1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Salesman sample from the 1940s most likely. Looks like it was made yesterday. Exquisitely
Vintage 1940s American Chippendale Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Salesman sample from the 1940s most likely. Looks like it was made yesterday. Exquisitely
Mahogany
Leather Wing Chair Salesman's Sample
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A tall backed salesman's sample wing chair with tall arms in olive/brown leather with brass nail
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Some history on salesman samples- An aggressive form of direct marketing by companies pushing
Wood
Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage jacketed kettle salesman sample. Being under 10 inches tall makes this stainless steel
Stainless Steel
French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest
Located in Tampa, FL
A turn of the century French salesman's sample of a chest in the bamboo style with a marble top
Marble
Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring
Located in Dekalb, IL
the ground and providing additional support to settling and lumpy mattresses. What makes this salesman
Steel
Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage tire manufacturing and repair machine salesman sample. This piece would have been shopped
Metal
Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample
Located in Dekalb, IL
entered the commercial warewashing market. This Crescent Dishwasher Salesman's Sample comes from the 1930s
Brass, Steel
Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool
Located in Hanover, MA
Interesting and unusual miniature Bauhaus 3-leg stool, possibly a salesman's sample or maquette
Brass, Nickel
American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
An American Empire mahogany miniature salesman's sample chest of drawers, mid-19th century. 12
Mahogany
Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Miniature salesman's sample of cabinet with two doors and four drawers. Beautifully made with
Mahogany
Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton
Located in Dekalb, IL
midcentury modern style while maintaining production practicality. This salesman sample demonstrates the full
Steel
Antique Leather Wardrobe Travel Trunk Salesman Sample
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rare antique leather and wood ribbed wardrobe travel trunk salesman sample with beautifully
Metal
Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage (possibly verging on antique) German industrial salesman sample. This piece, from an
Aluminum, Iron
c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper
Located in Dekalb, IL
in vacuum cleaners. This is the salesman sample that started a revolution in home cleaning. Kirby was
Steel
19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT 19th C. American Grey Iron Casting Co. "Spark" salesman's sample pot belly stove, cast iron
Iron
Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Miniature dresser with five drawers. Wonderful veneer finishes. Made as a salesman sample with
Burl
Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900
Located in Fraser, MI
Representational scale model drop-leaf table. Plank construction on hinges, turned legs. with plywood crossmembers, in cherrywood finish. One plywood crossmember is missing.
Cherry
$180Sale Price|60% Off
H 17 in W 8 in D 9 in
Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
and was used as a salesman's sample. The armchair is made from durable cast iron and has a sturdy seat
Iron
Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat
Located in Dekalb, IL
heavy carriages known as "drays" had a problem, and this wooden salesman sample seat provided a solution
Steel
American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest
Located in Morristown, NJ
. This attractive salesman sample is characterful with a lovely deep aged cherry color. This is one of
Wood, Cherry
c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty
Located in Dekalb, IL
Early 1900s; W.F. Dougherty & Sons - Philadelphia, PA This stainless steel salesman sample
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample
By John Broadwood & Sons
Located in Dekalb, IL
Early 1900s; John Broadwood & Sons - North Yorkshire, England This piano salesman sample comes
Brass
$2,995
H 37 in W 31.5 in D 14.75 in
Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Presenting an exquisite miniature Dutch marquetry cabinet, a beautifully crafted example of traditional European decorative arts. Standing 37" high x 31 1/2" wide x 14 3/4" deep, thi...
Tulipwood, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette
Located in Dekalb, IL
95950 from 1869. This salesman sample is made of cast iron. All pieces seem original. Includes a brass
Steel, Iron
$716Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 3.25 in W 6 in D 1.25 in
Pair English Regency Carved Hardwood Salesman Samples/Models of Boots/Shoes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of English Regency carved hardwood Salesman samples/models of leather boots. England, Circa
Hardwood
$1,450
H 12.5 in W 11.88 in D 11.88 in
Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A RARE AND FINE QUEEN ANNE MAHOGANY MINIATURE SALESMAN'S SAMPLE TILT-TOP CANDLESTAND England, circa
Mahogany
$3,750
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 10.75 in
French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors
Located in Atlanta, GA
salesman sample and nice patina, this 19th century French miniature secretary will be a lovely decorative
Mirror, Wood
$2,000 / set
H 8 in W 8 in D 12 in
Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
This is a rare set of salesman sample furniture made by Thonet, the master of bentwood furniture
Cane, Bentwood
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.88 in Dm 9.13 in
19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample
Located in Huntington, NY
An early 19th century mahogany tilt-top tripod table Mini, salesman or example sample. With
Mahogany
Vintage Salesman's Sample Picnic Table c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Vintage salesman’s sample picnic table with three wooden slats for the table top and one
Steel
Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample
Located in Charleston, SC
Antique Miniature Chest.
Wood
Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Very nice miniature dresser with brass hardware and detail
Brass
Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample
Located in East Geelong, VIC
This miniature copper kettle was probably a salesman's sample, which would be far easier to carry
Copper
Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk
Located in Berkeley, CA
Very nice and unusual scale of object, Industrial type with a piece of thick leather on top. Every drawer function.
Metal
Salesman Sample of Window Sash Mechanism
Located in North Egremont, MA
Cast iron and oak working model of a Victorian window raising mechanism, extensive stenciled text states "patent applied for Dr. I. Buckman, manufactured and sold by M. & J....
Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890
Located in Pasadena, CA
century. Walnut cupboard with ornate brass pulls, a great salesman sample.
Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Dentist Salesman Sample Set
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Interesting boxed set of three tooth samples exhibiting 10-karat gold fillings used in the
Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard
Located in Toronto, ON
Finely detailed and crafted this object is in mint condition. A wonderful example of old school workmanship and training.
Oak
Unavailable
H 12.75 in W 20 in D 12.5 in
Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle
Located in Miami, FL
American Federal mahogany salesman sample hooded cradle.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 4.75 in W 10 in D 4.5 in
Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Winnetka, IL
A four-piece set of miniature tubular furniture attributed to the Czech designer Jindrich Halabala (1903-1973). Halabala was a modernist Czech furniture designer who created function...
Chrome, Metal
Salesman's Sample Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
Model of a simple office desk, made of metal with vinyl top. Made in America circa 1920.
Metal
Early Plow Salesman's Sample
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an early and very well made miniature salesman's sample. Because of it's size it may also
Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove
Located in Petaluma, CA
glance you wouldn't think so. This is not a miniature or a toy. It is truly a salesman sample. This
Iron, Sheet Metal
Salesman's Sample Porcelain Toilet
Located in Culver City, CA
Unusual sample, only 14 inches in length by 9 inches in height, Thomas Maddock and Son's: Ariston
Porcelain
Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock
Located in Mexico City, MX
A big rare SmartKey salesman's sample lock by American lockset manufacturer Kwikset. The metal and
Metal, Bronze
Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders
Located in Culver City, CA
Carefully hand constructed ladders made of oak and metal. 12" - 16" max height.
Metal
Sold
H 13 in W 20 in D 7 in
19thc Salesman's Sample Brunswick Balke Collender Co. Liquor Decanter Bar w/Rail
By Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company 1
Located in Savannah, GA
I mean, have you ever? This rare travelling salesman sample miniature bar is in very good
Stainless Steel, Nickel
1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample
Located in Peekskill, NY
and little details that go far beyond a toy. I also call it a salesmen's sample but it can also be a
Wood
Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cool miniature has all the bells and whistles of a early step back cupboard from New England but in tiny format.It has square nailed construction and great form.Great just sitti...
Pine
19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest
Located in Tarrytown, NY
19th century salesman’s sample of a chest.
Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Cool salesman Sample Rattan set, after a design by Paul Frankl. I had a fit when i found this as
Rattan, Wicker
Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard
Located in Tampa, FL
A wonderful salesman sample cupboard with fabulous marquetry inlaid block design, brass gallery top
Brass
c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Unusual Brittany region antique French miniature armoire with full hinges and original lock.
These make great wall hangings!
Oak
19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mahogany and satinwood with a starburst patterned top, carved top edge, and a turned and reeded support on a tripod base with bun feet. With a wooden hinge on the bottom for the tilt...
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin
Located in Astoria, NY
Small scale female form mannequin, used to sell larger mannequins in department stores.Pearlized lacquer over wood, on a beveled glass base.
Reduced From: $1,250
Wood, Glass
Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample
By Smith Motor Wheel
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a 20 inch artillery style wheel and tire signed by Smith Motor Wheel Co. It still sits in the original leather strap carrying case.
Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form
Located in Astoria, NY
This rare salesman sample of a mannequin is made from gold velvet and sits on a chrome base.
Chrome
Pair Of Wonderful Salesman Sample Old Hickory Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PAIR OF OLD HICKORY SALESMAN SAMPLES OR SMALL CHILD PLAY CHAIRS. GREAT ON A SHELF OR FOR TEDDY
Salesman's Sample Victorian Mahogany Extension Table with Leaves
Located in San Francisco, CA
A well-crafted English Victorian salesman's sample of a mahogany 3-leaf dining table, complete with
Brass
Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display
By Dowson, Taylor and Co.
Located in Peekskill, NY
special. It's a lifelike working miniature salesman's sample of an automatic self-closing fire door. It is
Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display
By Flexible Flyer
Located in Peekskill, NY
production and that will make it a salesman's sample. The turned wood and brass articulated Stand must have
Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Large vintage salesman’s sample green canvas tent with metal poles, two mesh windows on each
Metal
Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900
Located in Petaluma, CA
The detail of this chair is so accurate that we can believe it may well be a salesman sample
Wicker
Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century
Located in Petaluma, CA
. We cannot say for sure whether it was a salesman's sample or just a miniature, but since it pays such
Metal
Antique Mahogany Tabletop Chest of Drawers, Salesman's Sample
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Highly polished finish with four graduated drawers with finely cast brass pulls. Raised on a carved block base. Condition: some chips to the frame, tarnished brass.
Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Adorable 3 drawer miniature bombay chest Made in Italy. Item feautures lovely curvaceous form, brass pulls, and decoratively lined drawers.
Brass
19th Century French Salesman Sample Wine Screw Press Model
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce period handcrafted miniature grape screw-press machine salesman sample. Massive industrial
Wood
Sold
H 8.25 in W 4.325 in D 11.25 in
Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage mahogany salesman sample Empire chest of three drawers, made in Indonesia for Froelich
Mahogany
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique miniature quartersawn oak salesman sample or doll furniture bowfront chest of four drawers
Oak
Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample Unsigned C1910 Measures - 10 1/4" x 13 1
Wood
Salesman's Sample Carriage Advertising the Seat Covering, circa 1900
By Eagle Tool and Metal Mfg.
Located in Petaluma, CA
sold many advertising and salesman sample items, but we've never seen this before.
Brass
Sold
H 14.5 in W 14.5 in D 8.75 in
Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique oak salesman sample miniature bar cabinet with mirrored back splash, glass front doors and
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Primitive early American miniature salesman sample walnut bed with two pillows. Measures
Walnut
Sold
H 30.5 in W 6.25 in D 11.75 in
Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
Turn of the century artisinal bookcase. Features a serpentine and saw tooth crown, four shelves, finished in black. Measure: 31".
Hardwood, Paint
Sold
H 12.25 in W 9.5 in D 5.25 in
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique salesman sample quartersawn oak dresser or jewelry keepsake chest with five drawers
Oak
Sold
H 16 in W 18 in D 11.75 in
Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century antique Victorian miniature salesman sample drop-leaf gateleg dining table
Hardwood
Sold
H 17.25 in W 8.25 in D 15 in
Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
American Empire miniature salesman sample tallboy chest of drawers, circa 1850s. Made from
Oak, Pine
Sold
H 13.69 in W 15 in D 9.69 in
Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
serious collector of English antiques or anyone with a passion for miniatures and Salesman samples
Brass
Sold
H 10.75 in W 10.5 in L 10.75 in
19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century miniature mahogany Salesman Sample chest of drawers with inlay Beautiful salesman
Mahogany
Sold
H 15.5 in W 5 in D 7.5 in
19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
19th century artisan cupboard. Made from pine with glass front, two interior shelves and two lower drawers and backsplash.
Glass, Pine
Sold
H 7 in W 7.5 in D 6 in
Salesman's Sample Clawfoot Bathtub w/ Shower Attachment, All Original, 1920's
Located in Petaluma, CA
This wonderful Salesman's sample of a bathtub looks exactly like it should, has all the bells and
Metal
Sold
H 16.25 in W 15.88 in D 7.38 in
Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An exceptional specimen, this well preserved work was likely crafted as a salesman's sample to
Mahogany, Pine
Sold
H 11.03 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Small Antique Swedish Foot Stool, Salesman's Sample Model, Mid-19th Century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Model of an antique Swedish foot stool from the mid-19th century. Most likely made for a sales man of furniture to show the customer a smaller version of the real thing. Made in Elm ...
Rattan, Elm
Sold
H 11.2 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
SALESMAN SAMPLE 1890 Barrels Moving Hand Cart Dolly In Oakwood, Iron & Copper
Located in Miami, FL
A late 19th century salesman sample of a hand moving cart truck. This is a miniature scale model
Copper, Iron
Sold
H 5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Rare Half Moon Salesman Sample Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair and Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Salesman Sample Mini Rattan livingroom set featuring a Paul Frankl style lounge chair, rocking
Rattan
Salesman's Sample Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
Model of a simple office desk, made of metal with vinyl top. Made in America, circa 1920.
Metal
1800s Railway Car Salesman Sample
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nicely detailed Clerestory Parlor Railway Car salesman sample. It was created for the
Wood
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H.
Wood
Pair of Georgian Style Wingback Chairs Upholstered in Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Wing Back Chairs in the Style of Georgian. Newly upholstered in Linen with a cord welt to the cushions. A wonderful pair and very comfortable. The linen has a pink cast an...
Linen, Upholstery, Cord, Wood
$4,400
H 44 in W 19.5 in D 17 in
19th Century American Country General Store Carpenter Model Trade Shop Display
Located in Forney, TX
A rare, unusual, and most charming diminutive hand-crafted Gold Rush era American country general store counter merchant desk. Mid-19th century, United States, most likely commissi...
Wrought Iron
$9,567 / set
H 43.51 in W 30.52 in D 36.42 in
PAIR OF VINTAGE TAN BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD WINGBACK CHAIRS WITH FOOTSTOOLS
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, lightly restored pair of vintage Chesterfield tufted English wingback armchairs with custom m...
Leather
Miniature Salesman's Leather Tufted Club Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic form club chair Salesman's sample in a mottled brown leather with button tufted shaped back and rolled arms with brass nail head trim. With separate seat cushion and raise...
Leather, Wood
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