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Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Located in New York, NY

When new mines were opened to the public in the 19th Century, souvenirs were often sold to commemorate these visits. These rare artifacts of these visits were sold as expensive souve...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace
Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace

Ancient Bronze Cross, 22 Karat Gold and Pink Rhodonite Beaded Pendant Necklace

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

Beaded necklace is 22.5 inches in length, and is finished with a 22k gold hook closure. Unique and rare artifact in rich yellow gold with a variety of beautiful pink gemstone beads.

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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, B...

Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin
Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin

Monumental Stoneware Vase Signed by Roger Guérin

By Roger Guerin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Signed by Guérin, who gained international acclaim after a medal win at the 1925 Paris Exposition des Arts Décoratifs, each piece from his studio is a rare artifact due to the limite...

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Vases

Materials

Stoneware

18K Yellow Gold Greek Coin Bolskan, Iberia Ring by Michael Bondanza
18K Yellow Gold Greek Coin Bolskan, Iberia Ring by Michael Bondanza

18K Yellow Gold Greek Coin Bolskan, Iberia Ring by Michael Bondanza

By Michael Bondanza

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

More than a striking accessory, it offers the benefit of wearing a rare artifact reimagined through contemporary craftsmanship.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mid Century French Metal Coffee Pourer with Polished Finish
Mid Century French Metal Coffee Pourer with Polished Finish

Mid Century French Metal Coffee Pourer with Polished Finish

Located in High Point, NC

Its clean lines, subtle patina, and mechanical detailing make it a striking accent for collectors of vintage industrial or culinary design. A rare artifact, it captures the intersect...

Category

20th Century French Barware

Materials

Metal

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces
17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

Located in Hamburg, DE

The patina is exceptionally smooth, reflecting centuries of devotion and handling. This rare artifact carries a profound sense of history and spirituality.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Medium - 32" x 40"
Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Medium - 32" x 40"

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Medium - 32" x 40"

Located in New York, NY

Editioned exclusively for Lemieux Et Cie, Algonquin is limited to ten prints of each size, all hand-signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. A rare artifac...

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Extra Large - 58" x 72.5"
Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Extra Large - 58" x 72.5"

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Extra Large - 58" x 72.5"

Located in New York, NY

Editioned exclusively for Lemieux Et Cie, Algonquin is limited to ten prints of each size, all hand-signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. A rare artifac...

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Small
Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Small

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Small

Located in New York, NY

Editioned exclusively for Lemieux Et Cie, Algonquin is limited to ten prints of each size, all hand-signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. A rare artifac...

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Large - 45" x 56"
Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Large - 45" x 56"

Algonquin Limited Edition Art Photograph Large - 45" x 56"

Located in New York, NY

Editioned exclusively for Lemieux Et Cie, Algonquin is limited to ten prints of each size, all hand-signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. A rare artifac...

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

CHANEL New Collectors CC Logo Yellow Denim Shorts 36 FR
CHANEL New Collectors CC Logo Yellow Denim Shorts 36 FR

CHANEL New Collectors CC Logo Yellow Denim Shorts 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel Collectible Yellow Denim Shorts — Spring 2006 Runway, Karl Lagerfeld — – A rare artifact from the dawn of the millennium, these Chanel shorts radiate the golden optimism o...

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2010s Short Suits

Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign
Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign

Stylized Aluminum Bull Head – Mid-20th Century Italian Butcher Shop Sign

Located in Hamburg, DE

Its distinctive aesthetic makes it a perfect decorative element for kitchens, dining areas, or any wall in need of a bold yet refined focal point. This rare artifact from Italy comb...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Dick Brewer Tow Board
Dick Brewer Tow Board

Dick Brewer Tow Board

By Dick Brewer

Located in Haleiwa, HI

Built for the raw power and velocity of Peahi (Jaws) on Maui, the board features triple 6 oz heavy-duty glassing and stout T-band stringers, delivering the strength and rigidity requ...

Category

1990s American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Dick Brewer Tow Surfboard
Dick Brewer Tow Surfboard

Dick Brewer Tow Surfboard

By Dick Brewer

Located in Haleiwa, HI

Designed for the raw speed and power of Peahi (Jaws) on Maui, the board features triple 6 oz heavy-duty glassing and stout T-band stringers, providing the strength and rigidity deman...

Category

1990s American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Mid-Century Soviet Culinary Book, "All from Flour, " 1985 - 1J204
Mid-Century Soviet Culinary Book, "All from Flour, " 1985 - 1J204

Mid-Century Soviet Culinary Book, "All from Flour, " 1985 - 1J204

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Though the spine is detached from the main body, a common sign of age for books from this era, the book remains a fascinating and rare artifact for collectors of Soviet memorabilia, ...

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Vintage 1980s Antiquities

Materials

Paper

J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech
J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech

J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

., Vienna 1987, p. 59, fig. 6), is a rare artifact of early 20th-century design innovation, embodying the era’s shift toward functional beauty.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Stools

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact
Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact

Iconic John Lennon Assassination Headline Poster - A Rare Historical Artifact

Located in Langweer, NL

This original poster is a striking piece of historical memorabilia, commemorating one of the most significant and tragic moments in music history—the assassination of John Lennon on ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Prints

Materials

Paper

CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Museum-Grade Black Tweed Jacket with Jewel Embellishment — — Ad Campaign of Fall 2011 “Lonely Day” Collection by Karl Lagerfeld – With a boutique valuation originally surpas...

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2010s Jackets

18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India

18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Measuring 61.5 cm high, 25.1 cm wide, and 13.4 cm deep, and weighing 6.63 kgs, this rare artifact embodies the rich cultural and spiritual legacy of temple craftsmanship.

Category

Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

2'6'' x 12' Antique Turkish Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Embark on a journey through time and tradition with this exquisite Antique Turkish fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted with meticulous...

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Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939
Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939

Male Écorché Sculptures by Brenda Putnam, c. 1939

Located in Chicago, IL

The contrast between the raw plaster and the refined bronze highlights the transformation from study to finished work, making them not only striking sculptural objects but also rare ...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

2'4'' x 11'7'' Antique Turkish Karapinar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Embark on a journey through time and tradition with this exquisite Antique Anatolian Karapinar fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted wit...

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Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century
3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

3' x 12'4'' Antique Turkish Sivrihisar Fragment Kilim Rug, 18th Century

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Embark on a journey through time and tradition with this exquisite Antique Anatolian Sivrihisar fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted wi...

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Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster
Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster

Original "Bombay" (American President Line) small format vintage travel poster

Located in Spokane, WA

The poster captures the romance and allure of 1950s-60s travel to India, featuring an elegant illustration of a woman in traditional Indian dress gazing out at ships in the harbor. ...

Category

1950s American Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century
3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century

3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Embark on a journey through time and tradition with this exquisite Antique Anatolian Karapinar fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back to the 18th century. Crafted wit...

Category

Antique 18th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage 19th Century Convent Reliquary Mirror
Vintage 19th Century Convent Reliquary Mirror

Vintage 19th Century Convent Reliquary Mirror

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite 19th-century brass reliquary mirror is a rare artifact of Victorian elegance and sacred history.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1930s Original Pencil Sketch of Man
Vintage 1930s Original Pencil Sketch of Man

Vintage 1930s Original Pencil Sketch of Man

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The artwork remains in excellent antique condition, with the paper displaying beautiful natural toning and original deckled edges that serve as an authentic patina, attesting to its ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Drawings

Materials

Wood, Paper, Glass

Street Material The Glove Offset Print, Contemporary, Vintage, 1977
Street Material The Glove Offset Print, Contemporary, Vintage, 1977

Street Material The Glove Offset Print, Contemporary, Vintage, 1977

By Irving Penn

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Printed in 1977, this poster stands as a rare artifact from a pivotal exhibition that expanded the boundaries of photographic subject matter and helped cement Penn’s reputation as on...

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1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Offset

Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality
Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality

Ancient Greek Silver Bracelet with Rams Heads 4th century BC Museum Quality

Located in New York, NY

Here is your opportunity to acquire the original ancient Greek jewel - the true inspiration for the beloved motif. This rare artifact boasts a solid silver construction adorned with ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Bangles

Materials

Silver

A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser
A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser

A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

The sheer size of this commode can't help but ooze grandeur while also creating a great sense of individuality, a rare artifact that truly is one of a kind. Measures: Height 117...

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Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

19th century Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book from Burma
19th century Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book from Burma

19th century Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Ideal for collectors and institutions, this rare artifact is perfect for those seeking an antique Burmese manuscript, gilded Kammavaca book, or a museum-quality example of Southeast ...

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Antique 19th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair Ancient Roman Snake Bracelets Silver 2nd century AD Wearable Museum Quality
Pair Ancient Roman Snake Bracelets Silver 2nd century AD Wearable Museum Quality

Pair Ancient Roman Snake Bracelets Silver 2nd century AD Wearable Museum Quality

Located in New York, NY

Here is your opportunity to acquire the original ancient Roman jewels - the true inspiration for the beloved motif, and in a wearable size with an inner circumference of 8.5 inches. ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Bangles

Materials

Silver

Gilt Rococo-Style Mirror, Mid-20th Century Museum Cast
Gilt Rococo-Style Mirror, Mid-20th Century Museum Cast

Gilt Rococo-Style Mirror, Mid-20th Century Museum Cast

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Today it stands as both an nt Rococo-style mirror and a rare artifact of display his

Category

Vintage 1950s Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Pool Score Board Artwork, Wood, Circa 1960, Original Condition
Vintage Pool Score Board Artwork, Wood, Circa 1960, Original Condition

Vintage Pool Score Board Artwork, Wood, Circa 1960, Original Condition

Located in Barcelona, ES

Whether you’re a collector of rare artifacts, a lover of mid-century aesthetics, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of aged craftsmanship, this Pool Score Board will add an...

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Meiji Period Steeling Silver Flower Hand Mirror
Vintage Meiji Period Steeling Silver Flower Hand Mirror

Vintage Meiji Period Steeling Silver Flower Hand Mirror

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite hand mirror is a rare artifact from Japan’s prestigious Meiji Period (1868–1912), showcasing the peerless craftsmanship of the renowned Samurai Shokai workshop in Yoko...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Table Mirrors

Materials

Silver

Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable
Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable

Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable

Located in South Burlington, VT

These original prints from an original book are scarce as we have only seen a handful of these rare artifact survivors. Each was folded and inserted accordion style so you may notice...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot
European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

Located in Malibu, CA

Antique rare & ancient artifact, a foot, wearing a sandal, the bottom of the foot has been carved with the sandals bottom as well.

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Antique Early 17th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable
Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable

Japanese Pair Antique Kyoto Garden Woodblock Prints 19thc, immediately Frameable

Located in South Burlington, VT

These original prints from an original book are scarce as we have only seen a handful of these rare artifact survivors. Each was folded and inserted accordion style so you may notice...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug with Floral & Checkerboard Pattern
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug with Floral & Checkerboard Pattern

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug with Floral & Checkerboard Pattern

Located in New York, NY

Hand-hooked using a variety of recycled textiles, this rug is not only a testament to sustainable ingenuity but also a rare artifact of American decorative history. Its slightly fade...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings
Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings

Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings

By Lilly Fitzgerald

Located in Dallas, TX

She also often incorporates vintage materials and rare artifacts resurrected from prior lives to create an extraordinary amalgam of past and present.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Jan Vaněk Easy Chair in Oak and Canvas, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Jan Vaněk Easy Chair in Oak and Canvas, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

Jan Vaněk Easy Chair in Oak and Canvas, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

By Jan Vanek

Located in Almelo, NL

Whether as a standalone accent or part of a curated interior, this Jan Vaněk easy chair is not only a piece of furniture but a rare artifact of design history. Dimensions: Height: 8...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Canvas, Oak

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Chinese Rug 'Size Adjusted'
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Chinese Rug 'Size Adjusted'

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Chinese Rug 'Size Adjusted'

Located in New York, NY

This piece is not only a beautiful floor covering but also a rare artifact of Chinese textile art from the transitional period between the Qing dynasty and the Republic era.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1971 original french poster - Solidarity with the Black Panther Party
1971 original french poster - Solidarity with the Black Panther Party

1971 original french poster - Solidarity with the Black Panther Party

Located in PARIS, FR

This powerful 1971 original poster is a rare artifact of international solidarity with the Black Panther Party, produced during a time of intense political resistance and global revo...

Category

1970s More Prints

Materials

Paper

Ancient Greek Alexander The Great and Zeus Coin Pendant Necklace 22 Karat Gold
Ancient Greek Alexander The Great and Zeus Coin Pendant Necklace 22 Karat Gold

Ancient Greek Alexander The Great and Zeus Coin Pendant Necklace 22 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

The images of Alexander the Great and Zeus are so magnificent together. The rare artifact boasts solid silver construction adorned with finely engraved lines, showcasing the extraor...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine
Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine

Located in New Orleans, LA

An incredible and extremely rare artifact of world history, this mutton bone model of a guillotine was created during the Napoleonic wars by a French prisoner of war.

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Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Bone

Cartier Love Series Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet 7"
Cartier Love Series Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet 7"

Cartier Love Series Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet 7"

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

This particular example reveals the distinctive craftsmanship and unique detailing that mark it as a rare artifact from Cartier’s early production years.

Category

20th Century Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design
Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design

Antique Ningxia Rug Balance&Cosmic Order Design

Located in Ferrara, IT

Owning this Antique Ningxia Medallion rug means not only possessing a rare artifact but also becoming a guardian of history.

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943
A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943

A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Dronten, NL

It is not merely a functional object but a piece of French design history—a rare artifact from the formative years of one of the 20th century’s most influential figures.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

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Old Asian Bronze General’s Helmet – Traditional Warrior Armor Artifact
Old Asian Bronze General’s Helmet – Traditional Warrior Armor Artifact

Old Asian Bronze General’s Helmet – Traditional Warrior Armor Artifact

Located in 景德镇市, CN

The helmet features fine bronze detailing and a naturally aged patina, reflecting both its authenticity and craftsmanship. A rare artifact symbolizing valor, leadership, and protect...

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20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Hand Held Cod Fishing Lines
19th Century Hand Held Cod Fishing Lines

19th Century Hand Held Cod Fishing Lines

Unavailable

H 12.5 in W 11 in D 3 in

19th Century Hand Held Cod Fishing Lines

Located in North Egremont, MA

Very rare artifacts from the once thriving cod fishing industry of North America, carved "reels" hold tarred hemp rope and original lead weights.

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Antique 19th Century American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Lead

Chinese Vintage Stone Carving Standing Buddha with One Missing Hand
Chinese Vintage Stone Carving Standing Buddha with One Missing Hand

Chinese Vintage Stone Carving Standing Buddha with One Missing Hand

Located in 景德镇市, CN

The natural patina and aged surface enhance its authenticity, making it a unique collectible for Buddhist art enthusiasts, antique lovers, and cultural collectors. A rare artifact th...

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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

Shipping: Secure worldwide shipping with professional packing to preserve this rare artifact’s condition during transit. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this exceptional piece of ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Ancient Holy Land Iron Age Terracotta Storage Jar with Lug Handles, c. 1200–1000
Ancient Holy Land Iron Age Terracotta Storage Jar with Lug Handles, c. 1200–1000

Ancient Holy Land Iron Age Terracotta Storage Jar with Lug Handles, c. 1200–1000

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

Size: 11 1/2 inches high x 15.1/2 inches width ( 13.1/4 inches with custom display stand) Provenance: Ex NYC collection; previously with Professor Benjamin Dersky, University of Mich...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Israeli Primitive Jars

Materials

Pottery

Weston, DC Microampere Meter, Early Electric Artifact, Mounted Sculpture ON SALE
Weston, DC Microampere Meter, Early Electric Artifact, Mounted Sculpture ON SALE

Weston, DC Microampere Meter, Early Electric Artifact, Mounted Sculpture ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal

Television Multi Test Panel, Early TV Artifact, Circa Mid-20th C. As Sculpture.
Television Multi Test Panel, Early TV Artifact, Circa Mid-20th C. As Sculpture.

Television Multi Test Panel, Early TV Artifact, Circa Mid-20th C. As Sculpture.

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture
Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture

By Eastman Kodak

Located in Dallas, TX

~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology - have a secure and appreciating place in history...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer
18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer

18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer

Unavailable

H 6.7 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer

Located in Berwickshire, GB

It is an unusual opportunity to acquire such a rare artifact at this price. Unlike porcelain or other items which are all too frequently copied, heavy and intricate bronze items like...

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Antique 1750s Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Cinema Camera, Circa 1960s Arriflex 16BL Complete. Rare. As Sculpture. ON SALE
Cinema Camera, Circa 1960s Arriflex 16BL Complete. Rare. As Sculpture. ON SALE

Cinema Camera, Circa 1960s Arriflex 16BL Complete. Rare. As Sculpture. ON SALE

By Arriflex Company

Located in Dallas, TX

We market these rare artifacts via our physical Dallas Gallery, and our online 1stdibs Gallery.

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Mid-20th Century German Archaistic Mounted Objects

Edison 35mm Projecting Kinetoscope, Hand Crank Patented 1897, Built Ca. 1910 OBO
Edison 35mm Projecting Kinetoscope, Hand Crank Patented 1897, Built Ca. 1910 OBO

Edison 35mm Projecting Kinetoscope, Hand Crank Patented 1897, Built Ca. 1910 OBO

By Thomas A. Edison

Located in Dallas, US

Due to the special ‘one of a kind’ nature of rare artifact antiques, we remind our clients that all antiques are subject to prior sale.

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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture
Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, circa 1923, as Sculpture

By Eastman Kodak

Located in Dallas, TX

Please Inquire. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related prod...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Hoyt Voltammeter, Mahogany All Original, as Sculpture, circa 1920
Rare Hoyt Voltammeter, Mahogany All Original, as Sculpture, circa 1920

Rare Hoyt Voltammeter, Mahogany All Original, as Sculpture, circa 1920

Located in Dallas, TX

Rotating meter body with pointer and fixed amp and volt scales. A rare and desirable treasure. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Pict...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments

Materials

Chrome

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, Circa 1923. As Sculpture.
Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, Circa 1923. As Sculpture.

Eastman Cine Kodak Hand Cranked 1st 16mm Camera Model, Circa 1923. As Sculpture.

By Eastman Kodak

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

German Metal Cinematographers Camera Case circa Mid-20th Century. Rare Finish.
German Metal Cinematographers Camera Case circa Mid-20th Century. Rare Finish.

German Metal Cinematographers Camera Case circa Mid-20th Century. Rare Finish.

By Arriflex Company

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

First Macintosh Portable Computer, As New, Vintage Iconic RARE Steve Jobs Design
First Macintosh Portable Computer, As New, Vintage Iconic RARE Steve Jobs Design

First Macintosh Portable Computer, As New, Vintage Iconic RARE Steve Jobs Design

By Apple Computer, Inc.

Located in Dallas, TX

Not sold or offered as a working computer but for display only. A true, EXTREMELY RARE, vintage Early Computer artifact. Impossible to find another in this 'AS NEW' condition.

Category

Late 20th Century American Futurist Scientific Instruments

Vacuum Tube Wall Sculpture circa 1950. Rare, Bill Reiter Artist. ON SALE
Vacuum Tube Wall Sculpture circa 1950. Rare, Bill Reiter Artist. ON SALE

Vacuum Tube Wall Sculpture circa 1950. Rare, Bill Reiter Artist. ON SALE

By Varian

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Archaistic Mounted Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Wire

Mid-Century Motion Picture Graphic / Animation Stand As Sculpture. Rare. ON SALE
Mid-Century Motion Picture Graphic / Animation Stand As Sculpture. Rare. ON SALE

Mid-Century Motion Picture Graphic / Animation Stand As Sculpture. Rare. ON SALE

By Bolex

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Archaistic Scientific Instruments

Rare Mitchell 35mm Antique Feature Cinema Camera Package As Sculpture. ON SALE
Rare Mitchell 35mm Antique Feature Cinema Camera Package As Sculpture. ON SALE

Rare Mitchell 35mm Antique Feature Cinema Camera Package As Sculpture. ON SALE

By Mitchell Camera Corporation

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Hollywood Moviola Editor Rare Huge Sculpture, Mid-Century Ex Disney Use. ON SALE
Hollywood Moviola Editor Rare Huge Sculpture, Mid-Century Ex Disney Use. ON SALE

Hollywood Moviola Editor Rare Huge Sculpture, Mid-Century Ex Disney Use. ON SALE

By Moviola 1

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Very Rare 1920 Mitchell 35MM Cinema Movie Camera Magazine, As Sculpture ON SALE
Very Rare 1920 Mitchell 35MM Cinema Movie Camera Magazine, As Sculpture ON SALE

Very Rare 1920 Mitchell 35MM Cinema Movie Camera Magazine, As Sculpture ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

Due to the special nature of rare and artifact antiques, we can make no claim for the suitability of any Cinema Antique or item, for your intended purposes and use and we remind our ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Mounted Objects

TV Vacuum Tube Sculpture, Circa Mid-Century, on Wood Base, Rare Tubes. ON SALE
TV Vacuum Tube Sculpture, Circa Mid-Century, on Wood Base, Rare Tubes. ON SALE

TV Vacuum Tube Sculpture, Circa Mid-Century, on Wood Base, Rare Tubes. ON SALE

By Bill Reiter

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Archaistic Mounted Objects

Materials

Wire

Arriflex Circa 1950 Model M Movie Camera W Rare 1200' Film Magazine As Sculpture
Arriflex Circa 1950 Model M Movie Camera W Rare 1200' Film Magazine As Sculpture

Arriflex Circa 1950 Model M Movie Camera W Rare 1200' Film Magazine As Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Aluminum

Movie Camera "Movette" Rare Kit w/ Case and Orig Tripod, Circa 1918. ON SALE
Movie Camera "Movette" Rare Kit w/ Case and Orig Tripod, Circa 1918. ON SALE

Movie Camera "Movette" Rare Kit w/ Case and Orig Tripod, Circa 1918. ON SALE

By Movette Camera Company

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau More Furniture and Collectibles

Auricon Cinema Newsreel Camera, Complete and Working. As Sculpture, Circa 1955.
Auricon Cinema Newsreel Camera, Complete and Working. As Sculpture, Circa 1955.

Auricon Cinema Newsreel Camera, Complete and Working. As Sculpture, Circa 1955.

Located in Dallas, TX

This Mid Century antique offers both a historical and rare artifact presence as a 'Made In USA' Motion Picture Camera.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Metal

Lion and Unicorn coat of arms armorial in iron
Lion and Unicorn coat of arms armorial in iron

Lion and Unicorn coat of arms armorial in iron

Unavailable

H 24 in W 23 in D 4 in

Lion and Unicorn coat of arms armorial in iron

Located in Summerland, CA

Traces of the original polychrome paint and gilding remain visible, lending a sense of faded regality and authenticity to this antique artifact. A rare and evocative decorative remna...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal

Old Chinese Wood Carving Dragon Beast Burner
Old Chinese Wood Carving Dragon Beast Burner

Old Chinese Wood Carving Dragon Beast Burner

Unavailable

H 5.52 in Dm 3.94 in

Old Chinese Wood Carving Dragon Beast Burner

Located in 景德镇市, CN

Perfect for collectors of oriental antiques, practitioners of feng shui, or lovers of mythological symbolism, this rare wooden artifact brings timeless beauty and spiritual resonance.

Category

20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Black and Gold Lacquer Export Brisé fan Original box Qing China
19th Century Black and Gold Lacquer Export Brisé fan Original box Qing China

19th Century Black and Gold Lacquer Export Brisé fan Original box Qing China

Located in Antwerpen, BE

This fan, with its dual-sided design and intricate details, reflects the cultural and artistic significance of the period, making it a rare and precious artifact. For this Object, ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Authentic Signed Royal Armor - Backplate of the Cuirassiers under Charles X
Authentic Signed Royal Armor - Backplate of the Cuirassiers under Charles X

Authentic Signed Royal Armor - Backplate of the Cuirassiers under Charles X

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

A historical treasure: The authentic signature "Manufacture royale de Klingenthal" certifies the origin and authenticity of this armor, a rare and invaluable artifact that has endure...

Category

Antique 1820s French Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

SCI Laveno Art Nouveau Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Plate to Hang on the Wall
SCI Laveno Art Nouveau Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Plate to Hang on the Wall

SCI Laveno Art Nouveau Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Plate to Hang on the Wall

By S.C.I. Laveno

Located in Firenze, Toscana

This type of artistic artifacts are rare due to the complexity of the decoration similar to a painting and executed in limited edition.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Mahogany Naval Campaign Chair
18th Century Mahogany Naval Campaign Chair

18th Century Mahogany Naval Campaign Chair

Unavailable

H 33.5 in W 19 in D 16 in

18th Century Mahogany Naval Campaign Chair

Located in New York, NY

This simple design, whereby the chair could be folded flat in an emergency and stored allowed for the preservation of the officer's property. A rare, interesting and useful artif...

Category

Antique 1770s English Campaign Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Abadeh with Avian Motifs Masterpiece
Vintage Abadeh with Avian Motifs Masterpiece

Vintage Abadeh with Avian Motifs Masterpiece

Located in Edinburgh, GB

This is one is a very rare and Fine artifact. Given its perfect condition, it is a great investment opportunity.

Category

Vintage 1960s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Armenian  Kazak  6.5 by 5 feet
Fine Armenian  Kazak  6.5 by 5 feet

Fine Armenian Kazak 6.5 by 5 feet

Unavailable

W 59 in L 78 in

Fine Armenian Kazak 6.5 by 5 feet

Located in Edinburgh, GB

The colors, the simplicity and the finesse of this rug evoke the short-lived tradition that made an impact in the history of the Caucasian carpet weaving arts This is a rare collecto...

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Vintage 1960s Caucasian Rugs

Pathe Hand Crank 28MM Cinema Projector, circa 1912 with Vintage Film
Pathe Hand Crank 28MM Cinema Projector, circa 1912 with Vintage Film

Pathe Hand Crank 28MM Cinema Projector, circa 1912 with Vintage Film

Located in Dallas, TX

The full reel of 28MM film could be more rare than the projector. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Historic, Mitchell Motion Picture TV News Film Magazine, Mounted As Sculpture.
Historic, Mitchell Motion Picture TV News Film Magazine, Mounted As Sculpture.

Historic, Mitchell Motion Picture TV News Film Magazine, Mounted As Sculpture.

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Archaistic Mounted Objects

Historic Mitchell Motion Picture Film Magazine, As Sculpture. Wow Patina ON SALE
Historic Mitchell Motion Picture Film Magazine, As Sculpture. Wow Patina ON SALE

Historic Mitchell Motion Picture Film Magazine, As Sculpture. Wow Patina ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Archaistic Mounted Objects

Motion Picture Cinema Reel, circa Mid-20th Century, Mounted as Sculpture ON SALE
Motion Picture Cinema Reel, circa Mid-20th Century, Mounted as Sculpture ON SALE

Motion Picture Cinema Reel, circa Mid-20th Century, Mounted as Sculpture ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Mounted Objects

First Macintosh Portable Computer as New Complete Designer Icon
First Macintosh Portable Computer as New Complete Designer Icon

First Macintosh Portable Computer as New Complete Designer Icon

By Apple Computer, Inc.

Located in Dallas, TX

This award winning design looks ideal displayed on a shelf or large desk. A true, EXTREMELY RARE, vintage Early Computer artifact. Impossible to find another in this 'AS NEW' condit...

Category

Late 20th Century American Futurist Scientific Instruments

Vintage TV Camera Tubes, As Sculpture Mid-20th Century, Mounted On Wood ON SALE

Vintage TV Camera Tubes, As Sculpture Mid-20th Century, Mounted On Wood ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century Archaistic Mounted Objects

Materials

Glass

Movie Studio Light Fixture Incomplete, Mounted as Sculpture circa 1950s. ON SALE
Movie Studio Light Fixture Incomplete, Mounted as Sculpture circa 1950s. ON SALE

Movie Studio Light Fixture Incomplete, Mounted as Sculpture circa 1950s. ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Archaistic Mounted Objects

Materials

Steel

High Speed Motion Picture Camera, Circa 1959 16mm. Unique As Sculpture. ON SALE
High Speed Motion Picture Camera, Circa 1959 16mm. Unique As Sculpture. ON SALE

High Speed Motion Picture Camera, Circa 1959 16mm. Unique As Sculpture. ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Weston, Mil-Ammeter Test Instrument, Mounted On Stone. As Sculpture. ON SALE.
Weston, Mil-Ammeter Test Instrument, Mounted On Stone. As Sculpture. ON SALE.

Weston, Mil-Ammeter Test Instrument, Mounted On Stone. As Sculpture. ON SALE.

By Edward Weston

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Vintage Movie/ Spotlight Light Bulb Ex Studios As Sculpture Circa 1940 ON SALE
Vintage Movie/ Spotlight Light Bulb Ex Studios As Sculpture Circa 1940 ON SALE

Vintage Movie/ Spotlight Light Bulb Ex Studios As Sculpture Circa 1940 ON SALE

By Sylvania Electric

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone, Copper, Wire

Movie Studio Lamp Display, Mounted As Sculpture, From Early Hollywood. ON  SALE
Movie Studio Lamp Display, Mounted As Sculpture, From Early Hollywood. ON  SALE

Movie Studio Lamp Display, Mounted As Sculpture, From Early Hollywood. ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

Due to the special nature of rare and artifact antiques, we can make no claim for the suitability of any Cinema Antique or item, for your intended purposes and use and we remind our ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Mounted Objects

Vintage Movie Reel with Sound Motion Picture Film, Circa Mid 20th. As Sculpture.
Vintage Movie Reel with Sound Motion Picture Film, Circa Mid 20th. As Sculpture.

Vintage Movie Reel with Sound Motion Picture Film, Circa Mid 20th. As Sculpture.

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Metal

Quad Video Tape Recorder Vintage Relay, circa Mid-Century On Stone ON SALE
Quad Video Tape Recorder Vintage Relay, circa Mid-Century On Stone ON SALE

Quad Video Tape Recorder Vintage Relay, circa Mid-Century On Stone ON SALE

By Bill Reiter

Located in Dallas, TX

A true Television technical artifact. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology - have a s...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal, Wire

Polaroid Camera Copier As A Table Accent Lamp. Circa 1950 As Sculpture. ON SALE.
Polaroid Camera Copier As A Table Accent Lamp. Circa 1950 As Sculpture. ON SALE.

Polaroid Camera Copier As A Table Accent Lamp. Circa 1950 As Sculpture. ON SALE.

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Stainless Steel

Coach Bear Bryant Use History Iconic 1950s RCA Studio Mic As Sculpture ON SALE
Coach Bear Bryant Use History Iconic 1950s RCA Studio Mic As Sculpture ON SALE

Coach Bear Bryant Use History Iconic 1950s RCA Studio Mic As Sculpture ON SALE

By RCA

Located in Dallas, TX

This rare mic is a collectible on its own but also is reportedly a BROADCAST artifact of coach Bear Bryant of the famed University of Alabama Football organization and used in 'Crims...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Mitchell Model A 35mm Movie Camera 1919 Design, Hand Crank as Sculpture
Mitchell Model A 35mm Movie Camera 1919 Design, Hand Crank as Sculpture

Mitchell Model A 35mm Movie Camera 1919 Design, Hand Crank as Sculpture

By Mitchell Camera Corporation

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Vintage H.H. Scott Mid-20th Century Sound Level Meter Mounted Glass ON SALE
Vintage H.H. Scott Mid-20th Century Sound Level Meter Mounted Glass ON SALE

Vintage H.H. Scott Mid-20th Century Sound Level Meter Mounted Glass ON SALE

By H.H. Scott Inc. 1

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Weston Thermo Galvanometer Sculpture Circa 1922 W/ Electric Thermocouple ON SALE
Weston Thermo Galvanometer Sculpture Circa 1922 W/ Electric Thermocouple ON SALE

Weston Thermo Galvanometer Sculpture Circa 1922 W/ Electric Thermocouple ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

A true 1920s Electric artifact. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology - have a secure...

Category

Early 20th Century American International Style Scientific Instruments

Sony circa Mid-20th Century Television Time Code Circuit Board on Stone. ON SALE
Sony circa Mid-20th Century Television Time Code Circuit Board on Stone. ON SALE

Sony circa Mid-20th Century Television Time Code Circuit Board on Stone. ON SALE

Located in Dallas, TX

A true vintage Television artifact. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology - have a sec...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Industrial Paperweights

Movie Camera Underwater Housing by Famous Jaws DP Jordan Klein, circa 1970
Movie Camera Underwater Housing by Famous Jaws DP Jordan Klein, circa 1970

Movie Camera Underwater Housing by Famous Jaws DP Jordan Klein, circa 1970

Located in Dallas, TX

The vintage tripod and head are included for a very cool look with any decor or in a screening room. A rare cinema equipment artifact with signed COA included.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Kodak Cine Motion Picture Movie Camera, As Sculpture, 1930 with Updates. ON SALE
Kodak Cine Motion Picture Movie Camera, As Sculpture, 1930 with Updates. ON SALE

Kodak Cine Motion Picture Movie Camera, As Sculpture, 1930 with Updates. ON SALE

By Eastman Kodak

Located in Dallas, TX

During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Door Panel with Dragon In Clouds Motif
Door Panel with Dragon In Clouds Motif

Door Panel with Dragon In Clouds Motif

Unavailable

H 70 in W 36 in D 3 in

Door Panel with Dragon In Clouds Motif

Located in Chicago, IL

Authentic Tibetan monastery artifacts are exceedingly rare on the open market of today.

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Antique 19th Century Tibetan Doors and Gates

RCA Broadcast Microphones, 1945. As Bookends or Display As Sculpture. ON SALE
RCA Broadcast Microphones, 1945. As Bookends or Display As Sculpture. ON SALE

RCA Broadcast Microphones, 1945. As Bookends or Display As Sculpture. ON SALE

By RCA

Located in Dallas, TX

Due to the special nature of rare and artifact antiques, we can make no claim for the suitability of any Cinema Antique or item, for your intended purposes and use and we remind our ...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Mounted Objects

20th Century Fox Studios Movie Shipping Container, circa 1940, Show as Sculpture
20th Century Fox Studios Movie Shipping Container, circa 1940, Show as Sculpture

20th Century Fox Studios Movie Shipping Container, circa 1940, Show as Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

~Certificate of Authenticity~ (COA) in writing is supplied to state this item to be a real motion picture artifact item. This is a rare 20th century Fox Studios artifact and not a ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

HERMES Poussin yellow Epsom leather KELLY 28 SELLIER Bag Ghw
HERMES Poussin yellow Epsom leather KELLY 28 SELLIER Bag Ghw

HERMES Poussin yellow Epsom leather KELLY 28 SELLIER Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier bag in Jaune Poussin (vanilla) Veau Epsom leather is a timeless classic. Featuring elegant tonal stitching and Palladium hardware, it embo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

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