Japanese Lacquer Ryoshibako Document Box Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
The generous size of the box was reserved for paper document and called Ryoshibako in Japanese.
Wood, Lacquer
1880 Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, document boxes in the shape of ledgers or books were increasingly popular.
Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
In the early 1900s, document boxes in the shape of ledgers or books were increasingly popular.
Wood, Paper
Presidential Seal with Calvin Coolidge Signed Document
Located in Houston, TX
Signed document signed by Calvin Coolidge with an attached president seal. There is a photo of Calvin Coolidge on top of the document. The second signature is by Frank Kellogg. The w...
Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 47
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 45
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 46
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 13
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 48
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 31
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 22
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 40
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 30
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 52
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
$435Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.12 in W 3.55 in D 0.08 in
Ancient Flyer "mazziniano" -Document of Italian" Risorgimento" - 1860s
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient flyer "mazziniano" is an original document of Italian" Risorgimento" realized in 1860 ca.
Paper
$435Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.12 in W 3.55 in D 0.08 in
Ancient Flyer "mazziniano" - Document of Italian" Risorgimento" - 1860s
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient flyer "mazziniano" is an original document of Italian" Risorgimento" realized in 1860 ca.
Paper
$710
H 14.18 in W 9.85 in
1898 Obligation au Porteur financial document by Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1898 Action au Porteur (share certificate) marks one of the earliest and most iconic pieces in the Paris-France series. Unlike the obligations (bonds), which were debt instrumen...
Paper, Lithograph
$710
H 14.18 in W 9.85 in
1898 Obligation au Porteur financial document by Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Dated May 25, 1898, this red-toned Obligation au Porteur is among the first iterations in this legendary Mucha-designed series. Issued at 5% for a face value of 500 francs, the docum...
Paper, Lithograph
$710
H 14.18 in W 9.85 in
1927 Obligation au Porteur financial document by Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1927 Obligation au Porteur is a financial document that represents a bearer bond issued by the department store company Paris-France, a flourishing French retail enterprise of t...
Paper, Lithograph
$555
H 5.12 in W 3.55 in D 0.08 in
Ancient Flyer "Mazziniano" - Original document of Italian" Risorgimento" - 1860s
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient flyer "mazziniano" is an original document of Italian" Risorgimento" realized in 1860 ca.
Paper
$710
H 14.18 in W 9.85 in
1930 Obligation au Porteur financial document by Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1930 green edition of the Paris-France bearer bond carries with it the weight of transition. Issued just after the Wall Street Crash of 1929, this certificate offered a lower int...
Paper, Lithograph
$3,791
H 17.33 in W 8.27 in D 0.4 in
1920s Pair of Documented Orientalist Watercolors by Camillo Innocenti
By Camillo Innocenti
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of Italian orientalist signed painting The first artwork Camillo Innocenti Watercolor on paper "The glorious past" Camillo Innocenti (Rome 1871-1961) Watercolor on p...
Paper, Watercolor
$1,750
H 27.5 in W 41.5 in D 1 in
"America's Two Greatest Documents" Vintage Poster by L. P. Meissner, 1924
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a scarce 1924 patriotic poster entitled, “America's Two Greatest Documents” celebrating the enduring legacy of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of th...
Paper
$888
H 9.45 in W 12.6 in D 0.04 in
Admission to the Universal Exhibition in Paris - Original Document - 1900
Located in Roma, IT
Certificate of Admission to the Universal Exhibition in Paris, 1900 is an original document on paper. Rare documentation of one of the most important Universal Exhibitions in Histor...
Paper
$3,198
H 21.66 in W 27.56 in
1905 original document Jeu de la Casserole - Société Secrète Freemasonry
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1905 original document titled "Jeu de la Casserole - Société Secrète, Jeu Anti-Maçonnique" offers a unique glimpse into the political and social landscape of early 20th-century F...
Linen, Paper
$1,777
H 27.96 in W 21.26 in
Circa 1890 Original document - L’Évangile compagnonique - l’Évangile compagnoniq
Located in PARIS, FR
The Companion Evangile or Necessary Regenerative Principles of All Men United in Society is a historical document from 1890. The Companionship Union of the Companions of the Tour de ...
Paper
$7,700
H 18.12 in W 13 in
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Pl 14 Nectar liqueur superfine
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Lithograph, Paper
$3,554
H 18.12 in W 13 in
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Planche 57 - Art et décoration
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
$8,250
H 16.5 in W 11.5 in D 0.63 in
19th Century German Baronship Document, Archduke Ludwig III of Hessen
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Weight: 2 lbs 5 oz Cover - Leather Pg 1 - inside cover, covered in silk Pg 2 - blank paper Pg 3 - document on parchment Pg 4 - document on parchment Pg 5 - document on parchm...
Leather, Parchment Paper
$2,132
H 39.38 in W 25.2 in
Circa 1885 Original document - The Decauville company - Railway Industry Train
Located in PARIS, FR
The Decauville company, created in 1875, is a former French manufacturer of railway and handling equipment, cycles and automobiles. The Decauville company was founded by Paul Decauv...
Paper, Lithograph, Linen
$4,028
H 18.12 in W 13 in
Alphonse Mucha's 1902 Documents décoratifs - Pl 56 - Au paradis des bébés
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
Alphonse Mucha's name shines like that of a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the aesthetics of the early 20th century. The year 1902 saw the publication of "Documents d...
Paper, Lithograph
Ancient Document of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany Leopold II, Italy
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. The a...
Wood, Paper
$888
H 6.3 in W 18.51 in
Circa 1910 illustrated document by Paillon - Panoramic view of the Mont Blanc
Located in PARIS, FR
This rare circa 1910 illustrated document by Maurice Paillon presents a detailed panoramic view of the Mont Blanc Massif, one of the most legendary and awe-inspiring mountain ranges ...
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
$5,556Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.97 in W 30.71 in D 19.89 in
Antique Lady's Writing Desk, French, Marble, Roll Top Bureaux, Victorian, C.1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Striking craftsmanship, fine materials and a delightful form enhance this quality desk Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select stocks present exceptional...
Marble
$2,843
H 19.69 in W 13 in
1925 original document by Mikhail Larionov for the "Bal de la Grande Ourse"
By Mikhail Larionov
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1925 original document by Mikhail Larionov for the "Bal de la Grande Ourse" represents a fascinating intersection of Russian émigré culture and the vibrant Parisian art scene of ...
Paper, Lithograph
$1,777
H 11.42 in W 9.06 in D 0.04 in
French Baroque Altarpiece Architectural Sketch with Manuscript Approval, 1738
Located in Benalmadena, ES
The physical condition reflects its nature as a working archival document, showing wear, wrinkles, folds, stains, and edge cuts consistent with 18th-century paper.
Paper
The Borghese Gladiator: A 19th Century French Engraving
Located in Lincoln, GB
An honest, "as-found" example that carries the authentic patina of a 150-year-old studio document. The paper shows visible water staining.
Paper
$355
H 9.45 in W 6.7 in D 0.04 in
Calligraphic Manuscript - Drawing - Early 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
The text appears to be poetic or epistolary in nature, rendered with expressive modulation of ink density and rhythm, suggesting a practiced hand rather than a purely administrative ...
Paper, Ink
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.13 in W 20.08 in D 0.01 in
Old World Map Featuring Captain Cook's Exploration Routes and Polar Views, 1787
Located in Langweer, NL
- The map provides a snapshot of world geography just before the major transformations brought by the late 18th and early 19th centuries, making it an important historical document...
Paper
$1,658Sale Price|20% Off
H 23 in W 33.67 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Central America Showing the Communication Lines, 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Printed on much heavier paper than the typical government document. Source unknown, to be determined.
Paper
$2,653Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.18 in W 33.47 in D 0.79 in
Late 19th Century Academic Oil Painting of Seated Man
Located in Genève, GE
In his right hand, he holds a roll of paper, perhaps an official document or a plan, which reinforces the idea of respectability and knowledge.
Oil, Canvas
$800Sale Price|38% Off
H 21.07 in W 24.22 in D 12.21 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
The upper drawer has a paper labeled “Documents,” which suggests that important documents and materials were once stored there.
Iron
$1,819Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.71 in W 16.74 in D 9.65 in
Antique Correspondence Box, Ceylon, Ebony, Campaign, Writing Slope, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Fascinating grooved finish, with a well appointed suite of features Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Solid teak with distinctive appearance and deep brown ...
Teak
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 32 in W 38 in D 2 in
Antique Oil Painting on canvas Still Life, books, candle, Signed Azuquita Framed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
Surrounding the open book are several other volumes, some stacked and others lying flat, with their colorful spines adding vibrancy to the scene. A yellow sheet of paper or perhaps...
Oil
Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
The finely decorated box was used to store paper slips and small documents on the desk. It is overall finished with black lacquer (kuro) with sparse Mura-Nashiji effect outside and o...
Wood, Lacquer
$232Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in W 5.91 in
Gustave Fraipont (1849-1923) A peasant girl with her flock of Turkeys, drawing
By Gustave Fraipont
Located in Paris, FR
He produced many posters for railway companies, including the Western and Northern Railways , as well as official documents and paper titles . His poster Pierrefonds, company of the ...
Watercolor, India Ink
Alphonse Mucha's Documents Decoratifs (Complete in Four Portfolios)
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in New York, NY
Alphonse Mucha’s commercial art Magnum Opus, conceived as a sample book for craftsmen and manufacturers, presenting the full range of Mucha’s decorative work: posters, decorative pan...
Paper
$75,000
H 50 in W 40 in
Map of Palestine or Judea, Illustrating the History of the New Testament
By Rev. Nathan B. Rogers
Located in New York, NY
The Rogers Palestine or Judea map is a unique achievement — an eloquent illustration of the mindset of the era, a fortunate survival of a large paper document, and a seamless marriag...
Canvas, Paper, Ink, Pen
French 18th Century Framed Document
Located in Hudson, NY
An 18th century framed document with wax seals from France. Stamped on the reverse with authenticity markings.
Ink, Paper
Two 18th Century Flemish Framed Documents
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautifully hand written documents with the Flemish seal. One dated 1733 and another 1731. Archival framing in gilt frames.
Paper
Unavailable
H 24 in W 30.5 in D 2 in
19th Century French Notaire Documents in a Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Frame
Located in Cardiff, CA
This is a beautifully framed collage of French documents handwritten in the lost art of inky script framed in a illuminate silver gilt Louis Philippe Frame from 1850.
Gesso, Paper, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.5 in W 22 in D 25 in
English Mid-19th Century Burl Walnut Davenport Desk with Leathered Writing Slope
Located in Wells, ME
The interior space has two small drawers and storage for paper and documents.. The back side has a molded edge panel that is also burl walnut.
Brass
Classical Carved Mahogany Card Table
By Edward Holmes Baldock
Located in Providence, RI
This table bears its original elaborate label and papered lining. Documented examples are rare and this is an especially different card table of truly classic form.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 4.73 in Dm 3.55 in
Austrian Jugendstil Loetz Art Glass Vase Orange circa 1901 Koloman Moser School
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Between 1898 and 1902 he studied at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts under Koloman Moser and counts towards his most talented students. The paper pattern for the vase documented ...
Glass
Unavailable
H 9.06 in W 17.33 in D 11.42 in
Domed Box Customised with 19th Century Paper Documents French, circa 1860s
Located in London, GB
19th century French domed box with its original handle customised on the outside and inside with a variety of old manuscripts and documents.
Wood, Paper
Thonet Bentwood Charming Writing Table Desk, 1900s
By Thonet
Located in Paris, FR
With its original key, one drawer and several paper, documents, letters shelves.
Bentwood
French Vintage Mahogany Inlay Sheet Music Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Today, it can be used as a side table or used to store and organize paper documents. The mahogany veneer has been thoughtfully matched and inlaid, making this cabinet as beautiful as...
Framed Napoleonic Government Documents
Located in New Orleans, LA
This historically significant collection of letters is from the Ministers and trusted Generals serving Napoleon Bonaparte during his reign as the French Emperor from 1804-1814, and t...
Paper
English Tooled Leather Document Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
English 18th Century tooled leather document box with original brass handle and iron lock, the slightly domed top with diamond tooled design and arched boarder, still retaining some ...
Brass, Iron
19th Century Framed English Legal Document
Located in Savannah, GA
Large framed English legal document on parchment. Beautifully executed in lithography and dating back to the 1800's (the second part of the actual date is obscured by foxing of the p...
Glass, Parchment Paper, Wood
16th Century Framed French Hand Written Document
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
This incredibly rare document is hand written in ink on beautiful old paper, which is dated 1597.
Parchment Paper, Ink
1802 Thomas Jefferson Signed Presidential Document Collage
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The document is dated December 29, 1802 and was written in Washington, D.C., as indicated at the top of the document.
Paper
Sold
H 6.5 in W 13.59 in D 9.06 in
Antique Writing Slope, English, Mahogany, Brass, Correspondence Box, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Ness Walker, Richmond Yorks, Xmas 1895' Similarly shaped lock escutcheon with inset working lock — key present The interior presents a two-piece black leather skiver with quality g...
Mahogany
A British Colonial Teak Wood Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Glass, Teak
Early 19th Century Hand Colored Baptismal Document
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Batismal record for Maria Ursula, dated 1811, size: 13 1/2" x 8". Overall good condition for it's age, some creasing. Great all seeing eye at top. Presented in a nice early grain pai...
Paper
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H 14.97 in W 11.03 in D 0.08 in
Nautilus - American Civil War Document - Original Manuscript - 1860s
Located in Roma, IT
Nautilus - American Civil War Document is an interesting printed document from 1860 ca. entitled 'The Nautilus system of coast defence', which illustrates the innovative project for ...
Paper
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H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 0.04 in
Autograph Document by Luis Alves de Lima - 1858
Located in Roma, IT
Autograph Document signed and dated [Rio de Janeiro] 15 de Maio 1858 by Luis Alves de Lima (Rio de Janeiro, 1803 - ib., 1880), Duke of Caxias, Brazilian army officer, and President o...
Paper, Ink
C. 1900 British Raj Burmese Bookcase From Solid Teak
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Teak
A British Colonial Bookcase with Bottom Storage
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Teak
A British Colonial Teak Wood Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Teak
Alphonse Mucha 1902 Lithograph “Les Documents Decoratifs” PL 40
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in Dallas, TX
We have a sister plate 39 with same frame that would be a superb set, From the edition issued in the book Documents Décoratifs, published by the Librarie Centrale des Beaux-Arts, Pa...
Paper
Italian Book Form Document Boxes circa 1920 -sold separately
Located in Charleston, SC
A Document Boxes in book form in colorful marbled paper on board with tie ribbons, used in an office to organize and keep documents filed away.
Paper, Fabric, Cardboard
Pair of Chinese Brass-Mounted Document Boxes on Stand, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Chinese document boxes on stand with original brass chased mounts, paper lined interior with Chinese writing, carved scalloped skirts , and resting on rectangular stands with...
Brass
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H 14.75 in W 11.5 in D 0.1 in
1860s Civil War Document Certificate Chaplain Earnshaw 49th Penn Infantry 15"
Located in Dayton, OH
"Pair of original antique documents belonging to Reverand William Earnshaw, one representing his commission with the 49th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment as regimental chaplain in 186...
Paper
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H 2 in W 3 in D 2 in
A relic from the family of Bounty Mutineer John Adams: documented piece of Bark
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A relic from the family of Bounty Mutineer John Adams: An exceptionally rare documented piece of Bark Cloth from the Pitcairn Islands, with a fragment of paper pinned to it stating ‘...
Paper
China Trade Canton 1811 Framed Autograph HOUQUA 伍秉鉴; Wu Bingjian,
Located in South Burlington, VT
Dimensions: Frame: 45cm, 18” high and 48.8cm, 19.5” in length; document: 15cm, 6” high and 20cm, 8” in length. The elegant and detailed carved 19th century orange colored hardwood f...
Parchment Paper
Italian blue book form file boxes
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Italian blue paper book form file document boxes. the spine in marbled turquoise paper the original ribbon to the center, opening to reveal a roomy vacant inner storage compartment...
Paper
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H 30 in W 66 in D 2.25 in
Thomas Jefferson and James Madison Ship's Passport Signed, November 5, 1804
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
A small chip to the right margin. Wrinkles to documents near paper seals. Document is archivally framed to the highest standards, with two printed portraits on either side, in a cust...
Paper
Japanese Antique 6panels Folding Screen / Partition / Wabi-sabi
Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture
Over the course of its life, damaged and weakened areas were carefully repaired using layers of old paper—fragments of historical documents and aged washi—applied one upon another.
Wood, Paper
Theodore Roosevelt Signed Presidential Appointment Collage, 1905
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Earle Yancey, Registrar, in black ink, with no fading to Yancey’s signature or inscriptions in the document. Blue paper seal adhered at middle left.
Paper
Collection of Early 19th Century Seals by Antonio Odelli
By Antonio Odelli
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Seals (emblems) were popular devices used during the 19th Century for making impressions in wax, clay, or paper to authenticate documents or to prevent interference with a package.
Plaster
Tunbridge Ware Jewellery Box with Boy with Hawk Image c1855
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Lift out tray with velvet lining, base with white paper. “Love letter” document compartment. Size : 13.8 x 19cm and 10cm height Condition : Excellent, minor wear with age externally.
Wood
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H 35 in W 50 in D 2 in
Abraham Lincoln Signed Presidential Civil War Military Appointment, circa 1864
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
There are light stains on bottom paper margin. The document measures 15.25 x 10.5 inches.
Turn of the Century Bamboo and Wood Etagere Shelf
Located in New York, NY
Unusual antique bamboo shelf having 11 shelves, each 2.5 inch lower than the next, making this stylish shelf perfect for storing and organizing paper documents, artwork etc. Chic arc...
Bamboo, Wood
Sixteen Drawer Printer's Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted of oak in the Arts and Crafts style, the cabinet has sixteen shallow drawers ideal for flat storage of maps, blueprints, or other paper documents. The thin drawers are held i...
Oak
Collection of 19th Century Wax Seals
Located in San Francisco, CA
Although today the wax seal is commonly used to enclose paper documents, its origins date back to before the invention of pen or paper.
Other
1920s Italian Archival Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
In the early 1900s, document boxes in the shape of ledgers or books were increasingly popular.
Paper
Georgian Red Leather Document Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine late 18th Century English red grained leather document box with original brass handle and gilt brass escutcheon, original printed paper liner.
Brass
16th Century French Hand Written Document
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
This incredibly rare document is hand written in ink on beautiful old paper, which is dated 1597.
Parchment Paper, Ink
A British Colonial Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Glass, Teak
A Tall British Colonial Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Teak was favored for British Colonial bookcases in part due to the fact that it was ideal for protecting paper documents and books from voracious tropical insects.
Glass, Teak
Original Typewritten Document Signed by F.D. Roosevelt, 1920
Located in Roma, IT
Historical Document by Roosevelt is a precious T.D.S. (Typewritten Document Signed) by the President of the United States of America Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882 - 1945) to Charle...
Paper
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H 14.18 in W 9.85 in
1920 Obligation au Porteur financial document by Alphonse Mucha
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
They represent the idealized roles of women in society, industry, and economy, making the financial document feel almost like a civic pledge as much as an investment tool.
Paper, Lithograph
Alphonse Mucha 1902 Lithograph “Les Documents Decoratifs” PL 39
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in Dallas, TX
We have a sister Plate 40 with same frame that would be a superb set, From the edition issued in the book Documents Décoratifs, published by the Librarie Centrale des Beaux-Arts, Pa...
Paper
Large Japanese Lacquer Box Early Edo Period Ex-Christie's
Located in Atlanta, GA
The box is of an impressive size and was used to store paper documents. Both sides of the lid were elaborately decorated with maki-e and the edge was befitted with lead rim, an early...
Wood, Lacquer
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H 3.55 in W 6.7 in D 11.03 in
Early 20th Century Collection of Twelve Faded French Document Deed Boxes
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A highly decorative collection of 12 cardboard document boxes, the original red ground has faded and been sun bleach to a leave a wonderful overall look.
Bronze
Set of 10 Italian Board and Linen Document Boxes, Circa 1915
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… A set of 10 Italian document boxes, dating to circa 1915, in the form of books. Made from cream colored boards, each book has a different identificati...
Textile, Linen, Paper, Ribbon
Victorian Turquoise Necklace
Located in Northampton, MA
This wax is used by museums around the world to protect everything from beads like these to fragile paper documents. The necklace has been freshly restrung, matching exactly the meth...
Turquoise, 9k Gold
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H 3.375 in W 15.625 in D 11.125 in
Decorative Set of 3 Antique Faux Book Document Holders from Italy, circa 1915
Located in Dallas, TX
The spine has been covered in marbleized paper while the rest of the holder is in white paper.
Fabric, Wood, Paper
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H 16.15 in W 24.22 in D 0.79 in
Japanese antique persimmon dyed wrapping paper/1868-1912/wall hanging object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
The material used is old paper, likely repurposed from documents dating back to the late Edo to early Meiji period.
Paper
Original Antique Map of the West Indies by J. Arrowsmith, 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
There is a natural aged tone to the paper, which is common for documents of this vintage, and it adds to its antique character.
Paper
Rare Antique 1830 Shell Cameo Full Set Bracelet Brooch Earrings Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Accompanied by two manuscript documents on paper listing the scenes depicted in each cameo.
Gold
Charles Dickens 1863 Signed Large Paper Document
Located in Jersey, GB
This exceptionally large document, measuring 26½ x 22 inches, is dated 21st March 1863. Boasting impeccable penmanship the document is an Indenture made between Charles Dickens ('Of ...
Paper
French Framed Document
Located in San Francisco, CA
French framed document. This document was provided by the French Government and served as a city charter. Originally hung in town hall. Early 19c.
Wood, Glass, Paper
Victor Hugo Signed Document
By Victor Hugo
Located in Jersey, GB
A document signed by Victor Hugo in vibrant blue ink.
Paper
Loetz Green Glass Vase with Alvin Sterling Silver Overlay
By Loetz Glass
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality Art Nouveau style art glass vase, by Loetz the historic glass maker from the municipality of Austria featuring Alvin Sterling Silver overlay. Overlay in form of open a...
Sterling Silver
$110,179
H 57.09 in W 38.98 in D 0.04 in
Mucha, Original Art Nouveau Poster, Biere de la Meuse, Pavot, Orge Houblon, 1897
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rare Art Nouveau poster created by Alphonse Mucha in 1897 to promote Bières de le Meuse. Artist: Alphonse Mucha (1860-1939) Title: Bières de la Meuse Date: 1897 Size (w x h): 39 x 5...
Paper
Émile Gallé Clematis Table Lamp, Cameo Glass, Art Nouveau, 1900
By Émile Gallé
Located in CABA, AR
Exquisite Émile Gallé “Clematis” Table Lamp, ca. 1900 An extraordinary example of French Art Nouveau glass artistry, this Clematis table lamp by Émile Gallé (1846–1904) features a r...
Glass
$780
H 15.36 in W 9.06 in D 1.19 in
18th Century Chinoiserie Table Mirror, Yellow Lacquered Wood, France
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This unusual table-top 'Psyche' table mirror dates from the 18th century, its wooden frame beautifully crafted from yellow-lacquered wood and decorated with hand-painted chinoiserie ...
Mirror, Wood
Art Nouveau Perfume Bottle with Ornate Sterling Overlay c. 1890's
Located in Louisville, KY
This beautiful piece of functional art is a gorgeous reflection of the Art Nouveau era from which it came. Used primarily as a perfume bottle, this stunning work of art was created b...
Sterling Silver
$7,400
H 5.75 in W 9 in D 9 in
Art Nouveau Gres Bijou Butterfly & Spiderweb Bowl-Shaped Vase by RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...
Earthenware, Glass
Spectral Seed Iridescent Art Nouveau Bowl by Clement Massier
By Clement Massier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An encounter with Massier’s luster-glazed ceramics is an embarkation on an acid-colored trip, the sort of exploration which inspires deep reflection and requires transparency. Clemen...
Earthenware
$7,049
H 3.15 in Dm 0.04 in
1913 René Lalique Perfume Bottle Paquerettes Roger & Gallet Glass Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume Bottle Tiara "Pâquerettes" (Daisies) made in clear and frosted glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1913 for Roger and Gallet. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Beau...
Blown Glass
Loetz Candia Silberiris Glass Vase with Silver Overlay
By Loetz Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Loetz Candia Silberiris Glass Vase with Silver Overlay Circa 1900 Height: 5.2 inches (13.0 cm) Diameter: 3 Inches (7.5 cm) Condition: Glass vase with silver overlay etched with Art ...
Art Glass
$5,900
H 7.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Art Nouveau Gres Bijou Butterfly & Spiderweb Semiramis Vase by RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...
Earthenware, Glass
Starburst Art Nouveau Iridescent Vase by Clement Massier
By Clement Massier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An encounter with Massier’s luster-glazed ceramics is an embarkation on an acid-colored trip, the sort of exploration which inspires deep reflection and requires transparency. Clemen...
Earthenware
$5,800 / item
H 37 in W 37 in D 17 in
Fine Antique Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean Bandaji Chest circa late 19th century toward the end of Joseon Dynasty from Gyeonggi Do. Bandaji is known as drop front half opening chest and was traditionally used to stor...
Brass
Framed Richard Nixon & Spiro Agnew Watergate Letters 1973
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hand-typed letters between "Jim Harper" of California and the 37th president of the United States, Richard Nixon, and Vice President Spiro Agnew. It features two letter responses wri...
Glass, Wood
1920s Art Deco Gold & Enamel Vanity Case by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1920s Art Deco gold & enamel vanity case by Cartier 14k Gold. signed Cartier Weight: 112.7 grams Dimensions: Width 3 in, Height 0.44 in approximately.
Gold, Enamel
$32,500
H 80 in W 36 in D 18 in
Camille Gauthier French Art Nouveau Floral Marquetry Display Cabinet / Vitrine
By Camille Gauthier
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau two-tier display cabinet / vitrine with a glass upper cabinet topped with an elaborately carved floral crest over an open compartment, resting on a lower demilune ...
Metal, Bronze
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Hardwood Armoires
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Asian Chinese (Qing Dynasty) hardwood cupboard cabinets with carved relief on 2 front doors over 2 drawers with a carved apron on base (Priced as pair).
Brass