1920’s Felix The Cat Wooden and Leather Toy
Located in Chicago, IL
1920’s Felix The Cat Wooden and Leather Toy This 1920s Felix the Cat toy is a collectible vintage
Leather, Wood, Paint
"Cat Boat" Mechanical Toy Penny Bank, American, circa 1968
By Utexiqual Products
Located in Incline Village, NV
enthusiasts and bank collectors; perhaps a collector of "cat" memorabelia as well. The theme depicts two
Aluminum, Iron, Tin
"Organ Bank" with Cat and Dog, circa 1882, American
By Kyser & Rex Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
This American cast iron bank known as "Organ Bank" (Cat and Dog), was manufactured by Kyser & Rex
Iron
Seated "Cat with a Bow" Still Bank, American, circa 1922
By Grey Iron Casting Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Cat with a Bow Seated" cast iron still bank is a difficult bank to acquire and is listed in Andy
Iron
"Cat With A Bow Seated" Still Bank, American, circa 1970
By John Wright Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Cat With A Bow Seated" cast iron still bank is a re-issue of a bank by the same name and same
Iron
Spelter Still Bank "Seated Cat with a Bow" German, circa 1920
Located in Incline Village, NV
, most minor restorations are acceptable. This particular spelter bank is called "Seated Cat with a Bow
Spelter
Steiff collection Cats, Germany, Mid 20th Century
By Steiff
Located in Delft, NL
Steiff collection Cats, Germany, Mid 20th Century Five cats, 4 of which are filled with straw. Two
Fabric
$4,858
H 7.49 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in
Mint Complete 2004 First Series Scarygirl Vinyl Toy Set by Nathan Jurevicius
Located in Weesp, NL
Treedweller, a highly sought-after centerpiece figure Produced in 2004 by cult toy company Flying Cat
Plastic
$550 / item
H 16 in W 21 in D 14.5 in
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Iron Tassel Frame Pet Cat Dog Bed or Doll Bed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Iron Tassel Frame Pet Cat Dog Bed or Doll Bed. Item featured is a
Iron
$890
H 7 in W 11 in D 2.5 in
Libuse Niklova Accordion Squeaky Toy Cat „Tomcat“ by Fatra, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming Classic vintage plastic squeaky toy cat „Liba, the tomcat“ with accordion body, designed
Plastic
Vitra Wooden Doll Large Cat by Alexander Girard
By Vitra, Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
collection of folk art. Part decorative object, part toy, the Wooden Dolls are based on originals from the
Wood, Fir
Vitra Wooden Doll Cat Small by Alexander Girard
By Vitra, Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
collection of Folk Art. Part decorative object, part toy, the wooden dolls are based on originals from the
Wood, Fir
1940s Sylvester the Cat Mechanical Plush Toy Window Advertising
Located in Orange, CA
Vintage rare moving plush toy, in good condition. Believed to have been made for a department store
19thc Cast Iron Folky Cat Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FOLKY 19THC ORIGINAL TRACES OF PAINT CAT PENNY BANK.THE FORM IS FANTASTIC AND CONDITION IS GOOD.
Iron
FOLKY EARLY 20THC LARGE VELVET CAT W/ GLASS EYES
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS FANTASTIC ,FOLKY,FUN BLACK CAT HAS ARRIVED JUST BEFORE HALLOWEEN.IT IS THE COOLEST CAT EVER.IT
Sold
H 17 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Papier Mâché Puss in Boots French Automation Cat Made by CESAR France, 1947
Located in London, GB
Papier mâché puss in boots French automation cat made by CESAR France, 1947 We are proud to offer
Paper
17th Century Manner of Johannes Fijt, Killer Cat Oil on Canvas
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A dark and striking image of a snarling cat toying with a bird 17th century in age, European in
Canvas, Velvet
Sold
H 7 in W 11 in D 2.5 in
Libuse Niklova Accordion Squeaky Toy Cat „Tomcat“ by Fatra, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming Classic vintage plastic squeaky toy cat „Liba, the tomcat“ with accordion body, designed
Plastic
Antique Victorian George Brown School Tin Wind-Up Cat Toy Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian wind up toy in the manner of George Brown offers tin construction in the form
Tin
"Cat with Two Mice" German Clockwork Toy, circa 1950s
Located in Incline Village, NV
A particularly rare German clockwork tinplate toy, this “Cat with Two Mice" is much sought after by
Tin
Sold
H 2.25 in W 2.5 in D 4 in
"Roll Over Cat" Mechanical Wind-Up Toy by Kohler, Germany 'U.S. Zone' circa 1950
Located in Incline Village, NV
collector of toys when it comes to condition, appearance, and action. Cat collectors would have an excellent
Tin
Sold
H 7.5 in W 8.5 in D 4.88 in
Beautiful Children's Sewing Machine Toy Bear Cat Motive by Carl Sieper Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Children Toy sewing machine. Made of metal. Was made in the years right after WWII and
Metal
Spelter Still Bank "Dog and Cat by Dustbin", German, circa 1920
Located in Incline Village, NV
minor restorations are acceptable. This particular spelter bank is very rare and is called "Dog and Cat
Spelter, Tin
Sold
H 3 in W 4 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Georg Heyde Painted Metal Cats with Shaking Heads, circa 1890s
By Georg Heyde
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Georg Heyde painted metal cats with shaking heads, circa 1890s A charming pair of
Metal
Sold
H 19 in W 14.25 in D 8 in
1930s Hallloween Papier Mache Black Cat Candy Box Rare American Mid-Century
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Early 20th century polychrome painted Papier-mache Halloween Candy Box, with painted Black Cat on
Paper
English Art Nouveau Brass Coal Hod and Lid with Repousse Decoration
Located in Wells, ME
, it is easy to move and would be appropriate for a variety of uses--storage of the cat's toys, a
Brass
Lifesize Persian Cat Toy, Diva, by Steiff, Germany, 1968-1978
By Steiff
Located in Retie, BE
Gray sitting Persian cat toy doll called Diva. Lifesize vintage toy cat with rotating head and bow
1920s Stuffed Felix the Cat Mohair Children's Toy
Located in Retie, BE
Stuffed Felix the Cat mohair soft children's toy. This Antique Toy - Antique British Doll was
Mohair
1960s Italian Art Pottery Cat Piggy Bank, Aldo Londi Bitossi Era
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Italian Hand made pottery of the Era of Bitossi. Signed "Italy" on the underside
Peacock Pussy Pleaser Desk Accessory in Orange by Christopher Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pussy Pleaser desk accessory is both a luxury cat toy and a beautiful decorative item. The
Brass
$490 / set
H 3.5 in W 2.75 in D 1.13 in
Lot of Deer, Rabbit & Hunter Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of 14 Putz stick-legged Deers, Bunny Rabbits, Fox and a Hunter. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene or paradise yard garden figures. As...
Composition
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Iron and Wire Bird Cage with Pullout Tray
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-century French iron birdcage fitted with aviary wire features a pullout tray in the bottom and scrolling details at the corners and on the crown. A hinged door allows access...
Iron, Wire
$2,360Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 1.5 in W 1 in D 1 in
Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Ten Piece Devil Orchestra, Attributed Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Ten Piece Devil Orchestra, Attributed Franz Bergman Austria, circa 1925, attributed to Franz Bergman, unmarked Embark on a whimsical journey with this rar...
Bronze
Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Mahogany 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive mahogany Chippendale style 4 door breakfront bookcase. Circa 1900 This quality 4 door bookcase stands upon a squat cabriole legs with boldly carved ball and claw feet. The...
Mahogany
Beautiful Santa Claus Figure Candy Container Vintage German Christmas
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Santa figure with a tree in his hand. Very characterful representation and expressive in its appearance. Velvet dust cover as clothing. Was probably a candy container, but the...
Composition
$680Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 5.5 in Dm 2 in
Set of Three Midcentury Danish Vikings Figures by Jacob Jensen
By Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three midcentury Danish Viking figures made of mixed woods by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figures are in good vintage condition and measure: 5.5", 3.75" and 2.75" high by 2...
Wood, Teak, Walnut
Vintage Spanish Baroque Carved Mahogany Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: New Upholstery Recommended, Wood In Very Good Condition Designer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co. Manufacturer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co. Materials: Mahogany, Original Ne...
Iron
Girl in beautiful Dress, Antique German Dollhouse Doll Toy 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German Bisque Head, Arms and Leg Doll is a must-have for Dollhouse and Doll collectors and enthusiasts alike. With its beautiful Outfit, it ...
Porcelain, Fabric
$420 / set
H 7.5 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Collection of Six Santa Claus Christmas Bottles, vintage German 1930s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A really beautiful collection of six Santa Claus Belsnickle and Gnome Art Deco decanter bottles. Some have original cork stoppers. In very good condition with no chips, with signs of...
Art Glass
Unavailable|$7,652
H 65.75 in W 48.82 in D 21.66 in
Green Animal and Floral Painted Alpine Cupboard - 1792
Located in Vo', Veneto
Green Tyrolean wardrobe dated 1792 Measurements: H. 167 cm - W. 124 (138 at the frames) cm - D. 55 (63 at the frames) cm Period: 1792 Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Description: Exceptio...
Fir
Early 20th Century folk art fairground massacre knock down figure
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century folk art fairground massacre knock down figure A folk art / primitive hand-crafted fairground knock down game figure. Constructed from pine and metal, hand painte...
Pine
Tall Tiffany Studios Banded Dogwood Leaded Glass And Bronze Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Banded Dogwood Leaded Glass and Bronze Art Nouveau Table Lamp. The bronze base is rare and exquisite in this example and is a wonderful marriage to this perfect Bande...
Bronze
$180 / set
H 2.13 in W 1 in D 1.38 in
Lot of Three Putz Toy Gnomes Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of three Putz toy Santa gnomes. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas scene figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use. T...
Composition
$6,896
H 88.59 in W 58.67 in D 14.18 in
Antique Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Sheraton Revival top quality three door breakfront bookcase, masterfully crafted in rich satinwood by the renowned cabinet makers and retailers Edwards & ...
Satinwood
Antique French Marionette
Located in Houston, TX
We found this wonderful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integr...
Fabric, Wood
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.