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Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock
By Jean-Baptiste Albert Baillon III
Located in Palm Beach, FL
base with well articulated architects tools, including a lead ball globe, drafting ruler, compass and
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Clocks

Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock
Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock
$6,250
H 10.375 in W 6.125 in D 3.75 in
Vintage Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Tools, Lotter, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage technical drawing set. A German, silver nickel set of architect or cartographer's
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Mid-20th Century German More Desk Accessories

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Nickel

George III Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Inset Architect Desk or Lectern
Located in Germantown, MD
George III Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Inset Architect Desk or Lectern with brass gallery
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Late 20th Century American George III Desks

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Brass

English Antique Adjustable Architect’s Writing Drafting Desk Table circa 1870
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ADJUSTABLE ARCHITECT’S STAND WITH GILT-TOOLED LEATHER TOP, CONVERTING TO A WRITING TABLE English
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Elm, Oak, Pine

Quality Antique Drawing Instrument Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a quality antique drawing instrument set. A German, architect's or cartographer's tool case
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Early 20th Century German More Desk Accessories

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Nickel

Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
different fabrics. Our perception of space is influenced by Perspective and its accuracy is a primary tool
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
$9,924 / set
H 37.8 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in
Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
different fabrics. Our perception of space is influenced by Perspective and its accuracy is a primary tool
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Set of 4 Perspective Dining Chair by InsidherLand
$9,959 / set
H 37.8 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in
Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890
Located in Langweer, NL
served as reference tools for architects, artists, and decorators in Europe during the 19th century
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Antique Late 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890
Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890
$140 Sale Price
20% Off
H 16.34 in W 11.42 in D 0.02 in

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Sterling Silver Architect's Drawing Tools
Located in North Egremont, MA
A matching ruler and drawing triangle in sterling silver. Ruler measures 15 centimeters and triangle measures 11 centimeters. Stamped .925 with additional touchmark. Continental, cir...
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Vintage 1930s European More Desk Accessories

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
cm x 1.5 cm (16.34 inches x 1.18 inches x 0.59 inches) Historical Use: A precision tool used by
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Antiquities

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Iron

Pair of Masonic Order Plaques Shaped like Classical Columns English circa 1910
Located in Houston, TX
features a compass spread to its full width laid over an inverted square rule. These tools from the
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Architect's Drawing Tools, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, celluloid and brass drawing tools, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Delightfully presented
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Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Nickel

Rossbach Pantograph Tool Set Artist Drawing Architect Drafting, Germany 1960s
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Drafting Tools Vintage Rossbach Pantograph Artist Drawing Architecture Drafting Tool Set Germany
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Steel

Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'
Located in Madrid, ES
, books, sculptor and architect's tools, spyglass, Ionic capital, musical instrument, etc.) , and an orb
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Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Freemason Civil War Era Pennant Flag, Hand-Cut and Sewn, 1859-1865
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
the architect’s tools joined together with a “G” at the center. The 1866 Duncan's Masonic Ritual and
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Antique 1860s American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric

Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman, AG Thornton, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cartographer's set. An English, silver nickel architect's or draughtsman's case
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Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Nickel

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Top Architect's Style Desk
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century English mahogany and leather top architect's style desk with inset tooled leather
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
By Joe Colombo
Located in Vienna, AT
it as well, making it a perfect tool for architects, designers or artists. Body trolley is now
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
H 29.14 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Three-Bay Boby Cart by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast
By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1969, the Boby Cart by Joe Colombo was originally conceived as an organizational tool
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Two-Bay Boby Cart by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast
By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1969, the Boby Cart by Joe Colombo was originally conceived as an organizational tool
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Antique Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman Tool Case, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a superb antique cartographer's set with a comprehensive selection of tools for the architect
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Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Nickel

Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
By Joe Colombo
Located in Vienna, AT
it as well, making it a perfect tool for architects, designers or artists. Body trolley is now
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
Joe Colombo Boby Mobile Office Organizer B33
H 29.14 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
19th Century French Plaster Sculpture Chateau Castle Model
By French House & Garden
Located in Valladolid, ES
communication and study tool, since the architect, as well as the owner-promoters, can thus get a true idea of
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Antique 1890s French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Architect Custom Design Stainless Steel and Chrome Log Holder circa 1970s
Located in Easton, PA
architect for a client in the 1970's. En suite with matching andirons (see photos) available together or
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Vintage 1970s American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

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1 BANGA space age micro architecture prefab house bungalow by Carlo Zappa, 1971
By Carlo Zappa
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
here we offer one of 2 bangas, with black interior. the second one with light grey interior is offered in another listing. a banga shows ways in which we could live more sustainably...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Architectural Elements

Materials

Fiberglass

Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1990
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
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Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Armchairs

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Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer

Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
$33,950 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Bleached Walnut Marquise Bergère Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style bleached walnut marquise bergère chair from the 19th century, with slanted rectangular back, petite carved finials, scrolling knuckles on the arms, fluted le...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

French Pair of Louis XVI Style Marquise Bergere Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French pair of Louis XVI style marquise bergère armchairs, gilt wood, 19th century. In the clean and classic Louis XVI style, the name Marquise is attributed due to their exceptiona...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

6 Pieces Salon, L. Jallot, France, Circa 1925
By Léon Jallot
Located in PARIS, FR
Charming Art Deco salon set including a marquise, a pair of armchairs, a pair of chairs and a stool. They are composed of a gondola-shaped backrest carved with flowers extending to f...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

6 Pieces Salon, L. Jallot, France, Circa 1925
6 Pieces Salon, L. Jallot, France, Circa 1925
$3,946 Sale Price / set
68% Off
H 35.44 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Desk features: Walnut roll top (4) action drawers Ebonized black side pane...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Antique American Empire Pedestal Console, Card / Games Table in Flame Mahogany
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique American Empire fold-up console table, card / games table in West Indies flame Mahogany with pedestal and storage area on original wheels. Measures 34" in width x 34" in dept...
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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Empire Game Tables

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Hardwood, Mahogany

A corner sofa by J.M. Middelraad for H. Pander & Zn, circa 1900, The Netherlands
By H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Delft, NL
A corner sofa by J.M. Middelraad for H. Pander & Zn A corner sofa with fabric upholstery. The beautiful hand-carved details in Art Nouveau patterns and dragonflies, as well as on th...
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Sofas

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Fabric, Palmwood

Pair of Mid-20th Century Restored Bent Rattan Lounge Chairs Tropical Upholstery
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A vibrant pair of Mid-20th Century bent rattan lounge chairs, fully restored and refinished to highlight their curvaceous, organic frames. The rattan has been cleaned, repaired, and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Toshiyuki Kita "Dodo" Reclining Lounge Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Toshiyuki Kita
Located in Highland, IN
Winner of the 1999 Good Design Award, the "Dodo" chair by Toshiyuki Kita is a dynamic chair with swivel & recline features as well as a retractable footrest. This allows versatile f...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Long chandelier in patinated brass with globes and plates in Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin
Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin
$14,798 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
Set of 2 Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Guggerli L3 Floor Lamp for Baltensweiler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare floor lamps from the Swiss manufacturer Baltensweiler designed by Rosemarie and Rico Baltensweiler in the 60s. The design of the Guggerli lamps is very simple. The glass s...
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece Cloverleaf Sofa in dark green 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat. Seats 5 people in a very interesti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Japanese 19th Century Miniature Lacquer Chest with Waterfall
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese 19th century miniature lacquer chest with waterfall. Late Edo to early Meiji period lacquer chest (mid to late 19th century) with two characters on the front reading Nuno an...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

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Gold, Silver, Bronze

Pair of French Louis XVI Marquise Chairs, Scrolling Arms, Linen Upholstery, 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XVI style painted wood marquise chairs from circa 1920 with scrolling arms, fluted legs, carved rosettes and new custom upholstery. This elegant pair of French...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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Architect Tools For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of architect tools is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique architect tools was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and stone. We have 70 antique and vintage architect tools in-stock, while there are 114 modern editions to choose from as well. Architect tools have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Architect tools made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many architect tools are appealing in their simplicity, but Alessandro Mendini, Superego Editions and Renzo Buttazzo produced popular architect tools that are worth a look.

How Much are Architect Tools?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,800, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $88,500 highest priced.