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1800s Shoes

Vintage Metal Shoe Molds
Located in Napa, CA
Industrial Metal shoe molds, each one is unique in size, shape and patina. Sold individually.
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Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

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Metal

Antique Still Life of shoes, shoes painting, impressionist shoes, boots painting
By Jacques Bergmans
Located in AIGNAN, FR
: Medium: Oil on canvas board Overall size: 9.5ins x 22.5ins or 24,5cms x 57.5cms (Approx) Date: 1800's
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1910s Still-life Paintings

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Oil

Antique Georgian Silver Gold Paste shoe buckle
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Outstanding Antique Georgian c.1800 Silver and Black dot paste shoe buckle with engraved Rose
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian Silver Gold Paste shoe buckle
Antique Georgian Silver Gold Paste shoe buckle
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H 2.37 in W 3.15 in
Antique Asian Japanese Shoes Leather Wood Open Toe with Cleats
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Asian Japanese shoes leather wood open toe with cleats 19th century Japan Pair of antique
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Historical Memorabilia

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Iron

20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A magnificent and exceptionally rare Louis Vuitton shoe trunk, adorned with stencilled monogram
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Pair of French Louis XV Walnut Plank Seat Hall Chairs on Cabriole Legs, 1800s
Located in Kenilworth, IL
backs frame a shaped central back splat which terminate in a shoe at the base of the plank seat. The
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of French Blue and White Ceramic Hunting Scene Tiles, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
tiles, which are from the 1800s, depict two distinct hunting scenes. One tile (as seen on the left in
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Statue of a Young Boy Reading a Book
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
attire with a flowing coat, charming shoes tied in a bow and a hat with richly sculpted curly hair. He
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Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Brass Mounted Coat Hanger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
below three larger panels. At the bottom are five different compartments for shoes. All elegantly
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Coat Racks and Stands

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Brass

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu And Rouge Griotte Marble Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
one of her shoes off to rest her foot on the column. Wonderful attention to detail throughout.
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Ormolu

Volksted -Richard Eckert Porcelain Figurine
By Richard Eckert & Co.
Located in Guaynabo, PR
fabrics in his blouse & pants. His shoes are adorned with flowers. He is holding a rose in his right hand
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Antique 19th Century German Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

19th Century Solid Oak Work Bench
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Substantial, antique, solid oak work bench executed in the traditional form of a shoe foot trestle
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Antique 19th Century American Primitive Industrial and Work Tables

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Wood

19th Century Solid Oak Work Bench
19th Century Solid Oak Work Bench
H 42 in W 150 in D 53.5 in
French Library and Etagere Napoleon III
Located in Milano, IT
shoes, on the uprights, on the lower band and in the side handles.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Bookcases

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Bronze

French Library and Etagere Napoleon III
French Library and Etagere Napoleon III
H 33.47 in W 25.79 in D 14.38 in
Armor Model, Late 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
middle) and closed leggings. Shoes with four blades, of which the last one elongates in a conical shape
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Iron

Armor Model, Late 19th Century
Armor Model, Late 19th Century
H 34.65 in W 13.39 in D 6.7 in
Antique 19th Century German Figural Hanau Silver Overlay Decanter Bottle
Located in Dayton, OH
1800s. Carafes such as this were used to decant port or stronger alcoholic libations. Provenance
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Antique Late 19th Century Rococo Barware

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Silver

Original Painting on Board of "A Girl with Blue Sash Ribbon"
Located in Chicago, IL
photographs and such. A computer in the late 1800's, they would have loved it however, I think air
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Antique 19th Century American Paintings

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Rosewood, Paint

Antique English Officers Horse Hoof Inkstand
Located in Forney, TX
stirrups to the front, hinged lid opening to two cylindrical inkwell cutouts, and original iron horse shoe
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Metal, Silver Plate, Iron

1850’s-1970’s Vintage Assorted Rose Medallion Tableware Various Styles 61 Pieces
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible 1850’s antique to 1970’s vintage assorted Rose Medallion tableware including various
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tableware

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Porcelain

Stunning Hand Carved Sulptural Hall Chair w. Gothic Chimera Dragon Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and remarkable workmanship chair from the 1800s. In this day and age it is very difficult to
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Large Scale Printed Kerchief of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Located in York County, PA
resembles those made between 1800 and the 1850’s. The known color variations and dyes provide the same
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Shooting Gallery
By Kat Flyn
Located in New Orleans, LA
an old arcade shooting gallery. Throughout the 1800s, right up until the 1960s, carnival games often
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Shooting Gallery
Shooting Gallery
H 45.72 in W 30.48 in D 48.26 in

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Antique figurative oil painting, Landscape, Riverscape, French art
By Pierre Garnier
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French landscape oil painting/figurative oil painting of a woman at the edge of the water by Pierre Garnier, signed in the bottom left P. Garnier. This exceptional figurativ...
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1890s French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Jour D'Orage, la Garde (Var), Mai 1921 (Stormy Day)" Louis Pastour
Located in SANTA FE, NM
This painting is bright and cheery and the jewel-tone colors are superb. "Jour d'Orage, La Garde (Var) (Stormy Day) 1921" Louis Pastour (France, 1876-1948) Oil on board Signed and ...
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1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Antique Irish Oil Canvas Fishing Maritime Painting William P Rogers Dublin 1870
By William P. Rogers
Located in Portland, OR
A good & whimsical oil on canvas painting by the Irish painter William P. Rogers (fl 1846-1872). The work depicts a fisherman mending his nets, with baskets & ropes to the foreground...
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1870s Victorian Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Japanese Antique Door "Wall Decoration" 1860s-1900s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This was a very old Japanese warehouse (kura) window sliding door. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The frame is made of cedar wood and the lattice is bamboo. It w...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Art

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Bamboo, Cedar

Antique portrait of a boy, child portrait, early 1800's male framed portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique oil portrait from the early 1800's of a child in a black feather hat on a stretched canvas, framed, unsigned. This is a truly exceptional oil painting of a child, it reminds ...
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1810s French School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Japanese Antique Stand Mirror 1890s Marquetry Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is a Japanese stand mirror. It was made around the Meiji period (1890). The materials used are good and it is very elaborately made. Although some parts, such as the marquetry,...
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Wood

Antique French Impressionist landscape oil painting, riverscape with boat
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French riverscape/landscape in a beautiful ornate frame, unsigned. This attractive post-impressionist oil on canvas of a boat sailing down a river has the most appealing hue...
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Early 20th Century French School Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Antique portrait of a woman, French romantic oil painting, female portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique portrait of a young woman. Romantic 1800's oil painting on canvas board. This is an attractive, traditional 19th Century French oil painting in its original frame. MORE ABO...
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1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Santa Claus Christmas Chocolate Mold Antique 1920s, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, marked with manufactory mark. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to 1920s were the golden age of Chocolate ...
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Vintage 1920s German Folk Art More Dining and Entertaining

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Metal

Antique French Impressionist Landscape/riverscape by Ernest Gaston Marche
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French impressionist riverscape/landscape oil painting on wood board in a gilt frame, unsigned (see below). This is a typical and charming late 19th Century French impressio...
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1880s French School Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Figurative portrait interior oil painting Women and child portrait painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique post impressionist Art Deco figurative oil painting by French artist Bernard Py. This large size animated interior painting of two women and a girl is quite eye catching. A...
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1920s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Board 1860s-1900s / Abstract Art Low Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese work board. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. It was originally a work board for kneading wheat. Through years...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Art

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Mirror Black Frame 1930s-1940s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese mirror. It was made in the early Showa period. The whole thing is made of solid wood and has a sturdy construction. The frame is painted black. The paint is ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wood

Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Japanese camp knife with a leather sheath. Blade stamped 'Japan.' Traditional stacked leather handle in black with red and white accent rings. Full tang blade running strai...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Antiquities

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Metal

Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
H 9 in W 2.25 in D 1.5 in
Modernist Japanese Toyo Black Ikebana Sculptural Vase
By Toyo
Located in Cordova, SC
Vintage black ceramic Japanese Ikebana vase. Unsigned. No chips or cracks. The sculptural piece is in fantastic shape.
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Carved and Inlaid Shibayama Folding Screen, Japan, Meiji Era, circa 1890
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Folding creen with 2 panels in carved, inlaid and lacquered wood. The upper and lower parts are carved with birds and foliage / leaves. The central panels are inlaid on the front...
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Screens and Room Dividers

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Wood

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1800s Early Cobblers Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
from the 1800s—a genuine cobbler's bench straight from the heart of the United States. This
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Antique Early 1800s American Benches

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Wood

1800s Early Cobblers Bench
1800s Early Cobblers Bench
H 41 in W 18 in D 31 in
Horse Bog Shoes
Located in Summerland, CA
Primitive, 19th century. Handmade wooden, iron and leather horse shoes used for swamps, snow
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Antique 19th Century American Primitive Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Horse Bog Shoes
Horse Bog Shoes
H 13.5 in W 9 in D 3 in
1800s Americana Advertising Masons Wood Blacking Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beautifully aged wood box that was made to hold shoe polish. 1800s Mason's blacking shoe polish box black
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paper

19th Century French Wrought Iron Horse Shoe Shaped Logs Fire Dog Andirons
Located in Dorking, Surrey
Rare "horse shoe" shaped pair of 19th century wrought iron French fire dogs. These are full of
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Andirons

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Metal, Other, Wrought Iron

Hand-Painted French Porcelain Boudoir Doll Lamp, with Lampshade Frame, 1800s
Located in Petaluma, CA
arms and porcelain feet at the base, with gold painted shoes on a round white porcelain base with gold
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Antique Early 19th Century French Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Wonderful Two-Piece Statue of a French Boy
Located in Houston, TX
, buttons on his jacket, socks and shoes. He is charming.
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Garden Ornaments

Antique Wood Cobbler's Rack on Casters
Located in Katonah, NY
rack, wine glass rack, shoe storage...
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Antique 19th Century American Shelves

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Metal

19th Century Shoe Factory Rack
Located in New York, NY
Antique wooden shoe rack from 1890 with vintage casters. Perfect wine rack great for kitchen. This
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Antique 19th Century American Other More Furniture and Collectibles

19th Century Shoe Factory Rack
19th Century Shoe Factory Rack
H 53.5 in W 32 in D 15 in
Pair of Chinese Cantone Horse Shoe Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of 19th century Chinese Cantone horse shoe chair.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Chinese Antique Wooden Small Storage Shelf/1800s/Simple Beautiful Design
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden cabinet made in China around the 1800s. The wood used is probably pine
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Narrow Shoe Rack
Located in New York, NY
Antique narrow wooden shoe rack from late 1800's with vintage casters. Perfect wine rack great for
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Antique 19th Century American Other Architectural Elements

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Wood

Antique Narrow Shoe Rack
Antique Narrow Shoe Rack
H 59 in W 27 in D 13.5 in
Antique Chinese Yoke Back Chair with Patinated Wood, Horse Shoe Shape
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration an antique circa 1800s yoke back chair. Handmade in China. Horse shoe shape
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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Armchairs

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Wood

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Horse Shoe Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Victorian horse shoe pin with Old mine cut diamonds. Item #P0094 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond Horse Shoe Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Victorian horse shoe pin with old mine cut diamonds. Item #P0098 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

Table Boulle Style Gilded Bronze France Late 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
background; enriched with bronze shoes and applications in the forms of female herms and masks.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Other Tables

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Gueridons Mahogany Gilded Bronze Black Marble XIX Century
Located in Milano, IT
mahogany veneered in briar, is embellished with chiseled and gilded bronze frames, bronze shoes finish the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Other Gueridon

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Alabaster Statue of a Sculptor
Located in Dallas, TX
detail. The young man wears a cap covering a mass of curly hair, an apron over his tunic, and shoes with
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Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Fabulous, Large 19th Century European Train Station Clock Housing
Located in Dallas, TX
helmet and shoes, he could travel from place to place very quickly. There are demi-figure angel
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Oak

Exceptional 19th Century Gilded Bronze Statue of Marie of Burgundy
By Jean-Auguste Barre
Located in Dallas, TX
meticulously detailed every aspect of this sculpture. All of the clothing, from the shoes and feathered hat of
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Medieval Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Fruitwood Statue of Patron Saint Nicolas
Located in Dallas, TX
early 1800’s and has been beautifully hand carved from European Fruitwood.. Religious statues are
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Religious Items

French Mannequin
Located in Chicago, IL
1800s, and I must admit that we are not experts in womanâ??s clothing. Arms are articulated and the
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Toys

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Composition

French Mannequin
French Mannequin
H 41.5 in W 13 in D 9 in
Genre Scene The Farriers Oil on Board Late 1600s
Located in Milan, IT
, balanced and calm, depicts the work of the farriers. Some of them are shoeing horses, others are working
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Early 17th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century French, Rococo Settee
Located in High Point, NC
Elegant and refined, this antique wooden settee is a Rococo gem. Made in France in the 1800s, this
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Settees

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Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

19th Century French, Rococo Settee
19th Century French, Rococo Settee
H 40.9 in W 61.4 in D 27.6 in
Auffray Country French Louis XV Provincial Linen Press Wardrobe TV Armoire
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
". Auffray & Co. was founded in Paris in the late 1800's and came to New York in 1941. Established as the
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Brilliantly Charming Early 19th Century Oak Farm Table with Sliding Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
early 1800s. The table has a marvelous top of three boards with canted corners and breadboard ends. Two
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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Farm Tables

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Oak

Bow Porcelain Figure, Shepherd Boy Piper with Dog, circa 1755
By Bow Porcelain
Located in London, GB
ribbons in his shoes and a beautiful black hat. As in many figures of this period, the expression on the
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Antique 1750s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Pair of Porcelain Figures, Garland Shepherds, Georgian, ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
, imagine them walking over the moors with their silk shoes! These figures were used to adorn the dinner
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Emma Hope Embroidered Satin Kitten Heel Shoes Sz 38 1/2
Located in Atlanta, GA
slippers from the 1800's though they have a modern silhouette including an exaggerated pointy toe and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Mid 1800s French Walnut Single Plank Monastery Dining Table
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France this Mid 1800s French Walnut Monastery Table features a single plank 2
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Hand Carved Stone Rustic Mudroom Garden Bench Seat Antique Indoor Outdoor LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
century hand carved stone elements small and low mudroom shoe garden bench 4 inch thick stone top slab
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Antique 19th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

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Limestone, Stone

19th Century Carved Chinese Dragon Bench with Storage Chest
Located in Miami, FL
large storage compartment ideal for shoes or blankets, circa mid-late 1800s. A great focal point in an
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Benches

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Auffray & Co Country French Painted Bedside End Tables Nightstand Provincial
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Paris in the late 1800's and came to New York in 1941. Established as the finest French furniture
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Night Stands

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Hardwood, Paint

Lord Seaham, Marquis of Londonderry
By Sir Thomas Lawrence
Located in Hillsborough, NC
regarded for the striking boyish pose, the finger in his period leather shoe, the vivid red coat and white
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Late 19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel, Canvas

Six Inlaid Panels Attr. to Luigi Mascaroni Italy XIX Century
Located in Milan, IT
helmet and winged shoes while with his right hand he holds the caduceus, his chariot is pulled by hens
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19th Century Other Art Style Mixed Media

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Other Medium

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Lucky Horse Shoe Silver Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her trips to Scotland. From the mid 1800's Queen
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

19th Century French Boy Mannequin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Late 1800's French dress form. Standing rigid plaster coated child mannequin. Articulating jointed
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Antique Late 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

19th Century French Boy Mannequin
19th Century French Boy Mannequin
H 42.5 in W 19 in D 9 in
19th Century Antique Pine Church Pew Kitchen Bench Hallway Bench
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
A lovely and unusual example of a pine church pew dating from the early 1800s. It is perfectly
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Benches

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Pine

French Fruit Drying Rack, circa 1890
Located in Houston, TX
fruit. Used since the 1800s this French fruit drying rack at first reminded us of a snow shoe. Well we
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Antique 1890s French Decorative Baskets

Polychrome-Decorated Figural Candlestick
Located in Sutton Coldfield, GB
shoes fastened with buckles. His left arm is crooked, his hand placed on his hip, whilst his right arm
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Antique 1720s English Candlesticks

Materials

Gesso, Paint, Wood

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1800s Shoes For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1800s shoes is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1800s shoes — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. 1800s shoes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1800s shoes bearing Louis XVI or Rococo hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many 1800s shoes are appealing in their simplicity, but Kat Flyn produced popular 1800s shoes that are worth a look.

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Prices for 1800s shoes start at $250 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $1,800.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A shoe bench refers to a bench that can also be utilized as a shoe storage compartment underneath the seating. Some shoe benches feature shelving, while others may have compartments to keep your shoes sorted. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary shoe benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Shoe charms are small jewelry accessories that you attach to footwear to enhance its appearance. Some shoe charms connect to the shoelaces of sneakers, while others clip or slide onto the tongues of loafers and oxfords. There are also shoe charms designed to fit down into the perforations on certain styles of shoes, such as vinyl clogs. Explore a wide range of charms on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Car shoes are footwear designed to ensure comfort and increase safety while driving. Although designs vary, they often feature extra cushioning in the back that reduces pressure on the heel and specialized soles that are less likely to slip while operating the pedals in an automobile. You may also see car shoes referred to as driving shoes, driving slippers, car loafers or driving moccasins. Shop a wide variety of car shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A vintage shoe refers to various footwear styles that were commonly worn decades ago. Shoes that are deemed vintage are at least 20 years old, and “vintage-style shoes” are inspired by styles that originated at least two decades ago or longer. Also referred to as retro shoes, today’s vintage-style shoes are often reproduced in mass quantities. Find a collection of authentic vintage shoes and other footwear on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you clean your Balenciaga shoes depends on the type of shoes you have and the type of dirt they’ve collected. Canvas sneakers can be cleaned with a mild detergent in warm water and a soft brush or cloth. Other fabrics might be cleaned by wiping with a damp cloth or you may need to see a cobbler. You’ll find a large collection of Balenciaga shoes and other products from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can examine many elements to authenticate Dior shoes. Dior shoes have deep, well-defined treads, while imitations may have very shallow patterns. Insoles on Dior shoes read "made in Italy" and show the brand name in the correct font. The words "made in Italy" should also appear above the style number and the Italian shoe size. Shop a large selection of expertly vetted Dior shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Beaded shoes are called Peranakan. Peranakan beaded slippers, also known as Kasut Manik, which literally means "beaded shoes," are a form of shoe that originated in Malaya in the early 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop designer shoes from top fashion brands today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The material content of Balenciaga shoes depends on the shoe. The brand is noted for using only the finest materials including Italian leather, 3D printed rubber, 3D knit and rubber with “no memory” technology. While the brand uses luxurious and innovative materials, they also include practical components such as polyester and elastane. You’ll find a variety of Balenciaga shoes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Fendi shoes are comfortable is a matter of personal perception. However, the brand does add features to their shoes to help enhance the fit. An example is the stretchy elastic heel strap found on the Colibri Pump. Shop a collection of Fendi shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Balenciaga offers a 30-day return or exchange policy, effective the date of purchase or delivery. You can return any item within that window with complimentary shipping. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends. If you take care of your Gucci shoes and don’t wear them daily, they’re less likely to crease. Some may find that Gucci shoes crease easily, while others don’t find it an issue. Find expertly vetted vintage and modern Gucci shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Bally shoes are handmade. The designer fashion house produces its lines of men's and women's casual and dress shoes mostly in Western Europe. Its main factory is in Caslano, Switzerland. You can shop a range of Bally shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How you style Dior shoes depends on the type of shoe and your personal preferences. Dior sneakers can put a trendy finishing touch on everything from dresses to shorts, while Dior boots can elevate cold-weather ensembles like wool skirts and sweater-and-jeans combos. Part of the fun of Dior fashions is defying the rules and creating your own unique looks, so feel free to think outside the box when styling. Shop a large selection of Dior shoes on 1stDibs.