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John Taylor Pen & Watercolor Self Portrait, Albany NY c1805-06
John Taylor Pen & Watercolor Self Portrait, Albany NY c1805-06

John Taylor Pen & Watercolor Self Portrait, Albany NY c1805-06

Located in Milford, NH

, supplied with paper, quill and inkpot, ruler, pencil, and name card, busily occupied in writing out a fair

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Antique Early 1800s American Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

18th Century Georgian Paper Scrolled Quilled Satinwood Tea Caddy
18th Century Georgian Paper Scrolled Quilled Satinwood Tea Caddy

18th Century Georgian Paper Scrolled Quilled Satinwood Tea Caddy

Located in Benington, Herts

having glazed and decorated panels of paper scrolls and gilt rolled paper also known as quill-work

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Antique 1790s British Georgian Tea Caddies

Materials

Satinwood

Period George III Quilled Gilded Paper Pole Fire Screen
Period George III Quilled Gilded Paper Pole Fire Screen

Period George III Quilled Gilded Paper Pole Fire Screen

Located in Hudson, NY

Quilled paper. Paper coiled and worked into designs taking advantage of the positive and negative space

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mahogany

Elegant Pink Quill in Full Bloom: An 18th Century Botanical Ilustration
Elegant Pink Quill in Full Bloom: An 18th Century Botanical Ilustration

Elegant Pink Quill in Full Bloom: An 18th Century Botanical Ilustration

Located in Langweer, NL

This is a delicate botanical illustration of a Pink Quill, also known as Tillandsia cyanea. The

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Antique 1790s English Prints

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Ink and Pen Poster, Inchiostri G. Diletti, Italy, Quill, 1900
Original Vintage Ink and Pen Poster, Inchiostri G. Diletti, Italy, Quill, 1900

Original Vintage Ink and Pen Poster, Inchiostri G. Diletti, Italy, Quill, 1900

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

and Techniques: Colour lithograph on paper Size (w x h): 15 x 25 in / 40,6 x 65,9 cm Printer: STAB

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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Posters

Materials

Paper

Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy
Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy

Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy

$10,552

H 5.12 in W 7.29 in D 4.14 in

Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

(Quilling) is the art of rolling, shaping, and glueing paper that results in creating a unified, decorative

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Antique Late 18th Century English George II Tea Caddies

Materials

Glass, Boxwood, Paper

Georgian Antique Original English Paper Scroll Tea Caddy
Georgian Antique Original English Paper Scroll Tea Caddy

Georgian Antique Original English Paper Scroll Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

. Paper Scrollwork (Quilling) is the art of rolling, shaping, and glueing paper that results in creating a

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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Wood, Paper

Collage by Paul Shaub
Collage by Paul Shaub

Collage by Paul Shaub

$2,600

H 6.75 in W 6.75 in D 1.5 in

Collage by Paul Shaub

By Paul Shaub

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A boxed, abstract construction of colorful quilled paper by American artist Paul Shaub.

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Vintage 1960s American Paintings

Materials

Paper

Brushstroke No. 2
Brushstroke No. 2

Judith + RolfeBrushstroke No. 2, 2021

$300

H 17.5 in W 13.5 in D 1.4 in

Brushstroke No. 2

Located in Boston, MA

glazing with UV protection, and kraft paper backing. Keywords: Paper art, Quilling, Abstract, Brushstroke

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Board

Andrea Bonfils - Wax Weave,  Painting 2022
Andrea Bonfils - Wax Weave,  Painting 2022

Andrea Bonfils - Wax Weave, Painting 2022

By Andrea Bonfils

Located in Stamford, CT

the nature that surrounds us. Encaustic beeswax, reclaimed paper and string, porcupine quills Size

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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Encaustic

Rozet René, "Musician" Carrara Marble Sculpture, Period 19th C
Rozet René, "Musician" Carrara Marble Sculpture, Period 19th C

Rozet René, "Musician" Carrara Marble Sculpture, Period 19th C

By René Rozet 1

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

toward the left, he holds with his left gloved hand a sheet of paper and a quill, leaning on a mandolin

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

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English Rolled Paper or Quilled Paper Tea Caddy
English Rolled Paper or Quilled Paper Tea Caddy

English Rolled Paper or Quilled Paper Tea Caddy

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

English Rolled Paper or Quilled Paper Tea Caddy

Located in Stamford, CT

"quilled" paper with Satinwood and glass panes. The interior also has a wooden lid. Made in England. Please

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Antique 18th Century English Hepplewhite Tea Caddies

Materials

Glass, Satinwood, Paper

Pair of Quill Work Pictures, 17th Century
Pair of Quill Work Pictures, 17th Century

Pair of Quill Work Pictures, 17th Century

Unavailable

H 13 in W 11.5 in D 2 in

Pair of Quill Work Pictures, 17th Century

Located in Houston, TX

Historic pair of late 17th century English quill work floral pictures in period wood oval frames

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Antique 17th Century English Queen Anne More Folk Art

Materials

Paper

Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson
Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson

Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson

Unavailable

H 47 in W 50 in D 2 in

Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Whimsical wall art in quilled vintage paper drinking straws and polymer; Design inspired by

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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Mutation by Karyl Sisson
Mutation by Karyl Sisson

Mutation by Karyl Sisson

Unavailable

H 50.5 in W 56.5 in D 2 in

Mutation by Karyl Sisson

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Vintage quilled paper drinking straws and polymer fashioned in an enchanting and timeless

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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Blue Ameoba, Candy Stripe Amoeba, Sunshine Amoeba by Karyl Sisson
Blue Ameoba, Candy Stripe Amoeba, Sunshine Amoeba by Karyl Sisson

Blue Ameoba, Candy Stripe Amoeba, Sunshine Amoeba by Karyl Sisson

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Rare and colorful quilled vintage paper drinking straws and polymer artwork. Karyl Sisson is in

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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Female Thorax
Female Thorax

Lisa NilssonFemale Thorax, 2013

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 24.5 in D 15 in

Female Thorax

By Lisa Nilsson

Located in New York, NY

LISA NILSSON’s ornate quilled paper constructions explore the complex geography of the human

Shoulders
Shoulders

Lisa NilssonShoulders, 2013

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 22.75 in D 12.5 in

Shoulders

By Lisa Nilsson

Located in New York, NY

Mulberry paper collage with mixed media box and antique glass. LISA NILSSON’s ornate quilled

English 1790 George III Quill Work Scrollwork Decorated Tea Caddy
English 1790 George III Quill Work Scrollwork Decorated Tea Caddy

English 1790 George III Quill Work Scrollwork Decorated Tea Caddy

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A wonderful 18th century George III quill work (scrollwork) tea caddy of elongated hexagon form

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Brass

Ernest Townsend (1880-1944) - 1911 Oil, Portrait of William Cooper
Ernest Townsend (1880-1944) - 1911 Oil, Portrait of William Cooper

Ernest Townsend (1880-1944) - 1911 Oil, Portrait of William Cooper

Located in Corsham, GB

half-length portrait of William Cooper, seated at a desk with quill and paper to hand. Signed 'Ernest

Category

Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Quality Antique Victorian Angel Spelter Table Lamp
Quality Antique Victorian Angel Spelter Table Lamp

Quality Antique Victorian Angel Spelter Table Lamp

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H 30.71 in W 8.86 in D 7.68 in

Quality Antique Victorian Angel Spelter Table Lamp

Located in Suffolk, GB

male angel holding a torch to one side and a quill and paper to the other standing on a polished oak

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Spelter

Circa 1850 French Burl Elm and Brass Mounted "Ecritoire" Traveling Desk
Circa 1850 French Burl Elm and Brass Mounted "Ecritoire" Traveling Desk

Circa 1850 French Burl Elm and Brass Mounted "Ecritoire" Traveling Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

writing essentials like quills and paper. The lower section conceals a slim partition above a writing

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Doves
Pair of Doves

Pair of Doves

Located in Austin, TX

By Robert Quill Johnson 16" x 20" Watercolor on Paper Framed Size: 24.5" x 28.5"

Category

20th Century Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Archival Paper

Large 19th Century Portrait of a Gentleman in a Carved and Gilt Frame
Large 19th Century Portrait of a Gentleman in a Carved and Gilt Frame

Large 19th Century Portrait of a Gentleman in a Carved and Gilt Frame

Located in Bridgeport, CT

interior with a column and red drapery, while writing on a sheet of paper with a quill pen. Size: sight

Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Paintings

Materials

Wood

Antique English Writing Box
Antique English Writing Box

Antique English Writing Box

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H 4.5 in W 16 in D 9 in

Antique English Writing Box

Located in Houston, TX

writing platform and compartments for holding paper, inkwells and quills. There is a brass escutcheon for

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Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique French Crystal Ball and Tarot Card Sets on Porcupine Quill Stand
Antique French Crystal Ball and Tarot Card Sets on Porcupine Quill Stand

Antique French Crystal Ball and Tarot Card Sets on Porcupine Quill Stand

Located in Houston, TX

beautifully on a genuine porcupine quill stand. To add to the intrigue, two beautiful full sets of tarot cards

Category

20th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Paper

Pair of 19th Century Quill Work, Rosewood and Parcel-Gilt Tables
Pair of 19th Century Quill Work, Rosewood and Parcel-Gilt Tables

Pair of 19th Century Quill Work, Rosewood and Parcel-Gilt Tables

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair of 19th Century Rosewood, Parcel-Gilt and Quill Work (Paper Scroll Decoration)

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Antique 19th Century British Side Tables

English Victorian Lap Desk
English Victorian Lap Desk

English Victorian Lap Desk

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H 4 in W 15.5 in D 12.5 in

English Victorian Lap Desk

Located in Kirkland, WA

maroon felt. There is a place for paper, quills and ink (the inkwell appears to be original).

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desk Accessories

Hermés Paperpoles Printed Porcelain Ashtray
Hermés Paperpoles Printed Porcelain Ashtray

Hermés Paperpoles Printed Porcelain Ashtray

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W 6.25 in D 1.6 in L 7.75 in

Hermés Paperpoles Printed Porcelain Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

quilled paper motif throughout, horse accent on a red base centre, gilt trims and suede brand stamp

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21st Century and Contemporary Ashtrays

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Mughal School, 18th Century Emperor Jahangir with Empress Nur Jahan

Located in Middletown, NY

Emperor Jahangir and Empress Nur Jahan exchanging lotus blossoms; a symbol of beauty, purity, honesty, rebirth, self-regeneration, and enlightenment. Circa 1750. Gouache and ink wit...

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A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

$786

H 3.15 in W 12.21 in D 7.49 in

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

Located in Aci Castello, IT

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak

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Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal

$84,098

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Located in Paris, FR

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By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer

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Located in Napoli, IT

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19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
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H 36 in W 27.25 in D 30.5 in

19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery

Located in Plainview, NY

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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$65,000 / set

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Located in Tarzana, CA

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Located in Milford, NH

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Silk

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Located in Portland, OR

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19th Century American Folk Art Oil Painting Landscape Sailboats On River

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Located in Stamford, CT

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$19,850

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Located in New Orleans, LA

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

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Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders

Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders

$145,000

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Located in Queens, NY

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Large Flemish 17th-18th Century Baroque Figural Tapestry "A Royal Courtship"

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Paper Quilling For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal paper quilling for your home. Each paper quilling for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, marble and metal. There are many kinds of the paper quilling you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A paper quilling, designed in the Georgian, Art Nouveau or neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made paper quilling over the years, but those crafted by Ernest Justin Ferrand and René Rozet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Paper Quilling?

The average selling price for a paper quilling at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $69,271 for the highest priced.