Most Expensive Item
Laocoön and his Sons, an exceptional bronze sculpture by Giacomo Zoffoli
Located in PARIS, FR
the second most expensive item, after the statues of Orestes and Electra from the Ludovisi collection
Category
1770s Italian School Nude Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$80,285
H 10.13 in W 14.82 in D 6.5 in
Pierre Gire aka Pierre d'Avesn. Art Deco vase in green art glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
"Tourbillons" vase. Two of Lalique's most expensive and sought-after collector's items. In 1926, he left René
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Impressive Empire Style Malachite and Ormolu Center Table After Desmalter
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in Long Island City, NY
commissions included a magnificent cradle built for the infant King of Rome, and the most expensive single
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Center Tables
Materials
Malachite, Ormolu
$36,000 Sale Price
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H 34 in Dm 44 in
Empire Style Centre Table with Marble Top after Jacob-Desmalter, French
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
expensive single item, the jewel cabinet for the Empress, delivered in 1809 for the Empress Joséphine's
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Center Tables
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$45,356
H 32.29 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in
19th Century Grand Tour' Giltwood and Micromosaic Centre Table with Roman Scenes
Located in London, GB
expensive items, either acquired on tour or commissioned by English aristocracy and those of wealth
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Center Tables
Materials
Malachite
$391,718
H 30.5 in Dm 35.5 in
Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke Organic Design Coffee Table
By Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke
Located in New York, NY
suite, which wound up being among the most expensive items at the show due to the quality of materials
Category
Vintage 1940s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
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An early 17th century tapestry with a scene of Diana and Orion
Located in Hilversum, NL
recorded in his inventory in 1642. The series was one of the five most expensive items in the inventory of
Category
Antique 1620s French Renaissance Tapestries
Materials
Gold, Metallic Thread, Silver
Dutch Kaas or Kast, Armoire, Wardrobe
Located in Hudson, NY
, the most expensive household items of the 17th and 18th centuries. This Kast is exceptional in its
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Ebony, Oak
Pierre Gire (1901-1984), aka Pierre d'Avesn. Art Deco vase in green art glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
, two of Lalique's most expensive and sought-after collector's items. In 1926, he left René Lalique to
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Impressive Empire Style Malachite and Ormolu Center Table After Desmalter
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in Queens, NY
most expensive single item, the jewel cabinet for the Empress, delivered in 1809 for the Empress
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Center Tables
Materials
Malachite, Ormolu
Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke Organic Design Unit Cabinet
By Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke
Located in New York, NY
being among the most expensive items at the show due to the quality of materials and construction
Category
Vintage 1940s American Organic Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke Organic Design Nightstand
By Oscar Stonorov and Willo von Moltke
Located in New York, NY
being among the most expensive items at the show due to the quality of materials and construction
Category
Vintage 1940s American Organic Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Rare George Nelson for Herman Miller Teak Stereo Sound Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
expensive item in the 1963 Herman Miller catalog.
Teak with an ebonized wood frame which is original to the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
George II Walnut and Gilded Rococo Mirror
Located in Great Barrington, MA
upholstery and bedding, mirrors ( looking glasses) were the second most expensive items in 18th century
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Rococo Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gold Leaf
John Lennon Autograph on Customs Declaration
Located in Jersey, GB
, shirts and a hand bag are among the items bought while travelling. The most expensive item, a
Category
Vintage 1980s Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
French Consulat Period Set of Four Mahogany Chairs by Jacob Desmalter
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
most expensive single item, the jewel cabinet for the Empress, delivered in 1809 for the Empress
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 15.36 in
French Directoire Period, Pair of Sofas, Jacob Freres Rue Meslée, circa 1798
By Jacob Freres (French)
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
great cradle built for the infant King of Rome, and the most expensive single item, the jewel cabinet
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Canapes
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.29 in W 48.43 in D 25.6 in
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"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
True to her enthusiasm for the Modernist Movement Alessandra Delgado was inspired by Jorge Zalszupin timeless architectonic view to create the bar cart "Jorge". Elegant and versatil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Steel
$1,885 / item
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
13th/14thc Sukhothai or Northern Sukhothai Walking Buddha Head, Museum Quality
Located in Ukiah, CA
14th century Northern Sukhothai Walking Buddha Head-Museum quality. Near monumental- the full figure would have stood between 7 and 8 feet tall.
Very large bronze Buddhas, Especiall...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$42,000
H 14.5 in W 11 in D 10 in
Antique Brown Leather Riding Boots with Trees, 1890s Austria
By Rudolf Scheer & Söhne
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
A pair of exquisite decorative brown leather riding boots made by Austrian Imperial shoemaker Scheer - Purveyor of the imperial and royal court of the Austrian and Hungarian empire.
...
Category
Antique 1890s Austrian Late Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Leather
Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting of desert landscape
Located in Ebberup, DK
This is an original antique oil on cardboard impressionist painting from 1903. The motive is a desert landscape with mountains in the background kept in warm and intriguing colours.
...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
$710
H 13.78 in W 17.72 in D 1.58 in
Roger Capron 'Shogun' Coffee Table in Ceramic and Wood
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, 'Shogun' coffee table, ceramic, beech, France, 1960s
Lovely French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron. Both the tiles a...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Beech
Pair of Louis XVI Style Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French neoclassical style nightstand, with a pierced brass gallery and Bianco Carrara marble top, pull-out tray, single drawer with cast brass handles, square tapered legs with bra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Night Stands
Materials
Marble, Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10” Top Diameter x 12” Bottom Diameter x 8” Height
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches)...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pine
Italian Art Deco. Marble effect murano glass pendant lamp, 1930s
By Bauhaus
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Sculptural Art Deco pendant lamp, Italy, 1930s. One-piece Murano glass diffuser with a marble effect in light blue and white tones, and with black veins. Silver chromed metal structu...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large Conversation Settee - Canapé à confident - Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Very unusual and large conversation settee - canapé à confident.
Carved gilt-wood and velvet fabric, circa 1880.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Materials
Velvet, Wood
"Sudbourne Premier: Suffolk Punch Stallion" Herbert Haseltine, 1927 Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Herbert Haseltine
Sudbourne Premier: Suffolk Punch Stallion, 1927
Signed left side: © HASELTINE / MCMXXVII
Bronze, dark brown patina, parcel gilding
10 1/2 inches high. x 11 1/2 inch...
Category
1920s Realist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$35,000
H 10.5 in W 11.5 in D 6.5 in
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1930s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
Rare and charming ceiling light fixture, designed and made in Norway during the late 1930s. The fixture features a hand-painted glass shade with soft pastel tones, elegantly mounted ...
Category
Vintage 1930s Norwegian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
"Bellerophon and Pegasus" Striking Art Deco Painting with Male Nude Mythological
By Bryson Burroughs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This remarkable scene depicting the moment when Bellerophon was about to lasso the flying figure of Pegasus after the creature paused for a drink below was painted in 1926 by Bryson ...
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
$16,500
H 44 in W 28 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Vintage French Lounge Chairs with Camelbacks, Rolled Arms, Ebonized Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage pair of French lounge chairs with rolled arms, camelbacks, ebonized legs and upholstery. This vintage pair of French lounge chairs, with their elegant camelbacks and rolled...
Category
20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$4,500 / set
H 36 in W 35 in D 22.5 in
Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers produced by Pindex, Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 31.5"W x 17.0"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Grand Tour Statue of Poseidon
Located in New York, NY
An Italian circa 1900 cast metal statue of Poseidon.
Measurements:
Height: 27.5"
Diameter: 15"
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Willy Guhl Tilted Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tilted concrete "soup-cup" planters by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Great patina and coloring to each planter. Excellent vintage condition. Great planter and standalone sculpture for ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cement
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Find the exact most expensive item you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 1532 antique edition and 49 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a most expensive item from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2.5 carat and 3 carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a most expensive item has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Yves Saint Laurent, Michael Barin and Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche are consistently popular. Take a look at a most expensive item featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and rose cut versions for sale. When shopping for a most expensive item, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
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Prices for a most expensive item can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $300 and can go as high as $128,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,098.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Lithographs are so expensive largely because of their properties. Compared to other types of prints, they tend to be more painterly, meaning they are better at capturing the qualities of color, stroke and texture featured in an original image. Since they bring paintings and other images to life in rich detail, artists and dealers can sell them for higher prices. Lithographs may also be expensive due to their rarity or creation by a famous artist. Shop a large selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.
- Why is Steelcase so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024There are a few reasons why Steelcase is so expensive. Steelcase was founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1912 as the Metal Office Furniture Company, promoting steel desks and other furnishings as safer, fireproof alternatives to wooden pieces at a time when smoking in the workplace was common. The company invests heavily in research and development to continue to make advancements in ergonomic design that make its furniture more durable and comfortable. Steelcase also uses quality materials that cost more to source. Plus, demand for Steelcase tends to be high, contributing to high price points. Explore a selection of Steelcase furniture on 1stDibs.
- Why is shearling so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because shearling comes from the hide of a lamb, it is more limited. The most important factor in determining price is the softness of the wool and how thin the leather is. The higher quality jackets are warm but lighter weight.
- Why is Goyard so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Goyard is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the French fashion house uses costly materials, including its signature Goyardine canvas made of natural hemp, linen and cotton fibers. Also, artisans perform much of the crafting process by hand, making manufacturing expenses considerable. Finally, Goyard produces only a limited number of bags each year. Since demand often outweighs supply, Goyard is able to sell its pieces at aspirational price points. Explore a selection of Goyard bags on 1stDibs.
- Why is Hublot so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Hublot is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the Swiss luxury watchmaker uses premium materials, some of which are produced by the company itself, adding to costs. Hublot also handcrafts timepieces through a painstaking process, so its labor costs are high. Plus, Hublot has been cited as only manufacturing around 50,000 watches per year, which makes supply low relative to demand. Shop a collection of Hublot watches on 1stDibs.
- Why is Blancpain so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Blancpain is so expensive for a few reasons. One is due to innovation, which the Swiss luxury watchmaker has a long history of, having created the first-ever automatic wristwatch in 1926. Blancpain is known for being on the cutting edge of design, and many collectors are willing to pay high prices to own both its vintage and contemporary timepieces as a result. The watchmaker is also known for using exceptionally fine materials and employing time-honored crafting techniques that make the quality of its timepieces exceptional. In addition, Blancpain makes about half as many watches per year as some of its biggest competitors, so supply is often low compared to demand. Find a diverse assortment of Blancpain watches on 1stDibs.
- Why is Balenciaga so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Balenciaga is so expensive because it's one of the world's top fashion houses. Its cult status among celebrities in addition to its handmade production are two factors that contribute to Balenciaga pieces being so expensive.
- Why is Burberry so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Since its inception in 1856, Burberry has become one of the world's most premiere fashion houses. Known for the classic trench coats with a plaid lining, Burberry pieces are made with high quality materials and attention to detail.
- Why is Akris so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Swiss luxury brand Akris is so expensive due to the quality of the apparel and accessories produced by the brand. Artisans do much of the manufacturing by hand, and only high-end fabrics and materials go into Akris designs. Find a selection of Akris on 1stDibs.
- Why is Bottega so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Bottega is expensive largely due to the quality of the materials and the craftsmanship that goes into its apparel and accessories. The Italian fashion house has garnered acclaim over the course of its long history for impeccable quality and unassuming elegance. Known for its signature intrecciato weave and the overall superb craftsmanship that characterizes its handbags, jackets, shoes and other items, Bottega Veneta is revered all over the world. Explore a selection of Bottega Veneta pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is the most expensive wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
- Why is Gucci so expensive?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Gucci is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Gucci a highly coveted brand.Couture ClosetsMarch 23, 2021The craftmanship, quality of materials and time spent on every item is extensive. Simply watch a video on YouTube of a Gucci handbag being handsewn and you will see what goes into every item. Gucci items last for generations and are often passed down, for this reason. A good quality, well made item, lasts for decades...That is sustainable, and better for all.
- Are rubies expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, rubies can be quite expensive. Rubies of exceptional quality have recorded prices of over $1,000,000 per carat.
- Are emeralds expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, emeralds are expensive due to their rarity. These stones are known to be rarer and more expensive than diamonds.
- Is Opal expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.
- Is Garnet expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Garnets can be expensive depending on the variety. For instance, tsavorite and demantoid, the rarest varieties, can sell for thousands of dollars per carat.
- Is Sapphire expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021For the most part, sapphires are expensive, though some are cheaper. Some can cost as much as $25 per carat and others can cost over $11,000 per carat. The price is usually dependent on the stone's quality.
- Why is alexandrite so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024The reason why alexandrite is so expensive comes down to supply and demand. Compared to some other gemstones, alexandrite is rarer, so it is simply less available to be mined. In addition, there are also fewer mining operations devoted to sourcing the gem. At the same time, many people love alexandrite due to its unique color-changing appearance and strength. The low supply and the high demand combine to drive up the price of alexandrite. Shop a selection of alexandrite jewelry on 1stDibs.
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