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Jacques Schouls French Jewellery Suite Box, 19th Century
Jacques Schouls French Jewellery Suite Box, 19th Century

Jacques Schouls French Jewellery Suite Box, 19th Century

Located in Braintree, GB

An exceptional and unusual antique French presentation case, of strong interest to collectors of early jewellery boxes and objects of vertu. Dimensions External: 17cm x 11.5cm x 2cm...

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Antique Late 19th Century Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Other

Wartski Leather and Velvet Jewellery Box, Green, Circa 1930s to 1960s
Wartski Leather and Velvet Jewellery Box, Green, Circa 1930s to 1960s

Wartski Leather and Velvet Jewellery Box, Green, Circa 1930s to 1960s

Located in Braintree, GB

Wartski is one of the most respected names in fine jewellery and objects of vertu, a long established London house with a strong following among collectors of antique boxes.

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Vintage 1930s Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Other

Antique Art Deco Ruby Glass Bullet Pocket Bottle, Circa 1870
Antique Art Deco Ruby Glass Bullet Pocket Bottle, Circa 1870

Antique Art Deco Ruby Glass Bullet Pocket Bottle, Circa 1870

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved object of vertu, this miniature flask is highly versatile, standing as a premier cabinet collectible Size 4.4 cm x 2 cm (approx) Unsure if sterling silver or...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vanity Items

Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art
Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art

Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art

By Sotheby's

Located in Mexico City, MX

Auction catalog with outstanding works of Fabergé, Russian Works of Art, Objects of Vertu and Silver. Ideal for collectors, galleries and art lovers.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Books

Materials

Paper

Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art
Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art

Sothebys Catalogue Fabergé, Russian Works of Art

By Sotheby's

Located in Mexico City, MX

Auction catalog with outstanding works of Fabrgè, Russian Works of Art, Objects of Vertu and Silver. Ideal for collectors, galleries and art lovers.

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Vintage 1980s Books

Materials

Paper

Property from the Collection of Mrs. Paul Mellon (Book)
Property from the Collection of Mrs. Paul Mellon (Book)

Property from the Collection of Mrs. Paul Mellon (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

Vol. II Jewels & Objects of Vertu 20th -21st November 2014. 256 pages.

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20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Sotheby's the Collections of Hanns and Elisabeth Weinberg & the Antique Company
Sotheby's the Collections of Hanns and Elisabeth Weinberg & the Antique Company

Sotheby's the Collections of Hanns and Elisabeth Weinberg & the Antique Company

Located in valatie, NY

Sotheby's the collections of Hanns and Elisabeth Weinberg & the Antique Company of New York, November 2006. 468 pages, 738 lots of important European ceramics and objects of vertu. W...

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Late 20th Century American Books

Materials

Paper

English Silver and Enamel Vesta Case with Fox Hunting Scene, circa 1890–1910
English Silver and Enamel Vesta Case with Fox Hunting Scene, circa 1890–1910

English Silver and Enamel Vesta Case with Fox Hunting Scene, circa 1890–1910

Located in Rotterdam, NL

It would make a fine addition to a collection of antique silver, sporting memorabilia, or enamel objects of vertu.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Sinatra Christie's catalogue (Book)
Sinatra Christie's catalogue (Book)

Sinatra Christie's catalogue (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

Fine Objects of Vertu, Faberge, American Paintings and Memorabilia from the Collection of Mr and Mrs Frank Sinatra.

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20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Georgian Hallmarked 1733 George II Chester Sterling Silver Hanging Wall Pocket
Georgian Hallmarked 1733 George II Chester Sterling Silver Hanging Wall Pocket

Georgian Hallmarked 1733 George II Chester Sterling Silver Hanging Wall Pocket

Located in London, GB

Exceptionally hand-hammered and raised into a traditional tapering horn or slipper silhouette, this important object of vertu features a perfectly flat reverse designed to sit flush ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Christies 2000 the Di Portanova Collection 1st Ed
Christies 2000 the Di Portanova Collection 1st Ed

Christies 2000 the Di Portanova Collection 1st Ed

Located in valatie, NY

Fabergé, Russian Works of Art and Objects of Vertu from The di Portanova Collection. 100 pages, 147 lots in the collection including over fifty signed Fabergé lots and a few Fabergé ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

Materials

Paper

Finely Carved Japanese Okimono on Stand
Finely Carved Japanese Okimono on Stand

Finely Carved Japanese Okimono on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A small but wonderful object of vertu. The ball itself is 2" in diameter.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Late Edwardian Mahogany Dumbwaiter
Late Edwardian Mahogany Dumbwaiter

Late Edwardian Mahogany Dumbwaiter

Located in Hudson, NY

Made from mahogany with a deep tight grain the decorative carved elements are done in old gold and also has decorative accents in a verde antique simulating ancient bronze. Used to ...

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Early 20th Century English William IV Serving Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Paint

Emanuele Pantanella Italy Geometric Wood Picture Frame
Emanuele Pantanella Italy Geometric Wood Picture Frame

Emanuele Pantanella Italy Geometric Wood Picture Frame

By Studio Italia Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

Emanuele Pantanella's designs are modern-day Objects of Vertu, a blend of extreme luxury and pared-down simplicity inspired by Pantanella's Mediterranean heritage.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass, Wood

Sotheby's Dec 14 2004 European Ceramics Glass Silver and Virtue Auction Catalog
Sotheby's Dec 14 2004 European Ceramics Glass Silver and Virtue Auction Catalog

Sotheby's Dec 14 2004 European Ceramics Glass Silver and Virtue Auction Catalog

By Sotheby's

Located in Red Lion, PA

The sale offers a comprehensive survey of continental craftsmanship from the 16th through the 19th centuries, featuring notable pieces such as Meissen porcelain, Augsburg silver, and...

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Early 2000s British Rococo Books

Materials

Paper

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Pipe Cleaner, Duchess of Windsor
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Pipe Cleaner, Duchess of Windsor

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Pipe Cleaner, Duchess of Windsor

By Cartier

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A rare Cartier pipe cleaner crafted in 18K yellow gold and weighing approximately 33 grams. The piece features a compact cylindrical form with an articulated cleaning tool and bears ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Yellow Gold

A Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases
A Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases

A Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases

Located in San Diego, CA

This unique pair of six-faceted cloisonné vases, each adorned with a theme of 博古 (Bo Gu), displays the beauty of antiquity. The facets feature intricate burgundy window frames, remin...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Enamel Frames and Objects

Maharaja: The Splendour of India's Royal Courts (Book)
Maharaja: The Splendour of India's Royal Courts (Book)

Maharaja: The Splendour of India's Royal Courts (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

Edited by Anna Jackson and Amin Jaffer The word 'maharaja' - literally 'great king' - conjures up a vision of splendour and magnificence. This lavishly illustrated book examines the ...

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20th Century Enamel Frames and Objects

Pair of Christie's Catalogs, The Exceptional Sale 2010 and 2013 London, 1st Ed
Pair of Christie's Catalogs, The Exceptional Sale 2010 and 2013 London, 1st Ed

Pair of Christie's Catalogs, The Exceptional Sale 2010 and 2013 London, 1st Ed

Located in valatie, NY

The sale presents the finest examples of: English, French and German furniture, ormolu-mounted Chinese porcelain, silver, European porcelain, clocks, sculpture, portrait miniatures a...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Books

Materials

Paper

Set of 3 Schumann-Dresden Porcelain Serving Dishes
Set of 3 Schumann-Dresden Porcelain Serving Dishes

Set of 3 Schumann-Dresden Porcelain Serving Dishes

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Three decorative porcelain serving dishes, including a circular dish and oval dish with handles. Two of the dishes are by Schumann-Bavaria in the 'CHATEAU' pattern and are hand pain...

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Vintage 1940s German Enamel Frames and Objects

Antique Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman, South German, Circa 1680
Antique Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman, South German, Circa 1680

Antique Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman, South German, Circa 1680

Located in Firenze, IT

A gentleman in silver-studded armour, full bottomed powdered wig oil on copper, gilt-metal mounts ovals (72 mm.) high.

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Antique 1680s German Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Copper

Fabergé Phases of the Moon Clock Egg, 18k Gold, Enamel, Diamonds, Rock Crystal
Fabergé Phases of the Moon Clock Egg, 18k Gold, Enamel, Diamonds, Rock Crystal

Fabergé Phases of the Moon Clock Egg, 18k Gold, Enamel, Diamonds, Rock Crystal

By Fabergé

Located in Pforzheim, DE

Fabergé Phases of the Moon Clock Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Opalescent Blue Guilloché Enamel, 496 Diamonds, Rock Crystal, Rose Quartz, Black Onyx This Fabergé egg, created in the year 20...

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Early 2000s German Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

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Blue Sapphire, Rock Crystal, Onyx, Crystal, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold...

Margaret Thatcher and State of Qatar, Garrard & Co. Silver Gilt Presentation Set
Margaret Thatcher and State of Qatar, Garrard & Co. Silver Gilt Presentation Set

Margaret Thatcher and State of Qatar, Garrard & Co. Silver Gilt Presentation Set

By Garrard & Co. Ltd.

Located in Long Island City, NY

Margaret Thatcher and State of Qatar, Garrard & Co. Silver Gilt Presentation Set, London, 1983. MARK OF GARRARD LTD, LONDON, 1983 A Three piece Elizabeth II, silver and sil...

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20th Century British Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver

Turn of the Century Parasol Handle for Flirty, Twirling Come-Hither
Turn of the Century Parasol Handle for Flirty, Twirling Come-Hither

Turn of the Century Parasol Handle for Flirty, Twirling Come-Hither

By Georg Adam Scheid

Located in New York, NY

Ramp up your allure with a turn-of-the-century parasol handle. Silver and amber cylinder mounted to cone with enameled stylized vertical leafing branches on green guilloche basket-we...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Amber, Silver

Property From The Collection Of Mrs. Paul Mellon: 4 Vols 2014 Sotheby's (NEW)
Property From The Collection Of Mrs. Paul Mellon: 4 Vols 2014 Sotheby's (NEW)

Property From The Collection Of Mrs. Paul Mellon: 4 Vols 2014 Sotheby's (NEW)

Located in Bristol, CT

Sotheby's New York 2014 12 1/4" x 9 1/4" Vol I: Masterworks [256] pp. 43 lots Vol II: Jewels & Objects of Vertu [256] pp. 267 lots Vol III: Interiors [396] pp.

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21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Paper

Sterling Silver Enamel Guilloche Fork Spoon Appetizer Serving Set David Andersen
Sterling Silver Enamel Guilloche Fork Spoon Appetizer Serving Set David Andersen

Sterling Silver Enamel Guilloche Fork Spoon Appetizer Serving Set David Andersen

By David Andersen

Located in New York, NY

Dimensions: Fork: .63" width x 5.32" height Spoon: 1.32" width x 5.07" height Many pieces, often notable, came from the David Andersen Company, well known for small objects of vert...

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Japanese 14Kt. Gold Watch Fob with Matte Salts Enameled Finish 1920's
Japanese 14Kt. Gold Watch Fob with Matte Salts Enameled Finish 1920's

Japanese 14Kt. Gold Watch Fob with Matte Salts Enameled Finish 1920's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Japanese Fob STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Gold and Matte Salts Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: About 3.5 Inches Long This tr...

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Sotheby's: Treasures Aristocratic Heirlooms, London July 2010
Sotheby's: Treasures Aristocratic Heirlooms, London July 2010

Sotheby's: Treasures Aristocratic Heirlooms, London July 2010

Located in valatie, NY

Ranging in date from the 16th to the 19th century, these works encompass the entire range of the decorative arts, from porcelain, silver, snuff boxes and furniture to carpets and obj...

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2010s English Books

Materials

Paper

Antique Russian Easter Egg A.Bragin 88 Silver & Champlevé Enamel / 104gr
Antique Russian Easter Egg A.Bragin 88 Silver & Champlevé Enamel / 104gr

Antique Russian Easter Egg A.Bragin 88 Silver & Champlevé Enamel / 104gr

Located in SE

The firm produced a wide range of various silver objects, objects of vertu and samovars. Influenced by the fashion and tastes of that time, the majority of Bragin's works were made i...

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Antique 1890s Russian Modern Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Pair English Sterling Working Wheelbarrow Sweetmeat Baskets, London, 1906
Pair English Sterling Working Wheelbarrow Sweetmeat Baskets, London, 1906

Pair English Sterling Working Wheelbarrow Sweetmeat Baskets, London, 1906

By William Comyns

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Today they remain functional serving pieces and appealing decorative objects of vertu. The openwork baskets are pierced with scrolling acanthus foliage.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Russian Silver Troika Sculpture, I. Sazikov after E. Lanceray, Moscow, ca. 1875
Russian Silver Troika Sculpture, I. Sazikov after E. Lanceray, Moscow, ca. 1875

Russian Silver Troika Sculpture, I. Sazikov after E. Lanceray, Moscow, ca. 1875

By Ignaty Sazikov

Located in New York, NY

The firm produced mainly objects of vertu and exclusive tableware in Neo-Russian style; sculptural and figurative pieces, representing historical themes or genre scenes, as well as i...

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Antique 1870s Russian Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Silver

Antique Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case with Reeded Design - Dutch 19th c.
Antique Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case with Reeded Design - Dutch 19th c.

Antique Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case with Reeded Design - Dutch 19th c.

Located in London, GB

Whether it be a wonderful collectable object of vertu or a practical case for the discerning individual, it is bound to be a conversation starter and the perfect accoutrement for the...

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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Indian Mughal 22K Gold Navratna Cuff Bracelet, 18th Century
Antique Indian Mughal 22K Gold Navratna Cuff Bracelet, 18th Century

Antique Indian Mughal 22K Gold Navratna Cuff Bracelet, 18th Century

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Provenance & Exhibition History Exhibited as Lot 6: "A Gemset Bajuband or Arm Ornament", Exhibition of Jewels, Objects of Vertu and Indian Works of Art, Saffronart, Mumbai and De...

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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Spoons Cloisonne Set of 6 - Dmitrii Nikolaevich
Antique Russian Silver Enamel Spoons Cloisonne Set of 6 - Dmitrii Nikolaevich

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Spoons Cloisonne Set of 6 - Dmitrii Nikolaevich

Located in London, GB

In spite of what could be a very bland and utilitarian item, each piece has been decorated and treated as an object of vertu to display a high degree of craftsmanship, artistry and d...

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Antique Late 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique French Napoleon III Marquetry Perfume Casket Attributed to Tahan Paris
Antique French Napoleon III Marquetry Perfume Casket Attributed to Tahan Paris

Antique French Napoleon III Marquetry Perfume Casket Attributed to Tahan Paris

Located in Nottingham, GB

The combination of finely worked marquetry, gilt bronze, silk and cut crystal creates an exceptionally sophisticated object of vertu. The casket is attributed to Tahan, Paris, one o...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Cloisonne Spoons and Fork Set c.1890
Antique Russian Silver Enamel Cloisonne Spoons and Fork Set c.1890

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Cloisonne Spoons and Fork Set c.1890

Located in London, GB

In spite of what could be a very bland and utilitarian item, each piece has been decorated and treated as an object of vertu to display a high degree of craftsmanship, artistry and d...

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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Georgian Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case Engine Turned - Edward Edwards
Antique Georgian Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case Engine Turned - Edward Edwards

Antique Georgian Solid Silver Cigar/Cheroot Case Engine Turned - Edward Edwards

Located in London, GB

Whether it be a wonderful collectable object of vertu or a practical case for the discerning individual, it is bound to be a conversation starter and the perfect accoutrement for the...

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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heavy Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt Cigar/Cheroot Case - London 1850
Heavy Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt Cigar/Cheroot Case - London 1850

Heavy Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt Cigar/Cheroot Case - London 1850

Located in London, GB

Remarkably opulent and classically regal, this case is not only an ideal accompaniment for the sophisticated collector but a true object of vertu. Additionally, with some creative u...

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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Holbeinesque Pendant Necklace Garnets Pearls 18K Gold - c.1857
Antique Victorian Holbeinesque Pendant Necklace Garnets Pearls 18K Gold - c.1857

Antique Victorian Holbeinesque Pendant Necklace Garnets Pearls 18K Gold - c.1857

Located in London, GB

What is perhaps overlooked and overshadowed is Holbein's pursuit and designs for jewellery, plate and other objects of vertu. He often portrayed subjects wearing extravagant jewels p...

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Antique 1850s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

ANTIQUE 1820 JOHANN WAGNER & SOHN DRESSiNG TABLE WITH CUT GLASS CRYSTAL & SILVER
ANTIQUE 1820 JOHANN WAGNER & SOHN DRESSiNG TABLE WITH CUT GLASS CRYSTAL & SILVER

ANTIQUE 1820 JOHANN WAGNER & SOHN DRESSiNG TABLE WITH CUT GLASS CRYSTAL & SILVER

By Johann Wagner & Sohn

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

From 1824, the firm is recorded in Jägerstrasse 52 in Berlin until in 1869, they opened new premises at the prestigious address ‘Unter den Linden 30’ in Berlin, where they manufactur...

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Antique 1820s Regency Vanities

Materials

Crystal

Sub Miniature Silver Cloissone Enamel Carriage or Boudoir Clock by Zenith
Sub Miniature Silver Cloissone Enamel Carriage or Boudoir Clock by Zenith

Sub Miniature Silver Cloissone Enamel Carriage or Boudoir Clock by Zenith

Located in London, GB

Both decorative and practical, this is a rare and highly collectable example from one of Switzerland's most prestigious horological houses, equally suited to a collection of fine clo...

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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"Cartier, Exceptional Objects" 2 Volumes, 976 Pages
"Cartier, Exceptional Objects" 2 Volumes, 976 Pages

"Cartier, Exceptional Objects" 2 Volumes, 976 Pages

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W 10.23 in D 3.54 in L 13.78 in

"Cartier, Exceptional Objects" 2 Volumes, 976 Pages

Located in Hong Kong CENTRAL, HK

"Cartier, the jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers" according to the famous words of King Edward VII of England was also a master in the manufacture of objects of vertu and ac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vanity Items

A Rare Antique Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C
A Rare Antique Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C

A Rare Antique Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C

Located in London, GB

Thanks for looking at this superb object of vertu. This box is in the form of a boat, the cover and base of translucent blue enamel on a peacock-feather engine-turned ground, the co...

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Antique 1780s Swiss Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Gold

Wooden Hand Painted Stools Chowki (Red, Set of 3)
Wooden Hand Painted Stools Chowki (Red, Set of 3)

Wooden Hand Painted Stools Chowki (Red, Set of 3)

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Wooden Hand Painted Stools (Red, Set of 3 Wooden Hand Painted Stools (Red, Set of 3 Wooden Hand Painted Stools (Red, Set of 3 Wooden Hand Painted Stools (Red, Set of 3 Wooden Hand Pa...

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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

J.D. Russum Gold Coroner Jefferson County Al Badge 'Part of Alabama History'
J.D. Russum Gold Coroner Jefferson County Al Badge 'Part of Alabama History'

J.D. Russum Gold Coroner Jefferson County Al Badge 'Part of Alabama History'

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This unique 14k gold Coroner badge has a lot of history. The coroner this badge was presented to, was one of the players involved in the 1921 "Trial Of The Century" in Birmingham Ala...

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Vintage 1920s American Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

14k Gold

1800s Art Nouveau Miniature Ruby Flower Enamel Spring Bloom Tiffany Style Clock
1800s Art Nouveau Miniature Ruby Flower Enamel Spring Bloom Tiffany Style Clock

1800s Art Nouveau Miniature Ruby Flower Enamel Spring Bloom Tiffany Style Clock

Located in New york, NY

As technology expanded in transportation allowing the world’s elite to travel more easily than any previous societies by water routes across oceanic & newly explored river routes fro...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Desk Accessories

Materials

Ruby, Brass, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills

By Nathaniel Mills

Located in Uckfield, Sussex

He became especially recognizable for his objects of vertu, such as well-constructed silver and gold boxes, card cases, snuff boxes and vinaigrettes.

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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Fine Pietre Dure Pair of Side Cabinets by Mombro the Eldest, 19th Century
Fine Pietre Dure Pair of Side Cabinets by Mombro the Eldest, 19th Century

Fine Pietre Dure Pair of Side Cabinets by Mombro the Eldest, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Monbro fils aîné (1807–1884) is thus recorded as furniture maker, upholsterer and dealer in objects of vertu at 18 Rue Basse de Rempart in Paris during the period 1838 until circa 18...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Stone, Marble

A Unique Tutti Frutti Object of Vertu by Cartier
A Unique Tutti Frutti Object of Vertu by Cartier

A Unique Tutti Frutti Object of Vertu by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An extroardinarily rare "Tutti Frutti" Object of Vertu manufactured by Cartier in the early 1930s, presenting brilliant cut diamonds, rubies, carved emeralds and carved sapphires, on...

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Vintage 1930s French Frames

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Empire Style Gilded Bronze Table Top Vitrine
French Empire Style Gilded Bronze Table Top Vitrine

French Empire Style Gilded Bronze Table Top Vitrine

Located in Hudson, NY

This small but stylish table top vitrine with a beveled glass door and mirrored back and bottom is for the display of objects of vertu. Cast in a late neoclassical style, the piece h...

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Early 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Russian 'Imperial Period', Nephrite Jade, Gold and White Chalcedony Desk Seal
Russian 'Imperial Period', Nephrite Jade, Gold and White Chalcedony Desk Seal

Russian 'Imperial Period', Nephrite Jade, Gold and White Chalcedony Desk Seal

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

Provenance - Sotheby's London, 18th December 2007, 'Important Silver, Gold Boxes & Objects of Vertu', Lot 1: estimate £3000-£5000 GBP - hammer price £5000 GBP.

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Antique 19th Century Russian Desk Accessories

Materials

Chalcedony, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Frohmann 18 Karat Gold, Rock Crystal, Gem Bird Statue and Clock, circa 1980
Frohmann 18 Karat Gold, Rock Crystal, Gem Bird Statue and Clock, circa 1980

Frohmann 18 Karat Gold, Rock Crystal, Gem Bird Statue and Clock, circa 1980

By Armand Frohmann

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Armand Frohmann founded Frohmann jewelers in 1948 in the beating heart of the diamond centre of Antwerp, the company has become renown for the outstanding quality of jewelery and obj...

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20th Century Belgian Desk Sets

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Gold

Fabulous Object of Exquisite Rarity
Fabulous Object of Exquisite Rarity

Fabulous Object of Exquisite Rarity

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W 8.5 in D 1 in Dm 3.375 in

Fabulous Object of Exquisite Rarity

Located in Aspen, CO

Magnifying Glass Pave with Bohemian Garnets. set with several thousand Bohemian Garnets in Silver or base metal. Not one garnet missing! Handle length is 5.375inches

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Vintage 1930s More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Group of Six Amethyst Crystals & Silver Objects by Jar
Group of Six Amethyst Crystals & Silver Objects by Jar

Group of Six Amethyst Crystals & Silver Objects by Jar

By JAR

Located in New York, NY

Group of Six Amethyst Crystals & Silver Desk Objects By JAR Joel Arthur Rosenthal produces only around 70 imaginative, meticulously crafted pieces a year, making them highly sought ...

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1990s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Silver

Book of Jeypore Enamels
Book of Jeypore Enamels

Book of Jeypore Enamels

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H 14.5 in W 11 in D 0.66 in

Book of Jeypore Enamels

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

This is a beautiful book which was published in 1886 with illustrations of Indian (Jeypore being known as Jaipur today) Jewellery and Enamels it includes 28 colour Lithograph plates ...

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Antique 19th Century Enamel Frames and Objects

enamel portrait of a midshipman
enamel portrait of a midshipman

enamel portrait of a midshipman

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Lovely naive enamel portrait miniature of a midshipman for his beloved who stays at home, circa 1810. weight: 13.2 grams dimensions: 4.7 x 3.6 cm

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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Enamel Frames and Objects

A Large Pair of Carved Wood Italian Wall Brackets
A Large Pair of Carved Wood Italian Wall Brackets

A Large Pair of Carved Wood Italian Wall Brackets

Located in Hudson, NY

Perfect for the display of porcelains, busts or other objects of vertu the tops are large enough to hold many things and have an inner lip to keep items from slipping off.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Brackets

Materials

Walnut

Hopkins & Hopkins Neo Celtic Gold Belt Buckle
Hopkins & Hopkins Neo Celtic Gold Belt Buckle

Hopkins & Hopkins Neo Celtic Gold Belt Buckle

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold two piece Viking belt buckle in neo style, with overall Celtic motifs of intertwined knots and dragons in lot relief, and polychrome enameled dome accents in origina...

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Antique Late 19th Century Irish Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

18k Gold

Porsche Key Chain Fob German Stuttgart Coat of Arms Collectible Souvenir
Porsche Key Chain Fob German Stuttgart Coat of Arms Collectible Souvenir

Porsche Key Chain Fob German Stuttgart Coat of Arms Collectible Souvenir

Located in McLeansville, NC

Material: Enamel Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 18.5 Grams Stamps: 14k Germany (stamped on lock and fob) Closure: Screw Clasp Measurements: 34.3 x 24 mm shield, 87.3 mm in total length

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2010s Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

14k Gold

American Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Bookcase
American Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Bookcase

American Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Bookcase

Located in Bradenton, FL

The cabinet features an upper section fitted with doors with original blown glass and geometric astragal-mullioned molding, designed to display porcelain, glass, or objects of vertu....

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Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty
Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty

Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

This work of textile art finely depicts an artistic arrangement of objects of vertu that traditionally belong to the desk of a scholar.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Textiles

Materials

Silk, Wood

Bautte & Moynier Rare Gold & Enamel Jump Hour Pocket Watch C1825
Bautte & Moynier Rare Gold & Enamel Jump Hour Pocket Watch C1825

Bautte & Moynier Rare Gold & Enamel Jump Hour Pocket Watch C1825

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Jean-François Bautte (1772-1837) and Gabriel Moynier were two prominent goldsmiths of Swiss origin, who worked in partnership, as well as on their own, and crafted incredible , watch...

Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Antique 20thC American Solid Silver Three-Tier Cigar Box By Tiffany & Co c.1920
Antique 20thC American Solid Silver Three-Tier Cigar Box By Tiffany & Co c.1920

Antique 20thC American Solid Silver Three-Tier Cigar Box By Tiffany & Co c.1920

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Tiffany & Co had become the most important American silversmith and supplier of fine jewellery, silverware and objects of vertu. After Charles Lewis died in 1902, his son Louis ...

Category

20th Century American Other Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver

20th Century Russian Pan-Slavic Silver & Cut-Glass Kovsh, Grachev, circa 1910
20th Century Russian Pan-Slavic Silver & Cut-Glass Kovsh, Grachev, circa 1910

20th Century Russian Pan-Slavic Silver & Cut-Glass Kovsh, Grachev, circa 1910

By Grachev Brothers

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

The brothers produced silver toilet, dining and tea sets, objects of vertu and jewellery especially in the traditional Russian style, using different techniques, such as enamel.

Category

20th Century Russian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Sugar Tongs Cloisonne - Maria Semenova c.1900
Antique Russian Silver Enamel Sugar Tongs Cloisonne - Maria Semenova c.1900

Antique Russian Silver Enamel Sugar Tongs Cloisonne - Maria Semenova c.1900

Located in London, GB

In spite of what could be a very bland and utilitarian item, it has been decorated and treated as an object of vertu to display a high degree of craftsmanship, artistry and design.

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Solid Silver Salt/Butter Dish Pair Shell - Stephen Smith 1866
Antique Victorian Solid Silver Salt/Butter Dish Pair Shell - Stephen Smith 1866

Antique Victorian Solid Silver Salt/Butter Dish Pair Shell - Stephen Smith 1866

Located in London, GB

Whether be it a wonderful collectable object of vertu or a modestly sized yet opulent piece of silverware to use on your table, this piece would certainly make for a fine addition to...

Category

Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Solid Silver Spoons Cloisonne Enamel Vasily Agafonov c.1910
Antique Russian Solid Silver Spoons Cloisonne Enamel Vasily Agafonov c.1910

Antique Russian Solid Silver Spoons Cloisonne Enamel Vasily Agafonov c.1910

Located in London, GB

In spite of what could be a very bland and utilitarian item, such spoons have been decorated and treated as an object of vertu and almost jewellery-like. Each 'cloison' (the compartm...

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853
Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853

Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853

Located in London, GB

Whether be it a wonderful collectable object of vertu or a practical cigar case for a discerning individual, this case is bound to be a conversation starter and is the perfect accout...

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Objects Of Vertu For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact objects of vertu you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Silver, Enamel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect objects of vertu may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing objects of vertu — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Georg Adam Scheid and 11th Artel Moscow each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any objects of vertu from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Amber version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a objects of vertu, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Objects Of Vertu?

The price for a objects of vertu starts at $69 and tops out at $29,000 with these objets-dart-vertu, on average, selling for $2,600.