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Art Nouveau Silver Brooches

Edgar Brandt Silver Brooch Art Nouveau
Edgar Brandt Silver Brooch Art Nouveau

Edgar Brandt Silver Brooch Art Nouveau

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Edgard Brandt, Rare art nouveau brooch. Blue heart-cut glass set in the middle. Foliage finely hammered with the mastery of Brandt's work on wrought iron. Signed Edgard Brandt. Note ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Silver

Bernhard Hertz Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Silver & Garnet Brooch
Bernhard Hertz Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Silver & Garnet Brooch

Bernhard Hertz Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Silver & Garnet Brooch

By Bernhard Hertz

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Period Jugend silver brooch set with a deep red garnet stone in cabochon. Large size with two sections attached with a hoop. Markings: 826, S, BH (Bernhard Hertz). Measurements: H: 5...

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Vintage 1910s Danish Jugendstil Collectible Jewelry

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Silver

Art Nouveau Brooch Depicting an Eagle Holding a Cultured Pearl, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Brooch Depicting an Eagle Holding a Cultured Pearl, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Brooch Depicting an Eagle Holding a Cultured Pearl, circa 1900

Located in NANTES, FR

**Art Nouveau Brooch Depicting an Eagle Holding a Cultured Pearl, circa 1900 – This silver brooch, bearing a hallmark, is typical of the Art Nouveau period around 1900.

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch #101 – “moonlight Grapes” Pattern
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch #101 – “moonlight Grapes” Pattern

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch #101 – “moonlight Grapes” Pattern

By Georg Jensen

Located in Bilzen, BE

Georg Jensen brooch, design 101, featuring the elegant “Moonlight Grapes” motif — a hallmark of early 20th-century Danish silver design.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Alfons /Alphonse Mucha brooch "Peacock's feather" No 16/1000 silver, chrysoprase
Alfons /Alphonse Mucha brooch "Peacock's feather" No 16/1000 silver, chrysoprase

Alfons /Alphonse Mucha brooch "Peacock's feather" No 16/1000 silver, chrysoprase

By Alphonse Mucha

Located in Stockholm, SE

A sterling silver brooch model "Peacock's feather" with Chrysoprase made by Jarmila Plocková (Muchas granddaughter) after a sketch by Alphonse Mucha.

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1990s Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Brooch with a Stylized Tulip Motif
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Brooch with a Stylized Tulip Motif

Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Brooch with a Stylized Tulip Motif

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique brooch is hallmarked by an unknown maker and presumed to have originated from Austria and date to approximately 1900 and done in a period Art Nouveau style.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

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Original Silver Brooch by Georg Jensen, 1909-1914
Original Silver Brooch by Georg Jensen, 1909-1914

Original Silver Brooch by Georg Jensen, 1909-1914

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H 1.19 in W 1.58 in D 0.4 in

Original Silver Brooch by Georg Jensen, 1909-1914

By Georg Jensen

Located in Amstelveen, NL

Elegant silver brooch modelled as a stylised flower with inlaid gemstones. There are two amber gems and three chrysoprase cabochons. Fine jewelry with the Maker's mark of Georg Jense...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Silver

Austrian Jugendstil Silver Brooch Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte 1912 Foliage
Austrian Jugendstil Silver Brooch Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte 1912 Foliage

Austrian Jugendstil Silver Brooch Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte 1912 Foliage

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Austrian Jugendstil silver brooch by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte model number S 2694 Foliage motif 1912 Josef Hoffmann, a member of the Vienna Secession, was both the co-foun...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Brooch in Gold and Silver with Rubies and Central Miniature Painting
Art Nouveau Brooch in Gold and Silver with Rubies and Central Miniature Painting

Art Nouveau Brooch in Gold and Silver with Rubies and Central Miniature Painting

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Elegant Art Nouveau oval brooch with gold and silver filigree embellished with eight red ribbons.

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Vintage 1910s Italian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique Georg Jensen Labradorite Brooch, Denmark, 1915-1927
Antique Georg Jensen Labradorite Brooch, Denmark, 1915-1927

Antique Georg Jensen Labradorite Brooch, Denmark, 1915-1927

By Georg Jensen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Antique Georg Jensen Labradorite brooch, Denmark 1915-27. Oval shape with cabochon labradorite, floral and leaf motifs Stamped Georg Jensen 1915-1927 mark, Importe de Danemark, desig...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Meyle and Mayer Art Nouveau Jugendstil Butterfly, circa 1900
Meyle and Mayer Art Nouveau Jugendstil Butterfly, circa 1900

Meyle and Mayer Art Nouveau Jugendstil Butterfly, circa 1900

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Wonderful Meyle and Mayer Art Nouveau Jugendstil butterfly brooch silver and enamel.

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Antique Late 19th Century Collectible Jewelry

Antique Art Nouveau Jewelry Cherub Angel Brooch Silver, 1890s Austria, Vienna
Antique Art Nouveau Jewelry Cherub Angel Brooch Silver, 1890s Austria, Vienna

Antique Art Nouveau Jewelry Cherub Angel Brooch Silver, 1890s Austria, Vienna

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This lovely stylish Cherub angel brooch was made for a loved one. Made in Vienna, Austria, circa 1890s or older. It is made of solid silver, not pounced or marked. It weights about 1...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Theodor Fahrner Art Nouveau Brooch 1927 Silver
Theodor Fahrner Art Nouveau Brooch 1927 Silver

Theodor Fahrner Art Nouveau Brooch 1927 Silver

By Theodor Fahrner

Located in Vienna, AT

At the World exhibition in Paris 1900, Theodor Fahrner celebrated his breakthrough by winning the Silver Medal for Jewelery. As the heir of his fathers jewelery factory Fahrner was o...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Brooch in Silver with Amber from 1910-1920
Art Nouveau Brooch in Silver with Amber from 1910-1920

Art Nouveau Brooch in Silver with Amber from 1910-1920

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Large Art Nouveau brooch in silver with amber from 1910-1920.

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Brooch in Sterling Silver and Enamel by Marius Hammer
Art Nouveau Brooch in Sterling Silver and Enamel by Marius Hammer

Art Nouveau Brooch in Sterling Silver and Enamel by Marius Hammer

By Marius Hammer

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Norwegian Art Nouveau sterling silver brooch with enamel by Marius Hammer.

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Enamel, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

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H 0.08 in W 1.19 in D 1.7 in

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver brooch #100B. With marks from 1933-1944. Measures 4.3 cm x 3 cm. Weighs 9.4 g / 0.33 oz Georg Jensen (1866-1935) opened his small silver atelier...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

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H 0.08 in W 1.26 in D 2.05 in

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver brooch #177B. Made with old marks. Measures 5.2 cm x 3.2 cm (2" x 1 1/4"). Weighs 16 g / 0.55 oz. Georg Jensen (1866-1935) opened his small silve...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Grape Brooch
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Grape Brooch

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Grape Brooch

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H 0.67 in W 1.58 in D 2.64 in

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Grape Brooch

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver grape brooch #217B. The brooch is in a good condition. Measures 6.7 cm (2 41/64"). 4 cm wide. Weighs 32 g / 1.15 oz.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Gemstones
Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Gemstones

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Gemstones

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H 0.28 in W 1.78 in D 2.64 in

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Gemstones

By Evald Nielsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

An early Evald Nielsen silver brooch with gemstones. The brooch and stones are in good condition. Measures 6.5 cm long, 4.5 cm wide og er i good stand. Weighs 13.4 g / 0.47 oz. ...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau More Furniture and Collectibles

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Silver

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Green Gemstones
Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Green Gemstones

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Green Gemstones

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H 0.16 in W 1.78 in D 2.64 in

Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Green Gemstones

By Evald Nielsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

An early Evald Nielsen silver brooch with green gemstones. The brooch is in good condition. Measures: 6.7 cm x 4.5 cm. Weighs: 16.9 g / 0.59 oz. Evald Nielsen (1879-1958) was ...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau More Furniture and Collectibles

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Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Brooch #213 with Swan
Georg Jensen Silver Brooch #213 with Swan

Georg Jensen Silver Brooch #213 with Swan

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H 1.19 in W 0.79 in D 1.19 in

Georg Jensen Silver Brooch #213 with Swan

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen silver brooch #213 with Swan. In 830 silver, from 1915-1927. Weight 7 grams (0.25 oz). Measures 3 x 2 cm (1 3/16" x 0 25/32").

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch #100B with Coral
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch #100B with Coral

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch #100B with Coral

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver tulip brooch #100B with coral. Measures: 4.5 cm L (1 49/64"). Weighs 9 grams (0.35 oz). From after 1945.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch with Amber and Green Stones
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch with Amber and Green Stones

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Brooch with Amber and Green Stones

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver brooch #13 with amber and green stones. From 1904-1914. Measures 5 cm x 3.9 cm (1 31/32" x 1 17/32"). Weighs 11 g / 0.35 oz. Georg Jensen (1866-1...

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Antique Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Fish Brooch with Moonstone
Early 20th Century Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Fish Brooch with Moonstone

Early 20th Century Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Fish Brooch with Moonstone

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Early 20th century Georg Jensen sterling silver fish brooch #10 with moonstone. Measures 3.2 cm (1 17/64"). Weighs 7 g / 0.25 oz. Georg Jensen (1866-1935) opened his small si...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Wiener Werkstätte Josef Hoffmann Enameled Heart Brooch, circa 1910
Wiener Werkstätte Josef Hoffmann Enameled Heart Brooch, circa 1910

Wiener Werkstätte Josef Hoffmann Enameled Heart Brooch, circa 1910

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Enameled works were a speciality of the Viennese craftsmen ca. 1900. This art form was very trendy at that time and it was very hard to execute this craftmanship. The pictures were c...

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Brass, Enamel

Wiener Werkstätte Koloman Moser Necklace with Enameled "Mouse" Brooch
Wiener Werkstätte Koloman Moser Necklace with Enameled "Mouse" Brooch

Wiener Werkstätte Koloman Moser Necklace with Enameled "Mouse" Brooch

By Koloman Moser

Located in Vienna, AT

Enameled works were a speciality of the Wiener Werkstaette. This art form was very trendy at that time and it was very hard to execute this craftmanship. The pictures were created by...

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

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Brass, Enamel

Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte Enamelled Blue Brooch, "Leaves"
Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte Enamelled Blue Brooch, "Leaves"

Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte Enamelled Blue Brooch, "Leaves"

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Enameled works were a speciality of the Wiener Werkstaette. This art form was very trendy at that time and it was very hard to execute this craftmanship. The pictures were created by...

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Copper, Enamel

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By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Deco lamp circa 1925. Wrought iron base decorated with algae and spirals. Stamped E. Brandt alabaster top. Electrified, in perfect condition. Height: 48 cm Shell diameter: 20...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Wrought Iron

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By Edgar Brandt

Located in Bridgewater, CT

Edgar Brandt. French Art Deco floor lamp on a wrought iron base, with mottled orange glass shade by Daum, 1920s. Measures: H 67.7 in.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model

$2,564

H 13 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art deco lamp circa 1925. Wrought iron base, sphere model. Alabaster tulip. Electrified, B22 socket, bayonet LED bulb. In perfect condition. Height: 33cm Width: 9 cm Depth: 9cm Weig...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Wrought Iron

Edgar Brandt Element Decorative Wrought Iron Snake Art Deco
Edgar Brandt Element Decorative Wrought Iron Snake Art Deco

Edgar Brandt Element Decorative Wrought Iron Snake Art Deco

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Edgar Brandt Serpent art deco. in wrought iron. Remarkable work of hammering of the wrought iron for this decorative snake dating from the years 1925. Stamped at the end of the tail...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Edgar Brandt & Daum Art Deco Table Lamps
Pair of Edgar Brandt & Daum Art Deco Table Lamps

Pair of Edgar Brandt & Daum Art Deco Table Lamps

$19,000 / set

H 11 in W 5 in D 5 in

Pair of Edgar Brandt & Daum Art Deco Table Lamps

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Bridgewater, CT

Edgar Brandt & Daum Nancy French Art Deco pair of table lamps, with pierced spherical wrought iron bases and decorated with garland of mistletoe. Marbelized glass shades with or...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron Coat Rack
Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron Coat Rack

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron Coat Rack

$7,577

H 13.39 in W 35.44 in D 7.09 in

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Wrought Iron Coat Rack

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art deco coat rack circa 1910 by Edgar Brandt. Stamped Brandt. Wrought iron decorated with ginko biloba leaves. In perfect condition, ready to hang. 2 fixing holes. Height: 34...

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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

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Wrought Iron

French Art Deco wrought iron chandelier by Edgar Brandt & Daum Nancy 1920 Glass
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By Daum, Edgar Brandt

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Stylish & Timeless! This breathtaking French art deco chandelier / pendant light by Edgar Brandt & Daum Nancy 1920. Incredible craftsmanship in the hand made wrought iron frame show...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

An Art deco Edgar Brandt wrought-iron table lamp
An Art deco Edgar Brandt wrought-iron table lamp

An Art deco Edgar Brandt wrought-iron table lamp

By Edgar Brandt

Located in BARCELONA, ES

This Art Deco Edgar Brandt wrought-iron table lamp epitomizes the elegance and sophistication of the Art Deco movement, making it a timeless addition to any space. Crafted by the ren...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Edgar Brandt - Paire de Grilles d'Intérieur en Fer Forgé (circa 1925-1930)
Edgar Brandt - Paire de Grilles d'Intérieur en Fer Forgé (circa 1925-1930)

Edgar Brandt - Paire de Grilles d'Intérieur en Fer Forgé (circa 1925-1930)

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

Edgar Brandt - Paire de Grilles d'Intérieur en Fer Forgé (circa 1925-1930) Type : Paire de grilles d'intérieur en fer forgé Date de création : Vers 1925-1930 Dimensions : Hauteur ma...

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Doors and Gates

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Metal

Edgar Brandt Signed & Daum Shade Antique French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp
Edgar Brandt Signed & Daum Shade Antique French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

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By Edgar Brandt, Daum

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

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Wrought Iron

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Edgar Brandt Rare Art Deco Floor Lamp

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$34,974

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By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

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Pair of French Art Deco Lamps by Edgar Brandt with Waterfall Sabino Shades
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Pair of French Art Deco Lamps by Edgar Brandt with Waterfall Sabino Shades

By Marius-Ernest Sabino, Edgar Brandt

Located in Long Island City, NY

A stunning and very rare pair of French Art Deco table lamps. Collaboration of the two highly acclaimed French Artists in the pinnacle of the Art Deco Era. The glass shades known as ...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Edgar BRANDT French Art Deco Wrought-iron Table Lamp, 1920
Edgar BRANDT French Art Deco Wrought-iron Table Lamp, 1920

Edgar BRANDT French Art Deco Wrought-iron Table Lamp, 1920

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Table Lamp by Edgar Brandt, France, 1920s An exceptional French Art Deco table lamp by Edgar Brandt, crafted in France during the 1920s. This rare lamp features a fi...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Wrought Iron

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Art Nouveau Silver Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of art nouveau silver brooches available for sale. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all art nouveau silver brooches available were constructed with great care. Art nouveau silver brooches have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of art nouveau silver brooches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Nouveau art nouveau silver brooches are of considerable interest. Art nouveau silver brooches have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Georg Jensen and Evald Nielsen are consistently popular.

How Much are Art Nouveau Silver Brooches?

Prices for art nouveau silver brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, art nouveau silver brooches begin at $596 and can go as high as $2,334, while the average can fetch as much as $940.

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Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world. 

And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.

The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.

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Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.

Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.