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Trevor Whiting - 20th Century Acrylic, Looking for a Bittern
Located in Corsham, GB
An expressive acrylic study of four enthusiastic bird watchers looking for a bittern in a wetland
Category
20th Century Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Acrylic
Nomadic Carpet with Dancing Women
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
clothes dancing and three rows of birds watching.
Decidedly special.
Usually this type of carpet was
Category
Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Wool
Desert Landscape Painting of Three Pronghorn Antelopes
By Cal Dean Hill Jr.
Located in Houston, TX
Architecture. He was also active in the Navy for many years. He was fond of oil painting, bird-watching
Category
1970s Realist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Oil
H 22 in W 26.5 in D 1.5 in
Winter's Youth: A Bird Print of The Young Long-tailed Duck by Magnus von Wright
Located in Langweer, NL
ornithologists and bird watchers of the era.
As with his other works, this print from 'Svenska Foglar Efter
Category
20th Century Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Paper
H 14.73 in W 10.83 in D 0.02 in
Cartier Gold Bird Ashtray and Pocket Watch Holder
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Gold Bird Pocket Watch Holder
circa 1950
18k hammered yellow gold watch holder & ashtray
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1950s French Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 2 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Brass
H 11.03 in Dm 1.38 in
No 8.69
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
, rural village in the 1960s. Ian's love for the outdoors, bird watching, and fishing started at an early
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen
UTI Watch Caged Birds Brooch in 18 Carat Gold circa 1950 Ruby Sapphire Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
UTI Watch caged Birds Brooch in yellow Gold 18 Carat circa 1950.
One Bird with a Body composed of a
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1950s Swiss Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Metal Crane Bird Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant bird sculpture made of solid steel.
This monumental sculpture depicts three abstract birds
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Metal
Israeli Abstract Modernist Color Etching - Mineral Collection
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but transferred to the art department
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Etching
Israeli Abstract Modernist Etching - Alive And Alien In Jerusalem
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but transferred to the art department
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Etching
Two Snowy Owls
By Roger Tory Peterson
Located in Missouri, MO
watch birds"
Peterson later studied commercial art at the Art Students League and National Academy of
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Late 20th Century Naturalistic Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Lithograph
Israeli Abstract Modernist Aquatint Screenprint Color Photo-Etching
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
Jerusalem and became interested in bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but
Category
1990s Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Aquatint, Screen
Israeli Abstract Modernist Screenprint - "Ships That Pass In The Night" Bezalel
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
Jerusalem and became interested in bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but
Category
1990s Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen
Pretty large vintage French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry « dog on standby»
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
(chien à l’arrêt), representing a dog watching a bird at the middle of vegetation and flowers, next to a
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
H 66.54 in W 73.23 in D 0.2 in
The Maamturk Mountains From Recess Connemara Ireland Framed Irish Watercolor
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Switzerland to watch and paint birds.
In 1938 Egginton visited the USA and spent several months travelling
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Mid-20th Century Realist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Watercolor
H 27.56 in W 36.03 in D 1.28 in
'Art Column (ART DBG)' original signed ceramic sculpture toy blocks pop art
Located in Milwaukee, WI
:
Breakfasts watching birds and excursions in fishing boats interlace with childhood memories and Looney Tunes
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1980s Pop Art Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Ceramic, Glaze
H 50.75 in W 9 in D 9 in
20th Century Acrylic - Bird Watching
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. Presented in a dark wooden frame with a gilt inner window. On canvas.
Category
20th Century Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Acrylic
Birds of America PEARSON, Gilbert T. Published by Garden City Books 1936 Hardcov
Located in North Hollywood, CA
.
A very nice book for any bird watcher or enthusiast.
Lacking the dust jacket.
Title: Birds of
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1930s American American Classical Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Paper
H 11.25 in W 8.25 in D 1.75 in
1940’s Essex Crystal Quartz 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Themed Antique Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: 23.8 grams. Bird. Watcher. Portraits.
Stock Number: We-10606
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1940s Retro Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Perched Woodpecker Bird Charm Pendant, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
bracelet or add a jump ring and wear it on your favorite necklace. Whether ornithologist, avid bird watcher
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Desert Landscape Painting of Two Pronghorn Antelopes
By Cal Dean Hill Jr.
Located in Houston, TX
Architecture. He was also active in the Navy for many years. He was fond of oil painting, bird-watching
Category
1970s Realist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Oil
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw, Pocket Refractor, Broadhurst Clarkson, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
century.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally
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20th Century English Victorian Vintage Bird Watching
H 6.3 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
20th Century Belgian Artwork With Wooden Frame
Located in High Point, NC
to a pigeon racing federation. It is an enchanting choice for enthusiasts of vintage art, bird
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20th Century Belgian Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Wood
Birdwatchers Block Print
By James McConnell (Mac) Anderson
Located in Houston, TX
Woodblock print of various tourists with binoculars and their children bird watching in the forest
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1990s Modern Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Woodcut
David Daly SWLA - 1992 Watercolour, Great Snipe Displaying
By David Daly
Located in Corsham, GB
artist, whose works and illustrations have been published in several wildlife and bird watching books
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Watercolor
Boy with birds
Located in Buffalo, NY
watching birds out of his window.
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1930s Abstract Expressionist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Silver Double Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
classical figure crafted of silver and bone holds an ornate pocket watch over the birds, a magnificent
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20th Century Empire Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sideboard in Oak with Marabou Birds
Located in Waalwijk, NL
both sides of the drawers two stylized Marabou birds are keeping watch. Both the top rim and the rim on
Category
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Ebony, Oak
Israeli Abstract Modernist Etching - Alive And Alien In Jerusalem
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but transferred to the art department
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Etching
Israeli Abstract Modernist Color Etching - Mineral Collection
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but transferred to the art department
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Etching
Israeli Abstract Modernist Aquatint Screenprint Color Photo-Etching
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
Jerusalem and became interested in bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but
Category
1990s Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen, Aquatint
Israeli Abstract Modernist Screenprint - "Ships That Pass In The Night" Bezalel
By Asaf Ben Tzvi
Located in Surfside, FL
Jerusalem and became interested in bird-watching. In 1981 he began to study architecture at Bezalel, but
Category
1990s Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen
Vintage Peter Linderman 18 Karat Gold Emerald Ruby and Pearl Birds Nest Brooch
By Peter Linderman
Located in Birmingham, AL
made in 18K yellow Gold. It features two parent birds standing on tree branches watching over their
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Pulp Illustration
By H.W. Kiemle
Located in Fort Washington, PA
bird watcher and he painted detailed renderings of birds that were inspired by John James Audubon. In
Category
20th Century Other Art Style Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Free-Standing Copper Tree Sculpture by C. Jere
Located in North Miami, FL
with a brass Mama bird perched in her nest, watching over three gilded eggs. A wonderful nursery
Category
1970s American Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Copper, Brass
Art Deco Cubist French Clock with Cats, Attributed to Georges Lavrov / Lavroff
By Georges Lavroff
Located in Barjols, FR
A stunning art deco clock with silver plated bronze cats watching at birds on a marble structure
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 11.03 in W 24.41 in D 5.91 in
Under Sail original lithograph by Norman Rockwell
By After Norman Rockwell
Located in Paonia, CO
over the town with his cowboy hat in his right hand and the roosters pole in his left dreamily watching
Category
1970s American Realist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Lithograph
The Bird Watcher - 60's Surrealist Painting - ELVIC STEELE (1920-1997)
By Elvic Steele
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
beautifully blue birds soaring through the sky - titled verso "The Bird Watcher".
Elvic Steele is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Oil
H 7.25 in W 9 in D 0.25 in
Vintage Silver-Gilt Bow Front Form Singing Bird Box by Karl Griesbaum
Located in London, GB
tree-perched birds sing along, watched by a lizard and hind-leg posed rabbit within a woodland glade
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1930s German Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Silver
Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
bird watching.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Telescope, Brass, Officer of the Watch, Single Draw, Ross London, 1935
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
of London, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1935.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape
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1930s Albanian Other Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Brass
H 27.56 in Dm 17.72 in
Vintage Brass Broadhurst Clarkson Field Telescope
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
great for any number of outdoor pursuits, such as hunting, shooting, deer stalking or bird watching
Category
Mid-20th Century English Vintage Bird Watching
Muchacha viendo pájaros (Girl watching birds)
By Manuel Alvarez Bravo
Located in Carmel, CA
Beautiful original photograph. Hand printed silver gelatin. Signed in pencil on verso.
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Untitled (Number 17)
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
, which was a quiet, rural village in the 1960s. Ian's love for the outdoors, bird watching, and fishing
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen
No 14.69
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
the 1960s. Ian's love for the outdoors, bird watching, and fishing started at an early age, and he
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Screen
Colorful Abstract Modern Cartoon Cat and Birds Still Life Monotype Print
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract monoprint still life depicting two brown cats by a window watching birds. Text at
Category
20th Century Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Acrylic, Monoprint, Mixed Media
Abstract Expressionist Painting by William Georgenes, Dated 1962
By William Georgenes 1
Located in Peabody, MA
Georgenes. Titled on reverse "Looking Across the Fields and Watching the Birds Fly", painted in Greece, and
Category
1960s Greek Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Tempera
Richard Ginori Italian Art Deco Silver Overlaid Ceramic Bowl
By Richard Ginori
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
a silver overlay central scene of two birds perched on a branch watching a nearby butterfly. The
Category
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Silver
Mid Century Louis Icart Parasol Lithograph Print Art Deco Lady Paris 1928
By Louis Icart
Located in Dayton, OH
a a young woman seated on a stone bench, holding a paper parasol and watching birds nibble berries
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Paper
Birds Nest with Eggs by CURTIS JERE
Located in High Point, NC
Brass birds nest with pair Onyx birds watching over three oynx eggs mounted on onyx base by CURTIS
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Onyx, Brass
8 Fine Vintage Royal Worcester Hand Painted Game Plates, 10.5"
Located in South Coast, CA
the exquisite detail in each of the 8 miniature paintings of game birds found there. Each painting is
Category
20th Century English Vintage Bird Watching
Blue and Orange and Green
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Santa Fe, NM
. His strong sense of form and color has often been tied to his time in the military, affinity for bird
Category
1960s Contemporary Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Lithograph
Bird Nest Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in High Point, NC
Beautiful sculpture of brass birds nest with two alabaster birds sitting on rim watching over a
Category
1980s American Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Alabaster, Stone, Brass
Goodbye Summer
By Alden Mason
Located in Palm Springs, CA
young boy, growing up as an outsider, he spent most of his time by himself outdoors bird watching
Category
1970s Abstract Vintage Bird Watching
Materials
Acrylic
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How Much is a Vintage Bird Watching?
The average selling price for a vintage bird watching we offer is $2,025, while they’re typically $180 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
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