with opal glass tulips, Germany 1950s. Elegant
Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Metal

Coffee Table in Oak Wood and Brass, Signed by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous squared coffee table in oak wood and brass signed by Tommaso Barbi and produced in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte chandelier model 1508 Italy c1958
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
Curved coloured crystal glass and brass brass. Covered with a clear crystal glass dish. Twelve
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Chase USA Chrome on Brass Twin Candy & Nut Dish designed Gerth & Gerth
By Ruth and William Gerth, Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Miami, FL
Plate over solid Brass serving dish measures 8.75 inches by 4.38 inches and is about 4.5 inches tall
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Port and Starboard Boat Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass bow lantern from a yacht or launch. With blue and red fresnel glass lenses. Rear is
Category

1940s Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

1960s Stilnovo Style Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Scissor Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A brass and gray painted aluminum scissor wall sconce designed and manufactured in Italy in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pier 4 Boston Outdoor Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
auction. Wonderfully restored. Copper and brass housing. Glass panels. Meticulously polished and lacquered
Category

1950s North American Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pier 4 Boston Outdoor Lantern
Pier 4 Boston Outdoor Lantern
H 106 in W 24 in D 24 in
Art Deco Regency Style Chandelier
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish four-light chandelier, of black finished steel and brass trim. The fixture has four candle
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass, Steel

Brass Ships Bulkhead Ceiling Brass Light
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships explosion proof light. This unit has been stripped, polished, lacquered and
Category

1980s Asian Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Rare "Lucinella" Table Lamp by Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in New York, NY
Painted brass, brass, marble, rubber. Rare sculptural table lamp with flexible brass elements to
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Marble, Brass

Brass Lamp with Brass Shade
Located in East Hampton, NY
Brass pole lamp on a tripod base with a brass shade. Measures: Base: 26" H x 9" W x 7.75" D
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Lamp with Brass Shade
Brass Lamp with Brass Shade
H 26 in Dm 14.25 in
Brass Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
lens protected by six brass bars. Fitted to a thick mahogany base. Has a disfigured Perko name tag
Category

1950s North American Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Lantern
Brass Lantern
H 14 in Dm 9 in
Italian Pendant Light Attributed to Ignazio Gardella
By Ignazio Gardella
Located in London, GB
-plated brass, brass and pressed glass Dimensions: Total height 90 height x 50 height (without rod) x
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Glass

Italian Large Mahogany and Glass Wall Unit, Bookcase by Dassi, 1940
By Mobilificio Dassi
Located in Rome, IT
Mahogany, glass, brass Brass plinth base Please note this item is sold as single piece but belongs to a
Category

1940s Italian Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Tagine
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large handcrafted brass tagine with cone cover and a brass final. Beautiful decorative hand beaten
Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Tagine
Brass Tagine
H 32 in Dm 24 in
Brass Port & Starboard
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass port and starboard bow lantern from a boat. Very rare dual bullseye Fresnel lens design
Category

1930s Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Port & Starboard
Brass Port & Starboard
H 15 in W 11 in D 9 in
Brass Rack
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A singular and precious object, made of brass and numbering individual spaces for umbrellas. An
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Rack
Brass Rack
H 22.05 in W 48.82 in D 9.85 in
Brass Cabin Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships cabin lantern with highly polished and lacquered finish. With hinged door
Category

1940s Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Cabin Lantern
Brass Cabin Lantern
H 18 in W 12 in D 7 in
Midcentury Brass Adjustable Folding Brass Towel Rack
Located in Culver City, CA
A wonderful vintage brass towel rack with four rods on each side, for a total of 8 places to store
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Handcraft Brass Bag
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Brass bag. Handmade by artisans assembled with brass,inside there is also a
Category

1930s Italian Artisan Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Handcraft Brass Bag
Handcraft Brass Bag
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W 3.94 in L 7.88 in
Large Brutalist Wall Lamp, Composition of Squares by Holm Sørensen
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Rijssen, NL
from acid-etched brass. Brass in a flower form. The lamp is in a good vintage condition with very few
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chrome 'Taurex' Candlestick Holders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chrome candle holders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase Brass and Copper Company of
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chase Chrome Table Lamp
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Lovely Art Deco table lamp made by Chase Brass and Copper Company of Waterbury, Connecticut. Art
Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chase Chrome Table Lamp
Art Deco Chase Chrome Table Lamp
H 14 in W 8.5 in D 6 in
Chase White Doric Cocktail Shaker set 1930's Art Deco 12 Piece Set
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Oakland, CA
era, is a collector’s dream. Crafted in the 1930s by the esteemed Chase Brass & Copper Company, this
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Large Brutalist Flower Wall Sconces by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, 1960s
By Holm Sørensen
Located in Rijssen, NL
the 1960s. It is made from acid-etched brass. Brass in a flower form. This lamp is in a very good
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Coffee Table with Sculptural Brass Legs
Located in New York, NY
Highly stylized brass coffee table with glass top and sculptural legs.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Hammered Brass Platter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Mid-century hammered brass oblong platter, signed M. Kupfermen 1955.
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1950s Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Hammered Brass Platter
Hammered Brass Platter
H 0.5 in W 8 in D 16 in
Brass Mortar
Located in Chorzów, PL
Brass mortar and pestle Measures: height 10cm, diameter 10cm.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Brass Brass

Materials

Brass

Brass Mortar
Brass Mortar
H 3.94 in Dm 3.94 in
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Vintage Brass Brass For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of vintage brass brass you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of vintage brass brass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of vintage brass brass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of vintage brass brass over the years, but those crafted by Stilnovo, Mastercraft and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Brass Brass?

The average selling price for a piece of vintage brass brass at 1stDibs is $2,493, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $595,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Brass Brass
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sextant is a nautical tool made from brass, used by sailors to measure the angle of the stars above the horizon to help calculate their ship’s global position. A sextant includes an index mirror, sun filters, a horizon mirror, an adjustable arc and a 2x magnifying scope. You’ll find a variety of sextants from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A brass sextant is a generally popular collectible for display on bookcases or mantels at home, and those created in Victorian, Industrial, and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. It is a traditional nautical instrument that was first used by sailors over 200 years ago to calculate global position by measuring the position of stars above the horizon. They are often made from brass, metal and wood. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary brass sextants from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brass footman is a stand that would be used to hold dishes in front of a fire, allowing them to stay warm before a meal was served on them. This antique piece of furniture was commonly made of brass, but some were crafted from other metals, such as steel. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage brass footman pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brass jardinière is a planter crafted from brass. It is typically cylindrical in shape, and may feature side handles to make it easier to move, or feet to give it elevated style. It may also feature intricate designs. On 1stDibs, find an array of brass jardinières.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a brass bed will tarnish unless it is properly cared for and lacquered. To prevent tarnishing, you can use linseed oil with a soft terry towel. On 1stDibs, you can find antique brass beds from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To shine brass candlesticks, first determine whether they’re lacquered or brass-plated. If so, shine them with a soft cloth. If not, use a high quality brass polish according to directions — wash the brass in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap. You'll find a variety of solid brass candlesticks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Brass andirons are not only beautiful to look at, but they keep logs from rolling out of the fireplace. They serve as a gate to keep the logs in place.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of brass varies in price depending on the type. Red brass is usually more valuable than yellow brass, with red brass usually selling for approximately $1.75 / pound and yellow brass selling for around $1.55 / pound.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In some cases, yes. Brass is a metal that was used for gun bullets. However, the metal is malleable and at the time of its discovery, weapons were already being made of stronger iron and steel. You can find a selection of brass weaponry from some of the world’s top enthusiasts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gongs are made out of brass. The percussion instrument can also be made out of bronze and many other types of alloys. You can shop a collection of Chinese and antique gongs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To refurbish brass candlesticks, start by removing any wax. Then, combine one tablespoon of salt with a half cup of white vinegar and mix in white flour to create a paste. Use a soft cloth to cover the entire candlestick with the substance. Let it rest for 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water and drying with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage brass candlesticks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can update an old brass chandelier in many ways. Refinish it with spray paint to give it a more modern hue or slip new sleeves over the candles. You can also add embellishments like crystals to the frame. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a brass fire surround, mix equal parts flour, salt and vinegar to make a paste. Then rub the mixture onto brass and wipe off. Repeat the process with one tablespoon salt and two tablespoons vinegar in one pint of warm water. Shop a selection of brass fire surrounds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Common brass bed parts are called post finials, finial ball washers, bolt covers and rails. Brass bed frames usually have a headboard and footboard made from brass with frame rails made from steel or brass. Shop a collection of brass beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To care for an old brass bed, buff and polish it regularly using a soft, dry cloth. To remove discoloration, moisten a sponge or soft rag with lemon juice or distilled vinegar and a sprinkle of salt. Then, use the cloth to rub the metal. Find a selection of brass beds on 1stDibs.