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Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container
Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container

Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming and versatile tin metal container featuring a Delft tile scenes with a dog, rabbit and other animals.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Colonial Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Large French Console Table or Planter of Cherrywood with Metal Liner
Large French Console Table or Planter of Cherrywood with Metal Liner

Large French Console Table or Planter of Cherrywood with Metal Liner

Located in Austin, TX

Outer Dimensions: H 30 in x W 59 1/2 in x D 20 1/2 in Metal container Dimensions: H 7 1/2 in x W 56 in x D 17 1/2 in

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Early 20th Century French Country Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Napoleon III French Sideboard Inlaid with Geometric Floral Motifs, 1850
Napoleon III French Sideboard Inlaid with Geometric Floral Motifs, 1850

Napoleon III French Sideboard Inlaid with Geometric Floral Motifs, 1850

Located in Puglia, Puglia

The opening top is inlaid with geometric and floral motifs, inside it contains a silver metal container, used as a stoup.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Lattice Top Incense Box, c. 1850
Chinese Lattice Top Incense Box, c. 1850

Chinese Lattice Top Incense Box, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This slender metal container is a 19th-century white brass incense burner, used for storing and burning incense sticks.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Brass

A Metal Israeli Kotel Charity Container, 1910
A Metal Israeli Kotel Charity Container, 1910

A Metal Israeli Kotel Charity Container, 1910

Located in New York, NY

A Rare Metal Israeli Kotel charity container for Rabbi Meir Baal Haness from 1910 tied to Jewish religious and charitable traditions.

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1910s Israeli Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Round Container With Lid, Circa 1910
Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Round Container With Lid, Circa 1910

Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Round Container With Lid, Circa 1910

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Arts & Crafts period bronze round container with lid By Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 5.25"W x 5.25"D x 7.25"H.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Round Cigarette Box or Container
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Round Cigarette Box or Container

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Round Cigarette Box or Container

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze round container or cigarette box with lid By Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, 1917 Sterling silver inlay on patinated bronze.

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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Art Deco Modernist Spritzdekor Metal Tin Box Container Marianne Brandt Bauhaus
Art Deco Modernist Spritzdekor Metal Tin Box Container Marianne Brandt Bauhaus

Art Deco Modernist Spritzdekor Metal Tin Box Container Marianne Brandt Bauhaus

By Marianne Brandt, Ruppelwerk

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Extraordinary Modernist piece of early 20th Century design! This box or container with a hinged lid is lacquered with a fabulous typically constructivist "Spritzdekor" airbrush patt...

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1920s German Bauhaus Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Antique Iron Mesh Container

Antique Iron Mesh Container

Located in New York, NY

Antique Folk Art from Flores. Handwoven iron mesh container with an hour glass shape. Measures: 10- 22" DIA x 34" high. Andrianna Shamaris, Inc. The Leader In Modern Organic Design™

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1920s Southeast Asian Primitive Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Wood Rice Container
19th Century Wood Rice Container

19th Century Wood Rice Container

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19th Century Wood Rice Container

Located in Van Nuys, CA

From the years 1850 and 1880. This container serves as a timeless emblem of both exceptional craftsmanship and rich history.

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1850s Chinese Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

19th C Gustavian style Flower Container
19th C Gustavian style Flower Container

19th C Gustavian style Flower Container

Located in New Orleans, LA

An elegant 19th century Swedish Neoclassical jardinière, executed in the enduring Gustavian taste, with a beautifully time-softened painted surface and richly carved giltwood ornamen...

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850
Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850

Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

The upper portion of the tabako-bon holds two removable metal containers, the larger a small hibachi (hi-ire) used to light one's pipe and the smaller a receptacle for ash and waste.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Copper

Vintage Pewter Container, Italy, Early 20th Century
Vintage Pewter Container, Italy, Early 20th Century

Vintage Pewter Container, Italy, Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage Art Nouveau Pewter Container realized in the early 20th Century. Good condition.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s
Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s

Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s

Located in taranto, IT

very rare spittoon, circa 1920s, of Italian manufacture, of those used in hotels or bars of the time, of the column type, with circular base and central metal column, glass neck with...

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1920s Antique Metal Containers

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Metal

16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas
16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas

16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas

Located in Sanremo, IT

We can see how the brush is full of material, which is expressed through a very accurate description of the characters, both in their clothes and the folds of them, in the sparkle of...

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16th Century Old Masters Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A rare triple container for Holy Oils, Italy late 19th century.
A rare triple container for Holy Oils, Italy late 19th century.

A rare triple container for Holy Oils, Italy late 19th century.

Located in Milan, IT

Unscrewable container, made of white metal with golden crosses, inside we find the three small containers for the various types of oils: "Ol", "OS" and "SC" well engraved by hand on ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Gold

Pig & Chimney Sweep Lucky Charm, Candy Secret Chamber Container, Antique, 1900s
Pig & Chimney Sweep Lucky Charm, Candy Secret Chamber Container, Antique, 1900s

Pig & Chimney Sweep Lucky Charm, Candy Secret Chamber Container, Antique, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful golden pig candy container or container with secret chamber. Made from white metal, hand painted with cold paint like the bronze Vienna miniatures.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Top Hat Spitoon and Container/Vase for Standard Mfg. Co.
Top Hat Spitoon and Container/Vase for Standard Mfg. Co.

Top Hat Spitoon and Container/Vase for Standard Mfg. Co.

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An unusual and beautifully patinated iron spittoon having the form of a gentleman's top hat.

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19th Century American Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique
Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique. Early Gothic Period Water Wellhead Hand Carved Stone to be installed as a Magnificent Large Focal Po...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Stone, Metal

Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container
Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container

Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Tête Minerve.

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19th Century European Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Silver

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA
Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA . 18th Century water fountain Basin Jardinière Of Hand Carved Stone container .

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18th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal

Early 20th Century Art Déco Crystal Brass Cookie Jar/Bucket Container, France
Early 20th Century Art Déco Crystal Brass Cookie Jar/Bucket Container, France

Early 20th Century Art Déco Crystal Brass Cookie Jar/Bucket Container, France

Located in North Miami, FL

Early 20th century Art Déco crystal and brass cookie jar/bucket container with lid, France By: unknown Material: brass, copper, zinc, metal, glass, crystal, paint, enamel Technique:...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Containers

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Crystal, Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc, Enamel

Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands
Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands

Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) floral metal filigree containers / umbrella stands with 5 sides, spherical feet, and mulberry-shaped finials.

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19th Century Renaissance Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Italian Renaissance Revival Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands
Pair of Italian Renaissance Revival Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands

Pair of Italian Renaissance Revival Metal Filigree Pentagonal Umbrella Stands

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) floral metal filigree containers / umbrella stands with 5 sides, spherical feet, and mulberry-shaped finials.

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19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Chinese Double Gourd Repoussé Snuff Bottle with Qing Dynasty Jade Buttons
Chinese Double Gourd Repoussé Snuff Bottle with Qing Dynasty Jade Buttons

Chinese Double Gourd Repoussé Snuff Bottle with Qing Dynasty Jade Buttons

Located in Chicago, IL

Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynasty society, the practice provided an opportunity to display one's refined aesthetic through collectible snuff containers. This ch...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Jade, Metal, Copper

Colonial Anglo-Indian Regency Wine Cooler, Brass-Bound, Circa 1850
Colonial Anglo-Indian Regency Wine Cooler, Brass-Bound, Circa 1850

Colonial Anglo-Indian Regency Wine Cooler, Brass-Bound, Circa 1850

Located in Queens, NY

A Colonial Anglo-Indian Regnecy style (19th Century) tapered rectangular wooden brass-bound wine cooler (planter/fernery) mounted on a 4-legged stand with removable metal interior co...

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19th Century British Anglo-Indian Antique Metal Containers

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Metal

Antique Dazey Commercial Industrial Churn or Mixer with Toleware Decoration USA
Antique Dazey Commercial Industrial Churn or Mixer with Toleware Decoration USA

Antique Dazey Commercial Industrial Churn or Mixer with Toleware Decoration USA

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The frame and gear mechanism of the churn were made with cast metal and the container is made of steel. The cannister has been painted a deep vibrant blue at some point and possibly ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Brushed silver toiletry box with gold bands and powder-puff mirror
Brushed silver toiletry box with gold bands and powder-puff mirror

Brushed silver toiletry box with gold bands and powder-puff mirror

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Brushed silver toiletry box with gold bands and interior mirror with powder container. Metal: Gold - Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Boar's Head.

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19th Century European Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Silver

Antique Islamic Lamps and Hookahs Object Study, Maximilian Egypt 1846
Antique Islamic Lamps and Hookahs Object Study, Maximilian Egypt 1846

Antique Islamic Lamps and Hookahs Object Study, Maximilian Egypt 1846

Located in Langweer, NL

The plate displays an extraordinary range of hanging lamps, incense burners, oil vessels, hookah components, pipes, metal bowls, basins, candlesticks, ritual containers, and architec...

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Mid-19th Century German Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Paper

Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century
Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century

Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

There is a wonderful age related patina to the metal and wood. The container is able to hold a Dou of rice a once abundant form of Chinese measurement.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Iron

Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Engraved Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century
Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Engraved Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century

Chinese Rice Measure Basket with Engraved Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

There is a wonderful age related patina to the metal and wood. The container is able to hold a Dou of rice a once abundant form of Chinese measurement.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Iron

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Antique Tole Lidded Wood Cannister
Antique Tole Lidded Wood Cannister

Antique Tole Lidded Wood Cannister

Located in West Palm beach, FL

Antique lidded metal container to carry and store wood or coal.

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Containers

19th Century Blacksmiths Dishing Stump in Sycamore
19th Century Blacksmiths Dishing Stump in Sycamore

19th Century Blacksmiths Dishing Stump in Sycamore

Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire

This would have been made by the blacksmith himself for forming the rounded bases for metal containers. This is a very large sycamore stump that has through age and use formed a very...

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1850s English Early Victorian Antique Metal Containers

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Sycamore

Antique French Grape Harvesting Baskets
Antique French Grape Harvesting Baskets

Antique French Grape Harvesting Baskets

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H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in

Antique French Grape Harvesting Baskets

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

These vintage metal containers would have been worn on the back of the vineyard workers as they picked grapes, throwing them over their shoulders.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

19th Century Painted Metal Tea Containers
19th Century Painted Metal Tea Containers

19th Century Painted Metal Tea Containers

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H 16.54 in Dm 9.45 in

19th Century Painted Metal Tea Containers

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Two Victorian chinoiserie painted metal tea containers John Gilbert England ca 1860.

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19th Century English Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Industrial Metal Mesh Container with Handles
Industrial Metal Mesh Container with Handles

Industrial Metal Mesh Container with Handles

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H 6.25 in W 24 in D 13.5 in

Industrial Metal Mesh Container with Handles

Located in Chicago, IL

Industrial metal mesh container with handles, more available.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920
Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920

Silvertone Model VII Phonograph in Mahogany – 1920

Located in HÉRIC, FR

These records can be stored in three fixed, recessed chrome-plated metal containers. This vinyl turntable from another era will appeal to collectors and enthusiasts looking for authe...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Painted Tole and Mother of Pearl Decorated Storage Containers
Pair of Painted Tole and Mother of Pearl Decorated Storage Containers

Pair of Painted Tole and Mother of Pearl Decorated Storage Containers

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Beautiful Victorian tole bins with flowers and mother of pearl under some of the painted areas.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Antique Mahogany Brass Artists Box by James Newman London 19th Century
Antique Mahogany Brass Artists Box by James Newman London 19th Century

Antique Mahogany Brass Artists Box by James Newman London 19th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Fitted tray containing watercolour blocks, glass water jar, brushes, rolled paper pencils, a metal charcoal stick container. Beneath the tray are four porcelain with two tiered palet...

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19th Century British George IV Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Mahogany

Hungarian Garden Box with Metal Containers
Hungarian Garden Box with Metal Containers

Hungarian Garden Box with Metal Containers

Located in Napa, CA

Nice patina, rougher edges, very rustic looking. One side has "Unverkauflich" printed onto the wood, the other side has "Otto Zolchow" on it.

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Industrial Painted Metal Containers With Glass Interiors
Industrial Painted Metal Containers With Glass Interiors

Industrial Painted Metal Containers With Glass Interiors

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An unusual pair of possibly wine holders with painted metal exteriors and with heavy glass interiors.

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19th Century Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Indian Food Storage Container
Indian Food Storage Container

Indian Food Storage Container

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H 28 in Dm 23 in

Indian Food Storage Container

Located in New York, NY

Large black metal container used to store food / decorative hardware / great for trash, umbrellas, or as a side table / great patina

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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Steel

Collection of Brass and Silver "Money Sack" Vessels
Collection of Brass and Silver "Money Sack" Vessels

Collection of Brass and Silver "Money Sack" Vessels

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A lovely grouping of metal containers in the form of sacks with rope ties.

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Early 20th Century European Antique Metal Containers

Monumental Black Wrought Iron Antique Scale
Monumental Black Wrought Iron Antique Scale

Monumental Black Wrought Iron Antique Scale

Located in Hopewell, NJ

One side hangs a silver metal container; the other has a wrought iron circular platter.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Directoire Style "Rafraichissoir" Wine Cooler Side Table
19th Century French Directoire Style "Rafraichissoir" Wine Cooler Side Table

19th Century French Directoire Style "Rafraichissoir" Wine Cooler Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This lovely piece has a marble top and two metal containers where wine bottles are stored to keep them chilled.

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19th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Marble

French Grape Harvesting Basket
French Grape Harvesting Basket

French Grape Harvesting Basket

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H 23.43 in W 22.84 in D 16.93 in

French Grape Harvesting Basket

Located in Buisson, FR

This metal container would have been worn on the back of the vineyard worker as they picked grapes, throwing them over their shoulders.

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Iron

Antique French Grape Harvesting Hods
Antique French Grape Harvesting Hods

Antique French Grape Harvesting Hods

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H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 20.87 in

Antique French Grape Harvesting Hods

Located in Cirencester, GB

Sourced in South West France these vintage metal containers would have been worn on the backs of the vineyard workers as they picked grapes.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Metal Containers

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Metal

19th Century Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte
19th Century Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte

19th Century Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte

Located in Dallas, TX

This colorful French metal container is known as an hotte. They were used for grape collecting in vineyards all over France during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Motoring Picnic Case, circa 1910
Motoring Picnic Case, circa 1910

Motoring Picnic Case, circa 1910

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H 6.88 in W 24.5 in D 15.38 in

Motoring Picnic Case, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

This ensemble also includes various glass and metal containers. Everything is neatly organised within a robust box, adorned with leather trim, a painted canvas covering and brass fi...

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1910s European Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Painted French Blue Grape Hotte, “Chateau Doisy-Vedrines Sauternes”
Painted French Blue Grape Hotte, “Chateau Doisy-Vedrines Sauternes”

Painted French Blue Grape Hotte, “Chateau Doisy-Vedrines Sauternes”

Located in Dallas, TX

This colorful French container is known as a hotte. The metal container has been painted a light blue and gently washed with white.

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Early 1900s French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wicker Picnic Basket, Four Person Picnic Set
Vintage Wicker Picnic Basket, Four Person Picnic Set

Vintage Wicker Picnic Basket, Four Person Picnic Set

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H 8.67 in W 23.63 in D 14.18 in

Vintage Wicker Picnic Basket, Four Person Picnic Set

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

The set contains the following: 1 copper kettle with spirit burner 4 knives and forks 4 tea spoons 4 8' round enameled plates 2 all metal containers 1 'Coracle' stoneware conta...

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1910s English Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Wicker

Signed Walnut Closet, circa 1900
Signed Walnut Closet, circa 1900

Signed Walnut Closet, circa 1900

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H 83.08 in W 42.52 in D 15.56 in

Signed Walnut Closet, circa 1900

Located in Opole, PL

Furthermore, the base hides a drawer with metal containers for umbrellas. Presented closet has not undergone renovation and in good condition.

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Early 1900s British Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch, Thermos Co. Seven Person Picnic Set C.1920
Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch, Thermos Co. Seven Person Picnic Set C.1920

Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch, Thermos Co. Seven Person Picnic Set C.1920

By Abercrombie & Fitch, The American Thermos Bottle Company

Located in San Francisco, CA

Includes 3 enamel and metal containers stamped Abercrombie and Fitch, 7 enamel mugs, salt and pepper shakers, 7 enamel plates, 7 sets of silver and nickel flatware, 2 large thermos w...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Metal Containers

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Silver, Brass, Enamel, Stainless Steel, Nickel

Eastern barrel-shaped container. Porcelain, metal. China 19th century.
Eastern barrel-shaped container. Porcelain, metal. China 19th century.

Eastern barrel-shaped container. Porcelain, metal. China 19th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Eastern barrel-shaped container. Porcelain, metal. China 19th century. With marks on the base.

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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Other

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Container With Lid
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Container With Lid

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Container With Lid

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze lidded canister, tea caddy, or humidor cigar box with verdigris green patina By Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, Early 20th Cen...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900
Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900

Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900

Located in Dallas, TX

This French metal container is known as an hotte. Hottes were used during the 19th and early 20th centuries for collecting grapes in vineyards.

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Early 1900s French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900
Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900

Antique Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte, C. 1900

Located in Dallas, TX

This French metal container is known as an hotte. Hottes were used during the 19th and early 20th centuries for collecting grapes in vineyards.

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Early 1900s French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Antique Black and Gold Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte
Antique Black and Gold Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte

Antique Black and Gold Painted Chateauneuf Du Pape Grape Harvesting Hotte

Located in Dallas, TX

This French metal container is known as an hotte. Hottes were used during the 19th and early 20th centuries for collecting grapes in vineyards.

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Early 1900s French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

EARLY 19THC IRON & METAL ORIGINAL PAINTED COAL CONTAINER
EARLY 19THC IRON & METAL ORIGINAL PAINTED COAL CONTAINER

EARLY 19THC IRON & METAL ORIGINAL PAINTED COAL CONTAINER

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC HAND MADE AND HAND FORGED COAL BUCKET FROM PENNSYLVANIA IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINTED SURFACE. THIS BUCKET W/LID AND HANDLE IS IN GREAT CONDITION AND SURFACE.

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19th Century American Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Iron

Early 20th C. Six Person Picnic Set C.1920
Early 20th C. Six Person Picnic Set C.1920

Early 20th C. Six Person Picnic Set C.1920

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H 18.5 in W 16.5 in D 9 in

Early 20th C. Six Person Picnic Set C.1920

By The American Thermos Bottle Company

Located in San Francisco, CA

Includes 2 stainless steel containers with leather straps, small metal container, 7 cups, glass and stainless steel salt and pepper shakers, 5 enamel plates (missing one plate), 6 se...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Silver, Brass, Enamel, Stainless Steel, Nickel

17th Century Italian Walnut Warmer Brazier Renaissance Style Walnut Box
17th Century Italian Walnut Warmer Brazier Renaissance Style Walnut Box

17th Century Italian Walnut Warmer Brazier Renaissance Style Walnut Box

Located in Milano, MI

Early 17th century hand carved walnut foot warmer of Northern Italian origin, it looks like an antique box but features a metal container inside, and it was commonly used in Italian ...

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Mid-17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Spanish Iron Container
19th Century Spanish Iron Container

19th Century Spanish Iron Container

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming later 19th century Spanish lidded container in painted iron. A terrific accent piece.

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19th Century Spanish Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

English 19th Century Storage Container
English 19th Century Storage Container

English 19th Century Storage Container

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H 45.25 in W 53.25 in D 23.13 in

English 19th Century Storage Container

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This substantial piece was purchased from a corn merchant and once used for seed & corn storage. Constructed of sturdy pine and reinforced with metal at the joinery, the patina is ou...

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19th Century English Rustic Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

English 19th Century Storage Container
English 19th Century Storage Container

English 19th Century Storage Container

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H 45.25 in W 53.25 in D 23.13 in

English 19th Century Storage Container

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This substantial piece was purchased from a corn merchant and once used for seed & corn storage. Constructed of sturdy pine and reinforced with metal at the joinery, the patina is ou...

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19th Century English Rustic Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

18th Century Grain Measure Container
18th Century Grain Measure Container

18th Century Grain Measure Container

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H 6.25 in Dm 14.25 in

18th Century Grain Measure Container

Located in Houston, TX

18th century grain measure container with metal supports and a metal handle.

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18th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Iron

Antique Belgian Cast Iron Milk Container, circa 1920s
Antique Belgian Cast Iron Milk Container, circa 1920s

Antique Belgian Cast Iron Milk Container, circa 1920s

Located in Dallas, TX

When dairy farmers traveled to the market, they would use large metal jugs, such as this cast iron milk container, to sell milk to local customers.

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1920s Belgian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid 19th Century Rustic Swedish Pine Storage Container
Mid 19th Century Rustic Swedish Pine Storage Container

Mid 19th Century Rustic Swedish Pine Storage Container

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container circa 1860. Very nice rare item to find intact.

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container
Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container

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H 11.75 in W 10.75 in D 10.75 in

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century rustic swedish pine storage container circa 1860. Very nice rare item to find intact. 

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

18th Century Tommaso Realfonso Still Life Flower Vase Oil on Canvas Red White
18th Century Tommaso Realfonso Still Life Flower Vase Oil on Canvas Red White

18th Century Tommaso Realfonso Still Life Flower Vase Oil on Canvas Red White

Located in Sanremo, IT

In this vase of flowers the luxuriance of the florid and intricate bouquet, full of baroque taste, is coupled with an expository severity, based on their pyramidal grouping and accen...

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Early 18th Century Italian School Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sterling Silver Bougie Box, Antique George III
Sterling Silver Bougie Box, Antique George III

Sterling Silver Bougie Box, Antique George III

By Aaron Lestourgeon

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A bougie box was developed in England from the middle of the 18th century, allowing the luxury of a portable wax jack. The solid metal container was used to protect and allow control...

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1770s British George III Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early to Mid-1900s Plaster Putti Wine Sculpture/Container from France
Early to Mid-1900s Plaster Putti Wine Sculpture/Container from France

Early to Mid-1900s Plaster Putti Wine Sculpture/Container from France

Located in Dallas, TX

From France, this charming metal over plaster container is depict two putti working hard at draining a large barrel of wine.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand
19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand

19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Use this antique milk can as an umbrella stand by your front door! Crafted in France, circa 1880, the tall copper-plated container with the original attached lid and handle is in exc...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Copper

19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand
19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand

19th Century French Patinated Copper-Plated Milk Container or Umbrella Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Use this beautiful antique milk can as an umbrella Stand by your front door! Crafted in France, circa 1880, the tall copper plated container featuring the number 141 has the original...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Copper

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique
Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand-sculpted architectural element garden design. You can see the metal hand forged pieces. Some designers turned similar pieces into fire pit.

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17th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Stone, Metal

19th Century French Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Removable Lid
19th Century French Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Removable Lid

19th Century French Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Removable Lid

Located in Dallas, TX

Use this beautiful antique milk can as an umbrella stand by your front door. Crafted in France circa 1880, the tall copper container has side handles and its original removable top. ...

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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Copper

Antique French Faience Wall Mounted Water Container By Creil Et Montereau
Antique French Faience Wall Mounted Water Container By Creil Et Montereau

Antique French Faience Wall Mounted Water Container By Creil Et Montereau

By Creil et Montereau

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE LAVABO Made from white glazed earthenware in the form of a woven basket with a decorative metal tap. Originally designed to hold water or other liquids which could then be ...

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19th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid
19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid

19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in Belgium circa 1880, the tall metal and copper container has side handles and its original removable lid.

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Late 19th Century Belgian Country Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Copper

19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid
19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid

19th Century Belgium Polished Copper Plated Milk Container with Handles and Lid

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in Belgium circa 1880, the tall metal and copper container has side handles and its original removable lid.

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Late 19th Century Belgian Country Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal, Copper

Pair Of Large Vintage Galvanised Storage Bin Containers, Indian, Early 20th C.
Pair Of Large Vintage Galvanised Storage Bin Containers, Indian, Early 20th C.

Pair Of Large Vintage Galvanised Storage Bin Containers, Indian, Early 20th C.

Located in Bristol, GB

VINTAGE STORAGE BINS Originating from Northern India, these would have originally been made to store grain such as rice or pulses. Made from galvanised metal painted in typical Ind...

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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

End XIX Century Brass and Glass Hourglass Antique Time Measuring Instrument
End XIX Century Brass and Glass Hourglass Antique Time Measuring Instrument

End XIX Century Brass and Glass Hourglass Antique Time Measuring Instrument

Located in Milan, IT

Another version consisted of a metal container with a hole in the bottom which, placed to float in a larger container, sank in a given time.

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1890s Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Glass

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Tub Planter Firepit Trough Antique LA
Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Tub Planter Firepit Trough Antique LA

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Tub Planter Firepit Trough Antique LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite 17th 18th century water fountain basin of hand carved stone. This trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a carved stone fountain head, we have many options...

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Late 17th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal

Horse Trough Hand Carved Stone Container Sink Antiques Garden Los Angeles CA LA
Horse Trough Hand Carved Stone Container Sink Antiques Garden Los Angeles CA LA

Horse Trough Hand Carved Stone Container Sink Antiques Garden Los Angeles CA LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

17th century water fountain Horse trough Basin Of Hand Carved Stone. This double trough could be installed with simple bronze spout (as you see in the example) or a carved stone foun...

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17th Century French Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Stone, Metal

Vintage J.S. Ivins Son Inc. Malted Milk Biscuits Round Glass Lid Tin Container
Vintage J.S. Ivins Son Inc. Malted Milk Biscuits Round Glass Lid Tin Container

Vintage J.S. Ivins Son Inc. Malted Milk Biscuits Round Glass Lid Tin Container

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage J.S. Ivins Son Inc. Malted Milk Biscuits Round Glass Lid Tin Container. Circa Early to Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 5.75" H x 12.5" Diameter.

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Early 20th Century American Classical Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

Pair of vases with bases with elephant heads. Bronze, wood, etc. 19th c. etc.
Pair of vases with bases with elephant heads. Bronze, wood, etc. 19th c. etc.

Pair of vases with bases with elephant heads. Bronze, wood, etc. 19th c. etc.

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of patinated bronze vases made up of several pieces, raised on three curved legs and decorated on the outside with reliefs of animals and mythological beasts, enhanced with gold...

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19th Century Asian Other Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Bronze, Other

Powder Horn, Horn, Metal, Etc., Spain, 1847
Powder Horn, Horn, Metal, Etc., Spain, 1847

Powder Horn, Horn, Metal, Etc., Spain, 1847

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H 2.56 in W 11.42 in D 2.37 in

Powder Horn, Horn, Metal, Etc., Spain, 1847

Located in Madrid, ES

Dusting carved horn, metal, cord, Spain, 1847. Container to store gunpowder formed from an animal Horn (very possibly cattle) carved in stripes combining geometric elements of great...

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1840s Spanish Neoclassical Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Other

Pair of French Grape Buckets with Metal Banding and Handles, Early 20th Century
Pair of French Grape Buckets with Metal Banding and Handles, Early 20th Century

Pair of French Grape Buckets with Metal Banding and Handles, Early 20th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

The oval buckets make excellent planters or firewood containers, banded in metal and having carrying handles, with white paint stenciled vineyard markings.

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Early 20th Century Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Wood

3 Antique 1920s Fish Bowl Candy Jars Kitchen Apothecary Hoosier Canister Scoop
3 Antique 1920s Fish Bowl Candy Jars Kitchen Apothecary Hoosier Canister Scoop

3 Antique 1920s Fish Bowl Candy Jars Kitchen Apothecary Hoosier Canister Scoop

Located in Dayton, OH

Set of three rare antique 1920’s clear glass fish bowl shaped candy containers with metal lids and three vintage West German scoops.   

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1920s Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Carved Wood Inkwell Dog
French 19th Century Carved Wood Inkwell Dog

French 19th Century Carved Wood Inkwell Dog

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H 4.75 in W 8.5 in D 3 in

French 19th Century Carved Wood Inkwell Dog

Located in New York, NY

This is a one of a kind inkwell with its original glass container and metal cover.

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Late 19th Century French Revival Antique Metal Containers

Materials

Metal

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Antique Metal Containers For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique metal containers available for sale. Frequently made of metal, copper and wood, all antique metal containers available were constructed with great care. Antique metal containers 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 metal containers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Industrial and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs.

How Much are Antique Metal Containers?

Prices for antique metal containers start at $200 and top out at $27,000 with the average selling for $763.