Mid Century Turtle

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century animal-shaped objects and nature-inspired sculptures.

In Japan, cranes symbolize fidelity as they mate for life and turtles symbolize longevity. Additionally, this screen also has the Japanese motif of sho-chiku-bai, or the three friend...

Beautiful set of two Mid-Century Modern shell purses. Both have mother of pearl, turquoise and silver inlay and are now mounted in new shadowboxes. Very unique decorative wall art.

Two enchanting garden gnomes circa 1950s 60s repainted. Please look at pictures for overall detail. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

This sculptural container is a mid-century reissue of Art Deco malachite glassware, originally developed in collaboration with Heinrich Hoffmann.

This turtle brooch is crafted in blackened silver tone metal and designed with a highly detailed, dimensional form. The domed shell is pavé-set with a geometric pattern of hexagonal ...

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional accessories of Ja...

Arthur Court Turtle theme aluminum & lucite magazine rack. USA, circa 1970 Dimensions: 18” L x 11” D x 11” H

Box - Decoration - 1950s Measures : 17x9cm H: 5,5cm Bronze turtle-shaped trinket or jewelry box. Material: Solid cast bronze. Function: Can be used as a trinket box, jewelry box, or...

Whimsical Enamel Turtle Brooch with Gemstone Eyes in 14k Yellow Gold This charming brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and depicts a whimsical turtle with a beautifully dimensional...

This Vintage Figurine depicts an intricately carved and painted Turtle. It is gold toned and engraved on the bottom. This Piece has nice patina and character. Possibly folk art. Vi...

Antique Print – Turtle Hunting Scene in India, Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1857 A vivid 19th-century hand-colored lithograph depicting a dramatic turtle hunting scene, published in 1857.

A vintage Chinese turtle and koi fish relief green glass snuff bottle, circa 1940s. The bottle is in very good vintage condition and measures 2"W x 1.25"D x 2.75"H. This bottle is...

Blue enamel Turtle brooch in 18k yellow gold with a bright full cut Diamond eye. 1 round full cut Diamonds, approx. total weight .03cts, G, SI1 18k yellow gold Tested and stamped: ...

This pair of table lamps are made of a white lacqued wood with gilt turtles ornaments. This is a French work, circa 1970.

This faux turtle-shell round tray is made of lucite. This is a French work. Circa 1970.

This faux turtle-shell round tray is made of lucite. This is a French work. Circa 1970.

Large vintage Italian frame created in curved faux turtle shell imitation lucite, from 1970's. Central part is with mirror in chrome frame. Mirror can be easily changed for the use ...

Ladies Leather Belt with Enameled Turtles Made by Mark Cross Midtown. Marked "Mark Cross Midtown" with Mark Cross' Logo on the back of the belt. Also marked "32" and "1793." Purchase...

A Chinese vintage bronze statuette depicting a scholar standing on a turtle. This Chinese bronze statuette, exquisitely crafted to depict an old scholar, is a piece that combines tra...

An enchanting terracotta sculpture of a Turtle, attributed to the renowned Marioni manufactory in Florence and bearing the hand-signed "Made in Italy" mark. Marioni is celebrated for...

Antique bird print titled 'The Turtle Dove from the East Indies'. Original antique print of a turtle dove from the East Indies. This print originates from 'A Supplement to the Natura...

An antique Victorian turtle top lamp table offers shaped and beveled marble top over carved mahogany and walnut base having apron with foliate elements, raised on cabriole legs with ...

Examples exist from the mid-to-late 20th century as well as later periods, so the precise dating of individual models should be considered alongside their design, signature and produ...

An enchanting example of mid-century animalier fine jewelry, this whimsical turtle brooch is beautifully hand-sculpted in solid 18K yellow gold.

Whimsical Arthur Court turtle aluminium and Lucite magazine rack. This is a must have for Arthur Court collectors or anyone who love to display their magazines in a stylish fun way! ...

Whimsical Arthur Court turtle aluminium and Lucite magazine rack. This is a must have for Arthur Court collectors or anyone who love to display their magazines in a stylish fun way! ...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks with black spots Italian art glass turtle figurine / sculpture. The piece is made in the manner of the Gambaro & Poggi company, an...

Rhinestone Turtle Concierge Brass Service Bell. A very unusual and rare mid-20th century Toledo gilt tortoise bell, covered in sparkling paste diamonds.

Vintage Dimitri Omersa embossed brown leather Turtle with label. Can be used as a paperweight or as decoration. Fun size. In fine condition, retains label.

Accolay Ceramic sculpture representative of a turtle. Orange ceramic glaze color. Signed under the base ACCOLAY Dimensions: 9 x 16 x 10cm.

An amusing Showa Period (1926-1989) hand carved hardwood netsuke depicting a monkey riding atop a turtle, the eyes of the monkey inset with cabochon pupils, signed with etched charac...

A pair of vintage decorative turtles, each designed with a pale composite body and a shell fashioned from repurposed antique blue and white porcelain fragments. The shells are constr...

Mid-Century glazed ceramic turtle garden stool, handcrafted and richly detailed with a decorative shell pattern and glossy finish.

Beautiful vintage Murano hand green, red, and blue Italian art glass sea turtle figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro & Poggi company, with an original "Ve...

A single Upper Connecticut Valley side chair in the Hitchcock style, with a turtle-back crest above a woven rush seat. The oval back splat carries a gilt and bronze powder stencil d...

Custom-made Turtle brooch with yellow sapphires, tsavorite garnet, and diamonds in 18k yellow and white gold. Tests 18k and weighs 13.9 grams. The natural yellow sapphires are round ...

Would make a great display piece on any desk, credenza, or coffee table. Mid-century era. Measures 9 1/4" long from head to tail x 5 3/4" wide x 3 3/4" tall.

Willy Daro (attribution), brass, tortoiseshell, lacquered wood, France, circa 1970. This table lamp is attributed to Willy Daro. The piece is typical of 1970s French design, as the s...

Portable Bar in Faux Turtle and brass Italian Design 1970 Dior.

The rollable Swedish wall chart illustrates the bone structure of reptiles e.g. snake, lizard, turtle, common viper and crocodile. Colorful print on paper reinforced with canvas. Ryg...

Very particular table lamp shaped like a turtle in Perspex, 1970. Particularly to light up the turtle alone or only the top or both. Realized Plexiglas and wooden parts, the button ...

Bronze boy holding a turtle signed by Edward Fenno Hoffman III 1916-1991 American. Beautiful bronze statue of a boy holding a turtle it would look fabulous in a garden or a focal poi...

A original Steiff Turtle "sit on" and "pull toy," circa 1950s. Has original pull chord and original rubber wheels with red painted sides; original bar over the top. All original pain...

An Archimede Seguso tortoise figurine in "Pink Alabastro" Murano art glass. A lovely sculpture and a beautiful and unique piece of art. Archimede Seguso was a renowned Italian glas...

It represents an exceptional and highly wearable investment piece for collectors of vintage 1960s figural jewelry and fine coral carvings. Period: 20th Century Decade: 1960s Style...

Pair of French figural cherub form lead fountains riding on turtle, Mid-19th century. Fountains are plumed for the garden or pond.