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1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

1940s Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Salesman sample from the 1940s most likely. Looks like it was made yesterday. Exquisitely detailed, child-sized Chippendale chair with removable seat. It was made to be carried do...

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Vintage 1940s American Chippendale Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Leather Wing Chair Salesman's Sample
Leather Wing Chair Salesman's Sample

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 head trim. In a good antique worn patina. Raised on square dark wood legs. H. 32 1/2...

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Early 20th Century Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample
Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample

Vintage Barn Architectural Model/Salesman Sample

Located in Dekalb, IL

Handcrafted architectural barn salesman sample or educational framing model constructed from painted wood with removable roof sections and exposed structural framing. The model featu...

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity
Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity

Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Some history on salesman samples- An aggressive form of direct marketing by companies pushing their specific products, these miniature goods, known as salesman samples, were easily ...

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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle
Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle

Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle

Located in Dekalb, IL

Vintage jacketed kettle salesman sample. Being under 10 inches tall makes this stainless steel salesman sample much easier to carry around than the 50 or 100-gallon tank it represen...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stainless Steel

French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest
French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest

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. Circa 1900 to 1915. Three handles missing.

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Antique Early 1900s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Marble

Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine
Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine

Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine

Located in Dekalb, IL

Vintage tire manufacturing and repair machine salesman sample. This piece would have been shopped around to various service stations and garages. Its purpose was to vulcanize tires,...

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Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring
Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring

Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring

Located in Dekalb, IL

Early 1900s; Unbranded Early box springs were a pretty simple concept, lifting the mattress off the ground and providing additional support to settling and lumpy mattresses. What ma...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample
Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample

Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample

Located in Dekalb, IL

1930s; The Hobart Manufacturing Company - Troy, OH Hobart was originally founded in 1897 by engineer Charles Hobart. When the company bought out The Crescent Washing Machine Company...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Steel

Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool
Salesman Sample Bauhaus Three Legged Stool

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. Round seat is black lacquered turned wood ~7.5 inches diameter by 1 inch thick.

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet
Miniature Salesman's Sample of Neoclassical Inlaid Cabinet

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 inlaid banding details. Would make a sweet little Jewelry box for keepsakes.

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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton
Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton

Vintage Salesmans Sample Drafting Desk by Hamilton

Located in Dekalb, IL

1950s; Hamilton Manufacturing Co. - Two Rivers, WI Founded in 1880 by J.E. Hamilton and initially produced wood type, Hamilton Mfg eventually expanded to other products like cabinet...

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Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover
Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover

Early "Samson" Wind Mill Salesman Sample by Stover

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1900s-1910s; Stover Manufacturing and Engine Co. - Freeport, IL Cast iron and steel tabletop salesman sample of the "Samson" windmill, mounted on a four-leg tower with cross-brac...

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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel, Iron

Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt
Vintage Salesman Sample Rip Saw with Conveyor Belt

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 unknown manufacturer, is a scale model version of a rip saw and conveyor belt system. Th...

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Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table
Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Jacobean Style Walnut Table

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Rare antique miniature solid walnut table represents a so-called salesman sample, or a scaled model of a full-size furniture piece available for purchase or order. It was common in G...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Jacobean Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut

c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper
c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper

c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper

Located in Dekalb, IL

1910s; Premier Vaccum Cleaner Co. - Cleveland, OH The Frantz Premier vacuum, also known as "the broomstick," was an electric sweeper designed by James B. Kirby, who would later beco...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove
19th c. Spark Salesman's Sample Pot Belly Stove

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 with black finish, pot belly with hinged door to load wood, lever mechanism to rele...

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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case
Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case

Vintage MATACO Knobs and Fixtures Salesman Sample Case

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1940s/1950s; MATACO (Machine and Tool Accessories Company), Inc. - Cleveland, OH Fitted machinist’s gauge and setup tool set housed in a black textured carrying case with dual me...

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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow
Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow

Vintage Fire Hydrant Cutaway Salesman Sample by Clow

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1950s-1960s; Clow Corporation - Oskaloosa, IA Factory cutaway demonstrator model of a Clow fire hydrant, mounted vertically on a hardwood display base and housed in its original ...

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Mid-20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s
Antique Miniature Dresser, Inlaid Burl, Salesman Sample, Ca. 1880s

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 original knob hardware.

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Antique 19th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Burl

Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900
Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900

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.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Models and Miniatures

Materials

Cherry

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair

Located in Waxahachie, TX

This small cast iron armchair is a unique addition to any collection. It stands at 17 inches tall and was used as a salesman's sample. The armchair is made from durable cast iron and...

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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat
Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat

Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat

Located in Dekalb, IL

1890s-1910s; J. W. Wilson's Swing Seat, Manchester, NH. In the late 1800s, drivers of wagons and heavy carriages known as "drays" had a problem, and this wooden salesman sample seat...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest
American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest

American 4 Drawer Antique Salesman's Sample Cherry Veneered Chest

Located in Morristown, NJ

19th c., American, four drawer miniature chest with Sheraton style pulls, on scalloped blocked feet. This attractive salesman sample is characterful with a lovely deep aged cherry co...

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Antique 19th Century American Sheraton Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Cherry

c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty
c. 1900 Salesman Sample Stainless Cooling Machine by WF Dougherty

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 cooling machine is something rarely seen. William F. Dougherty was born December 11, 1...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample
Early 20th Century John Broadwood & Sons Upright Piano Salesmans Sample

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 from one of the oldest continuous piano manufacturers in the world. Originally establi...

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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box
Rare Miniature Inlaid Dutch Marquetry Salesman's Sample or Jewelry Box

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...

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Antique 1890s Dutch Dutch Colonial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Tulipwood, Walnut

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette
Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Salesman Sample Plow by Morcrette

Located in Dekalb, IL

1860s-70s; François Morcrette - Cugny, Aisne, France Morcrette (sometimes spelled Morcrétté) was a blacksmith and plow manufacturer based in the small town of Cugny in the mid-to-la...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel, Iron

Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table
Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table

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 last quarter of the 18th century Item # 403RPJ02P An exceedingly fine and rare sa...

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Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors
French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors

French 19th Century Salesman Sample Miniature Slant Front Secretary with Mirrors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French miniature slant front secretary from the 19th century, with arched mirrors and gilt accents. Created in France during the 19th century, this miniature slant front secretary ...

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Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet
Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet

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 creator of the iconic bentwood chairs that altered the direction of furniture design....

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Antique 1890s Austrian De Stijl Models and Miniatures

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample
19th Century Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table, Mini, Salesman or Example Sample

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 tilt-top, tripod base.

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Models and Miniat...

Materials

Mahogany

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Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample
Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 12.25 in D 5.5 in

Miniature Chest / Salesman Sample

Located in Charleston, SC

Antique Miniature Chest.

Category

Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest
Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Unavailable

H 18.5 in W 23.5 in D 13.5 in

Vintage Salesman's Sample Chest

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Very nice miniature dresser with brass hardware and detail

Category

Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample
Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample

Miniature Copper Kettle, Salesman's Sample

Unavailable

H 3.38 in Dm 3 in

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 around than a proper sized one. The body is copper, the knob for the lid is brass, a...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper

Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk
Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk

Salesman Sample 1940s Metal Desk

Unavailable

H 11 in W 15.5 in D 10 in

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.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Salesman Sample of Window Sash Mechanism
Salesman Sample of Window Sash Mechanism

Salesman Sample of Window Sash Mechanism

Unavailable

H 28 in W 5 in D 5 in

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....

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890
Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

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H 19 in W 16.75 in D 7 in

Salesman's Sample Miniature Bombay Chest Hutch c.1890

Located in Pasadena, CA

Antique Dutch miniature bombay (bombe) style china cabinet/hutch/chest dates to the late 19th century. Walnut cupboard with ornate brass pulls, a great salesman sample.

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures

Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Dentist Salesman Sample Set
Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Dentist Salesman Sample Set

Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Dentist Salesman Sample Set

Unavailable

H 2.5 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in

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 1930s.This sample set was brought around to dentists so they can buy the tooth filling prod...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard
Apprentice Model or Salesman's Sample Miniature Oak Sideboard

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle
Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle

Rare American Federal Period Mahogany Salesman Sample Hooded Cradle

Located in Miami, FL

American Federal mahogany salesman sample hooded cradle.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala
Art Deco/Bauhaus Salesman's Sample Furniture Group/Jindrich Halabala

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...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Salesman's Sample Desk
Salesman's Sample Desk

Salesman's Sample Desk

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H 10.25 in W 26.25 in D 11.75 in

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.

Category

Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Early Plow Salesman's Sample
Early Plow Salesman's Sample

Early Plow Salesman's Sample

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H 20 in W 36 in D 14 in

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 have been an in store display. The paint and finish is all original.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove
Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

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H 25.5 in W 17.5 in D 15.5 in

Salesman Sample Woodburning Stove

Located in Petaluma, CA

Would you like to own something that everytime you look at it you smile? This rare and collectible stove is at the top of the list of collectibles. One person can lift and carry it,...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

Salesman's Sample Porcelain Toilet
Salesman's Sample Porcelain Toilet

Salesman's Sample Porcelain Toilet

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H 9 in W 7.5 in D 14 in

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 Silent Model Trenton, New Jersey

Category

Vintage 1930s American Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain

Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock
Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock

Kwikset SmartKey Salesman's Sample Lock

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H 9.06 in W 13 in D 11.03 in

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 bronze lock has an acrylic drum. The drum works as an exhibition case that shows th...

Category

Early 2000s American Post-Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders
Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

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H 16 in W 0.5 in D 2 in

Collection of Salesman Sample Ladders

Located in Culver City, CA

Carefully hand constructed ladders made of oak and metal. 12" - 16" max height.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

19thc Salesman's Sample Brunswick Balke Collender Co. Liquor Decanter Bar w/Rail
19thc Salesman's Sample Brunswick Balke Collender Co. Liquor Decanter Bar w/Rail

19thc Salesman's Sample Brunswick Balke Collender Co. Liquor Decanter Bar w/Rail

By Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company 1

Located in Savannah, GA

This rare travelling salesman sample miniature bar is in very good condition and is labeled Brunswick Balke-Collender Co. in clear and vibrant lettering.

Category

Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample
1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample

1800s Fire Ladder Wagon Salesman's Sample

Located in Peekskill, NY

I have very little background on this item. I call it late 1800 but could be as late as 1910 because it may be a model of a very early self propelled ladder truck. I spent some time ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard
Miniature 19thc Salesman Sample Stepback Cupboard

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...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Pine

19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest
19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest

19th Century Salesman’s Sample of a Chest

Located in Tarrytown, NY

19th century salesman’s sample of a chest.

Category

Antique 19th Century Models and Miniatures

Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set
Paul Frankl style Salesman Sample Rattan Set

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 it looks like the real thing and it's in very good condition. Measurements are for ...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers
American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

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H 13.25 in W 12.75 in D 7.25 in

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 ¾ inches wide by 7 ¼ inches deep by 13 ¼ inches tall

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard
Early 19th Century French Salesman Sample Cupboard

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, interior shelf and a lower drawer. Fruitwood and Walnut. Early 19th century, France.

Category

Antique 1810s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample
Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample

Mid-20th Century American Salesman's Window Sample

Located in Chicago, IL

A mid-20th century American showroom sample, this little window is a perfect miniature of an arched bow-front single-hung design—its curved crown lending a quiet sense of architectur...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample
c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample

c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample

Located in Highwood, IL

Unusual Brittany region antique French miniature armoire with full hinges and original lock.
These make great wall hangings!

Category

20th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table
19th Century Salesman's Sample Tilt-Top Table

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...

Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin
Mid Century Salesman Sample of Vogue Mannequin

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

Category

20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Glass

Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample
Very Rare Smith Motor Wheel Salesmans Sample

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.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form
Mid Century Salesman Sample Small Scale Dress Form

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.

Reduced From: $775

Category

20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Chrome

Pair Of Wonderful Salesman Sample Old Hickory Chairs
Pair Of Wonderful Salesman Sample Old Hickory Chairs

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 BEARS .SOLD AS A PAIR.GREAT CONDITION.

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Vintage 1930s American Side Chairs

Salesman's Sample Victorian Mahogany Extension Table with Leaves
Salesman's Sample Victorian Mahogany Extension Table with Leaves

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 leaf holder, the table with turned legs ending in brass casters. Possibly a piece ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display
Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display

Salesman's Sample, Automatic Tin Clad Fire Door Display

By Dowson, Taylor and Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

Everyone that walks into the showroom seems to gravitate to this one item. All the detail including it's tin plate construction, hardware, brass plaque and mini brick wall add up to ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display
Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display

Early Miniature Flexible Flyer Salesman's Sample Counter Display

By Flexible Flyer

Located in Peekskill, NY

We have never seen one of these before. The finish and decal tells me this one is early. Flexible Flyer goes back to the late 19th century. The size is much smaller than anything the...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940
Vintage Salesman's Sample Canvas Camping Tent c.1940

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 side and one large mesh window in the back. Large mesh doors in front that zip clo...

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900
Miniature Wicker Chair, Possibly Salesman Sample, circa 1900

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. Dollhouse, or toy furniture is not made with this kind of attention to detail. Please st...

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Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wicker

Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century
Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century

Miniature, Salesman's Sample Walnut French Armoire, 19th Century

Located in Petaluma, CA

This most remarkable miniature walnut armoire has survived well over 100 years, and is still intact. We cannot say for sure whether it was a salesman's sample or just a miniature, bu...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Antique Mahogany Tabletop Chest of Drawers, Salesman's Sample
Antique Mahogany Tabletop Chest of Drawers, Salesman's Sample

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.

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Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Models and Miniatures

Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest
Vintage Italian Miniature Bombay Commode - Salesman Sample Chest

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.

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20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Salesman Sample Wine Screw Press Model
19th Century French Salesman Sample Wine Screw Press Model

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 machines used for winemaking throughout French and Italian vineyards in the 17th, ...

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Antique 19th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest
Froelich Furniture Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Empire Dresser Chest

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 Furniture.   

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Mid-20th Century Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910
Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910

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 1/8" x 7 1/8" This antique steam engine tractor model, dating back to circa 1910, is...

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Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Gallery Dresser Dollhouse Chest

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 with gallery edge or back splash and black drawer pulls. Measure:6”.  

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Antique 19th Century Rustic Models and Miniatures

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Oak

Salesman's Sample Carriage Advertising the Seat Covering, circa 1900
Salesman's Sample Carriage Advertising the Seat Covering, circa 1900

Salesman's Sample Carriage Advertising the Seat Covering, circa 1900

By Eagle Tool and Metal Mfg.

Located in Petaluma, CA

This most unusual item is actually made to demonstrate and promote the sale of the oil cloth that covers the seat. Bearing the trademark "A. F. Buchanan & Sons, N.Y." this company we...

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Antique Early 1900s American Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror
Victorian Salesman Sample Miniature Oak Bookcase Curio Cabinet with Mirror

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 three shelves.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Oak

Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed
Antique Primitive Early American Miniature Salesman Sample Walnut Doll Bed

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: 18".   

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Antique 19th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut

Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase
Antique Miniature Folk Art Primitive Salesman Sample Bookshelf Bookcase

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".  

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Early 20th Century Primitive Models and Miniatures

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture
Antique Miniature Oak Salesman Sample Dresser Chest Toy Doll Furniture

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. Measure: 12".     

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak

Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table
Antique Miniature Victorian Salesman Sample Drop-Leaf Gateleg Dining Table

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. Features a plank top with oval gateleg extensions. Measures: 18".  

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Early 20th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest
Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest

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 quartersawn oak and pine with three drawers, turned posts and bun feet.  

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Antique 1850s American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Oak, Pine

Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780
Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780

Rare English Georgian Miniature Antique Table, Salesman's Sample c. 1780

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This is an exceptional find that remains preserved in nearly untouched condition, the replaced brass hardware not withstanding, after well over two hundred years. Probably crafted a...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay
19th Century Miniature Mahogany Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers with Inlay

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 sample chest of drawers from stunning flame mahogany drawer fronts and inlay. Th...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet
19th Century Early American Pine Cupboard Miniature Salesman Sample Cabinet

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.

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Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Pine

Salesman's Sample Clawfoot Bathtub w/ Shower Attachment, All Original, 1920's
Salesman's Sample Clawfoot Bathtub w/ Shower Attachment, All Original, 1920's

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 whistles the original had. It was an example of the Hunker's Co. which is plainly wr...

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Vintage 1920s American Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800
Miniature Antique American Federal Salesmans Sample Chest of Drawers, circa 1800

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 assist in selling larger forms of the same chest. It was crafted with utmost care and a...

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Small Antique Swedish Foot Stool, Salesman's Sample Model, Mid-19th Century
Small Antique Swedish Foot Stool, Salesman's Sample Model, Mid-19th Century

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 ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Models and Miniatures

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Rattan, Elm

SALESMAN SAMPLE 1890 Barrels Moving Hand Cart Dolly In Oakwood, Iron & Copper
SALESMAN SAMPLE 1890 Barrels Moving Hand Cart Dolly In Oakwood, Iron & Copper

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 of a hand moving cart truck created as a sample in the late 19th century. This antiq...

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Antique 1890s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper, Iron

Rare Half Moon Salesman Sample Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair and Rocking Chair
Rare Half Moon Salesman Sample Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair and Rocking Chair

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 chair, and sofa, each with double strand half moon arms. Miniature furniture sets ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Rattan

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Salesmans Sample Bar For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the salesmans sample bar you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every salesmans sample bar was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a salesmans sample bar — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A salesmans sample bar is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Regency styles are sought with frequency. A well-made salesmans sample bar has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hebbar, LaZ-Boy and Omersa are consistently popular.

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