Antique Wishing Wells
Louis Icart, Etching on Paper, "Wishing Well", Dated 1925
Located in København, Copenhagen
Louis Icart (1888-1950). Etching on paper. "Wishing Well". Dated 1925.
Visible dimensions: 43 x 28
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Paper
Antique French Majolica Bird Wishing Well Flower Holder Cache Pot Jerome Massier
By Jerome Massier
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Majolica Bird Wishing Well Flower Holder Cache Pot Jerome Massier.
Direct from
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Majolica
$1,850
H 13 in W 11 in D 8.5 in
"Lady and Baby by The Wishing Well" Still Bank, German, circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
coins is on the underneath, along with "Wishing Well German" handwritten on the opposite corner (see
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Water Well Bucket, Wishing Well Vase
By Satsuma
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This Japanese porcelain vase is barrel shaped with a yolk handle. It is both finely and intricately hand painted. It pictures groups of scholars with scrolls dressed in elaborate bro...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Porcelain
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5 in W 4.13 in D 4.13 in
Ancient 22kt Yellow Gold Roman Snake Ring 2nd to 3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
place and this is how the serpent took on a well-wishing and talismanic function, before taking on a
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
ART DECO 1920 European Platinum Necklace With Carved Jadeite Jade & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
a jade leaf conveys admiration, love, and a wish for the recipient's well-being.
Jadeite Jade
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Platinum
$4,985
H 1.58 in W 0.5 in L 18 in
Ten Auspicious Korean Traditional Embroidered Pillows
Located in seoul, KR
decoration, serving as meaningful gifts that express well-wishes and prosperity. They reflect the warmth and
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19th Century Korean Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Early 20th Century '1900s' Chinese Cloisonné Enameled Porcelain Vases
Located in North Miami, FL
good fortune and luck. These vases thus become more than art; they are carriers of tradition and well
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Enamel
$7,665 Sale Price
30% Off
H 16 in Dm 13 in
Rare Pair of Chinese Qing Famille Jaune Porcelain Relief Molded Vase Lamps 19thC
Located in Nottingham, GB
such as the "Shou" character (寿), pine trees, or cranes, symbolize the wish for long life and health
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19th Century Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Porcelain
$11,682
H 26.78 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Antique Chinese Carved Amethyst Peach Pendant 14K Gold Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
longevity, beauty and love. The phrase Shou Tao, peach of longevity, is commonly used in greetings and well
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wishing Wells
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Amethyst, Gold
$2,750
H 15.5 in W 1.19 in D 0.57 in
Patinated bronze sculpture of young boy trimming the wings of a dove by Gregoire
Located in London, GB
which roughly translates as "If you wish to be treated well do good to others). Jean-Louis Gregoire
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1880s Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Bronze
$7,215
H 27 in W 12 in D 12 in
Chinese Table Screen Mirror, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
of well-wishes for the observer. The mirrored surface of the screen provides the viewer with a direct
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood
Persian Engraved Calligraphy Brass Platter, Early 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
, perhaps excerpts from poetry, religious verses, or well-wishes. The calligraphic elements are executed
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Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Brass
Dreaming Anew, Departing New York Harbor
By Henry Bacon
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
speaks to a sentimental attachment from someone wishing her well on her voyage.
The bright, colorful
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1890s Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Oil, Panel
Recent Sales
The Wishing Well: A Portrait of Alice Louise Drake
By Robert Frederick Blum
Located in New York, NY
The Wishing Well: a Portrait of Alice Louise Drake was a portrait done of the daughter of Blum's
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Late 19th Century Antique Wishing Wells
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Watercolor, Paper
H 11.875 in W 9.75 in
Wishing-Well Chateau Style, hand-carved in Stone from France, 1800s.
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rare chateau wishing-well in limestone from the 1800s from France in great condition.
Original and
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone
Original French Antique Wishing-Well in Limestone, 17th Century, France
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Original and unique French antique wishing-well in limestone, 17th century, France.
In one solid
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17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone
H 43.31 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
Sumida Gawa Pottery Piece (Wishing Well shaped bucket vase)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sumida Gawa was popular in the late 1800's. This colorful ware was made for export to the West and is usually heavy and covered with figures in relief. It got it's name from the Sumi...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Wishing Wells
Antique Victorian Engagement Ring with Rose Cut Diamonds and Cabochon Opals
Located in Antwerp, BE
from 1890 could be your personal wishing well full of red, green and blue shimmers meant to grant you
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1890s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Wishing Wells
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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
Victorian Antique Opal and 1.92 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
personal wishing well full of red and green shimmers surrounded with 32 old brilliant cut diamonds set in
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring Multifunctional as Necklace Clasp, 1880s
Located in Antwerp, BE
could be your personal wishing well full of red and green shimmers. 16 surrounding old brilliant cut
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1880s Belgian Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920
Located in London, GB
you wish the world were wiser?
Well, suppose you make a start
By accumulating wisdom
In the
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Wishing Wells
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Linen, Wood
Pair of Charming Antique Tibetan Double Dragon Khaden Rugs
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
depiction of two dragons playing amongst the clouds with the wish fulfilling pearl is well executed. The
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Wishing Wells
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Wool, Cotton
Pair of Boys on Kylins
Located in New York, NY
well-meaning wish for the birth of many boys.
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Porcelain
Henry Firks' View of San Francisco, 1849
By Henry Firks
Located in New York, NY
republic has been constantly reminded by some of its trans-atlantic well-wishers that the precious metals
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19th Century Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Lithograph
Spain Wishing Well
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a charming European wishing well with great character, a perfect addition to your landscape
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Mid-18th Century Spanish Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Limestone Wishing Well
Located in Dallas, TX
A hand carved limestone wellhead circa 1750. Additional photos on dealers website.
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18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone
Antique Spanish Gilt Bronze-Mounted Composition Wishing Well
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary wishing well from the nineteenth century, possibly of royal Spanish provenance
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19th Century Spanish Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Composition, Bronze, Steel
19th Century French Limestone Well
Located in Dallas, TX
An antique hand carved Limestone and iron wishing well
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wishing Wells
Delphin Massier Majolica Birds around Well Group
By Delphin Massier
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
wishing well. Colouration: cream, green, yellow, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the
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1880s French Late Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Majolica
Delphin Massier Majolica Birds around Well Group
By Delphin Massier
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
around a wishing well. Coloration: cream, yellow, green, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Majolica
Antique Beaten Brass Wall Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
, a sunburst of brassy gold framing the reflective wishing well within. The surface is covered with a
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Brass
Signed Decorative European Wall Hanging Painting on Canvas, 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
wall with a wishing well to the left. She stands coyly at the well leaning upon the bucket while he
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Early 20th Century European Antique Wishing Wells
19th Century Antique French Carved Oak Confiturier Wine Cabinet Display Brittany
Located in Shreveport, LA
to the standing male, on a cobblestone street, in front of a stone wall and wishing well!~
~Very
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wishing Wells
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Chestnut, Oak
H 62 in W 29 in D 16.25 in
Chinese Phoenix and Peony Painted Treasure Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
wealth, rank, and good fortune. The painted character for double happiness furthers the well wishes, a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Wood
Victorian country house curved back sofa
Located in Malton, GB
some if you wish. Elegant arm design as well.
Measurements Height 75cm Width 220cm Depth 88cm Depth of
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19th Century Antique Wishing Wells
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Beech
Victorian country house curved back sofa
Located in Malton, GB
some if you wish. Elegant arm design as well.
Measurements Height 75cm Width 220cm Depth 88cm Depth of
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19th Century Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Beech
French 19th Century Parcel Gilt Carved Oval Marriage Mirror with Kissing Doves
Located in Atlanta, GA
and parcel-gilt décor embodies the well wishes dedicated to the couple. The central mirror plate is
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19th Century French Antique Wishing Wells
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Mirror, Wood
H 45 in W 27 in D 5.5 in
Triangular Felt Pennant, Oyster Bay
Located in York County, PA
the name of the town appears on the pennant, it was most certainly used there or sold to well-wishers
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wishing Wells
Collection of Dr. A.F. Dixon's Medical Research Instruments
Located in Austin, TX
College, Cardiff. Including a telegram from 1897 wishing him well.
More photos available
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19th Century English Antique Wishing Wells
Till Death Us Do Part
By Edmund Blair Leighton
Located in New Orleans, LA
expressions ranging from worry to dazed confusion. The bride casts her eyes downward as the “well-wishers
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19th Century Academic Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rare Victorian Wishing Well Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare figural novelty earrings from the late 19th Century of silver and brass bound wishing wells
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Italian 19th Century Carved Carrara Marble and Wrought Iron Wishing Well Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Italian 19th century carved Carrara marble and wrought iron wishing well head (It may also
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19th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Antique Pine Low Bench, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
" high, it might serve well in a child's space or even make a fun plant stand. Use as you wish, the well
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Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Wood
Antique Bronze Buddha, Charity and Compassion
Located in Somis, CA
compassion as well as granting wishes. One of a kind. .
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Chinese Eternal Prosperity Bamboo Brush Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
tradition and a wish for wealth and well being.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Bamboo
Heron and Crow in Snow
Located in Fairlawn, OH
were a Japanese New Year tradition. Images have lots of "negative" space for well-wishers to
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1920s Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Woodcut
Iris
Located in Fairlawn, OH
;negative" space for well-wishers to personalize greetings. They are somewhat rare since this form of
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1920s Realist Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Woodcut
Bamboo in Moonlight
Located in Fairlawn, OH
"negative" space for well-wishers to personalize greetings. They are somewhat rare since this form of
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1920s Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Woodcut
Trumeau Mirror and Painting of a Hapsburg Wedding at Miramare Castle in Trieste
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
hundreds of well-wishers.
Charlotte and Maximillian spent several relatively happy years in Miramare
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Late 19th Century German Napoleon III Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
H 40 in W 52 in D 2 in
Faux Bois Wishing Well
Located in Culver City, CA
Fabulous Faux Bois Wishing Well with Bird on Top and Residual Red Paint
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Concrete
Faux Bois 1920's Wishing Well
Located in Pasadena, CA
Charming wishing well made with enchanting faux bois technique.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wishing Wells
Art Nouveau Wishing Well Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This charming painted lady is known as a "wishing well" or a "gazing" lamp. The light shines
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wishing Wells
Wishing Well in Limestone ca. 1700 France
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rare wishing well in limestone circa 1700 from private property in France. Perfect condition, ready
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18th Century and Earlier French Rustic Antique Wishing Wells
Wishing well in limestone from France 18th century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Great wishing well in limestone from France 18th century with original great patina from age.
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone
Castle Wishing Well in Limestone and Iron from France 19th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
* Huge castle wishing well in limestone and iron, 19th century from France. Original.
This
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Limestone, Iron
Antique Platinum Ruby Diamond Mechanical Wishing Well Charm
Located in New York, NY
A best ever: a mechanical figural "wishing well" charm. When you turn the handle, a ruby "heart
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Early 1900s American Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Platinum
Georgian Smokey Quartz Rebus Puzzle Intaglio
Located in Sale, Cheshire
is an eye, an anchor, a yew tree, the word "Are", and a wishing well... to spell out the sentence "I
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Quartz
Unique Antique Chest with Foo Dogs, Northern Chinese, 19th Century
Located in SOMIS, CA
the vernacular look of the piece. Considering the well wishing words and foo dogs, this is likely a
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19th Century Chinese Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Brass
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Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period.
Solid oak wood, noted for i...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Oak
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
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2010s Italian Renaissance Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Glass
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
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20th Century Danish Victorian Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Marquetry Hanging or Table Cabinet, Meiji Period, c. 1900, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and remarkable Japanese lacquer and marquetry decorated table or hanging cabinet, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.
The cabinet of square form surmounted by an arched top wit...
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Metal, Brass, Copper
$2,700
H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 8.5 in
Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.
Located in London, GB
This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...
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15th Century and Earlier German Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Other
$446,696
H 70.87 in W 125.99 in D 2.17 in
Near Antique Hand Carved Wooden Don Quixote and Sancho Panza Sculpture Bookends
Located in Lisse, NL
Very well carved and superb condition, famous novel bookends.
This wonderfully hand-carved pair of wooden bookends depicts two of literature’s most iconic figures: the noble and ide...
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Mid-20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Wood
$1,048 / set
H 8.7 in W 6 in D 3 in
Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
By A. Petit Monsigny
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Table Lamp by Adolphe Petit-Monsigny, circa 1920. An exceptional French Art Deco table lamp, circa 1920, showcasing a stunning bronze sculpture by th...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
A German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano
By Bechstein Piano Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano, Serial No. 5655. The beautifully crafted Grand piano, raised on three tapered barrel shaped...
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19th Century German Louis XVI Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Bronze
$49,850 Sale Price
33% Off
H 38.63 in W 80 in D 59 in
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
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Late 19th Century European Moorish Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Wrought Iron
$116,828
H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in
French Early 20th Century Pine Refectory Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A thick, solid pine refectory or farmhouse table, from early 20th century France. Knots, beautiful grain, and an incredible range of textures give the 2 ¼” thick tabletop its abundan...
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20th Century French French Provincial Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Pine
Set of 6 Amethyst Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Murano Glass
$359 / set
H 4.14 in W 2.56 in D 4.14 in
Ralph Lauren Chrome & Lucite Modern Wood Bar Tea Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handsome Avalon two tier tea table by Ralph Lauren Home. This sleek and modern bar table features a polished chrome flat bar frame with tubular Lucite handles and stained wood tops. ...
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2010s Modern Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1921 René Lalique Vase Ronces Brambles Glass with Sepia Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Ronces" made in clear and frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1921.
Stamped signature.
Perfect condition. Very nice patina.
height: 23.5 cm
Félix Marcilhac, R...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage George Smith Kilim Upholstered Three Seat Couch or Sofa Feather Cushions
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions
A stunning sofa which is one of G...
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2010s English Modern Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Upholstery
$18,660
H 35.44 in W 72.84 in D 41.34 in
Table Clock, Ormolu, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Table clock made of gilded bronze with a powerful base, enhanced with legs decorated with vegetal and architectural motifs of classicist inspiration and a series of details on the fr...
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Bronze
René Lalique (1860-1945) “Abduhla » Rare Opalescent Glass Cigarettes Box 1934
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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“Abduhla » Rare Opalescent Glass Cigarettes Box
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1930s French Art Deco Antique Wishing Wells
Materials
Art Glass
$9,800
H 1.54 in W 10.32 in D 4.57 in
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Find a variety of antique wishing wells available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique wishing wells — often made from stone, limestone and metal — can elevate any home. Antique wishing wells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique wishing wells bearing Folk Art or Louis XV hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Satsuma produced beautiful antique wishing wells that are worth considering.
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Prices for antique wishing wells start at $325 and top out at $85,000 with the average selling for $5,003.
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