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Japanese Cloisonne' Brass and Enamel Oversized Frog
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese Cloisonne oversized hand made brass and enamel frog sculpture.
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass, Enamel
1940s Stiffel Brass and Enamel Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Circa 1940s.
Hollywood regency.
Stiffel brass and enamel lamp.
Works perfectly.
Very heavy.
Brass
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Art Deco Brass and Enamel Letter Rack
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Art Deco Brass and Enamel letter rack
Art Deco Brass and Enamel letter rack. Classic art deco
Category
Early 20th Century German Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Pair of Two-Arm Brass and Enameled Metal Sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of two-arm brass and enameled metal sconces.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Brass and Enameled Three-Arm Chandelier, Angelo Lelli
Located in New York, NY
Italian Modern Brass and Enameled Three-Arm Chandelier, Angelo Lelli.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Pair of Brass and Enamel "Triennale" Table Lamps
By Arteluce
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These 2 brass and enamel Triennale style table lamps are in exceptional shape. Circa, 1950's, this
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
A French Art Deco Gilt Brass and Enamel Uplighter
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A brass and enamel uplighter with roundels to stem and conical graduating brass shade. Scratches to
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage solid brass and enamel Chinese export trinket box.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage Chinese export solid brass and enamel trinket box. This solid brass box has four
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Brass and Enameled Metal Table Lamp, Stilnovo Inspired, Switzerland, 1950
By BAG Turgi
Located in Renens, CH
Brass and enameled metal table lamp, Stilnovo inspired, Switzerland 1950.
This swiss lamp probably
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 14.18 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Set of Three Jean Boris Lacroix Acrylic Brass and Enameled Steel Ceiling Light
By Boris Jean Lacroix, Robert Caillat
Located in Rovereta, SM
A set of three Jean Boris Lacroix Acrylic, brass and enameled steel ceiling lights
Manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
H 50.79 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Brass and Enamel Indian Serviette Rings A lovely set of Napkin Rings
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Brass and Enamel Indian Serviette Rings
A lovely set of Napkin Rings, made in brass with relief
Category
Vintage 1940s Anglo-Indian Tableware
Materials
Brass
Lisbon Brass and Enamel Torchiere
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
with a polished brass stem and three perforated enamel bowls of light, each featuring a double socket
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Enamel, Brass
3-Piece Smoking Set in Brass and Enamelled Wood, made in Italy, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
3-piece smoking set in brass and enamelled wood, made in Italy, 1970s
Consisting of lighter
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass
Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely and vibrant pair of brass bookends with Foo Dog repousse in brilliant enamel colors - well
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bookends
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass and Enameled Table or Desk Lamp by Gerald Thurston
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in San Diego, CA
High quality mid-century brass and enameled metal table or desk lamp by Gerald Thurston for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Brass and Enamel Branch Wall Sculpture in the Manner of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular 1970s large brass and enamel wall sculpture in the manner of Curtis Jeré. The
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Twelve Arm Brass and Enamel Chandelier by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful and sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Twelve Arm Brass and Enamel Chandelier is by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Antique Chinese Cinnabar, Brass and Enamel Box
Located in Miami, FL
A crisply carved antique Chinese red cinnabar lacquer lidded round box with blue enamel interior
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Vintage Japanese Brass and Enameled Champleve Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional vintage early 20th century champleve brass vase. Features a vibrant enamel design
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Japanese Brass and Enamel Champleve Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wonderful vintage Japanese champleve table lamp. Features a brass build with multicolored enamel
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Brass and Enameled Metal Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of wall sconces made of a white enameled adjustable cone and brass arm and backplate
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
ASTER Brass and Enamel Chandelier by Blueprint Lighting, 2017
By Arteluce, Robert Sonneman, Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
thoroughly!
ASTER: a chic, simple brass chandelier with enameled spun aluminum orbs by Blue Print Lighting
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
Vintage Pair of Brass and Enamel Stilnovo Wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in East Hampton, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo wall sconces in high polished brass and off-white arrow-shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Art Deco Brass And Enamel Clock, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
brass with a patterned border which is filled with green black and white enamel. Full working order.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Pair of Continental Brass and Enamel Floral Candelabras
Located in New York, NY
exterior embellishment structure with candle holders interspersed among blue enameled and antiqued brass
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Candelabras
Materials
Enamel
Pair of Italian Stilnovo Style Brass and Enamel Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Troy, MI
plates, brass tube stems, white enameled metal blooms and clear crystal accents. Sconces have been
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Israeli Brass and Enamel Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Brass Hanukkah lamp, Israel, 1950s. Enamel over brass. Marked on bottom, "made in Israel." The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Israeli Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel shades
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel shades
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shades fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handcrafted in Italy by Fabio Ltd, shown in un-lacquered natural brass frame with white, gray, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handcrafted in Italy by Fabio Ltd, shown in un-lacquered natural brass frame with white, gray, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 8-arm round chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 8-arm round chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Midcentury Italian Brass and Enameled Steel Sconces, 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Chicago, IL
Stilux, 1950s. Beautiful brass details with original switch and screw functional. Steel shades are
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Steel
1 of 2 Unique Ballroom Chandelier brass and enameled glass, 1950s
Located in Berlin, BE
) fine hand-drawn (white enamel) glass balls are 6" in diameter. The brass surfaces are very good with
Category
Vintage 1950s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural sputnik chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Italian Modern Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly sculptural sputnik chandelier shown in un-lacquered natural brass with black enamel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Chandelier in Brass and Enamel Colour Cones, 1950 s, Italy
Located in Vienna, Austria
Italian pendant lamp from the 1950's. Five arms extending from a brass reflector, each arm has a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Anglo Indian Pair of Brass and Enamel Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of Anglo Indian table lamps crafted in cast brass with engraved geometric and floral
Category
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Kyes Moire’ Glaze Brass and Enamel Green Tray 1960s
By Kyes Company
Located in San Diego, CA
composed of hammered metal with an enamel finish and double brass handles with ornate Greek key design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Enamel
'Solana' Wall Mount Reading Lamp in Walnut, Brass and Enamel, Blueprint Lighting
By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in Natural Brass and Perfect White enamel
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Aluminum
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
Pair of GCME Midcentury Brass and Enamelled Aluminum Italian Tulip Sconces 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing pair of design wall lamps from in brass, matt ivory and enamelled aluminium. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal, Aluminum
H 11.42 in W 3.94 in D 4.73 in
'Solana' Wall Mount Lamp in Ebonized Walnut, Brass and Enamel Blueprint Lighting
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in Natural Brass and Perfect White enamel
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Enamel
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
Vintage Mid Century Kyes Moire’ Glaze Brass and Enamel Green Tray 1960s
By Kyes Company
Located in San Diego, CA
composed of hammered metal with an enamel finish and double brass handles with ornate Greek key design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Modernist Abstract Brass and Enamel Wall Sculpture by C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic modernist contemporary wall art sculpture. Brass and black enamel construction. Retains
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Abstract Brass and Enamel Wall Sculpture 1960s
By Santora
Located in Troy, MI
construction with blue and green enamel bowties
Unmarked
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Midcentury Wood Brass and Enameled Metal Serving Bar Cart and Bottle Holder 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury wood bar cart in with a stunning black metal structure with brass finishes and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 26.38 in W 30.71 in D 16.93 in
Italian Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural table lamp shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shade fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural table lamp shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shade fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural table lamp shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shade fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Italian Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Enamel by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant sculptural table lamp shown in un-lacquered natural brass with ivory shade fabricated in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Stilnovo, Massive Pair of Three Bowl Sconces in Brass and Enamel, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
shallow bowls, in black enamel with white interior, float on the upper third of a polished brass shaft
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Enamel
H 87 in W 11 in D 13 in
Multi Color Brass and Enamel Box in the Style Of Hermes
By Gio Ponti, Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Mid Century Enamel box with brass divisions - the colors are phenomenal and inviting
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
Mid Century Modern Abstract Table Sculpture in Brass and Enamel circa 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Troy, MI
ribbon form with colorful blocks of applied enamel and melt coat brass on iron hairpin base.
Unsigned
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
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Brass And Enamel For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal brass and enamel for your home. Each brass and enamel for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Find 12366 options for an antique or vintage brass and enamel now, or shop our selection of 1333 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a brass and enamel — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right brass and enamel, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made brass and enamel over the years, but those crafted by Stilnovo, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro and form A are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Prices for a brass and enamel start at $1 and top out at $418,452 with the average selling for $2,501.
Questions About Brass And Enamel
- What is Japanese enamel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese enamel is a material made by blending pigments with a binder made of oil and gum. Japanese artisans use it to produce vases, boxes, tableware, lighting fixtures and other objects. Find a collection of Japanese enamel decorative objects and art on 1stDibs.
- What is Battersea enamel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Produced in the mid-18th century, Battersea is a type of decorated enamelware created by painting designs over the top of a soft white enamel surface. You can shop a selection of Battersea enamel pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is an enamel ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An enamel ring is a piece of jewelry in which the metal has been coated with enamel. Enamel is the fusion of powdered glass to metal, and artists like enameling because it allows them to add an illustrative quality to their work. Enamel is fused to metals using very high temperatures. Check out the various enamel rings from different artists and from the 18th to 21st centuries on 1stDibs.
- What is French enamel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French enamel is a type of decoration produced by applying liquid glass to metal. The French company Limoges popularized the technique during the 16th century, producing jewelry and decorative objects with intricately painted portraits, flowers and landscape scenes. You'll find a collection of French enamel furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
- What is enamel jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Enamel jewelry is a type of decorative accessory produced by applying melted glass onto metal. The practice of producing enamel jewelry traces back to the work of goldsmiths of Mycenae done during the 13th century BCE. Find a range of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021Enamel is a decorative technique in which colored and powdered glass is vitrified and fused to metal or ceramic. Cloisonne is a type of enamel work. The word cloisonné comes from the French word cloison, meaning to divide or partition. Cloisonne uses wire to separate various colors of enamel to create patterns and images.- What is black enamel jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Black enamel jewelry was trendy during the Victorian period, and black enamel was popular with designers of Victorian mourning jewelry. Enameling is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration, used to add color to jewelry without having to rely on gemstones. Evidence of enameling goes back to ancient Greece. Monochromatic enameling is also called grisaille, and it begins with a piece of metal jewelry. An artisan applies a thin coating of black powdered glass and then paints a design over top. After that, the maker adds more layers of powdered glass to darken the color and offset the painted image. The finished piece then gets fired at an extremely high temperature to set the enamel. Explore a selection of black enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Limoges enamel technique involves layering molten glass and painting on them. Then, artisans paint over the surface with white to mute the artwork. This method of creating pottery and decorative objects dates back to 12th-century France. Find a selection of Limoges enamel ware 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How to tell if enamel is real depends on what type of item you are attempting to authenticate. Generally, you should look for evidence that the enamel is not simply a painted finish. A licensed appraiser experienced in the type of item can assist you with determining the authenticity of it. You'll find a wide range of enamel ware on 1stDibs.
- What is enamel jewelry made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Enamel jewelry is made out of glass and precious metal. The type of glass used to produce enamel jewelry is usually a mix of quartz sand, iron oxide, potassium oxide and borax. Artisans apply this molten mixture to precious metal and then fire it at extremely high temperatures to produce a sleek, hard enamel surface. Explore a wide variety of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between porcelain and enamel signs is their materials. Porcelain signs are crafted out of ceramic material formed out of clay, while enamel signs are metal with a glassy coating. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage signs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Hermès enamel bracelets feature a layer of enamel over top of metal. Trim is usually plated yellow gold, rose gold or palladium. The luxury fashion house created its first enamel bracelet in 1976. Shop a collection of Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a brass sextant?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A brass sextant is a generally popular collectible for display on bookcases or mantels at home, and those created in Victorian, Industrial, and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. It is a traditional nautical instrument that was first used by sailors over 200 years ago to calculate global position by measuring the position of stars above the horizon. They are often made from brass, metal and wood. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary brass sextants from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a brass footman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A brass footman is a stand that would be used to hold dishes in front of a fire, allowing them to stay warm before a meal was served on them. This antique piece of furniture was commonly made of brass, but some were crafted from other metals, such as steel. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage brass footman pieces.
- What is a brass jardinière?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A brass jardinière is a planter crafted from brass. It is typically cylindrical in shape, and may feature side handles to make it easier to move, or feet to give it elevated style. It may also feature intricate designs. On 1stDibs, find an array of brass jardinières.
- What is a brass scale?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
- What is brass sextant?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sextant is a nautical tool made from brass, used by sailors to measure the angle of the stars above the horizon to help calculate their ship’s global position. A sextant includes an index mirror, sun filters, a horizon mirror, an adjustable arc and a 2x magnifying scope. You’ll find a variety of sextants from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is solid brass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The value of brass varies in price depending on the type. Red brass is usually more valuable than yellow brass, with red brass usually selling for approximately $1.75 / pound and yellow brass selling for around $1.55 / pound.
- Is brass used in weapons?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In some cases, yes. Brass is a metal that was used for gun bullets. However, the metal is malleable and at the time of its discovery, weapons were already being made of stronger iron and steel. You can find a selection of brass weaponry from some of the world’s top enthusiasts on 1stDibs.
- What color is antique brass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.