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What is the difference between antique and vintage?
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Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.

Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
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Set of Two Novetrenta Rope Outdoor Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 2 Novetrenta Rope Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Outdoor Edition, 2025
Elegant and architectural set of two Novetrenta Rope outdoor armchairs, originally designed...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Rennie McIntosh Tall Scottish Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs by Cassina
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Cassina
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of chairs designed by famed architect and designer Charles Rennie McIntosh of Scotland c 1900.
This pair is a recreation of his design c1980 by Cassina of Italy.
This p...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Paint, Hardwood
LC2 “Petit Modèle, Durable, 60” Limited Edition Red Armchair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Cassina LC2 “Petit Modèle, Durable, 60” Limited Edition Armchair
Created to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Cassina’s production of the Le Corbusier®, Pierre Jeanneret® and Charlo...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century "Model 803" Armchair by Gio Ponti
By Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a "Model 803" armchair by Gio Ponti produced by Cassina, circa 1950s. This stunning design by Ponti is appreciated for its angular lines, subtle curves and tapered legs. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Authentic Black leather Chrome lounge chairs Le Corbusier LC2 by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Authentic pair of Modern LC2 lounge or club chairs Le Corbusier. Model LC2 in Soft Black Leather with Chrome frames Made by Cassina. Chairs shows little to no signs of use very co...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
$8,000 Sale Price / set
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Cassina LC4 “Chaise Longue à Réglage Continu, 60” Red Limited Edition Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Cassina LC4 “Chaise Longue à Réglage Continu, 60” Limited Edition
Created to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Cassina’s production of the Le Corbusier®, Pierre Jeanneret® and Charl...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
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14K Gold, diamond, mother of pearl, onyx, lapis, agate, coral, hematite duck pin
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant and delightful hand crafted 14K yellow gold pin in the shape of a duck. it features multi stone inlays including diamonds, mother of pearl, onyx, agate, coral and hematite...
Category
Early 2000s American Brooches
Materials
Agate, Coral, Diamond, Hematite, Onyx, 14k Gold
Sabbadini ruby emerald sapphire 18k gold bracelet bangle
By Sabbadini
Located in Austin, TX
Impressive 18K gold bracelet with multi gemstones by Sabbadini.
Stones are cabochon rubies, emeralds and sapphires set in lozenge shaped links.
Circa 1980’s
Signed Sabbadini Milano. ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Bangles
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori Necklace, Malachite, 18k Rose Gold, Diamonds.
By Bulgari
Located in Austin, TX
A new Bvlgari icon, the Serpenti Seduttori pendant necklace set with malachite, diamonds, and sapphires, all set in 18k rose gold, with an 18k rose gold chain. Made in Italy. Contemp...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold
Retro 14K Gold Tank Bracelet
Located in Austin, TX
A bold and chunky 1940's Retro tank bracelet in 14k rose gold, probably United States.
The substantial bracelet measures 8” in length, with a widtch of 1”, and 3/8” in height. Consi...
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Retro Bracelets
Materials
14k Gold
Mughal Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel Bangle
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Indian 18th century Mughal 22k gold bangle with kundan set diamonds and rubies, featuring fine enamel work.
The enamels bold an bright with abstract...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Indian Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Bulgari Ruby Sapphire and Pearl Flexible Gold Cuff Bracelet Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and classic flexible 18K yellow gold cuff bangle set with pearls, sapphires and rubies by Bulgari, circa 1980's.
The bracelet masterfully worked in 18k gold with flexible links and set with pearls, rubies and sapphires. The rubies and sapphires set in a floral motif around a central diamond.
The bracelet consists of 14 Akoya cultured pearls, 8 natural blue sapphire cabochons, 8 natural ruby cabochons, and 4 bezel set round brilliant diamonds VS1...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
French 18k Gold Carved Hardstone Cameo Panels Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
A rare early necklace of hardstone cameos panels depicting putti drawing chariots pulled by mythical beasts. Set in 18k gold. French circa 1805 - 1810. T...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Link Necklaces
Materials
Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold





