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Vintage Tom Sturgis Pretzels Large Tin Metal Red Advertising Can
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Tom Sturgis Pretzels Large Tin Metal Red Advertising Can. Circa Early to Mid 20th Century
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Early 20th Century Country Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Metal Milk Can with Long Spout and Wooden Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French metal milk can from the 19th century, with long spout and wooden handle. Crafted in France
Category

19th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Vintage WESCO Oil Can
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Metal Oil Can. An automotive oil can made by Wesco, Birmingham. A fantastic piece of
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Antique WESCO Oil Can
Vintage WESCO Oil Can
H 6.3 in W 5.91 in D 2.96 in
European Railways Oil Can, Vintage Oil Can, Industrial Style 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Architectural or Industrial style Oil can, a nice addition to your collection. Found at an estate
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Sheet Metal, Tin

Scandinavian Armor, C. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful decorative unique piece. An old Scandinavian Armor in metal, can either be hung on the
Category

19th Century Swedish Post-Modern Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Iron

Antique Scandinavian Armor, C. 1800s
Scandinavian Armor, C. 1800s
H 16.54 in W 13 in D 5.91 in
Antique Brass Milk Can
Located in Pasadena, TX
23? antique brass milk can Charming antique milk can as from Europe. Container has a top handle
Category

Late 19th Century European Rustic Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Brass Milk Can
Antique Brass Milk Can
H 23.6 in W 11 in D 11 in
Fine Bronze Bangle Featuring Two Animals. Burkina Faso/Ghana
Located in London, GB
a beautiful encrusted verdigris surface patina, the bangle also displays areas where the metal can
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Early 20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze

Travel Case Wood France 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
in contemporary glass. Retractable compartments with sheet metal cans. Lock with working key.
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19th Century French Other Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Travel Case Wood France 19th Century
Travel Case Wood France 19th Century
H 6.7 in W 18.9 in D 10.63 in
Pair of 19th Century Chinoiserie Tea Can Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Embrace the elegance of the 19th century with this exquisite pair of Chinoiserie tea can lamps
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19th Century English Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique English Painted Tea Can Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Interesting pair of antique English painted tole chinoiserie tea can lamps. Very nice patina and a
Category

Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Pair of Marquess of Clanricarde De Burgh-Canning Carriage Badges
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Pair of Marquess of Clanricarde de Burgh-Canning carriage badges, each gilt metal armorial
Category

1850s English Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Very Distinct Art Deco / Amsterdamse School Watering Can The Netherlands 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
Very Distinct Art Deco / Amsterdamse School Watering Can The Netherlands 1930s This is a true gem
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Tin Tea leaf Cans/Holders Set
Located in Pomona, CA
Tin Tea cans from Late Qing dynasty or early Republic era of China, tea fragrance blends with time
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Tin

Vintage Shell Motor Spirit Petrol Can with Bronze Screw Top Lid c.1940
By Shell Oil
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Vintage Shell Motor Spirit petrol can with bronze screw top lid and original red paint
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Early 18th Century French Hammered Copper Watering Can from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
1740, and built of copper, the hammered metal construction gives this watering can a charming and
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Early 18th Century French Country Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass

Carbide Coal Miners Lamp with Coal Oil Can and tin funnel by Justrite Areamlined
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, with a Coal Oil Can and a Tin Funnel. Hand Crafted by the renowned Justrite Manufacturing Company
Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Copper Bassine à Ragoût - Professionally Retinned and Polished
Located in Morristown, NJ
played an important role in culinary history for centuries. No other metal can be counted on to absorb
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1890s French French Provincial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Large Woolworth & Co Gilt Metal Number Ten Sign Wall Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
. Woolworth closed its final store in 1997. Made of cast metal, they can be used indoors or outdoors. The
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1920s American Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century French Walnut and Metal Plant Stand
Located in Burton, TX
, the top metal planter and support plate can easily be removed for ease of mobility and plant display
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Antique Copper Saucepan with Iron Handle - Professionally Retinned and Polished
Located in Morristown, NJ
for centuries. No other metal can be counted on to absorb heat and distribute it as rapidly and evenly
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1880s English French Provincial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Venetian Shaped Blown Glass and Metal Hanging Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
Colorful hand blown and shaped Murano striped glass in a metal cage hanging pendant. Hanging metal
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Italian antique Display cabinet in glass and black metal, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
crafted, in black painted metal. It can also be used as a small wardrobe or display cabinet. Early 1900s
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Monumental Pair Of Antique French Patinated Metal Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
patinated metal sconces, possibly bronze can be used as candle sconces or easily wired if desired. Stunning!
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Industrial Metal Bucket Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful antique Industrial iron metal bucket can be used for logs and kindling or put a piece of
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Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Copper, Iron

Antique Industrial Metal Bucket Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful antique Industrial iron metal bucket can be used for logs and kindling or put a piece of
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Copper, Iron

1900''s Antique Duparquet, Huot & Moneuse Co. NYC, Copper Plat à Sauter
Located in Morristown, NJ
played an important role in culinary history for centuries. No other metal can be counted on to absorb
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron, Tin

Antique Chinese Cricket Cage "Pagoda Tower" and a Metal Cricket
Located in Norton, MA
metal. It can be placed into the cage. The metal cricket possibly was made around the 1960s.  
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Cricket Cage "House Form" and a Metal Cricket
Located in Norton, MA
, there is a live-modelled Cricket made of metal. It can be placed into the cage. The metal cricket
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

French Polished Brass Bouillotte Lamp with Metal Shade, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
French polished brass Bouillotte two candle lamp with metal shade, 19th century. It can be
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19th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass

HUGE ANTIQUE CHiNESE QING DYNASTY RICE BASKET WITH METAL SUPPORTS FRUIT BOWL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Rice Basket with metal braces that can be used as a very large fruit bowl A good looking decorative
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Antique 3 Chinese Bamboo Insect Cricket Cages "Curved Form" and 2 Metal Crickets
Located in Norton, MA
the middle stick to align the middle hole and then slide all the sticks up so the gate can be opened
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

French Bouillotte Two-Candle Lamp Polished Brass with Metal Shade, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
French Bouillotte two-candle lamp polished brass with metal shade, 19th century. It can be
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19th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass

Antique French Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 6.25US / 12gr
Located in SE
physical condition. Dark patina /tarnish on metal /can be cleaned off on demand. > Most of the items
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Halo Ring 0.6ct Sapphire 0.32ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø12.5US/ 7.3 gr
Located in SE
/ ca.0.32 ct. total. All stones have open backs. Used condition. Patina on metal /can be polished
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold

Ancient Planet Model, Tellurium, FR. J. Berg, Stockholm, circa 1900
Located in Greven, DE
lacquered cast metal base. This planetary model can be used to illustrate the positions of the heavenly
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

1920's English Deluxe Valet Stand with Trouser Press
Located in Norwich, GB
oxidation on the metal frame. The stand has very neat metal fittings, and can be dismantled as shown. This
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

17th C. Rare Alms Dish Bowl Luxury Vide Poche Center Tray Decorative Object
Located in West Hollywood, CA
cm)Diameter: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Length: 1.5 in (3.81 cm) If you want the metal base, you can have it
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17th Century German Baroque Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Large English Monogrammed M Painted Tole Serving Tray
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
edges with a large monogram M in the center. We see this metal tray with dual purposes, can function on
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Industrial filing cabinet in wood with 30 original cardboard storage boxes
Located in Meulebeke, BE
opened at the front with beautiful small metal locks and can be easily labeled. Both sides of the cabinet
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1920s Belgian Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Italian early 1900s brown leather cardboard travel trunk with key, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
vertically and used as a coat hanger thanks to a telescopic metal rod on which hangers can be hung. There are
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

French Garden Chairs
Located in Nashville, TN
Pair of painted chairs with seat and back upholstery. Backs of chairs are covered in metal and can
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19th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

French Garden Chairs
French Garden Chairs
H 34.5 in W 28 in D 29 in
Antique Industrial Cobblers Work Bench
Located in London, London
Cobblers work bench Metal frame Iron last can be removed England Early 20th Century.
Category

Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Antique Industrial Cobblers Work Bench
Antique Industrial Cobblers Work Bench
H 39.38 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Mosasaurus Head And Spine - Skull, Neck, Curved Bone & Tail
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
shown in our video. The bones are attached to a metal plate that can rotate 90 degrees. There are 4
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15th Century and Earlier Moroccan Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

Five Piece Arts & Crafts Fireplace Tool Set
Located in New York, NY
and original. Some light surface rust on the metal, as shown, this can be left as patina, or removed
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Early 20th Century American Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

18th Century Italian Rococo Tassel Ornaments with Gold Trim 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
significance. *Sold in a set of five. *Includes original metal hooks. *Can be bought individually upon request.
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Small Speckled Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
come by and can't be found anywhere else. The age and distress of the tassels create a beautiful
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Vintage Wooden Tripod Easel, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1920
Located in Zohor, SK
easel has a top metal part which can hold a painting or a frame. The easle stands on strong metal pin
Category

1920s Czech Bauhaus Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal

18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Sculptural Ornament 'Set of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
. Includes original metal hooks. Can be bought individually upon request.
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Cast Aluminum Stylized Airplane Model or Sculpture & Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
tilting type bracket and stands on a streamlined, stepped metal base. The plane can be tilted frontwards
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Antique French 19th Century Jewelry Box Flap Door Miniature Wood Cabinet
Located in Firenze, IT
golden metal handles and escutcheons can contain rings, necklaces, brooch bracelets or any other small
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
hung on their own in their own significance. * Includes original metal hooks. * Can be bought
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
original metal hooks. *Can be bought individually upon request.
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Rococo Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
significance. *Includes original metal hooks. *Can be bought individually upon request.
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

18th Century Italian Speckled Gold and Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
rare to come by and can't be found anywhere else. The age and distress of the tassels create a
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Rococo Mecca Tassel Ornaments 'Group of 5'
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
. * Includes original metal hooks. * Can be bought individually upon request.
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

19th Century French Porcelain Allegorical Charger
Located in Houston, TX
1860-1870. (As acquired with metal holder) can be removed if desired. Great bookcase or table accessory
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Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Porcelain, Faience

Rare Ancienne Architectural Lion Head, c.1885
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the metal stand. Can be used indoors or outdoors.
Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Stone, Steel

Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
with beautiful contrast and set in an oval metal frame, it can be worn as both a brooch and a pendant
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Metal Cans For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique metal cans for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique metal cans — often made from metal, brass and fabric — can elevate any home. Antique metal cans have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique metal cans made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique metal cans are appealing in their simplicity, but Underwriters Laboratories and Erie Lithograph & Painting Company produced popular antique metal cans that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Metal Cans?

Prices for antique metal cans start at $75 and top out at $9,250 with the average selling for $910.