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Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984
Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984

Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984

$350Sale Price|30% Off

W 9.75 in D 1.5 in L 12.75 in

Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984

By Rizzoli

Located in University City, MO

The rare hardcover large scale coffee table Rizzoli book is an extraordinary archive of 20th

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1980s Italian Fashion

Paul McCartney "Paintings" - Rare Hardcover Art Book with Original Cover Art
Paul McCartney "Paintings" - Rare Hardcover Art Book with Original Cover Art

Paul McCartney "Paintings" - Rare Hardcover Art Book with Original Cover Art

By Paul McCarthy

Located in San Diego, CA

Paul McCartney "Paintings" - Rare Hardcover Art Book with Original Cover Art, circa 2006. An

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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Yayoi Kusama Sogetsu Art Museum 1992 (Rare Kusama exhibition catalogue)
Yayoi Kusama Sogetsu Art Museum 1992 (Rare Kusama exhibition catalogue)

Yayoi Kusama Sogetsu Art Museum 1992 (Rare Kusama exhibition catalogue)

By Yayoi Kusama

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Yayoi Kusama Sogetsu Art Museum Tokyo / Committee of the Exhibition of Yayoi Kusama, 1992: A rare

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1990s Japanese Bohemian Books

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Paper

Rare Reference Book Japanese Chinese Art - Collections Jean Dollfus, 1912
Rare Reference Book Japanese Chinese Art - Collections Jean Dollfus, 1912

Rare Reference Book Japanese Chinese Art - Collections Jean Dollfus, 1912

$201Sale Price|40% Off

H 0.04 in W 0.04 in D 0.04 in

Rare Reference Book Japanese Chinese Art - Collections Jean Dollfus, 1912

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very rare 1912 catalogue. For advanced collectors Collections Jean Dollfus : objets d’art de

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20th Century Books

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Paper

Rare Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
Rare Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art

Rare Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Title: Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art: The Properties of The Lord Belper, … : on Monday, May 3

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20th Century Books

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Paper

Salvador Dali Rare Hand Signed Midcentury Book A Study Of His Art In Jewels 1959
Salvador Dali Rare Hand Signed Midcentury Book A Study Of His Art In Jewels 1959

Salvador Dali Rare Hand Signed Midcentury Book A Study Of His Art In Jewels 1959

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in Studio City, CA

A quite scarce and coveted hardcover book in slipcase - "Dali: A Study of His Art-In-Jewels (The

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

RARE !!! Original german airship travel poster - 1930s
RARE !!! Original german airship travel poster - 1930s

RARE !!! Original german airship travel poster - 1930s

$1,890

H 38.59 in W 25.6 in D 0.79 in

RARE !!! Original german airship travel poster - 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1920s, Germany - original, no reprint - shows travelling possibilities around the world - marked - includes paper airship - for the condition see the photos jr

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Books

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Paper

Histoire de Leon Bakst Rare French 1924 Edition #94 of 345 Ballet Russes designs
Histoire de Leon Bakst Rare French 1924 Edition #94 of 345 Ballet Russes designs

Histoire de Leon Bakst Rare French 1924 Edition #94 of 345 Ballet Russes designs

By Leon Bakst

Located in Glenford, NY

Histoire de Leon Bakst
 Copyright by Edition “L’Art Russe” Alexandre Kogan 
ECrite par Andre

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Books

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Paper

Rare 1970s Adult Peep Show, Books & Magazines, Large Plastic Embossed Sign XXX
Rare 1970s Adult Peep Show, Books & Magazines, Large Plastic Embossed Sign XXX

Rare 1970s Adult Peep Show, Books & Magazines, Large Plastic Embossed Sign XXX

By Terry Richardson

Located in St. Louis, MO

Large 1970s sign with embossed letters, Adult Peep Show - Books & Magazines. Sold without its

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Vintage 1970s American Signs

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Plastic

Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Bookcase Tv Media Cabinet Faux Books
Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Bookcase Tv Media Cabinet Faux Books

Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Bookcase Tv Media Cabinet Faux Books

By Harrods, Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this very rare hand made in by Kennedy Furniture and retailed through

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20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets

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Hardwood

1930 Annuaire des Beaux-Arts et Bibliophilie by Adolphe Lion - 2Y281
1930 Annuaire des Beaux-Arts et Bibliophilie by Adolphe Lion - 2Y281

1930 Annuaire des Beaux-Arts et Bibliophilie by Adolphe Lion - 2Y281

$124Sale Price|65% Off

H 8.27 in W 5.52 in D 1.19 in

1930 Annuaire des Beaux-Arts et Bibliophilie by Adolphe Lion - 2Y281

Located in Bordeaux, FR

insights into the art world and rare books of the time. Despite its age, this hardbound book remains in

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Vintage 1930s Unknown Antiquities

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Paper

Wilby Church, Northhamptonshire, England
Wilby Church, Northhamptonshire, England

Wilby Church, Northhamptonshire, England

By John Taylor Arms

Located in Middletown, NY

, lower margin. The nature of the rare and special paper this impression is printed on leads us to believe

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Landscape Prints

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Laid Paper, Etching

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Rare "Shocking! The Art and Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli" Book, 2003

Rare "Shocking! The Art and Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli" Book, 2003

By Dilys Blum

Located in Washington, DC

Ultra rare copy of "Shocking! The Art and Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli", by Dilys Blum. This is

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20th Century American Books

Rare Paul Morand Book, "New York, " 1930

Rare Paul Morand Book, "New York, " 1930

By Paul Morand

Located in Washington, DC

Rare Paul Morand book, "New York," 1930.

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Books

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Tuscan Scrittoio Writing Desk
17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Tuscan Scrittoio Writing Desk

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Tuscan Scrittoio Writing Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

papers and collections of scientific instruments, rare books, art and obscure flora and fauna. These

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Antique 17th Century Renaissance Cabinets

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Bronze

Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Matta, Duchamp 1944
Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Matta, Duchamp 1944

Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Matta, Duchamp 1944

By Marcel Duchamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

original printed wrappers. While we do not specialize in rare books, we know that it is in very good

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Vintage 1940s American Books

Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Duchamp, Matta 1943
Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Duchamp, Matta 1943

Very Rare Surrealist Art Book -Lithographs - Duchamp, Matta 1943

Located in Atlanta, GA

illustrated. It retains it's original printed wrappers. While we do not specialize in rare books, we know that

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Vintage 1940s American Books

"Two Gentlemen with Books, " Rare and Fine Drawing by Prieto
"Two Gentlemen with Books, " Rare and Fine Drawing by Prieto

"Two Gentlemen with Books, " Rare and Fine Drawing by Prieto

By Gregorio Prieto

Located in Philadelphia, PA

sensually and beautifully, and was commissioned to provide illustrations and frontispieces for books such as

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Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Drawings

Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Sideboard TV Media Cabinet Faux Books
Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Sideboard TV Media Cabinet Faux Books

Very Rare Harrods London Kennedy Hardwood Sideboard TV Media Cabinet Faux Books

By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this very rare handmade by Kennedy Furniture and retailed through Harrods

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20th Century English Art Deco Sideboards

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Hardwood

Rare Antique Books Set of 10 The World's 50 Best Short Novels from 1929
Rare Antique Books Set of 10 The World's 50 Best Short Novels from 1929

Rare Antique Books Set of 10 The World's 50 Best Short Novels from 1929

Located in San Diego, CA

measure 6 in. x 4 in. x 8 in. Unique and rare complete collection of 10 editions from 1929. The books are

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Books

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Linen, Paper

Rare Keith Haring Cover Art Nous Tin Tin Book Special Edition
Rare Keith Haring Cover Art Nous Tin Tin Book Special Edition

Rare Keith Haring Cover Art Nous Tin Tin Book Special Edition

By Keith Haring

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Keith Haring cover and book "Nous, Tintin or Tintin in Haringland". This unique Keith Haring

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Late 20th Century American Modern Books

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Plastic, Paper

“Machine – the Museum of Modern Art New York” 1968 Book 'Rare Vintage'
“Machine – the Museum of Modern Art New York” 1968 Book 'Rare Vintage'

“Machine – the Museum of Modern Art New York” 1968 Book 'Rare Vintage'

By MOMA Museum New York

Located in San Diego, CA

, texts is in English. This is a must collectible for any Mid-Century or art lover. This rare, vintage

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Books

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Aluminum

Rare Design Book, 1925 Decorative Arts Expo, Paris
Rare Design Book, 1925 Decorative Arts Expo, Paris

Rare Design Book, 1925 Decorative Arts Expo, Paris

Located in Doylestown, PA

An original hardcover guide book/Preview for the 1925 Decorative Arts Exposition in Paris, showcasing the works of iconic French designers, furniture makers and architects of the per...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Books

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Paper

Cocktail Recipes Book by Jean Lupoiu Rare 1948 Edition
Cocktail Recipes Book by Jean Lupoiu Rare 1948 Edition

Cocktail Recipes Book by Jean Lupoiu Rare 1948 Edition

By Jean Lupoiu

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare Jean Lupoiu cocktail book, early edition from 1948. 135 pages of cocktail recipes, some

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Books

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Paper

Bundle Aubrey Beardsley three Rare books
Bundle Aubrey Beardsley three Rare books

Bundle Aubrey Beardsley three Rare books

By Aubrey Vincent Beardsley

Located in Roma, IT

Sous la Colline is an original Rare Book illustrated by Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (Brighton, 1872

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Early 1900s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

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Lithograph, Engraving

Set of Four Vintage Art Work Match Books from Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Rare
Set of Four Vintage Art Work Match Books from Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Rare

Set of Four Vintage Art Work Match Books from Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Rare

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare complete set of four vintage art-work matchbooks from Boston Museum of Fine Arts, circa

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Paper

Rare & Practical Art Deco Burl Walnut Wood End or Side Table / Book Trough 1920
Rare & Practical Art Deco Burl Walnut Wood End or Side Table / Book Trough 1920

Rare & Practical Art Deco Burl Walnut Wood End or Side Table / Book Trough 1920

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare and practical Art Deco books table, made of very beautiful burl walnut veneer. This stylish

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Side Tables

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Walnut, Pine, Burl

Rare Art Deco Savoy Cocktail Book
Rare Art Deco Savoy Cocktail Book

Rare Art Deco Savoy Cocktail Book

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Rare Art Deco Savoy Cocktail Book

Located in London, GB

A rare early edition of the highly sought after Savoy Cocktail book. Stunning Art Deco

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Mid-20th Century English Books

Rare Sales Catalogue with Art Nouveau Textile Swatches of Chris Lebeau Designs
Rare Sales Catalogue with Art Nouveau Textile Swatches of Chris Lebeau Designs

Rare Sales Catalogue with Art Nouveau Textile Swatches of Chris Lebeau Designs

By Chris Lebeau

Located in Amstelveen, NL

Very rare sales catalogue with list of designs for tablecloths and napkins by Chris Lebeau for

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Books

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Paper

Rare Simulated "Histoire de l'Art" Books Low Table, 1980 France
Rare Simulated "Histoire de l'Art" Books Low Table, 1980 France

Rare Simulated "Histoire de l'Art" Books Low Table, 1980 France

Located in Madrid, ES

Rare simulated "Histoire de l´art" books low table. With a front drawer, 1980, France.

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Vintage 1980s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Rare 1955 Picasso Art Book 1st Edition English by Wilhelm Boeck & Jamie Sabartes
Rare 1955 Picasso Art Book 1st Edition English by Wilhelm Boeck & Jamie Sabartes

Rare 1955 Picasso Art Book 1st Edition English by Wilhelm Boeck & Jamie Sabartes

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Media, PA

An incredible volume for any lover of modernist art. "Picasso" by Wilhelm Boeck & Jamie Sabartes

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

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By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

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By Giorgio Armani

Located in Miami, FL

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

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Jean Louis Scherrer haute couture black polka dots sheer evening gown, f/w 2005

Jean Louis Scherrer haute couture black polka dots sheer evening gown, f/w 2005

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in London, GB

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Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring)

Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring)

By Keith Haring

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Keith Haring Fun Gallery 1983: Original 1983 Keith Haring illustrated exhibition poster published on the occasion of Haring's historic 1983 show at the Fun Gallery in the East Villag...

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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Lithograph, Offset

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace

Located in University City, MO

Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...

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1990s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown

90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel. Size: 40italy, fit size 6 US Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner. Measurement flat: Bust : 36”/ empire wa...

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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage halter top in silver metal mesh chainmail featuring red resin bead chevron detail on the breast. Top attaches in the back with bondage style metal mesh straps. ...

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20th Century French Halter Tops

Selection of Coffee Table Books - Furniture Design Interior Design Fashion Art
Selection of Coffee Table Books - Furniture Design Interior Design Fashion Art

Selection of Coffee Table Books - Furniture Design Interior Design Fashion Art

By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jean Dunand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Coffee Table Books, priced at $150 each. If one of the books is sold, it will have SOLD next to the title below. These books are all from the estate of . was the Preside...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Complete Boxed 16 Animali Puzzle Set by Enzo Mari for Danesse Milano
Complete Boxed 16 Animali Puzzle Set by Enzo Mari for Danesse Milano

Complete Boxed 16 Animali Puzzle Set by Enzo Mari for Danesse Milano

By Enzo Mari, Danese Milano

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine puzzle set published by Danese Milano By Enzo Mari. Entitled '16 Animali' (16 Animals). Model no. 3015 D. Consisting of 16 form-cut stylized animals made from expandable r...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

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Resin

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown

NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Baar, CH

New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Cartier Draperie de Décolleté Multi-Strand Gold Necklace
Cartier Draperie de Décolleté Multi-Strand Gold Necklace

Cartier Draperie de Décolleté Multi-Strand Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This Cartier multi-strand gold necklace is as versatile as it is stunning. With nearly 20 strands delicately cascading over your décolletage, it's the epitome of elegance. Plus, it f...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965
Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965

By Madame Gres

Located in London, GB

Haute Couture black silk faille evening dress by Madame Grès, circa 1965. The design features a square neckline with narrow shoulder straps and a high-waisted, sculpted bodice compos...

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Multicolor Floral Print Top and Skirt Set, 1980s
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Multicolor Floral Print Top and Skirt Set, 1980s

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Multicolor Floral Print Top and Skirt Set, 1980s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

There is usually an ode to art in Yves Saint Laurent’s fashion. Whether through style lines, prints, or colors, Saint Laurent consistently has been shown to design with respect for t...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag

Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Christian Dior Boutique Fourrure Fur Coat
Christian Dior Boutique Fourrure Fur Coat

Christian Dior Boutique Fourrure Fur Coat

By Christian Dior

Located in Milano, IT

In a rich dark mahogony color, made of mink fur. CD logo printed fabric as the lining and as a panel on the sleeve. The sleeve hem is made of fox fur, can be folded to style over the...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

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Find a variety of rare art books available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique rare art books was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and aluminum. Rare art books have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Rare art books are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made rare art books over the years, but those made by Chris Lebeau, Dilys Blum and Gregorio Prieto are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for rare art books can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, rare art books begin at $395 and can go as high as $11,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,750.