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Mid-Century Modern Antique Arts & Crafts Bowl, Circa 1920
Mid-Century Modern Antique Arts & Crafts Bowl, Circa 1920

Mid-Century Modern Antique Arts & Crafts Bowl, Circa 1920

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Box - Decoration - Art nouveau Measures : Ø10cm / 14 cm H:15cm Materials : copper - Brass Original pre-war Art Nouveau pot Made of copper and brass – two metals that contrast beauti...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

19.00 Ctw Art Deco Style Diamond & Colombian Emerald Palladium Ear Clips
19.00 Ctw Art Deco Style Diamond & Colombian Emerald Palladium Ear Clips

19.00 Ctw Art Deco Style Diamond & Colombian Emerald Palladium Ear Clips

Located in Tysons, VA

Evoking the graphic precision of the Pre-War Art Deco period, this pair of ear clips showcases vivid Colombian emeralds arranged in ascending octagonal step-cuts, the calibré setting...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Palladium

Pre-War Abstraction - Modernism - Tan Bronze Tope - Nonrepresentational
Pre-War Abstraction - Modernism - Tan Bronze Tope - Nonrepresentational

Pre-War Abstraction - Modernism - Tan Bronze Tope - Nonrepresentational

By Elsie Driggs

Located in Miami, FL

Pioneering female abstract artist Elsie Driggs paints stylized abstract organic forms in a warm palette of orange browns and tope. She merges abstraction with some figuration. A st...

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1930s Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Pencil

Timeless Cherry Blossoms in Central Park  Pre-War Architecture
Timeless Cherry Blossoms in Central Park  Pre-War Architecture

Timeless Cherry Blossoms in Central Park Pre-War Architecture

By Mitchell Funk

Located in Miami, FL

Cherry Blossoms in Central Park with a lone figure in a blue shirt set against the iconic pre-war architecture of Central Park West. Signed and dated on lower right, numbered on v...

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2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Kiddush Levana (Moon) German Judaica Oil Painting
Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Kiddush Levana (Moon) German Judaica Oil Painting

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Kiddush Levana (Moon) German Judaica Oil Painting

Located in Surfside, FL

Sensitive Portrait of Jewish Chassidic religious scholar at study or prayer. Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly ra...

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20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie
Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie

Pre World War 1 Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie

By E.S. Ritchie & Co

Located in Norwich, GB

Pre World War I Nautical Compass by E.S.Ritchie Nautical compass mounted by a brass gimbal into a copper brass bound case with sloping glazed aperture with heavily bevelled glass....

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Antique Early 1900s Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Vintage Pre-War Wind-Up Toy "Boy on Motorcycle Delivery Truck" by Marx
Vintage Pre-War Wind-Up Toy "Boy on Motorcycle Delivery Truck" by Marx

Vintage Pre-War Wind-Up Toy "Boy on Motorcycle Delivery Truck" by Marx

By Louis Marx and Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

This brightly lithographed tin wind-up toy in colors of red, yellow, and blue, with a driver dressed in appropriate motorcycle clothing, depicts a young man driving a delivery cart w...

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Vintage 1930s Folk Art Toys

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Tin

Torii Kotondo Signed and Sealed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Rain Ame 1929
Torii Kotondo Signed and Sealed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Rain Ame 1929

Torii Kotondo Signed and Sealed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Rain Ame 1929

Located in Studio City, CA

This work, titled Rain (Ame), is a highly coveted pre-war printing done in 1929 (the title "Ame" is embossed on the bottom margin) and features a graceful and poised beauty holding a...

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Torii Kotondo Signed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Steam Bath Yuge Vapor 1929
Torii Kotondo Signed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Steam Bath Yuge Vapor 1929

Torii Kotondo Signed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Steam Bath Yuge Vapor 1929

Located in Studio City, CA

This work, titled Steam (Steam Bath)/ Vapor (Yuge), is a highly coveted pre-war printing done in 1929 (the title "Yuge" is embossed on the bottom margin) and features a lovely, grace...

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party
German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party

German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare German Judaica. Arno Katz Foto for Atelier Bermann, Frankfurt, Germany. bears original stamp verso The Weimar Republic (German: Weimarer Republik [ˈvaɪmaʁɐ ʁepuˈbliːk] (About th...

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20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Vintage Art Dèco Small Tubular Steel Chrome Plated and Glass Bar Cart, 1950s
Vintage Art Dèco Small Tubular Steel Chrome Plated and Glass Bar Cart, 1950s

Vintage Art Dèco Small Tubular Steel Chrome Plated and Glass Bar Cart, 1950s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

Its form refers to the pre-war Art dèco style. The streamlined frame is made of chromed tubulars steel.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Fabulous 1940's Art Deco Post War German Touch Tip Desk Lighter, Red & Black
Fabulous 1940's Art Deco Post War German Touch Tip Desk Lighter, Red & Black

Fabulous 1940's Art Deco Post War German Touch Tip Desk Lighter, Red & Black

Located in Red Lion, PA

Well-designed desk lighters were considered symbols of refinement and status, often crafted with the same care as fine clocks or writing instruments. Following World War II, West Ge...

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Pre-War Mahogany Art Deco Era Dining Room Chair Set of Four
Pre-War Mahogany Art Deco Era Dining Room Chair Set of Four

Pre-War Mahogany Art Deco Era Dining Room Chair Set of Four

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of four mahogany Art Deco era dining room chairs, each with petite sculpted seat back and tapestry style seat covers. Circa 1940. These chairs have some scratches on the wooden f...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Chairs

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Mahogany

Vintage Glamour Art Déco Bar Cart Chrome & Smoked Glass from IKEA, 1970s
Vintage Glamour Art Déco Bar Cart Chrome & Smoked Glass from IKEA, 1970s

Vintage Glamour Art Déco Bar Cart Chrome & Smoked Glass from IKEA, 1970s

By IKEA

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

Its form refers to the designs of the Bauhaus school and the pre-war Art dèco style. The geometric frame is made of chrome-plated tubular steel.

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Caught My Wife with Another Man Esquire Magazine Cartoon
Caught My Wife with Another Man Esquire Magazine Cartoon

Caught My Wife with Another Man Esquire Magazine Cartoon

Located in Miami, FL

Refer to the still images for more accurate color Illustration Art Brogspot Bundy returned to the U.S. but never recaptured the joy in his pre-war art.

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1950s Figurative Paintings

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Watercolor, Gouache, Illustration Board, Pencil

Carl Aubock Art-Deco Salt and Pepper Shaker Set, Pre-War Production, Early 1930s
Carl Aubock Art-Deco Salt and Pepper Shaker Set, Pre-War Production, Early 1930s

Carl Aubock Art-Deco Salt and Pepper Shaker Set, Pre-War Production, Early 1930s

Located in Vienna, AT

Art-Deco Salt and pepper shaker set. Prewar production - very early 30s. The body of the shakers (apple and pear) is made of coloured Bakelite, the stems are of silver plated brass....

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Vintage 1930s More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

TOY CANNON 1920 Pre-War Conestoga Big Bang In Painted Steel & Iron
TOY CANNON 1920 Pre-War Conestoga Big Bang In Painted Steel & Iron

TOY CANNON 1920 Pre-War Conestoga Big Bang In Painted Steel & Iron

Located in Miami, FL

Conestoga big bang toy cannon. This is an original antique Big Bang toy-cannon manufactured by the Conestoga company in the early 20th century. It is a very a rare model and likely ...

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Toys and Dolls

Materials

Steel

"Kadi" Pre-war Wind-Up Toy by Lehman Company. Germany Circa 1905
"Kadi" Pre-war Wind-Up Toy by Lehman Company. Germany Circa 1905

"Kadi" Pre-war Wind-Up Toy by Lehman Company. Germany Circa 1905

By E.P. Lehman Co.

Located in Incline Village, NV

"Kadi" is the name of this rare Chinese themed vintage German made mechanical toy; depicting two turn of the century Chinese men with pigtails walking along, while carrying a large t...

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Antique Early 1900s German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Tin

Head of Dame Edith Sitwell
Head of Dame Edith Sitwell

Head of Dame Edith Sitwell

Located in London, GB

The portraits smooth surface, formalised characteristics and wedge like base share stylistic conventions with the pre-war Art Deco movement of the period. Much of Lamberts early wor...

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20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Love Hurts Mid Century Woman's Magazine Illustration Cosmopolitan Magazine
Love Hurts Mid Century Woman's Magazine Illustration Cosmopolitan Magazine

Love Hurts Mid Century Woman's Magazine Illustration Cosmopolitan Magazine

Located in Miami, FL

Refer to the still images for more accurate color Illustration Art Brogspot Bundy returned to the U.S. but never recaptured the joy in his pre-war art.

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1940s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Gouache, Pencil

Neo Deco – 02-08-24, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Neo Deco – 02-08-24, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Neo Deco – 02-08-24, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Corne Akkers

Located in Yardley, PA

That is to search for a connection with pre-Word War II quality of art. As contemporary art lover you may think what you want.

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2010s Cubist More Art

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Oil

Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva
Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva

Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva

By Nandor Vydai Brenner

Located in Surfside, FL

Hand signed lower left Oil on canvas A Bar Mitzvah boy Yeshiva Cheder test Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rar...

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

In Prayer, Early 20th Century, Rabbi Portrait Judaica Oil Painting
In Prayer, Early 20th Century, Rabbi Portrait Judaica Oil Painting

In Prayer, Early 20th Century, Rabbi Portrait Judaica Oil Painting

By Samuel Seeberger

Located in Surfside, FL

Sensitive Portrait of Jewish Chassidic religious scholar at study or prayer. Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly ra...

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Early 20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Walnut Art Deco Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody Czechoslovakia 1930
Walnut Art Deco Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody Czechoslovakia 1930

Walnut Art Deco Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody Czechoslovakia 1930

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Almelo, NL

Halabala is considered one of the most influential Central European furniture designers of the 20th century and played a defining role in the development of Czech modernist and Art D...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Credenzas

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Metal

Algerian Railways Poster by Jos-Henri Ponchin 1925
Algerian Railways Poster by Jos-Henri Ponchin 1925

Algerian Railways Poster by Jos-Henri Ponchin 1925

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Ponchin’s refined composition—combining historic imagery, dramatic landscapes, and Art Deco sensibilities—makes this piece especially desirable to collectors of vintage travel poster...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Posters

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Paper

"Map of Naples, Vesuvius and Vietri Sul Mar, " Unique ICS Tile, Perhaps Gambone
"Map of Naples, Vesuvius and Vietri Sul Mar, " Unique ICS Tile, Perhaps Gambone

"Map of Naples, Vesuvius and Vietri Sul Mar, " Unique ICS Tile, Perhaps Gambone

By ICS

Located in Philadelphia, PA

I.C.S. was the most important of several pre-war ceramic art studios in Campania, founded in 1927 by Max Malamerson, a German artist.

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics

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Ceramic

ALEXANDRE MARTY 1940 Limoges Decorative Round Box With Enamel On Copper
ALEXANDRE MARTY 1940 Limoges Decorative Round Box With Enamel On Copper

ALEXANDRE MARTY 1940 Limoges Decorative Round Box With Enamel On Copper

Located in Miami, FL

Alexandre Marty was a proponent of the emerging Art Deco style, and, coupled with Fauré‘s desire to embrace the modern, the workshop began to produce unconventional enamel designs in...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Gold, Copper, Enamel

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Turkmen Design and Edwardian Style
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Turkmen Design and Edwardian Style

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Turkmen Design and Edwardian Style

By Zeki Müren

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: English Country, Bohemian, Edwardian, Spanish Revival, Mediterranean, Bungalow, Cottage, Shabby Chic, Eclectic, Modern, Traditional, ...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

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Wool

1950's Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style
1950's Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style

1950's Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Manor House, Victorian, Arts & Craf...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Indian Round Area Rug, Circular Rug with Traditional Style
Vintage Indian Round Area Rug, Circular Rug with Traditional Style

Vintage Indian Round Area Rug, Circular Rug with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Farmhouse, Manor House, Neoclassical, Reg...

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Late 20th Century Indian Tudor Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Transitional Style Area Rug with Oushak Design and Neutral Colors
Transitional Style Area Rug with Oushak Design and Neutral Colors

Transitional Style Area Rug with Oushak Design and Neutral Colors

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Farmhouse, Manor House, Neoclassical, Reg...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

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Wool

Rustic Style Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Foyer, Kitchen or Entry Rug
Rustic Style Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Foyer, Kitchen or Entry Rug

Rustic Style Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Foyer, Kitchen or Entry Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Manor House, Victorian, Arts & Craf...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts & Crafts Style
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts & Crafts Style

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts & Crafts Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Manor House, Victoria...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

The Rosette Court: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
The Rosette Court: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance

The Rosette Court: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Farmhouse, Victorian,...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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RABBI Rare Pre war judaica
RABBI Rare Pre war judaica

S. SiebergerRABBI Rare Pre war judaica

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 17.75 in

RABBI Rare Pre war judaica

By S. Sieberger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Portrait of a Rabbi at prayer. Well-known Jewish painter active in Paris france between 1900-1940, Died in Concentration Camp. Born in Alsace/Lothringen. In Sothebys catalog June 4 ...

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1940s Art

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Oil

RABBI Rare Pre War judaica
RABBI Rare Pre War judaica

S. SiebergerRABBI Rare Pre War judaica, 1930

Unavailable

H 14.5 in W 12.25 in

RABBI Rare Pre War judaica

By S. Sieberger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Well-known Jewish painter active in Paris france between 1900-1940, Died in Concentration Camp. Born in Alsace/Lothringen. In Sothebys catalog June 4 1996 nr.6858 a similar painting ...

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Oil

RABBI PORTRAIT Rare Pre War Judaica
RABBI PORTRAIT Rare Pre War Judaica

RABBI PORTRAIT Rare Pre War Judaica

By S. Sieberger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In this intimate oil painting the artist renders the picture of a Rabbinic scholar at prayer in a very intimate scale. Well-known Jewish painter active in Paris france between 1900-...

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Oil

Untitled rare Pre war German Jewish Expressionist Print
Untitled rare Pre war German Jewish Expressionist Print

Untitled rare Pre war German Jewish Expressionist Print

By Arthur Weis

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In this rare piece, the artist Artur Weis portrays a Hasidic Tish or Shabbat Farbrengen. A wonderful scene done using the traditional woodcut process.

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20th Century Art

Pre-Civil War New York State Militia Drum
Pre-Civil War New York State Militia Drum

Pre-Civil War New York State Militia Drum

Located in New Oxford, PA

Pre-Civil War militia drum decorated with a spreadwing eagle holding an American flag and a New York State Excelsior flag. An early drum that survives in excellent condition made, ci...

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Antique 1840s American Folk Art More Folk Art

Hermann KATELHÖN - Workers - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Lithograph
Hermann KATELHÖN - Workers - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Lithograph

Hermann KATELHÖN - Workers - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Lithograph

Located in Meinisberg, CH

---------------------------------------------------------- I am leaving 1stDibs - Closing down sale ---------------------------------------------------------- Hermann Kätelhön (Germ...

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Early 20th Century Naturalistic Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

"Shtetl Tailor" rare Judaica of Pre War Life in Europe
"Shtetl Tailor" rare Judaica of Pre War Life in Europe

"Shtetl Tailor" rare Judaica of Pre War Life in Europe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The subject for this painting is an older man holding a hand sewing needle. The artist uses controlled brush strokes and dramatic chiaroscuro to model the figure.

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Oil

Hermann KÄTELHÖN - Coal Miners - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Woodcut
Hermann KÄTELHÖN - Coal Miners - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Woodcut

Hermann KÄTELHÖN - Coal Miners - INDUSTRIAL ART - Pre War German School Woodcut

Located in Meinisberg, CH

---------------------------------------------------------- I am leaving 1stDibs - Closing down sale ---------------------------------------------------------- Hermann Kätelhön (Germ...

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1920s Naturalistic Figurative Prints

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Paper, Ink, Woodcut

Pre-War French Art Deco Table Lamp
Pre-War French Art Deco Table Lamp

Pre-War French Art Deco Table Lamp

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H 28 in Dm 9 in

Pre-War French Art Deco Table Lamp

Located in Kingston, NY

This beautiful French Art Deco table lamp, circa, 1925 is from the pre-war period, with a bronze signature badge and inventory number under the base showcasing it's authenticity.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Wood

RELIGIOUS MAN WITH HIS SON. Rare Pre War Polish Judaica
RELIGIOUS MAN WITH HIS SON. Rare Pre War Polish Judaica

RELIGIOUS MAN WITH HIS SON. Rare Pre War Polish Judaica

By Arthur Bryks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Portrait of a pre WWII religious Jewish man alongside his son with a somber gaze.

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20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Jeanne Marguerite Frey - Surbek (Swiss, 1886-1981) c. 1935 Etching Gabés Tunesia
Jeanne Marguerite Frey - Surbek (Swiss, 1886-1981) c. 1935 Etching Gabés Tunesia

Jeanne Marguerite Frey - Surbek (Swiss, 1886-1981) c. 1935 Etching Gabés Tunesia

Located in Meinisberg, CH

Looking through my stock, buyers will notice my liking of female artistes working in Switzerland and here I introduce you to another important heroine of Swiss artistes and present a...

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1930s Naturalistic Landscape Prints

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Paper, Ink

Produkte Art Deco Tulip Display Cabinet by J. Halabala for UP Zavody, 1930s
Produkte Art Deco Tulip Display Cabinet by J. Halabala for UP Zavody, 1930s

Produkte Art Deco Tulip Display Cabinet by J. Halabala for UP Zavody, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Bielsko Biala, slaskie

This is a very elegant furniture pre-war in the Art Deco style from walnut.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Vitrines

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Walnut

German Art Deco Bauhaus Table 1925
German Art Deco Bauhaus Table 1925

German Art Deco Bauhaus Table 1925

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H 23.63 in Dm 35.44 in

German Art Deco Bauhaus Table 1925

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Height 60 cm ( 23,7 in) diameter 90 cm ( 35,5 in ) Note: Nice cubistic pre-war art work! *** we offer door to door shipping!

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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Side Tables

Materials

Nickel

German Art Deco Bauhaus Coffee Table 1925
German Art Deco Bauhaus Coffee Table 1925

German Art Deco Bauhaus Coffee Table 1925

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Height 62 cm ( 24,4 in) diameter 62 cm ( 24,4 in ) Note: Nice cubistic pre-war art work! *** we offer door to door shipping!

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Gold Leaf

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Portrait German Judaica Oil Painting
Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Portrait German Judaica Oil Painting

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Portrait German Judaica Oil Painting

Located in Surfside, FL

Sensitive Portrait of Jewish Chassidic religious scholar at study or prayer. Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly ra...

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20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861
33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH WAR PERIOD, 1859-1861: 33 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The stars are arranged in ...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood
31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood

31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood

Located in York County, PA

31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD, HALOED MEDALLION CONFIGURATION:

31 star American national flag, printed on cotton, with a medallion configur...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag
30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

Located in York County, PA

30 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL WITH A MEDALLION CONFIGURATION THAT FEATURES A HALOED CENTER STAR, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1850: 30 star American national parade fl...

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Pre World War II Austrian Judaica Oil Painting Hasidic Rabbi Portrait
Pre World War II Austrian Judaica Oil Painting Hasidic Rabbi Portrait

Pre World War II Austrian Judaica Oil Painting Hasidic Rabbi Portrait

By Rudolf Klinsbogl Klingsberg

Located in Surfside, FL

Rudolf KLINGSBÖGL Austrian Viennese painter and teacher. Chassidic rebbe with Shtreimel. Klingsbogl was active in Vienna and is known for his typical portraits and paintings of inter...

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Early 20th Century Academic Portrait Paintings

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Oil

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag
33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH WAR PERIOD, 1859-1861: 33 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The stars are arranged in ...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag
29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag

29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag

Located in York County, PA

29 stars, Iowa statehood, pre-civil war, 1846-1848, medallion configuration: 29 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The stars are arranged in a d...

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Antique 1840s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-civil War, 1846-1848
29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-civil War, 1846-1848

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-civil War, 1846-1848

Located in York County, PA

29 STARS, IOWA STATEHOOD, PRE-CIVIL WAR, 1846-1848, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION:

29 star American National parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The stars are arr...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD:
31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD:

31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD:

Located in York County, PA

31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD, HALOED MEDALLION CONFIGURATION:

31 star American National flag, printed on cotton, with a beautiful medallio...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858
32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

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H 53.25 in W 87.5 in D 3.5 in

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is an exceptional 32-star, printed American flag celebrating Minnesota's admission to the United States. This is an extremely rare star count -- primarily due to the fact that ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag
29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

Located in York County, PA

29 STARS, IOWA STATEHOOD, PRE-CIVIL WAR, 1846-1848, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION: 29 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The stars are arranged in a ...

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era
30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

30 stars on an antique American flag of the Pre-Civil War era, rare and beautiful, with a medallion configuration that features a haloed center star, Wisconsin statehood, 1848-1850. ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

Original Fashion Drawings Fashion Plate - Pre War Early-Mid 20th Century Sketch
Original Fashion Drawings Fashion Plate - Pre War Early-Mid 20th Century Sketch

Original Fashion Drawings Fashion Plate - Pre War Early-Mid 20th Century Sketch

Located in Watford, Hertfordshire

Original fashion drawings from late 1930's. Fashion Plate. Keywords: Sketch, print, fashion, dress, black and white, woman, clothing, clothes, shop.

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1930s Other Art Style Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Black and White

German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party
German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party

German Jewish Weimar Era Silver Gelatin Photograph Pre War Judaica Costume Party

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare German Judaica. Arno Katz Foto for Atelier Bermann, Frankfurt, Germany. bears original stamp verso The Weimar Republic (German: Weimarer Republik [ˈvaɪmaʁɐ ʁepuˈbliːk] (About th...

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20th Century Modern Black and White Photography

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Photographic Paper

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Rare and Beautiful Flag, Wisconsin Statehood
30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Rare and Beautiful Flag, Wisconsin Statehood

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Rare and Beautiful Flag, Wisconsin Statehood

Located in York County, PA

30 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL WITH A MEDALLION CONFIGURATION THAT FEATURES A HALOED CENTER STAR, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1850: 30 star American national parade fl...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Pre-Civil War Cast Iron Medallion with the Federal Eagle Dated 1857
Pre-Civil War Cast Iron Medallion with the Federal Eagle Dated 1857

Pre-Civil War Cast Iron Medallion with the Federal Eagle Dated 1857

Located in York County, PA

AMERICAN, PRE-CIVIL WAR, CAST IRON MEDALLION / PLAQUE WITH A FEDERAL EAGLE SUPERIMPOSED ON A SUNBURST, DATED 1857 Cast iron medallion / plaque of generous scale, approximately 18" i...

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Antique 1850s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wrought Iron

32 Star Flag With An Especially Rare, Pre-civil War Star Count
32 Star Flag With An Especially Rare, Pre-civil War Star Count

32 Star Flag With An Especially Rare, Pre-civil War Star Count

Located in York County, PA

32 STARS, AN ESPECIALLY RARE, PRE-CIVIL WAR STAR COUNT, ON A RARE, SMALL SCALE, HOMEMADE FLAG, WITH ITS CANTON RESTING ON THE WAR STRIPE, 1858-59, MINNESOTA STATEHOOD:

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Stars, Pre-civil War, Rare And Beautiful With A Medallion Con
30 Stars, Pre-civil War, Rare And Beautiful With A Medallion Con

30 Stars, Pre-civil War, Rare And Beautiful With A Medallion Con

Located in York County, PA

30 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL WITH A MEDALLION CONFIGURATION THAT FEATURES A HALOED CENTER STAR, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1850:

30 star American nationa...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Star Flag, Pre-Civil War Ear, Haloed Center Star, Wisconsin Statehood
30 Star Flag, Pre-Civil War Ear, Haloed Center Star, Wisconsin Statehood

30 Star Flag, Pre-Civil War Ear, Haloed Center Star, Wisconsin Statehood

Located in York County, PA

30 STAR FLAG OF THE PRE-CIVIL WAR ERA, A RARE AND BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE EXAMPLE WITH A DOUBLE-WREATH CONFIGURATION THAT FEATURES A LARGE, HALOED CENTER STAR, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-18...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

30 Star Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, Pre-Civil War Era, Ca 1848-1850
30 Star Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, Pre-Civil War Era, Ca 1848-1850

30 Star Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, Pre-Civil War Era, Ca 1848-1850

Located in York County, PA

30 STAR FLAG OF THE PRE-CIVIL WAR ERA, A RARE AND BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE EXAMPLE WITH A DOUBLE-WREATH CONFIGURATION THAT FEATURES A LARGE, HALOED CENTER STAR, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-18...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

30 Stars on an Antique American Flag of the Pre-Civil War Era
30 Stars on an Antique American Flag of the Pre-Civil War Era

30 Stars on an Antique American Flag of the Pre-Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

30 stars on an antique American flag of the pre-Civil War era, rare and beautiful, with a medallion configuration that features a haloed center star, Wisconsin statehood, 1848-1850: ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

U.S Navy Jack With 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre-Civil War Example
U.S Navy Jack With 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre-Civil War Example

U.S Navy Jack With 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre-Civil War Example

Located in York County, PA

U.S. NAVY JACK WITH 30 STARS, AN ENTIRELY HAND-SEWN, PRE-CIVIL WAR EXAMPLE WITH GREAT COLOR AND BOLD VISUAL QUALITIES, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1850: Like the British Royal Navy,...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

U.S. Navy Jack with 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre- Civil War Example
U.S. Navy Jack with 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre- Civil War Example

U.S. Navy Jack with 30 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Pre- Civil War Example

Located in York County, PA

U.S. NAVY JACK WITH 30 STARS, AN ENTIRELY HAND-SEWN, PRE-CIVIL WAR EXAMPLE WITH MARKINGS FROM NEW YORK SHIPSMITH ISCAAC HALL, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1850 Like the British Royal ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

1950s French Midcentury Bowfront Sideboard in Lacquered Birch Boxwood Hardwood
1950s French Midcentury Bowfront Sideboard in Lacquered Birch Boxwood Hardwood

1950s French Midcentury Bowfront Sideboard in Lacquered Birch Boxwood Hardwood

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

The design is rooted in the pre-war Art Deco style but obviously influenced by the pared down designs coming from Scandinavia in the 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

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Boxwood, Hardwood, Birch

Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit
Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit

Original Pre-War Topless Polynesian Oil Painting on Velvet by Roger Fowler, Tahit

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original late 1930s/1940s topless Polynesian girl oil painting on velvet signed "Roger Fowler, Tahiti" Fowler's paintings were sold at Don The Beachcombers restaurant in Huntingto...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Paintings

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Velvet

Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

By Anton Peczely

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

By Anton Peczely

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Mothers Blessing, Shabbat Candles Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
Mothers Blessing, Shabbat Candles Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

Mothers Blessing, Shabbat Candles Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

By Anton Peczely

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

By Anton Peczely

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Anton Peczely
Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Anton Peczely

Blessing of the Tzadik (Rebbe) Rare Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Anton Peczely

By Anton Peczely

Located in Surfside, FL

Hand signed lower right Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

the Rabbi's Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
the Rabbi's Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

the Rabbi's Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting

By Nandor Vydai Brenner

Located in Surfside, FL

Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rare.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva
Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva

Rabbi Cheder Test Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting Nandor Brenner Vidai Bar Mitzva

By Nandor Vydai Brenner

Located in Surfside, FL

Hand signed lower left Oil on canvas A Bar Mitzvah boy Yeshiva Cheder test Rare Pre World War II (Pre Holocaust) Judaica Art. European Judaic art from this period is exceedingly rar...

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Art Deco Star of David Aquamarine Pendant
Art Deco Star of David Aquamarine Pendant

Art Deco Star of David Aquamarine Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

An original pre World War II Art Deco pendant designed as a round openwork matte gold plaque with a white enamel six pointed Star of David set with a hexagonal aquamarine and six sma...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Folk art chaise longue, early 20th century
Folk art chaise longue, early 20th century

Folk art chaise longue, early 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

A craftsman pre-war folk art chaise longue, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

By Zeki Müren

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Victorian, Arts & Cra...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Style Runner
New Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Style Runner

New Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Style Runner

By Walter Nichols

Located in Dallas, TX

This piece would be well-suited to a wide range of interior styles, including Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Neoclassical, Georgian, Regency, Empire, Italianate, Victor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chinoiserie Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug 1920's  8' x 9'
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug 1920's  8' x 9'

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug 1920's 8' x 9'

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H 116 in W 96 in L 116 in

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug 1920's 8' x 9'

Located in Evanston, IL

This beautiful 8' x 9' area rug is a stunning example of the bold and luxurious Art Deco style in Pre-War China. The Art Deco movement was inspired by Western influences on the Chine...

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Early 20th Century Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Walnut Loveseat
Walnut Loveseat

Walnut Loveseat

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H 37.75 in W 52 in D 28.5 in

Walnut Loveseat

Located in Chicago, IL

This small sofa is an excellent example of pre-war Hungarian Art Nouveau design. The solid wood frame has been fully restored.

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Runner with Modern Transitional Style
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Runner with Modern Transitional Style

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Runner with Modern Transitional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Farmhouse, Neoclassical, Regency,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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