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Life-Size Antique Articulated Child Lay Figure
Located in Peekskill, NY
This mid-1800s child is a “mix” between an early articulated artist model and a lay figure mannequin. It must have been made by special request because there is no other example know...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fabric
H 56 in. W 18 in. D 8 in.
Antique Christmas Elf On Goose Money Bank
Located in Copenhagen, K
The Elf or "Nisse" as they are called in Denmark, used to live in every farmhouse, and you had to treat them nice to make them stay. Later on they became associated with Christmas an...
Category
Antique 1890s Danish Folk Art Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Earthenware
H 5.91 in. W 4.34 in. D 2.37 in.
Original Antique English "Dri-Boot" Boot Warmer
Located in Chicago, IL
Living the good life is what its all about. Who in their right mind would want to step in a cold boot when a warm one could be had? Not I. Nifty original antique English boot warmer ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities
H 4.5 in. W 7.5 in. D 2.5 in.
Large Silver Repouse Antique Shoe Slipper Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful ornate silver shoe slipper, exterior has overall hand chased repouse scroll and shell designs, pierced lace front, applied laces and large bow, German 800 silver; marks on ...
Category
Antique 19th Century German Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
H 2 in. W 6.5 in. D 2 in.
Antique Barometer
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Aneroid Marble and Bronze Barometer
Category
Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 17 in. W 7.5 in.
Impressive Collection of 82 Antique English Bridle Rosettes
Located in Bridgeport, CT
These English equestrian bridle mounts and pins range in various subjects and motifs including dogs, equestrian, floral arrangements, nautical and monarchy. Note: Four are solid bras...
Category
Early 20th Century British British Colonial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
H 0.25 in. Dm 1.75 in.
Books, History of the War in the Peninsula, Antique Leather-Bound Antique Set
Located in New York, NY
The History of the Peninsula War in the South of France, From the year 1807 to the year 1814, with a hand written letter note by the author in volume one by W.F.P. Napier. Six volume...
Category
Antique 19th Century Books
Materials
Leather
H 8 in. W 7 in. D 2 in.
Antique Map of Alaska '1904'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Map of Alaska Compiled Under the Direction of R.U. Goode, Geographer (..)'. This detailed map shows the topography and watershed Based Upon the U.S. Geological Su...
Category
Early 20th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 33.47 in. W 47.25 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Cast Iron Book Press
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique book-binding press made of cast iron and brass. Measures: 2 1/2" daylight. 18 1/2" in length, 13" in depth. Height ranges from 14" - 16 3/4". 76 pounds.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Books
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 16.75 in. W 18.5 in. D 13 in.
Antique Map of Singapore, 1932
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Singapore, scale 1:4.000.000. Published by the Tokyo Geographical Society, 1932. Originates from the 'Geological atlas of the Malay Archipelago' drawn by S. Sasahara and litho...
Category
Mid-20th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 21.86 in. W 31.11 in. D 0.02 in.
Concise Encyclopedia of American Antiques
Located in valatie, NY
The Concise Encyclopedia of American Antiques. New York: Hawthorn Books, Inc., 1958. First edition, fifth printing, hardcover with dust jacket. 848 pp. A comprehensive reference book...
Category
20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
H 10 in. W 7.5 in. D 2 in.
Antique Wooden Drum
Located in High Point, NC
This antique drum hails from the United Kingdom, circa 1920. The shell of the drum is made of golden metal, while the wooden rims are painted a cheerful contrasting blue. The light w...
Category
Vintage 1920s British Musical Instruments
Materials
Metal
H 14.6 in. W 16.1 in. D 16.1 in.
Miniature Antique Furniture, First Edition
By Peter B. Schiffer, Herbert F. Schiffer
Located in valatie, NY
Miniature Antique Furniture by Herbert F. and Peter B. Schiffer. Wynnewood: Livingston Publishing Company, 1972. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 264 pp. A study of handcraf...
Category
20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.25 in. W 9 in. D 1 in.
Antique Japanese Ehon Book Meiji Era
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antique Japanese Ehon Book Meiji Era, but details are unknown
Woodblack print book
Book dimensions 266 mm x 190 mm
There are damages because it is antique item as we show on t...
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Edo Books
Materials
Paper
H 8.9 in. W 6.26 in. D 0.4 in.
Original Antique Map of Indonesia, 1861
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Indonesia
Drawn and engraved by Edward Weller
Original color
Published in The Weekly Dispatch Atlas, 1861
Repairs to minor edge tears and some abrasions to ...
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Maps
Materials
Paper
H 13 in. W 19 in. D 0.07 in.
French Antique Leather Bound Books
Located in Austin, TX
French antique books with Moroccan leather black spine, gold leaf imprinted title and blue and black covers. A large selection available, also in red, black and green, priced per boo...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Books
H 6.5 in. W 9.5 in. D 2 in.
Antique World Map by P. Schenk '1706'
By Peter Schenk
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Diversa Orbis Terrae. Visu Incedente per Coluros Tropicorum, Ambos Ejus Polos, et Parciularis Sphaerae Zenith, in Planum Orthographica Projectio (..) Plat Ontwerp...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 20.87 in. W 23.82 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Military Trunk
Located in Houston, TX
This antique military trunk would be an interesting addition for many settings. It could be used as a low coffee table, storage, or just as a conversation piece.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
H 13 in. W 30 in. D 18.5 in.
Japanese Antique Miniature GOBAN Game Table
Located in Shelburne, VT
This is a scarce miniature size Goban game table with fine rich gold and black lacquering. It dates to the 19th century, Meiji period.
Rare size.
Dimensions: 4.25 inches high a...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Games
Materials
Stone
H 4.25 in. W 8 in. D 7.5 in.
Antique Railway Map of Scotland, 1907
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'North & Central Scotland: Railway Systems'. Railway map of Scotland. Published by the London Geographical Institute, circa 1907.
Category
Early 20th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 15.56 in. W 9.85 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Asia 'circa 1739'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Asia Dividida em suas Regioens & Principaes Estados'. Rare and uncommon map of Asia. Signed '1739'. Source unknown, to be determined.
Frame included. We carefu...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12.41 in. W 13.78 in. D 0.6 in.
Large Antique Map of Uruguay, 1903
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Mapa de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay'. Large and detailed folding map of Uruguay. This monumental map depicts all of Uruguay with unprecedented accuracy and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 72.84 in. W 50.79 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique World Map by Levasseur, '1875'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Planisphère sur la Projection de Mercator'. Large world map. This map originates from 'Atlas de Géographie Moderne Physique et Politique' by A. Levasseur. Publish...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 18.71 in. W 24.02 in. D 0.02 in.
Beautiful Antique Silver Hand Arm Ex Voto, Antique European 1910s
Located in Nürnberg, DE
A cute petite religious Ex Voto. I do not know what it is made of, thin and light filigree silver or silver-plated metal. It is hand made, embossed and then welded. Given the delicac...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Religious Items
Materials
Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
H 7.38 in. W 2 in. D 0.1 in.
Large Antique Silver Hand Arm Ex Voto, Antique European, 1910s
Located in Nürnberg, DE
A cute petite religious Ex Voto. I do not know what it is made of, thin and light filigree silver or silver plated metal. It is handmade, embossed and then welded. Given the delicacy...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Religious Items
Materials
Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
H 9.13 in. W 2.38 in. D 0.1 in.
Antique Folding Map of Kyoto, 1920
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique folding map of Kyoto, Japan. On the verso of this map photos of buildings, other structures and informative text can be found.
Category
20th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 21.07 in. W 30.71 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique World Map by Lapie, 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Mappe-Monde en deux Hemispheres'. Map of the world. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by Pierre M. Lapie and Alexa...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 19.89 in. W 26.78 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique World Map by Lesage, 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique world map titled 'Mappe Monde Historique'. The map depicts both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, with the hemispheres meeting in the middle of the Pacific Ocean near the ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 21.07 in. W 27.56 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Lifeboat Binnacle
Located in Norwell, MA
Lifeboat binnacle with a compass and side burner missing door. Mounted to a cared mahogany base.
Overall dimensions: 13 1/2" x 9".
Category
20th Century Nautical Objects
H 13.5 in. Dm 9 in.
Antique Map of Denmark, circa 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Charte von Daenemark nebst den Herzogthumern Schleswig und Holstein'. Rare and uncommon map of Denmark. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1800.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 16.54 in. W 16.15 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Tobacco Cutter
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
From the time of the great gadgetry. Cast iron pasta/tobacco cutter marked "MARKE AAL WERKE". Original and functional.
Period: 19th century
Origin: German
Size: 12" x 6" x...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Iron
H 7 in. W 12 in. D 6 in.
The Antiques Directory of Furniture Book
Located in Oakland Park, FL
"The Antiques Directory: Furniture Hardcover–August 27, 1995
by Judith Miller (Editor), Martin Miller (Editor)
Provides descriptions and price listings for a wide variety of furnit...
Category
1990s Hong Kong Country Books
Materials
Paper
H 11 in. W 8 in. D 1.75 in.
Original Antique Map of Illinois, circa 1890
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Illinois (in 2 parts)
Original color.
Published, circa 1890
The measurement given below is for one sheet
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1890s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in. W 11.75 in. D 0.07 in.
Original Antique Map of Greece, circa 1790
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Super map of Greece
Copper plate engraving by A.Bell
Published, circa 1790.
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1790s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 8.25 in. W 11 in. D 0.07 in.
Original Antique Map of India, circa 1820
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Super map of India
Copper plate engraving
Published, circa 1820.
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1820s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12 in. W 10 in. D 0.07 in.
Large Original Antique Map of Mexico, 1861
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Mexico
Drawn and engraved by Edward Weller
Original color outline
Published in The Weekly Dispatch Atlas, 1861
A couple of repairs to some tiny edge tears
...
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Maps
Materials
Paper
H 13 in. W 19 in. D 0.07 in.
Original Antique Map of Switzerland, circa 1840
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Switzerland
Printed on paper laid on to linen
Steel engraving by R.Scott
Published by Fullarton, Glasgow, circa 1840
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1840s Scottish Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 8.5 in. W 10 in. D 0.07 in.
Antique Map of Asia by Stanford, 1862
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Stanford's Library Map of Asia'. Beautiful map of Asia in 4 sections, each segmented and mounted to original linen with marbled paper self-wrappers. Published by ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Linen, Paper
H 33.5 in. W 31 in. D 0.01 in.
Howard Walwyn Fine Antique Clocks Catalogue
By Howard Walwyn
Located in valatie, NY
Howard Walwyn Fine Antique Clocks Catalogue. London: Howard Walwyn, 2013. First edition soft cover. 56 pp. A catalogue published for the opening of Howard Walwyn's Kensington Church ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.75 in. W 8.25 in. D .25 in.
Antique French Barometer
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine late 18th century French barometer in carved giltwood with a pair of doves, laurel leaves and a globe.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Scientific Instruments
Materials
Giltwood
H 42 in. W 18.5 in. D 0.1 in.
Original Antique Map of Russia, circa 1790
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Super map of Russia
Copper plate engraving by A. Bell
Published, circa 1790.
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1790s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 8.25 in. W 11 in. D 0.07 in.
Antique Map of Yemen by Schraembl, 1789
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Karte von dem groessten Theil des Landes Jemen'. Original map of Yemen, this map is the first printed map specifically of Yemen, and the earliest map based on act...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 30.71 in. W 23.23 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique French Baking Paddle
Located in Stockton, NJ
Antique French baking paddle with early reinforced iron rivets.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
H 55 in. W 11.25 in. D 1 in.
Antique Map of Ceylon by Tirion '1764'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van 't Eiland Ceilon'. Original antique map of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). This map originates from 'Handatlas der geheele Aarde' by I. Tirion. Published 1764.
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 16.93 in. W 21.66 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Surinam by Stedman '1813'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Surinam'. Original antique map of Surinam, showing Dutch settlements, military posts, rebel Maroon camps and native villages. This map originates from 'N...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 10.24 in. W 19.3 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of France by Lowry, '1852'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'France in Departments'. Four individual sheets of France. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities'...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 9.65 in. W 12.21 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Australasia by Lowry, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Australasia'. Original map of Australasia. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities' by J.W. Lowry....
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 9.65 in. W 12.21 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Denmark by Lowry, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Denmark'. Original map of Denmark. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities' by J.W. Lowry. Publish...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12.21 in. W 9.65 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Ireland by Lowry, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Ireland'. Original map of Ireland. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent authorities' by J.W. Lowry. Publish...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12.21 in. W 9.65 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Europe by Lowry, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Europe'. Original map of Europe. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent authorities' by J.W. Lowry. Published...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 9.65 in. W 12.21 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique African Wooden Drum
Located in High Point, NC
A rare authentic vintage wooden drum from the cradle of civilization, circa 1900. You can hear the hum of ancient song in the taut skin that tops this drum. Hidden in the forefathers...
Category
Antique Early 1900s African Rustic Musical Instruments
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 14.1 in. W 12.6 in. D 10.2 in.
Antique Map of Polynesia by Lowry '1852'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Polynesia'. Two individual sheets of Polynesia. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities' by J.W. L...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12.21 in. W 9.65 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Camden and Sonora, 1871
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Camden, Sonora'. Original antique map of villages and communities of Ohio. This map originates from 'Atlas of Preble County Ohio' by C.O. Titus. Published 1871.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 14.97 in. W 12.41 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Prussia by Janssonius, 1628
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Prussia'. Original antique map of Prussia, a historically prominent German state that originated in 1525 with a duchy centered on the region of Prussia on the sou...
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 7.09 in. W 8.86 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Europe by Johnson, '1872'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Johnson's Europe'. Original map of Europe. This map originates from 'Johnson's New Illustrated Family Atlas of the World' by A.J. Johnson. Published 1872.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 18.12 in. W 26.38 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of Italy by Johnson, 1872
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Johnson's Italy (..)'. Original map of Italy. This map originates from 'Johnson's New Illustrated Family Atlas of the World' by A.J. Johnson. Published, 1872.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 26.38 in. W 18.12 in. D 0.02 in.
Original Antique Map of Persia, circa 1820
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Super map of Persia
Copper plate engraving
Published, circa 1820.
Unframed.
Some minor creasing.
Category
Antique 1820s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12 in. W 10 in. D 0.07 in.
Original Antique Map of Ohio, circa 1890
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Ohio (in 2 parts)
Original color.
Published, circa 1890
Repairs to few minor edge tears
The measurement given below is for one sheet
Unframed.
Category
Antique 1890s English Other Maps
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in. W 11.75 in. D 0.07 in.
Antique Map of Austria by Lowry, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Austria'. Original map of Austria. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities' by J.W. Lowry. Publish...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 9.65 in. W 12.21 in. D 0.02 in.
Antique Map of France by Lowry, '1852'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'France in Provinces'. Original map of France. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most recent Authorities' by J.W. Low...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 12.21 in. W 9.65 in. D 0.02 in.
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Antique Curiosities For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique curiosities for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique curiosities was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, metal and wood. There are all kinds of antique curiosities available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique curiosities are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Industrial and Georgian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique curiosities over the years, but those made by Victor Levasseur, Johannes Janssonius and Rand McNally & Co. Are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Antique curiosities can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $635, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $176,719.
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