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Victorian Brass and Copper Club Fender
Victorian Brass and Copper Club Fender

Victorian Brass and Copper Club Fender

Located in Altrincham, GB

Victorian Brass and Copper Club Fender with Barley Twist Supports and Tan Leather Seats - 58"w x 10

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1850s English Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Edwardian Brass and Copper Porch Lantern
Edwardian Brass and Copper Porch Lantern

Edwardian Brass and Copper Porch Lantern

Located in Altrincham, GB

Edwardian Brass and Copper Porch Lantern of carriage type with bevelled glass panels - 10.5"w x 11

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Early 20th Century English George III Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

19th Century brass and copper umbrella stand
19th Century brass and copper umbrella stand

19th Century brass and copper umbrella stand

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th Century Large brass and copper umbrella/stick stand with embossed decoration raised up on a

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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Quality Brass and Copper Coal Bucket
Antique Victorian Quality Brass and Copper Coal Bucket

Antique Victorian Quality Brass and Copper Coal Bucket

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality brass and copper coal bucket having a swing handle, brass rivets and a

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Wonderful antique Victorian brass and copper coal box
Wonderful antique Victorian brass and copper coal box

Wonderful antique Victorian brass and copper coal box

Located in Ipswich, GB

Wonderful antique Victorian brass and copper coal box, having a quality brass coal box with copper

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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Small Art Deco Pott Brass and Copper Conbination Around 1920s
Small Art Deco Pott Brass and Copper Conbination Around 1920s

Small Art Deco Pott Brass and Copper Conbination Around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Small Art Deco pott brass and copper conbination around 1920s Original condition.

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s
Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container
Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container

Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container

Located in Buchanan, MI

Monumental 19th century English Georgian brass and copper firewood container also would be as great

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19th Century English George III Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Arts & Crafts Victorian Brass and Copper Fender, Beaten Design, 1890
Arts & Crafts Victorian Brass and Copper Fender, Beaten Design, 1890

Arts & Crafts Victorian Brass and Copper Fender, Beaten Design, 1890

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts & Crafts Victorian brass and copper fender This is a very attractive beaten Copper Fender

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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Copper

Set of brass and copper fire dogs with matching fire tools
Set of brass and copper fire dogs with matching fire tools

Set of brass and copper fire dogs with matching fire tools

Located in London, GB

An ornate set of late 19th century brass and copper fire dogs and fire tools. Fire dogs: Height

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Dr C Dresser for Benham & Froud a Rare Brass and Copper Teapot
Dr C Dresser for Benham & Froud a Rare Brass and Copper Teapot

Dr C Dresser for Benham & Froud a Rare Brass and Copper Teapot

By Christopher Dresser, Benham & Froud

Located in London, GB

Dr C Dresser for Benham & Froud. A rare brass and copper teapot with stylised floral decoration

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1870s English Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Classical Design English Brass and Copper Coal Hod
Classical Design English Brass and Copper Coal Hod

Classical Design English Brass and Copper Coal Hod

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A fine quality brass and copper coal hod. Classical design, English, late 19th century. Original

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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of 19th Century North African Brass and Copper Jardiniere Pots
Pair of 19th Century North African Brass and Copper Jardiniere Pots

Pair of 19th Century North African Brass and Copper Jardiniere Pots

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A pair of 19th century North African brass and copper Jardiniere pots These are superb hand made

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Late 19th Century Bohemian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Two-Arm Candelabras, Pair
Antique Swedish Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Two-Arm Candelabras, Pair

Antique Swedish Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Two-Arm Candelabras, Pair

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of antique Swedish Art Nouveau brass and copper three-light candelabras Sweden

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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

French Brass and Copper Rose Bowl This is a very unusual piece
French Brass and Copper Rose Bowl This is a very unusual piece

French Brass and Copper Rose Bowl This is a very unusual piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Brass and Copper Rose Bowl This is a very unusual piece, the copper bowl is beautifully

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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Copper

Flower Basket cChandelier Made of Brass and Copper, France 1920s
Flower Basket cChandelier Made of Brass and Copper, France 1920s

Flower Basket cChandelier Made of Brass and Copper, France 1920s

Located in Hannover, DE

, including brass and copper. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and the metal has a gorgeous natural patina that

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1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Rajasthani Wood Elephant adorned with a Brass and Copper sheet, 20th Century
Rajasthani Wood Elephant adorned with a Brass and Copper sheet, 20th Century

Rajasthani Wood Elephant adorned with a Brass and Copper sheet, 20th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

covering of brass and copper sheets, showcasing the fusion of materials and craftsmanship. The wooden

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Style WMF Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Flowerpot with Levers and Organic Details
Style WMF Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Flowerpot with Levers and Organic Details

Style WMF Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Flowerpot with Levers and Organic Details

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Verviers, BE

Style WMF Art Nouveau brass and copper flowerpot with levers and organic details Hand-hammered out

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Substantial brass and copper bird cage
Substantial brass and copper bird cage

Substantial brass and copper bird cage

Located in Cheshire, GB

Substantial brass birdcage or aviary, having a dome-shaped cage with copper bottom supported on

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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Nouveau Signed WMF Pitcher Brass and Copper  with Handle and Organic Details
Art Nouveau Signed WMF Pitcher Brass and Copper  with Handle and Organic Details

Art Nouveau Signed WMF Pitcher Brass and Copper with Handle and Organic Details

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Verviers, BE

Art Nouveau Signed WMF Pitcher Brass and Copper with Handle and Organic Details Hand-hammered out

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique Oval Brass and Copper Jardinière
Antique Oval Brass and Copper Jardinière

Antique Oval Brass and Copper Jardinière

Located in New Orleans, LA

A nice planter for your indoor or covered patio plants.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Elegant Brass and Copper Art Nouveau Candlestick by Carl Deffner Germany 1910s
Elegant Brass and Copper Art Nouveau Candlestick by Carl Deffner Germany 1910s

Elegant Brass and Copper Art Nouveau Candlestick by Carl Deffner Germany 1910s

By Carl Deffner

Located in Malmö, SE

1902 Deffner Catalog. Made from brass and copper by manufacturer Carl Deffner in Esslingen, Germany in

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Superb Victorian Arts and Crafts Brass and Copper Fender   This is a Victorian B
Superb Victorian Arts and Crafts Brass and Copper Fender   This is a Victorian B

Superb Victorian Arts and Crafts Brass and Copper Fender This is a Victorian B

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Superb Victorian Arts and Crafts Brass and Copper Fender This is a Victorian Brass Fender, the

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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Coal Bucket
Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Coal Bucket

Art Nouveau Brass and Copper Coal Bucket

Located in London, GB

Exceptional Art Nouveau brass with copper coal bucket with ribbon on top.

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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Engraved Brass and Copper Snuff Box, English, Circa 1850
Engraved Brass and Copper Snuff Box, English, Circa 1850

Engraved Brass and Copper Snuff Box, English, Circa 1850

Located in Nantucket, MA

19th Century English brass snuff box with copper top and bottom, remnants of old decoration

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Impressive English Floor Lamp from Brass and Copper
Impressive English Floor Lamp from Brass and Copper

Impressive English Floor Lamp from Brass and Copper

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Elegant standing floor lamp crafted from heavy brass with red copper acanthus leaf ornaments. The

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Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Antique Brass And Copper

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Brass, Copper

Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box
Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box

Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box

Located in High Point, NC

Late 19th century brass box from England. The box is in the form of a travel trunk with a domed

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique French Brass and Copper Repousse Ceremonial Hotte, Late 1800s
Antique French Brass and Copper Repousse Ceremonial Hotte, Late 1800s

Antique French Brass and Copper Repousse Ceremonial Hotte, Late 1800s

Located in Dallas, TX

a vineyard, this French ceremonial hotte dates to the late 1800s. Featuring two bands of copper

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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

19th Century English Brass and Copper Peat or Oyster Bucket
19th Century English Brass and Copper Peat or Oyster Bucket

19th Century English Brass and Copper Peat or Oyster Bucket

Located in High Point, NC

19th century brass peat or oyster bucket strapped in copper. This is a gorgeous bucket! The

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

18th/19th Century Oval Brass And Copper Planter With Liner
18th/19th Century Oval Brass And Copper Planter With Liner

18th/19th Century Oval Brass And Copper Planter With Liner

Located in Bradenton, FL

18th / 19th Century Oval Brass Planter with liner, includes band of copper around middle that

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Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Early 20th Century French Iron, Brass and Copper Table
Early 20th Century French Iron, Brass and Copper Table

Early 20th Century French Iron, Brass and Copper Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

and brass, whilst the top is wonderfully textural copper. Would work equally well indoors or outdoors.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

Edwardian Brass and Copper Figural WMF Cigar Cutter Attrib: Ignatius Taschner
Edwardian Brass and Copper Figural WMF Cigar Cutter Attrib: Ignatius Taschner

Edwardian Brass and Copper Figural WMF Cigar Cutter Attrib: Ignatius Taschner

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Arts and Crafts figural metalwork cigar cutter / ashtray. A brass Billy goat cigar cutter, jointed

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Townsend & Co Aesthetic Movement Brass and Copper Bamboo Candlesticks
Townsend & Co Aesthetic Movement Brass and Copper Bamboo Candlesticks

Townsend & Co Aesthetic Movement Brass and Copper Bamboo Candlesticks

By Townsend & Co.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

from circa 1890. The candlesticks are finely made with rounded stepped domed heavy copper bases with a

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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern
Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern

Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

Large and stylish Jugendstil pendant with original, curved glass panels. This stunning design is all handcrafted and in good condition. If you love the Jugendstil / Arts and Crafts...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Handcrafted Brass and Copper Love Box with Pharaoh Design, 1920s
Handcrafted Brass and Copper Love Box with Pharaoh Design, 1920s

Handcrafted Brass and Copper Love Box with Pharaoh Design, 1920s

Located in Hannover, DE

Take a look at this beautifully handcrafted brass box. Each piece is made with meticulous care

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique English Oak Brass and Copper Barrel Style Bucket, circa 1840
Antique English Oak Brass and Copper Barrel Style Bucket, circa 1840

Antique English Oak Brass and Copper Barrel Style Bucket, circa 1840

Located in San Francisco, CA

Wonderfully aged oak bucket or large pitcher with brass banding, handle and spout. England, Mid

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Mid-19th Century English Rustic Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Ignatius Taschner Jugendstil Brass and Copper Monkey Cheroot Cutter, circa 1900
Ignatius Taschner Jugendstil Brass and Copper Monkey Cheroot Cutter, circa 1900

Ignatius Taschner Jugendstil Brass and Copper Monkey Cheroot Cutter, circa 1900

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and unusual German Jugendstil brass, copper and steel cheroot cutter modeled as a monkey sat

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Late 19th Century German Jugendstil Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Metal

Set of 11 Brass and Copper Pétanque French Boules or Italian Bocce Balls
Set of 11 Brass and Copper Pétanque French Boules or Italian Bocce Balls

Set of 11 Brass and Copper Pétanque French Boules or Italian Bocce Balls

Located in Los Angeles, CA

bowl for decoration. Set of 11. 8 large, 2 medium and one small copper.

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

A large Raj period Indian brass and copper repousse work charger circa 1900
A large Raj period Indian brass and copper repousse work charger circa 1900

A large Raj period Indian brass and copper repousse work charger circa 1900

Located in Central England, GB

brass, which is extensively hand decorated with exceptionally fine applied radial panels and borders

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Copper

WAS Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts brass and copper candlesticks
WAS Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts brass and copper candlesticks

WAS Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts brass and copper candlesticks

By Was Benson

Located in London, GB

W A S Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts copper and brass candlesticks. Price for the pair.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Table Lamp by WMF Ikora, Brass and Copper, 1920s
Art Deco Table Lamp by WMF Ikora, Brass and Copper, 1920s

Art Deco Table Lamp by WMF Ikora, Brass and Copper, 1920s

By WMF Ikora, Paul Haustein

Located in Den Haag, NL

. Beathiful made Metalwork . Brass with Copper rings . Unique piece .

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Chrome

A pair of brass and copper Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century
A pair of brass and copper Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century

A pair of brass and copper Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

A pair of brass and copped Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century, with castellated

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Mid-19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

Pair of Inlaid Hand-Carved Anglo-Indian Side or End Tables with Brass and Copper
Pair of Inlaid Hand-Carved Anglo-Indian Side or End Tables with Brass and Copper

Pair of Inlaid Hand-Carved Anglo-Indian Side or End Tables with Brass and Copper

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Pair of finely carved and inlaid Anglo-Indian octagonal traveling side or end tables with copper

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Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo-Indian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Cocktail Ball and Tray Designed by Russel Wright for Chase
Art Deco Cocktail Ball and Tray Designed by Russel Wright for Chase

Art Deco Cocktail Ball and Tray Designed by Russel Wright for Chase

By Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Nantucket, MA

Art Deco chrome cocktail ball and tray designed by Russel Wright for Chase Brass and Copper Company

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Chrome

Copper and Brass Coal Kettle Purdonium
Copper and Brass Coal Kettle Purdonium

Copper and Brass Coal Kettle Purdonium

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Hand crafted brass and copper coal pot. Beautiful patina in contrasting metals. Nicely banded

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19th Century English Regency Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large Antique Copper & Brass Kettle
Large Antique Copper & Brass Kettle

Large Antique Copper & Brass Kettle

Located in Ipswich, GB

Offered for sale is this large 19th Century Victorian antique copper and brass kettle of good

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19th Century Early Victorian Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Chrome and Glass Serving Piece by Chase
Art Deco Chrome and Glass Serving Piece by Chase

Art Deco Chrome and Glass Serving Piece by Chase

By Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

rest, and a pair of glass spoons. The set was made by the Chase Brass and Copper Company and is stamped

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Brass And Copper

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Chrome

Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker
Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker

Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker A great and very practical piece, this

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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass, Copper

Salt and Pepper Shakers, Modern, Russel Wright for Chase, 1935
Salt and Pepper Shakers, Modern, Russel Wright for Chase, 1935

Salt and Pepper Shakers, Modern, Russel Wright for Chase, 1935

By Russel Wright, Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in New York, NY

Streamlined/Art Deco design period, by designer Russel Wright for Chase Brass and Copper Co., 1935, USA. This

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Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Brass And Copper

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Chrome, Brass

English 1920s Hand-Hammered Copper and Brass Musketeer Boot Umbrella Stand
English 1920s Hand-Hammered Copper and Brass Musketeer Boot Umbrella Stand

English 1920s Hand-Hammered Copper and Brass Musketeer Boot Umbrella Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English hand-hammered brass and copper musketeer boot umbrella stand from circa 1920 with front

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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Copper, Brass

French Art Nouveau Brass, Copper and Cut Crystal Flush Mount, circa 1920
French Art Nouveau Brass, Copper and Cut Crystal Flush Mount, circa 1920

French Art Nouveau Brass, Copper and Cut Crystal Flush Mount, circa 1920

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Magnificent brass and copper fluh mount with a cut crystal frosted globe. Both the brass and

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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Brass And Copper

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Crystal, Brass, Copper

English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass  Coal Bucket Planter
English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass  Coal Bucket Planter

English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass Coal Bucket Planter

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful heraldic brass and copper pot. deep detail in shield and quality craftsmanship throughout

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19th Century English Regency Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass Coal Bucket Planter
English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass Coal Bucket Planter

English Late 19th Century Copper & Brass Coal Bucket Planter

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful heraldic brass and copper pot. deep detail in shield and quality craftsmanship throughout

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19th Century English Regency Antique Brass And Copper

Materials

Brass

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Antique Brass And Copper For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique brass and copper available at 1stDibs. Each antique brass and copper for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, copper and brass. There are many kinds of the antique brass and copper you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique brass and copper, designed in the Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique brass and copper that is appealing in its simplicity, but WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, W.A.S. Benson and Poul Henningsen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Brass And Copper?

The average selling price for an antique brass and copper at 1stDibs is $1,372, while they’re typically $13 on the low end and $85,266 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Brass And Copper
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique copper finish refers to the natural tarnishing or ‘patina’ that a copper piece acquires over time. It also refers to the green color some vintage copper pieces take on. You’ll find a large collection of antique copper from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Unless a copper piece has a heavy green patina indicating advanced age or bears a maker’s mark identifying it, the best way to tell whether a copper piece is antique is to take it to an appraiser. Find a collection of antique, vintage and modern copper pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell the difference between brass and copper, study the color of the item carefully. Brass is a yellowish-red color that is similar to gold. As it ages, it usually develops a brown patina. On the other hand, copper looks redder when new and usually turns greenish with age. If color alone isn't enough to determine the material of a piece, consult an expert who can perform additional testing. Explore a variety of copper and brass wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.