Axe in Stump Cast Iron Paperweight
Located in Savannah, GA
An antique axe in stump cast iron paperweight. 5 inches wide by 2 inches deep by 4 ½ inches tall
Mid-20th Century Rustic Paperweights
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Axe in Stump Cast Iron Paperweight
Located in Savannah, GA
An antique axe in stump cast iron paperweight. 5 inches wide by 2 inches deep by 4 ½ inches tall
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French Empire Cast Iron Sphinx Paperweight, Early 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
French Empire Cast Iron Sphinx Paperweight, Early 19th Century A charming cast iron paperweight in the shape of a reclining sphinx, dating from the French Empire period, early 19t...
Iron
Antique Runestone Desk Ornament - Paperweight in Cast Iron, 1894
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This small scaled model in cast iron is dated 1894 and signed/marked in Danish to its back.
Iron
Antique Hubley Art Deco Cast Iron Modernist Black Cat Doorstop Paperweight 10"
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique Art Deco Hubley cast iron modernist black cat door stop. Dimensions: 5.25" x 4.5" x 10" (W x D x H)
Metal
$1,250 / set
Grouping of Cast Iron Miniature Buildings
Located in Norwalk, CT
Including monumental miniatures book.
Iron
Antique English Brass and Iron Fire Stop Paperweight Signed CSJ - Circa 1850
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique English Brass and Iron Fire Stop Paperweight Signed "CSJ," Circa 1850 A handsome and substantial mid-Victorian English brass and iron paperweight, traditionally known in Eng...
Brass, Cast Iron
Victorian Brass Knob and Bevelled Iron Paperweight, England 1840's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rectangular Solid Bevelled Iron and Brass Knob Paper Weight, Mid 19th Century. This truly charming Victorian desk accessory is very decorative and functional.
Brass, Iron
French Equestrian Horse Head Vide-Poche Ashtray Cast Iron circa 1940s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
French Equestrian Horse Head Vide-Poche / Ashtray, Cast Iron, circa 1940s A refined vintage equestrian catchall dish, cast in heavy metal and modeled as a sculptural horse head in pr...
Iron
Art Deco Stylized Cast Iron Doorstop Sphinx with Pyramid and Original Paint
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegantly cast Art Deco Stylized Sphinx with Pyramid and in original paint Door Stop. Finished on both sides and retains most of the original color.
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Large Carl Auböck Model #5072 'Chain' Nickel Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Carl Auböck Model #5072 'Chain' Nickel Paperweight Executed in nickel-plated cast iron and designed in the 1950s, this incredibly clean and refined Viennese paperweight is han...
Iron, Nickel
20th Century, Enzo Mari for Danese Paperweight Mod. Tokelau
By Enzo Mari, Danese Milano
Located in Turin, Turin
The paperweight is with a base in cast iron and polyurethane, the holder is in stainless steel.
Stainless Steel, Iron
Large Carl Auböck Model #5072 'Chain' Polished Brass Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck Model #5072 'Chain' polished brass paperweight. Executed in brass-plated cast iron and designed in the 1950s, this incredibly clean and refined Viennese paperweight is...
Brass, Iron
$326Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Braise Cast Iron Flat Press Laundry Trivet, France, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron trivet is particular Because it was created to put braises inside. This type of model represented a step forward for the laundress because it allowed to iron longer ...
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Bill Curry Design Line Threaded Nut Bookend, California Modern, 1960's
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in New York, NY
Bill Curry for Design Line Nut Bookend, Nickel Chrome, Cast Iron, Signed. Jumbo sized, heavy eight-sided nut form bookend with real threads, finished in nickeled chrome over iron. Th...
Chrome, Iron
$575Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Bearing, Graphite, English, Cast Iron, Ornament, Paperweight, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique engine bearing with graphite finish. An English, cast iron and bronze desk ornament or paperweight, and dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.
Iron
Pair of Small Cast Iron "When Pigs Fly" Paperweights / Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of whimsical cast iron "When Pigs Fly" paperweights / sculptures, circa 1980s.
Iron
Antique Dolphin Sculpture Paperclip Paperweight Cast Iron Aquatic Mammal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rare and outstanding sculpture of an expressive dolphin designed as a paperclip and a paperweight made out of cast iron. Its eyes are made out of glass and it can open its mouth and ...
Mid-Century Japanese Nambu Cast Ironware Flounder Fish Dish Trinket Paperweight
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A rare and uncommon piece of Nambu Cast Iron Serving Ware. It was design by Goro Mori, shaped like a flounder fish, made in the Iwate Prefecture of Japan. Mori's was a contemporary o...
Iron
Bill Curry Jacks Sculptures Bookends Paperweights for Design Line Vintage C.1967
By Bill Curry, Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage original handmade cast iron Jack, Jax, designed by Bill Curry of Design Line, 1967.
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Kyuzo Paperweight in Blue Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by materiality, these objects pro...
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Kyuzo Paperweight in Blackened Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by material-ity, these objects pr...
Iron
Origin Made Cast Hammer in Lacquered Cast Iron
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Porto, 13
The hammer is one of the most primitive tools invented that is still a very useful tool today. The Cast hammer is an object of beauty and function that fulfills our basic home improv...
Iron
Cast Iron Deceased Bird Paperweight
Located in Richmond, CA
Cast iron deceased bird paperweight with remnant gilt finish.
Iron, Bronze
Cast Iron Advertising Duck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 diminutive cast iron 'Weiskittel Baths' duck advertising paperweight or soap dish, all in as found painted surface and condition.
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Paperweight in Cast Iron, Empire Early 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
A Paperweight in cast iron. Empire early 19th Century, with period decor elements.
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Painted Cast Iron Door Stop
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron door stop with a flower basket design, circa 1880.
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19th C Cast Iron Promotional Fly Matchstick Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C cast iron fly matchstick box. Original gold enamel painted wings and black body. Promotional gift from a Screen and Door company. Stamped on the wings F.E. Schoenberg MFG. CO....
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Antique Rusty Flare Gun Paperweight
Located in Mexico City, MX
Antique rusty flare gun. The gun is useless and can be used as a paperweight.
Iron
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H 6 in W 3 in D 7.5 in
Antique Hubley Painted Cast Iron Equestrian Horse Figurine Paperweight Statue
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Dayton, OH
Original Circa 1930s Hubley Manufacturing Co. Equestrian cast iron mare paperweight.
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Pair of Jack Jax Bookends by Bill Curry for Design Line
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern decorative jack bookends by Bill Curry. Made of heavy cast iron. Great bookend, paperweight or iconic Mid-Century Modern decor made of iron.
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Vintage Scottie Dog Cast Iron Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful vintage Scottie dog cast iron paperweight, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 3.75"W x 1.75"D x 3"H.
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H 8.47 in W 9.85 in D 3.94 in
Antique Engine Bearing, Polished, English, Cast Iron, Paperweight, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique engine bearing with polished finish. An English, cast iron and bronze desk ornament or paperweight, and dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.
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H 3 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Victorian Cast Iron Kewpie Duck Paperweight Statuette Metal Arts Blacksmith Bird
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare cast iron Kewpie duck object, possibly made in England, circa 1850s. We have seen copies but never one this old. Weighs almost 2.5 lbs. and is 4 inches long.
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Artist-Made Cast Iron Toast
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully whimsical artist-made cast iron piece of toast. Why? Who cares, it's fun!
Iron
Mid-Century Japanese Iron Kewpie Paperweights Sculptures Metal Arts Birds
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of cast iron Kewpie birds; mother and child. Large one weighs approx. 2.5 lbs. and is 4 inches long, small one is about a third of that.
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Antique Floral Bouquet Cast Iron Door Stop
Located in New York, NY
Charming cast iron doorstop with a cheerful flower basket design, made in England circa 1880. Sturdy and functional, the doorstop has a wonderful painted finish in a pastel palette. ...
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H 4.13 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Cast Iron Japanese Dancers Paper Weights
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a pair of cast iron Japanese dancers paper weights, Japan, circa 1960s. Beautiful patina, gold painted. Unmarked. Dimensions: Dancer #1, 4 1/8" H x 2 3/4", ...
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19th Century cast iron book press by Army and Navy CSL
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century cast iron book press by army and navy csl circa 1890. Fine quality book press by army & navy c.S.L . Army and navy co-operative society limited was formed in 1871 by b...
Brass, Iron
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H 0.45 in Dm 0.69 in
1800s Bollard Paperweight Victorian Machinist Factory Office Salesman Promotion
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful pair of ephemera tools, relics from the Midwests' past on your desk. Company markings, date established, impressed. Sold as set of two.
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H 5.5 in W 6.25 in D 3.75 in
3 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Sad Flat Press Laundry Cloth Irons Trivet
Located in Dayton, OH
1991 California Set of three antique sad irons / flat irons, sized for pressing different items, one “standard” size, one medium narrower with painted accents, and one small one with...
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1920's Original Painted Iron Frog Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920's original painted iron frog doorstop. Painted green body and yellow belly. The frog can also be used as a Garden Ornament.
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Cast Iron Pagoda Censer or Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and heavy cast iron Pagoda censer. lovely for burning incense, a small, yet quiet statement piece - A compliment to any shelf or console and also a nice addition to any g...
Iron
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H 8.47 in W 9.85 in D 3.94 in
Antique Engine Bearing, English, Cast Iron, Bronze, Desk, Paperweight, Ornament
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique engine bearing with waxed finish. An English, cast iron and bronze desktop paperweight or ornament, and dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900.
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H 5 in W 2 in D 5.25 in
Antique Cast Iron US Navy Frigate Constitution Nautical Ship Bookend Paperweight
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique ironside with a bronzed finish, depicting the United States Naval frigate / galleon / clipperThe Constitution on a rectangular base. "USS Constitution, also known as Old Iro...
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Silvered Cast Iron Monkey
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1217 Heavy silvered cast iron finely detailed monkey sculpture / paperweight.
Iron
Bill Curry Jacks Sculptures Bookends Paperweights for Design Line 1967
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage original handmade cast iron Jack, Jax, designed by Bill Curry of Design Line, 1967.
Iron
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H 6.58 in W 7 in D 6.5 in
Vintage Pair of Atomic Jacks Bookends, Doorstop or Paperweight Bill Curry
By Bill Curry
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage pair of 1950s atomic era, Mid-Century Modern iron jacks-jax. The pair are functional as bookends, door stops, paper weights or decorative accents. Nice well worn metallic pat...
Iron
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H 1.5 in Dm 3.5 in
Cowboy Hat Nickel Plate Paperweight Rough Rider 1st US Volunteer Calvary Western
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful very old paperweight, sculpture of a rough rider cowboy hat. 3.5 inch diameter and weighs approx. 10 ounces. Has been cleaned and polished.
Iron, Nickel
Pair of Jack Jax Bookends by Bill Curry for Design Line
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern decorative jack bookends by Bill Curry. Made of heavy cast iron. Great bookend, paperweight or iconic Mid-Century Modern decor made of iron.
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Jack Bookend
By Bill Curry
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern decorative jack bookend by Bill Curry. Made of heavy cast iron. Great bookend, paperweight or iconic Mid-Century Modern decor made of iron.
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Victorian Dark Patinated Cast Iron Paperweight in the Form of a Ladies Hand
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The good quality dark patinated cast iron novelty desk or paperweight, finely modelled as a dainty female hand to a bejewelled lace cuff, having a cabochon ring to the index finger a...
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19th C. Iron Cat Paperweight
Located in North Egremont, MA
Very unusual and sculptural cast iron paperweight in the form of a cat. great surface.
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Cast Iron Fork Mold
Located in Round Top, TX
Polished cast iron fork mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.
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Cast Iron Spoon Mold
Located in Round Top, TX
Polished cast iron spoon mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.
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Cast Iron Hound Dog Clip
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa early 20th century desk wall art clip or bill holder. The piece is composed of cast iron in the shape of a hound dog with original patina and no structural damage. Particular d...
Metal
Set of Antique Cast Iron Chinese Weight Measures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of solid cast iron Chinese scale weights, each showing great patina. These tactile pieces from Shanxi Province are great for shelf or desk display and use. Sold as a...
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Cast Iron Boston Terrier Paper Weight
Located in Essex, MA
A small painted cast iron Boston Terrier figural paperweight, the alert dog, standing with head turned and ears cocked on an oval plinth.
Iron
Cast Iron Spoon Mold
Located in Round Top, TX
Polished cast iron spoon mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.
Iron
Cast Iron Fork Mold
Located in Round Top, TX
Polished cast iron fork mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.
Iron
Cast Iron Hound Dog Paper Holder
Located in Stamford, CT
Cast iron hound dog desk paper holder that features a clipping mechanism to clip bills, papers and other notes, circa early 20th century.
Iron
1940s Double-Sided Cast Iron Newsstand Paper Weights
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Wonderful cast iron double-sided "Time" magazine and "Life" magazine newsstand paper weights. Considered a fixture in the 1940s on city newsstands. By Mortimer Spiller Co.
$60,727Sale Price|20% Off
H 104.34 in W 153.55 in D 19.69 in
Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Complete antique pharmacy cabinet, with 3 open bookcases on the sides, 1 bookcase with drawers and 2 original doors with glass and enameled mirror sign. Built in the mid-19th century...
Glass, Walnut
French Empire Style Console Jardinere, 19th Century
Located in El Monte, CA
This unique French Empire-stye console table, which also functions as a jardinere, is a masterpiece of neoclassical design infused with Empire motifs. Featuring a demilune shape, the...
Marble, Bronze
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
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The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
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The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.