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A French Architectural Roof Model
A French Architectural Roof Model

A French Architectural Roof Model

Located in Chicago, IL

This architectural model dates to the early 20th century. Small-scale, three-dimensional physical models were used as a rough draft or preliminary study to visualize, test, and refin...

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Early 20th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper

Pair of Metal Temple Roof Finials
Pair of Metal Temple Roof Finials

Pair of Metal Temple Roof Finials

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A pair of metal temple roof-top finials. Shaped out of sheet metal. Indian or possibly Nepalese. Late 19th Century.

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal

piece de maitrise, architectural roof model
piece de maitrise, architectural roof model

piece de maitrise, architectural roof model

Located in Diest, BE

Early 20th Century piece de maitrise, architectural roof model. France

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Antique Early 1900s French Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Terracotta Roof Ornaments
Pair of French Terracotta Roof Ornaments

Pair of French Terracotta Roof Ornaments

Located in Winter Park, FL

A pair of French terracotta architectural roof decoration. These salvaged architectural ornaments were used to CAP the peak of a traditional sloped terracotta tiled roof.

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Early 20th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Terracotta

Roof Top Hand-Wrought Architectural Element
Roof Top Hand-Wrought Architectural Element

Roof Top Hand-Wrought Architectural Element

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Roof Top Hand Wrought Architectural Element from 1920s. Have another one listed this one has three spikes the other has four. Very futuristic design for it's time.

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Vintage 1920s American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Iron Weathervane Roof Finial
19th Century French Iron Weathervane Roof Finial

19th Century French Iron Weathervane Roof Finial

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful iron weathervane roof finial. Very rare piece. France, circa 1800-1850. Weathered Measurement includes the wooden base.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Zinc Roof Final
19th Century French Zinc Roof Final

19th Century French Zinc Roof Final

Located in Madrid, ES

19th century French large zinc finial was originally a decorative element on a Parisienne building. It is now used as a decorative sculpture.      

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

Monumental 19th c Gilt Copper Spire Roof Finial
Monumental 19th c Gilt Copper Spire Roof Finial

Monumental 19th c Gilt Copper Spire Roof Finial

Located in Hanover, MA

Extraordinary architectural roof finial spire over 9 feet high constructed of hand beaten copper then finished in gold leaf. Looking for a statement piece? You've found it! Weighs un...

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Antique 19th Century American American Classical Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper

1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Set
1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Set

1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Set

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels – Set 1920’s French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels – Set. Original French early 20th century decorative roof edging. Sold as a se...

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Vintage 1920s French Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

French 19th Century Slate, Copper and Pewter Roofer’s Sample
French 19th Century Slate, Copper and Pewter Roofer’s Sample

French 19th Century Slate, Copper and Pewter Roofer’s Sample

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and extremely unique French 19th century slate, copper and pewter roofer’s sample. The roofer sample displays two turrets joined by a pewter central portion. Each turret d...

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Antique 19th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Slate, Copper, Pewter

F.N. Peter & Bro, Newside, PA Victorian Roof Ice Catchers
F.N. Peter & Bro, Newside, PA Victorian Roof Ice Catchers

F.N. Peter & Bro, Newside, PA Victorian Roof Ice Catchers

Located in New Windsor, NY

Look up at an old slate roof and this is what you would normally see on a roof that hasn't been replaced with a more modern shingle. Ice and snow catchers were a common architectural...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

French Roof Top Finial Epoque Napoleon III in Zinc
French Roof Top Finial Epoque Napoleon III in Zinc

French Roof Top Finial Epoque Napoleon III in Zinc

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This 19th-century French zinc rooftop finial features a beautifully weathered patina and originates from a courthouse in Northern France. Raised on a triangular base with a classical...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

19th Century French Terra Cotta Roof Finials or Garden Ornaments
19th Century French Terra Cotta Roof Finials or Garden Ornaments

19th Century French Terra Cotta Roof Finials or Garden Ornaments

Located in Winter Park, FL

A pair of 19th century terracotta decorative roof finials from a French chateau. Included are two tall architectural spires and two salvaged ornamental fleur-de-lis from the roof's r...

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Antique 19th Century French Beaux Arts Garden Ornaments

Materials

Terracotta

Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Fabric Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve
Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Fabric Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve

Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Fabric Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve

By Ramón Esteve, Vondom

Located in Alcamo, IT

The quick-dry outdoor cushions ensure maximum comfort and resistance to the elements, making the Vineyard Daybed an ideal centrepiece for terraces, gardens, poolside areas, or resort...

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2010s Italian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration    A beautiful piece
Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration    A beautiful piece

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration A beautiful piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration A beautiful piece of folk architecture from the Indian continent, the corbel was usually found marking doorways warding ...

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Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian Architectural Elements

Materials

Teak

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration    A beautiful piece
Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration    A beautiful piece

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration A beautiful piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Ancient Carved Wooden Architectural Indian Roof Decoration A beautiful piece of folk architecture from the Indian continent, the corbel was usually found marking doorways warding ...

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Antique 19th Century Anglo Raj Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Oversized Circa 1920 French Zinc Roof Finial as Lamp Base
Oversized Circa 1920 French Zinc Roof Finial as Lamp Base

Oversized Circa 1920 French Zinc Roof Finial as Lamp Base

Located in Dallas, TX

The metal has a gray hue but has developed areas of gold and black from exposure to the elements. Zinc finials are often used as decorative features atop roofs and domes, although in...

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Vintage 1920s French Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal, Zinc

1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Single pieces
1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Single pieces

1920's French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels - Single pieces

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels – Single pieces 1920’s French Decorative Zinc Roof Edging Panels – Single pieces. Original French early 20th century decorative roof ...

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Vintage 1920s French Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Woven Rope Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve
Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Woven Rope Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve

Vondom VINEYARD Daybed with Woven Rope Roof – Designed by Ramón Esteve

By Vondom, Ramón Esteve

Located in Alcamo, IT

The quick-dry cushions guarantee superior comfort and resistance to the elements, making this daybed ideal for terraces, gardens, poolside areas, and hospitality spaces.

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2010s Spanish Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Taoist Immortal on Rooster Roof Tile
Antique Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Taoist Immortal on Rooster Roof Tile

Antique Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Taoist Immortal on Rooster Roof Tile

Located in Pomona, CA

This Vintage Chinese Ceramic roof tile is 100% hand made and hand carved of Chinese traditional design. Roof tiles modeled in dragons and immortals are common on large houses, they a...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Chinese Tri Color Glazed Ceramic Dragon Roof Tile
Early 20th Century Chinese Tri Color Glazed Ceramic Dragon Roof Tile

Early 20th Century Chinese Tri Color Glazed Ceramic Dragon Roof Tile

Located in Pomona, CA

This Vintage Chinese Ceramic roof tile is 100% hand made and hand carved of Chinese traditional dragon design. It was used on top edges of building roof. Look at the pictures, there ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Three Antique French Zinc Flame Roof Finials, Circa 1850-1900
Set of Three Antique French Zinc Flame Roof Finials, Circa 1850-1900

Set of Three Antique French Zinc Flame Roof Finials, Circa 1850-1900

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful collection of 3 zinc flame roof finials. France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered, small losses. Measurement is individual and of the largest. H:32/44cm W:18,5cm D:cm

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

Rustic Tramp Art Wall Mirror, Handcarved, 19th Century, Austria ca. 1880
Rustic Tramp Art Wall Mirror, Handcarved, 19th Century, Austria ca. 1880

Rustic Tramp Art Wall Mirror, Handcarved, 19th Century, Austria ca. 1880

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Another great highlight to mention are the pointed "roof" elements on top. The backside has been closed with wooden panels and a handforged metal ring makes wall mounting easy.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Rustic Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Softwood

Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806
Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806

Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

The chariot itself is shaped like a tiered temple structure, complete with ornamental roof elements, flags, and sculptural details. A figure of Vishnu is seated within the shrine, un...

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Antique Early 1800s French Prints

Materials

Paper

Rare Anglo-Indian Painted Pagoda with Original Miniature-Decorated Stand
Rare Anglo-Indian Painted Pagoda with Original Miniature-Decorated Stand

Rare Anglo-Indian Painted Pagoda with Original Miniature-Decorated Stand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The structure is framed in dark lacquered wood with bamboo-motif turnings, the panels inset with finely woven cane. The rims, eaves, and roof elements are clad in wrapped and bound e...

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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Chinese Architectural Columns and Plinths – Ferrario Costume Antico, 1815
Chinese Architectural Columns and Plinths – Ferrario Costume Antico, 1815

Chinese Architectural Columns and Plinths – Ferrario Costume Antico, 1815

Located in Langweer, NL

At the center of the composition a beam structure with bracketed supports demonstrates how the horizontal roof elements connect to the vertical pillars. These bracket systems, known ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Chinese Patinated Bronze Architectural Pagoda Form Temple Towers
Pair of Chinese Patinated Bronze Architectural Pagoda Form Temple Towers

Pair of Chinese Patinated Bronze Architectural Pagoda Form Temple Towers

Located in New York, NY

The patina is evenly applied, with subtle highlights along the roof ridges and finial elements. The bases are constructed as separate components, fitted securely to the towers and fi...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Qing Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze

Kippel and the Bietschhorn Oil on Canvas Swiss Alps
Kippel and the Bietschhorn Oil on Canvas Swiss Alps

Kippel and the Bietschhorn Oil on Canvas Swiss Alps

Located in Vo', Veneto

The dense, overlapping knife strokes define the surfaces of the wooden houses, the shingle roofs and the masonry elements. At the centre, the roofs of the dwellings and the church to...

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Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Card tray "Architect" series by POPCORN
Card tray "Architect" series by POPCORN

Card tray "Architect" series by POPCORN

By POPCORN

Located in 加須市, 11

Card Tray  Material: Iron Series inspired by architectural elements Continuity of roofs and stairs Light structure is the theme of this series.

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2010s Japanese Bauhaus Desk Sets

Materials

Steel

William Alexander Drake Pastel on Masonite, Sheds at the Water
William Alexander Drake Pastel on Masonite, Sheds at the Water

William Alexander Drake Pastel on Masonite, Sheds at the Water

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A detail view of a shipping complex with wooden structures with roofed areas open to the elements. The sun shines on and through the roof in the center while a workman on a boat is s...

Category

20th Century American American Classical Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Masonite

Tenby, Coast of Wales Shoreline, View of Ocean & Village
Tenby, Coast of Wales Shoreline, View of Ocean & Village

Tenby, Coast of Wales Shoreline, View of Ocean & Village

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1960s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Erie Station, Elmira, New York Railroad Hub, Early 20th Century Cleveland School
Erie Station, Elmira, New York Railroad Hub, Early 20th Century Cleveland School

Erie Station, Elmira, New York Railroad Hub, Early 20th Century Cleveland School

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1930s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Chauderie and Pagotin Temples, India – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, 1806
Chauderie and Pagotin Temples, India – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, 1806

Chauderie and Pagotin Temples, India – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

The engraver has taken care to reproduce with precision the architectural elements, including roof details, temple iconography, and regional construction styles, while also capturing...

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Antique Early 1800s French Prints

Materials

Paper

Portrait of Woman with Fuchsia, Early 20th Century Still Life
Portrait of Woman with Fuchsia, Early 20th Century Still Life

Portrait of Woman with Fuchsia, Early 20th Century Still Life

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1930s American Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Watercolor of "Château d'Azay-le-Rideau Surrounded by the Indre River
French Watercolor of "Château d'Azay-le-Rideau Surrounded by the Indre River

French Watercolor of "Château d'Azay-le-Rideau Surrounded by the Indre River

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Seasonal Atmosphere: The warm tones of the autumn leaves provide a striking contrast to the cool blues of the château’s slate roof and the water. Foreground Elements: The inclusion o...

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Late 20th Century French School Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Pencil

On the Red Line, Black & Red Figural Abstract Ovoid, Cleveland School Artist
On the Red Line, Black & Red Figural Abstract Ovoid, Cleveland School Artist

On the Red Line, Black & Red Figural Abstract Ovoid, Cleveland School Artist

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1960s American Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Snow in Forest, Mid-Century Winter Landscape, Cleveland School Artist
Snow in Forest, Mid-Century Winter Landscape, Cleveland School Artist

Snow in Forest, Mid-Century Winter Landscape, Cleveland School Artist

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1940s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Sleeping Cat, Early 20th Century, Cleveland School Artist
Sleeping Cat, Early 20th Century, Cleveland School Artist

Sleeping Cat, Early 20th Century, Cleveland School Artist

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1920s American Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Torre di Tiberio, Tower of Tiberius, Capri, Italy Landscape, Cleveland School
Torre di Tiberio, Tower of Tiberius, Capri, Italy Landscape, Cleveland School

Torre di Tiberio, Tower of Tiberius, Capri, Italy Landscape, Cleveland School

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1950s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ovoid, geometrical figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School artist
Ovoid, geometrical figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School artist

Ovoid, geometrical figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School artist

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1990s American Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Over and Above: No. 6, Surreal Cat w/ Fish Bones, 20th Century Cleveland School
Over and Above: No. 6, Surreal Cat w/ Fish Bones, 20th Century Cleveland School

Over and Above: No. 6, Surreal Cat w/ Fish Bones, 20th Century Cleveland School

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1960s American Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Night Garden, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School
Night Garden, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School

Night Garden, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting, Cleveland School

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

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1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

The blind man, oil on canvas by Maurice Langaskens
The blind man, oil on canvas by Maurice Langaskens

The blind man, oil on canvas by Maurice Langaskens

By Maurice Langaskens

Located in Gent, VOV

A masterfully painted scene originating from the artist's studio In this painting, Langaskens brings together several motifs that were also the subject of his graphic work: the blin...

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20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Volcano and Arch, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Mid Century Cleveland School Artist
Volcano and Arch, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Mid Century Cleveland School Artist

Volcano and Arch, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Mid Century Cleveland School Artist

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1960s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Mandala No. 15, Abstract Ovoid Geometrical Mid-Century Painting Cleveland School
Mandala No. 15, Abstract Ovoid Geometrical Mid-Century Painting Cleveland School

Mandala No. 15, Abstract Ovoid Geometrical Mid-Century Painting Cleveland School

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1960s American Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Medieval Heads, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting
Medieval Heads, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting

Medieval Heads, mid-century figural surrealist acrylic painting

By Clarence Holbrook Carter

Located in Beachwood, OH

In the summer of 1927, Carter studied in Capri with the modernist Hans Hofmann, where he carried out compositional exercises in charcoal and paint, recording the lucid spatial order ...

Category

1960s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

French Roof Window
French Roof Window

French Roof Window

Unavailable|$4,400

French Roof Window

Located in London, GB

Cast Iron roof window with Mirrored glass. Ex French Château

Category

Antique 19th Century French Windows

Materials

Iron

Tall Antique Copper Roof Finial
Tall Antique Copper Roof Finial

Tall Antique Copper Roof Finial

Located in Chicago, IL

Over 5 ft tall original antique copper roof finial.

Category

Early 20th Century American Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper

Antique Carved Italian Roof Tile
Antique Carved Italian Roof Tile

Antique Carved Italian Roof Tile

Located in DeSoto, KS

This charming carved roof tile was used on a building in the town of Viterbo, near Rome. Made in the early 1800s, this terra cotta tile depicts a decorative flower design. A custom...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Architectural Elements

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Roof Elements For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of roof elements for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct roof elements — often made from metal, zinc and ceramic — can elevate any home. Roof elements have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Roof elements made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Folk Art — are very popular at 1stDibs. Roof elements have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Bavent, J. Filmont Caen and Jean Prouvé are consistently popular.

How Much are Roof Elements?

Roof elements can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,325, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $41,906.

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