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Antique Brass and Iron Coat Rack, England, 1920-30s
Antique Brass and Iron Coat Rack, England, 1920-30s

Antique Brass and Iron Coat Rack, England, 1920-30s

Located in San Francisco, CA

This vintage metal piece can be a coat stand and hat rack. The stand features a sturdy central pole with a horizontal bar at the top for hanging garments and a three-legged (tripod) ...

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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Era Opal and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Floral Ring
Victorian Era Opal and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Floral Ring

Victorian Era Opal and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Floral Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Ring Details: Size: 5 1/2, can be sized Metal: 14 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 8.5 grams Hallmark: 14K Finger to Top of ring: 11 millimeters Ring Face: 25 x 20 millimeters Shank width:...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Cosmos Study of Nebulae “Nebelflecke”, Meyers Leipzig c.1900
Antique Cosmos Study of Nebulae “Nebelflecke”, Meyers Leipzig c.1900

Antique Cosmos Study of Nebulae “Nebelflecke”, Meyers Leipzig c.1900

Located in Langweer, NL

For a more contemporary interior, a slim black or bronze metal frame can provide a clean and refined look.

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Early 20th Century German Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Paper

Carved Limewood Lion Rampant
Carved Limewood Lion Rampant

Carved Limewood Lion Rampant

Located in Greenwich, CT

Now on custom metal stand. Can also be wall hung. English, 19th century.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Blue-White Fossilised Wood from Turkey
Blue-White Fossilised Wood from Turkey

Blue-White Fossilised Wood from Turkey

Located in London, GB

Almost like streaks of paint, hues of blues, reds, browns, and greens, highlighted further by accents of white, transform this fossil into a remarkable and enigmatic display piece. W...

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15th Century and Earlier Modern Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet
Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet

Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet, Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

We have another Identical pair for sale on a different listing, with a slight variation in the middle metal rod's length, which can be altered if 2 identical pairs are needed.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Porcelain Allegorical Charger
19th Century French Porcelain Allegorical Charger

19th Century French Porcelain Allegorical Charger

Located in Houston, TX

Our French Napoleon III charger dates from 1860-1870. (As acquired with metal holder) can be removed if desired. Great bookcase or table accessory when displayed on an easel.

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Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Porcelain, Faience

Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier
Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier

Wonderful French Wrought Iron Floral Art Deco Chandelier

By Gilbert Poillerat, Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in Chicago, IL

There is plenty of patina and rust on the metal. This can either be left as-is or could be cleaned up with a new finish which would also look incredible on this.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Iron

Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch

Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in natural shell with beautiful contrast and set in an oval metal frame, it can be worn as both a brooch and a pendant.

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Early 20th Century Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s
Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s

Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s

Located in MIlano, IT

Inside there are two glass shelves with green painted metal shelf supports. It can be used as a storage unit or display unit.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Glass, Fabric, Wood

Corinthian Capital Rojo Alicante Marble Pedestal
Corinthian Capital Rojo Alicante Marble Pedestal

Corinthian Capital Rojo Alicante Marble Pedestal

Located in Hanover, MA

Very heavy. 250 - 300 pounds. Comes with two cast metal cup dollies. Can be used inverted as well.

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19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Stone, Marble

18th Century Swedish Drop Leaf Table
18th Century Swedish Drop Leaf Table

18th Century Swedish Drop Leaf Table

Located in Fullerton, CA

This classic wood table features one large drawer with a metal ring pull that can be used for addition storage.

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18th Century Swedish Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Rare Early 20th Century Hand Carved Fairground Dragon Ride Fragment
Rare Early 20th Century Hand Carved Fairground Dragon Ride Fragment

Rare Early 20th Century Hand Carved Fairground Dragon Ride Fragment

Located in London, GB

This figure is mounted to a bespoke metal display but can be removed if you wish to display it on the wall.

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1920s Unknown Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Pine

Pair of Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet
Pair of Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet

Pair of Art Deco Lamps by Baccarat, France circa 1940, Attr. to Jacques Adnet

By Baccarat, Jacques Adnet

Located in Merida, Yucatan

We have another Identical pair for sale on a different listing, with a slight variation in the middle metal rod's length, which can be altered if 2 identical pairs are needed.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Cut Glass

Satinwood Inlaid Demilune Pier Table, Hand-Crafted, Circa 1900, Europe
Satinwood Inlaid Demilune Pier Table, Hand-Crafted, Circa 1900, Europe

Satinwood Inlaid Demilune Pier Table, Hand-Crafted, Circa 1900, Europe

Located in Delray Beach, FL

In the back of table two pieces of metal attached the can help to attach the table to the wall if you wish ( if not you can unscrew it out) .

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19th Century European Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass, Bronze

A rare pair of Arts & Crafts Oak plant stands with square tops and tapering legs
A rare pair of Arts & Crafts Oak plant stands with square tops and tapering legs

A rare pair of Arts & Crafts Oak plant stands with square tops and tapering legs

By Goodyear

Located in London, GB

Greensted, page 71. Both with original metal labels attached. You can see 'a part' of an identical plant stand to the far left in a period image of Annesley Lodge designed by C F A V...

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Early 1900s British Adam Style Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Oak

Heraldic Costumes c.1400 – Antique 1845 Prints of Knight and Lady, Hand-Coloured
Heraldic Costumes c.1400 – Antique 1845 Prints of Knight and Lady, Hand-Coloured

Heraldic Costumes c.1400 – Antique 1845 Prints of Knight and Lady, Hand-Coloured

Located in Langweer, NL

A slender gilt or bronzed moulding will pick up the golden tones of the lady’s headdress and the knight’s lion, while a charcoal or gun-metal frame can create a striking contemporary...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Paper

Bauhaus Desk Light by Carl J. Jucker, Germany
Bauhaus Desk Light by Carl J. Jucker, Germany

Bauhaus Desk Light by Carl J. Jucker, Germany

By Carl J. Jucker

Located in Vienna, AT

Large table lamp originally designed in 1923 but deriving from a later production probably 1970s or 1980s. This metal desk light can be moved into all kinds of different positions.

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1920s German Bauhaus Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Aluminum

Tutsi Milk Jug Vase
Tutsi Milk Jug Vase

Tutsi Milk Jug Vase

Located in Vancouver, BC

On the sides of the object you can see metal highlights - which, although some symbolic, were used as a method to repair cracking in the wood.

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Early 20th Century Rwandan Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Hardwood

English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch
English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch

English Chatham & Wilkes Faux Bois Steel Steamer Trunk J & E Bates Brass Latch

By Chatham & Wilkes, J & E Bates & Sons

Located in Cincinnati, OH

The ends of the trunk are also equipped with large fold-down metal handles so the piece can be moved easily from place to place.

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1910s English Edwardian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Steel, Brass

Antique Floral Pin with Multi-Colored Crystals, Early 1900s, Gold Plated
Antique Floral Pin with Multi-Colored Crystals, Early 1900s, Gold Plated

Antique Floral Pin with Multi-Colored Crystals, Early 1900s, Gold Plated

Located in Milford, DE

This exquisite piece features an antique golden finish with a touch of vintage wear, giving it a rich patina that only time can bestow. The metal setting is artfully crafted into thr...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

19th Century Royal Navy Oak Fire Bucket, with Plymouth Armorial Crest
19th Century Royal Navy Oak Fire Bucket, with Plymouth Armorial Crest

19th Century Royal Navy Oak Fire Bucket, with Plymouth Armorial Crest

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Royal Navy Oak Fire Bucket, with Plymouth Armorial Crest This is a superb looking piece made in Oak and decorated with the Plymouth Armorial Crest, it was used as a wa...

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1870s British Colonial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Oak

Magnificent lamps in gilt bronze louis XVI  style
Magnificent lamps in gilt bronze louis XVI  style

Magnificent lamps in gilt bronze louis XVI style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Louis XVI style lamps two lights in bronze called bouyotte lamps with its lampshade in painted sheet metal ,bordeaux color. The lampshade can be adjusted to the desired height the b...

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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze

English Antique Mahogany Étagère
English Antique Mahogany Étagère

English Antique Mahogany Étagère

Located in New York, NY

Has three-tiers with a decorative painted metal trim. The étagère can fit flush or freestanding.

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1890s Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Mahogany

Petitot Art Deco peach /salmon /pink frosted glass + nickeled bronze chandelier
Petitot Art Deco peach /salmon /pink frosted glass + nickeled bronze chandelier

Petitot Art Deco peach /salmon /pink frosted glass + nickeled bronze chandelier

By Atelier Petitot

Located in New York City, NY

It offers a brightened counterpoint to darker wood and metal finishes, yet it can seamlessly integrate with light oaks or brighter metallics as well.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Small red lacquered Japanese box with royal motto of the Netherlands, 1880
Small red lacquered Japanese box with royal motto of the Netherlands, 1880

Small red lacquered Japanese box with royal motto of the Netherlands, 1880

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Pretty little Japanese lacquered box. On a golden metal medal inside we can read the royal motto of the Netherlands, adorned with a lion: "Je maintiendrai" ("I will maintain").

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Antique Photograph of Young Man Ebonized Wood Gold Gilt Bronze Picture Frame
Antique Photograph of Young Man Ebonized Wood Gold Gilt Bronze Picture Frame

Antique Photograph of Young Man Ebonized Wood Gold Gilt Bronze Picture Frame

Located in New York, NY

Ebonized wood is rectangular with oval glass covered picture area surrounded with gold gilt bronze, finished with metal loop for hanging. Photograph can be replaced, please see last ...

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Mid-19th Century European Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze

Antique Brass & Glass Tea Set, France  Set 2 Glasses, Glass Holders and Spoons
Antique Brass & Glass Tea Set, France  Set 2 Glasses, Glass Holders and Spoons

Antique Brass & Glass Tea Set, France Set 2 Glasses, Glass Holders and Spoons

Located in Bastogne, BE

It is much softer than copper and other metals, so it can be easily rolled and forged, wears out slowly and at the same time is stronger than copper.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass

Pair of Five Tiered Baskets, 19th Century
Pair of Five Tiered Baskets, 19th Century

Pair of Five Tiered Baskets, 19th Century

$400Sale Price / set|60% Off

Pair of Five Tiered Baskets, 19th Century

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The handles are decorated with metal hooks so that they can be carried with a pole.

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19th Century Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Petite Secrétaire
Antique Petite Secrétaire

Antique Petite Secrétaire

$1,756Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Petite Secrétaire

Located in Malibu, CA

It’s missing the original hinged fold-down drawer. Since the metal pulls are intact it can be restored, although it is a beautiful accent piece in its current condition.

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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century, Zinc Clock Trade Sign
19th Century, Zinc Clock Trade Sign

19th Century, Zinc Clock Trade Sign

Located in Sheffield, MA

Made of zinc, the clock face is decorated with Roman numerals, a smaller subsidiary seconds dial sits in the lower half of the main dial. Clock can be placed on a custom made rectang...

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1860s American Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Zinc

French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920

French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920

Located in New York, NY

The chair and ottoman attach and separate via integrated metal parts so one can use the chair alone. The chair is also adjustable in 3 positions.

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Edwardian Sweet Heart Bow Diamond Natural Pearl Ring
Edwardian Sweet Heart Bow Diamond Natural Pearl Ring

Edwardian Sweet Heart Bow Diamond Natural Pearl Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

Charming Sweet Heart crown adorned with Natural Pearl & Diamonds, topped by a bow, and carving details throughout the mount Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold with silver portions Engl...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Rubellite Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Mounted in platinum topped gold. Size 4 1/4. (Can be sized) Metal Type: Platinum topped gold Metal Weight: 3.4 grams

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Platinum 18 KT Gold Ring
Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Platinum 18 KT Gold Ring

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Platinum 18 KT Gold Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

Quintessential, Edwardian ring, with charming design and gorgeous colour contrast Very finely hand crafted during the very beginning of 1900 of 18 KT gold with Platinum top – tested ...

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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

English Cast Stone Top Table
English Cast Stone Top Table

English Cast Stone Top Table

Located in Seattle, WA

Moss covered antique cast stone top garden table on vintage metal base. Can be used inside or out- would be perfect entry table.

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Early 1900s Antique Metal Cans

Early 20th Century Brass Indian Temple Toy on Wheels
Early 20th Century Brass Indian Temple Toy on Wheels

Early 20th Century Brass Indian Temple Toy on Wheels

By Rajhastani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Andhra Pradesh in particular has a history of outstanding metal workmanship or “Vishwakarmas”, which can be traced back to the grandeur and glory of the Kakatiya Kingdom.

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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Asian Bronze Large Camel Toy on Wheels 19th C
Antique Asian Bronze Large Camel Toy on Wheels 19th C

Antique Asian Bronze Large Camel Toy on Wheels 19th C

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Andhra Pradesh in particular has a history of outstanding metal workmanship or “Vishwakarmas”, which can be traced back to the grandeur and glory of the Kakatiya Kingdom.

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Late 19th Century Indian Moorish Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze

1920s Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
1920s Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring

1920s Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

It is further surrounded by a row of small bezel set emeralds. Size 8 1/2 (Can be sized) Metal Type: 18 KT White Gold (stamped and/or tested) Metal Weight: 12 Grams

Category

1920s Unknown Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze Gothic Revival Church Candlesticks Candleholders Lions
Pair of Large Gilt Bronze Gothic Revival Church Candlesticks Candleholders Lions

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze Gothic Revival Church Candlesticks Candleholders Lions

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Each candle top has a metal plate/shelf that can be taken out easily to remove any candle wax easily after use.

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19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Iron Bucket with Handle Sold Singly
19th Century Iron Bucket with Handle Sold Singly

19th Century Iron Bucket with Handle Sold Singly

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wonderful antique Industrial iron metal bucket can be used for logs, kindling, fireplace tools or put a piece of glass, wood or stone on top and use as a side or end table.

Category

19th Century Asian Rustic Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Iron

Victorian Iron Wash or Planter Stand
Victorian Iron Wash or Planter Stand

Victorian Iron Wash or Planter Stand

Located in Sheffield, MA

The Victorian dark brown iron metal washstand can be used as is or as a plant stand with the appropriate pot placed in the hole.

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Iron

Italian Antique Three-Door Screen Hand Painted on Fabric and Wood, Early 1900s
Italian Antique Three-Door Screen Hand Painted on Fabric and Wood, Early 1900s

Italian Antique Three-Door Screen Hand Painted on Fabric and Wood, Early 1900s

Located in MIlano, IT

The two women are dressed in clothes that recall the French style of the late 1700s. Metal feet. Can be used as a room divider. Early 1900s Good conditions, has several defects on th...

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases

Located in Hudson, NY

By soldering thin wires of silver, gold or copper to the base metal, different compartments can be separated. These compartments are then filled with enamel and buffed back.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Enamel

Victorian Horse Hair Green Hand Dyed Leather Chesterfield Fully Button Base Sofa
Victorian Horse Hair Green Hand Dyed Leather Chesterfield Fully Button Base Sofa

Victorian Horse Hair Green Hand Dyed Leather Chesterfield Fully Button Base Sofa

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

It’s a true gentleman’s club original with the fully coil sprung frame, what this means is the back rest, arms and front edge are all coil sprung all over, these were classed as meta...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Leather

Life-Size Mannequin Attributed to Francois-Pierre Guillois, Late 18th Century
Life-Size Mannequin Attributed to Francois-Pierre Guillois, Late 18th Century

Life-Size Mannequin Attributed to Francois-Pierre Guillois, Late 18th Century

Located in Peekskill, NY

It's built around a clever skeleton of wood peg and ball joints and metal fasteners which can be posed in a multitude of ways.

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Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Wood

Large Renaissance Manner Antique Cast Iron and Bronze Hooded Fire Basket Grate
Large Renaissance Manner Antique Cast Iron and Bronze Hooded Fire Basket Grate

Large Renaissance Manner Antique Cast Iron and Bronze Hooded Fire Basket Grate

Located in Edinburgh, GB

With large bronze capping and decorative finials, a decoratively cast iron canopy with a central cast stylised Sunflower to the centre, with bronze piped trim either side. An inset m...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Metal Cans

Materials

Iron

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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.