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Mugler Honeycomb Motif Suit
Mugler Honeycomb Motif Suit

Mugler Honeycomb Motif Suit

By Thierry Mugler

Located in New York, NY

pattern throughout. Snap front closure with slim cut skirt. France 1990s. Size 42. The "Insect" collection

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1980s French Vintage Insect Collection

THIERRY MUGLER S/S 1997 Hourglass Fringe Dress FR38
THIERRY MUGLER S/S 1997 Hourglass Fringe Dress FR38

THIERRY MUGLER S/S 1997 Hourglass Fringe Dress FR38

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

: FR38 Made in France From Thierry Mugler’s Spring Summer 1997 “Les Insectes” collection. The collection

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

Thierry Mugler FW 1991 Futuristic Mesh Insert Dress
Thierry Mugler FW 1991 Futuristic Mesh Insert Dress

Thierry Mugler FW 1991 Futuristic Mesh Insert Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha

Collection. The dress was photographed by Manfred Thierry Mugler himself for Hiver Shiva advertisement

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

Unframed Collection Painted Scientific Illustrations of Various Insects
Unframed Collection Painted Scientific Illustrations of Various Insects

Unframed Collection Painted Scientific Illustrations of Various Insects

Located in New York, NY

Unframed Collection painted scientific illustrations of various insects from the early 20th century

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20th Century Vintage Insect Collection

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Paper

Large Vintage Collection of 39 Lucite Encased  Insect Study Specimens
Large Vintage Collection of 39 Lucite Encased  Insect Study Specimens

Large Vintage Collection of 39 Lucite Encased Insect Study Specimens

Located in Rochester, NY

Large vintage collection of 39 lucite encased insect specimens. Range in size 4.25" x 1.75" x 1" to

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Insect Collection

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Lucite

Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s
Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s

Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s

By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Helsinki, FI

entomologists for housing lepidoptera and insect collections, their shallow drawers designed to protect and

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Insect Collection

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Acrylic, Birch

Gorgeous Thierry Mugler Couture SS 1997 Houndstooth Ensemble
Gorgeous Thierry Mugler Couture SS 1997 Houndstooth Ensemble

Gorgeous Thierry Mugler Couture SS 1997 Houndstooth Ensemble

By Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

This beautiful Spring Summer 1997 Thierry Mugler Couture LES INSECTS Collection Skirt Suit (Jacket

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1990s Vintage Insect Collection

Thierry Mugler Vintage S/S 1997 Couture Hourglass Bow Detail Dress
Thierry Mugler Vintage S/S 1997 Couture Hourglass Bow Detail Dress

Thierry Mugler Vintage S/S 1997 Couture Hourglass Bow Detail Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

collection, titled Les Insectes. A striped version was shown on the runway. Inspired by insect anatomy and

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

Retro 18k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Bumble Bee Brooch, Circa 1950
Retro 18k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Bumble Bee Brooch, Circa 1950

Retro 18k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Bumble Bee Brooch, Circa 1950

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

her fabulous collection of insects and animal jewelry collected over 8 decades and worn throughout the

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1950s Retro Vintage Insect Collection

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Bumblebee Brooch
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Bumblebee Brooch

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Bumblebee Brooch

Located in New York, NY

or insect-themed collection. Weight: 2.8 Grams Stone: Diamond Measurements: 19.6 x 19.55 x 8.4mm

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20th Century Vintage Insect Collection

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Zbierka (Collection/Like Pinned Insects)
Zbierka (Collection/Like Pinned Insects)

Zbierka (Collection/Like Pinned Insects)

By Robert Jancovic

Located in Van Nuys, CA

abstract form with stylized figures, some of which are pierced by needles. The artist, was the youngest artist ever to have been given his own atelier at the Academy of Art in Brati...

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1980s Contemporary Vintage Insect Collection

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Etching

Taxidermy Butterfly Flying Insects Collection of Multiple Species (10)
Taxidermy Butterfly Flying Insects Collection of Multiple Species (10)

Taxidermy Butterfly Flying Insects Collection of Multiple Species (10)

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a framed glass display featuring ten (10) flying insects of different

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1970s American American Classical Vintage Insect Collection

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Glass, Wood

Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Ruby Gold Queen Bee Insect Pin Brooch Clip Large
Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Ruby Gold Queen Bee Insect Pin Brooch Clip Large

Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Ruby Gold Queen Bee Insect Pin Brooch Clip Large

By Herbert Rosenthal

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, the brooch is a great addition to your jewelry collection. Signature piece of Herbert Rosenthal. Large

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1980s Vintage Insect Collection

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Insect Collection
Mid-Century Insect Collection

Mid-Century Insect Collection

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H 3 in W 12 in D 9 in

Mid-Century Insect Collection

Located in San Francisco, CA

Insect collection consisting of beetles, butterflies and moths in a wooden box with a hinged lid

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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Insect Collection

Vintage Insect Collection in Specimen Box from France
Vintage Insect Collection in Specimen Box from France

Vintage Insect Collection in Specimen Box from France

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage European collection of bug specimens, mounted and labelled in a wooden shadow box with

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Insect Collection

Materials

Glass, Organic Material, Wood

S/S 1997 Thierry Mugler Couture 'Les Insectes' Black Fringe Tassel Blazer
S/S 1997 Thierry Mugler Couture 'Les Insectes' Black Fringe Tassel Blazer

S/S 1997 Thierry Mugler Couture 'Les Insectes' Black Fringe Tassel Blazer

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

'Les Insectes' Couture collection, this blazer features masterful design and tailoring, with similar

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Insect Cummerbund & Bow Tie Set in Ferragamo Box c 1990
Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Insect Cummerbund & Bow Tie Set in Ferragamo Box c 1990

Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Insect Cummerbund & Bow Tie Set in Ferragamo Box c 1990

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in University City, MO

silk bow tie & cummerbund are illustrated with a collection of insects; bees, butterflies, dragonflies

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Insect Collection

Entomology Specimen Collection in Display Case
Entomology Specimen Collection in Display Case

Entomology Specimen Collection in Display Case

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H 3 in W 16.25 in D 13.75 in

Entomology Specimen Collection in Display Case

Located in North Miami, FL

This amazing collection of 30 insect specimens encased forever in acrylic are wonderful for

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Late 20th Century Asian Vintage Insect Collection

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Acrylic

Collection of Insects in Lucite
Collection of Insects in Lucite

Collection of Insects in Lucite

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H 4.34 in W 1.97 in D 1.19 in

Collection of Insects in Lucite

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A collection of tropical insects encased in lucite. 18 Availalbe. 20th Century. Avarage H:11cm x

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1970s Vintage Insect Collection

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By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in San Diego, CA

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1980s French Vintage Insect Collection

A Léonard Japanese-inspired Interior Robe in Printed Silk Satin Circa 2006
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By Leonard

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 2006 France Elegant interior robe  in printed silk satin from the house deisgner Léonard. As new, never worn, with its original label dating from 2006. Beautiful 100% salmon pi...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Insect Collection

Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s
Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s

Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-li...

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1960s Hong Kong Vintage Insect Collection

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Vintage Insect Collection

NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress

NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Insect Collection

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vintage Insect Collection

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

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1980s French Vintage Insect Collection

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Naples, FL

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress M/L Dolce & Gabbana vintage dress featuring bateau neckline and open knit throughout. The size tag ha...

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Early 2000s Vintage Insect Collection

Dolce & Gabbana navy feathered pant suit, fw 1990
Dolce & Gabbana navy feathered pant suit, fw 1990

Dolce & Gabbana navy feathered pant suit, fw 1990

$5,243

Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6

Dolce & Gabbana navy feathered pant suit, fw 1990

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Dolce & Gabbana navy cotton spandex pant suit comprising: wide cut button up blouse with fitted sleeves and feathered collar, and fitted high waisted pants. Fall-Winter 1990

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1990s Italian Vintage Insect Collection

Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse

Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse

By Rozae Nichols

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Vintage Insect Collection

1990s Thierry Mugler Rhinestone Brooch Balloon Sleeve Blazer Jacket
1990s Thierry Mugler Rhinestone Brooch Balloon Sleeve Blazer Jacket

1990s Thierry Mugler Rhinestone Brooch Balloon Sleeve Blazer Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Introducing a stunning piece from the 1990s, a fabulous black balloon sleeve blazer designed by Manfred Mugler for Thierry Mugler. This chic wrap blazer features a large rhinestone-c...

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit, fw 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit, fw 1998

Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit, fw 1998

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit comprising: single breasted blazer jacket with shawl lapel, straight leg pants and knee length pencil skirt. Fall-Winter 1998

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1990s French Vintage Insect Collection

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown
1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant Vintage Geoffrey Beene charcoal grey maxi silk gown. Matching coat sold separately. see listing from our store. Bust : 36. /hip: 36 Fit US Size : 4-6

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1990s American Vintage Insect Collection

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Women's Evening Pants with Matching Beaded Shoulder Bag S/S 2000 Collection Designer size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Zebra Design, Fully Beaded in Black, Gr...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Insect Collection

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Vintage Insect Collection For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage insect collection you’re looking for. A vintage insect collection — often made from ceramic, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage insect collection, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage insect collection is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Arts and Crafts and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made vintage insect collection has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Rose Cabat and Robert Thompson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Insect Collection?

A vintage insect collection can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,200, while the lowest priced sells for $59 and the highest can go for as much as $175,000.