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Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett

Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett

By Glyn Lockett

Located in Bagshot, GB

Glynn Lockett studied Art and Sculpture, before setting up his own restoration studio where he started to make his own objects using rare and precious materials. Influenced by the gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Natural Specimens

Materials

Pearl, Brass

Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett

Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett

By Glyn Lockett

Located in Bagshot, GB

Glynn Lockett studied art and sculpture, before setting up his own restoration studio where he started to make his own objects using rare and precious materials. Influenced by the gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Natural Specimens

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl

Signed Jean Austruy Brutalist Lava Glaze Covered Jar, Vallauris, c. 1960
Signed Jean Austruy Brutalist Lava Glaze Covered Jar, Vallauris, c. 1960

Signed Jean Austruy Brutalist Lava Glaze Covered Jar, Vallauris, c. 1960

By Jean Austruy 1

Located in London, GB

At Maisons Rares, every piece is personally curated: beautiful historical objects from famous French designers and manufacturers, and art from the world over.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Brutalist clock by Art3, brass and aluminum, Spain, 1980
Brutalist clock by Art3, brass and aluminum, Spain, 1980

Brutalist clock by Art3, brass and aluminum, Spain, 1980

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Brass and silver-plated metal object. Beautiful and rare decorative object. We specialize in vintage decorative objects, with particular expertise in rare mid-century brutalist bron...

Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Angelo Lelii “Polifemo” Floor Lamp for Arredoluce, 1956
Angelo Lelii “Polifemo” Floor Lamp for Arredoluce, 1956

Angelo Lelii “Polifemo” Floor Lamp for Arredoluce, 1956

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

The "Polifemo" floor lamp, designed by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce in 1956, is a notable and rare object d'art from the mid-20th century Italian design representative of the post-war...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

Vintage Comoy's of London Leather-Clad Ceramic Tobacco Humidor Made in Italy
Vintage Comoy's of London Leather-Clad Ceramic Tobacco Humidor Made in Italy

Vintage Comoy's of London Leather-Clad Ceramic Tobacco Humidor Made in Italy

By Ralph Lauren, Jonathan Adler, Susan Williams-Ellis

Located in San Diego, CA

No longer produced, this vintage Comoy's of London tobacco container is a rare decorative object that appeals to collectors of luxury smoking accessories, fine leather goods, and dis...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian British Colonial Jars

Materials

Ceramic, Leather

Orange sommerso perfume bottle , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's
Orange sommerso perfume bottle , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's

Orange sommerso perfume bottle , Murano glass, Italy, 1970's

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Murano Glass

Fish letter opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's
Fish letter opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's

Fish letter opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980'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...

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Alpaca

Pair of pink elephants by Guadalupe Coronado, Bookends, ceramic, Spain, 1980
Pair of pink elephants by Guadalupe Coronado, Bookends, ceramic, Spain, 1980

Pair of pink elephants by Guadalupe Coronado, Bookends, ceramic, Spain, 1980

Located in BARCELONA, ES

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

Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Ceramic

Huge Art Deco figurative bottle shaped as an Art Deco Dancer, Italy 1920s
Huge Art Deco figurative bottle shaped as an Art Deco Dancer, Italy 1920s

Huge Art Deco figurative bottle shaped as an Art Deco Dancer, Italy 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

A rare and highly decorative object, ideal as a standalone sculptural accent in both classic and contemporary interiors.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Bottles

Materials

Glass

Magnetic Kinetic Sculpture – Desk Toy, France 1970s
Magnetic Kinetic Sculpture – Desk Toy, France 1970s

Magnetic Kinetic Sculpture – Desk Toy, France 1970s

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Equally suitable as a conversation piece, executive desk accessory, or small sculptural artwork. A rare and engaging decorative object — ideal for collectors of kinetic art, Space A...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Kinetic Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel, Magnets

Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Mantel Clock with Japanese Female Figures Circa1920
Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Mantel Clock with Japanese Female Figures Circa1920

Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Mantel Clock with Japanese Female Figures Circa1920

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Presented in excellent overall condition, this rare and decorative object demonstrates remarkable craftsmanship and artistic quality.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Exceptional 19th Century Rotating Terrestrial Globe Clock orrery tellurio
Exceptional 19th Century Rotating Terrestrial Globe Clock orrery tellurio

Exceptional 19th Century Rotating Terrestrial Globe Clock orrery tellurio

Located in Madrid, ES

The globe displays a 24-hour time system, with gilded Roman numerals indicating daytime and black numerals for nighttime, an ingenious feature that enhances both its functionality an...

Category

Antique 1880s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer
CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

The substantial case is mounted on a rectangular plinth of black lacquered wood, providing a dramatic contrast and enhancing its sculptural presence. A rare and important object, thi...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

MID 19th CENTURY NAPOLEON III LIRE PENDULUM
MID 19th CENTURY NAPOLEON III LIRE PENDULUM

MID 19th CENTURY NAPOLEON III LIRE PENDULUM

Located in Firenze, FI

Despite its small size, this clock is able to add elegance to any environment. It is a rare and precious object, perfect for those who love collecting unique objects.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

18th Century French Hammered Copper Water Container, Country Style
18th Century French Hammered Copper Water Container, Country Style

18th Century French Hammered Copper Water Container, Country Style

Located in Prato, Tuscany

But the thing that makes the container even more interesting and attractive is the striking repair in the lower part: in the tradition of a simple conception of the rural economy, ac...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Country Jars

Materials

Copper

Vintage Pendant Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex Heifetz, 1960s
Vintage Pendant Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex Heifetz, 1960s

Vintage Pendant Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex Heifetz, 1960s

By Heifetz Rotaflex

Located in Oirlo, LI

These types of lamps belong to the history of lighting design and are rare objects. The name Rotaflex refers to the innovation used: wrapping with cellulose acetate material (first f...

Category

20th Century American Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Italian Whiskey Bottle And Two Tumblers All With Fish Grindings
Italian Whiskey Bottle And Two Tumblers All With Fish Grindings

Italian Whiskey Bottle And Two Tumblers All With Fish Grindings

Located in Prato, Tuscany

Marcello and Lorenzo Galgani were also Masters in the difficult art of restoration, bringing rare and precious objects back to life. As mentioned the company recently closed and disp...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Crystal

Huge English Illuminated advertising clock by Smiths of London
Huge English Illuminated advertising clock by Smiths of London

Huge English Illuminated advertising clock by Smiths of London

Located in London, GB

This monster of a clock would once have hung above a funeral directors store reminding us all, that we only have so much time. This item is very rare as these objects are becoming ha...

Category

Vintage 1920s British Late Victorian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

Humidor by Glynn Lockett with Malachite Map of Russia
Humidor by Glynn Lockett with Malachite Map of Russia

Humidor by Glynn Lockett with Malachite Map of Russia

By Glyn Lockett

Located in Bagshot, GB

Glynn Lockett studied Art and Sculpture, before setting up his own restoration studio where he started to make his own objects using rare and precious materials. Influenced by the gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Malachite, Brass

Humidor with Secret Compartment by Glynn Lockett
Humidor with Secret Compartment by Glynn Lockett

Humidor with Secret Compartment by Glynn Lockett

By Glyn Lockett

Located in Bagshot, GB

Glynn Lockett studied Art and Sculpture, before setting up his own restoration studio where he started to make his own objects using rare and precious materials. Influenced by the gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Silver

Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog

Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog

Located in valatie, NY

This book published to coincide with the opening of the Hermitage Rooms at Somerset House, London, the museum's first permanent exhibition space outside of Russia presents the finest...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Books

Materials

Paper

Brass and Mahogany Cart by Cesare Lacca
Brass and Mahogany Cart by Cesare Lacca

Brass and Mahogany Cart by Cesare Lacca

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

It can serve beautifully as a functional bar cart, but its form is striking enough that it can stand on its own as a sculptural statement in any room—a rare object where design, craf...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Bowl by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970's
Brutalist Bowl by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970's

Brutalist Bowl by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970's

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in BARCELONA, ES

We specialize in vintage decorative objects, with particular expertise in rare mid-century brutalist bronze and aluminium pieces.

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Shell Tray, Black Lacquered Ceramic, Italy, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern Shell Tray, Black Lacquered Ceramic, Italy, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern Shell Tray, Black Lacquered Ceramic, Italy, 1980s

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 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Graphic Black and Yellow Faience Dish by Jacques Pouchain (for Fourmaintraux)
Graphic Black and Yellow Faience Dish by Jacques Pouchain (for Fourmaintraux)

Graphic Black and Yellow Faience Dish by Jacques Pouchain (for Fourmaintraux)

By Jacques Pouchain and Atelier Dielufit

Located in London, GB

Graphic Black and Yellow Faience Dish by Jacques Pouchain (for Fourmaintraux) (23.5 cm / 9.3 in), Sgraffito Spiral Decor (France, c. 1950 to 1960) - Very Good Vintage Condition Intr...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century Medical Syringe
18th Century Medical Syringe

18th Century Medical Syringe

$975Sale Price|20% Off

18th Century Medical Syringe

Located in London, GB

Both ends unscrew and it still has its original cotton string stopper in place after all these years, a rare object of medical history. Dimensions in inches: H 4” x W 0.6” x D 0.6”...

Category

Antique 1780s Unknown Scientific Instruments

Materials

Natural Fiber

Fine 19th Century Antique English Oak Barrel Planter with Brass Banding
Fine 19th Century Antique English Oak Barrel Planter with Brass Banding

Fine 19th Century Antique English Oak Barrel Planter with Brass Banding

Located in Nottingham, GB

Very well constructed and presented in very good antique condition, with appropriate signs of age and use consistent with its 19th-century origin. A rare and highly decorative objec...

Category

Antique 19th Century Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Brass, Iron

Brass Shell Vide-Poches Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s
Brass Shell Vide-Poches Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s

Brass Shell Vide-Poches Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 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.Discover our curated collect...

Category

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

Materials

Bronze

1970s Mid-Century Modern Horse-Shaped Bronze Vides-Poches, Italy
1970s Mid-Century Modern Horse-Shaped Bronze Vides-Poches, Italy

1970s Mid-Century Modern Horse-Shaped Bronze Vides-Poches, Italy

Located in BARCELONA, ES

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

Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Large Mussel Shell Vide-Poches, chromed metal, Italy, 1970's
Large Mussel Shell Vide-Poches, chromed metal, Italy, 1970's

Large Mussel Shell Vide-Poches, chromed metal, Italy, 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...

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Dome Mirror by John Vieweg
Dome Mirror by John Vieweg

Dome Mirror by John Vieweg

Located in Geneve, CH

Thehighkey is a design studio that creates rare objects and environments. The name refers to a condition in which people are elevated.

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Plywood

Glove Couch by John Vieweg
Glove Couch by John Vieweg

Glove Couch by John Vieweg

Located in Geneve, CH

Thehighkey is a design studio that creates rare objects and environments. The name refers to a condition in which people are elevated.

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood

Sommerso green pocket emptier by Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass Italy 1970
Sommerso green pocket emptier by Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass Italy 1970

Sommerso green pocket emptier by Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass Italy 1970

By Flavio Poli

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.

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Georges Pelletier Decorative Dish or Vide-Poche with Gold Lustre Details France
Georges Pelletier Decorative Dish or Vide-Poche with Gold Lustre Details France

Georges Pelletier Decorative Dish or Vide-Poche with Gold Lustre Details France

By Georges Pelletier

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Ideal as a decorative centerpiece, vide-poche, jewelry tray, or collector’s display object, this rare ceramic creation brings a sophisticated blend of modernist design and artisanal ...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Sommerso vide poche by Flavio Poli, Murano, Italy, 1970
Sommerso vide poche by Flavio Poli, Murano, Italy, 1970

Sommerso vide poche by Flavio Poli, Murano, Italy, 1970

By Flavio Poli

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.

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Gio Ponti Brass Flower Holder for Casa e Giardino, Italy 1940s
Gio Ponti Brass Flower Holder for Casa e Giardino, Italy 1940s

Gio Ponti Brass Flower Holder for Casa e Giardino, Italy 1940s

By Nino Ferrari, Gio Ponti

Located in Milan, IT

Both architectural and organic in character, the vase embodies the refined modern classicism associated with mid-century Italian metalwork. A rare and highly decorative object, suit...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Brass

Victorian Cast Iron Revolving Arm Plant Stand — Ornate & Versatile Display Piece
Victorian Cast Iron Revolving Arm Plant Stand — Ornate & Versatile Display Piece

Victorian Cast Iron Revolving Arm Plant Stand — Ornate & Versatile Display Piece

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Despite its age, the structure remains sturdy and well-balanced. A rare and evocative decorative object, this stand embodies the craftsmanship and elegance of the Victorian era whil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Planters, Cachepots and Jar...

Materials

Metal

Toni Burgering kinetic neon sculpture Netherlands 1972
Toni Burgering kinetic neon sculpture Netherlands 1972

Toni Burgering kinetic neon sculpture Netherlands 1972

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Today, his legacy lives on in public art and through rare objects like this, bridging art, design, and poetry in luminous form.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Wabi Sabi Organic Modern Coco de Mer Centerpiece, Hand-Carved, 19th C.
Wabi Sabi Organic Modern Coco de Mer Centerpiece, Hand-Carved, 19th C.

Wabi Sabi Organic Modern Coco de Mer Centerpiece, Hand-Carved, 19th C.

Located in Valencia, VC

Origin: Seychelles Islands, carved in France Date: 19th century A rare and soulful object that bridges nature, craft, and design—equally suited for collectors, interior designers, o...

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Antique 19th Century French Organic Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...

Materials

Natural Fiber, Coconut

Finnish art glass design, a “Stellaria” bowl made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala
Finnish art glass design, a “Stellaria” bowl made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

Finnish art glass design, a “Stellaria” bowl made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

As always has Wirkkala’s design a timeless modern feeling and this is very rare Finnish glass design object from one of Finland's most famous designers in great condition.

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

Materials

Glass

Napoleon III, Pair of French Cachepots in Hand-Painted Porcelain de Paris
Napoleon III, Pair of French Cachepots in Hand-Painted Porcelain de Paris

Napoleon III, Pair of French Cachepots in Hand-Painted Porcelain de Paris

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The makers are, in some cases, anonymous and generally unknown, or they created only a few rare pieces. Antique porcelain objects from Paris are highly desired by collectors and can ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Ja...

Materials

Porcelain

Exquisite jardiniere planter, copper-plated metal, rose Art Nouveau 1900, France
Exquisite jardiniere planter, copper-plated metal, rose Art Nouveau 1900, France

Exquisite jardiniere planter, copper-plated metal, rose Art Nouveau 1900, France

Located in Wien, AT

This fascinatingly richly decorated Art Nouveau object is a rare version (concerning decor and material).

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert Stonemason's Mallet
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert Stonemason's Mallet

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert Stonemason's Mallet

Located in New Orleans, LA

The end result is a stunningly rare object befitting its important ceremonial use and a remembrance of the wedding of the century.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Finnish art glass design, a bowl “Avanti” made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala.
Finnish art glass design, a bowl “Avanti” made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala.

Finnish art glass design, a bowl “Avanti” made by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala.

By Iittala, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

As always has Wirkkala’s design a timeless modern feeling and this is very rare Finnish glass design object from one of Finland's most famous designers in great condition.

Category

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

Materials

Glass

Hand Carved Stone Jambonnier Kitchen Container Basin Cure Ham Farm Sink LA
Hand Carved Stone Jambonnier Kitchen Container Basin Cure Ham Farm Sink LA

Hand Carved Stone Jambonnier Kitchen Container Basin Cure Ham Farm Sink LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

In a winery or Farm as a historic rare object. Antique dealer California, Beverly Hills / Los Angeles / West Hollywood Melrose Ave La Cienega.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Stone Sinks

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Mirror
Mirror

Mirror

$1,023

Mirror

By Mithé Espelt

Located in Paris, FR

To embellish women's everyday lives, the French ceramist imagines rare objects such as this small-format mirror, ideal for carrying in your handbag.

Category

Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Ceramic, Mirror

Pair of Famille Verte Lanterns on Silver Stands, Gorer and Blacker 1911
Pair of Famille Verte Lanterns on Silver Stands, Gorer and Blacker 1911

Pair of Famille Verte Lanterns on Silver Stands, Gorer and Blacker 1911

Located in Langweer, NL

The authors call them unique examples of fine famille verte on such rare objects. Gorer and Blacker describe them as Kang-he period and record them as from the collection formed by R...

Category

Early 20th Century British Prints

Materials

Paper

Filippo Chissotti Biomorphic Walnut & Glass Cocktail Table, Italy, c. 1950s–60s
Filippo Chissotti Biomorphic Walnut & Glass Cocktail Table, Italy, c. 1950s–60s

Filippo Chissotti Biomorphic Walnut & Glass Cocktail Table, Italy, c. 1950s–60s

By Filippo Chissotti

Located in San Diego, CA

The walnut throughout is deep, warm, and beautifully grained; the finish retains its integrity with honest age. This is a genuinely rare object. Chissotti's furniture output was far ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Isla Dressing Table by MOB
Isla Dressing Table by MOB

Isla Dressing Table by MOB

Located in Geneve, CH

The work rescues this rare object with a romantic-nostalgic function, but eliminates the image of the reflected goddess, thus creating an isolated space of deep contemplation.

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Mirror, Birch

Napoleon III Style French Wooden Tailor’s Mannequin
Napoleon III Style French Wooden Tailor’s Mannequin

Napoleon III Style French Wooden Tailor’s Mannequin

Located in Prato, Tuscany

Originally used both for fittings and as a display support, this rare object today represents not only a piece of fashion history but also a refined interior design accent.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Paper

New Organic Modern Beni Mrirt Berber Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Shibui Style
New Organic Modern Beni Mrirt Berber Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Shibui Style

New Organic Modern Beni Mrirt Berber Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Shibui Style

By Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

Each precious carving holds a story. This is a rare object for those who understand that true luxury lies in purpose and provenance.

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Moroccan and North...

Materials

Wool

Dutch Corner Cabinet In Floral Marquetry - 18th Century
Dutch Corner Cabinet In Floral Marquetry - 18th Century

Dutch Corner Cabinet In Floral Marquetry - 18th Century

Located in CRÉTEIL, FR

At a time when the art of entertaining was paramount, these corner cupboards helped to set the scene in the home, allowing guests to admire these rare objects and engage in conversat...

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Corner Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Multicolored Pressed Glass & Brass Pendant Lantern, Scandinavia, circa 1940s-50s
Multicolored Pressed Glass & Brass Pendant Lantern, Scandinavia, circa 1940s-50s

Multicolored Pressed Glass & Brass Pendant Lantern, Scandinavia, circa 1940s-50s

Located in PUTTEN, NL

A truly exceptional piece of decorative craftsmanship, this pendant lantern is one of those rare objects that stops a room in its tracks. Geometric in structure yet warm and jewel-li...

Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare Bauhaus Ceramic "Zuckerdose" by Uffrecht & Co., Neuhaldensleben
Rare Bauhaus Ceramic "Zuckerdose" by Uffrecht & Co., Neuhaldensleben

Rare Bauhaus Ceramic "Zuckerdose" by Uffrecht & Co., Neuhaldensleben

Located in Weesp, NL

Why This Piece Matters Pieces from this specific moment in Uffrecht's production — pre-dating the 1936 Carstens takeover — are scarce, and rarer still with independent, dated proven...

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Carved Jadeite Guanyin with Cat, Mounted as a Lamp, Circa 1920s
Chinese Carved Jadeite Guanyin with Cat, Mounted as a Lamp, Circa 1920s

Chinese Carved Jadeite Guanyin with Cat, Mounted as a Lamp, Circa 1920s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Electrified in the 1920s, this rare object beautifully illustrates the early 20th-century European tradition of adapting Asian carvings into refined decorative lighting.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Rare Lajos Kozma Bar Cabinet or Secretary
Rare Lajos Kozma Bar Cabinet or Secretary

Rare Lajos Kozma Bar Cabinet or Secretary

By Lajos Kozma

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

The depth of the wood, the sharpness of the marquetry, and the sculptural integrity of the form make it not only a functional piece of furniture, but also a powerful decorative objec...

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut, Rosewood

Rare Prototype of ClassiCon Munich Chair Brown Leather
Rare Prototype of ClassiCon Munich Chair Brown Leather

Rare Prototype of ClassiCon Munich Chair Brown Leather

By Sauerbruch Hutton

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Manufactured by ClassiCon. This object is a rare and unique prototype with a aluminium feet base that never was available on the market.

Category

Early 2000s German Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Rare Objects For Sale on 1stDibs

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.