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What is a gnome and what does it represent?
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A gnome is a mythical dwarf-like creature believed to guard the earth’s treasures and is a symbol of good luck and protection over crops and livestock. Gnomes are popular garden decor items with some makes and models highly coveted by designers. Browse a collection of vintage gnomes on 1stDibs.
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German Pewter Mushroom Gnome
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19/20th Cent) pewter small figure of a gnome holding a mushroom with a
Category
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pewter
German Pewter Mushroom Gnome
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19/20th cent) pewter small figure of a gnome holding a mushroom with a
Category
Antique 19th Century German Other Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pewter
Pair of 19th Century German Gnomes Hand Carved Bone Gnome Figures
Located in Milano, MI
Lovely pair of cheerful gnome figurines carved bone gnomes of German origin dating back to the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bone
Black Forest Gnome Coat Rack
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Hand-carved Black Forest gnome coat or hat rack. With three knobs for hanging. Portrays a smiling
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Antique Terracotta Gnome Holding a Box Camera
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A terracotta figure of a garden gnome pointing a box camera while standing in front of a tree stump
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Rustic Black Forest Style Walnut Gnome Hatrack
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest-style (19th Century) carved walnut hatrack/umbrella stand with gnome figure
Category
Antique 19th Century European Black Forest Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
