Antique Staples

Cotton bobbin lace inserts on the shoulders and bottom of the skirt. Stapled back and dress fully lined in cream taffeta and chiffon (minor damage to taffeta).

A Dan Mask Wood, Old ‘metal’ staple repair West Africa - Côte d’Ivoire 19th / early 20th Century - circa 1900 Size: 22cm high, 13cm wide - 8⅔ ins high, 5¼ ins wide Provenance...

The condition is good other than the crackled handle fixed by metal staples, indicating historic repair work making it a perfect piece of history to be admired as decorative piece of...

The popularity of the style was rooted in its high quality and relative affordability compared to earlier custom-armorial services, making it a staple of refined dining rooms. The de...

An XL terracotta vessel from the town of Calanda, Spain Heavily, heavily patinated due to years of use with multiple old staple repairs. Originally used for the storage/transportat...

& Co Pattern: Devon Roses Material: Fine porcelain or earthenware Features: Hand-painted roses, scalloped form, gilded accents, and raised feet Dimensions: Approximately 17 inche...

This is a very versatile piece and jewelry staple that can add a variety of looks to your jewelry stack.

Weathered from years of use, the fish has been lovingly mended with iron staples and metal repairs. Displayed on a custom steel mount as a storied artifact.

This focal motif sits proud atop a bright white old cut diamond set crescent; a staple of Victorian design. The brooch is crafted from a combination of 18ct gold and silver, with the...

Pieces of this nature are often admired for their graceful proportions and understated sophistication, making them a staple of antique jewelry collections. Images do not always refl...

The seat includes a simple foam cushion covered in muslin with exposed staples, providing a base for reupholstery at the buyer’s discretion.

The rose gold is a particularly rich pink color, not often accomplished in today's modern jewels. 15 pearls and 28 turquoises are set into this bangle which was surely a staple in an...

Lead filled base for stability and an old repair to both bases, large staples holding the wood in place, see pics. These were refinished some time ago.

All leather is that is cracked is staple. Wood worm exit holes lower front panel which is indicator of age in furniture.

Issued in Zenker’s Merkantilische Waarenkunde, the plate documents a staple food plant central to regional economies rather than European consumption.

Distinguished by their large-scale geometric medallions, their luminous palette of soft golds, ivory, and terracotta, and the extraordinary quality of their long-staple Anatolian woo...

This piece would have been a staple in homes during the late 19th century, providing both light and a touch of sophistication.

Originally intended for storing or pouring water, oil, or wine, vessels like this were staples of everyday life throughout Mediterranean and European regions.

Candlesticks like these were staples of formal interiors, used to dress console tables, mantelpieces, and dining settings, where candlelight played a central role in setting the mood.

The repairs incorporate copper plates, tin sheets, and iron staples, each aging at a different pace. The warm tones of copper, the muted gray of tin, and the darkened surface of iron...

Gold beads have been a “put them on and go” staple since the Victorian era. And antique gold beads are even more stylish… they lend authenticity to modern fashion.

It became popular immediately upon publication and has remained a staple in English-speaking Protestant churches, state funerals, and remembrance services for over 300 years.

The Harcourt 1841 collection has also been a staple of French power, selected since the age of Napoleon III to its contemporary use in the Palais de l’Elysée.

As to condition, this is generally good the silver-plate is worn on some, and one (a green one) has been repaired with staples, this is very much a lost art nowadays but very interes...

Rich with character, the tray is finished with crackled dark brown lacquer, antique iron corner staples and a smooth, timeworn patina. For added dimension, we’ve added rose-tinted mi...

At some point over the past century, a split to the wood was lovingly mended with additional iron staples in the spirit of "ju ci," the traditional Chinese art of repairing broken ce...

These globes, often 10-12 inches, featured engraved paper horizon rings with zodiacs, varied sizes (6" to 30"), and marked voyages, becoming a staple in American education and parlors.

While originally born from a lack of flour, these dishes became so popular that they remained a staple of the English "hunt country" aesthetic long after the blockades were lifted.

Flowers, plants and animals became a staple of Stella’s visual vocabulary. The many drawings he executed vary in their level of finish.

The reeded bun feet are a Gillows staple and smaller versions of this what not design, with the firm’s stamp, have appeared on the art market on multiple occasions and also feature i...

The bustier is lined with cream silk pongee stapled on the side. The fabrics are structurally in very good condition, with several sequins missing.

Extensive early restorations with wire staples. Weight: 2 ½ lb less

Hand knotted originating from India between 1880-1890, this antique Amritsar wool rug enjoys a distinguished marriage of classic oriental elements with European influences, notable i...

This large heavy cast iron bench was a staple for any important formal Victorian garden.

Published in Zenker’s Merkantilische Waarenkunde, the plate reflects the inclusion of both staple and luxury food crops within the framework of economic botany.

Brie was renowned for its dairy production, most notably the celebrated Brie de Meaux, long regarded as the “King of Cheeses” and a staple of elite dining. To the east, the land tran...

Measurements: Width: 19 inches (48.3 cm) Depth: 16 inches (40.6 cm) Height: 2 inches (5.1 cm) Historical context By the early 1800s, blue-and-white “Canton” ware had become a stapl...

The interior shows a beautifully weathered finish, bearing the marks of time and authentic use that enhance its rustic appeal. Once a staple in farmhouse kitchens, this piece now ser...

Pair Antique French Carved Gold Giltwood Needlework Embroidery Fire Screens French, Late 19th Century Height 114cm, width 42cm, depth 37cm Originating in France during the late 1800...

The sides of the bracelet have openings on each link, allowing light to shine through the stones, with decorative milgrain work detailing the sides of the links. A gorgeous jewelry s...

The seats currently have simple muslin upholstery that has been tacked and stapled in place, making them ready for reupholstery at the buyer’s discretion.

The wool used is exceptionally long-staple and rich in lanolin, which gives the tribal area rug a lustrous, shimmering quality.

The factory exhibited internationally and exported extensively to Europe and the United States, where its elegant figures became staples of sophisticated interiors. Today, early twe...

The inclusion of chestnut reflects its role as a staple crop rather than a luxury good, offering insight into everyday agricultural life of the early 19th century.

As part of Zenker’s Merkantilische Waarenkunde, the image documents a commodity that played a decisive role in shaping early modern exploration, colonial expansion, and international...

The bodice closes in front on a modestie of lace (not included in this sale) by three tabs stapled in the visual way of an 18th century stomacher.

Heller's designs were staples of hardware stores, factories, and workshops nationwide, built to endure decades of heavy use while maintaining a refined aesthetic.

The bureau bookcase was a staple of any fine library or study, it you know your Georgian paintings you will see many a great man toiling away at one of these This piece is quite spe...

Old repairs visible along the top and exposed nail/staple along the back all add to the aged character.

Remark: "Chandelier earrings were a staple of Deco period jewelers. Often found (Antique) Jade objets from China were incorporated into the jewelry.

All pieces are attached to the frame with large staples or wire and include a small thumbtacked note below to explain what each of the pieces are. 25.75" W x 21.5" H Please refer t...

The wool is exceptionally long-staple and rich in natural lanolin, giving the antique Central Asian area rug a “mirror-like” sheen.

Victorian burr walnut loo table The oval top of this table features fantastic burr walnut timbers and a burr walnut frieze The quatrefoil base having carved shaped legs and a carved ...

At the bottom center, there is a small, stylized human mask or "mascaron," which was a staple of Baroque decorative arts. Foliage: The corners are filled with lush fruit and floral ...

The seats are upholstered in a newer linen fabric, tacked down with exposed nails and staples for an informal, deconstructed appearance.

Rice was, and remains, one of the most important staple crops in the world, underpinning the economies and daily sustenance of vast regions across Asia and beyond.

It is a very handsome piece standing on a very smart reeded tapered leg and has been restored using horse tail filling and fully hand tacked (no staples). This really is a particula...

Weavers utilized local madder root—a botanical staple of the Maghreb—to produce a spectrum of reds, often softening them with henna or pomegranate skins to reach this specific, sun-d...

Consequently, Chinese campaign chests became a defining staple of the China Trade and a lasting testament to the fusion of Chinese and Western furniture design.

Unlike the thinner, urban rugs of Persia, this antique tribal Caucasian Kazak rug was built for warmth and durability, offering a luxurious, tactile presence underfoot. The wool is l...