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Antique Albumen Print of The Palmer House, Chicago 'c.1890'
Antique Albumen Print of The Palmer House, Chicago 'c.1890'

Antique Albumen Print of The Palmer House, Chicago 'c.1890'

Located in Langweer, NL

Albumen print of The Palmer House, Chicago. Published circa 1890. This second Palmer House, built in 1871, was replaced in 1923-25 by the third Palmer House, which is still in use as...

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Antique Late 19th Century Prints

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Paper

"Dance by the Sea, " Stunning, Sun-Drenched French Art Deco Painting
"Dance by the Sea, " Stunning, Sun-Drenched French Art Deco Painting

"Dance by the Sea, " Stunning, Sun-Drenched French Art Deco Painting

By Louis Rigal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rigal was responsible for major work at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and the Chanin Building lobby in New York and the Palmer House in Chicago. He won the Grand Prix de Rome in 1919 and...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings

"Mother and Child, " Monumental Mahogany Sculpture by Zettler, Logan Medal
"Mother and Child, " Monumental Mahogany Sculpture by Zettler, Logan Medal

"Mother and Child, " Monumental Mahogany Sculpture by Zettler, Logan Medal

$13,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 52 in W 15 in D 12.5 in

"Mother and Child, " Monumental Mahogany Sculpture by Zettler, Logan Medal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An array of his sculptures survive, for example, on the facade of the Old Second National Bank, Aurora, Illinois, as well as two great hotels: the Palmer House and the Stevens Hotel ...

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Vintage 1910s American Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Mahogany

David Segel Sculpture Large Terracotta Double Sided Curved
David Segel Sculpture Large Terracotta Double Sided Curved

David Segel Sculpture Large Terracotta Double Sided Curved

By David Segel

Located in Monrovia, CA

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

David Segel Abstract Nude Sculpture Woman on Rocks, 1970s
David Segel Abstract Nude Sculpture Woman on Rocks, 1970s

David Segel Abstract Nude Sculpture Woman on Rocks, 1970s

By David Segel

Located in Monrovia, CA

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture 1970s
DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture 1970s

DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture 1970s

$4,500

H 9 in W 15 in D 10.5 in

DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture 1970s

By David Segel

Located in Monrovia, CA

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

David Segel 3 Panel Floor Screen Signed & Titled "PARTS OF HER" 1970s Original
David Segel 3 Panel Floor Screen Signed & Titled "PARTS OF HER" 1970s Original

David Segel 3 Panel Floor Screen Signed & Titled "PARTS OF HER" 1970s Original

By David Segel

Located in Monrovia, CA

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maeght, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Plexiglass, Wood, Paint

David Segel 1970s 3-D Wooden Double Kiot Folk Art Sculpture
David Segel 1970s 3-D Wooden Double Kiot Folk Art Sculpture

David Segel 1970s 3-D Wooden Double Kiot Folk Art Sculpture

By David Segel

Located in Monrovia, CA

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

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19th Century Oak and Wrought Iron Ornamental Potter Palmer Staircase Fragment
19th Century Oak and Wrought Iron Ornamental Potter Palmer Staircase Fragment

19th Century Oak and Wrought Iron Ornamental Potter Palmer Staircase Fragment

By Henry Ives Cobb and Charles Summer

Located in Chicago, IL

Garfield; the Duke and duchess of Veraguas; the prince of wales, later to become king Edward vii; as well as the Spanish princess infant Eulalia. when potter palmer died in the mansi...

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Antique 1880s American Renaissance Revival Architectural Elements

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Iron

"Dance Beside the Sea, " Quintessential Art Deco Painting by Master Muralist
"Dance Beside the Sea, " Quintessential Art Deco Painting by Master Muralist

"Dance Beside the Sea, " Quintessential Art Deco Painting by Master Muralist

By Louis Rigal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rigal was one of America and France's great Art Deco muralists -- responsible for major work at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and the Chanin Building lobby in New York and the Palmer Hou...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings

Mark Palmer Painting "6th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas
Mark Palmer Painting "6th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas

Mark Palmer Painting "6th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas

Located in Miami, FL

Mark Palmer a native Buffalonian established his art career while a 20 year resident of Washington, DC. His vibrant abstract works ranging from watercolors to mixed-media often seek ...

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2010s American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Mark Palmer Painting "7th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas
Mark Palmer Painting "7th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas

Mark Palmer Painting "7th House“ Mixed-Media on Canvas

Located in Miami, FL

Mark Palmer a native Buffalonian established his art career while a 20 year resident of Washington, DC. His vibrant abstract works ranging from watercolors to mixed-media often seek ...

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2010s American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957
Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957

Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Michigan Avenue, Chicago[62] 1940 Katherine Kuh Gallery, Chicago 1941 (April) Katherine Kuh Gallery, Chicago 1947 Mortimer Levitt Gallery, NYC[63] 1948 Mortimer Levitt Gallery, NYC[6...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Paint

Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957
Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957

Rudolph Weisenborn (1879-1974) Abstract Oil on Canvas Circa 1957

Located in West Palm Beach, US

Michigan Avenue, Chicago 1940 Katherine Kuh Gallery, Chicago 1941 (April) Katherine Kuh Gallery, Chicago 1947 Mortimer Levitt Gallery, NYC[63] 1948 Mortimer Levitt Gallery, NYC[64] 1...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Paint

Colonial Houses, The Historic Homes of Williamsburg by Hugh Howard
Colonial Houses, The Historic Homes of Williamsburg by Hugh Howard

Colonial Houses, The Historic Homes of Williamsburg by Hugh Howard

Located in valatie, NY

It showcases 13 colonial homes including the Peyton Randolph House, Taylor House, George Wythe House and Palmer house and more.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Pair of Cast Brass Lion Door Knobs
Pair of Cast Brass Lion Door Knobs

Pair of Cast Brass Lion Door Knobs

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H 2.65 in Dm 2.65 in

Pair of Cast Brass Lion Door Knobs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Sargent and Company 1920s cast brass standing lion door knob set originally from the Palmer House Hotel in Chicago. Set includes two knobs, two rosettes, and a spindle.

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Vintage 1920s American Doors and Gates

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Brass

"The Kiss, " Fabulous Art Deco Painting with Two Female Nudes by Rigal
"The Kiss, " Fabulous Art Deco Painting with Two Female Nudes by Rigal

"The Kiss, " Fabulous Art Deco Painting with Two Female Nudes by Rigal

By Louis Rigal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Painted by Louis Rigal, one of America and France's great Art Deco muralists -- responsible for major work at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and the Chanin Building lobby in New York and ...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings

"Resting, " Art Deco Masterpiece Painting by Rigal, Waldorf Astoria Muralist
"Resting, " Art Deco Masterpiece Painting by Rigal, Waldorf Astoria Muralist

"Resting, " Art Deco Masterpiece Painting by Rigal, Waldorf Astoria Muralist

By Louis Rigal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rigal was a major figure in the Art Deco movement, painting important murals in France and in America, including ceiling murals for the Palmer House in Chicago. He also painted a ser...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paintings

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Paint

David Segel Nude Woman Modernist Bronze Sculpture
David Segel Nude Woman Modernist Bronze Sculpture

David Segel Nude Woman Modernist Bronze Sculpture

By David Segel

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House Galleries, Ch...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Aqua Alta Mirrors (as featured on cover of House & Garden Magazine UK)
Aqua Alta Mirrors (as featured on cover of House & Garden Magazine UK)

Aqua Alta Mirrors (as featured on cover of House & Garden Magazine UK)

By Tom Palmer

Located in Blandford Forum, Dorset

These mirrors are created by the British designer maker Tom Palmer whose designs are ever innovative. Often returning to the roots of a technique he rethinks its potential for contem...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Wall Mirrors

Lebolt Sterling Silver Modern Arts Crafts 146pcs 188oz
Lebolt Sterling Silver Modern Arts Crafts 146pcs 188oz

Lebolt Sterling Silver Modern Arts Crafts 146pcs 188oz

By Lebolt & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Lebolt (1868-1944). 101 S. State in the Palmer House, 1907-25; 27 N. State, 1925-31; 31 N.

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Early 20th Century American Serving Pieces

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Sterling Silver

Lebolt Hand Made Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 184 Pcs
Lebolt Hand Made Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 184 Pcs

Lebolt Hand Made Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 184 Pcs

Located in New York, NY

Lebolt (1868-1944). 101 S. State in the Palmer House, 1907-25; 27 N. State, 1925-31; 31 N.

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American Serving Pieces

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Sterling Silver

Robert Zuppke, South Western Landscape Oil on Canvas
Robert Zuppke, South Western Landscape Oil on Canvas

Robert Zuppke, South Western Landscape Oil on Canvas

By Robert Zuppke

Located in Pau, FR

His work was displayed in several shows, including a one-man show at the Palmer House in Chicago in 1937. Zuppke was a member of the No-Jury Society of Artists in Chicago and an acqu...

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Vintage 1940s American Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Pair of Upholstered Victorian Mahogany Footstools, circa 1890
Pair of Upholstered Victorian Mahogany Footstools, circa 1890

Pair of Upholstered Victorian Mahogany Footstools, circa 1890

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The pair of mahogany footstools having dwarf cabriole legs and upholstered in cotton linen in off-white and green ‘Palmeral’ by House of Hackney London, and each surviving from the l...

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Antique 1890s English High Victorian Stools

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Upholstery, Mahogany

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Find many varieties of an authentic palmer house available at 1stDibs. Each palmer house for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, paper and wood. There are many kinds of the palmer house you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each palmer house bearing Georgian, Art Deco or folk art hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made palmer house over the years, but those crafted by David Segel, Alfred Waterhouse and Gorham Manufacturing Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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