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One Hundred Years of Alberto Sordi # 11 - Vintage Photograph - 1950's
One Hundred Years of Alberto Sordi # 11 - Vintage Photograph - 1950's

One Hundred Years of Alberto Sordi # 11 - Vintage Photograph - 1950's

Located in Roma, IT

Dim: cm 22,5 x 15 In the picture one of the most important characters of Italian comedy and cinema of the 20th century, portrayed while works on set Wonderful portrait of Alberto S...

Category

1950s Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Natural Turquoise Mosaic Inlay Wavy Link Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Mosaic Inlay Wavy Link Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Natural Turquoise Mosaic Inlay Wavy Link Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Some light scuffs / scratches on the back of the bracelet on the metal.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Native American Link Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Royal Ulhans Regiment of Tsar Nicholas II - Original Photo by Karl Bulla
Royal Ulhans Regiment of Tsar Nicholas II - Original Photo by Karl Bulla

Royal Ulhans Regiment of Tsar Nicholas II - Original Photo by Karl Bulla

By Karl Bulla

Located in Roma, IT

Handwritten pencil notes on the back. Some scratches on cardboard, excellent conditions Dim: cm 34 x 43 cm with 19 x 25 print applied In the picture a group portrait of Nicholas I...

Category

Early 1900s Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

MONCLER c.2009 Nylon Black Mesh Stripe Zip Pocket Pleated Knee Length Skirt
MONCLER c.2009 Nylon Black Mesh Stripe Zip Pocket Pleated Knee Length Skirt

MONCLER c.2009 Nylon Black Mesh Stripe Zip Pocket Pleated Knee Length Skirt

By Thom Browne, Moncler

Located in Thiensville, WI

Extremely faint marks near both front pockets (not noticeable except on close inspection). Faint scratch ar back rear right side (not noticeable except on close inspection).

Category

Early 2000s Circle Skirts

Italian Mid-Century Mirror with Brass Frame and Decorations by Crystal Art 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Mirror with Brass Frame and Decorations by Crystal Art 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Mirror with Brass Frame and Decorations by Crystal Art 1950s

By Ultima Crystal Art

Located in MIlano, IT

The mirror have the label on the back. Good condition, some small scratches on the frame, not so consistant to make it bad.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Stuart Island Lighthouse Washington, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper

Stuart Island Lighthouse Washington, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper

By Daniel Clarke

Located in Yardley, PA

San Juan Islands Stuart Island Lighthouse Sitting on a rock, sweatpants and sneakers Long hair, skinny, looking out, wind blows Fir tree needles scratch the back of my neck, Eye...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Pain...

Materials

Watercolor

1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair
1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair

1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair

$1,638Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.96 in W 32.68 in D 25.99 in

1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

In good condition. Very light scratch on the back (see picture). The chair shows some traces of wear, like a mark on the left part of the seat (picture #12), some light scratches on ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Ethereal Abstraction 28, Abstract Painting
Ethereal Abstraction 28, Abstract Painting

Ethereal Abstraction 28, Abstract Painting

By Patrick O'Boyle

Located in San Francisco, CA

"Using fluid acrylics, I apply layers of color. Scraping, scratching & painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color, shape & patterns.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Set of Three Gold 1960s Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany
Set of Three Gold 1960s Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany

Set of Three Gold 1960s Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany

By Honsel, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Due to wall installation scratches at the back, see image.    

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Ethereal Abstraction 27, Abstract Painting
Ethereal Abstraction 27, Abstract Painting

Ethereal Abstraction 27, Abstract Painting

By Patrick O'Boyle

Located in San Francisco, CA

"Using fluid acrylics, ink, and collage papers, I apply layers & layers of color. Scraping, scratching & painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color, shape & patterns."

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

C1850 English Victorian Angelic Cameo Gold Frame Brooch signed by J. Mouhe
C1850 English Victorian Angelic Cameo Gold Frame Brooch signed by J. Mouhe

C1850 English Victorian Angelic Cameo Gold Frame Brooch signed by J. Mouhe

Located in Baltimore, MD

See the photograph I posted of the back our cameo with the scratched in signature and you will see this for yourself.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Ethereal Abstraction with Pink, Abstract Painting
Ethereal Abstraction with Pink, Abstract Painting

Ethereal Abstraction with Pink, Abstract Painting

By Patrick O'Boyle

Located in San Francisco, CA

"Using fluid acrylics, ink, collage papers I apply layers & layers of color. Scraping, scratching & painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color, shape & patterns."

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant
14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant

14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

I have to mention that the larger opal has a small chip below and the gold has a noticeable scratch at the back. These minor defects are not clearly visible when the jewel is worn.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Mosaic Gemstone & Diamond Inlay Wide Mesh Bracelet 14K Gold
Asch Grossbardt Mosaic Gemstone & Diamond Inlay Wide Mesh Bracelet 14K Gold

Asch Grossbardt Mosaic Gemstone & Diamond Inlay Wide Mesh Bracelet 14K Gold

By Asch Grossbardt

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This bracelet is in excellent estate condition with just a few light surface scratches on the back and on the push clasp. They are not visible when worn.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930
Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

By Paul Schuitema, Thonet

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

The base has some rusty spots on leg resting on the floor in the back (see picture #9). Some scratches on the wooden armrests.

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch in 14 Karat Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch in 14 Karat Rose Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

It has a few minor surface scratches on the back with some very slight discoloration to the metal.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Meyle & Mayer 1895 German Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch with Diana in 18Kt Gold
Meyle & Mayer 1895 German Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch with Diana in 18Kt Gold

Meyle & Mayer 1895 German Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch with Diana in 18Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold just normal scratches in the back. This brooch has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

Category

Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

The Despatch
The Despatch

Reginald John MitchellThe Despatch, c. 1985

$2,000

H 29.75 in W 43.75 in D 1 in

The Despatch

Located in San Francisco, CA

It is in excellent condition, it has a minor restored scratch on the back of the canvas, not visible from the front, see picture #8.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Adolescent Turkey Bronze Sculpture by the American Animalier Albert Laessle
Adolescent Turkey Bronze Sculpture by the American Animalier Albert Laessle

Adolescent Turkey Bronze Sculpture by the American Animalier Albert Laessle

By Albert Laessle, Roman Bronze Works

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The dynamically modeled young bird is straining to scratch its back with wings outstretched and legs splayed slightly in stride.

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy

By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Lowey

Located in Topeka, KS

There were a couple very small veneer patches made on back edges and a scratch in the top touched up and repaired as best could be without refinishing.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Ethereal Abstraction 25, Abstract Painting
Ethereal Abstraction 25, Abstract Painting

Ethereal Abstraction 25, Abstract Painting

By Patrick O'Boyle

Located in San Francisco, CA

"Using fluid acrylics, I apply layers and layers of color, scraping, scratching and painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color, shape and patterns."

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

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