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What does a birdcage symbolize?
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What a birdcage symbolizes depends on whether or not a bird is pictured inside of it. An empty birdcage tends to represent freedom, while one actively home to a bird suggests imprisonment. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage birdcages.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Italian Victorian Birdcage, Wood and Copper, Antique Decor, Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant late-19th-century Italian birdcage crafted from wood and copper, showcasing a striking blend of rustic charm and graceful lines. The intricate wirework and carefully const...
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Antique 1880s Italian Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
American Studio Handcrafted Decoupage Bird-Cage Box, 2006
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Originally sold through Gallery Portals of Chicago and created by artist Wendy Ellis Smith, this gallery-quality piece reflects the playful sophistication of contemporary decorative ...
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Early 2000s American Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
Victorian Cast Iron Birdcage on Stand
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Very nice quality cast iron bird cage on original stand, with swinging perch, lift up door, lift out tray (slight damage), in good overall original condition.
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Antique 19th Century European High Victorian Urns
Materials
Metal
vintage Victorian architectural-style wooden birdcage Wood Steel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a vintage Victorian architectural-style wooden birdcage, featuring a classic wire dome top and decorative sunburst wood carvings along the front trim.
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Antique Early 1900s American Early Victorian Bird Cages
Materials
Steel
Victorian Wicker Square Table with Cabriole Birdcage Legs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
It is the essence of elegance in a Victorian table.
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian End Tables
Materials
Wood, Wicker
19th Century English Victorian Metal and Wood Birdcage, Three Sections
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Metal and wood three sectioned birdcage
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bird Cages
Materials
Metal
