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1970s Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Italian Round Centerpiece
1970s Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Italian Round Centerpiece

1970s Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Italian Round Centerpiece

$769

H 1.58 in Dm 20.08 in

1970s Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Italian Round Centerpiece

By Dior Home

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Captivating 1970s Modern Italian Glass Round Centerpiece / Charger Plate This vintage round glass centerpiece, dating from the 1970s beautifully embodies the innovative and artistic ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Squared Table in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Steel Italy 1970s Faux Tortoise Shell
Squared Table in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Steel Italy 1970s Faux Tortoise Shell

Squared Table in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Steel Italy 1970s Faux Tortoise Shell

$3,315

H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Squared Table in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Steel Italy 1970s Faux Tortoise Shell

Located in Rome, IT

Squared Midcentury table made of a tortoiseshell Lucite surface and a chrome "X" structure. Italy circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian Modern Magazine Rack in Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, 1970
Italian Modern Magazine Rack in Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, 1970

Italian Modern Magazine Rack in Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, 1970

$1,418

H 15.75 in W 16.15 in D 7.09 in

Italian Modern Magazine Rack in Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, 1970

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern faux carey / tortoiseshell Lucite magazine holder/stand with brass handle and four feet. Manufactured in Italy, 1970s. The magazine holder is executed wi...

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

Materials

Brass

Faux tortoise Painted Italian Sideboard C 1900.
Faux tortoise Painted Italian Sideboard C 1900.

Faux tortoise Painted Italian Sideboard C 1900.

$5,800

H 39.25 in W 118.25 in D 24.5 in

Faux tortoise Painted Italian Sideboard C 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large four door Italian faux painted sideboard C 1900. The case been painted to resemble Tortoise shell and tiger maple and is in wonderful condition. There are some open seams on th...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Sciolari Brass and Faux Tortoise Lucite Table Lamp Vintage, Italy, 1970s
Sciolari Brass and Faux Tortoise Lucite Table Lamp Vintage, Italy, 1970s

Sciolari Brass and Faux Tortoise Lucite Table Lamp Vintage, Italy, 1970s

$2,481Sale Price|22% Off

H 24.41 in Dm 24.41 in

Sciolari Brass and Faux Tortoise Lucite Table Lamp Vintage, Italy, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Rome, IT

This unique piece by the Italian designer Sciolari is signed on the bottom of the lamp by the proprietary brand, as the photos show. The lamp hat is hexagonal and is made of brass an...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Round Jewelry Box
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Round Jewelry Box

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Round Jewelry Box

$271

H 1.78 in Dm 3.94 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Round Jewelry Box

By Dior Home

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The faux tortoise shell finish provides a glamorous and timeless look, making it both a functional storage solution and a decorative object.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lucite

Italian Ice Cream /Bar Car of Chrome and Faux Tortoise
Italian Ice Cream /Bar Car of Chrome and Faux Tortoise

Italian Ice Cream /Bar Car of Chrome and Faux Tortoise

$8,863

H 43.31 in W 53.15 in D 19.69 in

Italian Ice Cream /Bar Car of Chrome and Faux Tortoise

Located in Oirlo, LI

Bring the charm of an authentic Italian gelateria to your business, event, or terrace with this stylish Italian ice cream cart. Finished in polished chrome and elegant faux tortoise ...

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Antique 1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

1950s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Bakelite and Brass Thermos Carafe
1950s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Bakelite and Brass Thermos Carafe

1950s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Bakelite and Brass Thermos Carafe

$651

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 4.34 in

1950s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Bakelite and Brass Thermos Carafe

By Aldo Tura

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This 1950s Mid-Century Modern thermos carafe combines functional design with a touch of luxury through its use of Bakelite and brass. The body of the carafe is made from Bakelite, cr...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Brass

Romeo Rega Console Table, Faux Tortoise Top, Gilt Metal Base, Italy, 1970s
Romeo Rega Console Table, Faux Tortoise Top, Gilt Metal Base, Italy, 1970s

Romeo Rega Console Table, Faux Tortoise Top, Gilt Metal Base, Italy, 1970s

$12,500

H 34.75 in W 99 in D 21.25 in

Romeo Rega Console Table, Faux Tortoise Top, Gilt Metal Base, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Stamford, CT

A Modern Romeo Rega console table or sideboard 1970s, faux tortoise top, gilt metal base. The gilt metal exagerated X form geometric base supporting a faux tortoise shell style t...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Console Tables

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Brass

Tessellated Faux tortoiseshell & Brass Jewelry box, Italy, 1970's
Tessellated Faux tortoiseshell & Brass Jewelry box, Italy, 1970's

Tessellated Faux tortoiseshell & Brass Jewelry box, Italy, 1970's

$1,006

H 1.97 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in

Tessellated Faux tortoiseshell & Brass Jewelry box, Italy, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb jewelry box designed and produced in Italy during the 1970's. This artisanal set with tessellated faux tortoiseshell and brass, is a true work of art. A beautiful item to dis...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Italian Rectangular Picture Frame
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Italian Rectangular Picture Frame

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Italian Rectangular Picture Frame

$319

H 7.09 in W 5.52 in D 1.58 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Italian Rectangular Picture Frame

By Christian Dior

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The frame is crafted from Lucite, a type of acrylic glass known for its transparency, durability, and lightweight properties. It features a faux tortoise pattern on the surface, whic...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Lucite

Italian Chrome Magazine Rack
Italian Chrome Magazine Rack

Italian Chrome Magazine Rack

$958

H 13.78 in W 12.6 in D 11.03 in

Italian Chrome Magazine Rack

Located in London, GB

Incredibly unusual magazine - book rack of chrome and faux tortoise shell. Made by L.AR.M, Florence, Italy circa late 1960's. Great shape.

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

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Chrome

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Great Pair of Faux Tortoise Shell Modernist Console Tables
Great Pair of Faux Tortoise Shell Modernist Console Tables

Great Pair of Faux Tortoise Shell Modernist Console Tables

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H 28.75 in W 63.25 in D 15.5 in

Great Pair of Faux Tortoise Shell Modernist Console Tables

Located in Montreal, QC

Great pair of faux tortoise shell modernist console table. Measures: H: 28.75, W: 63.25, D: 15.5.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

1980s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Italian Table Lamp
1980s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Italian Table Lamp

1980s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Italian Table Lamp

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H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 6.7 in

1980s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite Italian Table Lamp

By Dior Home

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The faux tortoise shell elements showcase a rich palette of warm, earthy tones, with intricate patterns and variations reminiscent of natural tortoise shell.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Faux Tortoise Shell Black Lacquer and Gilt Games Table with Bronze Folding Legs
Faux Tortoise Shell Black Lacquer and Gilt Games Table with Bronze Folding Legs

Faux Tortoise Shell Black Lacquer and Gilt Games Table with Bronze Folding Legs

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H 28.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Faux Tortoise Shell Black Lacquer and Gilt Games Table with Bronze Folding Legs

Located in Stamford, CT

A stunning and possibly unique folding card or bridge table with a solid top of faux tortoise shell framed in black lacquer with a gilt edging. The bronze folding legs are beautifull...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase
Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase

Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase

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H 12.75 in Dm 9 in

Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase

Located in Charleston, SC

A chic faux tortoise shell vase that is the perfect size for cut flowers. The vase tapers in at the base and is hand blown. The mottled tortoise shell finish gives this vase an inter...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Cenral Italian Giltwood & Faux Tortoise Painted Mirror, 2nd quarter 18th century
Cenral Italian Giltwood & Faux Tortoise Painted Mirror, 2nd quarter 18th century

Cenral Italian Giltwood & Faux Tortoise Painted Mirror, 2nd quarter 18th century

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H 37.5 in W 32.5 in D 2.5 in

Cenral Italian Giltwood & Faux Tortoise Painted Mirror, 2nd quarter 18th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

the frame having a pronounced giltwood rabbet the majority of the remaining surfaces faux painted to resemble tortoise shell, now fitted with a modern 1/4" mirrorplate

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Antique 1730s Italian Louis XIV Wall Mirrors

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Giltwood

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

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H 7.49 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

By Dior Home

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Complementing the faux tortoise shell Lucite are brass accents, which add a touch of sophistication and contrast to the frame's design.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Faux Tortoise Stands or Tables
Pair of Mid-Century Faux Tortoise Stands or Tables

Pair of Mid-Century Faux Tortoise Stands or Tables

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H 21 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of Mid-Century Faux Tortoise Stands or Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chic pair of two tiered stands featuring a faux tortoise shell finish, unusual supports with "S" dogleg design and tapered feet.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Laminate

Chic Midcentury Tortoise Shell, Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp by Sciolari
Chic Midcentury Tortoise Shell, Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp by Sciolari

Chic Midcentury Tortoise Shell, Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp by Sciolari

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H 32 in

Chic Midcentury Tortoise Shell, Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp by Sciolari

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in New York, NY

This chic Mid-Century Modernist table lamp by Sciolari features four panels of lucite secured to chrome fittings in a geometrically angular fashion. The lucite has tones of amber swi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

1970s Christian Dior Style Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame
1970s Christian Dior Style Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

1970s Christian Dior Style Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

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H 11.82 in W 10.24 in D 0.79 in

1970s Christian Dior Style Fake Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame

By Christian Dior

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A lucite and brass rectangular picture frame designed and manufactured in Italy in the style of Chrstian Dior which used the fake tortoise shell lucite for his Dior Home Collection, ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

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Brass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase

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H 10.63 in Dm 9.06 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase

By Carlo Moretti

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A fake tortoise murano glass vase designed and hand-crafted in Murano in the Seventies, it's il perfect conditions.This Murano Glass Vase is a captivating piece that encapsulates the...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Faux Tortoiseshell Italian-Made Glass Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Faux Tortoiseshell Italian-Made Glass Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Faux Tortoiseshell Italian-Made Glass Table Lamps

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H 38 in W 7 in D 7 in

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Faux Tortoiseshell Italian-Made Glass Table Lamps

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

These are fantastic, heavy gorgeous Italian-made Lucite lamps. They are beautifully made to look like faux tortoise shell with Lucite tops and bases and solid brass finials. The tabl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Lucite

Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Style Nesting Tables
Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Style Nesting Tables

Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Style Nesting Tables

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H 19.3 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in

Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Style Nesting Tables

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful set of four nesting tables in faux tortoise shell Plexiglass in the style of the great Italian designer Willy Rizzo The set can easily be inserted one into another for sto...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Plexiglass

Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950
Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950

Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950

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H 24.5 in Dm 16 in

Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern very large decorative piece of hand blown faux tortoise shell style blown Italian art glass sculpture.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Mounted Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

1970s Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box
1970s Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

1970s Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

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H 3.15 in W 4.73 in D 7.09 in

1970s Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bi-color modernist Lucite Box by Italian Designer ALESSANDRO ALBRIZZI. Vintage 1970's Lucite decorative box in crystal clear and faux tortoise shell tone. Rectangular shape. Engraved...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Lucite

Alessandro Albrizzi Italian Designer Modernist Lucite Decorative Box circa 1970s
Alessandro Albrizzi Italian Designer Modernist Lucite Decorative Box circa 1970s

Alessandro Albrizzi Italian Designer Modernist Lucite Decorative Box circa 1970s

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H 2.76 in W 9.06 in D 4.53 in

Alessandro Albrizzi Italian Designer Modernist Lucite Decorative Box circa 1970s

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Lucite box by Italian designer Alessandro Albrizzi. Vintage 1970s Lucite decorative box in crystal clear and faux tortoise shell color. Rectangular shap...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Lucite, Plexiglass

Lovely Pear Shaped Ice Bucket
Lovely Pear Shaped Ice Bucket

Lovely Pear Shaped Ice Bucket

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H 7.88 in Dm 5.32 in

Lovely Pear Shaped Ice Bucket

Located in London, GB

A lovely pear shaped ice bucket, with chrome top with detailed stalk and leaf handle, on a faux tortoise shell, acrylic base.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Metal

Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Bowl and Large Platter, 1960s
Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Bowl and Large Platter, 1960s

Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Bowl and Large Platter, 1960s

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H 6.25 in Dm 14 in

Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Bowl and Large Platter, 1960s

By Vetrerie di Empoli

Located in Miami, FL

Italian Mid-Century Modern faux tortoiseshell footed blown glass bowl and large charger from the late 1960s-early 1970s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Faux Tortoise Shell Mirror
Italian Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Faux Tortoise Shell Mirror

Italian Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Faux Tortoise Shell Mirror

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H 39 in W 27.5 in D 1 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Faux Tortoise Shell Mirror

Located in Astoria, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern style reverse painted faux tortoise shell mirror in elongated octagonal shape.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror

Italian 1950s Lucite and Brass Faux Tortoise Shell Tray
Italian 1950s Lucite and Brass Faux Tortoise Shell Tray

Italian 1950s Lucite and Brass Faux Tortoise Shell Tray

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H 2 in W 13.25 in D 23.25 in

Italian 1950s Lucite and Brass Faux Tortoise Shell Tray

Located in London, GB

Substantial oval shaped faux tortoise shell tray with simple brass handles.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Ice Bucket with Chrome Handle, Italian
Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Ice Bucket with Chrome Handle, Italian

Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Ice Bucket with Chrome Handle, Italian

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H 10.5 in W 9.75 in D 8.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoise Shell Ice Bucket with Chrome Handle, Italian

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Fun and fantastic, this ice bucket has the tortoise shell look with bright polished chrome handle with ample room for enough ice for the first round of everyone's cocktail. The torto...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Plastic

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, Italy, 1970s
Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, Italy, 1970s

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, Italy, 1970s

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H 1.97 in W 23.23 in D 13.39 in

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Brass, Italy, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Oval serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite featuring brass handles and borders. Made in Italy in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

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Metal, Brass

Side Table by Romeo Rega in Faux Tortoise Shell Brass Chrome, Italy, 1970s
Side Table by Romeo Rega in Faux Tortoise Shell Brass Chrome, Italy, 1970s

Side Table by Romeo Rega in Faux Tortoise Shell Brass Chrome, Italy, 1970s

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H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Side Table by Romeo Rega in Faux Tortoise Shell Brass Chrome, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Rome, IT

Side table by the Italian designer Romeo Rega in faux tortoiseshell and chrome surface and brass structure. Made in Italy, circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Chrome 1970s Willy Rizzo Style Italy
Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Chrome 1970s Willy Rizzo Style Italy

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Chrome 1970s Willy Rizzo Style Italy

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H 1.19 in W 25.2 in D 17.52 in

Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Chrome 1970s Willy Rizzo Style Italy

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Rome, IT

Serving tray faux tortoiseshell Lucite and chrome in Willy Rizzo style, 1970s, Italy.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Chrome

Maison Jansen Style Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Tray with Nickel Handles
Maison Jansen Style Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Tray with Nickel Handles

Maison Jansen Style Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Tray with Nickel Handles

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H 2.25 in W 20.25 in D 14.75 in

Maison Jansen Style Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite Tray with Nickel Handles

By Maison Jansen

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this circa 1970s Maison Jansen style midcentury tray is made of Lucite with a faux tortoise finish and polished nickel handles. Unknown maker.

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

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Nickel

Mid-Century Faux Turtle-Shell Murano Chandelier
Mid-Century Faux Turtle-Shell Murano Chandelier

Mid-Century Faux Turtle-Shell Murano Chandelier

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H 23 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

Mid-Century Faux Turtle-Shell Murano Chandelier

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisitely handcrafted two-toned mid-century Murano chandelier has five undulating arms emerging from the central bowl. Glass leaves embellish this chandelier, blooming up and ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rectangular Box in Tortoiseshell Details and Lucite, Italy, 1970s
Rectangular Box in Tortoiseshell Details and Lucite, Italy, 1970s

Rectangular Box in Tortoiseshell Details and Lucite, Italy, 1970s

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H 2.56 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in

Rectangular Box in Tortoiseshell Details and Lucite, Italy, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Lucite decorative box in a rectangular shape, featuring faux tortoiseshell Lucite details and a transparent, lucite cover. A typical example of Italian 1970s design.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass, Tortoise Shell

1970 Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box
1970 Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

1970 Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

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H 3.55 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in

1970 Italian Alessandro Albrizzi Modernist Lucite Box

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist Lucite Box by Italian Designer ALESSANDRO ALBRIZZI. Vintage 1970's Lucite decorative box in crystal clear and faux tortoise shell tone. Rectangular shape.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Lucite

Elegant Pair of Steer Horns on Wood Plinth Bases, Italy Mid-20th Century
Elegant Pair of Steer Horns on Wood Plinth Bases, Italy Mid-20th Century

Elegant Pair of Steer Horns on Wood Plinth Bases, Italy Mid-20th Century

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H 33 in W 6 in D 6 in

Elegant Pair of Steer Horns on Wood Plinth Bases, Italy Mid-20th Century

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A chic pair of mounted steer horn sculptures on round wood plinth bases. The bases are hand painted in a faux tortoise shell with gilt highlights.

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Horn, Hardwood

Alessandro Albrizzi 1970s Modernist Lucite Box
Alessandro Albrizzi 1970s Modernist Lucite Box

Alessandro Albrizzi 1970s Modernist Lucite Box

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H 2.37 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in

Alessandro Albrizzi 1970s Modernist Lucite Box

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist Lucite Box by Italian Designer ALESSANDRO ALBRIZZI. Vintage 1970's Lucite decorative box in crystal clear and faux tortoise shell tone. Rectangular shape. Measurements: ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Lucite

Giorgio Armani Oversized Wire Rimmed Glasses in Faux Tortoise Shell Case
Giorgio Armani Oversized Wire Rimmed Glasses in Faux Tortoise Shell Case

Giorgio Armani Oversized Wire Rimmed Glasses in Faux Tortoise Shell Case

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H 9.5 in W 18.5 in D 6.5 in

Giorgio Armani Oversized Wire Rimmed Glasses in Faux Tortoise Shell Case

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Tucson, AZ

Giorgio Armani wire rimmed glasses in faux tortoise shell case. Probably used as store display. Very fun conversation piece. When open, case is supported by built in stand and is 9.5...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Pair of Large Italian Designer Faux Tortoise and Aluminum Sconces
Pair of Large Italian Designer Faux Tortoise and Aluminum Sconces

Pair of Large Italian Designer Faux Tortoise and Aluminum Sconces

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H 16 in W 15.75 in D 4 in

Pair of Large Italian Designer Faux Tortoise and Aluminum Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of large Italian designer wall sconces with polished aluminum frames. A grid of solid metal cylindrical shaped elements with angled tips are mounted on the faux tortoise shell p...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum

A Rare Cocktail Table in Faux Tortoise Shell and Gilt Brass by Maison Jansen
A Rare Cocktail Table in Faux Tortoise Shell and Gilt Brass by Maison Jansen

A Rare Cocktail Table in Faux Tortoise Shell and Gilt Brass by Maison Jansen

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H 14 in W 52.5 in D 52.5 in

A Rare Cocktail Table in Faux Tortoise Shell and Gilt Brass by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

A rare and grand scaled square cocktail table featuring a frame in gilt brass with a floating top which has been inset in a mosaic of faux tortoise shell. The faux tortoise shell top...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Pierre Cardin Necklace Large Aquarius Pendant, Original Box, 1960s, Italian
Pierre Cardin Necklace Large Aquarius Pendant, Original Box, 1960s, Italian

Pierre Cardin Necklace Large Aquarius Pendant, Original Box, 1960s, Italian

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H 31.11 in W 3.35 in D 0.4 in

Pierre Cardin Necklace Large Aquarius Pendant, Original Box, 1960s, Italian

By Pierre Cardin

Located in London, GB

Pierre Cardin necklace with a large pendant featuring Aquarius from Cardin's horoscope series in the original box, 1960s Italian. At the focal point of the faux tortoise shell pendan...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Lucite

Ice Bucket, Lucite and Brass, Cocktail Bar Set Barware Italy Mid-29th Century
Ice Bucket, Lucite and Brass, Cocktail Bar Set Barware Italy Mid-29th Century

Ice Bucket, Lucite and Brass, Cocktail Bar Set Barware Italy Mid-29th Century

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H 8.67 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Ice Bucket, Lucite and Brass, Cocktail Bar Set Barware Italy Mid-29th Century

Located in Mombuey, Zamora

Ice Bucket, faux tortoise shell Lucite and brass. Mid-century. This beautiful ice bucket from the mid-20th century is elegant and functional. Possibly it was never used or very li...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

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Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen

$3,184 / item

H 14.97 in W 46.46 in D 14.97 in

Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...

Category

2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Mohair, Oak

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne

$950 / item

H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne

Located in Miami, FL

New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

$6,939 / set

H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in

Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...

Category

2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Lacquer, Glass

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

$2,000 / item

H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

$8,390 / set

H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in

Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...

Category

2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Poplar, Burl

Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford

Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford

$592 / item

H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in

Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford

By Peter Glassford

Located in San Antonio, TX

A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...

Category

2010s Mexican Brutalist Contemporary Art

Materials

Wood

Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase
Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase

Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase

$7,485 / item

H 87 in W 59 in D 18 in

Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase

Located in Westwood, NJ

Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Diego Giacometti Style Iron Center Game or Breakfast Table Base
Diego Giacometti Style Iron Center Game or Breakfast Table Base

Diego Giacometti Style Iron Center Game or Breakfast Table Base

$2,250

H 30.5 in Dm 38 in

Diego Giacometti Style Iron Center Game or Breakfast Table Base

By Diego Giacometti

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural Iron Table, in the manner of Diego Giacometti, France, circa 1970s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a center table, dining table, breakfast table, or game table....

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Iron

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

$1,930 / item

H 13 in Dm 17 in

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by three white chains; with 3 medium ...

Category

2010s Weathervanes

Materials

Metal

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

$7,200 / item

H 14 in Dm 36 in

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition

$5,281 / item

H 25.6 in Dm 16.54 in

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

A Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. Comes as well in other sizes and colors. The other images shows the lamp in a showroom of th...

Category

2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery

$4,108

H 35.04 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in London, GB

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote can be provided for re-upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Hardwood

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa

$10,066 / item

H 31.5 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa

Located in Jesteburg, DE

Introducing the home collection.  An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....

Category

2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi

Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi

$1,190 / item

H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in

Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi

By Odditi

Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU

The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...

Category

2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Jacquard

LU 3 Ceiling Light
LU 3 Ceiling Light

LU 3 Ceiling Light

$5,100 / item

H 11 in Dm 44 in

LU 3 Ceiling Light

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

LU 3 Ceiling Fixture is an all perforated brass ceiling fixture inspired by classical mid century Italian design. This stunning fixture has 3 beautifully fabricated perforated brass ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

$16,781 / item

H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

By Diego Mardegan

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Italian modern faux tortoise shell available at 1stDibs. Each Italian modern faux tortoise shell for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, lucite and metal. There are many kinds of the Italian modern faux tortoise shell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An Italian modern faux tortoise shell made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Gaetano Sciolari, Giorgio Armani and Romeo Rega each produced at least one beautiful Italian modern faux tortoise shell that is worth considering.

How Much is an Italian Modern Faux Tortoise Shell?

Prices for an Italian modern faux tortoise shell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $322 and can go as high as $9,800, while the average can fetch as much as $1,328.

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