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Art Deco Enameled Dresser Bottle
Art Deco Enameled Dresser Bottle

Art Deco Enameled Dresser Bottle

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Dresser Bottle with enameled fan motifs in purpley blue and orange. Also decorated in gilt across top, "Mouth Lotion", presumably for a rinse of some sort. 1920's UK. Excel...

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1920s British Antique Ephemera

Indigo blue damask woven festive tablecloth in linen - France Circa 1920
Indigo blue damask woven festive tablecloth in linen - France Circa 1920

Indigo blue damask woven festive tablecloth in linen - France Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920. France Precious square damask linen tablecloth from the Vosges region, from the famous Burckel collection in Alsace and dating from the early 20th century. The centre is ...

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1920s French Antique Ephemera

Antique Chinese Embroidered Silk Wedding Skirt
Antique Chinese Embroidered Silk Wedding Skirt

Antique Chinese Embroidered Silk Wedding Skirt

Located in Sharon, CT

A late 19c Qing Dynasty Embroidered silk wedding skirt.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ephemera

Louis Vuitton Malle armoire Vuittonite Wardobe trunk C1910
Louis Vuitton Malle armoire Vuittonite Wardobe trunk C1910

Louis Vuitton Malle armoire Vuittonite Wardobe trunk C1910

$17,235

H 17.33 in W 21.66 in L 44.89 in

Louis Vuitton Malle armoire Vuittonite Wardobe trunk C1910

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Daventry, GB

Early 20th century Malle Armoire (wardrobe trunk) by Louis Vuitton, dating to circa 1900–1910. Finished in the distinctive orange Sun kissed Vuittonite canvas, a durable water and ...

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1910s French Antique Ephemera

Louis Vuitton Pigskin Bottle box C1900
Louis Vuitton Pigskin Bottle box C1900

Louis Vuitton Pigskin Bottle box C1900

$1,378

H 5.12 in W 3.15 in L 5.52 in

Louis Vuitton Pigskin Bottle box C1900

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Daventry, GB

A rare Louis Vuitton vintage pigskin covered bottle box, housing three crystal bottles complete with their original screw on stoppers. Each stopper features silver plated brass mount...

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Early 1900s French Antique Ephemera

A white cotton Boutis embroidered french quilt - Provence Circa 1850
A white cotton Boutis embroidered french quilt - Provence Circa 1850

A white cotton Boutis embroidered french quilt - Provence Circa 1850

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1850. Provence A nice ‘Boutis’ foot warmer, or quilt embroidered in Marseille dating from the end of the Louis-Philippe period. Very fine and light quilt in white cotton batist...

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1850s French Antique Ephemera

Art Deco camel-colored leather campaign binoculars from France
Art Deco camel-colored leather campaign binoculars from France

Art Deco camel-colored leather campaign binoculars from France

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

OutStunning French binoculars ,early 20th century. The metal parts lend a touch of understated elegance to the piece, creating a sophisticated contrast with the warmth of the leather...

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1920s French Antique Ephemera

A early printed cotton quilt Patchwork - France Provence Circa 1840-1850
A early printed cotton quilt Patchwork - France Provence Circa 1840-1850

A early printed cotton quilt Patchwork - France Provence Circa 1840-1850

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1840-1850 Provence A nice Provence quilt made from french printed cotton patchwork between 1790 and 1840, dating from the end of the french Romantic period. Commonly known as ‘...

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1840s French Antique Ephemera

A Chinese/Canton Satin Embroidered Hanging From Indies Company Circa 1780
A Chinese/Canton Satin Embroidered Hanging From Indies Company Circa 1780

A Chinese/Canton Satin Embroidered Hanging From Indies Company Circa 1780

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1780/1810 Canton/ China for export to Europe Large bedspread or hanging in sky-blue chiné satin silk embroidered with polychrome mercerized satin silk thread and couched stitch...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Ephemera

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole
Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

$2,162

H 36.62 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in Dm 37.41 in

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

Outstandind and very refined antique lace and silk parasol with a bamboo pole. This French parasol dates from the late 19th/early 20th century. It is crafted from exquisite French la...

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1890s French Antique Ephemera

Elegant Whiting Sterling Letter Clip
Elegant Whiting Sterling Letter Clip

Elegant Whiting Sterling Letter Clip

$695

H 3.5 in D 0.5 in L 3 in

Elegant Whiting Sterling Letter Clip

By Whiting

Located in New York, NY

Large and elegant Whiting Sterling Letter Clip from the 1900's. Scrolled edges with cross hatched area to create texture to clamp the papers inside. Pressure clamp hinged at top edge...

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Early 1900s American Antique Ephemera

Shakudo Style Letter Clip
Shakudo Style Letter Clip

Shakudo Style Letter Clip

$495

W 1.5 in L 3.5 in

Shakudo Style Letter Clip

Located in New York, NY

Shakudo Style Letter Clip from the 19th Century. A realistic coiled snake in different mixed metals forms the clip over a etched leaf. Hinge is top of clip to open for letters. Beaut...

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1890s Japanese Antique Ephemera

Indian Tent Or Long Embroidered Satin Valance in Mughal Style- 19th century
Indian Tent Or Long Embroidered Satin Valance in Mughal Style- 19th century

Indian Tent Or Long Embroidered Satin Valance in Mughal Style- 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

19th century India for the internal market Amazing pelmet or panel of tent or Indian palace dating from the nineteenth century. Very fine embroidery with polychrome floche silk threa...

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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Ephemera

A French Provence Printed Cotton Patchwork 19th century
A French Provence Printed Cotton Patchwork 19th century

A French Provence Printed Cotton Patchwork 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1850/1900 France Provence Astonishing and rare Patchwork collected in Provence and dating from the second half of the 19th century. Diamons in printed cotton diamonds forming s...

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19th Century French Antique Ephemera

Louis Vuitton Beach Bath Pool Towel Red Pink Drap De Bain Monogram M78643 Cotton
Louis Vuitton Beach Bath Pool Towel Red Pink Drap De Bain Monogram M78643 Cotton

Louis Vuitton Beach Bath Pool Towel Red Pink Drap De Bain Monogram M78643 Cotton

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Miami, FL

- LV Monogram throughout - Red monogram back - Made in Italy - 100% Cotton Condition: The towel is brand new but the original tags have been removed Measurements: ( App...

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19th Century Italian Antique Ephemera

Antique Louis Vuitton Britannica Encyclopaedia Trunk
Antique Louis Vuitton Britannica Encyclopaedia Trunk

Antique Louis Vuitton Britannica Encyclopaedia Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

Rare Louis Vuitton 1911 Trunk with Complete Encyclopaedia Britannica Set An extraordinary collector’s piece combining history, craftsmanship, and luxury. This is an authentic Louis ...

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1910s French Antique Ephemera

Hexagon patchwork in printed cotton - USA Circa 1860
Hexagon patchwork in printed cotton - USA Circa 1860

Hexagon patchwork in printed cotton - USA Circa 1860

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1860 United States Spectacular American hexagon patchwork circa 1860. Entirely hand-sewn from printed cotton and Indian hexagons, all dated between 1810 and 1850. Design with l...

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1860s American Antique Ephemera

Rare Complete Chasuble in Chiseled Cut Velvet - Italy Late 16th Century
Rare Complete Chasuble in Chiseled Cut Velvet - Italy Late 16th Century

Rare Complete Chasuble in Chiseled Cut Velvet - Italy Late 16th Century

Located in Toulon, FR

Late 16th - early 17th century Italy Rare and precious complete Italian chasuble (back and front) dating from the end of the 16th century. Rich curly and chiseled cut velvet in a sha...

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Early 1600s Italian Antique Ephemera

Precious french block printed quilt from the Louis XVI period French Circa 1780
Precious french block printed quilt from the Louis XVI period French Circa 1780

Precious french block printed quilt from the Louis XVI period French Circa 1780

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1780 France Precious and rare quilted Indian woodblock quilt dating from the Louis XVI period. Manufacture unidentified but possibly from the Indian basin Alsace, Germany, Swit...

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1780s French Antique Ephemera

Fortuny Vintage "de Medici" Fabric Wall hanging
Fortuny Vintage "de Medici" Fabric Wall hanging

Fortuny Vintage "de Medici" Fabric Wall hanging

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Sharon, CT

Vintage (1920's) Mariano Fortuny 'de Medici' pattern fabric. Two 48"x 88"panels sown together to construct a large draping fabric-88"x96". The early Fortuny Selvedge Signature: Maria...

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Ephemera

Liturgical Velvet and Gold Chasuble  19c.
Liturgical Velvet and Gold Chasuble  19c.

Liturgical Velvet and Gold Chasuble 19c.

Located in Sharon, CT

A Chasuble in Deep Red and Brown Velvet, with Gold Ribbon. Lined with a deep green. Front measures 36 x 26". back 38 x 26". Shoulder to shoulder 15". Sleeves 11".

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19th Century Antique Ephemera

Bohemian Art Deco Perfume Suite by Karl Palda
Bohemian Art Deco Perfume Suite by Karl Palda

Bohemian Art Deco Perfume Suite by Karl Palda

Located in New York, NY

Karl Palda Art Deco crystal vanity suite, circa 1925. Both decorated with acid etched frosted squares with red and black Modrianesque motifs. Consisting of two faceted bottles, one ...

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1920s Czech Antique Ephemera

Phulkari Bawan Bagh Wedding Shawl, Silk Embroidery on Cotton, Punjab India
Phulkari Bawan Bagh Wedding Shawl, Silk Embroidery on Cotton, Punjab India

Phulkari Bawan Bagh Wedding Shawl, Silk Embroidery on Cotton, Punjab India

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A rare pattern embroidered in silk on a hand loomed cotton background. Punjab is known for its Phulkaris. The embroidery is done with floss silk thread on coarse handwoven cotton fab...

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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Ephemera

American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener
American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener

American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener

Located in New York, NY

American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener circa 1910. Unknown craftsman with fine jeweler's skills. Hand made with oval bezel set peacock opal surrounded by hand rai...

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1910s American Antique Ephemera

Early Maison Goyard Suitcase
Early Maison Goyard Suitcase

Early Maison Goyard Suitcase

$4,500

H 15 in W 9 in L 24 in

Early Maison Goyard Suitcase

By Maison Goyard

Located in New York, NY

Maison Goyard Suitcase from the early 20th Century. This heritage house is the oldest manufacturer in France. Signature logo textile, leather bound with original signed hardware and ...

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1920s French Antique Ephemera

Art Nouveau Diamond and Bakelite Lorgnette
Art Nouveau Diamond and Bakelite Lorgnette

Art Nouveau Diamond and Bakelite Lorgnette

Located in New York, NY

Black bakelite lorgnettes with diamond set Art Nouveau initial decoration. Comes in fitted silk tapestry case. High end custom commission. 5" x 1.5" closed. 1900 USA. Excellent con...

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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Ephemera

Unusual Cherub and Dolphins Compact 1930s
Unusual Cherub and Dolphins Compact 1930s

Unusual Cherub and Dolphins Compact 1930s

Located in New York, NY

Unusual compact in ivorene and faux carnelian circa 1930. The center motif is molded in a faux ivory celluloid and is surrounded by pointed faux carnelian stones. The box is set in 8...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Ephemera

19th Century Extensive Collection of Fly Fishing Files & Ephemera 1856-1862
19th Century Extensive Collection of Fly Fishing Files & Ephemera 1856-1862

19th Century Extensive Collection of Fly Fishing Files & Ephemera 1856-1862

Located in Lowestoft, GB

An extensive collection of fly fishing flies and ephemera owned by a Robert Thornton of Stapleton

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Ephemera

Materials

Leather, Natural Fiber

Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd Antique Ring Box - Leeds
Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd Antique Ring Box - Leeds

Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd Antique Ring Box - Leeds

Located in Braintree, GB

collectors of jewellery ephemera or for pairing with an antique ring. Dimensions4 x 3.6 x 3.8 cm

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Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Ephemera

Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin
Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin

Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin

Located in Red Lion, PA

specific "Cornet Band" model is a notable rarity in the field of musical ephemera. While German harmonica

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Tin

Framed 18th-Century Painting with 1794 Note, Germany, Antique
Framed 18th-Century Painting with 1794 Note, Germany, Antique

Framed 18th-Century Painting with 1794 Note, Germany, Antique

Located in Nuernberg, DE

in 18th-century art, ephemera, and objects with a human story. Date: 1794 Origin: Germany Provenance

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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Ephemera

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Wood

Antique Hand-Painted and Lacquered Chinese Shanxi Trunk
Antique Hand-Painted and Lacquered Chinese Shanxi Trunk

Antique Hand-Painted and Lacquered Chinese Shanxi Trunk

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

precious belongings, books, ephemera and textiles, this is an exquisite piece of art and craft, while

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Ephemera

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Iron

ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt
ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt

ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt

$1,278Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.7 in W 1.75 in D 0.51 in

ALFRED DUNHILL 1928 Art-Deco Unique Single Arm Tall Club Lighter In Gilt

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Miami, FL

entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first tobacconist in 1907 on

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Silver, Steel

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler
Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

$399

H 3.94 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

fantastic piece of vintage motoring ephemera, the perfect gift for the motoring enthusiast. Who would have

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Early 20th Century British Antique Ephemera

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Brass

Art Deco “La Vache Qui Rit” Advertising Sculpture by Novita, France 1920s
Art Deco “La Vache Qui Rit” Advertising Sculpture by Novita, France 1920s

Art Deco “La Vache Qui Rit” Advertising Sculpture by Novita, France 1920s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

brand’s name and early typography, an important detail for collectors of French ephemera and Art Deco

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Ephemera

Materials

Plaster

L'Oeuvre - Lithograph by Hermann Paul - 1890s
L'Oeuvre - Lithograph by Hermann Paul - 1890s

L'Oeuvre - Lithograph by Hermann Paul - 1890s

Located in Roma, IT

intersection between artwork and historical press ephemera—a desirable quality for collectors of late 19th

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1890s Modern Antique Ephemera

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Lithograph

1926 Play Well Art Deco Bridge Playing Cards Nymph Silhouette Sunset - No Royals
1926 Play Well Art Deco Bridge Playing Cards Nymph Silhouette Sunset - No Royals

1926 Play Well Art Deco Bridge Playing Cards Nymph Silhouette Sunset - No Royals

Located in Red Lion, PA

collectible today, prized by enthusiasts of Art Deco graphics, Jazz Age ephemera, vintage playing cards, and

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Paper

DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling
DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling

DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling

$11,988Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.87 in W 4.75 in D 3.51 in

DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling

By George Stockwell 1, Alfred Dunhill, Brüder Frank

Located in Miami, FL

‘motorities’ focus and their entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Crystal, Gold, Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

The Swan Triptych and Flamingos Chromolithographs, Victorian, Black Frame
The Swan Triptych and Flamingos Chromolithographs, Victorian, Black Frame

The Swan Triptych and Flamingos Chromolithographs, Victorian, Black Frame

Located in Lincoln, GB

; Holland) This pair of exquisite folding cards represents the pinnacle of Victorian "Mechanical" ephemera

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19th Century Antique Ephemera

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Paper

Antique 1921 Book 'The Boy Scouts to the Rescue' by George Durston in Green
Antique 1921 Book 'The Boy Scouts to the Rescue' by George Durston in Green

Antique 1921 Book 'The Boy Scouts to the Rescue' by George Durston in Green

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

binoculars Framed scouting ephemera Bronze horse or dog figures A magnifying glass or a compass Perfect for

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Paper

Small Antique Specimen Case, English, Oak, Collector’s Cabinet, Victorian, 1880
Small Antique Specimen Case, English, Oak, Collector’s Cabinet, Victorian, 1880

Small Antique Specimen Case, English, Oak, Collector’s Cabinet, Victorian, 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

ephemera Cabinet standing upon a plinth base dressed with protective green baize Compact, charming and

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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Ephemera

Materials

Brass

1929 original advertising poster for Anis Suix by Jean Hée
1929 original advertising poster for Anis Suix by Jean Hée

1929 original advertising poster for Anis Suix by Jean Hée

Located in PARIS, FR

advertising from the golden age of lithographic posters. A must-have for collectors of Art Deco ephemera

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1920s Art Deco Antique Ephemera

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

19th-C. Scottish Victorian Style Tartan Ware Red Plaid Trunk Or Coffee Table
19th-C. Scottish Victorian Style Tartan Ware Red Plaid Trunk Or Coffee Table

19th-C. Scottish Victorian Style Tartan Ware Red Plaid Trunk Or Coffee Table

Located in Kennesaw, GA

furniture items are far less common than the smaller boxes, books and other ephemera. These highly sought

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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Ephemera

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Brass

Antique Lazell, Dalley & Co. "Heliotrope" Perfume Bottle
Antique Lazell, Dalley & Co. "Heliotrope" Perfume Bottle

Antique Lazell, Dalley & Co. "Heliotrope" Perfume Bottle

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

ephemera, or 19th century American glass.

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1880s American Antique Ephemera

Materials

Glass

Circa 1920 original poster for Chambéry Dolin
Circa 1920 original poster for Chambéry Dolin

Circa 1920 original poster for Chambéry Dolin

Located in PARIS, FR

early brand strategy. Perfect for collectors of French ephemera, vintage typography, or beverage history

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1920s Antique Ephemera

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Silver Banjo Motor Oiler, Thumb Squirt.
Silver Banjo Motor Oiler, Thumb Squirt.

Silver Banjo Motor Oiler, Thumb Squirt.

$1,034

H 3.55 in W 1.78 in D 0.6 in

Silver Banjo Motor Oiler, Thumb Squirt.

By Jenner and Knewstub

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

action. A fantastic piece of vintage motoring ephemera, the perfect gift for the car enthusiast who

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Late 19th Century English Antique Ephemera

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Silver

Collection of Shaving Razors Brushes and Clothing Brush
Collection of Shaving Razors Brushes and Clothing Brush

Collection of Shaving Razors Brushes and Clothing Brush

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pieces are a complement to any Early 20th Century Collection - We are not experts in shaving ephemera

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Early 20th Century Antique Ephemera

Materials

Metal

Rare 1920's Art Deco Print of African American Jazz Age Club by Everett Walsh
Rare 1920's Art Deco Print of African American Jazz Age Club by Everett Walsh

Rare 1920's Art Deco Print of African American Jazz Age Club by Everett Walsh

Located in Red Lion, PA

graphic works and 1920s music and nightlife ephemera A visually powerful and historically evocative piece

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Ephemera

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

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Antique Ephemera For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary antique ephemera you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Brown and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Gray and more. Finding the perfect antique ephemera may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Louis Vuitton, Hermès and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Ephemera?

The price for an antique ephemera starts at $75 and tops out at $88,885, and on average, selling for $864.