Antique Novelty

When the postwar market for these products collapsed, Fulper pivoted to producing ceramic novelties, hiring Anne Fish in the early 1920s to contribute her distinctive, expressive des...

He worked within a tradition that valued mood and observation over novelty or stylistic display. His works were widely exhibited in his lifetime, and he received recognition from ins...

A fantastic example of the Victorian trend for novelty items of silver glassware. This is beautifully simple, yet wonderfully effective piece of design.

Simply a wonderful gift item for the collector of silver and silver plated figural and novelty items from the Victorian era. Dimensions: 6" high x 4" deep x 2 1/4" wide Provenanc...

Found in upper NY Syroco, short for Syracuse Ornamental Company, was known for creating decorative items and novelty goods, particularly famous for their wood-composite pieces and...

Foundries quickly produced commemorative wares—from Staffordshire figures to cast iron novelties—making this piece both decorative and historically resonant.

The model is listed as a novelty in Böhlmarks Elektrisk Belysningsarmatur, Nyheter 1926, Pl. 89.

The company was well known for its novelties in silver and supplied retail establishments such as Asprey & Co.

This eccentric yet handsome piece blends novelty design with function and would likely have adorned a gentleman’s dressing table or sportsman's interior.

His workshops produced elegant little pieces of furniture in rosewood and thuja and novelties with bronze and porcelain embellishments (see “Les ébénistes du XIXème siècle”,D.

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian novelty 18ct gold brooch/pendant made c.1890. The brooch features a very intricate yet well crafted design of a buckle set wi...

This superb small Black Forest hand-carved lime wood novelty match holder features a standing gnome wearing a tall peaked hat, tunic, and long beard.

A rare and delightful late 19th-century gilt-brass vesta case with hand-painted enamel scenes, in the tradition of playful Continental "novelty" smoking accessories. The exterior li...

An Edwardian English silver novelty pin cushion in the shape of a shoe made by Adie & Lovekin Ltd of Birmingham in 1907.

Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all nations in London in 1851.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English cast sterling silver pill box modelled in the form of a cow; an addition to our ornamental novelty silverware collection...

Condition This antique novelty condiment set in sterling silver is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in an exceptional condition.

Smith & Smith specialized in cigar and jewelry boxes as well as other men’s novelty items. The inside is lined in a rich navy velvet (NEW; we replaced the original because it wa...

The interior of this novelty silver box bears the original gilding.

We have given the bracelet a light clean. the combined long chain hung with an extensive collection of silver bases and metal charms. many novelties, commemorative, some with enamel,...

A rare example of a novelty biscuit tin in the form of an elaborate crocodile skin and brass mounted satchel was produced by Peek Frean and Co of London circa 1900 who were biscuit m...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver wager cup; an addition to our diverse collection of novelty silverware. This exceptional and unusual an...

An Edwardian novelty silver pin cushion realistically modelled as a miniature duck, complete with red velvet cushion and base.

Favoured by collectors of novelty silver and hosts who value whimsical yet refined tableware, they add character to any curated dining setting.

Stamped ‘RUAUD’ and ‘B’ on the base, these novelty ceramics were designed to amuse while showcasing craftsmanship and creativity.

The artist rendered the vessels with careful attention to their characteristic rigging and curved hulls, emphasizing both the exotic novelty and seafaring expertise of the Javanese a...

A rare surviving example from the era with an early novelty print; it is wonderfully versatile and could effortlessly be dressed up or down.

A rare crossover artifact of early American motoring and fine silverwork, likely made as a novelty or advertising premium for a chauffeur or early automobile enthusiast

Microscope studies were a novelty in the 17th and 18th centuries, and the flea became one of the most iconic subjects for demonstration.

A rare jewel of both historical and collectible interest, this Model B pendant is a unique find for enthusiasts of early automobiles, Edwardian design, and finely crafted novelty jew...

This rectangular case combines utility with artistry, and is a particularly charming example of the enamelled silver novelties so popular among the sporting classes of late Victorian...

A rare and stunning novelty silver and glass pepperette modelled as a Dachshund by renowned silversmith Martin Mayer (German, 1888-1939) operating from Mainz, Germany and dating from...

Highly sought after by collectors, figural Bakelite brooches like this one were popular in the 1930s and 1940s, reflecting the era’s love for novelty accessories and bold personal st...

This whimsical 19th century novelty is both decorative and functional - an enchanting addition to any collection.

Blending utility with artistry, this antique toothpick holder is a delightful addition to any collection, particularly for enthusiasts of 19th century novelties or Napoleonic-themed ...

A fine and impressive pair of antique Edwardian English sterling silver shell peppers; an addition to our novelty silver cruets/condiments collection. These exceptional, fine and im...

Stylistically, the new designs still adhered to the Rococo; the novelty, however, was Linke's fusion of the Rococo with the liveliness and the fluidity of the 'Art Nouveau'.

Sz: 5 1/2"H x 6"D at base Weighs: 4.2 lbs A Renevey was a sculptor renown for Art Deco mascots such as a rare Venus Noire female dancer mascot and other novelty hood ornaments. St...

Details: Origin: United Kingdom, circa 1890 Material: Sterling silver with enamel Dimensions: Approx. 1.75 in H x 1.25 in W x 0.3 in D (4.4 x 3.2 x 0.8 cm) Hallmarks: Marked Con...

Early 20th Century set of six solid silver novelty miniature tankards, used as shots, The set of six tankards come in the original retail box.

Dimensions; H 4 1/4” W3” H 11 cm W 7.25 cm The case does appear to have some stitching replaced on the lid Also showing below a rare item which is available on my 1stdibs storef...

An exceptional example of turn-of-the-century novelty silverware, embodying both craftsmanship and humor.

The modeling, neither naïve nor over-refined, aligns with other Staffordshire salt-glaze animals produced before 1760, when finer engine-turned wares supplanted press-molded novelty ...

In the 19th century, the adoption of this form in decorative objects such as canes reflected both an interest in geometric novelty and a recognition of its esoteric symbolism.

In contrast to traditional timepieces, the hour and minute dials revolve completely while the indicator hand remains fixed, offering both visual novelty and technical refinement. Th...

Set horizontally with three iridescent Brazilian tortoise leaf beetles graduating in size from the centre in closed back claw settings, to a novelty beetle brooch featuring two ivy l...

An unusual and very rare pair Royal Doulton novelty figural bookends modeled as musicians dating from around 1920.

They produced luxurious furniture and art objects, incorporating onyx marble and bronze, with sometimes enamel, a combination then considered as a novelty and become quickly highly p...

The Austrian Mother of Pearl Sewing Box painted panel is firmly attributed to Balthasar Wigand (1770-1846) and the box to Karl Schmid who was a renowned manufacture of mother of pear...

Measures: Width: 6.3" (16 cm) Height: 7.87" (20 cm) Depth: 8.27" (21 cm) Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all nat...

Measures: Width: 6.69" (17 cm) Height: 9.84" (25 cm) Depth: 9.84" (25 cm) Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all na...

This piece is a superb example of Victorian novelty silver, prized by collectors for its humor, historic charm, and fine enameling.

The swept cylindrical body of this novelty silver straight trumpet is embellished with the original gilding to the lower portion representing the copper bell.

Dufy quickly established that those principles were acceptable; moreover, he was most impressed by one particular painting by Henri Matisse ( Luxury, Calm and Voluptuousness) which, ...

During the 1920s and 1930s, German porcelain manufacturers became known for producing highly detailed and expressive figural designs, particularly in the realm of novelty and charact...

Antique early 20th Century Victorian novelty silver plated table lighter. Made in the shape of a horses carriage, this table lighter features an area in the saloon to place your ciga...

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these examples of antique novelty silver. Dimensions Length from tip of paws to back 4.8cm/1.89' Width 3.8cm/1...

This factory supplied clear glassware, spheres, and novelty pieces bearing the Lorrain signature. Pierre Davesn began designing models in 1928.

They were manufacturers of silver novelties from 1880 onwards. These grape shears feature floral style handles, depicting flowers, made of 925/1000 sterling silver and German stainle...

The Wild Turkey, native to North America, was a symbol of interest and novelty in European ornithological works of the time and was admired for its impressive size and behavior.