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Rare Majolica Pin Tray with Insect and Branches Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890
Rare Majolica Pin Tray with Insect and Branches Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890

Rare Majolica Pin Tray with Insect and Branches Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Rare majolica pin tray with insect and branches signed Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s French Japonisme Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Rare set of Three Steel Centerpieces by Donini and Cremonesi, Italy, 1970s
Rare set of Three Steel Centerpieces by Donini and Cremonesi, Italy, 1970s

Rare set of Three Steel Centerpieces by Donini and Cremonesi, Italy, 1970s

By Lelo Cremonesi

Located in Milan, IT

Bent steel sheet centerpieces with optical decoration by Lelo Cremonesi and Aldo Donini.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Steel

Game box with inlaid bone Embriachi workshop - Italy - - Late 15th century
Game box with inlaid bone Embriachi workshop - Italy - - Late 15th century

Game box with inlaid bone Embriachi workshop - Italy - - Late 15th century

Located in Lommel, BE

Despite its age, the object survives in remarkably coherent and complete condition, displaying the honest wear and patination expected of a five-hundred-year-old utilitarian luxury o...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

Shagreen Case Circa 1820
Shagreen Case Circa 1820

Shagreen Case Circa 1820

Located in Dallas, TX

Whether displayed in a cabinet of curiosities, on a writing desk, or within a collection of fine antique boxes and objects, this rare case offers both historical significance and end...

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Antique 1820s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

19th Century Anglo-Indian Jewelry Box with Elephant Motif Inlay
19th Century Anglo-Indian Jewelry Box with Elephant Motif Inlay

19th Century Anglo-Indian Jewelry Box with Elephant Motif Inlay

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Every surface reflects the extraordinary level of craftsmanship associated with the finest Anglo-Indian decorative arts, making this piece equally suited as a jewelry box, document c...

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Very Rare Antique 18C Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Cow Butter Tureen in Delft Style
Very Rare Antique 18C Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Cow Butter Tureen in Delft Style

Very Rare Antique 18C Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Cow Butter Tureen in Delft Style

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this highly unusual chinese porcelain delftware immitation of a butter tureen with Cow finial. This interesting antique piece is decorated in underglaze blue and ov...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

19th century Antique Burmese wooden offering vessel from Burma
19th century Antique Burmese wooden offering vessel from Burma

19th century Antique Burmese wooden offering vessel from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Ideal for collectors and interior enthusiasts, this rare object is perfect for those seeking an antique Burmese offering vessel, Shan-style ritual container, or a distinctive example...

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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970

Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970's
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970's

Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Rare Original Early 19th Century Roman Grand Tour Rosso Antico Marble Lion Bath
Rare Original Early 19th Century Roman Grand Tour Rosso Antico Marble Lion Bath

Rare Original Early 19th Century Roman Grand Tour Rosso Antico Marble Lion Bath

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this incredibly rare original early 19th century Roman Grand Tour Rosso Antico marble bath with Lion head detailing This bath is stunning, I hav...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Dishes and Vide...

Materials

Marble

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca Mexico, 1970's
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca Mexico, 1970's

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca Mexico, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Alpaca

Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900
Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900

Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900

Located in Hannover, DE

An elegant and exceptionally well-preserved antique hat box attributed to Luther of Estonia—a rare decorative object combining outstanding craftsmanship, historical significance, and...

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Antique Early 1900s Estonian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Rare Chinese Porcelain Imari Flat Plates Kangxi Period Floral Marked
A Pair of Rare Chinese Porcelain Imari Flat Plates Kangxi Period Floral Marked

A Pair of Rare Chinese Porcelain Imari Flat Plates Kangxi Period Floral Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated and potted Chinese Porcelain plates. Absolutely beautiful pieces. Both with a nice mark at the base, 1 of them below the hanger. Additional information: Mate...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

GUCCI 1970 Milano Very Rare Vintage Horse Bit Trinket Tray In 24Kt Gilt Bronze
GUCCI 1970 Milano Very Rare Vintage Horse Bit Trinket Tray In 24Kt Gilt Bronze

GUCCI 1970 Milano Very Rare Vintage Horse Bit Trinket Tray In 24Kt Gilt Bronze

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

A rare horse bit tray designed by Gucci. This is an iconic trinket single dish-tray designed by the luxury house of Gucci in Milano Italy, back in the 1970s. It is very heavy and wa...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Gold, Bronze

1926 German Art Deco Thomas Bavaria Mint Green Teal Lidded Porcelain Vanity Box
1926 German Art Deco Thomas Bavaria Mint Green Teal Lidded Porcelain Vanity Box

1926 German Art Deco Thomas Bavaria Mint Green Teal Lidded Porcelain Vanity Box

By Thomas Bavaria

Located in Red Lion, PA

Finding a lidded vanity box from the interwar period with its delicate gold gilding and original glaze so perfectly preserved is incredibly rare, as these utilitarian objects were ty...

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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Rare Design Jiaqing Period Famille Jaune Plates, 18/19th Cen
Set of 2 Antique Rare Design Jiaqing Period Famille Jaune Plates, 18/19th Cen

Set of 2 Antique Rare Design Jiaqing Period Famille Jaune Plates, 18/19th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A pair rare, good conditioned, and quality painted plates. Very nicely decorated piece with good details. Jiaqing period (1796-1820). Additional information: Material: Porcelain &...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Tommaso Barbi Chrome and Wood Modernist Box, circa 1960
Tommaso Barbi Chrome and Wood Modernist Box, circa 1960

Tommaso Barbi Chrome and Wood Modernist Box, circa 1960

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Monumental Tommaso Barbi Modernist Box in Chrome and Sycamore Burl, Italy, circa 1960 A rare and commanding object by renowned Italian designer Tommaso Barbi, this large-scale modern...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage French Decorative Box with Mirrored Finish, 20th Century
Vintage French Decorative Box with Mirrored Finish, 20th Century

Vintage French Decorative Box with Mirrored Finish, 20th Century

By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

The surface presents a beautiful, naturally developed patina, with gentle signs of age that enhance its authenticity and character. A rare and refined object, capturing the discreet...

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mirror

Large Metal Coffee Tin by H. Smith, Circa 1920
Large Metal Coffee Tin by H. Smith, Circa 1920

Large Metal Coffee Tin by H. Smith, Circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Perfect for lovers of nostalgic shopfitting, antiques, or industrial decor. A rare and atmospheric object that perfectly captures the charm of bygone eras.

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880
Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880

Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880

Located in Lisse, NL

Mind you, our fair price for this rare size 'object of virtue' includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 5 business days.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Leaf

Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made
Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made

Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made

By Carole Stupell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Condition Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear, retaining original finishes, liner, and label. A rare and character-driven decorative object—ready to place and enjoy.

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20th Century Italian Sporting Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pipe stand, tobacco, smoking, design, Hagenauer 1920/30 Art Deco, Vienna Austria
Pipe stand, tobacco, smoking, design, Hagenauer 1920/30 Art Deco, Vienna Austria

Pipe stand, tobacco, smoking, design, Hagenauer 1920/30 Art Deco, Vienna Austria

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Wien, AT

A very rare object of the famous Austrian workshop Hagenauer, based in Vienna since the opening in 1898.

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Pot, Bowl, Jardiniere, Three Musketeers, Dumas, Amphora, 1920, Bohemia
Ceramic Pot, Bowl, Jardiniere, Three Musketeers, Dumas, Amphora, 1920, Bohemia

Ceramic Pot, Bowl, Jardiniere, Three Musketeers, Dumas, Amphora, 1920, Bohemia

By Amphora

Located in Wien, AT

Very rare literature themed ceramic object of the well-known company Amphora from Bohemia, Czech Republic, made in the Art Deco period around 1920.

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Ceramic Lidded Box, Signed M.N. 1972 - Sculptural Pastel Nile Green Gold
Vintage Ceramic Lidded Box, Signed M.N. 1972 - Sculptural Pastel Nile Green Gold

Vintage Ceramic Lidded Box, Signed M.N. 1972 - Sculptural Pastel Nile Green Gold

By Limoges

Located in Bochum, NRW

Its compact dimensions (10 × 8.5 × 8 cm) make it a versatile addition to curated vignettes, vanity displays, or shelf arrangements. A rare and intimate object that bridges utility an...

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Vintage 1970s French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Large Art Deco Lapis Lazuli Opaline Ashtray with Brass Mounts, France
Large Art Deco Lapis Lazuli Opaline Ashtray with Brass Mounts, France

Large Art Deco Lapis Lazuli Opaline Ashtray with Brass Mounts, France

Located in New York, NY

Wear is consistent with age and use, adding character to this rare and collectible French decorative object. 5.5"w x 3.5"d x 3"h

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Vintage 1920s French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Opaline Glass

1 French Mid-Century Rope Stool / Bench by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
1 French Mid-Century Rope Stool / Bench by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

1 French Mid-Century Rope Stool / Bench by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in New York, NY

The natural warmth of the materials is mixed with a modern aesthetic to create a rare object that is beautiful and functional in the home.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rope, Hardwood

A very rare 17C Edo period Ko-Kutani / Ko-Imari Porcelain Leaf Dish Blue and
A very rare 17C Edo period Ko-Kutani / Ko-Imari Porcelain Leaf Dish Blue and

A very rare 17C Edo period Ko-Kutani / Ko-Imari Porcelain Leaf Dish Blue and

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A great dish dating the middle of the 17th century, delicate painting and shape. Very interesting. We have found a similar Japanese dish in the shibata collection Condition Perfec...

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Antique 17th Century Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White
A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White

A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A great dish dating to most probably the second half of the 17th century, delicate painting and shape. Very interesting. With landscape scene with trees, birds, rocks and flowers. W...

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Antique 17th Century Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White
A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White

A very rare 17C Edo period Kakiemon Dish Porcelain Fuku Mark Dish Blue and White

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A great dish dating to most probably the second half of the 17th century, delicate painting and shape. Very interesting. With landscape scene with trees, birds, rocks and flowers. W...

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Antique 17th Century Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Karl Springer Unique Hinged Box in Polished Sodalite Stone 1980s 'Signed'
Karl Springer Unique Hinged Box in Polished Sodalite Stone 1980s 'Signed'

Karl Springer Unique Hinged Box in Polished Sodalite Stone 1980s 'Signed'

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Stunning one-of-a-kind hinged box in polished blue sodalite stone by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original showroom tag from the 1980’s). Blue sodalite is a rare minera...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Brass

Set of Two Rare Hand-Hammered Copper Wall Objects or Masks Germany 1960s
Set of Two Rare Hand-Hammered Copper Wall Objects or Masks Germany 1960s

Set of Two Rare Hand-Hammered Copper Wall Objects or Masks Germany 1960s

Located in München, BY

Set of two extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern wall objects or masks.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Straw Marquetry Box Attributed to Jean Michel Frank, Circa 1930
Straw Marquetry Box Attributed to Jean Michel Frank, Circa 1930

Straw Marquetry Box Attributed to Jean Michel Frank, Circa 1930

By (after) Jean Michel Frank

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A rare and collectible object, it is both decorative and a testament to early 20th-century French design innovation.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Straw

"Masterpieces of Light" Pair of Cubist Table Lamps with Fang Ngil Masks, 1910
"Masterpieces of Light" Pair of Cubist Table Lamps with Fang Ngil Masks, 1910

"Masterpieces of Light" Pair of Cubist Table Lamps with Fang Ngil Masks, 1910

By Lorenzo Ciompi

Located in Rome, IT

He uses exceptional and rare objects from the antiquity since XX century.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Gabonese Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Hollywood Regency Bronze Colored Mirror Glass Mantelpiece
Hollywood Regency Bronze Colored Mirror Glass Mantelpiece

Hollywood Regency Bronze Colored Mirror Glass Mantelpiece

By Maison Jansen

Located in Doornspijk, NL

Of course the item could very well serve as a heartless objet d'art or as a side table. Very rare object.

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Gaetano Sciolari Floorlamp Chrome Plated and Brushed Aluminium with Murano Glass
Gaetano Sciolari Floorlamp Chrome Plated and Brushed Aluminium with Murano Glass

Gaetano Sciolari Floorlamp Chrome Plated and Brushed Aluminium with Murano Glass

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Elegant Mid-century floor lamp designed by Gaetano Sciolari for Sciolari, 1960-70s. This is an extremely rare object, for true connoisseurs and not to be missed.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

19th century Large Wooden Box No. 11 Olga Nikolajewna Romanow Brass Fittings
19th century Large Wooden Box No. 11 Olga Nikolajewna Romanow Brass Fittings

19th century Large Wooden Box No. 11 Olga Nikolajewna Romanow Brass Fittings

Located in Epfach, DE

Beyond its royal history, the chest remains highly functional today, equally suited as a coffee table base or as handsome storage for linens, silver, or other objects. A rare surviva...

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Antique 1840s Russian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ancient Round Box in Bone, Turtle and Gold with Mythological Scene, circa 1805
Ancient Round Box in Bone, Turtle and Gold with Mythological Scene, circa 1805

Ancient Round Box in Bone, Turtle and Gold with Mythological Scene, circa 1805

Located in Roma, IT

Good conditions, just a minor defect on the internal gilding. Very rare. This object is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any object in Italy created over 70 years ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Coastal Landscape Painting, Oil on Dough Bowl, dated 1875, signed Sweden
Coastal Landscape Painting, Oil on Dough Bowl, dated 1875, signed Sweden

Coastal Landscape Painting, Oil on Dough Bowl, dated 1875, signed Sweden

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A wonderful statement piece for a farmhouse, country, or eclectic interior, this rare object celebrates both Swedish rural heritage and the enduring appeal of handcrafted art.

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20th Century Swedish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian square modernist mirror circa 1970
Scandinavian square modernist mirror circa 1970

Scandinavian square modernist mirror circa 1970

Located in LYON, FR

Versatile by design, it can be displayed freestanding on a piece of furniture or hung on the wall using a wall mounting we can add on request. A rare object at the intersection of No...

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Vintage 1970s French Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Beech

Rare Light Object or Table Lamp by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff Leuchten 1970s
Rare Light Object or Table Lamp by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff Leuchten 1970s

Rare Light Object or Table Lamp by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff Leuchten 1970s

By Staff Leuchten, Staff & Schwarz, Kazuo Motozawa

Located in München, BY

Extremely rare, large and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern table lamp or light object.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Late 20th Century Space Age, White and Chrome UFO Eyeball Desk Light
Late 20th Century Space Age, White and Chrome UFO Eyeball Desk Light

Late 20th Century Space Age, White and Chrome UFO Eyeball Desk Light

Located in Milano, IT

The reflections are highly hypnotizing, especially the central “eye,” which acts as an illusionary or optical element. For more rare objects like this, visit our selection at Spinzi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Nouveau Brass Picture Frames - Violet Enamel Flowers - Austria 1900
Pair of Art Nouveau Brass Picture Frames - Violet Enamel Flowers - Austria 1900

Pair of Art Nouveau Brass Picture Frames - Violet Enamel Flowers - Austria 1900

By Kate Harris

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

A beautiful and increasingly rare pair of decorative objects, ideal for displaying treasured photographs or small artworks.

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Baroque Style Head Sculpture, Oak, 18th/19th century, Germany
Baroque Style Head Sculpture, Oak, 18th/19th century, Germany

Baroque Style Head Sculpture, Oak, 18th/19th century, Germany

Located in Skien, NO

Versatile in function, the piece can be used as a hat holder or displayed purely as a decorative object. A rare antique sculpture, it is a captivating blend of artistry and history, ...

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Antique 19th Century German Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Brass Heron Figurine
Mid-Century Brass Heron Figurine

Mid-Century Brass Heron Figurine

Located in Poperinge, BE

This is a delightful and rare freestanding object featuring a timeless mid-20th-century design.

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass

Turtle-Shaped Brass Jewelry Box , Italy, 1970
Turtle-Shaped Brass Jewelry Box , Italy, 1970

Turtle-Shaped Brass Jewelry Box , Italy, 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century animal-shaped objects and nature-inspired sculptures.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Heron and Duck Figurines Brass and Green Metal 35 cm
Mid-Century Heron and Duck Figurines Brass and Green Metal 35 cm

Mid-Century Heron and Duck Figurines Brass and Green Metal 35 cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Dating from the 1950s or 1960s, both pieces feature a lovely aged patina with decorative discoloration on the brass. These are charming, rare, freestanding objects with a timeless m...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage 70s POP ART Robert Indiana LOVE Sculpture Paperweight or Desk Accessory
Vintage 70s POP ART Robert Indiana LOVE Sculpture Paperweight or Desk Accessory

Vintage 70s POP ART Robert Indiana LOVE Sculpture Paperweight or Desk Accessory

By Robert Indiana

Located in St. Louis, MO

Keywords: Robert Indiana LOVE sculpture, gold aluminum LOVE paperweight, vintage 1970s Pop Art sculpture, MoMA store LOVE sculpture, gold anodized aluminum decor, Robert Indiana desk...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box
1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box

1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box

By Christian Dior

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Sculptural Copper and Zinc table Picture Frame
Early 20th Century Sculptural Copper and Zinc table Picture Frame

Early 20th Century Sculptural Copper and Zinc table Picture Frame

Located in København K, 84

The combination of its biomorphic form, unusual coloration and natural aging gives the piece a distinctive character, with associations to the expressive decorative arts of the early...

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Copper, Zinc

Regency turtle jewelry box in brass, Italy, 1980's
Regency turtle jewelry box in brass, Italy, 1980's

Regency turtle jewelry box in brass, Italy, 1980's

By Regency

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century animal-shaped objects and nature-inspired sculptures.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Orange sommerso jewelry box , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's
Orange sommerso jewelry box , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's

Orange sommerso jewelry box , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage Murano glass, with particular expertise in rare mid-century Sommerso objects, layered glass, and colorful submerged designs.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Antique Carved Wooden Cherub Book Stand on Pedestal
Large Antique Carved Wooden Cherub Book Stand on Pedestal

Large Antique Carved Wooden Cherub Book Stand on Pedestal

Located in Esbeek, NL

The piece remains in very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, adding to its authentic character and charm. A rare and striking decorative object for both traditional an...

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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970
Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970

Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Abalone, Alpaca, Wood

Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell
Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Structurally sound and visually striking, this rare decorative object is a sophisticated addition for collectors and designers seeking timeless Italian artistry.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Paint

Art Deco Centerpiece Sculpture, Bronzed Brass & Spelter, France, 1930
Art Deco Centerpiece Sculpture, Bronzed Brass & Spelter, France, 1930

Art Deco Centerpiece Sculpture, Bronzed Brass & Spelter, France, 1930

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

Whether as an exclusive centerpiece, a decorative coupe, or an independent art object – this rare original unfolds its special effect in both classic and modern interiors.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Spelter

Bronze walrus skull
Bronze walrus skull

Bronze walrus skull

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

A rare statement object for interiors that embrace the tension between nature and craft.

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, 1970s
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, 1970s

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood

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Find a variety of rare objects available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and wood, all rare objects available were constructed with great care. There are 4932 antique and vintage rare objects for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 29 modern editions to choose from as well. Rare objects have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of rare objects to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau rare objects are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made rare objects over the years, but those made by Carl Auböck, Loetz Glass and Hermès are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Rare Objects?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,653, while they’re typically $11 on the low end and $985,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.