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Chinese Mustard Glazed Incised Slip Decoration Ceramic Vase Vessel
Chinese Mustard Glazed Incised Slip Decoration Ceramic Vase Vessel

Chinese Mustard Glazed Incised Slip Decoration Ceramic Vase Vessel

Located in Wichita, KS

. The tonal variation in the glaze enhances the hand-worked character of the piece, with gentle movement

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Mid-Century Modern Stereo Cabinet
Unique Mid-Century Modern Stereo Cabinet

Unique Mid-Century Modern Stereo Cabinet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

character, while the compact proportions make it versatile for living rooms, dining spaces, or offices

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Wood

Three-sided wooden ashtray, France, 1960
Three-sided wooden ashtray, France, 1960

Three-sided wooden ashtray, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

expressive character. This ashtray is distinguished by its sculptural form, resting on three stylized faces

Category

1960s French Brutalist Vintage Characters

Materials

Wood

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 4'4" x 6'4"
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 4'4" x 6'4"

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 4'4" x 6'4"

Located in Whittier, CA

, anchors the composition with symmetry and refinement. Surrounding motifs—floral and geometric in character

Category

1960s Turkish Oushak Vintage Characters

Materials

Wool

Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti 'Sapo' Coffee Table in Concrete and Glass
Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti 'Sapo' Coffee Table in Concrete and Glass

Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti 'Sapo' Coffee Table in Concrete and Glass

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

surface and the raw, heavy concrete gives the piece its distinct character.

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

International Silver 'Tropical' Pitcher
International Silver 'Tropical' Pitcher

International Silver 'Tropical' Pitcher

By International Silver

Located in Los Angeles, CA

character and would make a great gift.

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Characters

Materials

Silver

Set Brutalist Swedish Solid Pine Stools
Set Brutalist Swedish Solid Pine Stools

Set Brutalist Swedish Solid Pine Stools

Located in SITTARD, NL

. Some small chips on the legs, consistent with age and use, adding to the character and Brutalist appeal.

Category

1960s Swedish Brutalist Vintage Characters

Materials

Pine

French Ceramic Vase by St.Clément, 1970s–1979s
French Ceramic Vase by St.Clément, 1970s–1979s

French Ceramic Vase by St.Clément, 1970s–1979s

By Saint-Clément

Located in Paris, FR

own or with a few branches, it brings a bold mid-century character to a console, shelf, or dining

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Black “Luna” lamp by Rinaldo Cutini
Black “Luna” lamp by Rinaldo Cutini

Black “Luna” lamp by Rinaldo Cutini

Located in HAARLEM, NL

character: a warm, focused glow emerging from its sculpted core, casting soft ambient light that transforms

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Characters

Materials

Metal

Børge Mogensen - Sofa and Ottoman for Fredericia, Model 2212, Denmark
Børge Mogensen - Sofa and Ottoman for Fredericia, Model 2212, Denmark

Børge Mogensen - Sofa and Ottoman for Fredericia, Model 2212, Denmark

Located in Rosendahl, DE

, highlighting its authentic vintage character with light signs of wear. Solid oak legs provide stability and a

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Postmodern Marble Stone and Glass Coffee Table 1980s
Vintage Postmodern Marble Stone and Glass Coffee Table 1980s

Vintage Postmodern Marble Stone and Glass Coffee Table 1980s

By Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Casigliani, Angelo Mangiarotti, Gae Aulenti, Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Mario Bellini

Located in Palm Desert, CA

, along with subtle off-white and cream variations, giving it natural depth and character. Measurements

Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Marble

Stainless Steel Pitcher with Teak Handle by Guy Degrenne, France - 1970s
Stainless Steel Pitcher with Teak Handle by Guy Degrenne, France - 1970s

Stainless Steel Pitcher with Teak Handle by Guy Degrenne, France - 1970s

By Jens Quistgaard, Arne Jacobsen

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

its surroundings, adding depth and character.

Category

1970s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Stainless Steel

1 of the 2 Gray Ceramic Lamps, Custom Neutral Lampshades by R. Houben
1 of the 2 Gray Ceramic Lamps, Custom Neutral Lampshades by R. Houben

1 of the 2 Gray Ceramic Lamps, Custom Neutral Lampshades by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

. He creates perfectly tailored shades that complement each piece’s character and form.

Category

1960s French Brutalist Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Circular bamboo bookcase
Circular bamboo bookcase

Circular bamboo bookcase

Located in Athens, Attiki

character to any space.

Category

1980s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Bamboo

Jens Quistgaard, Candlesticks, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
Jens Quistgaard, Candlesticks, Brass, Denmark, 1950s

Jens Quistgaard, Candlesticks, Brass, Denmark, 1950s

Located in Genarp, SE

essence of mid-century Danish craftsmanship. The warm patina of the brass enhances their character and

Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Brass

Vintage Silver-Plated Snoopy Peanuts Money Box Can Bank Leonard
Vintage Silver-Plated Snoopy Peanuts Money Box Can Bank Leonard

Vintage Silver-Plated Snoopy Peanuts Money Box Can Bank Leonard

Located in Chula Vista, CA

. The figure is based on the Peanuts character designed by Charles Schulz. It features markings from the

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Silver Plate

Native American Navajo Dancing Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug
Native American Navajo Dancing Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug

Native American Navajo Dancing Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug

Located in Studio City, CA

featuring a single Navajo dancer portraying a Yei (Yeibichai) characters. Yei is the Navajo name for

Category

20th Century American Native American Vintage Characters

Materials

Wool

Native American Navajo Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug Blanket
Native American Navajo Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug Blanket

Native American Navajo Yei Yeibichai Handwoven Pictorial Wool Rug Blanket

Located in Studio City, CA

) characters. Yei is the Navajo name for benevolent, holy beings who possess supernatural healing powers. From

Category

20th Century American Native American Vintage Characters

Materials

Wool

Full Size Wooden Carousel Goat.
Full Size Wooden Carousel Goat.

Full Size Wooden Carousel Goat.

By Daniel Charles Muller

Located in Nantwich, GB

back of the saddle. Punch was one of the turn of the century’s most popular characters known to most

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Vintage Characters

Materials

Wood

Vintage Pepsi-Cola Diner Menu Board Sign
Vintage Pepsi-Cola Diner Menu Board Sign

Vintage Pepsi-Cola Diner Menu Board Sign

Located in Dekalb, IL

time-earned character, while the blue and red striping along the lower edge anchors the composition

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Characters

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Graff 18KT Gold and Onyx Figural Necklace
Vintage Graff 18KT Gold and Onyx Figural Necklace

Vintage Graff 18KT Gold and Onyx Figural Necklace

Located in Braintree, GB

, with the repeated nude-form links giving the piece a strong artistic and erotic character. Dimensions

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Peacock Cultured Pearl Necklace
Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Peacock Cultured Pearl Necklace

Vintage Mikimoto Sterling Silver Peacock Cultured Pearl Necklace

By Mikimoto

Located in New York, NY

Mikimoto, perfect for adding depth and character to any jewelry collection. Weight: 30.8 Grams Stone

Category

20th Century Vintage Characters

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver

Spanish Colonial Oak & Leather Chairs
Spanish Colonial Oak & Leather Chairs

Spanish Colonial Oak & Leather Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

backs. The leather has a rich patina with visible wear that adds character and depth. Good vintage

Category

1940s Spanish Vintage Characters

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of Brass Glass Table Lamps R. Rooke, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970
Pair of Brass Glass Table Lamps R. Rooke, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970

Pair of Brass Glass Table Lamps R. Rooke, Lampshade by R. Houben, 1970

By Carl Fagerlund

Located in Rijssen, NL

perfectly tailored shades that complement each piece’s character and form.

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Brutalist Metal Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Company
Brutalist Metal Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Company

Brutalist Metal Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

emphasis on surface depth and artisanal character. Its compact yet impactful form makes it a striking

Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vintage Characters

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Six-Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser 1960s
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Six-Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser 1960s

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Six-Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser 1960s

Located in Emeryville, CA

-century-inspired interiors, it brings warmth, character, and sophistication to any room.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Teak

Large Oak Brutalist Sideboard from "Aurora"
Large Oak Brutalist Sideboard from "Aurora"

Large Oak Brutalist Sideboard from "Aurora"

Located in Waasmunster, BE

geometric reliefs that play with light and shadow, embodying the raw, expressive character typical of mid

Category

1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Characters

Materials

Oak

Bitossi Silver Ceramic Lamp, Custom Natural Lampshade by R. Houben
Bitossi Silver Ceramic Lamp, Custom Natural Lampshade by R. Houben

Bitossi Silver Ceramic Lamp, Custom Natural Lampshade by R. Houben

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

designer. He creates perfectly tailored shades that complement each piece’s character and form.

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 13K Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Ring
Antique 13K Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Ring

Antique 13K Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

appealing to collectors who appreciate the character and craftsmanship of early diamond cutting. Old mine

Category

20th Century Vintage Characters

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Pair of Bitossi Ceramic FLoor Table Lamps, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben
Pair of Bitossi Ceramic FLoor Table Lamps, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

Pair of Bitossi Ceramic FLoor Table Lamps, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

By Bitossi

Located in Rijssen, NL

renowned Dutch designer. He creates perfectly tailored shades that complement each piece’s character and

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Asian Patinated Plaster Bust of Man
Vintage Asian Patinated Plaster Bust of Man

Vintage Asian Patinated Plaster Bust of Man

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

testament to classical Asian aesthetic traditions. The base features elegant calligraphic characters that

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Vintage Characters

Materials

Plaster

Classic Crucifix Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Classic Crucifix Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

Classic Crucifix Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

depth and character. The pendant measures approximately 1.25 inches by 0.6 inch and weighs 1.41 grams

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Characters

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Novelty $100 Bill Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold
Novelty $100 Bill Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold

Novelty $100 Bill Pendant in 10k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

a classic money motif, making it a standout piece for adding character to a chain or collection

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Characters

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

De Sede DS-31 Terracotta Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede DS-31 Terracotta Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede DS-31 Terracotta Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Rødding, DK

accentuates the handcrafted character of the piece. Resting on sleek metal legs, the sofa combines a strong

Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Characters

Materials

Steel

1950s Ritual Bronze Vessel with Figurative Relief and Hanging Lid
1950s Ritual Bronze Vessel with Figurative Relief and Hanging Lid

1950s Ritual Bronze Vessel with Figurative Relief and Hanging Lid

Located in Marbella, ES

attached by a chain, reinforcing its functional and ceremonial character. The body is profusely ornamented

Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Characters

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Cast Concrete German Shepherd Head
Vintage Cast Concrete German Shepherd Head

Vintage Cast Concrete German Shepherd Head

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

character of the breed with remarkable detail, from the iconic pointed ears to the lifelike, playful

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Vintage Characters

Materials

Concrete

20th Century Spanish Console Table with Iron Stretcher and Two Drawers
20th Century Spanish Console Table with Iron Stretcher and Two Drawers

20th Century Spanish Console Table with Iron Stretcher and Two Drawers

Located in Miami, FL

ornamental drawer fronts that highlight its artisanal character and timeless classic style. Its sturdy

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Vintage Characters

Materials

Iron

Weathered Antique Cast Stone Swan Garden Planter, Country Style UK
Weathered Antique Cast Stone Swan Garden Planter, Country Style UK

Weathered Antique Cast Stone Swan Garden Planter, Country Style UK

Located in London, Park Royal

A charming antique swan-form garden planter, beautifully weathered with age and character. The

Category

20th Century British Country Vintage Characters

Materials

Cast Stone

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Vintage Characters For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage characters is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage characters — often made from ceramic, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Vintage characters have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage characters to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco vintage characters are of considerable interest. Many vintage characters are appealing in their simplicity, but Royal Doulton, Mastercraft and Roger Capron produced popular vintage characters that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Characters?

Vintage characters can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,533, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $38,829.