Rare Chenille Cotton Basket Christmas Ornament Antique, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament. It was made from Chenille, wire and cotton, this would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree.
Wire
Rare Set of Six Mercury Glass & Cotton Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria.
Wire
Rare Set of Four Mercury Glass & Plastic Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria.
Wire
Rare Antique German Glass Candle Lantern Christmas Ornament, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare and charming pre-electric Christmas lighting ornament, beautifully crafted from mouth-blown glass.
Wire
Rare Antique German Bird Cage Pewter Christmas Ornament, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
While originally designed as a dollhouse accessory, this example was later used as a Christmas tree ornament and may easily be returned to its original intended use.
Wire, Pewter
Rare Mercury Glass Holiday Christmas Ornament Antique German Money Bag, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas tree with this antique German glass ornament. The unique design features a money bag, perfect for those who love to incorporate monetar...
Wire
12 pcs Antique Blown Glass Christmas Ornaments in Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
12 pcs Rare antique blown glass Christmas ornaments balls, drops , Handpainted, in an original box.
Blown Glass
Antique 1910s German Santa Claus Belsnickle Figure on Sleigh pulled by Pink Pig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German Santa Claus Belsnickle Sleigh with Pig and Toys, circa 1900 A rare and charming example of early German Christmas craftsmanship, this Antique Santa Claus Belsnickle f...
Composition
Rare Antique German Glass Candle Lantern Christmas Ornament, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas pre-electric lighting ornament. It is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree.
Wire
Sold
H 6.5 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in
15 Rare Antique Victorian Weighted Santa Christmas Tree Candle Holder Ornaments
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of fifteen rare Victorian Christmas tree candle holders, each made of green wire and counterweighted / balanced with a small iron Santa Claus pendulum hanging from the base. Germ...
Iron
Three Rare Lampions Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three lampions. Each is made from thin mouth blown glass, this would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree.
Wire
Rare Star on a Ball Christmas Ornament Vintage, German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament. made from thin mouth blown glass, this would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree.
Wire
Rare Girl, Lady and Snowman Christmas Ornament Vintage German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three. Each is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree.
Wire
Sold
H 4 in W 1.25 in D 1 in
Rare Krampus Devil Kewpie Celluloid Christmas Ornament Vintage, Austria 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament from Germany or Austria.
Wire
Sold
H 2.38 in W 2 in D 1.63 in
Set of Five Mercury Glass Ball Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set off five mercury glass ball ornaments.
Wire
Rare Chenille Krampus Christmas Ornament Antique Austria, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas tree with this antique Austrian Christmas ornament. The unique design features a Krampus, it is the companion of St. Nicolas or Belsnic...
Composition, Wire
Sold
H 5.25 in W 2.25 in D 1.25 in
Bunch of 28 Wire Ornament Candy Holders in Original Box Antique German Christmas
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare original old box of Christmas ornament or Candy Holders.
Wire
$2,156
H 31 in Dm 10 in
Arts & Crafts Era Venetian Pendant Light of Mouthblown Glass into an Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish, good size and excellent condition hallway pendant from Venice. Every now and then, we come across a piece that feels less like a discovery and more like a gift. This Veneti...
Brass, Iron, Wire
$2,855
H 28 in Dm 15.4 in
Rare Arts & Crafts Pendant Lantern, Handcrafted Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Note. We are pleased to inform you that all shipments to the United States are free from import duties and tariffs. Rare early 20th Century handcrafted Arts & Crafts pendant lantern...
Metal, Wrought Iron
$1,923
H 23 in Dm 8.5 in
Rare 1950s Venetian Murano Opaline Glass Pendant with Wrought Iron Frame, Italy
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size Venetian pendant light mouth blown glass in bronzed metal frame. This exquisite 1950s Murano pendant light is a masterclass in Italian craftsmanship, a sculptural com...
Iron
$240 / set
H 3.5 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
Rare Set of Five Mercury Glass Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria. Each is made from mouth blown glass, these would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree. Size always given for ...
Wire
$220 / set
H 3.38 in Dm 1.25 in
Set of Five Bell & a Pinecone Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set off five bell and one Pinecone glass ornaments. Each is made from thin mouth blown glass, this would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or f...
Wire
$200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 4 in W 4 in D 4 in
Vintage Christmas Ornaments European Christmas Treees
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Christmas Ornaments box - 12 pcs Christmas trees figurines, made in an old European tradition of blown glass.
Blown Glass
$2,063
H 30 in Dm 10 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Stained & Chunky Glass Pendant Light Tiffany Style Fxture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning moon shape chandelier pendant light 1900s. This rare ceiling lamp from the very early 1900s could be the perfect lighting solution for an entrance or any other small livin...
Lead
$280 / set
H 2.5 in Dm 1.38 in
Rare Set of Twelve Toadstool Mushroom Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1940s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of twelve mushrooms. Each is made from thin mouth blown glass. This would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree. Found at an Es...
Wire
Rare Santa, Clown and Lantern Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three. Each is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree. Clown Head is approx. 3 1/4" high and ...
Wire
English Faux Painted Tin Hanging Glass Lantern, 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
English faux painted tin hanging lantern with a centered ring over beading, decorative floral swags, three-tiered step back, four glass sides with a hinged door, three-light cluster ...
Tin
French Macramé Hanging Planter with Gourd Vessel, 1970s macrame
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A refined example of French artisanal design from the 1970s, this sculptural hanging planter embodies the naturalist and bohemian spirit of the era. Hand-knotted in richly textured ...
Natural Fiber
$380 / set
H 12.25 in W 2.63 in D 2.63 in
Lot Three Large Vintage Antique Mercury Glass Christmas Tree Topper German 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare set of three feather tree glass Christmas tree topper from Germany. Each is made from mouth blown glass, would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree. ...
Glass
Vintage Painted Tole Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Venetian painted tole lantern with flowers and foliage. Measurements: Drop: 33" Diameter: 15"
Metal
$396
H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in
Vintage Chinese Handwoven Rattan Rabbit Basket Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Charming vintage Chinese wicker rabbit basket, handwoven in natural rattan and dating from the 1970s. This playful decorative object features a rounded rabbit-shaped body, with appli...
Wicker, Rattan
$29Sale Price|35% Off
H 6 in W 6 in D 6 in
Unique Vintage Jumbo Christmas Ornament Blown Glass Handpainted
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage unique made in an old European tradition blown glass large 6” Mercury glass Christmas ornament handpainted with Santa Claus and glitter.
Blown Glass
1940 Antique Blown Glass Christmas Ornaments, Handpainted, Classical
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique blown glass Handpainted Christmas ornaments 12 pcs in an original box. One is from 1992 teachers dedicated.
Blown Glass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
Gold Leaf
$500 / item
H 18.7 in W 13.2 in D 3 in
Manly P. Hall's The Secret Teachings, Facsimile Book Set with Prints
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...
Foil
Architectural Digest The Most Beautiful Rooms in the World
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
An unrivaled survey of the most exciting contemporary interior design across the globe, curated by the editors of ten international editions of Architectural Digest. Since 1920, A...
Paper
$61,119
H 7.09 in W 20.48 in D 13.39 in
One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
By Windsor & Newton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Winsor & Newton 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist b...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$1,731
H 15.36 in W 13.39 in D 2.37 in
East Indonesian Rare Exotic Butterflies Taxidermy Display Celebes Islands
Located in Nottingham, GB
East Indonesian Exotic Butterflies Taxidermy Display Celebes Islands Good condition Free international shipping.
Glass, Wood
$5,548 / set
H 9.45 in Dm 3.35 in
Set of 12 Esagonali Tumblers and Pitcher. Murano Glass Rigadin Fumè, Coral Red
By Salviati, Paolo Venini
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Elegant set of 12 handmade Murano glass with a matching jug in warm amber fume color. Each piece is decorated with the refined rigadin ritorto pattern, a classic Murano design that g...
Murano Glass
Wooly Sheep Pull Putz Toy Antique German Christmas 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German Putz stick-legged sheep on a wooden platform with metal wheels. It is a genuine antique German Christmas toy. As it is old, it show the expected signs of age and use. ...
Composition
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
C20th Decorative hardstone Bonsai Tree
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Decorative Bonsai Tree Porcelain Pot included Very Colourful
Glass
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
$2,740 / set
H 17 in W 48 in D 15 in
1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toy, made in Germany
By Elastoform
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare 1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. over 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toys, made in Germany,,Over 50 year collection. Amazing Early Elastolin Farm comprising of two houses,, several a...
Composition
Rare Set of Three Grape Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three. Each is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree. Size always given for the tallest item...
Wire
$376Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 4 in W 3 in D 3 in
Spectacular 40 pcs Christmas Ornaments Trees German Glass Vintage
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular set of 40 pcs European blown Mercury glass Handpainted Christmas ornaments Christmas trees in different colours and shapes. Storage box included.
Glass
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Coffee of Chocolate Set with Tray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Date marked 1962/63, Sterling, by Tiffany & Co., England. Modern and Art Deco collide in this very sleek coffee or chocolate set. Brilliant as a decorative accessory or perfect ...
Sterling Silver
$160
H 2.63 in W 5.5 in D 1.5 in
Glass Parrot Bird Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, Vintage, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique clip-on bird ornament, it's a beautiful parrot. This ornament, is made from ultra-thin hand blown glass, hand painted with a kind of cold paint, would be a great antiq...
Mercury Glass
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.