What is unique about Salvador Dalí art?

What is unique about Salvador Dalí art is its dreamlike imagery, drawn from the depths of the unconscious. He used hyperrealism to convey Surrealist symbols and concepts that subvert accepted notions of reality. You can see this clearly reflected in what is perhaps his most recognizable painting, The Persistence of Memory (1931), in which he depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. Although the scene is one of fantasy, Dalí rendered each object in a manner that makes the elements look as lifelike and realistic as possible rather than abstracting their forms. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Salvador Dalí art.

What makes KAWS’s art unique?

What makes KAWS’s art unique is the artist's innovative approach to his work. The American artist seamlessly blends elements of Pop art, street art and popular culture into his pieces. He is known for putting a creative spin on familiar characters and his playful figurines, which often feature double-X eyes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of art by KAWS.

How do I price vintage art?

To price vintage art, you can use trusted online resources to determine what similar pieces have sold for in the past. Many auction houses and online platforms allow you to see sold items, and browsing these listings can give you a feel for a work of art’s value. Keep in mind that the maker, age, subject matter, rarity and condition of a work will all contribute to how much it's worth. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can examine a piece of art for you and give you an estimate of its fair market value. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage art.

What art style are vintage posters?

The art style of antique and vintage posters varies greatly. During the first decades of the 20th century, posters reflected the Art Nouveau style. After World War II, the mid-century modern style influenced designs, and by the 1960s, Op Art and Surrealism provided inspiration for posters. Shop a selection of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

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Unique Art Deco armchairs, France, 1930s.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Unique Art Deco armchairs custom made in France in 1930s. Construction made of walnut wood

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1930s French Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Walnut

Unique Art Deco armchairs, France, 1930s.

H 34.26 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Unique Art Glass & Metal Company Leaded Glass Peony Table Lamp C. 1915

By Unique Art Glass Company, Tiffany Studios

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unique Art Glass & Metal Company (New York, active 1889-1917), circa 1915. This truly magnificent

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20th Century American Art Nouveau Unique Vintage Art

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Bronze

Unique Art Glass & Metal Company Leaded Glass Peony Table Lamp C. 1915

H 32.5 in Dm 24 in

Karl Lindstrom for Rörstrand Unique Art Nouveau Vase in Porcelain

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Karl Lindstrom (1865-1936) for Rörstrand. Unique Art Nouveau vase in porcelain decorated with

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20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Unique Vintage Art

Karl Lindstrom for Rörstrand Unique Art Nouveau Vase in Porcelain

H 12.6 in Dm 7.49 in

Vintage Blue Rooster Tile Coaster Motif Dish Unique Art Decor

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage Blue Rooster Tile Coaster Motif Dish Unique Art Decor Dimensions. 6 W ; 6 D ; 1/2 D

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Stone

Vintage Blue Rooster Tile Coaster Motif Dish Unique Art Decor

H 0.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Olympus Art Certified, Unique Art, Diamond, Opal, Conch Pearl LuckyCharm Pendant

Located in Istanbul, TR

Olympus Art Certified, Unique Art, Diamond, Opal, Conch Pearl Lucky Charm PENDANT Yellow Gold 18 K

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1990s Turkish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, White Gold, Silver

Olympus Art Certified, Unique Art, Diamond, Opal, Conch Pearl LuckyCharm Pendant

H 3.59 in W 1.23 in L 3.35 in

Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face. Mouth-blown glass

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Art Glass

Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.

H 14.57 in Dm 7.49 in

Jo Hahn Locher for Bing & Grøndahl, Unique Art Deco Vase

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Jo Hahn Locher (1876-1960) for Bing & Grøndahl. Unique Art Deco vase decorated with branches and

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1930s Danish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

Jo Hahn Locher for Bing & Grøndahl, Unique Art Deco Vase

H 9.45 in Dm 5.12 in

Unique Art Deco Dining Table in Tiger Oak by Alfred Porteneuve

By Alfred Porteneuve

Located in Kingston, NY

Unique Art Deco dining table in tiger oak by Alfred Porteneuve. The oak has been finished in

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1930s French Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Marble

Unique Art Deco Dining Table in Tiger Oak by Alfred Porteneuve

H 29.5 in W 70 in D 33.25 in

"Seaside Scenes, " Unique Art Deco Bowl with Fishing Village Scenes

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Whimsical and vividly glazed, this fabulous, unique Art Deco bowl depicts two contrasting scenes

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1930s Italian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Clay

"Seaside Scenes, " Unique Art Deco Bowl with Fishing Village Scenes

H 2.5 in Dm 10.5 in

Italian glass artist, unique art glass vase in modernist design. Circa 1980s.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Italian glass artist, unique art glass vase in modernist design. Circa 1980s. Illegibly signed

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1980s Italian Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Art Glass

Italian glass artist, unique art glass vase in modernist design. Circa 1980s.

H 6.3 in Dm 3.94 in

Unique Art Deco/Functionalist Chandelier, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

Unusual Art Deco or Functionalist chandelier made of walnut, chrome and glass. Cleaned, rewired

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1930s European Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Chrome

Unique Art Deco/Functionalist Chandelier, 1930s

H 24.81 in Dm 21.66 in

Pascal Guyot and Bernard Aconito for Biot, France, Unique Art Glass Vase

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pascal Guyot and Bernard Aconito for Biot, France. Unique Art glass vase. Late 20th century

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Late 20th Century French Modern Unique Vintage Art

Pascal Guyot and Bernard Aconito for Biot, France, Unique Art Glass Vase

H 11.42 in Dm 6.3 in

Jo Hahn Locher for Bing & Grøndahl, Unique Art Deco Vase, 1930s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Jo Hahn Locher (1876-1960) for Bing & Grøndahl. Unique Art Deco vase decorated with branches and

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1930s Danish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

Jo Hahn Locher for Bing & Grøndahl, Unique Art Deco Vase, 1930s

H 9.45 in Dm 5.12 in

Unique Art Deco Stool in Ebony

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This beautiful Art Deco stool was designed by E. Gray for the manufacture of EVE in Italy. It is

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20th Century Italian Unique Vintage Art

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Silver Plate

Unique Art Deco Stool in Ebony

H 20.87 in W 24.02 in D 13.39 in

Vesuvius Transcontinental, Unique Art Glass Vase by Björn Stern, Sweden 1989

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Vesuvius Transcontinental, a unique art glass vase by the Swedish glass artist Björn Stern, crafted

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1980s Swedish Unique Vintage Art

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Art Glass

Vesuvius Transcontinental, Unique Art Glass Vase by Björn Stern, Sweden 1989

H 14.97 in W 5.52 in D 5.12 in

Susanne Allberg for Kosta Boda. Unique art glass vase in an organic shape

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Susanne Allberg for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Unique art glass vase in an organic shape in turquoise

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1980s Swedish Unique Vintage Art

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Art Glass

Susanne Allberg for Kosta Boda. Unique art glass vase in an organic shape

H 9.85 in Dm 3.94 in

Unique Art Work in Inlaid Wood Veneer, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

Located in Zohor, SK

Unique framed art work produced in Czechoslovakia in 1950s. The art is completely made of wood

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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Beech, Oak, Walnut

Unique Art Work in Inlaid Wood Veneer, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

H 27.56 in W 21.66 in D 1.58 in

Colorful Unique Art Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Colorful unique art glass ceiling lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany Mid-Century Modern

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Glass

Colorful Unique Art Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany

H 9.85 in Dm 11.82 in

Gilbert Portanier Unique Art Blue Pottery Plate Signed 1981

By Gilbert Portanier

Located in Munich, DE

painted inspiration in the middle, bright blue surround and red rim. Unique piece. Monogrammed on with

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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

Gilbert Portanier Unique Art Blue Pottery Plate Signed 1981

H 1.58 in Dm 16.15 in

Gilbert Portanier Unique Art Grey Pottery Plate Signed 1977

By Gilbert Portanier

Located in Munich, DE

A rare Gilbert PORTANIER born in 1926 ceramic plate / bowl with a design of an abstract polychrome painted inspiration in the middle. Monogrammed on with Portanier 77.

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

Gilbert Portanier Unique Art Grey Pottery Plate Signed 1977

H 1.97 in Dm 11.42 in

Unique Art Deco Folding Table Carved From One Piece of Ebony Wood, 1930s, Africa

Located in Horomerice, CZ

Unique Art Deco folding table carved from one piece of Ebony wood Period: 1930-1939 Source

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1930s African Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Wood, Lacquer, Glass, Ebony

Unique Art Deco Folding Table Carved From One Piece of Ebony Wood, 1930s, Africa

H 17.72 in Dm 13.78 in

Unique Art Deco Armchair in Botanical Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Art Deco armchair in original upholstery which is in overall good condition. Its botanical print will

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1930s Italian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Fabric, Wood

Unique Art Deco Armchair in Botanical Upholstery

H 34.65 in W 37.8 in D 35.44 in

Unique Art Deco Armchairs in Botanical Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

delightful pair of Art Deco armchairs in original upholstery which is in overall good condition. Its

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1930s Italian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Fabric, Wood

Unique Art Deco Armchairs in Botanical Upholstery

H 34.65 in W 37.8 in D 35.44 in

Unique Art Deco Smokers Stand Gebrüder Mäher

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

Rare and unique smokers stand with accessories manufactured by Gebrüder Mäher company

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1930s Czech Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Steel, Chrome

Unique Art Deco Smokers Stand Gebrüder Mäher

H 29.53 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in

Gerhard Richter - "Abstract Picture" - unique art print on heavy paper

By Gerhard Richter

Located in Winterswijk, NL

Art print on heavy paper. After the original from 1977. A beautiful artwork that looks good in

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20th Century Abstract Unique Vintage Art

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Paper, Offset

Gerhard Richter
Gerhard Richter - "Abstract Picture" - unique art print on heavy paper, 1977

H 27.56 in W 35.44 in

Unique Art Deco solid oak bench, France, 1930s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

wood with the sleek lines of art deco, creating a truly unique piece. The sturdy wooden frame of this

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1930s French Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Wood, Oak

Unique Art Deco solid oak bench, France, 1930s

H 43.31 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 in

Unique Art Deco Nickel and Glass Chandelier, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

4-flamming Art Deco chandelier made in 1930s. Very good condition, restored, rewired: two separate

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1930s Czech Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Nickel

Unique Art Deco Nickel and Glass Chandelier, 1930s

H 35.44 in Dm 19.3 in

Unique art by Noomi Backhausen, Søholm, Denmark, 1970s

By Noomi Backhausen, Søholm Stentøj

Located in Bergen, NO

plaques, lamps, and other works of art in earthy colors. Noomi's artwork is represented at several museums

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

Unique art by Noomi Backhausen, Søholm, Denmark, 1970s

H 13.39 in W 13.39 in D 1.19 in

Unique Art Deco Jewelry Box Covered with Velvet

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Deco jewelry box Covered with velvet Bird's-eye maple on solid wood Brass fittings (T-SAM-51)

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20th Century Unique Vintage Art

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Wood

Unique Art Deco Jewelry Box Covered with Velvet

H 16.54 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in

Unique Art Deco French Carved Dining Table with Chairs

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning 1930s French carved and stepped dining room table and six matching chairs. High deco carvings on four facets of table and on each chair back. Made out of exotic African Pada...

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1930s French Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Leather, Wood

Unique Art Deco French Carved Dining Table with Chairs

H 29.5 in W 77 in D 46 in

"Nude Shepherd Playing Pipes, " Unique Art Deco Sculptural Panel, 1940

By Jolan Cser

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Somehow naively charming and sophisticated at the same time, this pierced sculptural panel by Jolan Cser, a Hungarian artist, depicts a nude shepherd youth playing the pipes, accompa...

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1940s Hungarian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"Nude Shepherd Playing Pipes, " Unique Art Deco Sculptural Panel, 1940

H 8.5 in W 5 in D 0.75 in

"High-Stepping Horse, " Unique Art Deco Midcentury Ceramic Relief Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Demonstrating a modern take on Etruscan and other ancient sculpture, this 1941-vintage relief rondel depicts a high-stepping horse and a leafing branch, all bathed in a clotted, dust...

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1940s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"High-Stepping Horse, " Unique Art Deco Midcentury Ceramic Relief Sculpture

H 0.5 in Dm 4.25 in

"Dancing Satyr, " Rare/Unique Art Deco Vase by Trenton Potteries

By Trenton Potteries

Located in Philadelphia, PA

1930s -- is unique. Starting with a simple blue ceramic vase, the artist etched a dancing satyr figure

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1930s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"Dancing Satyr, " Rare/Unique Art Deco Vase by Trenton Potteries

H 7.5 in Dm 4.5 in

Pair of 2 Unique Art Deco Italian Table Lamps, 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Extraordinary pair of 2 Art Deco Italian Table lamps made in Italy 1980s the lamps are in black

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Brass

Pair of 2 Unique Art Deco Italian Table Lamps, 1980s

H 31 in W 16 in D 16 in

"Circus Scenes", Unique Art Deco Covered Urn w/ Ringmaster & Horse Rider

By Gunnar Nylund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Although this unique covered urn captures circus scenes that are decidedly populist in nature, this

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

"Circus Scenes", Unique Art Deco Covered Urn w/ Ringmaster & Horse Rider

H 8.5 in W 10.25 in D 4.5 in

"Neptune & Salacia Riding Dolphins, " Unique Art Deco Sculptures or Lamp Bases

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large, bold and unique, this pair of Art Deco sculptures, originally designed to serve as lamp

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1930s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"Neptune & Salacia Riding Dolphins, " Unique Art Deco Sculptures or Lamp Bases

H 23 in W 14 in D 7 in

Unique Art Deco Table Lamp Handmade by Christian Schollert, Denmark, 1930s

By Arne Bang, Christian Schollert

Located in Odense, DK

Amazing and unique ceramics table lamp in fluted style and a light blue glazing. This piece was

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1930s Danish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Unique Art Deco Table Lamp Handmade by Christian Schollert, Denmark, 1930s

H 21.66 in Dm 12.6 in

Beautiful unique art deco brass and wood table light, Germany 1930s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: table light Origin: Germany Age: 1930s This original vintage table light was designed and produced in the 1930s in Germany. the super rare and minimalist stand elem...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Brass

Beautiful unique art deco brass and wood table light, Germany 1930s

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H 21.66 in Dm 11.82 in

COR Trillen, Arma Christi, Religious Art, 1960s, Wooden Carving, Unique Art Work

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

What a piece of religious art! This huge Arma Christi is made by Dutch sculptor Cor Triller. This

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1960s Dutch Brutalist Unique Vintage Art

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Wood

COR Trillen, Arma Christi, Religious Art, 1960s, Wooden Carving, Unique Art Work

H 80.71 in W 21.66 in D 3.15 in

"Bacchanale", Unique Art Deco Vase w/ Nudes by Rheinfelden, Ruddy & Black Tones

By Rheinfelder Keramik

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Unique and striking, this Art Deco vase by Arnold Zahner for Rheinfelden, an old Swiss ceramics

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1930s Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"Bacchanale", Unique Art Deco Vase w/ Nudes by Rheinfelden, Ruddy & Black Tones

H 11.5 in Dm 7 in

Unique Art Deco Styled Chrome Jet Airplane Lighted Smoker's Stand or Table

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This very unique lighted smoker's stand is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in North

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Metal

Unique Art Deco Styled Chrome Jet Airplane Lighted Smoker's Stand or Table

H 36.5 in Dm 15 in

Unique Art Nouveau Vase "Garden of Eden" Bode Willumsen, Royal Copenhagen, 1946

By Royal Copenhagen, Bode Willumsen

Located in Odense, DK

Unique faience vase handmade by Danish artist Bode Willumsen in 1946 at workshop of Royal

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1940s Danish Art Nouveau Unique Vintage Art

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Faience

Unique Art Nouveau Vase "Garden of Eden" Bode Willumsen, Royal Copenhagen, 1946

H 10.24 in Dm 5.91 in

"Hauling In, " Possibly Unique Art Deco Bronze Sculpture with Male Nudes, 1931

By Romolo Del Bo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bo, an Italian sculptor who is noted for his figural pieces influenced by Art Nouveau and Art Deco

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1930s Italian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Bronze

"Hauling In, " Possibly Unique Art Deco Bronze Sculpture with Male Nudes, 1931

H 11.5 in W 12 in D 8 in

"Nude with Spear, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Male Nude, Gold Highlights

By Gunnar Nylund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic and striking example of Art Deco design featuring the male nude, this vase depicts a

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

"Nude with Spear, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Male Nude, Gold Highlights

H 5.5 in W 7 in D 4.75 in

"Gladiator with Sword and Shield, " Unique Art Deco Sculpture with Male Nude

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Powerful and moving, this depiction of a nude male gladiator, laying his sword to the ground with his shield behind him, is a beautiful memorial celebrating the end of World War II, ...

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1940s Belgian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Terracotta

"Gladiator with Sword and Shield, " Unique Art Deco Sculpture with Male Nude

H 7 in W 11.5 in D 1.75 in

Unique Art Deco Vase with Stylized Fish, 1930 by Hentschel for Rookwood

By William Hentschel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

One of the finest and most remarkable examples of Art Deco pottery we've seen by the famous

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1930s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

Unique Art Deco Vase with Stylized Fish, 1930 by Hentschel for Rookwood

H 8 in Dm 7.5 in

"Seashells and Coral, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Gold Glaze by Gregory

By Waylande Gregory

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Its gold-on-brown glazes softly glistening in the light, this lovely and unique vase by Waylande

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1940s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"Seashells and Coral, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Gold Glaze by Gregory

H 7.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.5 in

"The Four Elements, " Important, Unique Art Deco Vase by Vienna Werkstatte Artist

By Vally Wieselthier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

-- water, air, fire and earth. Each of the Elements is depicted as a high style Art Deco goddess

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1930s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic

"The Four Elements, " Important, Unique Art Deco Vase by Vienna Werkstatte Artist

H 14.25 in Dm 5.5 in

1940s Pair of Unique Art Deco Table Lamps with Alabaster Base, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very good original condition with minor signs of use.

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1940s Czech Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Alabaster

1940s Pair of Unique Art Deco Table Lamps with Alabaster Base, Czechoslovakia

H 8.67 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

"Carmen Miranda, " Unique Art Deco Table Lamp with Inlaid Wood by Szoeke

By Andrew Szoeke

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Clearly inspired by the charismatic presence of Carmen Miranda on the stage and screen, with her vividly-colored dress topped with a hat overflowing with tropical fruit, this 1940s t...

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1940s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Wood

"Carmen Miranda, " Unique Art Deco Table Lamp with Inlaid Wood by Szoeke

H 12 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Unique Art Glass Vase by Anna Ehrer for Kosta Boda Sweden 1992 Signed

By Anna Ehrner, Kosta Boda

Located in Munich, DE

Unique, tall, elegant and highly decorative art glass vase. Designed by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Unique Vintage Art

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Art Glass

Unique Art Glass Vase by Anna Ehrer for Kosta Boda Sweden 1992 Signed

H 13.39 in Dm 7.88 in

"Young Man in Profile", Unique Art Deco Bronze Relief Sculpture of Male Youth

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully modeled, cast and patinated, this bronze rondel features the head in profile of a young man with hair falling over his forehead, a strong nose, and sensitive mouth, proba...

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1930s American Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Bronze

"Young Man in Profile", Unique Art Deco Bronze Relief Sculpture of Male Youth

H 0.25 in Dm 8.25 in

Unique Art Deco Style Iron, Copper and Metal Torchiere Lamp with Glass Shade

Located in Lomita, CA

art deco. This is a unique standalone lamp that is versatile and can hold its own among vintage

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1940s European Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Metal, Iron, Copper

Unique Art Deco Style Iron, Copper and Metal Torchiere Lamp with Glass Shade

H 38 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

Large and Unique Art Deco Vase by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

By ALP Lidköping 1, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A large and unique stoneware art deco bowl. Beautiful glaze with foot and mouth detailed in gold

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Large and Unique Art Deco Vase by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

H 10.63 in Dm 6.5 in

Unique Art Deco Extendable Table by Hubert Martin and Ploquin and Six Chairs

By Hubert Martin et Ploquin

Located in Bochum, NRW

An exquisite dining table by the Hubert Martin et Ploquin, part of a complete dining room. Made of solid, very heavy wood, veneered in mahogany, beautiful unusual rounded shape. Also...

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1930s French Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Wood

Unique Art Deco Extendable Table by Hubert Martin and Ploquin and Six Chairs

H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in

"Grape Carriers, " Striking and Unique Art Deco Bowl w/ Wine Motif by Nylund

By Gunnar Nylund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

ancient wine jars, this unique and striking Art Deco bowl was designed by Gunnar Nylund in the "Flambe

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

"Grape Carriers, " Striking and Unique Art Deco Bowl w/ Wine Motif by Nylund

H 11.88 in W 11.88 in D 1.25 in

"Wheat Harvest, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Semi-Nude Worker by Nylund, Sweden

By Gunnar Nylund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Created in 1934 and commissioned by Från Nyman as a gift to Eric Tiblom, this unique vase depicts a

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

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Porcelain

"Wheat Harvest, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Semi-Nude Worker by Nylund, Sweden

H 7 in W 7 in D 5 in

"Shark Diver, " Superb, Unique Art Deco Engraved Glass Vase with Nude Male Diver

Located in Philadelphia, PA

sharks -- this high stye Art Deco bowl features a nude male figure diving downward, with knife in hand

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

Materials

Glass

"Shark Diver, " Superb, Unique Art Deco Engraved Glass Vase with Nude Male Diver

H 8 in Dm 6.25 in

"Sea Dragon with Chevrons, " Large, Unique Art Deco Bowl by Kåge for Gustavsberg

By Wilhelm Kage

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stunning and gorgeous, and the only example we have seen, this Art Deco porcelain bowl -- glazed in

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

Materials

Porcelain

"Sea Dragon with Chevrons, " Large, Unique Art Deco Bowl by Kåge for Gustavsberg

H 5 in Dm 12.5 in

"Herald of Peace, " Unique Art Deco Tile with Fox and Chickens by ICS, Italy

By ICS

Located in Philadelphia, PA

several pre-war ceramic art studios in Campania, founded in 1927 by Max Malamerson, a German artist

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1930s Italian Art Deco Unique Vintage Art

Materials

Ceramic

"Herald of Peace, " Unique Art Deco Tile with Fox and Chickens by ICS, Italy

H 5.88 in W 5.88 in D 0.5 in

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Unique Vintage Art For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of unique vintage art for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and ceramic, every item from our selection of unique vintage art was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of unique vintage art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of unique vintage art, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of unique vintage art over the years, but those crafted by Royal Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl and Gunnar Nylund are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Unique Vintage Art?

Prices for a piece of unique vintage art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $75 and can go as high as $750,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,300.

Questions About Unique Vintage Art

What is unique about Salvador Dalí art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
What is unique about Salvador Dalí art is its dreamlike imagery, drawn from the depths of the unconscious. He used hyperrealism to convey Surrealist symbols and concepts that subvert accepted notions of reality. You can see this clearly reflected in what is perhaps his most recognizable painting, The Persistence of Memory (1931), in which he depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. Although the scene is one of fantasy, Dalí rendered each object in a manner that makes the elements look as lifelike and realistic as possible rather than abstracting their forms. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Salvador Dalí art.
What makes KAWS’s art unique?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
What makes KAWS’s art unique is the artist's innovative approach to his work. The American artist seamlessly blends elements of Pop art, street art and popular culture into his pieces. He is known for putting a creative spin on familiar characters and his playful figurines, which often feature double-X eyes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of art by KAWS.
How do I price vintage art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
To price vintage art, you can use trusted online resources to determine what similar pieces have sold for in the past. Many auction houses and online platforms allow you to see sold items, and browsing these listings can give you a feel for a work of art’s value. Keep in mind that the maker, age, subject matter, rarity and condition of a work will all contribute to how much it's worth. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can examine a piece of art for you and give you an estimate of its fair market value. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage art.
What art style are vintage posters?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
The art style of antique and vintage posters varies greatly. During the first decades of the 20th century, posters reflected the Art Nouveau style. After World War II, the mid-century modern style influenced designs, and by the 1960s, Op Art and Surrealism provided inspiration for posters. Shop a selection of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.