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Georgian Key to My Heart Rare Acrostic Brooch
Georgian Key to My Heart Rare Acrostic Brooch

Georgian Key to My Heart Rare Acrostic Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

Century, this ‘ key to my heart’ brooch prizes the majestic Georgian workmanship – tests 18 KT solid gold

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key
Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

$3,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 67 in W 44 in D 0.75 in

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Rare antique wrought iron trade sign, in the form of a very decorative key, that once hung outside

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18th Century French Neoclassical Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key)
Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key)

Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key)

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key). Circa Early 20th Century

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Don-Key – English School, 19th century
Don-Key – English School, 19th century

Don-Key – English School, 19th century

Located in Middletown, NY

A rare, extensively hand-colored impression of this charming British satirical image. London

Category

Early 19th Century English School Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Watercolor, Handmade Paper, Lithograph

Late 19th C. Porcelain Vanity Dish w/ Mustache Dividers Pink and Green Greek Key
Late 19th C. Porcelain Vanity Dish w/ Mustache Dividers Pink and Green Greek Key

Late 19th C. Porcelain Vanity Dish w/ Mustache Dividers Pink and Green Greek Key

Located in Red Lion, PA

Shaving Dish with Greek Key Motif A rare and exceptionally beautiful late 19th century porcelain

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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century American Folk Art Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875
19th Century American Folk Art Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875

19th Century American Folk Art Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th-century American folk art Heart-shaped forged iron pad lock and key, dated 1875 A remarkable

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19th Century American Folk Art Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

Antique early 17th century rare German or Austrian Stollentruhe or trunk
Antique early 17th century rare German or Austrian Stollentruhe or trunk

Antique early 17th century rare German or Austrian Stollentruhe or trunk

Located in Casteren, NL

exceptionally early example, complete with its original key, rare Gothic lock, and deeply carved symbolic

Category

17th Century German Gothic Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Steel

Rare Large Antique Bird Print Depicting Xantus's Murrlets, 1869
Rare Large Antique Bird Print Depicting Xantus's Murrlets, 1869

Rare Large Antique Bird Print Depicting Xantus's Murrlets, 1869

$1,159Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.15 in W 19.69 in D 0 in

Rare Large Antique Bird Print Depicting Xantus's Murrlets, 1869

Located in Langweer, NL

Xantus's Murrelets. **Key Features:** 1. **Rare Avian Specimen:** The Xantus's Murrelets, immortalized in

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1860s Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Stunning Birds of Paradise from Seligmann's Rare Birds Collection (1770-1773)
Stunning Birds of Paradise from Seligmann's Rare Birds Collection (1770-1773)

Stunning Birds of Paradise from Seligmann's Rare Birds Collection (1770-1773)

Located in Langweer, NL

* (Collection of Various Foreign and Rare Birds), a key work in the field of ornithology during the 18th century

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1770s Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Rare Antique French 19th Century Hunting Cabinet / Black Forest Barley Twist Oak
Rare Antique French 19th Century Hunting Cabinet / Black Forest Barley Twist Oak

Rare Antique French 19th Century Hunting Cabinet / Black Forest Barley Twist Oak

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

display books on) , 1 drawer & 1 door with shelve inside. Comes with working lock & key. Very rare

Category

1880s French Renaissance Revival Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Oak

Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs
Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs

Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs

Located in Mckinney, TX

candle box (very rare to find!). Original skeleton key and lock are present, along with brass

Category

Mid-19th Century English Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Porcelain, Pine

Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Cabinet
Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Cabinet

Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Cabinet

$5,600

H 62.84 in W 55.12 in D 18.71 in

Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Cabinet

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

storage, tableware, books, or collectibles. The doors retain their original key, an increasingly rare

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Early 20th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Dutch Cabinet for Pander & Zonen
Dutch Cabinet for Pander & Zonen

Dutch Cabinet for Pander & Zonen

$5,495Sale Price|35% Off

H 45.28 in W 27.56 in D 13.39 in

Dutch Cabinet for Pander & Zonen

By H.Pander & Zonen

Located in Amstelveen, NL

side panels. A rare find. Original key present.

Category

1920s Dutch Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Napoleon III Perfume Casket – French – Crystal Perfume Bottles – Brass Inlay
Napoleon III Perfume Casket – French – Crystal Perfume Bottles – Brass Inlay

Napoleon III Perfume Casket – French – Crystal Perfume Bottles – Brass Inlay

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

use consistent with age. The set is complete with its original key. A rare and charming ensemble that

Category

1870s French Napoleon III Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Chinese Lacquer Tea Caddy
Chinese Lacquer Tea Caddy

Chinese Lacquer Tea Caddy

$1,250

H 6 in W 9 in D 7 in

Chinese Lacquer Tea Caddy

Located in Tampa, FL

the exterior. The interior depth is three inches. This tea caddy does not retain its original key. A

Category

1820s Chinese Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pewter

Black Forest Mantle Clock
Black Forest Mantle Clock

Black Forest Mantle Clock

$57,500

H 48 in W 21 in D 13 in

Black Forest Mantle Clock

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

with two bear cubs climbing. Exceptional and rare piece. Key included. Beautiful dark wood and

Category

19th Century European Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

18th-Century Tabletop Italian Diamond Front Iron Safe
18th-Century Tabletop Italian Diamond Front Iron Safe

18th-Century Tabletop Italian Diamond Front Iron Safe

$48,500

H 18.75 in W 26.25 in D 13.25 in

18th-Century Tabletop Italian Diamond Front Iron Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

an interior containing two additional drawers and a secret compartment with its own key. Quite rare

Category

18th Century Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century
Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century

Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century

$5,193

H 37.41 in W 41.34 in D 22.05 in

Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

a reeded front, adding visual rhythm and depth. Each drawer is fitted with its original lock and key

Category

1840s Swedish Gustavian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Softwood

English Georgian Mahogany 'Pedestal' Form Bachelor's Chest, circa 1760
English Georgian Mahogany 'Pedestal' Form Bachelor's Chest, circa 1760

English Georgian Mahogany 'Pedestal' Form Bachelor's Chest, circa 1760

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Kinderhook, NY

, the key escutcheons particularly unusual, raised on thick bracket feet. Even rarer, original key

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Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene
Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene

Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene

Located in Barcelona, ES

carriage landscape at the interior part. A nice piece to be exhibited open. Rare find. No key avaliable

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique 19th century german solid oak warm brown two-door cupboard or cabinet
Antique 19th century german solid oak warm brown two-door cupboard or cabinet

Antique 19th century german solid oak warm brown two-door cupboard or cabinet

$7,488Sale Price|20% Off

H 68.51 in W 57.88 in D 16.54 in

Antique 19th century german solid oak warm brown two-door cupboard or cabinet

Located in Casteren, NL

This rare spitsverkropte lijstenkast (stepped-molding cupboard) from North Rhine-Westphalia

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Mid-19th Century German Baroque Revival Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Oak

Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers with Original Hardware, circa 1760–1770
Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers with Original Hardware, circa 1760–1770

Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers with Original Hardware, circa 1760–1770

Located in Atlanta, GA

rare original working lock and key, fine surviving details that speak to the craftsmanship of the

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18th Century Swedish Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pine

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk
Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk

$4,753Sale Price|20% Off

H 41.34 in W 42.33 in D 19.49 in

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk

Located in Casteren, NL

matching working lock and key. Flanking this central section are six small drawers, with open pigeonholes

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Wedgwood 18th Century Creamware Plates Showing Landscapes England Set of Three
Wedgwood 18th Century Creamware Plates Showing Landscapes England Set of Three

Wedgwood 18th Century Creamware Plates Showing Landscapes England Set of Three

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Katonah, NY

Material: Creamware Style: Neoclassical Origin: England Date: Circa 1780 **Key Features:** - Rare matched

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Late 18th Century English Country Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Creamware

17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinet with Arched Doors
17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinet with Arched Doors

17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinet with Arched Doors

$14,010Sale Price|20% Off

H 77.17 in W 67.72 in D 24.81 in

17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinet with Arched Doors

Located in Casteren, NL

Beautiful and rare Dutch Renaissance two-door cabinet. This cabinet stems from an era in Dutch

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Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany, Oak

19th century French oak and brass mounted tea caddy by Tahan of Paris C1880
19th century French oak and brass mounted tea caddy by Tahan of Paris C1880

19th century French oak and brass mounted tea caddy by Tahan of Paris C1880

Located in Central England, GB

appears to be in good condition. It is in the open position, but there is no key. A lovely, rare French

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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century Danish Rosewood Tea Caddy with Bone Inlay, Circa 1860
19th Century Danish Rosewood Tea Caddy with Bone Inlay, Circa 1860

19th Century Danish Rosewood Tea Caddy with Bone Inlay, Circa 1860

Located in Atlanta, GA

space below, a practical yet elegant feature. The caddy retains its original working lock and key, a

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19th Century Danish Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bone, Rosewood

Daum French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1915
Daum French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1915

Daum French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1915

$6,000

H 10.63 in W 10.24 in D 4.14 in

Daum French Art Deco Table Lamp, 1915

By Daum

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

elegance and antique charm to your interior with this rare Daum Nancy lamp. Key Details: Maker: Daum

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1910s French Art Deco Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Hand Carved Wood Walnut Panettiere Cupboard Wall mount Cabinet Rustic Bread Box
Hand Carved Wood Walnut Panettiere Cupboard Wall mount Cabinet Rustic Bread Box

Hand Carved Wood Walnut Panettiere Cupboard Wall mount Cabinet Rustic Bread Box

Located in West Hollywood, CA

. This piece rests on scrolled cabriole feet, but is also mounted to hang on a wall. Decorated with rare

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

19th Century Dutch Ebony Box With Silver Mounts and Hinges
19th Century Dutch Ebony Box With Silver Mounts and Hinges

19th Century Dutch Ebony Box With Silver Mounts and Hinges

Located in Stamford, CT

key. This rare box was likely made in the Dutch East India possession of Sri Lanka, or made in Holland

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Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Silver, Steel

Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874
Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874

Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874

By Minton

Located in Katonah, NY

: Ironstone Style: Neoclassical Revival / Victorian Origin: England Date: Circa 1874 **Key Features

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1870s English Neoclassical Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Ironstone

18th Century Walnut Panetiere from Provence
18th Century Walnut Panetiere from Provence

18th Century Walnut Panetiere from Provence

$8,995

H 40 in W 38 in D 18 in

18th Century Walnut Panetiere from Provence

Located in Vista, CA

18th century Pannetiere in walnut from Provence, circa 1760. This piece is decorated with rare long

Category

Mid-18th Century French Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

Antique C1880 Quality Inlaid Burr Walnut Pier Display Cabinet C1880
Antique C1880 Quality Inlaid Burr Walnut Pier Display Cabinet C1880

Antique C1880 Quality Inlaid Burr Walnut Pier Display Cabinet C1880

$1,161Sale Price|30% Off

H 41.34 in W 29.93 in D 13 in

Antique C1880 Quality Inlaid Burr Walnut Pier Display Cabinet C1880

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

and strong, with no loose joints. We have a key. Rare lift up lid with concealed storage compartment

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19th Century Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

Antique Charles II Revival Oak and Elm Writing Desk Dressing
Antique Charles II Revival Oak and Elm Writing Desk Dressing

Antique Charles II Revival Oak and Elm Writing Desk Dressing

$1,161Sale Price|30% Off

H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 19.69 in

Antique Charles II Revival Oak and Elm Writing Desk Dressing

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

freely. We have a key. A rare and attractive quality find. Would look great in the right location! A

Category

1920s Charles II Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Elm, Oak

18th Century Venetian Hand-Carved & Giltwood Display Cabinet
18th Century Venetian Hand-Carved & Giltwood Display Cabinet

18th Century Venetian Hand-Carved & Giltwood Display Cabinet

Located in Miami, FL

gilding remains original, showing a beautiful aged patina. Retains its original period key. This a rare

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Giltwood, Wood, Glass

Two Allied Wrens Antique Bird Print  Made after D.G. Elliot, 1869
Two Allied Wrens Antique Bird Print  Made after D.G. Elliot, 1869

Two Allied Wrens Antique Bird Print Made after D.G. Elliot, 1869

Located in Langweer, NL

detail. **Key Features:** 1. **Rare Representation:** This lithograph presents a rare portrayal of two

Category

Mid-19th Century Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Recent Sales

An Unusual and Rare Key Box
An Unusual and Rare Key Box

An Unusual and Rare Key Box

Unavailable

H 13.5 in W 11 in D 2 in

An Unusual and Rare Key Box

Located in New York, NY

An unusual and rare macassar ebony key box (a box for storing keys) with brass embellishments

Category

19th Century English Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Macassar, Ebony

Very Early Unusual and Superb Steel Lantern Key
Very Early Unusual and Superb Steel Lantern Key

Very Early Unusual and Superb Steel Lantern Key

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in

Very Early Unusual and Superb Steel Lantern Key

Located in Windsor, Berkshire

A very unusual and superb steel lantern key, the rare key dates back to circa 1620. It measures 3

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16th Century English Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Steel

French Louis XVII Period Chest in Flame Mahogany and Marble-Top
French Louis XVII Period Chest in Flame Mahogany and Marble-Top

French Louis XVII Period Chest in Flame Mahogany and Marble-Top

Located in Charleston, SC

". Comes with its original locks and a precious and rare key as well as its also original castors.

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1810s French Restauration Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Excellent Rare Early Key West Trade Sign, Double Sided
Excellent Rare Early Key West Trade Sign, Double Sided

Excellent Rare Early Key West Trade Sign, Double Sided

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 32.25 in D 1 in

Excellent Rare Early Key West Trade Sign, Double Sided

Located in Hadley, MA

hooks intact. Key West's nickname is "the rock". A very rare survivor, from my personal collection

Category

Early 20th Century American Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pine

Early and Rare Chinese Duplex Silver Key-Wind Pocket Watch
Early and Rare Chinese Duplex Silver Key-Wind Pocket Watch

Early and Rare Chinese Duplex Silver Key-Wind Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This Early and Extremely Rare Chinese Duplex Key-wind Pocket Watch is working and it is ticking

Category

1880s British Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Georgian Key to My Heart Rare 18 Karat Acrostic Brooch
Georgian Key to My Heart Rare 18 Karat Acrostic Brooch

Georgian Key to My Heart Rare 18 Karat Acrostic Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

19th Century, this ' key to my heart' brooch prizes the majestic Georgian workmanship – tests 18 KT

Category

Early 1800s British Georgian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold

Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial
Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial

Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial

Located in London, GB

Rare Antique Pocket Key Watch French 1800s with Painted Enamel Dial in Working Order An

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Early 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900
Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900

Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

the time, Jugendstil. The offered antique caskets come with their rare original keys, normally lost

Category

Early 1900s German Jugendstil Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g
Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g

Located in Camelford, GB

Style: Victorian classic spinner fob set with 2 intaglio panels and a pocketwatch key. Very rare and

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Bakhshayesh Rug
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Bakhshayesh Rug

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Bakhshayesh Rug

Located in Chamblee, GA

wide border with multiple guards. Edge: Rare Greek key design. Condition: Excellent

Category

Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Cupboard, 17th Century
Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Cupboard, 17th Century

Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Cupboard, 17th Century

Unavailable

H 64.5 in W 36 in D 20 in

Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Cupboard, 17th Century

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

balusters. The whole standing on lions paw feet. Lovely iron strap work, lock and key. A very rare early

Category

17th Century Italian Baroque Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

Exceptional 17th Century Carved Spanish Baroque Frame, with Choice of Mirror
Exceptional 17th Century Carved Spanish Baroque Frame, with Choice of Mirror

Exceptional 17th Century Carved Spanish Baroque Frame, with Choice of Mirror

Located in London, GB

This exceptional 17th century hand carved Spanish Baroque frame is very rare and key example of its

Category

Mid-17th Century Spanish Baroque Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Gold Leaf

French Renaissance Oak Coffer, irca 1580
French Renaissance Oak Coffer, irca 1580

French Renaissance Oak Coffer, irca 1580

Unavailable

H 37.41 in W 53.15 in D 24.81 in

French Renaissance Oak Coffer, irca 1580

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence

with his key are particularly rare. Stylistic Study: Even Gothic forms our first boot features

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16th Century French Renaissance Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Oak

Antique circa 1800 Georgian Scumble Coffer or Mule Chest
Antique circa 1800 Georgian Scumble Coffer or Mule Chest

Antique circa 1800 Georgian Scumble Coffer or Mule Chest

Unavailable

H 22.05 in W 40.56 in D 20.87 in

Antique circa 1800 Georgian Scumble Coffer or Mule Chest

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

scumble finish. Would make a great coffee table, ottoman or log box. We have period keys. A very rare find

Category

Early 1800s Georgian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pine

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Walnut and Bronze Chest of Drawer LAST PRICE
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Walnut and Bronze Chest of Drawer LAST PRICE

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Walnut and Bronze Chest of Drawer LAST PRICE

Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha

. Walnut, bronze details, inlaid, three drawers, with four working keys. Very rare. Two beautiful Italian

Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Napoleon III Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

untitled (Lessons of the Tea Ceremony)

untitled (Lessons of the Tea Ceremony)

By Kitagawa Utamaro II

Located in Fairlawn, OH

") A rare key block impression printed in black with an additonal gray block for a two tone effect

Category

Early 19th Century Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Woodcut

Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant
Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant

Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous hidden key ball pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This stylish piece is made of

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Silver & Enamel Presentation Key 1910 Aberfeldy Water Supply Rare
Antique Silver & Enamel Presentation Key 1910 Aberfeldy Water Supply Rare

Antique Silver & Enamel Presentation Key 1910 Aberfeldy Water Supply Rare

Located in London, GB

A wonderful, unusual Antique Silver Presentation Key with Enamel Detailing presented in its

Category

Early 20th Century English Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Rare Victorian Mahogany Wellington Tallboy Chest of Drawers with Original Key
Rare Victorian Mahogany Wellington Tallboy Chest of Drawers with Original Key

Rare Victorian Mahogany Wellington Tallboy Chest of Drawers with Original Key

By Wellington

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

with period key A good looking and well-made piece in light mahogany, the handles are all original

Category

19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Mahogany

J. Birnbach Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
J. Birnbach Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bracelet

J. Birnbach Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

as it is rare. Key Details - Diamonds: approx. 11.00 carats - Emeralds: approx. 4.50 carats

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Pair of Rare Bronze Mounted Ebonized Greek Key Similar Demilune Console Tables
Pair of Rare Bronze Mounted Ebonized Greek Key Similar Demilune Console Tables

Pair of Rare Bronze Mounted Ebonized Greek Key Similar Demilune Console Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

**Rare companion Pair of French Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Bronze-Mounted Demilune Consoles

Category

1920s French Louis XVI Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Rare Set of Original Antique Victorian Lincoln Castle Prison Keys Amazing Find
Rare Set of Original Antique Victorian Lincoln Castle Prison Keys Amazing Find

Rare Set of Original Antique Victorian Lincoln Castle Prison Keys Amazing Find

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this very rare suite of

Category

19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk with Business Payment Slots and 5 Keys
Rare Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk with Business Payment Slots and 5 Keys

Rare Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk with Business Payment Slots and 5 Keys

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Carlton House desk-business payment slots with 5 keys for maximum security. So, if you are a landlord

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Satinwood

Architectural   Greek key design mirror
Architectural   Greek key design mirror

Architectural Greek key design mirror

Located in Delray Beach, FL

beautiful mirror made from 19th century old gate. Original Greek Key Design Rare find! Painted

Category

Early 20th Century American Rare Antique Keys

White Opalescent Double Greek Key Vase
White Opalescent Double Greek Key Vase

White Opalescent Double Greek Key Vase

By René Lalique

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very collectible and rare White opalescent double Greek key vase by the Nickel Plate Glass

Category

19th Century American Late Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Opaline Glass

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key
Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1870s, 18k, French. This rare oversized very fancy watch key makes an inspired pendant! Set

Category

1870s French Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant
Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant

Victorian Large Carnelian Gold Watch Key Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, 14k, attributed French. This rare oversized watch key makes an inspired pendant. Set

Category

1890s French Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant
Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1870-80s, 14k. This rare, oversized watch key makes an inspired pendant. Charmingly

Category

1870s Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"

Located in South Burlington, VT

known as "Keeper of Keys". A rare american whimsical hand cast iron sculpture remarkably still

Category

Early 20th Century American Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th century "Bauche" French Safe
Rare 19th century "Bauche" French Safe

Rare 19th century "Bauche" French Safe

Sold

H 57 in W 29 in D 19 in

Rare 19th century "Bauche" French Safe

By Bauche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare French Safe. Keys and working combination.

Category

19th Century French Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Steel

Rare 17th Century Italian Trunk with Marquetry Insets
Rare 17th Century Italian Trunk with Marquetry Insets

Rare 17th Century Italian Trunk with Marquetry Insets

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H 27.25 in W 73.125 in D 27.125 in

Rare 17th Century Italian Trunk with Marquetry Insets

Located in Dallas, TX

This extremely rare rectangular Italian coffer or trunk from the 1600’s has numerous architectural

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18th Century and Earlier Italian Rare Antique Keys

Rare Museum Quality 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Skelton in Coffin
Rare Museum Quality 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Skelton in Coffin

Rare Museum Quality 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Skelton in Coffin

Located in London, GB

its rare). Without loss and the casket still has its key as shown. The skeleton does have a deep

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1850s Italian Early Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bone

Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910
Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910

Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910

By Globe Wernicke

Located in San Francisco, CA

century modular 4 stack quarter sawn Oak lawyer's bookcase with rare bottom drawer, brass key hole, brass

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Early 20th Century Industrial Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910
Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910

Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Rare Bottom Drawer c.1910

By Globe Wernicke

Located in San Francisco, CA

century modular 4 stack quarter sawn Oak lawyer's bookcase with rare bottom drawer, brass key hole, brass

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Early 20th Century Industrial Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest
19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

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H 31.38 in W 58.13 in D 26.25 in

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

Located in Mckinney, TX

candle box (very rare to find!). Original skeleton key and lock are present, along with brass

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Mid-19th Century English Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Porcelain, Pine

PERIOD SWEDISH LATE GUSTAVIAN COMMODE
PERIOD SWEDISH LATE GUSTAVIAN COMMODE

PERIOD SWEDISH LATE GUSTAVIAN COMMODE

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H 32 in W 43 in D 22 in

PERIOD SWEDISH LATE GUSTAVIAN COMMODE

Located in Essex, MA

Charming Birch Neoclassical Chest of Drawers with Rare Greek Key Motif

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18th Century and Earlier Swedish Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Birch

Italian Rococo Commode With Jasper Top
Italian Rococo Commode With Jasper Top

Italian Rococo Commode With Jasper Top

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H 36 in W 56 in D 23 in

Italian Rococo Commode With Jasper Top

Located in Stamford, CT

cabriole legs with hoof feet. Original bronze hardware and escutcheons. The top of rare jasper veneer. Two

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18th Century and Earlier Italian Rococo Rare Antique Keys

Scandinavian Painted Roll Top Buffet
Scandinavian Painted Roll Top Buffet

Scandinavian Painted Roll Top Buffet

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H 85.44 in W 48.04 in D 21.26 in

Scandinavian Painted Roll Top Buffet

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

roll top is a pull out section with sliding panels for storage. It has sprung locks with keys. A rare

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19th Century Scandinavian Country Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

A French 15th century gothic iron casket
A French 15th century gothic iron casket

A French 15th century gothic iron casket

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H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 5.51 in

A French 15th century gothic iron casket

Located in PARIS, FR

key A rare parallelepipedal box with a domed lid, it is decorated on all sides with frets with

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15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Hobnail Iron Antique Safe or Jewelry Boxes
19th Century Italian Hobnail Iron Antique Safe or Jewelry Boxes

19th Century Italian Hobnail Iron Antique Safe or Jewelry Boxes

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

forged wrought iron. Equipped with two keys and a rare secret mechanism for opening. Internally there are

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1820s Italian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Charles X French Burr Elm Wood Buffett
Early 19th Century Charles X French Burr Elm Wood Buffett

Early 19th Century Charles X French Burr Elm Wood Buffett

Located in New York, NY

original lock and key—an increasingly rare detail that adds to its authenticity and charm. The warmth and

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1820s French Charles X Rare Antique Keys

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Iron

Antique Original Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard dated 1792
Antique Original Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard dated 1792

Antique Original Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard dated 1792

Located in Round Top, TX

have been hired to complete the work. The color is very special, unusually soft shades and a rare find

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18th Century and Earlier Swedish Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

Biedermeier Vitrine Nutwood, Austria, circa 1840
Biedermeier Vitrine Nutwood, Austria, circa 1840

Biedermeier Vitrine Nutwood, Austria, circa 1840

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

brass key lock. A rare and admirable piece of Biedermeier history!

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Blown Glass, Mirror, Nutwood

Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk JAS Schoolbred
Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk JAS Schoolbred

Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk JAS Schoolbred

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

character. Patinated tooled leather top. Solid with no loose joints... a very rare find. We have a key that

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1880s Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish wall cabinet
Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish wall cabinet

Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish wall cabinet

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H 24.25 in W 16.75 in D 8.5 in

Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish wall cabinet

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

of it's lifetime to be know is rare. Later lock and key. Expected surface marks and wear to

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

French 18th Century Hand-Carved Walnut Louis XIV Chest of Drawers Commode
French 18th Century Hand-Carved Walnut Louis XIV Chest of Drawers Commode

French 18th Century Hand-Carved Walnut Louis XIV Chest of Drawers Commode

Located in Fayetteville, AR

pulls and key entries. A rare Louis XIV period piece inspired by the taste of Versailles, the

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1760s French Louis XIV Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk Edwards & Roberts
Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk Edwards & Roberts

Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk Edwards & Roberts

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

legs. Solid with no loose joints... a very rare find. We have a key that fits the top 3 main drawers

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1890s Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Classic Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers in Grey
Classic Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers in Grey

Classic Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers in Grey

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H 32.09 in W 35.44 in D 17.72 in

Classic Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers in Grey

Located in Atlanta, GA

original brass handles and retains its working lock, with one key included—a rare and desirable detail for

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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Hynek Gottwald Tubular Steel Sofa, 1930s Czech Modernist Design
Bauhaus Hynek Gottwald Tubular Steel Sofa, 1930s Czech Modernist Design

Bauhaus Hynek Gottwald Tubular Steel Sofa, 1930s Czech Modernist Design

By Hynek Gottwald

Located in Antwerpen, BE

This Piece? Rare original from a key figure in Czech Bauhaus design Architectural elegance with a

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Early 19th Century Empire Secretaire, Walnut, France, circa 1820
Early 19th Century Empire Secretaire, Walnut, France, circa 1820

Early 19th Century Empire Secretaire, Walnut, France, circa 1820

Located in Greven, DE

shaft and hollow round core at the bottom, are extremely rare. Both keys are original. The two doors at

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1820s French Empire Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Small German Biedermeier Commode light Red Brown Cherrywood, 1820
19th Century Small German Biedermeier Commode light Red Brown Cherrywood, 1820

19th Century Small German Biedermeier Commode light Red Brown Cherrywood, 1820

Located in Berlin, DE

and key, a rare and valuable feature that enhances its authenticity and historical charm. Ideal for

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1820s German Biedermeier Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Small Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Twin Pedestal Desk Writing Table
Small Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Twin Pedestal Desk Writing Table

Small Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Twin Pedestal Desk Writing Table

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

. Solid with no loose joints... a very rare find. We have a key that fits all of the locks. No woodworm

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1880s Victorian Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Rosewood

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Mirror Swedish Beige Gray Empire Neoclassical Signed, 19th Century, Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Mirror Swedish Empire Neoclassical signed, 19th century, Sweden. A mirror made during the Empire period, first half of 19th century. Signed with maker's name paper stamp on back, cir...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes
Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes

Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes

By Industrial Production

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Wittenberg wall-mounted German flame proof strip light. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels then stripped and refinished in the UK. The original wirin...

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Late 20th Century German Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Solid Oak Dovetail Record Crate
Solid Oak Dovetail Record Crate

Solid Oak Dovetail Record Crate

$285 / item

H 11 in W 14.25 in D 16.25 in

Solid Oak Dovetail Record Crate

By Blake Tovin, Matt Richmond

Located in Nyack, NY

As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favourite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate is the perfect...

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2010s American Modern Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

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Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...

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1980s French Rare Antique Keys

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Early 2000s French Rare Antique Keys

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The Ferry at Sakasai - One Hundred Famous Views of EDO 名所江戸百景

By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)

Located in BRUCE, ACT

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1850s Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Woodcut

POSTER SIZE MEXICAN LINOCUT - DESPERTAR (Awakening)
POSTER SIZE MEXICAN LINOCUT - DESPERTAR (Awakening)

POSTER SIZE MEXICAN LINOCUT - DESPERTAR (Awakening)

By Adolfo Mexiac

Located in Santa Monica, CA

ADOLFO MEXIAC (Mexican b.1927 - ) DESPERTAR, (Awakening) 1960 Linoleum cut signed, titled and dated. image 19 1/4 x 27 1/2. Sheet 24 x 31 1/2 Generally very good condition save f...

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1960s Modern Rare Antique Keys

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Linocut

Art Deco Chandelier
Art Deco Chandelier

Art Deco Chandelier

$7,162 / item

H 27.56 in Dm 23.63 in

Art Deco Chandelier

By Sofar

Located in Rebais, FR

Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish and curved glass rod.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Chandelier
Art Deco Chandelier

Art Deco Chandelier

$7,380 / item

H 27.56 in Dm 31.5 in

Art Deco Chandelier

By Sofar

Located in Rebais, FR

Bronze Art Deco chandelier with nickel finish.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of Fortuny Cushions in the Richelieu Pattern
A Pair of Fortuny Cushions in the Richelieu Pattern

A Pair of Fortuny Cushions in the Richelieu Pattern

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Fortuny cushions in the Richelieu pattern, bias striped silk edging and silk blend backing, the double lion motif pattern inspired by the 17th century style of the French c...

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2010s American Louis XIV Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk

Drop-leafe Table Baroque Sweden
Drop-leafe Table Baroque Sweden

Drop-leafe Table Baroque Sweden

$6,700

H 33 in W 58 in D 32.5 in

Drop-leafe Table Baroque Sweden

Located in New York, NY

A drop-leaf table made during the Baroque period 1650-1750. Made from fir. Later painted in Laserow Black with a decor of flowers in gold.

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17th Century Swedish Baroque Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles

Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles

By Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...

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Early 2000s Italian Rare Antique Keys

Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap

Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Rare Antique Keys

Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and pants ensemble, ss 1999
Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and pants ensemble, ss 1999

Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and pants ensemble, ss 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and flared pants ensemble. Spring-Summer 1999

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1990s Italian Rare Antique Keys

Exquisite Polychrome Spanish santo wood sculpture of St. Dominic
Exquisite Polychrome Spanish santo wood sculpture of St. Dominic

Exquisite Polychrome Spanish santo wood sculpture of St. Dominic

Located in Leesburg, VA

Exquisite Polychrome Spanish santo wood sculpture of St. Dominic Anonymous ca. 1700; Spain or the Spanish Americas Polychrome wood Approximate size: 25 (h) x 10.5 (w) x 11 (d) in....

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Early 1700s Spanish Baroque Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood, Paint

Danish 18th Century Giltwood Rococo Mirror
Danish 18th Century Giltwood Rococo Mirror

Danish 18th Century Giltwood Rococo Mirror

$9,662

H 51.97 in W 21.66 in D 2.37 in

Danish 18th Century Giltwood Rococo Mirror

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

The rectangular plate within a moulded frame carved with flower heads, surmounted by an elaborate pierced C-scroll cresting.

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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Rare Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

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Find a variety of rare antique keys available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and iron, all rare antique keys available were constructed with great care. Rare antique keys have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare antique keys are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Folk Art and Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. St. Louis Cash Register Co. and Wellington each produced beautiful rare antique keys that are worth considering.

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