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Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Located in New York, NY
in the 19th Century, souvenirs were often sold to commemorate these visits. These rare artifacts of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Ancient Proto-Nazca Red and Yellow Spider Rug Fragment, c. 200 AD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ancient Proto-Nazca Red and Yellow Spider Rug Fragment, c. 200 AD Incredibly rare artifact from
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Peruvian North and South American Rugs

Materials

Alpaca, Wool

Ancient Proto-Nazca Red and Yellow Spider Rug Fragment, c. 200 AD
Ancient Proto-Nazca Red and Yellow Spider Rug Fragment, c. 200 AD

Ancient Proto-Nazca Red and Yellow Spider Rug Fragment, c. 200 AD

W 11 in L 94 in
Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
22.5 inches in length, and is finished with a 22k gold hook closure. Unique and rare artifact in rich
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, B...

Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace
Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace

Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace

L 22.5 in
Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin
By Roger Guerin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Décoratifs, each piece from his studio is a rare artifact due to the limited runs of his work. Belgium
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin
Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin

Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin

H 17 in Dm 8 in
19 Century Antique sandstone temple from India from India OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
those seeking a sacred decorative element, this rare artifact brings an aura of history and devotion to
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

19 Century Antique sandstone temple from India from India OriginalBuddhas
19 Century Antique sandstone temple from India from India OriginalBuddhas

19 Century Antique sandstone temple from India from India OriginalBuddhas

H 13.39 in W 8.27 in D 5.32 in
Unique Machine Age or Art Deco Glass and Chrome Lighted Pedestal Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
button to turn on the light to brighten your Steuben Vase or rare artifact or sculpture. The table is
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Steel

Unique Machine Age or Art Deco Glass and Chrome Lighted Pedestal Table
Unique Machine Age or Art Deco Glass and Chrome Lighted Pedestal Table

Unique Machine Age or Art Deco Glass and Chrome Lighted Pedestal Table

H 25.25 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in
18th C Rare Wood Female Carving Artifact
Located in Malibu, CA
18th century wooden carving of an female form. Presumed to be a French church piece. This figure has a beautiful face.
Category

Antique 18th Century French Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

18th C Rare Wood Female Carving Artifact
18th C Rare Wood Female Carving Artifact

18th C Rare Wood Female Carving Artifact

H 16.5 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Antique Cappadocia Rug - 18th Century Central Cappadocia Rug, Anatolian Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Anatolian Piece is a rare artifact woven in the Cappadocia region in the 18th century. It measures 100 cm x
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Cappadocia Rug - 18th Century Central Cappadocia Rug, Anatolian Rug
Antique Cappadocia Rug - 18th Century Central Cappadocia Rug, Anatolian Rug

Antique Cappadocia Rug - 18th Century Central Cappadocia Rug, Anatolian Rug

W 39.38 in L 74.81 in
Antique Khamseh Rug - Late 19th Century Persian Khamseh Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This antique Kahmseh rug is a rare artifact from the late 19th century. Kahmseh carpets are
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Khamseh Rug - Late 19th Century Persian Khamseh Rug
Antique Khamseh Rug - Late 19th Century Persian Khamseh Rug

Antique Khamseh Rug - Late 19th Century Persian Khamseh Rug

W 61.03 in L 96.46 in
17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces
Located in Hamburg, DE
handling. This rare artifact carries a profound sense of history and spirituality. Whether as a collector’s
Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Wood

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces
17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

H 5.91 in W 1.58 in D 1.19 in
Antique Bergama Fragment - Early 18th Century Anatolian Bergama Rug Fragment
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
marketed. This antique Anatolian Piece is a rare artifact woven in the Bergama region in the 18th century
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Bergama Fragment - Early 18th Century Anatolian Bergama Rug Fragment
Antique Bergama Fragment - Early 18th Century Anatolian Bergama Rug Fragment

Antique Bergama Fragment - Early 18th Century Anatolian Bergama Rug Fragment

W 57.88 in L 78.75 in
Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign
Located in Hamburg, DE
rare artifact from Italy combines historical charm with a modern, sculptural appeal, making it a must
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign
Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign

Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign

H 16.15 in W 126.38 in D 3.94 in
Late 19th Century Chinese White Jade Beads Wood Square Abacus
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Beads Wood Square Abacus, a stunning combination of artistry and functionality. This rare artifact
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Antique Late 19th Century Scholar's Objects

Materials

Jade

Late 19th Century Chinese White Jade Beads Wood Square Abacus
Late 19th Century Chinese White Jade Beads Wood Square Abacus

Late 19th Century Chinese White Jade Beads Wood Square Abacus

H 10.63 in W 10.63 in D 0.99 in
18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
rare artifact embodies the rich cultural and spiritual legacy of temple craftsmanship. For a deeper
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India

18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India

H 24.22 in W 9.89 in D 5.28 in
2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill and artistry
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 29.53 in L 141.74 in
4'6'' x 6' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill and artistry
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Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

4'6'' x 6' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
4'6'' x 6' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

4'6'' x 6' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 53.15 in L 70.87 in
4' x 14'6'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill and artistry
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Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

4' x 14'6'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
4' x 14'6'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

4' x 14'6'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 47.25 in L 173.23 in
2'8'' x 11'5'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill and artistry
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

2'8'' x 11'5'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
2'8'' x 11'5'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

2'8'' x 11'5'' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 31.5 in L 136.23 in
Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact
Located in Langweer, NL
is not just a reminder of a significant event in music history but also serves as a poignant artifact
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Vintage 1980s Prints

Materials

Paper

Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact
Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact

Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact

H 20.08 in W 14.97 in D 0 in
Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939
Located in Chicago, IL
striking sculptural objects but also rare artifacts of an artist’s hand at work. Whether displayed in a
Category

Vintage 1930s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939
Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939

Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939

H 31.5 in W 12 in D 10 in
3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 33.47 in L 147.25 in
2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

W 27.96 in L 138.98 in
Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster
Located in Spokane, WA
gazing out at ships in the harbor. This poster is a rare artifact from the American President Lines, a
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1950s American Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster
Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster

Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster, 1957

H 19 in W 19 in D 0.05 in
3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous skill
Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century
3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century

3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century

W 40.95 in L 151.58 in
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
craftsmanship. Shipping: Secure worldwide shipping with professional packing to preserve this rare artifact
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Antiquities

Materials

Iron

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

H 16.15 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in
Chanel White Pearl & Lucite Jeweled Bathing Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
editorial-featured, this bathing suit is a rare artifact of 1990s Chanel glamour—timeless, playful, and
Category

1990s French Bikinis

Chanel White Pearl & Lucite Jeweled Bathing Suit
Chanel White Pearl & Lucite Jeweled Bathing Suit

Chanel White Pearl & Lucite Jeweled Bathing Suit

Street Material The Glove
By Irving Penn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
eye for form and texture. Printed in 1977, this poster stands as a rare artifact from a pivotal
Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Offset

Street Material The Glove
Street Material The Glove

Street Material The Glove, 1977

H 34.5 in W 22.5 in D 0.1 in
Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
rare artifact boasts a solid silver construction adorned with finely engraved lines, showcasing the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Bangles

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality
Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality

Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality

A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
rare artifact that truly is one of a kind. Measures: Height 117cm Width 149cm Depth 65cm.
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser
A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser

A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser

H 46.07 in W 58.67 in D 25.6 in
A Five Volume Bible Set in Miniature Carved Olivewood Bindings Israel C. 1940
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite five-volume miniature Bible set is a remarkable and rare artifact, handcrafted in
Category

Vintage 1940s Israeli Religious Items

Materials

Wood, Olive, Paper

A Five Volume Bible Set in Miniature Carved Olivewood Bindings Israel C. 1940
A Five Volume Bible Set in Miniature Carved Olivewood Bindings Israel C. 1940

A Five Volume Bible Set in Miniature Carved Olivewood Bindings Israel C. 1940

H 3.55 in W 2.49 in D 3.43 in
Pool Score Board. By unknown artist, circa 1960. In original condition.
Located in Barcelona, ES
vintage design. Whether you’re a collector of rare artifacts, a lover of mid-century aesthetics, or simply
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Pool Score Board. By unknown artist, circa 1960. In original condition.
Pool Score Board. By unknown artist, circa 1960. In original condition.

Pool Score Board. By unknown artist, circa 1960. In original condition.

H 33.86 in W 27.56 in D 3.94 in
Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
motif, and in a wearable size 8.5! This rare artifact boasts a solid silver construction adorned with
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Cocktail Rings

Materials

Silver

Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality
Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality

Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
19th century, is a truly remarkable and rare artifact. Crafted from high-quality wood, the statue
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

H 7.29 in W 4.1 in D 2.37 in
Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable
Located in South Burlington, VT
scarce as we have only seen a handful of these rare artifact survivors. Each was folded and inserted
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable
Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable

Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable

H 10.5 in W 14.5 in D 0.001 in
Original 1958 exhibition poster for Jacqueline Lamba at the Galerie Lucy-Krohg
Located in PARIS, FR
intensity and deeply personal vision. This poster not only serves as a rare artifact of mid-century
Category

1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original 1958 exhibition poster for Jacqueline Lamba at the Galerie Lucy-Krohg
Original 1958 exhibition poster for Jacqueline Lamba at the Galerie Lucy-Krohg

Jacqueline Lamba
Original 1958 exhibition poster for Jacqueline Lamba at the Galerie Lucy-Krohg, 1958

H 24.02 in W 17.72 in
European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot
Located in Malibu, CA
Antique rare & ancient artifact, a foot, wearing a sandal, the bottom of the foot has been carved
Category

Antique Early 17th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot
European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

H 9 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable
Located in South Burlington, VT
scarce as we have only seen a handful of these rare artifact survivors. Each was folded and inserted
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable
Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable

Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable

H 10.25 in W 13.75 in D 0.001 in
Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
. She also often incorporates vintage materials and rare artifacts resurrected from prior lives to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings
Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings

Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings

H 0.28 in W 0.62 in D 0.24 in L 1.42 in
Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed
Located in Milano, IT
collector of rare artifacts or a connoisseur of fine craftsmanship, this Antique Bronze Inkwell promises to
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Vintage 1920s Italian Gothic Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed
Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed

Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed

H 9.45 in W 16.93 in D 11.42 in
Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine
Located in New Orleans, LA
An incredible and extremely rare artifact of world history, this mutton bone model of a guillotine
Category

Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Bone

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine
Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine

H 18 in W 7.63 in D 10.25 in
Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
, a truly rare artifact by Cartier. The Les Must 18k Gold lighter represents the height of luxury
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

H 2.76 in W 1.03 in D 0.54 in
Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design
Located in Ferrara, IT
rare artifact but also becoming a guardian of history. It is a treasure that will not only complement
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design
Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design

Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design

W 83.47 in L 136.62 in
1965 original exhibition poster by Max Ernst for René Crevel
By Max Ernst
Located in PARIS, FR
out of 70, is a rare artifact that embodies the exclusivity and significance of the exhibition. The
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1960s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

1965 original exhibition poster by Max Ernst for René Crevel
1965 original exhibition poster by Max Ernst for René Crevel

Max Ernst
1965 original exhibition poster by Max Ernst for René Crevel, 1965

H 16.93 in W 12.21 in
1936 original poster by Ludwig Hohlwein for Deutsche Lufthansa - Olympic games
By Ludwig Hohlwein
Located in PARIS, FR
significant poster remains a rare artifact from this era of aviation and Olympic history, illustrating how
Category

1930s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1936 original poster by Ludwig Hohlwein for Deutsche Lufthansa - Olympic games
1936 original poster by Ludwig Hohlwein for Deutsche Lufthansa - Olympic games

Ludwig Hohlwein
1936 original poster by Ludwig Hohlwein for Deutsche Lufthansa - Olympic games, 1936

H 26.38 in W 18.12 in
Monumental 1939 World’s Fair Heraldic Panel of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick
By Gilbert Bayes
Located in Morristown, NJ
rare artifact from a landmark global exhibition. A museum-worthy showpiece, ideal for collectors of
Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Monumental 1939 World’s Fair Heraldic Panel of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick
Monumental 1939 World’s Fair Heraldic Panel of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick

Monumental 1939 World’s Fair Heraldic Panel of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick

H 105.5 in W 98 in D 6 in
Union Civil War Photo 11 L-2 Officers & Dog Possibly Richmond Prisons In Situ
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
rare artifact is not only a visually captivating piece but also a tangible connection to one of
Category

Antique 19th Century American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Oak, Paper

Union Civil War Photo 11 L-2 Officers & Dog Possibly Richmond Prisons In Situ
Union Civil War Photo 11 L-2 Officers & Dog Possibly Richmond Prisons In Situ

Union Civil War Photo 11 L-2 Officers & Dog Possibly Richmond Prisons In Situ

H 16 in W 18 in D 1 in
Rare 16th-Century French Polychrome Wooden Pietà Sculpture
Located in Madrid, ES
? A rare and genuine artifact from the 1500s. Beautifully captures the emotional depth and artistry of
Category

Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fruitwood

Rare 16th-Century French Polychrome Wooden Pietà Sculpture
Rare 16th-Century French Polychrome Wooden Pietà Sculpture

Rare 16th-Century French Polychrome Wooden Pietà Sculpture

H 14.18 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in
Vintage Russian 14K Gold Pearl and Emerald Egg Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
value. Unlike mass-produced modern jewelry, this pendant is a rare artifact, with its unique combination
Category

20th Century Russian Russian Revival Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Russian 14K Gold Pearl and Emerald Egg Pendant Necklace
Vintage Russian 14K Gold Pearl and Emerald Egg Pendant Necklace

Vintage Russian 14K Gold Pearl and Emerald Egg Pendant Necklace

W 0.4 in L 16.85 in
Rare Paul Poiret Braided Yarn and Silk Tulle Toque
By Paul Poiret
Located in New York, NY
Rare and historical fashion artifact from the house of Paul Poiret and the personal wardrobe of
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Hats

Rare Paul Poiret Braided Yarn and Silk Tulle Toque
Rare Paul Poiret Braided Yarn and Silk Tulle Toque

Rare Paul Poiret Braided Yarn and Silk Tulle Toque

Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust
Located in London, GB
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust A rare and very unusual example
Category

Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Busts

Materials

Paper

Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust

Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust

H 16 in W 11 in D 8 in
Authentic Ancient Roman Bronze Key and Gold Pendant on Coral Bead Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
-of-a-kind pendant necklace has a rich color combination, and features a rare and unique historical
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Authentic Ancient Roman Bronze Key and Gold Pendant on Coral Bead Necklace
Authentic Ancient Roman Bronze Key and Gold Pendant on Coral Bead Necklace

Authentic Ancient Roman Bronze Key and Gold Pendant on Coral Bead Necklace

L 17 in
27cm Old Bronze Chime Bell
Located in 景德镇市, CN
authenticity, making it a rare and collectible artifact for lovers of Asian antiques and historical musical
Category

Antique 19th Century Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

27cm Old Bronze Chime Bell
27cm Old Bronze Chime Bell

27cm Old Bronze Chime Bell

H 10.63 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in
Antique Carved Wood Angels Holding a Reliquary
Located in Dallas, TX
religious significance, this reliquary was likely used to house sacred relics, making it a rare and
Category

Antique 1890s Italian Religious Items

Materials

Brass

Antique Carved Wood Angels Holding a Reliquary
Antique Carved Wood Angels Holding a Reliquary

Antique Carved Wood Angels Holding a Reliquary

H 5 in W 8.5 in D 1 in
Antique Tribal Shaman’s Bilum Bag From Papua New Guinea Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
items, this rare piece is a testament to the region’s rich cultural heritage and spiritual practices
Category

Antique Early 1900s Papua New Guinean Nautical Objects

Materials

Shell, Rope

Antique Tribal Shaman’s Bilum Bag From Papua New Guinea Circa 1900
Antique Tribal Shaman’s Bilum Bag From Papua New Guinea Circa 1900

Antique Tribal Shaman’s Bilum Bag From Papua New Guinea Circa 1900

H 12 in W 10 in D 2 in
Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Enlightenment This Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl is a rare and exquisite artifact, intricately
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Horn

Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl
Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl

Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl

H 2.96 in Dm 3.94 in
Bronze Doré Portfolio Attributed To E.F. Caldwell, New York Circa 1920
Located in Dallas, TX
materials make it a collector’s treasure and a stunning display piece. A rare and timeless artifact, ideal
Category

Vintage 1920s French Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Doré Portfolio Attributed To E.F. Caldwell, New York Circa 1920
Bronze Doré Portfolio Attributed To E.F. Caldwell, New York Circa 1920

Bronze Doré Portfolio Attributed To E.F. Caldwell, New York Circa 1920

H 16 in W 12 in D 1 in
18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare 18th-century Ngelima bronze currency manilla is a stunning artifact, weighing an
Category

Antique 18th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount
18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount

18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount

H 10 in W 10.5 in D 3 in
Fossilized Dire Wolf Skull - 2.36 lb
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary fossilized dire wolf skull from Siberia is a rare and remarkable artifact that
Category

2010s Russian Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

Fossilized Dire Wolf Skull - 2.36 lb
Fossilized Dire Wolf Skull - 2.36 lb

Fossilized Dire Wolf Skull - 2.36 lb

H 3.75 in W 8.75 in D 3.5 in
Original Egyptian Cartonnage Mask – Ptolemaic Period
Located in Madrid, ES
authenticity and historical value. Dimensions: 38 x 30 x 12 cm (mask only) A rare and authentic artifact
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Art

Materials

Gesso

Original Egyptian Cartonnage Mask – Ptolemaic Period
Original Egyptian Cartonnage Mask – Ptolemaic Period

Original Egyptian Cartonnage Mask – Ptolemaic Period

H 14.97 in W 11.82 in D 4.34 in
Pre-Columbian Nariño Footed Polychrome Bowl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
surface wear and mineral deposits, this piece is a rare and museum-worthy artifact—ideal for collectors of
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Ecuadorean Pre-Columbian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Terracotta

Pre-Columbian Nariño Footed Polychrome Bowl
Pre-Columbian Nariño Footed Polychrome Bowl

Pre-Columbian Nariño Footed Polychrome Bowl

H 3.75 in W 8 in D 8 in
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