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How do I identify vintage barware?

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How do I identify vintage barware?
To identify vintage barware, examine the bases and interiors of items, looking for maker's markings. By matching these hallmarks to images published on trusted online resources, you can typically identify the maker and then conduct additional research to learn when it produced similar pieces. To be considered vintage, barware must be between 20 and 99 years old, as items at least 100 years old are antiques. If you can't find a maker's marking or run into any difficulties with your research, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Explore an assortment of vintage barware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Srawberry ice bucket by Mauro Manetti Firenze circa 1960-70
Located in Paris, FR
Strawberry-shaped ice bucket signed by Mauro Manetti, made in Italy between 1960 and 1970. A rare model in silvered cast aluminum with a stainless steel interior. The lid, adorned wi...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Barware

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Metal, Aluminum

Dark Green Marble Coasters
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of four (4) dark green marble coasters with traces of white and light green veining, Postmodern design period, circa late-20th century. Excellent condition as shown i...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Barware

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Marble

Walter Bosse Corkscrew Horseshoe Vienna, Austria, 1950s, Mid-Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s Austrian Walter Bosse design corkscrew in the form of a horseshoe. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze items. Found at an es...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Bronze

Rare MCM Ceramic Barware Spirit Bottle by Raymor, circa 1950, a Trio
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning ensemble of three modernist ceramic spirit bottles is by Raymor. The rare Mid-Century pieces were crafted in Italy circa 1950. Each decanter has a painted figure in an ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Ceramic

Vintage Metal Nude Girl Bottle Opener MidCentury Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s or older bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Au...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Bronze

Jean Despres Champagne Bucket, 1950
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This stunning champagne bucket by Jean Després, crafted in France around 1950, is an exquisite example of his masterful silver-plating technique. The design features a cylindrical bo...
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Barware

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Metal

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