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Antique 18th Century Map of the Province of Pensilvania 'Pennsylvania State'
Antique 18th Century Map of the Province of Pensilvania 'Pennsylvania State'

Antique 18th Century Map of the Province of Pensilvania 'Pennsylvania State'

Located in Philadelphia, PA

longitude markings, blank verso. Framed in a shaped contemporary gilt wooden frame and matted under a

Category

18th Century British American Colonial Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Dutch extra long Mahogany Measure Bar, 1894 by Sande-Beskens
Dutch extra long Mahogany Measure Bar, 1894 by Sande-Beskens

Dutch extra long Mahogany Measure Bar, 1894 by Sande-Beskens

Located in Delft, NL

side A mahogany measures bar for fabric to be measured with inlaid copper. The markings are burned in

Category

19th Century Dutch Antique Markings

Materials

Copper

Antique Bird Print of House Sparrows by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770
Antique Bird Print of House Sparrows by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770

Antique Bird Print of House Sparrows by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770

$807Sale Price|20% Off

H 20.87 in W 14.57 in D 0.01 in

Antique Bird Print of House Sparrows by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770

Located in Langweer, NL

brighter black, white, and brown markings. This print originates from 'Nederlandsche Vogelen; volgens hunne

Category

18th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Rare Antique French Art Pottery by Jean Pointu Blue Vase Pot
Rare Antique French Art Pottery by Jean Pointu Blue Vase Pot

Rare Antique French Art Pottery by Jean Pointu Blue Vase Pot

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

. Signed with incised ‘Jean.U’ one of his customary markings, in which his surname is cleverly written as a

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Dog Form Joseon Dynasty
Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Dog Form Joseon Dynasty

Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Dog Form Joseon Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

legs and iron red cluster markings scattered on the body. The eyes were highlighted with black enamels

Category

19th Century Korean Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

1900 Nordic Necklace Gilt Silver Enamels /38.5 /10.5 gr
1900 Nordic Necklace Gilt Silver Enamels /38.5 /10.5 gr

1900 Nordic Necklace Gilt Silver Enamels /38.5 /10.5 gr

Located in SE

. Secure the original period push lock. Ca. late 19th - early 20th cent, marked 925, markings of C.Berg

Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Silver, Gold, Enamel

"Mes Petites Amies, Les Deux Sœurs" signed by Jacques Villon
"Mes Petites Amies, Les Deux Sœurs" signed by Jacques Villon

"Mes Petites Amies, Les Deux Sœurs" signed by Jacques Villon

By Jacques Villon

Located in Milwaukee, WI

like markings and hair detailing are made using the Drypoint printmaking method. Whilst the color

Category

Early 1900s Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Drypoint, Aquatint, Etching, Intaglio

Baccarat Swirled Crystal Pedestal Serving Stand Set
Baccarat Swirled Crystal Pedestal Serving Stand Set

Baccarat Swirled Crystal Pedestal Serving Stand Set

By Baccarat

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

taller pair are also marked with smaller embossed markings inside the swirled crystal risers. The larger

Category

Late 19th Century French High Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Crystal

'Cadeau' Sculpture by Man Ray
'Cadeau' Sculpture by Man Ray

'Cadeau' Sculpture by Man Ray

$4,950

H 6.5 in W 3.94 in D 3.35 in

'Cadeau' Sculpture by Man Ray

By Man Ray

Located in NYC, NY

16.5 cm, width 10 cm, depth 8.5 cm Markings: signed, stamped, Sculpture Titled 'Cadeau' by Man Ray is

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Steel, Bronze

Pair of Antique 12-Inch Globes by William Harris, London, 1832-1835
Pair of Antique 12-Inch Globes by William Harris, London, 1832-1835

Pair of Antique 12-Inch Globes by William Harris, London, 1832-1835

By William Harris

Located in Milano, IT

, aligned and glued onto plaster spheres. The brass circle of the meridian bears engravings marking the

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Markings

Materials

Paper, Wood

19th Century Lepidoptera: An Illustrated Compendium of Moths and Butterflies
19th Century Lepidoptera: An Illustrated Compendium of Moths and Butterflies

19th Century Lepidoptera: An Illustrated Compendium of Moths and Butterflies

Located in Langweer, NL

butterflies with distinct markings, such as eye-like spots on their wings, which are often used in nature as a

Category

1840s French Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Late 19th Century Flat Bottom Toy Noah's Ark with 34 Figures. German Circa 1880
Late 19th Century Flat Bottom Toy Noah's Ark with 34 Figures. German Circa 1880

Late 19th Century Flat Bottom Toy Noah's Ark with 34 Figures. German Circa 1880

Located in Incline Village, NV

, which is why markings are not prevalent. A cottage industry type production would be more typical

Category

1880s German Folk Art Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Bohemian Garnet Necklace solid 18K Gold Silver /43cm / 9.1gr
Bohemian Garnet Necklace solid 18K Gold Silver /43cm / 9.1gr

Bohemian Garnet Necklace solid 18K Gold Silver /43cm / 9.1gr

Located in SE

Silver and chain in solid 18K Yellow Gold. No markings on pendant. Chain hallmarked 18K. Plenty rose cut

Category

1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Luxurious Bejeweled dessert 18K Gold Filled Coin Silver Porcelain set
Antique Luxurious Bejeweled dessert 18K Gold Filled Coin Silver Porcelain set

Antique Luxurious Bejeweled dessert 18K Gold Filled Coin Silver Porcelain set

Located in SE

-Hungarian Empire, ca. late 19th century. No markings found. Metal is 18K Gold Filled Sterling Silver. The

Category

1890s Austrian Renaissance Antique Markings

Materials

Garnet, Turquoise, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold-filled

Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8
Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8

Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8

By Creil et Montereau

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Boulenger, marking with the initials HBCM (Hippolyte Boulenger-Creil-Montereau). Measures: 8.75 in

Category

1920s French French Provincial Antique Markings

Materials

Earthenware

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century
Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

$33,239

H 40.56 in W 3.94 in D 1.38 in

Tonga Pakipaki War Club, Polynesia, 18th Century

Located in Delft, NL

markings, applied to the wood surface using a shark-tooth tool attached to a short wooden handle, signify

Category

18th Century Polynesian Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Greek Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah
19th Century Greek Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah

19th Century Greek Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah

$7,500

H 10.63 in W 11.82 in D 3.55 in

19th Century Greek Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah

Located in New York, NY

collection (Steinhardt inventory marking on reverse).

Category

Mid-19th Century Greek Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

Huge Antique Hand-Crafted Blue Opalescent Swirled Floor Standing Trumpet Vase
Huge Antique Hand-Crafted Blue Opalescent Swirled Floor Standing Trumpet Vase

Huge Antique Hand-Crafted Blue Opalescent Swirled Floor Standing Trumpet Vase

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

secures the two components together. There is a "54" impressed on the coupler which is the only markings

Category

Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock
Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock

By Winterhalder and Hofmeier

Located in Danville, CA

markings.) Condition: the entire clock is its in original condition and all functions are working

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Diamond and Enamel Tiger Brooch, American, circa 1900
Victorian Diamond and Enamel Tiger Brooch, American, circa 1900

Victorian Diamond and Enamel Tiger Brooch, American, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

tigers head with enamel markings, a fierce expression and closed backholing, fitted to reverse with a

Category

Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Two silver pitchers set. Benito Gómez, Antonio. Segovia, Spain, 1831-1835.
Two silver pitchers set. Benito Gómez, Antonio. Segovia, Spain, 1831-1835.

Two silver pitchers set. Benito Gómez, Antonio. Segovia, Spain, 1831-1835.

Located in Madrid, ES

contrast markings. Pair of spouted jugs with a circular base with moldings, a low conical foot and a

Category

1830s Spanish Neoclassical Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Antique Bohemian Bangle Bracelet 251 Garnets Granat Silver / 51gr
Antique Bohemian Bangle Bracelet 251 Garnets Granat Silver / 51gr

Antique Bohemian Bangle Bracelet 251 Garnets Granat Silver / 51gr

Located in SE

Europe/Bohemia/Austria, no markings. This beautiful five row bangle was shaped to fit your wrist without

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Motacilla Erithacus – Antique Common Redstart Print by Nozeman & Sepp, 1809
Motacilla Erithacus – Antique Common Redstart Print by Nozeman & Sepp, 1809

Motacilla Erithacus – Antique Common Redstart Print by Nozeman & Sepp, 1809

Located in Langweer, NL

markings rendered with crisp, lifelike detail—a hallmark of this famed series. The plate comes from

Category

19th Century Dutch Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Early 19th Century American Double Sided Games Board
Early 19th Century American Double Sided Games Board

Early 19th Century American Double Sided Games Board

Located in Incline Village, NV

circa 1835 and exhibits the markings of a typical cottage industry type manufacture (not unlike very

Category

1830s American Folk Art Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Miniature German Variable Camera Tripod 1920s with Ansel Adams Book
Vintage Miniature German Variable Camera Tripod 1920s with Ansel Adams Book

Vintage Miniature German Variable Camera Tripod 1920s with Ansel Adams Book

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Incline Village, NV

itself is only 12". Very well made, the markings indicate it is of German manufacture, namely "Zeiss Ikon

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

Petite Round Blue Murano Style Art Glass Hobnail Budding Vase Hobbs
Petite Round Blue Murano Style Art Glass Hobnail Budding Vase Hobbs

Petite Round Blue Murano Style Art Glass Hobnail Budding Vase Hobbs

By Fenton Art Glass Company 1

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

toward the neck of the vase. No markings or signature at bottom. How We Would Style It: This is a great

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Monumental Art Deco Oil Painting by André Hofer on Canvas, "Harvest", 1924
Monumental Art Deco Oil Painting by André Hofer on Canvas, "Harvest", 1924

Monumental Art Deco Oil Painting by André Hofer on Canvas, "Harvest", 1924

$45,000Sale Price|43% Off

H 85 in W 105.25 in D 2.5 in

Monumental Art Deco Oil Painting by André Hofer on Canvas, "Harvest", 1924

Located in Miami, FL

displayed in the original giltwood frame which retains the Paul Rene of Paris markings on all four sides of

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Wood, Paint

1863 "Lloyd's New Map of the United States, the Canadas, and New Brunswick"
1863 "Lloyd's New Map of the United States, the Canadas, and New Brunswick"

1863 "Lloyd's New Map of the United States, the Canadas, and New Brunswick"

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

marking at lower right, this map was originally issued in two states: "in Sheets, Colored" for 50 cents

Category

1860s American Antique Markings

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paper

Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century
Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century

Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century

Located in London, GB

appealing grain markings, particularly when quartersawn. Oak wood is very durable, easy to maintain and

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Oak, Cedar

Antique French Louis XV Style Kingwood Marquetry Signed Bibus
Antique French Louis XV Style Kingwood Marquetry Signed Bibus

Antique French Louis XV Style Kingwood Marquetry Signed Bibus

By Paul Sormani

Located in Forney, TX

obvious markings. --- Provenance/Acquisition: Acquired from highly reputable auction house Heritage

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique 19th Century Dutch 14K Gold Garnet Beaded Bracelet with Filigree Clasp
Antique 19th Century Dutch 14K Gold Garnet Beaded Bracelet with Filigree Clasp

Antique 19th Century Dutch 14K Gold Garnet Beaded Bracelet with Filigree Clasp

Located in Rotterdam, NL

: 104.32 grams Condition: Good; light wear consistent with age and use Marking: Dutch hallmark for 14K

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

L'ile Desert

L'ile Desert

By Jean-Emile Laboureur

Located in New York, NY

13 5/8, the sheet 17 1/2 x 22 inches. Provenance: Marcel Lecompte, Paris, with his pencil marking

Category

1910s Cubist Antique Markings

Materials

Etching

Napoleon III Bedroom Set, France, circa Second Half of the 19th Century
Napoleon III Bedroom Set, France, circa Second Half of the 19th Century

Napoleon III Bedroom Set, France, circa Second Half of the 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

refer to models of classical antiquity, clearly marking the belonging of the works to the style called

Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris
French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris

French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris

$2,627Sale Price|24% Off

H 15.75 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in

French Ormolu Bronze Sèvres Porcelain Mantle Clock Vincenti et Cie, Paris

Located in Dublin, Ireland

numerals, black outer Arabic five-minute markings, gilt brass decorative pierced hands. Signed Gantier A

Category

19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Rare 1791 von Reilly Map of Franeker and Harlingen, Friesland, Netherlands
Rare 1791 von Reilly Map of Franeker and Harlingen, Friesland, Netherlands

Rare 1791 von Reilly Map of Franeker and Harlingen, Friesland, Netherlands

Located in Langweer, NL

the important towns of Franeker and Harlingen. The map is outlined in contemporary hand color, marking

Category

18th Century Austrian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Set of 9 Art Nouveau Hand Beaten Bronze Door Handles with Plates
Set of 9 Art Nouveau Hand Beaten Bronze Door Handles with Plates

Set of 9 Art Nouveau Hand Beaten Bronze Door Handles with Plates

Located in Dallas, TX

beaten Bronze Door Straps and hardware (posted separately) which likewise have no markings and are unlike

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Untitled (Mother Holding Baby)
Untitled (Mother Holding Baby)

Untitled (Mother Holding Baby)

By John Gilroy

Located in New York, NY

particular work is unique due to its original grid markings included here within. As one can view among our

Category

1920s Academic Antique Markings

Materials

Carbon Pencil

Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set
Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set

Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set

Located in Narberth, PA

frame is stamped "8507", and one frame shares the French eagle and maker's marking. The dangling designs

Category

1880s French Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Superb Antique Map of the Province of Gelderland, the Netherlands, ca.1575
Superb Antique Map of the Province of Gelderland, the Netherlands, ca.1575

Superb Antique Map of the Province of Gelderland, the Netherlands, ca.1575

Located in Langweer, NL

oriented with north to the left with ribbon cartouches marking the cardinal directions. A single large ship

Category

16th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

By Victor Horta

Located in Lisse, NL

-shape and top-quality ceramics, but unfortunately we don't know to whom the markings on the bottom can

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

"Garuda Finial, " Indonesian Hand-carved Painted Wood
"Garuda Finial, " Indonesian Hand-carved Painted Wood

"Garuda Finial, " Indonesian Hand-carved Painted Wood

Located in Milwaukee, WI

an element marking the top or end of some object, often formed to be a decorative feature. The

Category

19th Century Folk Art Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere by Delamarche, Paris, Circa 1805-1810
Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere by Delamarche, Paris, Circa 1805-1810

Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere by Delamarche, Paris, Circa 1805-1810

By Charles Francois Delamarche

Located in Milano, IT

geographical markings indicating the most recent explorations. The North American coasts are well delineated

Category

Early 1800s French Empire Antique Markings

Materials

Paper, Wood

Edinburgh, Scotland Coast: A 17th Century Hand-Colored Sea Chart by Collins
Edinburgh, Scotland Coast: A 17th Century Hand-Colored Sea Chart by Collins

Edinburgh, Scotland Coast: A 17th Century Hand-Colored Sea Chart by Collins

$2,220Sale Price|20% Off

H 23 in W 27.75 in D 0.5 in

Edinburgh, Scotland Coast: A 17th Century Hand-Colored Sea Chart by Collins

By Captain Greenvile Collins

Located in Alamo, CA

rhumb lines, as well as depth markings along the coast. The beautiful and colorful cartouche is enhanced

Category

Late 17th Century English Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Antique, Pair of Binoculars, German, Neo Universal, CP Goerz, Berlin, circa 1920
Antique, Pair of Binoculars, German, Neo Universal, CP Goerz, Berlin, circa 1920

Antique, Pair of Binoculars, German, Neo Universal, CP Goerz, Berlin, circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

formed, folding bridge Smaller adjustment wheel with marking range from 64-72 Serial number of 580854

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

French 19th C Gilt and Patinated Bronze Group of Gloria Victis, by A. Mercie
French 19th C Gilt and Patinated Bronze Group of Gloria Victis, by A. Mercie

French 19th C Gilt and Patinated Bronze Group of Gloria Victis, by A. Mercie

By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Antonin Mercie

Located in New York, NY

Century. The quality of this particular model is absolutely incredible and all the marking indicate that

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Markings

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

"Join the Air Service" Vintage WWI Poster by J. Paul Verrees, 1917
"Join the Air Service" Vintage WWI Poster by J. Paul Verrees, 1917

"Join the Air Service" Vintage WWI Poster by J. Paul Verrees, 1917

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

features a two-man open cockpit biplane with American and French markings flying against a red sky

Category

1910s American Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

French 19th Century Culinary Scale from Lyon
French 19th Century Culinary Scale from Lyon

French 19th Century Culinary Scale from Lyon

$1,650

H 9.5 in W 31 in D 13.25 in

French 19th Century Culinary Scale from Lyon

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

was to calibrate these weighing machines. These markings, along with its larger size and 40 kilogram

Category

19th Century French Other Antique Markings

Materials

Marble, Brass

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An assortment of antique markings is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique markings — often made from ceramic, metal and earthenware — can elevate any home. Antique markings have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique markings are generally popular furniture pieces, but Regency, Art Nouveau and Louis XV styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique markings over the years, but those made by Burroughes & Watts, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Louis Vuitton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Markings?

Antique markings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $39 and the highest can go for as much as $14,001.