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World War II Munition Trench Art Brass "Catch All"
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique military munition trench art, solid brass "catch all", circa 1920s. The piece is in great
Category

Early 20th Century American Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Iron and Brass Catch All Shelf Magazine Rack
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and dramatic iron and brass two-tier stand, functions as a magazine rack or catch all for a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

F.Lli Mannelli Travertine and Brass Catch-All for Raymor
By Raymor, Fratelli Mannelli
Located in New York, NY
This piece has removable brass insert which has acquired nice patina. Curated by FERRER.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Brass Sea Shell Catch All
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass sea shell catch all / decorative dish.
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Brass Sea Shell Catch All
Brass Sea Shell Catch All
H 5 in W 13 in D 14 in
Pair of Mexican Brass Parrot Sculpture / Catch All
By Los Castillos
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Mexican brass and abalone shell decorative parrot sculptures attributed to Los Castillo
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

Solid Patinated Brass Seashell Conch Catch It All / Planter
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful decorative solid patinated brass conch, can be used as a planter or catch it all, circa
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Rattan & Brass 10" Catch All Bowl
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian rattan and brass bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi Coiled rattan vessel
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Rattan & Brass 5" Catch All Bowl
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian rattan and brass bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi Coiled rattan vessel
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Rattan & Brass 9" Catch All Bowl
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian rattan and brass bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi Coiled rattan vessel
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

American Classic solid Polished Brass Duck Catch it all Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare collectible solid polished brass, duck catch it all.
Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

1950's Brass Patinated Bird Bowl Ashtray Catch it All
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical patinated sold brass bird ashtray circa 1950's great piece original finish, can be used
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Fontana Arte Catch All Glass Bowl Brass, Italy Mid Century
By Fontana Arte
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare catch-all, standing bowl from the 1960, Fontana Arte, MIlano Rare catch-all standing bowl
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Attributed Catch All
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome green leather catchall attributed to Jacques Adnet with brass buckle.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather

Jacques Adnet Attributed Catch All
Jacques Adnet Attributed Catch All
H 5.5 in W 5 in D 4.5 in
Mid Century Italian Rattan and Brass 10" Catch All Bowl
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian rattan and brass bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi Coiled rattan vessel
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Pair of Solid Polished Brass Small Bowls Catch-it-all
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of solid brass leaf shape bowls one small one 6.5" long the other 7.75" long, circa
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Hermès Blue and Brown Catch All
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès catch all desk tray in blue and brown leather. The "Evelyne H" is stamped on the brown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French For The Desk

Pair of Mid Century Italian Rattan & Brass Oval Catch All Nesting Baskets
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid Century Italian Rattan & Brass Oval Catch All Nesting Baskets Coiled rattan vessels
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

Italian Cast Brass Large Decorative Catch All Tray or Vide-Poche, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful large bowl made of solid brass in the shape of a leaf. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Brass and Marbleized Resin Vide-Poche or Catch All, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
with an inset polished brass dish and green felt backing. Made in Italy, circa 1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Five Petal Flower Ashtray or Catch-all C1960s Italy
By Gucci
Located in Trensacq, FR
table or drinks trolley that will work equally well as a decorative catch-all on a hallway console or
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Modernist Italian Inlay Stone Eye Bronze Bowl Catch All Ring Dish
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Italian brass with stone inlay bronze bowl, catch all or ring dish. Finely crafted with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Calipso Catch-All Tray in Wood with Corno Italiano Inlays, Mod. 5307s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Set up a stylish spot for your keys, cards and other trinkets with Calipso catch-all tray. Sitting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Chrome

Ben Siebel Iron Stand and Ashtray Catch All by Jenfred Ware 1950s
By Jenfred Ware, Ben Seibel, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware brass bowl and iron stand. Originally designed as a smoking stand, but
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Pewter & Brass Metal Cachepot
Located in Stamford, CT
Pewter and brass cachepot with brass ring pulls. Versatile design perfect as a planter or catch all
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Modern Brass Letter Opener
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful modern brass letter opener, circa 20th century, Europe. Dimension: 9.94" long/wide
Category

20th Century European Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Modern Brass Letter Opener
Modern Brass Letter Opener
H 0.25 in W 9.94 in D 1.13 in
Golden brass sprue drops
Located in Glasgow, GB
unocated golden brass, and the hook is made from gold filled wire. They are gently textured and are
Category

2010s Scottish Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Silver ...

Golden brass sprue drops
Golden brass sprue drops
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W 0.4 in L 0.99 in
Large Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture
By Anthony Redmile London
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large brass sea turtle sculpture / decorative box / catch all. Shell is polished brass and rest of
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Large Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture
Large Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture
H 7 in W 28 in D 19 in
Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture / Box
By Anthony Redmile London
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass sea turtle sculpture / decorative box / catch all. Shell is in polished brass and the rest of
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture / Box
Brass Sea Turtle Sculpture / Box
H 5 in W 17 in D 12 in
Brass Bird Urn Vase
By Joseph Horne Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass Bird Urn vase - lovely decorative piece or great for small arrangements or plantings on the
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Brass

Brass Bird Urn Vase
Brass Bird Urn Vase
H 5 in W 9 in D 1.5 in
Malachite and Brass Catchall Tray
Located in Miami, FL
Oval malachite catch-all tray with brass rim. The vintage videpoche bowl (2 available for sale
Category

20th Century European Hollywood Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Malachite, Brass

Malachite and Brass Catchall Tray
Malachite and Brass Catchall Tray
H 1.5 in W 8.75 in D 6.62 in
Golden brass kidney bean pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
golden brass, and is finished with a matte sheen to subtly catch the light when worn. No two are the
Category

2010s Scottish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Silver ...

Golden brass kidney bean pendant
Golden brass kidney bean pendant
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W 0.4 in L 0.79 in
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome coat stand / valet by Jacques Adnet. Valet has an iron base, brass frame in a bamboo
Category

Vintage 1950s French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
H 44.25 in W 18.5 in D 16 in
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome coat stand or valet by Jacques Adnet. Entire top and bottom wrapped in leather with brass
Category

Vintage 1950s French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet
H 45.5 in W 21.5 in D 12.25 in
Large staple earrings in golden brass
Located in Glasgow, GB
Elegant stud earrings made from forged brass wire, formed into a half folded square. The polished
Category

2010s Scottish Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass, Silver Plate, Silver, Vermeil, Gold Plate, 24k G...

Large staple earrings in golden brass
Large staple earrings in golden brass
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H 0.06 in W 0.99 in L 2.37 in
Set of Three Brass Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
living room or family room as well. With a simple yet stylish design, these tables will catch the eye of
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Three Brass Nesting Tables
Set of Three Brass Nesting Tables
H 19.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
brass ring separators giving it the classic Adnet bamboo design. Leather wrapped catch-all and coat/pant
Category

Vintage 1950s French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Valet, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
brass ring separators giving it the classic Adnet bamboo design. Leather wrapped catch-all and coat/pant
Category

Vintage 1950s French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Mid Century Modern Shell Brass Tone Tray
Located in Seattle, WA
Brass Toned Catch-All Tray. Slight Petina on the Top and bottom . Vintage Condition Consistent with
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Waypoint Centerpiece, Antique Brass, by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
dramatic lines and symmetry of this catch-all make a powerful statement for your favorite curio
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Futurist Centerpieces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel, Sheet Metal

Malachite Oval Bowls with Brass Rim - a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous pair of brass mounted oval malachite catch-all trays or decorative bowls. The vintage
Category

20th Century European Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Malachite, Brass

Solid Brass French Ash Tray with Coat of Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acquired in Paris France, a solid brass ashtray or catch all that has a Coat of Arms or Crest with
Category

20th Century French Barware

Materials

Brass

Brass Box with Yellow Guilloche and Enamel Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hypnotic patinated Patterned brass with yellow guilloche enamel lid... This piece looks great
Category

20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Brass Chrome Basket Magazine Rack, Italy, circa 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vienna, AT
Magazine stand or catch-all basket, Italy mid century Vintage magazine basket from interwoven
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Console, Cherry Wood, Brass Drawers, Handmade in Germany
By Eckehard Weimann
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
Console noble and extravagant. the oval body catches the eye. Made of solid cherry wood, the
Category

2010s German Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Bamboo and Brass Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
brass and has got a removeable bronzed oval bowl to catch the rain. Although all the brass pieces have
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Bamboo and Brass Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1950s
Midcentury Bamboo and Brass Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1950s
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H 19.3 in W 14.97 in D 8.67 in
Italian Designed Egidio Casagrande Hammered Brass Footed Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental Egidio Casagrande Italian hammered footed bowl in brass. A rare and handsome bowl
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Ernesto Valabrega Sideboard in Stained Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, sideboard, stained oak, brass, Italy, circa 1935 This sideboard by Italian
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted wood and brass wall-mounted shelf
By Huy Lam
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stained with polished brass inlay. This piece measures 15"h x 12.75"w x 4.75"d and mounts to the wall
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted S...

Materials

Brass

Golden brass kidney bean drops
Located in Glasgow, GB
earrings. They are cast from real kidney beans in golden brass, and the post is made from gold filled wire
Category

2010s Scottish Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver, Vermeil, Gold Plate, 24k Gold, 22...

Golden brass kidney bean drops
Golden brass kidney bean drops
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W 0.4 in L 0.99 in
Moroccan Brass Tray Moorish Islamic Metalwork 13 inches Diameter
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique 1940s Moroccan Brass Tray Hand Hammered with Moorish design, Islamic Metalwork. Dimension
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Islamic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gondola Form Oblong Polished Brass Decorative / Fruit Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hollywood Regency-style oblong brass serving/decorative bowl (ca 1970s, USA). Newly
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Hammered Brass jardinière with Lion Handle with Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval brass hammered jardinière with paw feet, the lion handles are a great touch - a great oval
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted wood and brass wall-mounted shelf
By Huy Lam
Located in Philadelphia, PA
joinery, burned and stained with polished brass inlay. This piece measures 4"h x 15"w x 3.25"d and mounts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Duck Head Vide Poche Trinket Valet Tray
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted decorative vintage collectible brass valet tray duck head shape. Beautiful handcrafted
Category

Mid-20th Century European Folk Art Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Ornate Chinoiserie Polished Brass Bar Cart c. 1955
Located in Saint Louis, MO
inch. Heavy cast engraved brass reminiscent of Baroque style pieces. The cart catches light beautifully
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chinoiserie Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

'DIVAN 2', 550, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by LYFA
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Paris, FR
Divan 2, Size 550, Pendant Lamp in Solid brass by LYFA Size : H 71.8cm W 55cm D 55cm Inside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

'DIVAN 2', 700, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by LYFA
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Paris, FR
Divan 2, Size 700, Pendant Lamp in Solid brass by LYFA Size : H 91.4cm W 70cm D 70cm Inside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

'DIVAN 2', 400, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by LYFA
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Paris, FR
Divan 2, Size 400, Pendant Lamp in Solid brass by LYFA Size : H 52.2cm W 40cm D 40cm Inside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

'DIVAN 2', 245, Pendant Lamp in Solid Brass by LYFA
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Paris, FR
Divan 2, Size 245, pendant lamp in solid brass by LYFA Size : H 31.9cm W 24.5cm D 24.5cm Inside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pendant in Black Brass and Crystal by Ghirò Studio
By Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
The pendant gives a touch of elegance and refinement. Even on its own it catches the eye without
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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Brass Catch All For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the brass catch all you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, every brass catch all was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a brass catch all, we have 371 options in-stock, while there are 42 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer brass catch all, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right brass catch all, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one brass catch all that is appealing in its simplicity, but Louis Vuitton, Jacques Adnet and Greenapple produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Brass Catch All?

Prices for a brass catch all start at $35 and top out at $75,000 with the average selling for $2,160.
Questions About Brass Catch All
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a brass bed will tarnish unless it is properly cared for and lacquered. To prevent tarnishing, you can use linseed oil with a soft terry towel. On 1stDibs, you can find antique brass beds from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To shine brass candlesticks, first determine whether they’re lacquered or brass-plated. If so, shine them with a soft cloth. If not, use a high quality brass polish according to directions — wash the brass in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap. You'll find a variety of solid brass candlesticks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Brass andirons are not only beautiful to look at, but they keep logs from rolling out of the fireplace. They serve as a gate to keep the logs in place.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gongs are made out of brass. The percussion instrument can also be made out of bronze and many other types of alloys. You can shop a collection of Chinese and antique gongs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To refurbish brass candlesticks, start by removing any wax. Then, combine one tablespoon of salt with a half cup of white vinegar and mix in white flour to create a paste. Use a soft cloth to cover the entire candlestick with the substance. Let it rest for 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water and drying with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage brass candlesticks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can update an old brass chandelier in many ways. Refinish it with spray paint to give it a more modern hue or slip new sleeves over the candles. You can also add embellishments like crystals to the frame. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chandeliers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a brass fire surround, mix equal parts flour, salt and vinegar to make a paste. Then rub the mixture onto brass and wipe off. Repeat the process with one tablespoon salt and two tablespoons vinegar in one pint of warm water. Shop a selection of brass fire surrounds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Common brass bed parts are called post finials, finial ball washers, bolt covers and rails. Brass bed frames usually have a headboard and footboard made from brass with frame rails made from steel or brass. Shop a collection of brass beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To care for an old brass bed, buff and polish it regularly using a soft, dry cloth. To remove discoloration, moisten a sponge or soft rag with lemon juice or distilled vinegar and a sprinkle of salt. Then, use the cloth to rub the metal. Find a selection of brass beds on 1stDibs.