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What is the difference between antique and vintage?

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What is the difference between antique and vintage?

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 Gallery
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...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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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...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

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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...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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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...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

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...
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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...
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Early 2000s American Brooches

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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. ...
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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...
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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...
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Retro Bracelets

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14k Gold

Retro 14K Gold Tank Bracelet
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Antique Early 19th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold

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