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rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "URANIA" wall plate element by Ceramano, Germany, 1970
rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "URANIA" wall plate element by Ceramano, Germany, 1970

rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "URANIA" wall plate element by Ceramano, Germany, 1970

By Ceramano

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

A very collectible and very rare item of the Ceramano collection. Straightforward and minimalistic design of the 1970s design era.

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Side Armchair, France cca 1880
Antique Side Armchair, France cca 1880

Antique Side Armchair, France cca 1880

Located in Lucija, SI

Antique side armchair made in France about 1880 Very good condition for such old chair Rare item

Category

Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Louis Vuitton 2054 LV Rainbow - Virgil Abloh Ltd Edition Ruthenium Necklace
Louis Vuitton 2054 LV Rainbow - Virgil Abloh Ltd Edition Ruthenium Necklace

Louis Vuitton 2054 LV Rainbow - Virgil Abloh Ltd Edition Ruthenium Necklace

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

Engraved with LV logo's and symbols throughout and finished with a large rainbow logo. This is a very rare item and only 24 where ever made nation wide.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Rare 1960s Danish Midcentury Rosewood & Steel Kristian Vedel Modus Table
Rare 1960s Danish Midcentury Rosewood & Steel Kristian Vedel Modus Table

Rare 1960s Danish Midcentury Rosewood & Steel Kristian Vedel Modus Table

By Kristian Solmer Vedel

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

You could just about get away with using it as the smallest writing table. This is a very rare item. I have never seen an example before and I could not find any previously sold exa...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "POLARIS" vase element by Ceramano, Germany, 1960s
rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "POLARIS" vase element by Ceramano, Germany, 1960s

rare WGP Fat Lava Ceramic "POLARIS" vase element by Ceramano, Germany, 1960s

By Ceramano

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

A very collectible and very rare item of the Ceramano collection. Straightforward and minimalistic design of the 1970s design era.

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Carriage in Cardstock Rare
Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Carriage in Cardstock Rare

Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Carriage in Cardstock Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

At the background, the cardboard of the chimneys is a little bent No box but will come carefully packed This rare item will be shipped immediately Thank you for watching my items !

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Decorative Objects

A beaten iron snake - France 1950s
A beaten iron snake - France 1950s

A beaten iron snake - France 1950s

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

.), a piece of mid-20th-century folk art. Superb patina for a rare item.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Steel

1980 Geert Koster Michele De Lucchi Solid Postmodern Design Metal Salt Pepper
1980 Geert Koster Michele De Lucchi Solid Postmodern Design Metal Salt Pepper

1980 Geert Koster Michele De Lucchi Solid Postmodern Design Metal Salt Pepper

By Michele de Lucchi

Located in Brescia, IT

Solid Group Italy, 1987 Postmodern Shapes Great Manufacture Rare items "SOLID" mark engraved Excellent Condiction.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Rabat Curtain 'Izar' from Morocco, Late 19th C
Rabat Curtain 'Izar' from Morocco, Late 19th C

Rabat Curtain 'Izar' from Morocco, Late 19th C

Located in Istanbul, TR

A rare item to come by these days. Silk embroidery on a fine cotton background.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Moroccan Islamic Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Silk

19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment
19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment

19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment

Located in Istanbul, TR

It is a pity that this great piece has been butchered by the previous owner. A rare item. Silk embroidery on a silk background.

Category

Antique 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

rare multicolor fat lava Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s
rare multicolor fat lava Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s

rare multicolor fat lava Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s

By Strehla

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

A very collectible and very rare item of the Haldensleben Collection. The object have a very sculptural form and in its size of 19,5cm in height, it is very impressive and very rare ...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Rare Georgian Masons Ironstone Spill Vase in Mazarine Butterflies Ptn, Ca 1818
Rare Georgian Masons Ironstone Spill Vase in Mazarine Butterflies Ptn, Ca 1818

Rare Georgian Masons Ironstone Spill Vase in Mazarine Butterflies Ptn, Ca 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Spill vases by Mason's Ironstone are rare items. The pattern is hand gilded and hand enamelled, the insects and butterflies in good detail, all against a Mazarine blue ground colour...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Extremely Rare Georg Jensen Silver Jardinière 165
Extremely Rare Georg Jensen Silver Jardinière 165

Extremely Rare Georg Jensen Silver Jardinière 165

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A Georg Jensen large silver Jardinière #165 designed by Georg Jensen in 1916. An early and rare item, one of the very first pieces produced in this design. 

Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Important & Rare Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Italian Murano Glass Sculpture 1970s
Important & Rare Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Italian Murano Glass Sculpture 1970s

Important & Rare Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Italian Murano Glass Sculpture 1970s

By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

An absolutely stunning masterpiece of Mid-Century Murano glass by one of the best master glass makers of his generation - particularly striking is it's elegant form and multi-layered...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Majestik Uzbek Bukhara Chapan with a Great Ikat Lining, 19th Century
Majestik Uzbek Bukhara Chapan with a Great Ikat Lining, 19th Century

Majestik Uzbek Bukhara Chapan with a Great Ikat Lining, 19th Century

Located in Istanbul, TR

A rare item, a chapan with Russian brocade and Uzbek ikat lining, in very good wearable condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Islamic Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Metallic Thread

Silver-Plated Metal 1960s Fish kettle by Lino Sabattini for Christofle
Silver-Plated Metal 1960s Fish kettle by Lino Sabattini for Christofle

Silver-Plated Metal 1960s Fish kettle by Lino Sabattini for Christofle

By Lino Sabattini, Christofle

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This beautiful and rare item is made from Silver-Plated metal and composed by 2 parts: the upper perforated plate and the lower bowl.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Isamu Kenmochi Coat Rack for Akita Mokko
Isamu Kenmochi Coat Rack for Akita Mokko

Isamu Kenmochi Coat Rack for Akita Mokko

By Akita Mokko, Isamu Kenmochi

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Geat form on this painted green bent wood coat rack. This is a rare item for collectors and design enthusiast. Free shipping inside the continental U.S

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Paint

Antique Armenian Marash Embroidery Fragment, Late 19th C
Antique Armenian Marash Embroidery Fragment, Late 19th C

Antique Armenian Marash Embroidery Fragment, Late 19th C

Located in Istanbul, TR

A rare item to come by. It is as good as they get with great colors.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Suzani Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

rare turquoise fat lava "DOTS" Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s
rare turquoise fat lava "DOTS" Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s

rare turquoise fat lava "DOTS" Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s

By Strehla

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

A very collectible and very rare item of the Haldensleben Collection. The object have a very sculptural form and in its size of 23cm in height, it is very impressive and very rare to...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern German Space Age Rare Red Giant Bulb by Ingo Maurer 1960s
Mid-Century Modern German Space Age Rare Red Giant Bulb by Ingo Maurer 1960s

Mid-Century Modern German Space Age Rare Red Giant Bulb by Ingo Maurer 1960s

By M Design, Ingo Maurer

Located in Hamburg, DE

Here in a particularly rare version with a red base. A rare item for lighting collectors and design enthusiasts.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Kelly Bag and Horses in Cardstock RARE
Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Kelly Bag and Horses in Cardstock RARE

Hermès Window Shop Display Decoration Kelly Bag and Horses in Cardstock RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

No box but will come carefully packed This rare item will be shipped immediately Thank you for watching my items !

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Objects

Chinese Canton Blue and White Porcelain Warming Plate B-007
Chinese Canton Blue and White Porcelain Warming Plate B-007

Chinese Canton Blue and White Porcelain Warming Plate B-007

Located in Norton, MA

Beautiful and Rare Canton B & W Porcelain Warming platte. Dimension: Size: 16.8 cm x 28.5 cm Condition: Good condition, some firing lines and one chip in the back and foot, sti...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Tiffany & Co. Jazz Platinum Diamond Hoop Earrings RARE Box 5/8" Bezel Set
Tiffany & Co. Jazz Platinum Diamond Hoop Earrings RARE Box 5/8" Bezel Set

Tiffany & Co. Jazz Platinum Diamond Hoop Earrings RARE Box 5/8" Bezel Set

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Northbrook, IL

These earrings are a timeless addition to any jewelry collection. This is a rare item, don't miss these beauties! More details: Metal: Platinum Measures: ~5/8" across the hoops, an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Carlo Hauner. Mid-Century Modern Tea Trolley in Caviúna Wood
Carlo Hauner. Mid-Century Modern Tea Trolley in Caviúna Wood

Carlo Hauner. Mid-Century Modern Tea Trolley in Caviúna Wood

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

It has the seal of a sophisticated furniture shop, famous in the city of São Paulo in the 1950's. This is a very rare item.

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Formica, Wood

Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Commode
Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Commode

Early 18th Century Louis XIV Period Commode

Located in Charleston, SC

Here are few examples, surprising pieces and objects, authentic, decorative and rare items that you will only see in our gallery.   

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

New Vintage Alain Mikli for Barbie B401 France Sunglasses 1980's
New Vintage Alain Mikli for Barbie B401 France Sunglasses 1980's

New Vintage Alain Mikli for Barbie B401 France Sunglasses 1980's

By Alain Mikli

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New Vintage Alain Mikli In Black & Red Barbie Legs Like Sleek Temples. Rare Item In New And Unworn Condition. Spotless Smoke Grey Lenses.

Category

1980s French Sunglasses

Lapponia Björn weckström set
Lapponia Björn weckström set

Lapponia Björn weckström set

By Björn Weckström for Lapponia

Located in Malmö, SE

Both necklace and earrings are made of 18k gold. Really rare items hard to find.

Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Sought after Vintage Yellow Mathieu Mategot Table or Desk Light, 1950
Sought after Vintage Yellow Mathieu Mategot Table or Desk Light, 1950

Sought after Vintage Yellow Mathieu Mategot Table or Desk Light, 1950

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Markington, GB

1960 retro vintage stunning yellow Mathieu Mategot table or desk light incredibly sought after and rare item a wonderful clean example of a modern antique classic, fully working, has...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

18th Century Danish Rococo Period Chest
18th Century Danish Rococo Period Chest

18th Century Danish Rococo Period Chest

Located in Charleston, SC

Here are few examples surprising pieces and objects, authentic, decorative and rare items that you will only see in our gallery.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Haute Epoque bronze ladle - 17th century - France
Haute Epoque bronze ladle - 17th century - France

Haute Epoque bronze ladle - 17th century - France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Wonderful witness to the history of the 17th century. Rare item. Very beautiful collector's item, heritage of past centuries.

Category

Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bronze

Lanvin Marten Fur Wool Lined Jacket
Lanvin Marten Fur Wool Lined Jacket

Lanvin Marten Fur Wool Lined Jacket

By Lanvin Paris

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Lanvin Marten/Weasel Fur Wool Lined Jacket Dark brown jacket crafted from one of the most luxurious furs, fully lined and trimmed with grey wool.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Antique Silver Engagement Ring, Handshake Hearts Design, Circa 1900
Antique Silver Engagement Ring, Handshake Hearts Design, Circa 1900

Antique Silver Engagement Ring, Handshake Hearts Design, Circa 1900

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Please take a look at the video. A fine and rare item with a lot of history. This superb find for a jewelry whimsical collection & a great present!

Category

Early 20th Century Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Silver

Argentine Cast Iron Gaucho Hat Form
Argentine Cast Iron Gaucho Hat Form

Argentine Cast Iron Gaucho Hat Form

Located in Houston, TX

Most often, hat forms were made of wood however this rare example was cast of heavy gauge iron. This rare item makes a great table or bookcase accessory!

Category

Vintage 1920s Argentine Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Star Lariat Platinum Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Star Lariat Platinum Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Star Lariat Platinum Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Tiffany & Co. Diamond Star Lariat Platinum Necklace Lariat design necklace with two star pendants featuring pave-set round brilliant cut diamonds. 

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Prada × Holliday & Brown London Re-Edition Cotton Printed Straight-Leg Trousers
Prada × Holliday & Brown London Re-Edition Cotton Printed Straight-Leg Trousers

Prada × Holliday & Brown London Re-Edition Cotton Printed Straight-Leg Trousers

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Prada × Holliday & Brown London Re-Edition Cotton Printed Straight-Leg Trousers Rare archive black trousers from a limited collaboration designed with a multicoloured al...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pants

Unique Wabi Sabi Rustic Solid Table
Unique Wabi Sabi Rustic Solid Table

Unique Wabi Sabi Rustic Solid Table

Located in Geneve, CH

This unique table as an organic look and rustic aesthetic. This rare item blends perfectly in a natural interior in order to create a zen aesthetic.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Rustic Lowboys

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Swedish Pedestal Table with Shaped Top
Early 19th Century Swedish Pedestal Table with Shaped Top

Early 19th Century Swedish Pedestal Table with Shaped Top

Located in Charleston, SC

Here are few example surprising pieces and objects, authentic, decorative and rare items that you will only see in our gallery.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Art Nouveau Side Table, Wood and Marble, circa 1900, Belgium.
Art Nouveau Side Table, Wood and Marble, circa 1900, Belgium.

Art Nouveau Side Table, Wood and Marble, circa 1900, Belgium.

By Victor Horta

Located in Brussels, BE

Dimensions: 40 cm w, 40 cm D, 44 cm H. Original condition, rare item. All purchases are covered by our Buyer Protection Guarantee.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Hermes Etriviere Medor Multi Studed Leather Belt
Hermes Etriviere Medor Multi Studed Leather Belt

Hermes Etriviere Medor Multi Studed Leather Belt

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Hermes Etriviere Medor Multi Studed Leather Belt Black belt crafted from leather and adorned with the brand's signature silver Palladium Medor pyramid-shaped studs origi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belts

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage box
Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage box

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century rustic Swedish pine storage container circa 1860. Very nice rare item to find intact.  Made from pine with original bold blue paint, 1 original metal support hoop t...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine, Paint

Michel Boyer Era Large Metal Sconce, circa 1970, France.
Michel Boyer Era Large Metal Sconce, circa 1970, France.

Michel Boyer Era Large Metal Sconce, circa 1970, France.

By Michel Boyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Dimensions: 54 cm H, 15 cm W, 16 cm D. Rare item in good condition. All purchases are covered by our Buyer Protection Guarantee.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring
Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring

Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring Gold setting with filagree cut-out design embellished with two rectangular sparkling gold gripoix stones ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

24k Gold, Gold Plate

19th Century Spanish Giltwood Console
19th Century Spanish Giltwood Console

19th Century Spanish Giltwood Console

Located in Charleston, SC

Here are few examples … surprising pieces and objects, authentic, decorative and rare items that you will only see in our gallery.  

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Giltwood

French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display
French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display

French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display circa 1880. Here we have a rare item which is likely to be a french shop sign, which would of been suspended above the sho...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Oak, Paint

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Rare Items For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of rare items is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique rare items was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and bronze. Rare items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare items bearing Art Deco or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many rare items are appealing in their simplicity, but Sylvain Norga, Kamenicky Senov and Artifort produced popular rare items that are worth a look.

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Rare items can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $236 and the highest can go for as much as $130,000.