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Material: Iron
Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725
Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
1950s American Studio Craft Iron Triangle Dinner Bell
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hand-forged dinner triangle, delicate swan head, in the manner of Early Russel Wright designed Iron Works, very reminiscent of the deer andirons.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
$1,295 Sale Price
28% Off
19th Century American Folk Art Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-century American folk art Heart-shaped forged iron pad lock and key, dated 1875
A remarkable 19th-century American heart-shaped forged iron padlock and key is a true testament ...
Category
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Collection of Burkina Faso Currency
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of Burkina Faso currency from the mid-20th century. This assortment of three vintage African ritual iron snakes effigies originate from the L...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
$1,100 / set
Sculptural Wood and Iron Strap 19th Century Farm Implement
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Super clean lines and sculptural 19th century American farm implement. Over eight and a half feet wide large scale looks amazing hung on a modern white...
Category
Late 19th Century North American Folk Art Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
Red and Black Painted Hand Made Primitive Pine Box
Located in New Windsor, NY
Hand made primitive red and black painted pine box. The piece features solid pine six board construction, iron hinges and black painted bands on the bottom portion of the box. Good o...
Category
Early 20th Century American Primitive Iron Primitives
Materials
Metal, Iron
19th Spanish Century Plow
Located in Round Top, TX
A fabulous mid-19th century Plow from the Catalan region of Spain. Sturdily constructed from wood and hand forged iron. These pieces are wonderful as wall-mounted art, coat racks or converted into light fixtures. Great as a clothing store display fixture...
Category
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Classic icon from the last century. Once used in every household, now its cherished for its simplicity and beauty. Cast in it's lid is the ancient symbol of Rome, She wolf with her b...
Category
1870s Italian Primitive Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
Rare painted iron standing floor lamp made to burn oil but converted to electricity. Nice lines and detail with upturned feet, scroll work and finial at top. See measurements below.
Category
Early 19th Century American Primitive Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century
Located in Cesena, FC
Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century
Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century, Italian
Antique bookbinder's press with distinctive Oak cabin...
Category
1930s European Vintage Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
Pair of African Mumuye Rain Wands on Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of African Mumuye rain wands on custom stands. This pair of vintage tribal rain wands originate from the Mumuye peoples of West Africa, Nigeria. These forged-iron wands were utilized by the Mumuye shamans in rain-making ceremonies where they would place the bottom ends in small holes dug into the earth, and symbolically petition the gods for rain. This pair of Mumuye rain wands are each presented upon custom black iron stands, making a great pair of decorative objects...
Category
20th Century Nigerian Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron
$1,180 / set
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Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive Danish carved and painted tape loom, Denmark. Tape looms were historically used to weave narrow bands of fabric, such as belts, ribbons, and strap...
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Pair of 19th Century Renaissance Style Iron Gates
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French Carved Snuff Box, Mid-19th Century
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Mossi Incised Currency Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
The blacksmiths and sculptors of the Mossi People were held in special regard by the tribe's ruling class. Their ability to shape bronze and other precious metals into currency and status symbols made them valuable members of the powerful tribe. The intricate design of this currency bracelet...
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Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
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Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
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18th-19th Century Italian Wood Carved Angel
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely angel, his right hand extended as if to touch something or hold
something. He appears very calm and peaceful, clothed in a partial shroud
which is draped over his shoulder...
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Pine and Oak Rocking Cradle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a charming, very rustic hooded rocking cradle with an interesting and unusual “bird house” with a circular opening, built into the shallow hood,...
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Late 19th Century Irish Rustic Antique Iron Primitives
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Original 19th C Sleigh Bells - Extra Long - Perfect Jingle Bells Sound 39 Bells!
Located in Red Lion, PA
19th Century Extra-Long Brass Sleigh Bells on Leather Belt: 39 Jingle Bells, Nearly 8 Feet Long
A spectacular and highly authentic set of original 19th-century brass sleigh bells, featuring an impressive 39 hand-cast bells mounted on a nearly 8-foot-long leather strap. This exceptional antique offers not only a beautiful historic presence, but also the perfect traditional “Jingle Bells” sound, bright, rich, and unmistakably festive, just as sleigh bells should be.
Each bell is solid brass, tightly fastened and fully functional, producing that magical tone that modern reproductions rarely achieve. The leather strap retains its original metal buckle and remains surprisingly supple and pliable for its age. With simple annual conditioning, it should continue to remain strong and flexible for years to come. The strap appears handmade and hand-stitched, and while there are small areas of thread loss consistent with age, the original workmanship was so solid that these minor imperfections do not compromise the structural integrity of the piece. The leather has developed a beautifully worn patina that speaks to more than a century of use, adding depth and authenticity to its appearance.
In the 19th century, long straps of sleigh bells like this were affixed to horse harnesses so travelers could be heard approaching through winter snow, helping prevent collisions on narrow rural roads. Over time, this cheerful sound became woven into the imagery of the holiday season and ultimately inspired the classic Christmas carol, “Jingle Bells.” Today, authentic sets like this capture the warmth and romance of Victorian winter travel and embody the nostalgia of an old-fashioned Christmas.
Because of its impressive length, this sleigh bell strap lends itself beautifully to holiday decorating. Many collectors enjoy hanging it on a door so it jingles each time someone enters or exits, while others drape it across a mantel for a warm, traditional seasonal moment. It also looks wonderful wrapped around a staircase railing, stretched along a festive tablescape as a conversation piece, or even displayed on a wall as a piece of functional folk art. However it’s arranged, the authentic sound and historic character bring instant Victorian holiday charm to any space.
Original 19th-century sleigh bell straps in this size and condition have become increasingly difficult to find, especially with such a full complement of bells still attached. Modern reproductions, while decorative, seldom replicate the deep, resonant sound of genuine antique brass or the rich patina only time and use can create. For lovers of Americana, equestrian history, Victorian Christmas...
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19th Century English Wrought Iron Garden Gate Grille Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of 19th Century English wrought iron decorative panels with black painted patina. Good quality iron work. Some paint loss. These are salvaged grilles from an old hotel elevato...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Iron Primitives
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Arko Wall Art 4, Contemporary Art Craft Rice Straw
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Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Hand-sewed rice straw art by Arko.
Title: A head-sea over the night sky (Small model)
This work has the feelings of contemporary, tribal art, contempora...
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2010s Japanese Organic Modern Iron Primitives
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Canvas, Thread, Straw
Set of 9 20th Century Eastern Orthodox Hand Painted Figural Christmas Ornaments
Located in Red Lion, PA
Set of 9 20th Century Eastern Orthodox Hand-Painted Figural Christmas Ornaments: Father Frost and Snow Maidens
A charming and beautifully crafted set of nine 20th-century Eastern Or...
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20th Century Iron Primitives
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Wire
$975
H 5 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century French Wrought Iron Antique Lock with Original Key
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century French wrought iron antique lock with original key that may be used for interior door or for a furniture like safe cabinet for example.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Iron Primitives
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
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Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron
Located in New Orleans, LA
Iconic charm from the 19th Century. Once used in every French Provincial household, now it’s cherished for its simplicity and rustic beauty. Makes a beautiful and unique accent piece in your keeping room, kitchen, laundry room...
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Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted cast iron cow door stop is in in good condition. It is unsigned but looks like a Hubley.
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1930s American Country Vintage Iron Primitives
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Spanish 18th Century Plow
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful and primitive agricultural piece used in plowing the fields from the Catalan region of Spain. Handsomely constructed from naturally washed Meleze and iron. A terrific pie...
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Spanish 18th Century Cremaillere, Chimney Cooking Tool
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Early 20th Century Provincial Chinese Water Bucket
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully aged with warm coloring, this Qing dynasty bucket draws attention to the ingenuity of its manufacture, consisting of staves of pine bound with iron rings. A small ring at...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Iron Primitives
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Spanish 18th Century Dough Bowl
Located in Round Top, TX
A very beautiful and primitive 18th century bowl from Spain. Hand carved from a single trunk and iron straps. A wonderful kitchen island or farm tab...
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Long Antique Industrial Era Wood and Iron Railway Bench with Reversible Seat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rustic and very sturdy antique bench from West Bromwich, England. A heavy plank for the back and one for the seat. With black painted shaped cast iron supports on the sides, labele...
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Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Iron Primitives
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Spanish 18th Century Anvil
Located in Round Top, TX
A very beautiful 18th century anvil from Spain. Expertly crafted from hand forged iron resting in its stone base. A stunning sculptural piece for any interior.
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Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Heart shaped iron pad lock & key, dated 1875, of large size made in three pieces, works. Complete with a 5.25" long key.
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19th Century Victorian Antique Iron Primitives
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French 18th Century Bee Hive, Ruche D'Abeilles
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