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What are anchor blocks made of?
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Classic anchor blocks were crafted from quartz sand, chalk and linseed oil. Today, anchor blocks are stone construction sets made in Germany and marketed as building toys for children. Shop a selection of vintage toys, including anchor blocks, on 1stDIbs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Richters German Anchor Blocks Building Toy
Located in Barcelona, ES
Discover a piece of history with this vintage Richters German anchor blocks building toy, also
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Baroque Toys
Materials
Quartz
Wooden Stump With Metal Base
Located in Miami, FL
A functional industrial-style stool made from a solid pine block, anchored with a steel plate at
Category
20th Century Industrial Stools
Materials
Metal
Wooden Pallet Table
Located in Miami, FL
block legs anchor the piece with a sturdy presence, while the visible wear and patina celebrate its raw
Category
20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Driftwood
$1,200 / item
A Pair of Indian Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
backrest are upholstered in a soft, neutral fabric, providing both style and comfort. Sturdy block feet
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Club Chairs
Materials
Teak
$12,000 / set
Pietro Lingeri Rationalist 1930s Writing Desk in Briar Root Veneer
By Pietro Lingeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
1930s. Its form is guided by a strict geometrical logic: two vertical blocks anchor the structure
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Solid Hand Carved French Oak and Teddy Mohair Redux Bench by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
rich and sumptuous warm tone of brown.
Two monumental oak blocks anchor the composition, while the
Category
2010s French Minimalist Benches
Materials
Alpaca, Mohair, Oak
