Vintage Phrenology
Witold Gordon Gouache, Phrenology, Vanity Fair
By Witold Gordon 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This gouache, by Witold Gordon, is one of a series commissioned by Conde Nast which were published in Vanity Fair magazine in July 1934 under the banner “New York Shops You Never See...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Gouache
Vintage Phrenology Head Ornament, English, Ceramic, Decorative Bust, Circa 1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Phrenology head ornament. An English, ceramic decorative bust, dating to the late
Category
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Ceramic
H 11.42 in W 5.71 in D 6.89 in
Androgyny (6 Men + 6 Women)
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science was always laced with a touch of irony, and her
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
He With She and She With He
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
-scientific study of the human face (physiognomy, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science
Category
1990s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Businessman (10 Businessmen from Goldman Sachs)
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science was always laced with a touch of irony, and her
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Mankind
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
human face (physiognomy, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science was always laced
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Warhead I
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
social, scientific, and pseudo-scientific study of the human face (physiognomy, phrenology, etc
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
First and Second Male Movie Star Composites
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science was always laced with a touch of irony, and her
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
First and Second Beauty Composites
By Nancy Burson
Located in New York, NY
, phrenology, etc.). However, Burson’s attitude toward science was always laced with a touch of irony, and her
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Gelatin
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Vintage Italian Advertising Wall Clock, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage advertising wall clock made by Publiwatch Padova during the 1970s in Italy. It features a metal body and a plastic dial with aluminium hands.The piece has a battery-powered c...
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1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Metal
Coelestin Brugner Landscape with a Stork by the Water
By Colestin Brugner
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Coelestin Brugner (German 1824-1887), a landscape with a stork by the water, oil on canvas, signed (lower right), The painting measures 9 3/8"-inches high x 12 3/8"-inches wide, fram...
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Mid-19th Century German Georgian Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Paint
Landscape with Figures by Gaston Sebire
By Gaston Sébire 2
Located in Sheffield, MA
Gaston Sebire
French, 1920-2002
Landscape with figures
Oil on canvas
31 by 41 ½ in. With frame 38 by 48 ½ in.
Signed lower right
Gaston Sebire (1920 – 2002) Gaston Sebire, ...
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1960s French Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Canvas
Custom Modernist KNOLL Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. Custom Ordered “Puff” Mocha color upholstery "Nick Cave" and Manufactured by Knoll Textiles. Literally Brand new!! Woman ordered new f...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Metal, Steel
Antique Pair of Hand-Painted Earthenware Wall Plates Landscape with Deer / Stag
Located in Lisse, NL
Sizeable and decorative wall plates depicting wildlife in the mountains.
These are not your average, transfer printed wall plaques or plates. These sizeable plates each come with a ...
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Early 20th Century German Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Earthenware
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Petra VB3 Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Moonlight & Walnut- Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort.
The Petra lounge chair follow...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Kutitji | Shield Chair by Errol Evans + Trent Jansen
By Trent Jansen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edition of 8 + 4 Artist Proofs.
Lead time 4 months.
Kutitji | Shield Chair by Errol Evans + Trent Jansen
American cherry and American walnut
Kutitji Chair (Shield), designed by Er...
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2010s Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Walnut
'Selfish' Limited Edition Lounge Table from Egli Design
By Egle Mieliauskiene
Located in London, GB
'Selfish'
A woman with a mind of a snake. A mysterious figure wandering in the dark. Destined to survive by feeding on human emotions and feelings. Sucking the energy from its posse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Silver Leaf, Metal, Brass
Mand Pilti Low Chair / Dry Sand by Tanya Singer + Trent Jansen
By Trent Jansen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edition of 8 + 4 Artist Proofs.
Lead time 4 months.
Manta Pilti Dry Sand by Tanya Singer + Trent Jansen
American hard maple, American walnut, American cherry
Manta Pilti (Dry Sand...
Category
2010s Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Walnut
Cement Sculpture of Lounging Woman
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
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20th Century Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Stone
Venetian Illustrated, Polychrome, Gilt, and Leather Gondola Chair, c. 1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
An absolutely stunning and rare circa 1820 museum-worthy Venetian gondola chair with illustrated panels, polychrome finish, parcel-gilt decorations, and original leather upholstery. ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 38.38 in W 37.25 in D 23.5 in
Mand Pilti Chair / Dry Sand by Tanya Singer + Trent Jansen
By Trent Jansen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edition of 20 + 4 Artist Proofs.
Lead time 4 months.
Manta Pilti Dry Sand by Tanya Singer + Trent Jansen
American hard maple, American walnut, American cherry
Manta Pilti (Dry San...
Category
2010s Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Walnut
Female Nude Abstract Signed Mei
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Female nude abstract signed Mei. Subtle hues highlight this composition of a woman in a lounging position. Unframed.
Condition: Very good condition, recently stabilized (see photos).
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Canvas
Reimagined Vintage 1980s Phyllis Morris Off-White Bouclé Chair and Ottoman Set
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We didn’t want to change the amazing 1980s Phyllis Morris chair and ottoman, we just wanted to reimagine it in European off-white boucle. The set is stunning. The design not only hol...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Fabric
H 32 in W 26 in D 35 in
Pelican Blanc Glass Money Valve with Pelican Bird, Switzerland, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Money Valve - Ramasse-Monnaie for The White Pelican.
Vintage Counter Display - Advertising Display.
The White Pelican is known for the high quality of Fountain Pens , Ball...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Glass
17th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry with Classical Figures as Musicians
Located in Bradenton, FL
Flemish Verdure Tapestry with Classical Figures as Musicians, 17th Century.
Rectangular in shape, the colorful piece depicts an outdoor scene near a fountain with a man playing a har...
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18th Century French Louis XV Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Textile
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Phrenology by L.N Fowler, 'Large'
Located in Billerica, MA
Phrenology by L.N Fowler. Later reproduction. Very good condition. Makes a great mantle piece or a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Pottery
Folk Art Phrenology Painting ca. 1930s
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Unknown artist
Amateur phrenology study
circa 1930s
Oil, watercolor on heavy cardstock inside
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Wood
C. 1930s American Sideshow Phrenology Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
in the phrenology sketches and superb lettering. "Your Head Is Like An Open Box".
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Phrenology
Vintage Phrenology Head, English, Ceramic, Decorative Bust, Medical, Display
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Phrenology head. An English, ceramic decorative bust, dating to the late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century British Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Ceramic
H 12.01 in W 5.71 in D 5.71 in
Ceramic Phrenology Bust / Head by L.N. Fowler
By L. N. Fowler
Located in San Diego, CA
A reproduction ceramic phrenology bust / head by L.N. Fowler, circa 1980s. Amaze your friends by
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Ceramic
1980s Mike McMahon Opioid Mixed-Media 'Take Two and Call Me In The Morning'
By Mike McMahon
Located in Garnerville, NY
phrenological image. The image of a "Big Brother" doctor looming large over your pain relief, fix, drug of
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Lucite, Plexiglass, Paper
Vintage Phrenology Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage phrenology bust made of plaster.
Category
1930s American Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Plaster
Collection of Phrenology Heads Advertising Art
Located in Chicago, IL
These are interesting small phrenology heads that were given by drug companies with the drug
Category
1960s American Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Ceramic
A Collection of Prisoner Death Masks
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
there that he was introduced to phrenology by fellow member Bryan Donkin and began to make moulds from
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20th Century English Vintage Phrenology
Bronze skull of Marquis de Sade
Located in Paris, FR
, a disciple of physician Franz Joseph Gall, the father of phrenology, borrowed the skull and actually
Category
20th Century French Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Bronze
Phrenology by L.N Fowler, ‘Small’
Located in Billerica, MA
Phrenology by L.N Fowler. Later reproduction. Very good condition. Makes a great mantle piece or a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Pottery
Phrenology Tin Advertising Head of Common and Uncommon Sense
Located in New York, NY
Unusual painted Silhouette head of safety and common sense made for a sign.
Mounted on black base.
Category
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Phrenology
Materials
Tin
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Vintage Phrenology For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage phrenology for your home. Each vintage phrenology for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic and paint. There are many kinds of the vintage phrenology you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage phrenology is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage phrenology over the years, but those crafted by Witold Gordon are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Vintage Phrenology?
The average selling price for a vintage phrenology at 1stDibs is $1,500, while they’re typically $1,042 on the low end and $14,000 for the highest priced.
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