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Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet
Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet

Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Miniature salesman's sample of cabinet with two doors and four drawers.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Rustic Old Hickory Miniature Salesman's Sample Living Room Set
Rustic Old Hickory Miniature Salesman's Sample Living Room Set

Rustic Old Hickory Miniature Salesman's Sample Living Room Set

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 3 American Rustic Old Hickory (1930s) miniature salesman's sample salon set with woven seat and round back design (loveseat, rocking chair, arm chair)

Category

20th Century American Rustic Living Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table
Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table

Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table

$1,087Sale Price|25% Off

H 12.5 in W 11.88 in D 11.88 in

Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A RARE AND FINE QUEEN ANNE MAHOGANY MINIATURE SALESMAN'S SAMPLE TILT-TOP CANDLESTAND England, circa last quarter of the 18th century Item # 403RPJ02P An exceedingly fine and rare sa...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table
Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Rare antique miniature solid walnut table represents a so-called salesman sample, or a scaled model of a full-size furniture piece available for purchase or order.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Jacobean Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut

Miniature Salesman's Sample French Louis XV Inlaid Jewelery Box
Miniature Salesman's Sample French Louis XV Inlaid Jewelery Box

Miniature Salesman's Sample French Louis XV Inlaid Jewelery Box

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite miniature French Louis XV inlaid jewelry box is a rare and charming example of a salesman’s sample, created with the same craftsmanship and detail as full-scale 19th-c...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Miniature Salesman's Sample Victorian Bureau Chest, American, circa 1890
Miniature Salesman's Sample Victorian Bureau Chest, American, circa 1890

Miniature Salesman's Sample Victorian Bureau Chest, American, circa 1890

Located in Incline Village, NV

This late 19th century miniature 3-drawer dresser with original mirror mounted above, was likely used as a salesman's sample by an itinerant sales person who traveled the countryside...

Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Toys

Materials

Oak

French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set
French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set

French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set

Located in Queens, NY

French (1930's) miniature salesman's sample model of natural wicker 4 piece salon set with orange and black trim.  

Category

20th Century French Mission Toys

Materials

Wicker

Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity
Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity

Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity

$700Sale Price|50% Off

H 38 in W 22 in D 10 in

Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Some history on salesman samples- An aggressive form of direct marketing by companies pushing their specific products, these miniature goods, known as salesman samples, were easily ...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s
Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s

Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Made as a salesman sample with original knob hardware.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Burl

Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box
Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box

Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Presenting an exquisite miniature Dutch marquetry cabinet, a beautifully crafted example of traditional European decorative arts. Standing 37" high x 31 1/2" wide x 14 3/4" deep, thi...

Category

Antique 1890s Dutch Dutch Colonial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Tulipwood, Walnut

French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors
French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors

French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors

Located in Atlanta, GA

With its petite size indicating that this piece was likely a salesman sample and nice patina, this 19th century French miniature secretary will be a lovely decorative addition to any...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mirror, Wood

1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

$262Sale Price|75% Off

H 20 in W 11.5 in D 12 in

1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Salesman sample from the 1940s most likely. Looks like it was made yesterday. Exquisitely detailed, child-sized Chippendale chair with removable seat. It was made to be carried do...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Chippendale Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample
Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample

Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample

Located in Dekalb, IL

Handcrafted architectural barn salesman sample or educational framing model constructed from painted wood with removable roof sections and exposed structural framing. The model featu...

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle
Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle

Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle

Located in Dekalb, IL

Vintage jacketed kettle salesman sample. Being under 10 inches tall makes this stainless steel salesman sample much easier to carry around than the 50 or 100-gallon tank it represen...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine
Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine

Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine

Located in Dekalb, IL

Vintage tire manufacturing and repair machine salesman sample. This piece would have been shopped around to various service stations and garages. Its purpose was to vulcanize tires,...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring
Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring

Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring

Located in Dekalb, IL

Early 1900s; Unbranded Early box springs were a pretty simple concept, lifting the mattress off the ground and providing additional support to settling and lumpy mattresses. What ma...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest
French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest

French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest

$750

H 12.5 in W 14.5 in D 7 in

French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest

Located in Tampa, FL

A turn of the century French salesman's sample of a chest in the bamboo style with a marble top. Circa 1900 to 1915. Three handles missing.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Marble

Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample
Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample

Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample

Located in Dekalb, IL

1930s; The Hobart Manufacturing Company - Troy, OH Hobart was originally founded in 1897 by engineer Charles Hobart. When the company bought out The Crescent Washing Machine Company...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Steel

Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool
Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool

Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool

Located in Hanover, MA

Interesting and unusual miniature Bauhaus 3-leg stool, possibly a salesman's sample or maquette.

Category

Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton
Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton

Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton

Located in Dekalb, IL

1950s; Hamilton Manufacturing Co. - Two Rivers, WI Founded in 1880 by J.E. Hamilton and initially produced wood type, Hamilton Mfg eventually expanded to other products like cabinet...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover
Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover

Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1900s-1910s; Stover Manufacturing and Engine Co. - Freeport, IL Cast iron and steel tabletop salesman sample of the "Samson" windmill, mounted on a four-leg tower with cross-brac...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel, Iron

Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt
Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt

Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt

Located in Dekalb, IL

Vintage (possibly verging on antique) German industrial salesman sample. This piece, from an unknown manufacturer, is a scale model version of a rip saw and conveyor belt system. Th...

Category

Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper
c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper

c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper

Located in Dekalb, IL

1910s; Premier Vaccum Cleaner Co. - Cleveland, OH The Frantz Premier vacuum, also known as "the broomstick," was an electric sweeper designed by James B. Kirby, who would later beco...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove
19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove

19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove

$595Sale Price|30% Off

H 14 in W 7.75 in D 9 in

19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT 19th C. American Grey Iron Casting Co. "Spark" salesman's sample pot belly stove, cast iron with black finish, pot belly with hinged door to load wood, lever mechanism to rele...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case
Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case

Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1940s/1950s; MATACO (Machine and Tool Accessories Company), Inc. - Cleveland, OH Fitted machinist’s gauge and setup tool set housed in a black textured carrying case with dual me...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow
Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow

Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1950s-1960s; Clow Corporation - Oskaloosa, IA Factory cutaway demonstrator model of a Clow fire hydrant, mounted vertically on a hardwood display base and housed in its original ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900
Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900

Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900

Located in Fraser, MI

Representational scale model drop-leaf table. Plank construction on hinges, turned legs. with plywood crossmembers, in cherrywood finish. One plywood crossmember is missing.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Models and Miniatures

Materials

Cherry

American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest
American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest

American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest

Located in Morristown, NJ

This attractive salesman sample is characterful with a lovely deep aged cherry color.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Sheraton Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

$180Sale Price|60% Off

H 17 in W 8 in D 9 in

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

This small cast iron armchair is a unique addition to any collection. It stands at 17 inches tall and was used as a salesman's sample. The armchair is made from durable cast iron and...

Category

20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat
Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat

Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat

Located in Dekalb, IL

1890s-1910s; J. W. Wilson's Swing Seat, Manchester, NH. In the late 1800s, drivers of wagons and heavy carriages known as "drays" had a problem, and this wooden salesman sample seat...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty
c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty

c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty

Located in Dekalb, IL

Early 1900s; W.F. Dougherty & Sons - Philadelphia, PA This stainless steel salesman sample cooling machine is something rarely seen. William F. Dougherty was born December 11, 1...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample
Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample

Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample

By John Broadwood & Sons

Located in Dekalb, IL

Early 1900s; John Broadwood & Sons - North Yorkshire, England This piano salesman sample comes from one of the oldest continuous piano manufacturers in the world. Originally establi...

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette
Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette

Located in Dekalb, IL

1860s-70s; François Morcrette - Cugny, Aisne, France Morcrette (sometimes spelled Morcrétté) was a blacksmith and plow manufacturer based in the small town of Cugny in the mid-to-la...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel, Iron

Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet
Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet

Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Buffalo, NY

This is a rare set of salesman sample furniture made by Thonet, the master of bentwood furniture creator of the iconic bentwood chairs that altered the direction of furniture design....

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian De Stijl Models and Miniatures

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample
19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample

19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample

Located in Huntington, NY

An early 19th century mahogany tilt-top tripod table Mini, salesman or example sample. With tilt-top, tripod base.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Models and Miniat...

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample
Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample

Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample

Located in San Francisco, CA

Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample Circa 1900

Category

Antique Early 1900s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Paul Frankl Style Salesman Sample Miniature Rattan Livingroom Set, 1950
Paul Frankl Style Salesman Sample Miniature Rattan Livingroom Set, 1950

Paul Frankl Style Salesman Sample Miniature Rattan Livingroom Set, 1950

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Living set of Paul Frankl-style miniature rattan Salesman sample dollhouse furniture from 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Rattan

Miniature Antique English Apprentice Model Salesman Sample Drop-Front Bureau
Miniature Antique English Apprentice Model Salesman Sample Drop-Front Bureau

Miniature Antique English Apprentice Model Salesman Sample Drop-Front Bureau

Located in Forney, TX

This beautiful piece was almost certainly handmade as a traveling salesman sample due it being quite rare to find a miniature bureau, especially of this stature which incorporates th...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers
19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers

19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers

Located in Pearland, TX

A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880.

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Iron & Brass Salesman Sample Doll Dog Bed Miniature 32"
Antique Victorian Iron & Brass Salesman Sample Doll Dog Bed Miniature 32"

Antique Victorian Iron & Brass Salesman Sample Doll Dog Bed Miniature 32"

Located in Dayton, OH

An antique Victorian Salesman Sample bed frame. Made from iron with brass toppers. Antique salesman samples (a.k.a. salesman's samples, or salesmen samples) are small scale versi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late 19th Century Salesman Sample Soda Fountain
Late 19th Century Salesman Sample Soda Fountain

Late 19th Century Salesman Sample Soda Fountain

Located in Dekalb, IL

The base is clad in white marble panels with arched cutouts, paired with stained hardwood ends and a painted wood top rail, closely mirroring period soda fountain construction in min...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Architectural Models

Materials

Marble

French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set
French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set

French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set

$1,500

H 11.5 in W 15.5 in D 10 in

French Sales Sample Miniature Wicker Salon Set

Located in Queens, NY

French (1930\'s) miniature salesman\'s sample model of natural wicker 4 piece salon set with orange and black trim.

Category

Early 20th Century French Other Antiquities

Rustic Old Hickory Child Salon Set, Late 19th Century, USA, 3-Piece
Rustic Old Hickory Child Salon Set, Late 19th Century, USA, 3-Piece

Rustic Old Hickory Child Salon Set, Late 19th Century, USA, 3-Piece

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Old Hickory 3 piece miniature salesman\'s sample salon set comprising a hoop back rocking arm chair, settee & arm chair with rattan seats & backs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Children's Furniture

Materials

Hickory

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Miniature Salesman Sample 4 Drawer Chest
Miniature Salesman Sample 4 Drawer Chest

Miniature Salesman Sample 4 Drawer Chest

Unavailable

H 13 in W 7.75 in D 4.88 in

Miniature Salesman Sample 4 Drawer Chest

Located in Naples, FL

This charming miniature salesman sample 4 drawer chest is perfect for collectors who appreciate antique pieces.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Miniature Salesman's Sample Rococo Commode, Italy, Early 19th Century
Miniature Salesman's Sample Rococo Commode, Italy, Early 19th Century

Miniature Salesman's Sample Rococo Commode, Italy, Early 19th Century

Located in Hudson, NY

This minature Salesmans sample - has scenic marquetry in elm and mahogany, on all sides, and the top has The letter "D" in the center. With marquetry of a Swan and a Fox.

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wool

Miniature Antique French Salesman's Sample, Mahogany with Bronze Mounts
Miniature Antique French Salesman's Sample, Mahogany with Bronze Mounts

Miniature Antique French Salesman's Sample, Mahogany with Bronze Mounts

Located in Hudson, NY

19th century French Louis XV style miniature salesman's sample commode. Made of satinwood and kingswood, having Bronze mounts, with Rouge marble top.

Category

Antique 1860s European Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Kingwood

Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample
Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 12.25 in D 5.5 in

Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Located in Charleston, SC

Antique Miniature Chest.

Category

Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample
Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample

Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample

Unavailable

H 3.38 in Dm 3 in

Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This miniature copper kettle was probably a salesman's sample, which would be far easier to carry around than a proper sized one.

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890
Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

Unavailable

H 19 in W 16.75 in D 7 in

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

Located in Pasadena, CA

Walnut cupboard with ornate brass pulls, a great salesman sample.

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures

Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard
Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard

Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard

Located in Toronto, ON

Finely detailed and crafted this object is in mint condition. A wonderful example of old school workmanship and training.

Category

Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest
Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Unavailable

H 18.5 in W 23.5 in D 13.5 in

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Very nice miniature dresser with brass hardware and detail

Category

Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk
Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk

Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk

Unavailable

H 11 in W 15.5 in D 10 in

Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk

Located in Berkeley, CA

Very nice and unusual scale of object, Industrial type with a piece of thick leather on top. Every drawer function.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle
Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle

Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle

Located in Miami, FL

American Federal mahogany salesman sample hooded cradle.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala
Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala

Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Winnetka, IL

A four-piece set of miniature tubular furniture attributed to the Czech designer Jindrich Halabala (1903-1973). Halabala was a modernist Czech furniture designer who created function...

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Miniature Louis XV Style Marble Commode
Miniature Louis XV Style Marble Commode

Miniature Louis XV Style Marble Commode

Unavailable

H 12.5 in W 16.5 in D 8.5 in

Miniature Louis XV Style Marble Commode

Located in Woodbury, CT

A salesman's sample miniature chest with a replaced grey marble chest.

Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th C Miniature Italian Walnut Commode
Early 19th C Miniature Italian Walnut Commode

Early 19th C Miniature Italian Walnut Commode

Unavailable

H 9 in W 12.75 in D 5 in

Early 19th C Miniature Italian Walnut Commode

Located in Oakville, ON

It’s a unique salesman’s sample in miniature form nicely crafted used to show clients in hopes a full size one would be ordered or to give a client an example of what can be done sho...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut, Pine

Miniature Antiques Salesman's Sample French Louis 15th Style Chest
Miniature Antiques Salesman's Sample French Louis 15th Style Chest

Miniature Antiques Salesman's Sample French Louis 15th Style Chest

Located in Hudson, NY

A miniature antiques Louis 15th style with bronze mounts Salesman's sample executed in burled walnut veneer.

Category

Antique 1860s European Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Antique Miniature Chest
Antique Miniature Chest

Antique Miniature Chest

Unavailable

H 12 in W 13.5 in D 5.75 in

Antique Miniature Chest

Located in Charleston, SC

Antique miniature chest salesman sample

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed
Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed

Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Primitive early American miniature salesman sample walnut bed with two pillows.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest
Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

American Empire miniature salesman sample tallboy chest of drawers, circa 1850s.

Category

Antique 1850s American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak, Pine

Antique & Miniature Salesman Sample Cast Iron Anvil 19th C
Antique & Miniature Salesman Sample Cast Iron Anvil 19th C

Antique & Miniature Salesman Sample Cast Iron Anvil 19th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique & Miniature Salesman Sample Cast Iron Anvil 19th C Measures- 4''H x 3.5''W x 9.5'' long

Category

Antique 19th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century
Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century

Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century

Located in Petaluma, CA

We cannot say for sure whether it was a salesman's sample or just a miniature, but since it pays such close attention to all the necessary ingredients to be used for a salesman, we b...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet
19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet

19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

19th century artisan cupboard. Made from pine with glass front, two interior shelves and two lower drawers and backsplash.

Category

Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Pine

c.1900 French Cherry Miniature Salesman's Sample Commode
c.1900 French Cherry Miniature Salesman's Sample Commode

c.1900 French Cherry Miniature Salesman's Sample Commode

Located in Highwood, IL

Stunning and very well made French Empire salesman's sample commode made from cherrywood with columns, 3 dovetailed drawers and a hidden drawer on top.

Category

Early 20th Century French Toys and Dolls

Materials

Cherry

Antique 1840s Miniature Salesman Sample Early American Dresser Chest Tallboy
Antique 1840s Miniature Salesman Sample Early American Dresser Chest Tallboy

Antique 1840s Miniature Salesman Sample Early American Dresser Chest Tallboy

Located in Dayton, OH

Primitive antique miniature painted wood grain dresser or chest of drawers with glove box, circa 1840s. Measure: 13".  

Category

Antique 1840s American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Dresser Chest of Drawers 12"
Antique Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Dresser Chest of Drawers 12"

Antique Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Dresser Chest of Drawers 12"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique miniature doll sized / salesman sample chest of drawers with brass knobs and a scalloped backsplash.

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Toys and Dolls

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table
Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table

Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th century antique Victorian miniature salesman sample drop-leaf gateleg dining table.

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Hardwood

Early Plow Salesman's Sample
Early Plow Salesman's Sample

Early Plow Salesman's Sample

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H 20 in W 36 in D 14 in

Early Plow Salesman's Sample

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is an early and very well made miniature salesman's sample. Because of it's size it may also have been an in store display.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers
American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

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H 13.25 in W 12.75 in D 7.25 in

American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

Located in Savannah, GA

An American Empire mahogany miniature salesman's sample chest of drawers, mid-19th century. 12 ¾ inches wide by 7 ¼ inches deep by 13 ¼ inches tall

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display
Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display

Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display

By Dowson, Taylor and Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

It's a lifelike working miniature salesman's sample of an automatic self-closing fire door.

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures

French 1890s Miniature Walnut Chest with Two Drawers and Tapered Legs
French 1890s Miniature Walnut Chest with Two Drawers and Tapered Legs

French 1890s Miniature Walnut Chest with Two Drawers and Tapered Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Raised on four short tapered legs, this miniature salesman sample walnut chest circa 1890 will be an unusual and charming addition to any décor.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Miniature Chest
Miniature Chest

Miniature Chest

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H 11.88 in W 16.38 in L 11.88 in

Miniature Chest

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A miniature salesman sample or jewelry chest likely French and quite early, early 19th or late 18th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard
Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard

Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cool miniature has all the bells and whistles of a early step back cupboard from New England but in tiny format.It has square nailed construction and great form.Great just sitti...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Pine

c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample
c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample

c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample

Located in Highwood, IL

Unusual Brittany region antique French miniature armoire with full hinges and original lock.
These make great wall hangings!

Category

20th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display
Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display

Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display

By Flexible Flyer

Located in Peekskill, NY

We have never seen one of these before. The finish and decal tells me this one is early. Flexible Flyer goes back to the late 19th century. The size is much smaller than anything the...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900
Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900

Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900

Located in Petaluma, CA

The detail of this chair is so accurate that we can believe it may well be a salesman sample. Dollhouse, or toy furniture is not made with this kind of attention to detail. Please st...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest
Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest

Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Adorable 3 drawer miniature bombay chest Made in Italy. Item feautures lovely curvaceous form, brass pulls, and decoratively lined drawers.

Category

20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique miniature quartersawn oak salesman sample or doll furniture bowfront chest of four drawers with gallery edge or back splash and black drawer pulls.

Category

Antique 19th Century Rustic Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest
Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest

Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage mahogany salesman sample Empire chest of three drawers, made in Indonesia for Froelich Furniture.   

Category

Mid-20th Century Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Salesman's Sample Desk
Salesman's Sample Desk

Salesman's Sample Desk

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H 10.25 in W 26.25 in D 11.75 in

Salesman's Sample Desk

Located in Culver City, CA

Model of a simple office desk, made of metal with vinyl top. Made in America circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase
Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase

Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase

Located in Dayton, OH

Turn of the century artisinal bookcase. Features a serpentine and saw tooth crown, four shelves, finished in black. Measure: 31".  

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Models and Miniatures

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror
Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror

Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique oak salesman sample miniature bar cabinet with mirrored back splash, glass front doors and three shelves.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Oak

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique salesman sample quartersawn oak dresser or jewelry keepsake chest with five drawers. Measure: 12".     

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780
Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780

Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Probably crafted as a Salesman's sample, the form is a miniaturized version of a typical Georgian era work table.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove
Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

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H 25.5 in W 17.5 in D 15.5 in

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

Located in Petaluma, CA

One person can lift and carry it, although at first glance you wouldn't think so. This is not a miniature or a toy. It is truly a salesman sample.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay
19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay

19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th century miniature mahogany Salesman Sample chest of drawers with inlay Beautiful salesman sample chest of drawers from stunning flame mahogany drawer fronts and inlay.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800
Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800

Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800

Located in Shippensburg, PA

An exceptional specimen, this well preserved work was likely crafted as a salesman's sample to assist in selling larger forms of the same chest.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Federal Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock
Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock

Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock

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H 9.06 in W 13 in D 11.03 in

Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock

Located in Mexico City, MX

A big rare SmartKey salesman's sample lock by American lockset manufacturer Kwikset. The metal and bronze lock has an acrylic drum. The drum works as an exhibition case that shows th...

Category

Early 2000s American Post-Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders
Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

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H 16 in W 0.5 in D 2 in

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

Located in Culver City, CA

Carefully hand constructed ladders made of oak and metal. 12" - 16" max height.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th century English salesman sample cast metal gate model
Mid-20th century English salesman sample cast metal gate model

Mid-20th century English salesman sample cast metal gate model

Located in London, GB

Mid-20th century English salesman sample cast metal gate model Engraved J Deakin 1947 and made with exceptional craftsmanship this dated miniature salesman sample of a cast metal g...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models

Materials

Metal

1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample
1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample

1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample

Located in Peekskill, NY

I have very little background on this item. I call it late 1800 but could be as late as 1910 because it may be a model of a very early self propelled ladder truck. I spent some time ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest
19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest

19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest

Located in Tarrytown, NY

19th century salesman’s sample of a chest.

Category

Antique 19th Century Models and Miniatures

Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard
Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard

Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard

Located in Tampa, FL

A wonderful salesman sample cupboard with fabulous marquetry inlaid block design, brass gallery top, interior shelf and a lower drawer. Fruitwood and Walnut. Early 19th century, France.

Category

Antique 1810s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set
Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set

Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Cool salesman Sample Rattan set, after a design by Paul Frankl. I had a fit when i found this as it looks like the real thing and it's in very good condition. Measurements are for ...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample
Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample

Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample

Located in Chicago, IL

A mid-20th century American showroom sample, this little window is a perfect miniature of an arched bow-front single-hung design—its curved crown lending a quiet sense of architectur...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table
19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table

19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Mahogany and satinwood with a starburst patterned top, carved top edge, and a turned and reeded support on a tripod base with bun feet. With a wooden hinge on the bottom for the tilt...

Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample
Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample

Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample

By Smith Motor Wheel

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a 20 inch artillery style wheel and tire signed by Smith Motor Wheel Co. It still sits in the original leather strap carrying case.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin
Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin

Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin

Located in Astoria, NY

Small scale female form mannequin, used to sell larger mannequins in department stores.Pearlized lacquer over wood, on a beveled glass base.

Reduced From: $1,250

Category

20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Glass

Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form
Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form

Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form

Located in Astoria, NY

This rare salesman sample of a mannequin is made from gold velvet and sits on a chrome base.

Reduced From: $775

Category

20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940
Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940

Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Large vintage salesman’s sample green canvas tent with metal poles, two mesh windows on each side and one large mesh window in the back. Large mesh doors in front that zip clo...

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

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Located in Houston, TX

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Located in Huntington, NY

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

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$1,500

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Located in New York, NY

Miniature antique miniature marquetry desk. Measure: 8.75" H.

Category

20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Miniature Walnut Commode

$2,850

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Located in Greenwich, CT

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Directoire Models and Miniatures

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Hepplewhite Style Apprentice Miniature Secretary Chest

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Located in Dallas, TX

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Miniature Salesman's Leather Tufted Club Chair
Miniature Salesman's Leather Tufted Club Chair

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$2,500

H 20.5 in W 17.5 in D 19 in

Miniature Salesman's Leather Tufted Club Chair

Located in Bridgeport, CT

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$1,920

H 40.5 in W 24.5 in D 12.5 in

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Located in Stockbridge, GA

19th century miniature wardrobe.

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A Salesman Sample Of A Demilune English Chest

A Salesman Sample Of A Demilune English Chest

$1,000

H 7 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

A Salesman Sample Of A Demilune English Chest

Located in Tampa, FL

This is a salesman sample of a Demilune English chest. It has four doors with an ivory bar handle. It is all inlaid around the top and the bottom. It sits on four legs. Circa 1800s.

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Antique Victorian Miniature Cabinet Cupboard Rauch Engraving Maria Stiegen

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Located in Dayton, OH

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage miniature burlwood three drawer chest. A perfect little drinks table or book rest. All drawers are lined with green Florentine paper.

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Georgian Oak Miniature Chest of Drawers

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$4,014

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Located in Bedfordshire, GB

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Scottish Miniature Burl Wood Chest of Drawers, 1863

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Located in Savannah, GA

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Mid 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Miniature Chest, Circa 1760

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Located in Bedfordshire, GB

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