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Antique Garden Gnomes

Large Antique German Painted Garden Gnome Figure, C. 1920s
Large Antique German Painted Garden Gnome Figure, C. 1920s

Large Antique German Painted Garden Gnome Figure, C. 1920s

Located in Bristol, GB

An early and larger-than-average example of a garden gnome. Looking under the base, it appears to be made from terracotta with some form of plaster layer and then hand-painted with ...

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1920s German Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta, Plaster

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Garden Guardians, Keeper of Keys
American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Garden Guardians, Keeper of Keys

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Garden Guardians, Keeper of Keys

$236Sale Price / set|72% Off

H 10.5 in W 5 in D 4 in

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Garden Guardians, Keeper of Keys

Located in South Burlington, VT

Since the early part of the 20th century, American gardeners have been infatuated with these loveable garden gnomes.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older
Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This set contains two items: the Gnome and a wooden wheelbarrow. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Earthenware, Wood

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older
Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This set contains two items: the Gnome and a wooden wheelbarrow. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Earthenware, Wood

Antique Terracotta Gnome Holding a Box Camera
Antique Terracotta Gnome Holding a Box Camera

Antique Terracotta Gnome Holding a Box Camera

$4,500

H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Antique Terracotta Gnome Holding a Box Camera

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A terracotta figure of a garden gnome pointing a box camera while standing in front of a tree stump.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Terra Cotta Gnome Smoking a Pipe by Johann Maresch
Antique Terra Cotta Gnome Smoking a Pipe by Johann Maresch

Antique Terra Cotta Gnome Smoking a Pipe by Johann Maresch

By Johann Maresch

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A terracotta figure of a garden gnome smoking a pipe and standing in front of a couple toadstools.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop. Circa Late 1800s. Measurements: 13" H x 7" W x 2.5" D.

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1890s Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

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Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop
Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop

Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop

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H 12.63 in W 6.75 in D 2.25 in

Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop

By Bradley & Hubbard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish, chic and charming aluminum door stop of a "warrior gnome" by Bradley & Hubbard dates to the early part of the 20th century. Note: The piece retains its original verdi...

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Early 20th Century American Romantic Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Antique Terracotta Garden Gnome Sculpture
Rare Antique Terracotta Garden Gnome Sculpture

Rare Antique Terracotta Garden Gnome Sculpture

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Rare late 19th century terracotta garden gnome, German. Original polychrome painted finish, circa 1890.

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19th Century German Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Limestone statue of a garden gnome
Limestone statue of a garden gnome

Limestone statue of a garden gnome

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian limestone statue of a garden gnome, from Venice Italy. Gnomes are considered good luck in Italy, they bring happiness and prosperity.

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19th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Limestone

Early 20th Century Garden Gnome
Early 20th Century Garden Gnome

Early 20th Century Garden Gnome

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H 28.5 in W 13 in D 14 in

Early 20th Century Garden Gnome

Located in Chicago, IL

A very rare finely detailed and beautifully painted terra-cotta garden gnome from the 1920's, marked on bottom: "Made in Czechoslovakia, numbered 1016 (5)".

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1920s Czech Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century
Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century

Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century

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H 34.26 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in

Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Garden figure of a hunter with rifle out of cast stone and painted beige.

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19th Century European Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Cast Stone

Sicilian Female Figure Stone Gnome, Italy, 19th Century
Sicilian Female Figure Stone Gnome, Italy, 19th Century

Sicilian Female Figure Stone Gnome, Italy, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

19th century Italian hand carved stone whimsical female gnome figure Natural patina carved detailing Sculptural, looks great from all angles.  

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19th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Stone

Rare Painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch, Austria, Circa 1900
Rare Painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch, Austria, Circa 1900

Rare Painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch, Austria, Circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

Rare painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch Austria Circa 1900 Smiling gnome in casual seated position, smoking a pipe with impressed makers mark ‘JM’ complete with invento...

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Early 20th Century Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

Victorian Gilt Iron Fireplace Tool Cradle with Gnome and Dragon Detailing
Victorian Gilt Iron Fireplace Tool Cradle with Gnome and Dragon Detailing

Victorian Gilt Iron Fireplace Tool Cradle with Gnome and Dragon Detailing

Located in Astoria, NY

An American Victorian iron fireplace tool cradle with gnome and dragon details. In gold gilt finish. Made in the 1880s-1890s in the United States. In great vintage condition.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Irish Stained and Hand-Painted Glass Panel of Fairy and Leprechaun, Unique
Irish Stained and Hand-Painted Glass Panel of Fairy and Leprechaun, Unique

Irish Stained and Hand-Painted Glass Panel of Fairy and Leprechaun, Unique

Located in Dallas, TX

He more closely resembles what we now regard as a Garden Gnome, with his little red hat and shoes, but it is definitely a Leprechaun, as he is depicted classically repairing shoes on...

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Mid-19th Century Irish Country Antique Garden Gnomes

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Stained Glass

Early 20th Century Folk Art Gnomes Gardeners Original Paint Treen
Early 20th Century Folk Art Gnomes Gardeners Original Paint Treen

Early 20th Century Folk Art Gnomes Gardeners Original Paint Treen

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Odd little pair of folk art hand carved softwood (probably pine) gnomes, French in origins and early part of the 20th century in age They retain there original painted finish, each ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Pine

Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Located in South Burlington, VT

America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With Lantern Sculpture also known as "Keeper of Keys".

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Large Cast Iron Garden Gnome new reduction
Vintage Large Cast Iron Garden Gnome new reduction

Vintage Large Cast Iron Garden Gnome new reduction

Located in Pasadena, TX

A large cast iron garden gnome from c.1920's. Nicely patinated with much original paint.

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Early 20th Century Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Gnome Sitting on a Pad
Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Gnome Sitting on a Pad

Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Gnome Sitting on a Pad

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic cast stone garden gnome from the early twentieth century. In fabulous condition with minimal wear from age and the elements.

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1920s American Adirondack Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Cast Stone

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Legendary Sculptures
American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Legendary Sculptures

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Legendary Sculptures

Located in South Burlington, VT

Nostalgic opportunity- a time for joy America's friendly gnomes- a rare pair (2) of Happy Garden Legends Since the early part of the 20th century, American gardeners have been...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Timber man Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1910s
Timber man Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1910s

Timber man Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Earthenware

Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s
Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s

Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Ceramic

Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s
Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s

Stunning German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, Antique Germany 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome manufactured by Heissner, Germany, ca. 1920s.

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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome with Frog Statue, Heissner 1910s
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome with Frog Statue, Heissner 1910s

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome with Frog Statue, Heissner 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Earthenware

Pipe Smoking Resting Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s
Pipe Smoking Resting Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s

Pipe Smoking Resting Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit.

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1920s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Earthenware

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome from Germany, ca. 1920s.

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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s Item e7193 A large garden gnome from Germany, ca. 1930s.

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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

American Pair Pointed Hat Garden Gnomes Good Luck Sculptures Original Paint
American Pair Pointed Hat Garden Gnomes Good Luck Sculptures Original Paint

American Pair Pointed Hat Garden Gnomes Good Luck Sculptures Original Paint

Located in South Burlington, VT

Since the early part of the 20th century, American gardeners have been infatuated with these loveable garden gnomes.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Antique Terracotta Gnome Taking a Snuff
Antique Terracotta Gnome Taking a Snuff

Antique Terracotta Gnome Taking a Snuff

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H 11.5 in W 15 in D 11.5 in

Antique Terracotta Gnome Taking a Snuff

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A large terracotta figure of a garden gnome taking a snuff while standing in front of a tree stump.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Terracotta

Group of Four French Carved Limestone Gnomes from the Early 1900s
Group of Four French Carved Limestone Gnomes from the Early 1900s

Group of Four French Carved Limestone Gnomes from the Early 1900s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Group of four whimsical French carved limestone Gnomes from the early 1900s.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Limestone

Antique & Rare Hubley Polychromed Figural Cast Iron Gnome Door Stop 19th C
Antique & Rare Hubley Polychromed Figural Cast Iron Gnome Door Stop 19th C

Antique & Rare Hubley Polychromed Figural Cast Iron Gnome Door Stop 19th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique and rare figural Hubley door stop offers cast iron construction in gnome form, painted, 19th century Measures - 10.75"h x 5.25"w x 4"d

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19th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Gnome Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Gnome Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Gnome Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Located in South Burlington, VT

Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With Lantern Sculpture also known as "Keeper of Keys".

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Gnome Rare Orange Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Gnome Rare Orange Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Gnome Rare Orange Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Located in South Burlington, VT

Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With a Night Lantern Sculpture also known as "Keeper of Keys".

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Gnome Rare Antique Garden Sculpture Coin Bank and Money Guardian
Gnome Rare Antique Garden Sculpture Coin Bank and Money Guardian

Gnome Rare Antique Garden Sculpture Coin Bank and Money Guardian

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Form, Nostalgic Opportunity, First We've Seen Gardener's Best Friend - As American as Apple Pie An American garden friendly gnome- hand cast and hand painted in a rare "co...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Antique Gnome Pair Garden Lantern Sculptures "Keeper of Keys Guardians"
Antique Gnome Pair Garden Lantern Sculptures "Keeper of Keys Guardians"

Antique Gnome Pair Garden Lantern Sculptures "Keeper of Keys Guardians"

Located in South Burlington, VT

Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnomes- a pair (2) of Garden Gate Keepers With Lanterns Sculptures also known as "Keeper of Keys".

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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Antique Gnome Sculpture "Digging For Gold" Original Paint
Antique Gnome Sculpture "Digging For Gold" Original Paint

Antique Gnome Sculpture "Digging For Gold" Original Paint

Located in South Burlington, VT

Digging For Gold- Rare Form Gardener's Best Friend - As American as Apple Pie An American garden friendly elf or gnome- hand cast double sided form and hand painted.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Antique Garden Gnome
Antique Garden Gnome

Antique Garden Gnome

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H 25.6 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

Antique Garden Gnome

Located in Berlin, DE

Very droll looking gnome with opened shimmy in huge size from Germany´s Bavarian countryside, feels good watching him under the fir tree. Made out of clay and colored friendly. Museu...

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome
Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome

Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome

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H 26 in W 12 in D 12 in

Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome

Located in Pasadena, CA

Superior surface and quality of carving sets this apart from others.I'm not sure if he's holding cards or what?

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Limestone

Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome
Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome

Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome

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H 28.5 in W 15.5 in L 28.5 in

Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome

Located in Hudson, NY

A wonderful antique American 1920s cast iron garden gnome, having a charming form and features, and expressive facial features.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Iron

Victorian Gnome
Victorian Gnome

Victorian Gnome

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H 24 in W 12.6 in D 11.8 in

Victorian Gnome

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Austrian painted terracotta figure of gnome by Johann Maresch signed with makers stamp on the back.

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19th Century Austrian Antique Garden Gnomes

Art Nouveau Christmas Tree Stand with Golden Gnomes and Silver Boughs
Art Nouveau Christmas Tree Stand with Golden Gnomes and Silver Boughs

Art Nouveau Christmas Tree Stand with Golden Gnomes and Silver Boughs

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau Table Christmas Tree Stand having three tree branch shaped screws above a green and gilt circular shaft, having a shaped square pierced base with four gilt gnome figures ...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Garden Gnomes

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Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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15th Century and Earlier African Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Bone

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Located in Warrenton, OR

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is an ab...

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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Coral

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1930s Black Forest Brienz wood carved Nutcracker in form of a Gnome. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Found at an Estate sale in Nuremberg, G...

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1930s German Black Forest Antique Garden Gnomes

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Wood

Set of 4 Detailed Wood Carving Alpine Gnome Dwarf Faces Austria Alps Folk Art
Set of 4 Detailed Wood Carving Alpine Gnome Dwarf Faces Austria Alps Folk Art

Set of 4 Detailed Wood Carving Alpine Gnome Dwarf Faces Austria Alps Folk Art

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Set of four rustic Folk Art carved wood face mountain man. This is a wonderful example of Austrian carving. This can be used as a Wall decoration in your cabin, folk art room or man ...

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1960s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Wood

United's "Carnival Gun" Arcade Game, circa 1954 USA
United's "Carnival Gun" Arcade Game, circa 1954 USA

United's "Carnival Gun" Arcade Game, circa 1954 USA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage circa 1954 “Carnival Gun” arcade rifle game manufactured by United Mfg. Large Dale-style gun game. As the targets are on the move, use the gun to shoot targets until the 20 s...

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1950s American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Metal

Vintage Cement Cast Lazy Gnome Garden Statue
Vintage Cement Cast Lazy Gnome Garden Statue

Vintage Cement Cast Lazy Gnome Garden Statue

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 8 in W 11.5 in D 6 in

Vintage Cement Cast Lazy Gnome Garden Statue

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Gnome is cement Cast. It's hand painted and depicts the Gnome in a relaxing state. It has a nice aged patina.

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20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Cement

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century

$2,112Sale Price|20% Off

H 20.87 in Dm 9.06 in

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century A 19th century funny carved and painted dwarf with snuffbox. Unrestored original condition, old wormholes, partly paintloss ...

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Black Forest Antique Garden Gnomes

Materials

Wood

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Antique Garden Gnomes For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique garden gnomes available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique garden gnomes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and stone. Antique garden gnomes have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique garden gnomes bearing Folk Art or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Bradley & Hubbard produced beautiful antique garden gnomes that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Garden Gnomes?

Prices for antique garden gnomes start at $650 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $1,450.