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Italian Yellow Pottery Ashtray or Catchall Bitossi Netter
By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in New York, NY
An Italian yellow pottery ashtray with flower center and lip for cigarette, Mid-Century Modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Pottery

Hermès Vintage Flower Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès vintage ashtray in a beige golden tone. The center of the piece shows a red flower. And the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Flower Ashtray
Hermès Vintage Flower Ashtray
H 1.6 in W 6.5 in L 7.6 in
Hermès Vintage Ashtray Cornucopia Flower
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Hermès Ashtray with Cornucopia Flowers inside. It's decorative piece and really sought
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray Change Tray Apple and Flowers
By Hermès
Located in FR
Gorgeous and Rare Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Apple and Flowers Made in France Made of
Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Gucci Porcelain Bouquet Square Ashtray
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci vintage Porcelain ashtray in white and red with flower bouquet design. Excellent condition.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Ashtray Exotic Bird
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
on a string of flowers. The ashtray is in excellent condition an comes with the original box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Ashtray Exotic Bird
Hermès Vintage Ashtray Exotic Bird
H 1.5 in W 6.5 in L 8 in
Hermes Apple White Porcelain Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes white, yellow, green and gold porcelain ashtray with a big apple and flowers design.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

1960s by Pierre Cardin for Venini Murano Glass Ashtray
By Venini, Pierre Cardin
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare glass ashtray with flower Perfect condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Murano Glass

Bronze Standing Ashtray with Lily Flower Decor
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This standing ashtray is made of brass and bronze with lily flower decor. This is a French work
Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Hermès Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Greyhound Dog Levrier Print in Porcelain
By Hermès
Located in FR
Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: greyhound dog in a flower decor Made in France
Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Crystal Ashtray/Valet Tray with handcrafted 800 Silver Flower, Italy, 1990s
Located in Palermo, IT
Crystal ashtray/valet tray with handcrafted 800 silver flower, Italy, 1990s Very good condition
Category

1990s Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal, Silver

1980s Christian Dior Ceramic Pink Leaves and Flowers Bowl
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Ceramic Decorative Bow, pink leaves and flowers This elegant piece stands out with
Category

1980s French Ashtrays

GUCCI Vintage Silver Metal FLOWER ASHTRAY 5 Removable Petals
By Gucci
Located in Roma, IT
A fabulous ashtray dating back to around the 70s but also a stunning decorative element for your
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Six Petal Flower Cocktail Ashtray C1950 France
Located in Trensacq, FR
Charming modular cocktail ashtray from 1950s France. A cleverly designed stemmed flower that sheds
Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Italian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Flower Shape Table Ashtray, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern crystal flower shape table ashtray, 1970s. Table ashtray with round
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Five Petal Flower Ashtray or Catch-all C1960s Italy
By Gucci
Located in Trensacq, FR
Fabulous Gucci style floral ashtray C1960s Italy. Beautifully sculptured and cleverly designed
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Mid Century Purple Flower Murano Glass Small Ashtray Bowl, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass element was designed and produced in the 1970s in Lombardia, Italy. It is made in Sommerso Technique and has a fantastic faceted form. The vibrant color m...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray Crystal, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray Crystal, 1950
Ashtray Crystal, 1950
H 1.97 in Dm 5.52 in
Ashtray 1950 Crystal
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray  1950 Crystal
Ashtray  1950 Crystal
H 2.76 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Ashtray 1950 Crystal
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray 1950 Crystal
Ashtray 1950 Crystal
H 1.58 in Dm 6.3 in
Ashtray Crystal, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray Crystal, 1950
Ashtray Crystal, 1950
H 2.37 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
Martz Blue Ceramic Catchall Ashtray
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Miami, FL
Baby blue glazed stoneware ashtray designed by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios. The rarely
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Ashtray 1930, Sign: Bauducco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture
Category

Vintage 1930s Argentine Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Ashtray 1930, Sign: Bauducco
Ashtray 1930, Sign: Bauducco
H 22.84 in Dm 8.27 in
Ashtrays in Crystal, 1930 France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ashtrays in Crystal We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtrays in Crystal, 1930 France
Ashtrays in Crystal, 1930 France
H 1.97 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Ashtray 1920, Silver Plated Bronze
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Large California Studio Pottery Cigar Ashtray
By Robert Maxwell, Stoneware Designs West, Edith Heath
Located in North Hollywood, CA
California Pottery, large vintage stoneware cigar ashtray. Classic mid-century modern ashtray in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Atomic Floral Ashtray
By Aldo Londi
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 1950’s Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italian ceramic ashtray. Decorated with atomic style flowers in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Gucci Cestri e Nastri Porcelain Ashtray by Limoges
By Limoges, Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Fine porcelain Gucci cigar ashtray from the 'Cestri e Nastri' (Baskets & Ribbons) collection. Made
Category

20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Piero Fornasetti "Caduceus" Lithograph Gilt Porcelain Green Ashtray
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage celadon/mint green ceramic ashtray/trinket dish with cigarette slots by Piero Fornasetti
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti "Caduceus" Lithograph Gilt Porcelain white and gold Ashtray
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Stockholm, SE
Piero Fornasetti "Caduceus" Lithograph Gilt Porcelain white and gold Ashtray. White and gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Murano Venetian Hand Blown Art Glass Ashtray by Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
glass flower shaped bowl or ashtray. Sculptural organic open flower form rainbow colors and beautiful
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Reclining, Dancing Cancan Porcelain Ashtray by Takito, Japan, circa 1950
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A charming and Kitsch post-war porcelain ashtray. A finger-push makes this beauty rock from side to
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Ashtray by Longwy Stamped and Numbered
Located in Sofia, BG
Hand painted oval ceramic ashtray with small covered part in the middle. The top of it is decorated
Category

Early 20th Century French Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Tonquin Red Pink by ROYAL STAFFORDSHIRE by Clarice Cliff made in England Ashtray
By Royal Staffordshire Ceramics 1
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tonquin Red Pink by ROYAL STAFFORDSHIRE by Clarice Cliff made in England Ashtray
Category

Early 20th Century English Rustic Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Murano Star Flower Shape Art Glass Dish, Italy
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage hand crafted Murano star flower Art glass dish Italy. Stunning petaled flower or 6 pointed
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Crystal Red Artistic Glass Vase, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
defect shown on picture - crack at the bottom of vase. It can be used for water and flowers. Dimensions
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Crystal, 1950, Churba
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Crystal, 1950, Churba
Crystal, 1950, Churba
H 2.37 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Hand Painted Japanese Ceramic Match Holder & Strikers, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
wall mounted. The front and sides are painted to give the look of cross-stitched birds and flowers in
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Emilio Pucci & Hans Theo Baumann Porcelain Cig Vessel for Rosenthal Studio-Line
By Rosenthal, Emilio Pucci, Hans Theo Baumann
Located in New York, NY
colorful flower and leaf design; a collaboration of design by two important designers of the 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century German Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Murano, 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1940, Italian
Murano, 1940, Italian
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 4.53 in
Murano, 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1940, Italian
Murano, 1940, Italian
H 2.52 in Dm 4.34 in
Murano, 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1940, Italian
Murano, 1940, Italian
H 7.8 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in
Murano, 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1940, Italian
Murano, 1940, Italian
H 2.56 in W 6.62 in D 4.73 in
Murano, 1930, Italian.
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

 Murano, 1930, Italian.
 Murano, 1930, Italian.
H 2.37 in W 6.11 in D 6.11 in
Murano, 1930, Italian.
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

 Murano, 1930, Italian.
 Murano, 1930, Italian.
H 1.97 in W 5.91 in D 5.12 in
Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini-Seguso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini-Seguso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso, italy
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian. Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano and Gold, Italian, Attributed to Barovier & Toso 1950
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Gold

Murano and gold, Italian, Attributed to, Seguso Barovier, 1930
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Gold

Murano, Italian, Attributed to, Seguso, 1930
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Silver Hexagonal Ashtray with a Cut Crystal Liner
Located in London, GB
and unusual ashtray. It is decorated with flowers and flourishing leaves. Hallmarked: 800. There are
Category

Antique 19th Century More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Silver Hexagonal Ashtray with a Cut Crystal Liner
Silver Hexagonal Ashtray with a Cut Crystal Liner
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H 0.99 in W 5.91 in D 6.7 in
Murano Vintage Sommerso Blue Green Italian Art Glass Flower Shaped Bowl Ashtray
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso blue green Italian art glass flower shape bowl
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Murano Red and Silver Flecks Art Glass Flower Bowl or Ashtray, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
ashtray. Measures: 14 cm diameter x 6 cm H
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Leaf

"Canoe" Clear Handblown Glass Ashtray Dish
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the top. The form allows for small flowers and other little objects to fit inside. Handmade by Jason
Category

2010s American Garniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Bulldog Cigar Ashtray, 1940, Chicago. Usa
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Chrome

Italian Murano Blue Glass Bowl or Ashtray with Air Bubbles and Silver Flecks
Located in Barcelona, ES
-1960s. Beautiful deep sky blue color, silver flecks and amazing triangular flower shape. Excellent
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Leaf, Silver

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Ashtray With Flowers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of ashtray with flowers for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, blown glass and metal, all ashtray with flowers available were constructed with great care. We have 112 antique and vintage ashtray with flowers in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Ashtray with flowers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of ashtray with flowers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco ashtray with flowers are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made ashtray with flowers over the years, but those made by Fratelli Toso, Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM) and Fontana Arte are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Ashtray With Flowers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $741, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $15,687 highest priced.
Questions About Ashtray With Flowers
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The middle part of an ashtray is for holding cigarettes, so you can keep your hands free. Rest stop is the name given to this part of an ashtray. On 1stDibs, shop a range of ashtrays.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A flower bag is a narrow-tall nylon or plastic bag used for planting flowers, which has hanging straps at the top side with cut openings in which you can plant the flowers. Find a range of flower bags on 1stDibs to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A flower basket is a basket that holds flowers. A reliable decorative flourish for any home, a flower basket is considered to be the best gift for any occasion. A flower basket near the entrance or center table adds to the aesthetic of the house. Flower baskets can also be hung on verandahs or front porches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage flower baskets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tole flower or arrangement is one that’s made out of tin or another type of metal. They’re often painted or lacquered to have a realistic look. These floral arrangements were popular in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, find vintage tole flowers from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean an old glass ashtray, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the ashtray in the sink and allow it to soak for a few minutes. Then, wipe with a soft sponge. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage glass ashtrays.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Many companies used to make ashtrays. Some of the most well-known manufacturers include Akro Agate, Imperial, Cambridge and Fenton. In addition, individual artisans sometimes produced one-of-a-kind ashtrays to sell to the public. An example is the Italian glass artist Flavio Poli. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ashtrays.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A flower cart is a wheeled metal or wood cart with a flat surface for displaying potted plants or fresh-cut flowers in bins, buckets or baskets. Some feature four wheels, while others have two. Depending on the design, carts may have two long handles for pulling by hand or a hitch for towing with a bicycle. The original purpose of flower carts was to allow gardeners to sell the blossoms from flower beds, but today, many people use them as plant stands indoors and outdoors. Shop a selection of flower carts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dutch flower paintings are painted artworks that depict various species of flowers. Painters from the Netherlands produced many flower paintings between the late 16th and 18th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Dutch flower paintings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A flower holder is any pot, planter, or container used to showcase flowers or other plants. Ceramic, glass, and metal and more have been used to create flower pots over the years. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage flower holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A flower set diamond is a setting where a diamond is surrounded by a smaller cluster of diamonds, giving the appearance of a flower. Flower set diamonds are a popular choice to add more sparkle and increase the size of a piece. Browse an array of flower set diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What flower rings symbolize depends on the floral motif. The rings came into popularity during the Victorian age when people associated different species with certain sentiments. For example, a red chrysanthemum represented love. If a man presented a woman with a flower ring with a red chrysanthemum on it, he was telling her he loved her. On 1stDibs, shop a range of flower rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Flower stems should be no longer than two times the height of the vase.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The Louis Vuitton flower is called the Blossom. It appears on many Louis Vuitton pieces and has either four rounded or four pointed petals, depending on the design. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Louis Vuitton pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What the flower is on Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry varies. Artisans at the luxury jewelry house have drawn inspiration from several types of flowers over time, including roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and daisies. Floral designs are frequently set with gemstones at their center and feature glittering pavé petals. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Why there are so many insects in Dutch flower paintings is a matter of debate among art historians. Some feel that Dutch artists painted the insects in great detail simply to show their skill or to depict the flowers in the most natural way possible. Others believe the insects may have deeper symbolism. They could represent the interconnectedness of life or be reminders of death. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Dutch paintings on 1stDibs.