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Venetian Etched Oval Mirror
Venetian Etched Oval Mirror

Venetian Etched Oval Mirror

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

Decorative rosettes and faceted glass buttons secure the individual mirrored panels, creating a layered, jewel-like effect characteristic of traditional Venetian craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century Italian Other Antique Buttons

Materials

Glass, Mirror

A smocked, glazed indigo linen blouse dress – Edwardian period
A smocked, glazed indigo linen blouse dress – Edwardian period

A smocked, glazed indigo linen blouse dress – Edwardian period

Located in Toulon, FR

It is made of indigo-dyed linen with a loose, straight cut, long sleeves, two side flap pockets and a turned-down collar with a facing of white opaline buttons. There is no front or ...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Buttons

Fine Pair of Antique Cut Crystal Lustre Vases with Prism Drops
Fine Pair of Antique Cut Crystal Lustre Vases with Prism Drops

Fine Pair of Antique Cut Crystal Lustre Vases with Prism Drops

Located in Worcester, GB

The scalloped rim is finely cut with radiating fan motifs and is suspended with alternating faceted octagonal crystal buttons and long rectangular prism drops, creating a beautiful d...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Buttons

Materials

Crystal

Massive Staffordshire Pearlware Figure of Venus, Over Two Feet High, Circa 1810
Massive Staffordshire Pearlware Figure of Venus, Over Two Feet High, Circa 1810

Massive Staffordshire Pearlware Figure of Venus, Over Two Feet High, Circa 1810

Located in Downingtown, PA

She wears a high-waisted gown in mottled manganese purple with short puffed sleeves and a green band at the bodice and hem, edged in blue and set with ochre buttons, the skirt slit a...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Buttons

Materials

Ceramic, Pearlware, Pottery

Art Deco Flexo Industrial Floating Arm Task Lamp c.1943
Art Deco Flexo Industrial Floating Arm Task Lamp c.1943

Art Deco Flexo Industrial Floating Arm Task Lamp c.1943

By Art Specialty Co

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bakelite red and black on/off buttons. Takes two florescent bulbs. CREATOR Flexo, Art Specialty Co., Chicago, IL.

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Buttons

Materials

Metal, Steel

Rare Historical Victorian Embroidered Bespoke Handmade Smoking Jacket c 1910
Rare Historical Victorian Embroidered Bespoke Handmade Smoking Jacket c 1910

Rare Historical Victorian Embroidered Bespoke Handmade Smoking Jacket c 1910

Located in University City, MO

Rare historical floral embroidered bespoke handmade smoking jacket c 1910 The vintage smoking jacket is designed with floral embroidered satin panels running down the front that ex...

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Early 20th Century Antique Buttons

Pair of 19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Reclining Armchairs
Pair of 19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Reclining Armchairs

Pair of 19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Reclining Armchairs

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Leather squab cushions with float buttons enhance both comfort and style, while the original colour, leather seat, back, and cushions all speak to the quality and integrity of the pi...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Buttons

Materials

Leather, Walnut

A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century
A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century

A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Collar and handles applied embroidered braids with red cotton thread and gold thread, two buttons bell attached. Madder red cotton lining, and indigo dyed satin trim.

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Early 1800s Turkish Antique Buttons

Antique Pair Old Sheffield Oval Lidded Sauce Tureens C1820 19th Century
Antique Pair Old Sheffield Oval Lidded Sauce Tureens C1820 19th Century

Antique Pair Old Sheffield Oval Lidded Sauce Tureens C1820 19th Century

Located in London, GB

When this new material was used to make buttons, they looked and behaved like silver buttons but were a fraction of the cost.

Category

1820s Antique Buttons

Materials

Silver

Antique Large Old Sheffield George III Candelabra 4 Piece Suite 18th Century
Antique Large Old Sheffield George III Candelabra 4 Piece Suite 18th Century

Antique Large Old Sheffield George III Candelabra 4 Piece Suite 18th Century

Located in London, GB

When this new material was used to make buttons, they looked and behaved like silver buttons but were a fraction of the cost.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Buttons

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Copper

Antique Pair Old Sheffield George III Wine Coolers 18th Century
Antique Pair Old Sheffield George III Wine Coolers 18th Century

Antique Pair Old Sheffield George III Wine Coolers 18th Century

Located in London, GB

When this new material was used to make buttons, they looked and behaved like silver buttons but were a fraction of the cost.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Buttons

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique W. Hetter St Austell Cufflink Box
Antique W. Hetter St Austell Cufflink Box

Antique W. Hetter St Austell Cufflink Box

Located in Braintree, GB

The box could also accommodate small shirt studs, dress buttons or a compact gentleman’s dress set. Dimensions Exterior: 7.4 x 4.5 cm Cufflink capacity: Each fitted position accommo...

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Late 19th Century Modern Antique Buttons

Materials

Other

Untitled (White Pickett Fence) - Vintage Ambrotype, 19th Century, Unique, 1850's
Untitled (White Pickett Fence) - Vintage Ambrotype, 19th Century, Unique, 1850's

Untitled (White Pickett Fence) - Vintage Ambrotype, 19th Century, Unique, 1850's

Located in Denton, TX

Photographers often applied pigments to the surface of the plate to add color, often tinting cheeks and lips red and adding gold highlights to jewelry, buttons, and belt buckles. Amb...

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19th Century Other Art Style Antique Buttons

Materials

Ambrotype

Untitled (Family) - Vintage Ambrotype, Anonymous, 19th Century, Unique
Untitled (Family) - Vintage Ambrotype, Anonymous, 19th Century, Unique

Untitled (Family) - Vintage Ambrotype, Anonymous, 19th Century, Unique

Located in Denton, TX

Photographers often applied pigments to the surface of the plate to add color, often tinting cheeks and lips red and adding gold highlights to jewelry, buttons, and belt buckles. Amb...

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19th Century Other Art Style Antique Buttons

Materials

Ambrotype

Antique Chinese Tricolored Blue Silk Embroidered Robe
Antique Chinese Tricolored Blue Silk Embroidered Robe

Antique Chinese Tricolored Blue Silk Embroidered Robe

Located in Sharon, CT

A 14" embroiderer at each sleeve interior includes multicolored potted plants and gold metallic designs. Two Chinese buttons at the collar and two front center.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Buttons

Hand-carved statue of a French officer, 19th century
Hand-carved statue of a French officer, 19th century

Hand-carved statue of a French officer, 19th century

Located in MILL, NL

Gilded epaulettes and buttons. Crafted from oak and standing on a stone base.

Category

19th Century French Antique Buttons

Materials

Stone

A polonaise visiting dress in blue silk taffeta and Falbalas France, circa 1875
A polonaise visiting dress in blue silk taffeta and Falbalas France, circa 1875

A polonaise visiting dress in blue silk taffeta and Falbalas France, circa 1875

Located in Toulon, FR

Fitted bodice with a crew neck, long basques and fastened at the front with grey silk bell-shaped buttons. Long, elbow-length sleeves finished in a pagoda shape with ruffled flounces...

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1870s French Antique Buttons

Wonderful Rope Themed Art Deco Vase in Turquoise Europe 1930s
Wonderful Rope Themed Art Deco Vase in Turquoise Europe 1930s

Wonderful Rope Themed Art Deco Vase in Turquoise Europe 1930s

Located in Meer, VAN

It features an elegant spiral shaped decoration in thin rope-like lines and buttons. The vase has a simple shape, with an edge slightly pointing outwards.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Buttons

Materials

Pottery

Buffet with two glazed bodies – Napoleon III period – Ebonized wood – 19th centu
Buffet with two glazed bodies – Napoleon III period – Ebonized wood – 19th centu

Buffet with two glazed bodies – Napoleon III period – Ebonized wood – 19th centu

Located in NAVILLY, FR

The lower body (H. 94 cm, D. 57 cm) has two solid wood doors decorated with molded panels with circular buttons characteristic of the Napoleon III style, with interior shelf; shelf d...

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18th Century European American Classical Antique Buttons

Materials

Beech

Portrait of an artistic Gentleman, c. 1720s
Portrait of an artistic Gentleman, c. 1720s

Portrait of an artistic Gentleman, c. 1720s

By John Vanderbank

Located in Edinburgh, Scotland

He is draped around the middle with loose orange silk, and wears a black jacket fitted with buttons, whose glinting highlights suggest cut-steel embellishment (a fashionable Georgian...

Category

1720s Old Masters Antique Buttons

Materials

Oil

1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown
1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown

1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The innermost beige-nude chiffon is complete with a sewn in chain to ensure perfect drape. Buttons along the center. Overall very good vintage condition commensurate with the 110 ye...

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1910s French Antique Buttons

Antique Sterling Silver Coasters by Lewis & Wright, 1823
Antique Sterling Silver Coasters by Lewis & Wright, 1823

Antique Sterling Silver Coasters by Lewis & Wright, 1823

By George Samuel Lewis & John Wright

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The coasters are fitted with fine and impressive turned mahogany bases, embellished with the original silver buttons to the centre. These sterling silver coasters are fitted with ...

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1820s English George IV Antique Buttons

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

A brown silk faille day dress with pagoda sleeves - France Circa 1880
A brown silk faille day dress with pagoda sleeves - France Circa 1880

A brown silk faille day dress with pagoda sleeves - France Circa 1880

Located in Toulon, FR

The bodice is complete with ten buttons (buttons are slightly missing) and black piping with jet pearls is applied around the bodice and at the ends of the pagodas.

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1880s French Antique Buttons

PAIR OF HIGH BACKED ANTIQUE REGENCY 1810 CHESTERFIELD BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
PAIR OF HIGH BACKED ANTIQUE REGENCY 1810 CHESTERFIELD BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs

PAIR OF HIGH BACKED ANTIQUE REGENCY 1810 CHESTERFIELD BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Each chair has what's called "Thomas Chippendale Floating Buttons" which is a style of tufting dating back to the 18th Century Condition wise these chairs have been fully restored ...

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1810s English Regency Antique Buttons

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Box with Original Key
19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Box with Original Key

19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Box with Original Key

Located in Tampa, FL

The interior retains its original blue silk lining, complete with tufted silk covered buttons and compartmented storage. The silk shows age appropriate wear and imperfections consist...

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1870s French Antique Buttons

Materials

Ivory, Ebony, Rosewood

Aesthetic Movement Bamboo & Rattan Corner Cabinet or Etagere
Aesthetic Movement Bamboo & Rattan Corner Cabinet or Etagere

Aesthetic Movement Bamboo & Rattan Corner Cabinet or Etagere

Located in Milford, NH

Missing one of the decorative cap buttons and one scrolled volute wiggly. Dimensions: 74 in H x 28 in W x 18 in D, with each back side measuring 20 inches.

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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Buttons

Materials

Brass

1920s Art Deco Ivory Silk Shirtwaister Dress
1920s Art Deco Ivory Silk Shirtwaister Dress

1920s Art Deco Ivory Silk Shirtwaister Dress

Located in London, GB

The button stand features its original buttons leading to a pleated skirt. The dress has a classic V neck and fastens to the side with a singular popper on the waistband.

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1920s American Antique Buttons

20th Century Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa
20th Century Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa

20th Century Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa

Located in Round Top, TX

Classic Chesterfield form with rolled arms, tufted button back, and simple buttons line the front. Pleated leather creates dramatic arm fronts.

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Early 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Antique Buttons

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Edwardian Farmer & Co Ltd Chain Link Mother of Pearl "Button" Cufflinks
Antique Edwardian Farmer & Co Ltd Chain Link Mother of Pearl "Button" Cufflinks

Antique Edwardian Farmer & Co Ltd Chain Link Mother of Pearl "Button" Cufflinks

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Farmer & Co Ltd of 34 Hunter St, Sydney during an Edwardian era, these antique chain link cufflinks are in remarkable condition, accompanied by its original antique brown-coloured fi...

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Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Antique Buttons

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

19th Century French musical automaton clock
19th Century French musical automaton clock

19th Century French musical automaton clock

Located in London, GB

The figures within the scene are moved by the mechanism using the pull cord and two buttons to the side of the plinth, upon which the framed scene is set.

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Buttons

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

A Bustle cage silk faille Dress with bodice and skirt - France Circa 1890
A Bustle cage silk faille Dress with bodice and skirt - France Circa 1890

A Bustle cage silk faille Dress with bodice and skirt - France Circa 1890

Located in Toulon, FR

Chestnut silk moire lining on the officer collar and cuffs with large buttons. Front fastening with 12 chased steel buttons (one button missing).

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1880s French Antique Buttons

Printed challis Paisley Crinoline Dress Circa 1860
Printed challis Paisley Crinoline Dress Circa 1860

Printed challis Paisley Crinoline Dress Circa 1860

Located in Toulon, FR

Opening on the front with fasteners and buttons covered in black velvet. size bead trimmings and tassels same. chamois cotton lining chintzed .

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1860s French Antique Buttons

An indigo dyed glazed cotton peasant Blouse - France Circa 1850/1900
An indigo dyed glazed cotton peasant Blouse - France Circa 1850/1900

An indigo dyed glazed cotton peasant Blouse - France Circa 1850/1900

Located in Toulon, FR

The collar and cuffs are fastened with original black glass (onyx?) buttons. The glaze was obtained by applying wax, starch and sometimes egg white, which was then passed through a c...

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1860s French Antique Buttons

"Florentine Singer" Bronze Figure by P Dubois 1865
"Florentine Singer" Bronze Figure by P Dubois 1865

"Florentine Singer" Bronze Figure by P Dubois 1865

By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Paul Dubois

Located in Montreal, QC

The sculptor has paid close attention to many details, in the clothing, shoes, buttons, hair, and the musical instrument. The plaster model was exhibited at the Parisian Salon in 186...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Buttons

Materials

Bronze

Dignitary coat or Choga in Safran Pashmina - India Punjab 19th century
Dignitary coat or Choga in Safran Pashmina - India Punjab 19th century

Dignitary coat or Choga in Safran Pashmina - India Punjab 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

The coat is fastened at the front with two cherry silk passementerie buttons in the shape of a boteh with tapered pompons.

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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Buttons

1910s White Cotton Muslin Tea Dress
1910s White Cotton Muslin Tea Dress

1910s White Cotton Muslin Tea Dress

Located in London, GB

It has the most dainty, genuine Pearlescent buttons on the cuffs and those that fasten the dress to the rear.

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1910s British Antique Buttons

ANTiQUE ROBERT DAWS HARDWOOD NAPOLEONIC BLUE LEATHER RECLINING LIBRARY ARMCHAIR
ANTiQUE ROBERT DAWS HARDWOOD NAPOLEONIC BLUE LEATHER RECLINING LIBRARY ARMCHAIR

ANTiQUE ROBERT DAWS HARDWOOD NAPOLEONIC BLUE LEATHER RECLINING LIBRARY ARMCHAIR

By Robert Daws

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

This chair is a wonder to behold, the reclining action is operated by two buttons one under each arm, you simply squeeze the arms and then slide back to one of the many different pos...

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Buttons

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Serpentine Front Chesterfield Sofa
19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Serpentine Front Chesterfield Sofa

19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Serpentine Front Chesterfield Sofa

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

The sofa features a full button down seat, together with a fully buttoned scroll back and armrests, and retains most of its original buttons. It stands on elegant hand turned mahogan...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Buttons

Materials

Leather

Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century
Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century

Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century

Located in London, London

Seat height 35cm Some buttons have been replaced on the seat. Please contact us for an accurate shipping quote.

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Buttons

Materials

Leather

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825
An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

Located in Toulon, FR

Mitten cuffs tightened with tabs and shaped buttons. Matching piping and three rows of piping at the bottom of the dress to maintain volume.

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1820s French Antique Buttons

Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique
Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique

Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique

Located in PARIS, FR

Their rounded shape, reminiscent of modern buttons, earned them the nickname “mandarin buttons,” although this comparison is entirely inaccurate in terms of their actual use.

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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Buttons

Materials

Lacquer

Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique
Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique

Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique

Located in PARIS, FR

Their rounded shape, reminiscent of modern buttons, earned them the nickname “mandarin buttons,” although this comparison is entirely inaccurate in terms of their actual use.

Category

Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Buttons

Materials

Lacquer

Portrait of a Gentleman, traditionally identified as Edward Addison, Esq., 1780s
Portrait of a Gentleman, traditionally identified as Edward Addison, Esq., 1780s

Portrait of a Gentleman, traditionally identified as Edward Addison, Esq., 1780s

By George Romney

Located in Edinburgh, Scotland

Romney reworked this evidently satisfactory arrangement, down to the highlight on the gentlemen’s left shoulders and unfastening of the lower jacket buttons. The sitter has traditi...

Category

1780s Old Masters Antique Buttons

Materials

Oil

A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30
A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30

A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30

Located in Toulon, FR

Tightened at the waist by a wide belt, sewn in the center of the back, embroidered with black silk threads and attached by two buttons. Bust lining in cream silk pongee which is dama...

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1920s French Antique Buttons

Late 1980's Giorgio Armani Red Pant Suit
Late 1980's Giorgio Armani Red Pant Suit

Late 1980's Giorgio Armani Red Pant Suit

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Asymmetrical front closure with black circular buttons and flat set patch pockets. Collarless neckline, narrow sleeve and a fitted silhouette combine to give a quiet elegance to thi...

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1890s Italian Antique Buttons

Antique Edwardian Marble Chimneypiece
Antique Edwardian Marble Chimneypiece

Antique Edwardian Marble Chimneypiece

Located in Ware, GB

The surround is architecturally composed with thumbnail detailed jambs with a trio of warm Siena buttons and a well-proportioned frieze centred with a circular rouge marble dome.

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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Buttons

Materials

Marble

European Terracotta Portrait Plaque of a Nobleman with The Order of the Garter
European Terracotta Portrait Plaque of a Nobleman with The Order of the Garter

European Terracotta Portrait Plaque of a Nobleman with The Order of the Garter

Located in Downingtown, PA

The subject is depicted in a striking blue jacket adorned with intricate gold embroidery and gold-toned buttons. Resting prominently on his breast is the star of the British Order of...

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Buttons

Materials

Terracotta

A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930
A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930

A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930

Located in Toulon, FR

Falbalas pleated in pink rayon on the neckline with a reminder at the bottom of the skirt with a mesh flounce and roses in buttons. Snap fastener on the left side and small belt in m...

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1920s French Antique Buttons

Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix
Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix

Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix

Located in PARIS, FR

Their rounded shape, reminiscent of modern buttons, earned them the nickname “mandarin buttons,” although this comparison is entirely inaccurate in terms of their actual use.

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Buttons

Materials

Boxwood

A pair of English 19th century white Carrara marble statues, signed George Halse
A pair of English 19th century white Carrara marble statues, signed George Halse

A pair of English 19th century white Carrara marble statues, signed George Halse

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

He is wearing trousers with side buttons, a vest, and coat with the top button fastened, with one hand in his pocket while holding up a book with the other.

Category

18th Century English Antique Buttons

Materials

Carrara Marble

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Antique Buttons For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique buttons available for sale. The range of distinct antique buttons — often made from metal, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. Antique buttons have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique buttons made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique buttons have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Chesterfield, Matthew Boulton and Chase and Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Buttons?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,257, while they’re typically $43 on the low end and $1,250,000 highest priced.