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Rare Evald Nielsen Number 14 Sharpening Steel in Hammered Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Evald Nielsen number 14 sharpening steel in hammered silver and stainless steel. 1920s
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

German Stainless Steel Knife Fork Carving Set Mother of Pearl Handles, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
, circa 20th century, Solingen, Germany. Set includes carving knife, fork, and sharpening steel, all with
Category

20th Century German Serving Pieces

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century Buffalo Skinners Outfit Kit
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Excellent shape 19th century buffalo skinners outfit with 5 period knives, 2 scales, sharpening
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Antique Late 19th Century American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Other

Sheffield English Stag Antler Handled, Sterling Capped Carving Set, 3 Pcs
By Sheffield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, fork, and sharpening steel. A beautifully made set, heavy and substantial. Perfect for table side
Category

Mid-20th Century English International Style Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Sterling Silver Tiffany Carving Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, circa 1950. The set includes a carving fork and knife and a sharpening steel to keep your blade in
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Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fork Sharpening steel This exceptional service benefits from a solid silver fish service. The pieces
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Vintage 1970s British Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Eight Persons
By Gee & Holmes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spoons Pair of sauce ladles Carving knife Carving fork Sharpening steel This impressive service
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Vintage 1950s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Large carving knife Large carving fork Small carving knife Small carving fork Sharpening steel This
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Kent's Knife Cleaning, Polishing & Sharpening Wheel with Original Labels
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique Victorian knife cleaning and sharpening machine was made by Kent's of London England
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Stone, Metal

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By Viners 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carving knife Game carving knife Large carving fork Small carving fork Bread knife Sharpening steel
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20th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Sandringham Pattern Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Person
By Viners 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carving fork Sharpening steel This impressive service benefits from an extensive range of serving pieces
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

C.J. Vander 994-Piece Silver Flatware Service
By C.J. Vander
Located in New Orleans, LA
-piece set includes: 82 table forks 82 soup spoons 82 table knives with stainless steel blades 82
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20th Century English Tableware

Materials

Silver

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary Galvanized Steel Large Dining Table "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, high polished steel Contemporary Design
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21st Century and Contemporary German Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary White Steel Sideboard with Light "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 High polished steel, white powder-coated steel Contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Sideboards

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary Kitchen Banana Hanger Steel Germany "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
galvanized steel, this series is taking a further step by quite literally sharpening our connection to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Outdoor Contemporary Object Brushed Steel Ashtray "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Brushed steel Contemporary Design Measurements 22 cm x 17 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary Grey Upholstery Galvanized Steel Chair with Light
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, high polished steel, upholstery Contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Outdoor Steel Grey Upholstery Chair with Umbrella Sam Chermayeff
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, high polished steel, upholstery Contemporary Design Measurements
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21st Century and Contemporary German Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary White Powder-Coated Steel Side Table Wardrobe Sam Chermayeff
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
GALLERY Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, white powder-coated steel
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21st Century and Contemporary German Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary Steel Upholstery Chair with Mirror Table Attached
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gallery Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, mirror, upholstery Contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary German Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Steel Streetlight Mirror Coffee Table Sam Chermayeff "Beasts" Serie
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, mirror Contemporary Design Measurements
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21st Century and Contemporary German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Grey Upholstery Steel Outdoor Triangle Chaise Sofa Sam Chermayeff
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
entirely of galvanized steel, this series is taking a further step by quite literally sharpening our
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21st Century and Contemporary German Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Seating Black Vinyl Upholstery Steel Club Chair "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, black vinyl upholstery Contemporary Design
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21st Century and Contemporary German Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary Steel Grey Upholstery Outdoor Garden Double Chaise
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
for SIDE GALLERY Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 Galvanized steel, upholstery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Contemporary White Buffet Seat Steel Mirror "Beasts" Series
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by ERTL und ZULL Berlin, 2021 White powder-coated steel, mirror, upholstery Contemporary Design
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21st Century and Contemporary German Buffets

Materials

Steel

Sam Chermayeff Mirror Table Steel Standing Lamp Contemporary Lighting furniture
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by Sam Chermayeff Berlin, 2021 Steel, mirror, upholstery Contemporary Design Measurements
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21st Century and Contemporary German Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Steel Daybed Tube Light Chaise Contemporary Furniture by Sam Chermayeff
By Sam Chermayeff
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured by Sam Chermayeff Berlin, 2021 Steel, upholstery Contemporary Design Measurements 200 cm x
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21st Century and Contemporary German Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Antique Ice Skate Blade File
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Ice Skate File. An unusual hand held ice skate blade file. The body of this sharpening tool
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Antique 1890s British Edwardian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

Antique Ice Skate Blade File
Antique Ice Skate Blade File
H 2 in W 4 in D 1 in
Babel Collection, PLA N2 Organizer
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
in order to sharpen daily inspiration. Iludi challenges the combination of colors and reverse
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

Babel Collection, PLA N2 Organizer
Babel Collection, PLA N2 Organizer
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H 4.73 in W 13.78 in D 4.73 in
Flor De Lótus Armchair
By Sergio Matos
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
culture of the East and sharpens the blossoming of meanings rooted in Buddhist philosophy and Asian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Flor De Lótus Armchair
Flor De Lótus Armchair
H 31.89 in W 35.44 in D 40.95 in
Babel Collection, PLA Vase
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
in order to sharpen daily inspiration. Iludi challenges the combination of colors and reverse
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases

Materials

Steel

Babel Collection, PLA Vase
Babel Collection, PLA Vase
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H 9.85 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in
Alira Swing
By Sergio Matos
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
Organicity that sharpens the senses and awakens memories. The sensoriality of Balanço Alira resides
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alira Swing
Alira Swing
H 32.49 in W 39.97 in D 36.23 in
Vintage Saunders Rota Trim Mastercut II Rotary Paper Cutter Trimmer
Located in Dayton, OH
1996 Rota Trim Mastercut II rotary guillotine paper cutter / trimmer with self-sharpening tungsten
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Late 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Composition, Metal

Animated Louis XVI/ Empire mantel clock
Located in HAARLEM, NL
is sharpening his arrow to make somebody fell in love.The rotating white marble circular stone is
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Griotte Marble, Bronze

Animated Louis XVI/ Empire mantel clock
Animated Louis XVI/ Empire mantel clock
H 22.84 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in
Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
two parts: a softer iron body, extending into the handle, and a hard steel cutting piece hammer-welded
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

City of Rome Fine Architectural Engraving Printed in Italy, 1816, Matted
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, and the design is engraved into the metal using a special tool called a “burin.” A burin is a steel
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Antique 1810s Italian Classical Roman Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Hand- Colored French Garden Engravings by Laborge Printed in 1818
Located in Palm Springs, CA
called a “burin.” A burin is a steel rod that’s sharpened diagonally at one end to create a controllable
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Antique Early 1800s French French Provincial Prints

Materials

Paper

Beautiful and Chic Hand-Colored Dutch Garden Engraving by Visscher, 1719 w/ Mat
Located in Palm Springs, CA
called a “burin.” A burin is a steel rod that’s sharpened diagonally at one end to create a controllable
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Antique 1710s Dutch Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Fine Engravings of City of Rome, Italy, Matted, Printed in 1816
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, and the design is engraved into the metal using a special tool called a “burin.” A burin is a steel
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Antique 1810s Italian Classical Roman Prints

Materials

Paper

Hand-Colored Engraving of a Charming Holland Neighborhood 1710 Matted
Located in Palm Springs, CA
tool called a “burin.” A burin is a steel rod that’s sharpened diagonally at one end to create a
Category

Antique 1710s Dutch Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Paper

Japan Mid Century "Wave" Hardwood Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
into the handle, and a hard steel cutting piece hammer-welded to the body. Blades are hollow-ground to
Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Frenc Marble Clock with Patinated Bronze Grand Tour Sculpture of the Arrotino
Located in London, GB
excellent. The silvered bronze dial with Roman numerals and blued steel moon hands is signed above the 6
Category

Antique 1820s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Fred Schumm Lifesize Whimsical Painted Wood Sculpture of a Nude
By Fred Schumm
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hall has pieces in various stages of completion, from an eight-foot-tall, stainless steel sculpture he
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Fred Schumm Stone Mountain Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, from an eight-foot-tall, stainless steel sculpture he calls "Aviary" to a solid, six-foot log of black
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Vintage 1980s American Garden Ornaments

Fred Schumm Stone Mountain Sculpture
Fred Schumm Stone Mountain Sculpture
H 12.5 in W 18.25 in D 8.25 in
Whimsical Wood Sculpture by Noted NJ Artist Fred Schumm
By Fred Schumm
Located in Palm Springs, CA
-tall, stainless steel sculpture he calls "Aviary" to a solid, six-foot log of black locust waiting to
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Danish Midcentury Carving Knife and Fork, Kay Bojesen, Universal Steel Company
By Kay Bojesen, Universal Steel Company
Located in Denmark, DK
A Danish midcentury carving knife, fork, and sharpening steel with rosewood handles by Kay Bojesen
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

1895 Ravinet French Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set New Stainless Steel Blades
By Louis Ravinet and Charles D'Enfert 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
workmanship of this set is exceptional. The blades were changed and sharpened by a master cutler. No
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Antique 1890s French Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Antique French Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set 12 Pc New Stainless Steel Blades
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
and workmanship of this set is exceptional. The blades were changed and sharpened by a master cutler
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Sterling Silver

Materials

Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver

Antique French Silver Carved Ebony Dinner Knife Set of 12 Pieces, Box, Shell
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
knife set with rare carved ebony handles, silver ferrules and collars. Stainless steel blades engraved
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Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

French Silver Ebony Dinner Knife Set 12 pc Renaissance Stainless Blades
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
set with ebony handles, silver ferrules and collars. Stainless steel blades engraved Inoxydable
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Antique Early 1900s French Renaissance Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

Boulenger French Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set 12 Piece New Stainless Blades
By Charles Boulenger
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
and workmanship of this set is exceptional. The blades were changed and sharpened by a master cutler
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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

1900s French Silver Horn Entremet Dessert Knife Set of Six Pieces, Art Nouveau
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
entremet knife set with rare horn handles, silver ferrules and collars. Stainless steel blades engraved
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Henin Rare French Sterling Silver Ebony Flatware Set 85 Pieces, Mascaron
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
knife set with ebony handles, sterling silver ferrules and collars. The blades are steel and are marked
Category

Antique 1890s French Renaissance Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Pendant Light from Etched Glass Seltzer Water Bottle, Clear or Blue
Located in Madison, WI
-wired or plug-in suspended from a stainless steel wall bracket. Jewish immigrants introduced seltzer
Category

20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Steel

Iron Armillary Sphere
Located in Culver City, CA
sharpening stone from the mid-19th century. The rings are from 19th century wagon wheels. The outer ring with
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Brass, Copper

Iron Armillary Sphere
Iron Armillary Sphere
H 79 in W 73 in D 73 in
Rosenthal Siena Complete Barbecue 6p Cutlery, Designed by Bjorn Wiinblad, 1970s
By Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rosenthal Siena complete barbecue 6p. cutlery incl. sharpening steel, serving spoon and carving
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Vintage 1970s German Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Eight-Setting Cutlery Canteen by Mappin & Webb, Circa 1960
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
handles. Together with original carving knife and sharpening steel. Neatly arranged in a Walnut box
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Knife Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1970s Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons by Garrard & Co
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sharpening steel The components of this canteen, including the original knives were crafted by the
Category

Vintage 1970s English Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sharpening steel The components of this canteen, including the original knives were crafted by the
Category

Vintage 1970s English Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
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H 0.04 in W 0.04 in D 0.04 in
Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Eight Persons
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Additional Pieces: 4 Table/serving spoons Carving knife Carving fork Sharpening steel This impressive
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Vintage 1970s British Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sharpening Steel For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sharpening steel available at 1stDibs. Each sharpening steel for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. If you’re shopping for a sharpening steel, we have 85 options in-stock, while there are 25 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sharpening steel — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sharpening steel, designed in the Art Nouveau, Scandinavian Modern or Empire style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one sharpening steel that is appealing in its simplicity, but Sam Chermayeff, Nacho Carbonell and Emile Puiforcat produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sharpening Steel?

Prices for a sharpening steel start at $50 and top out at $298,500 with the average selling for $3,344.