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Paper Quilling

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
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
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

"Plushie VI" - Mixed Media Figurative Artwork Featuring Woman and Purple Bear
Located in Denver, CO
combines paper quilling, fabric, and acrylic on canvas. Measuring 29.92 x 25 x 1.38 inches (76 x 63.50 x
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

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

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

"Plushie X" – Quilled Mixed Media Portrait with Plush Toy Figures
Located in Denver, CO
using quilled paper strips, fabric, and acrylic on canvas. Measuring 23.62 x 23.62 x 1.38 inches (59.99
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

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

"Plushie VII" - Quilled Mixed Media Artwork of Figure and Bear Plushie
Located in Denver, CO
quilled paper, fabric, and acrylic paint on canvas, the artist brings forth a playful yet thoughtfully
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

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

Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy
Antique Georgian Paper Scroll Tea Caddy
$10,435
H 5.12 in W 7.29 in D 4.14 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

Collage by Paul Shaub
Collage by Paul Shaub
$2,600
H 6.75 in W 6.75 in D 1.5 in
Brushstroke No. 2
Located in Boston, MA
glazing with UV protection, and kraft paper backing. Keywords: Paper art, Quilling, Abstract, Brushstroke
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Board

Brushstroke No. 2
Brushstroke No. 2
$300
H 17.5 in W 13.5 in D 1.4 in
Andrea Bonfils - Wax Weave, Painting 2022
By Andrea Bonfils
Located in Greenwich, 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
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
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Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

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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
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
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

Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson
Hot Spot by Karyl Sisson
H 47 in W 50 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

Mutation by Karyl Sisson
Mutation by Karyl Sisson
H 50.5 in W 56.5 in D 2 in
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
By Lisa Nilsson
Located in New York, NY
LISA NILSSON’s ornate quilled paper constructions explore the complex geography of the human
Female Thorax
Female Thorax
H 1.5 in W 24.5 in D 15 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
Shoulders
Shoulders
H 1.5 in W 22.75 in D 12.5 in
17th C Dutch Old Master Drawing by Isaac van Ostade Man and Woman Carousing
Located in Gouda, NL
around a white horse. Isaac was an eager draftsman, probably for the sheer pleasure of feeling the quill
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

17th C Dutch Old Master Drawing by Isaac van Ostade Woman and Child Walking
Located in Gouda, NL
around a white horse. Isaac was an eager draftsman, probably for the sheer pleasure of feeling the quill
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Boneyard, Dimensional artwork, Water, blue, framed, rolled paper, quilling
By Amy Genser
Located in Riverdale, NY
Amy Genser, Boneyard, rolled paper and acrylic on board, 23.5 x 23.5 x 1.5 shadowbox framed to 29 x
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Acrylic, Board, Rice Paper

Boneyard, Water, Dimensional artwork, blue, framed, acrylic, quilling
By Amy Genser
Located in Riverdale, NY
Amy Genser, Boneyard, rolled paper and acrylic on board, 23.5 x 23.5 x 1.5 shadowbox framed to 29 x
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Acrylic, Board, Rice Paper

The Sleeping Beauty and Other Fairy Tales by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch circa 1910
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Quiller-Couch, Sir Arthur. The Sleeping Beauty and Other Fairy Tales. London: Hodder and Stoughton
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Vintage 1910s British Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

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
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Spelter

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

Composition in Grey ( Bats, quill pen, paper and pitcher)
By Erling Valtyrson
Located in New Orleans, LA
Bats, one drawn and one displayed hanging shown with drawings of other birds, a quill pen, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Prints

Materials

Mezzotint

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

"Quills" Contemporary Surrealist painting (porcupine, mid-century modern table)
By Thomas Broadbent
Located in New York, NY
22"x30" contemporary surrealist watercolor painting, signed on reverse. This work on paper by New
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2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Archival Paper

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
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Antique 19th Century Regency Paintings

Materials

Wood

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 English Writing Box
Antique English Writing Box
H 4.5 in W 16 in D 9 in
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
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20th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Paper

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
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

English Victorian Lap Desk
English Victorian Lap Desk
H 4 in W 15.5 in D 12.5 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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A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
$778
H 3.15 in W 12.21 in D 7.49 in
Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
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Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer

Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
$33,950 Sale Price / set
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H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
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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18th Century Rajput Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gold

19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant 19th century French Louis XV bergere armchair featuring a high quality floral upholstery in the style of Schumacher betty chintz fabric in vivid red, pink and Green on bei...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
$1,125 Sale Price
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H 36 in W 27.25 in D 30.5 in
French Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
French Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet This French Art Deco cocktail cabinet features a distinctive lift-up lid and an innovative door opening mechanism, showcasing the era's signature sty...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Bubinga

French Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
French Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
$2,540
H 44.49 in W 22.45 in D 14.18 in
Coors Pottery Skyscraper Ceramic Vase
By Coors Pottery
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a rare Coors Pottery vase from the 1920s. It is a beautiful Art Deco blue scrapper.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Coors Pottery Skyscraper Ceramic Vase
Coors Pottery Skyscraper Ceramic Vase
$125
H 9 in W 6.25 in D 3.75 in
Antique English 17th Century Charles I Carved Oak Court Cupboard Cabinet 1630
Located in Portland, OR
An important antique English Jacobean carved oak court cupboard, from the reign of King Charles I, dated 1630. The rectangular overhanging top with a carved arcaded frieze, to the ce...
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Antique Early 17th Century English Jacobean Sideboards

Materials

Oak

C. 1870 Antique English Tunbridge Ware & Penwork Regency Tea Caddy Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
English, circa 1870. A Regency Tunbridge Ware & Penwork Tea Caddy Box of Hexagonal form. Featuring a decorated Neo Classical taste top centering the goddess Ceres recumbent upon her...
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Walnut

C. 1870 Antique English Tunbridge Ware & Penwork Regency Tea Caddy Box
C. 1870 Antique English Tunbridge Ware & Penwork Regency Tea Caddy Box
$556 Sale Price
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H 4.625 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Inlaid Octagonal hardwood Box with Fitted Interior and Key, English Early 19th C
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand made oak Sewing Box, of octagonal form with inlaid sunburst top, fully fitted interior and having a working lock and key, all dating to circa 1840. The bo...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Century) walnut library ladders with side railings and steps leading to a top platform (on casters) (attributed to Napoleon III's personal library) (Related item...
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Stairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
$145,000
H 106 in W 66 in D 26 in
Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Queens, NY
A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period) A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gi...
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

Regina Upright Music Box
By Regina Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
An extraordinary and rare coin-operated Regina Sublima upright music box crafted by the Regina music box company, one of the most recognized music box manufacturers in the world, com...
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Antique 19th Century American Other Musical Instruments

Materials

Oak

Regina Upright Music Box
Regina Upright Music Box
$38,500
H 64.75 in W 28 in D 14.5 in
Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture gilded peacock handmade in precious porcelain one by one, feather by feather. Each feather is unique. Made with shiny porcelain, hand-painted with 24-karat gold and preciou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
$83,281
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 13.39 in
19th Century Lifesize Bronze Bust of Othello after Gaston Veuvenot Leroux
By Gaston Vuevenot Leroux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and impressive French 19th century life-size bust depicting Othello, the North African Moor of Venice character in the 1603 play written by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), a...
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Antique 19th Century French Moorish Busts

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Lifesize Bronze Bust of Othello after Gaston Veuvenot Leroux
19th Century Lifesize Bronze Bust of Othello after Gaston Veuvenot Leroux
$28,950 Sale Price
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H 37.5 in W 27 in D 20 in
Antique Italian Venetian Burl Wood and Gilt Loveseat, Settee, Sofa or Canapé
Located in Plainview, NY
Antique Italian Venetian Burl Wood and Gilt Loveseat, Settee, Sofa or Canapé Grace your space with this 20th century Italian Venetian loveseat, settee or canapé. The frame carving i...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood, Burl

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This recamier/daybed was conceived and executed with utmost quality and expertise, showing a style that incorporates many influences from the eigtheenth and ninetheenth century. Made...
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Antique Late 19th Century Brazilian Romantic Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed
$32,000
H 43.31 in W 90.56 in D 30.32 in
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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.