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19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

Enlarge photos for understanding of layers/distress to finish. Skeleton key (1) works to open locks and use as pull on both the upper drawer and cabinet doors.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sideboards

Materials

Oak, Paint

Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830
Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830

Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830

Located in Mckinney, TX

Areas of wear with minor scratches are present throughout, consistent with age and use. The original skeleton key and lock are present. Upper lock catch is functional and helps kee...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818
Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818

Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818

Located in Round Top, TX

Two cabinet doors over four drawers; interior holds two standard shelves, one middle 1/2 shelf and upper shelf with traditional spoon rack. A skeleton key is included to use as pull ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau
Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau

Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

Below are three large traditional large drawers, opened using a skeleton key as a pull; locks no longer function. The cabinet is constructed in three sections for easier transportati...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Secretaires

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Ivory

French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet
French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet

French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood, Original Curved Glass, Brass Accents, Original Skeleton Key Style: French Louis XV This elegant curio vitrine ...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Brass

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black
18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

Located in Round Top, TX

The upper cabinet locks with a large skeleton key, which also operates the drop-front desktop lock.

Category

Antique 18th Century Danish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Teak Desk with Bookcase by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik
Mid-Century Teak Desk with Bookcase by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik

Mid-Century Teak Desk with Bookcase by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik

By Brouer Mobel, Erik Brouer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

For optimal organization, the desk is equipped with six dovetail drawers, complete with a skeleton key for secure storage of your valuable documents.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Gray Painted Oak Secretary Bureau
18th Century Swedish Gray Painted Oak Secretary Bureau

18th Century Swedish Gray Painted Oak Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

The upper cabinet locks and functions with the included skeleton key, while the desktop rests on extending arms and has no key.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Baker Manor House English George III Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase
Baker Manor House English George III Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase

Baker Manor House English George III Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

The drawers and doors all lock via original brass and iron skeleton keys. The cabinet is marked along the back side with the original Manor House label indicating that it was finish...

Category

Mid-20th Century American George III Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers

Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

Each of the four larger drawers is fitted with two large brass pulls, while the top drawer opens using a skeleton key as a pull only. Expected age-related wear includes cracks, scrat...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau
19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau

19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

The upper section has 2 cabinet doors which opens to reveal shelving. Key to be used as pull for upper cabinet. Skeleton key and lock function for the desktop.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Small Bronze Corkscrew #21

Small Bronze Corkscrew #21

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Corkscrew #4 (Silver Patina)

Large Bronze Corkscrew #4 (Silver Patina)

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Mini Corkscrew #32

David TanychBronze Mini Corkscrew #32

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Bronze Mini Corkscrew #32

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Bronze Mini Corkscrew #31

David TanychBronze Mini Corkscrew #31

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Bronze Mini Corkscrew #31

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Silver Mini Corkscrew #33
Silver Mini Corkscrew #33

David TanychSilver Mini Corkscrew #33, 2025

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Silver Mini Corkscrew #33

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Silver Mini Corkscrew #36

David TanychSilver Mini Corkscrew #36

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Silver Mini Corkscrew #36

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Silver Mini Corkscrew #27

David TanychSilver Mini Corkscrew #27

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Silver Mini Corkscrew #27

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Silver Mini Corkscrew #29

David TanychSilver Mini Corkscrew #29

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Silver Mini Corkscrew #29

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Silver Mini Corkscrew #35

David TanychSilver Mini Corkscrew #35

$5,500

H 27 in W 19 in D 4.5 in

Silver Mini Corkscrew #35

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

County Mayo Sunset
County Mayo Sunset

Tom Irizarry StudioCounty Mayo Sunset, 2024

$2,000

H 16 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

County Mayo Sunset

By Tom Irizarry Studio

Located in Booklyn, NY

As she came closer, I could see her pull the skeleton key from her apron to open the door to take me to dinner.

Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gyro

David TanychGyro, 2022

$22,500

H 84 in W 84 in D 84 in

Gyro

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Small Bronze Corkscrew #16

Small Bronze Corkscrew #16

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Hammer

David TanychHammer

$125,000

H 124 in W 48 in D 60 in

Hammer

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Five Nails

David TanychFive Nails

$15,300

H 92 in W 81 in D 81 in

Five Nails

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Mini Gyro

David TanychMini Gyro

$4,200

H 21 in W 21 in D 21 in

Mini Gyro

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Tiny Corkscrew #6U

David TanychTiny Corkscrew #6U

$2,800

H 9 in W 14 in D 2.5 in

Tiny Corkscrew #6U

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Mini Nail #2

David TanychMini Nail #2

$1,500

H 42 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in

Mini Nail #2

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

The Small Game (Powder-Coated)
The Small Game (Powder-Coated)

The Small Game (Powder-Coated)

By David Tanych

Located in Napa, CA

Likened to the work of veteran sculptor Claes Oldenburg, Tanych's most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Style China Display Cabinet, White Case and Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Style China Display Cabinet, White Case and Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Style China Display Cabinet, White Case and Teak

By Bartels

Located in Topeka, KS

There is no adornment at all apart from a single modern skeleton key which moves from upper keyhole to lower keyhole to open doors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Wood, Teak

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807
19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

Located in Round Top, TX

The desktop opens and rests on extending arms; the skeleton key is present and used as a pull only, as the desk lock no longer functions.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen
Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen

Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Includes the original skeleton key. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When you purchase vintage furniture from Danish Modern NoHo, y...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark
18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

$8,700

H 79 in W 47.75 in D 22.75 in

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

The lower three drawers open using the attached brass pulls. A skeleton key is included as decoration only. The desktop has no functioning lock or key; no pull.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak by Morredi, Denmark, c. 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak by Morredi, Denmark, c. 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak by Morredi, Denmark, c. 1960s

By Morredi

Located in Deland, FL

All six drawers open and close with ease and both front facing fixed shelves are structurally sound and weight-bearing. The keys for both functioning locks have been lost to time, ho...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Bulgari 4ct Sugarloaf Amethyst Gold Steel Tubogas Bangle, Circa 1990
Bulgari 4ct Sugarloaf Amethyst Gold Steel Tubogas Bangle, Circa 1990

Bulgari 4ct Sugarloaf Amethyst Gold Steel Tubogas Bangle, Circa 1990

By Bulgari

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

Tubogas changed names almost as often as a snake changes its skin: “skeleton key”, “spirotube”, “gas pipe”, “Serpenti”.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Key West Bound 80

Casey BlanchardKey West Bound 80, 2020

$895

H 15 in W 19 in D 0.1 in

Key West Bound 80

By Casey Blanchard

Located in Boston, MA

Words that describe this piece: flora, nature, purple, skeleton, white space, abstract, leaves, key west

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Prints

Materials

Mixed Media, Rag Paper, Monoprint

Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s
Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s

Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

All six drawers open and close with ease and both front facing fixed shelves are structurally sound and weight-bearing. The keys for both functioning locks have been lost to time, h...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk

By Paul Sormani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lock mechanism stamped W S M, 6068, a key (lacking skeleton key), and 148. Veuve Paul Sormani Et Fils was the widow of the highly esteemed furniture maker Paul Sormani (French-Italia...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Vintage 1960s Lucien Piccard Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual 33mm
Vintage 1960s Lucien Piccard Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual 33mm

Vintage 1960s Lucien Piccard Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual 33mm

By Lucien Piccard

Located in New York, NY

This is a watch for someone who appreciates mechanical beauty and wants a conversation piece that transcends brand names. Key Specs Model: Skeleton Year: 1960s Movement: Manual C...

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1990s Croton Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 33 mm
Vintage 1990s Croton Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 33 mm

Vintage 1990s Croton Skeleton 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 33 mm

By Croton

Located in New York, NY

It's a classic execution of a timeless concept. Key Specs Model: Skeleton Movement: Manual Case Size: 33mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Strap: Original Leather Dial: Skeleton Metal: 18K...

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Restored Expansive Desk in Jacaranda, Jean Gillon, Italma Wood Art, Brazil, 1960
Restored Expansive Desk in Jacaranda, Jean Gillon, Italma Wood Art, Brazil, 1960

Restored Expansive Desk in Jacaranda, Jean Gillon, Italma Wood Art, Brazil, 1960

By Jean Gillon

Located in Deland, FL

The chrome handles show minor only tarnishing and light pitting. The keys for both functioning locks have been lost to time, however fresh skeleton keys can be fabricated at cost if ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Jacaranda

Monumental 119" Long French Art Deco Credenza Style of Jules Leleu
Monumental 119" Long French Art Deco Credenza Style of Jules Leleu

Monumental 119" Long French Art Deco Credenza Style of Jules Leleu

$34,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 39 in W 119 in D 23 in

Monumental 119" Long French Art Deco Credenza Style of Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Culver City, CA

Inside, it’s equally fabulous with 12 drawers, 3 shelves, and 4 locks—and it comes with its original skeleton keys. Jules Leleu, was an absolute Art Deco powerhouse.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Tiffany & Co. 2010's Diamond Platinum Contemporary Kaleidoscope Key Pendant
Tiffany & Co. 2010's Diamond Platinum Contemporary Kaleidoscope Key Pendant

Tiffany & Co. 2010's Diamond Platinum Contemporary Kaleidoscope Key Pendant

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized skeleton style key with a pierced head displaying a kaleidoscope motif Bead and bezel set throughout with marquise, princess, and round brilliant cut diamonds ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Victoria Key Pendant
Tiffany & Co. Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Victoria Key Pendant

Tiffany & Co. Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Victoria Key Pendant

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized skeleton style key with a pierced quatrefoil motif head Accented by fancy yellow round brilliant cut diamonds bezel set in gold Bead set with additional F/G co...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rare Carved Wood Kaws Hand Sculpture More Gallery Switzerland Wooden Toy Art
Rare Carved Wood Kaws Hand Sculpture More Gallery Switzerland Wooden Toy Art

Rare Carved Wood Kaws Hand Sculpture More Gallery Switzerland Wooden Toy Art

By KAWS

Located in Surfside, FL

Animator by day, and graffiti artist by night, Kaws started subvertising billboards, bus shelters, and phone booths, using a skeleton key gifted to him by friend and fellow graffiti ...

Category

2010s Street Art More Art

Materials

Wood

Stylish Brocade Leather Trim Travel Bag c 1970
Stylish Brocade Leather Trim Travel Bag c 1970

Stylish Brocade Leather Trim Travel Bag c 1970

Located in University City, MO

Stylish brocade leather trim travel case c 1970 The luxurious brocade travel case is covered with autumn foliage in colors that range from brown, tan & beige The twin handles,...

Category

1970s Unknown Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

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You are likely to find exactly the skeleton key you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 12 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect skeleton key among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing skeleton key — no matter the origin — is easy, but Campanelli & Pear, Chanel and Theo Fennell each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A skeleton key of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a skeleton key, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Skeleton Key?

The price for a skeleton key starts at $119 and tops out at $5,155 with these more-jewelry-watches, on average, selling for $610.