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Roman iridescent green glass bottle antiquities ancient world antiques
Located in London, GB
Roman iridescent green glass bottle antiquities ancient world. A fine attractive ancient Roman
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Blown Glass

Antiquity of Roman Large Bust-Weight of Venus with Silver Inlaid Eyes, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large bust weight of Venus with silver inlaid eyes and celestial diadem,Roman culture,Germany,2nd-3rd century AD. The goddess is depicted nude, slightly gazing to her right with deta...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Pre Columbian Large Inca Early Colonial period Wood Kero South American Antiques
Located in London, GB
deteriorated in antiquity old cracks repaired in Antiquity Pre Columbian  INCA / Early Colonial period   Circa
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Wood

14th To 16th Century Asian Jar/vessel (Possibly Khmer)
Located in Austin, TX
and rustic features, this relic pays homage to antiquity, capturing the imagination and adding a
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16th Century Cambodian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Clay

Antique Set of 27 Framed Grand Tour Giovanni Liberotti Intaglios 19th C
Located in London, GB
the early 19th Century. The oval shaped plaster intaglios feature subjects from Classical Antiquity
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Early 19th Century Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Other

A Roman bronze foot
Located in UTRECHT, UT
With square fitting, hollow at the top for attachment to furniture, one large paw on round base
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Antique A Roman bronze foot
A Roman bronze foot
H 3.75 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Sculpture Panthère rugissant by Thomas Cartier
By Thomas Cartier
Located in Ibiza, Spain
color, marble color or wood grain, etc. Take into account that the colors on the furniture may vary
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Terracotta

Anglo-Saxon Hanging Bowl
Located in London, GB
: Discovered 5th February 2023 by Chris Ulliott, in Ryedale, North Yorkshire, UK. Portable Antiquities Scheme
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15th Century and Earlier English Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Antique Anglo-Saxon Hanging Bowl
Anglo-Saxon Hanging Bowl
H 1.42 in Dm 7.88 in
Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Statue
Located in Ibiza, Spain
furniture may vary depending on the type of lighting and the type of screen from which you see the images.
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19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Carrara Marble

Ancient Pre-Columbian Inca Chimu Silver Portrait Votive Cup Vessel Peru 1400 CE
Located in Portland, OR
collector of antiquities and American art. This item passed by descent to his daughter, Rebecca. The vessel
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15th Century and Earlier Pre-Columbian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Silver

19th Century Church Bell
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Bells, Trains, Locomotives, Antiquities
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Late 19th Century American Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron, Metal

19th Century Church Bell
19th Century Church Bell
H 11 in W 11 in D 16 in
Pre Columbian Inca Early Colonial period Wood Kero South American Antiques
Located in London, GB
. Condition:  In very well preserved state, 2 old cracks repaired in Antiquity Pre Columbian  INCA / Early
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Wood

A Rare and Finely Detailed Greek Bronze Statuette of an Actor with Large Phallus
Located in London, GB
of antiquities, to the uncle of the last owner in the 1960s cf: For a similar bronze figure see
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
source. Bells, Trains, Locomotives, Antiquities, Collectibles
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell
19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell
H 24 in W 24 in D 15 in
Antique Leather Strap with Eight Brass Bells, Switzerland ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
. artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Late-Period to Ptolemaic Period Egyptian Wooden Mummy Mask Ear on Custom Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
This Late Period to Ptolemaic Period Egyptian carved wood ear, once part of a mummy mask, stands as a poignant testament to ancient Egyptian customs and beliefs. Dating back over 250...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Wood

Arma Christi Calvary, France 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb and rare Arma Christi calvary, popular work, France end of the 19th century. Beautifully executed work. Fair condition. Several small misses and ancient restaurations. Seen ...
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19th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Wood

Arma Christi Calvary, France 19th Century
Arma Christi Calvary, France 19th Century
H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 3.75 in
Antique Boule Balls Set "9", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant developme...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Antique Boule Ball "G", "J", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball, France, late 19th Century. Decorated with the initials "G" and "J". In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant developm...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Antique Boule Balls Set "B", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the ...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. Diameter 8,5 cm. Fantastic colour and patina! In the 19th century, antique metal bo...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "G", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules,...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "3", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. Decorated with the numer "3" on each of the Boule balls. In the 19th century, the manufacture of b...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls Circle, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Antique Boule Balls Set "B", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant developme...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "24", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "3", "V", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century. Decorated with the numer "3" on each ball and with a "V" on one of the Boule balls. In the 19th century, the manufactur...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "4", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century. Diameter 9,4 cm. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as th...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of two Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boule balls underwent significant development ...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

Pair Of Antique Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century. Diameter 9,5 cm. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as th...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Olive

A Large Primitive Wabi Sabi Chest, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A large antique wabi sabi chest with heavy patina from age and use. From around 1800s in Norway, Scandinavia.
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Mid-19th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

A Large Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Tray, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A large antique wabi sabi tray with heavy patina from age and use. Old repiars with metal.
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Mid-19th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Pair Inuit Seal and Whale Scrimshaw Walrus Ivory Tusks
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of antique Alaskan walrus tusks with scrimshaw decoration, one with three different whales the other with three different seals. Alaska, United States Length: 29.5 Inches. ...
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Early 1900s American Tribal Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bone

Wrought iron candlestick or cellar rat, Normandy, France, early 20th century.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Wrought iron candlestick or cellar rat, Normandy, France, early 20th century. Worn but in good and complete condition. Superb piece of folk art.
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Steel

Rare Two-Panel Oriental-Style Folding Screen, Late 19th Century -1X29
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the exotic allure of the Orient with this Rare Two-Panel Oriental-Style Folding Screen, dating back to the late 19th century. Measuring 216 cm in height and 98 cm...
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19th Century Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Fabric, Wood

Ushabti for Imenmes 
Located in London, GB
A mummiform ushabti in blue faience. Four registers of hieroglyphic characters are painted around the lower half of the ushabti, with a vertical column of hieroglyphs in the centre o...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Faience

Ushabti for Imenmes 
Ushabti for Imenmes 
H 5.44 in W 1.89 in D 0.99 in
Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, antique metal boules balls experienced a renaissance that took the game of boules t...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boule balls underwent significant developmen...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Olive

Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th Century. Fantastic colour and patina! In the 19th century, antique metal boules balls experi...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

Japanese Lacquered Wood Bowls 19th Century Asian Antiques 中国古董
Located in London, GB
Fine Pair Japanese Lacquered Wood Bowls 19th Century Meiji Beautiful and elegant example of Japanese lacquer ware with and gold gilt, Rice bowls with leaf motives in gold Circa / 19t...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Wood, Lacquer

Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant developme...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Olive

Statuette of the Goddess Neith
Located in London, GB
Bronze statue of the goddess Neith, striding, her left foot extended forward. Her left hand is extended forward and formally held a papyrus sceptre, a fragmentary ankh is visible in ...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Statuette of the Goddess Neith
Statuette of the Goddess Neith
H 13 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Bronze Siren
Located in London, GB
Sirens were dangerous bird-like females who tempted sailors with their hauntingly beautiful song. In Homer’s Odyssey (XII, 39) Odysseus and his sailors were warned about the lethal c...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Bronze Siren
Bronze Siren
H 2.17 in W 1.38 in D 0.99 in
Megalithic Stela
Located in London, GB
A tall anthropomorphic stele of carved granite, divided into two distinct regions of the body and face. The body is a single unarticulated block, but the facial features are outlined...
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Granite

Megalithic Stela
Megalithic Stela
H 26.38 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Bronze Hoard
Located in London, GB
Dagger L: 27.8 cm, Luniform bronze, possibly a belt buckle L: 10.8 cm, Shield-shaped bronze with a point Diam: 6.5 cm, Pommel Diam: 3.7 cm, Violin-bow brooch L: 17.5 cm, P-Shape...
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15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Bronze Hoard
Bronze Hoard
H 10.95 in W 4.22 in D 1.38 in
19thc Original Painted Sailor Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original painted sailor door stop with great surface , minor rust to the surface.This doorstop is very heavy and in great condition.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Iron

19thc Original Painted  Sailor Door Stop
19thc Original Painted  Sailor Door Stop
H 14 in W 5.5 in D 4.25 in
Antique carpet beater, heart-shape, United Kingdom, late 1800s.
Located in Milan, IT
Antique carpet beater, to remove dust from carpets, heart-shaped in heavy twisted metal wire, with double connection (from and) through the mesh to obtain greater resistance. The han...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Metal

A Pair Antique Leather Stirrup Holders
Located in Berghuelen, DE
-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Antique Furniture Antiquities

Materials

Leather

A Pair Antique Leather Stirrup Holders
A Pair Antique Leather Stirrup Holders
H 17.33 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
Old Kabyle terracotta amphora
Located in AIGNAN, FR
or on a piece of furniture, it will bring a lot of character and elegance. Good condition, marks of
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Early 20th Century African Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Terracotta

Old Kabyle terracotta amphora
Old Kabyle terracotta amphora
H 22.45 in W 12.6 in D 7.49 in
Antique Leather Strap with Six Casted Cattle Bells, Switzerland ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

Pre Columbian Costa Rican Jadeite Axe God pendant
Located in London, GB
A Pre Columbian Jadeite Axe God pendant from the Guanacaste/Nicoya region of Costa Rica Circa. 800 to 1200 AD. The axe god pendant of highly stylized Human form drilled through the ...
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15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Pottery

Mid 19th Century Iron Farmhouse Hay Bale Grapple Carrier Hook Tongs Tool 37"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 19th century cast iron hay grapple by A.J. Nellis of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, designed to be hung with a pulley /and run along a trolley track to move bales of hay. Marked NELLI...
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Mid-19th Century Rustic Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Iron

Collection of multi Stone Fruit and Nut on Alabaster Compote
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Compote measure approx -5.5diameter x 7.5 high Each piece of fruit and the nut measure roughly 1.5 inches each.Total of twelve pieces of stone fruit.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Alabaster, Marble

AR Drachm Bagadat, kingdom of Persis, Persepolis
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: head right, with mustache and earring, wearing diadem and kyrbasia Reverse: fire temple of Ahura-Mazda, above, half-figure of Ahura-Mazda, to inner left, Baydād (Bagadat) st...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Silver

40 stuiver siege coin Breda
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: .BREDA . OBSESSA . 1625, coat of arms of prince Maurits, value above, rosette underneath, left and right city crest Reverse: blank RARE During the Eighty Years' War, Breda...
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1620s Dutch Other Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Silver

40 stuiver siege coin Breda
40 stuiver siege coin Breda
H 1.26 in W 1.26 in D 0.12 in
1/4 daalder siege coin in tin Alkmaar
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: castle between 7 – 3 Reverse: blank VERY RARE Weight: 9.86 g Diameter: 25.0 mm Grade: Very Fine Reference: vG. 49; CNM 2.01.5 After the fall of Haarlem, Don Frederik turn...
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16th Century Dutch Other Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Tin

Capture of Grave by Prince Maurits
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: MAVRITIVS. PR. AVR. CO. NASS. CAT. MARC. VER. ET. VLIS, armoured bust right, ÆT 34 on arm, underneath G.V.B.F. Reverse: TANDEM. FIT. SVRCVLVS. ARBOR, young orange tree sprou...
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Early 1600s Dutch Other Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Silver

1 gulden William III NGC MS 64 BN – in bronze
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: bust right, underneath: I.P.S. Reverse: rosette / WILLEM / NICOL. ALEXAND. / FRED. KAR. HEND. / PRINS VAN ORANJE, / BEZOEKT / ‘S RIJKS MUNT / TE UTRECHT / 10 AUG. / 1853. R...
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1850s Dutch Neoclassical Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Bronze

AR drachm Mithradates I, Hekatompylos
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: head left in bashlyk Reverse: archer seated right on omphalos, three line legend, H Not known to Sellwood, unpublished coin of Hekatompylos mint Weight: 3.95 g Grade: Abou...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Furniture Antiquities

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Silver

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Antique Furniture Antiquities For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique furniture antiquities is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique furniture antiquities was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and wood. Antique furniture antiquities have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture antiquities bearing Folk Art or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Andrianna Shamaris, Wang Hing & Co. and Interi each produced beautiful antique furniture antiquities that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Furniture Antiquities?

Prices for antique furniture antiquities start at $50 and top out at $750,000 with the average selling for $2,671.
Questions About Antique Furniture Antiquities
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.