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Rosemary Ellis Snail X Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XI Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XII Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XIII Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XV Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Pen, Ink, Watercolor
Rosemary Ellis Surreal Snail Linocut Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Realist Animal Prints
Materials
Linocut
Rosemary Ellis Snail XVI Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XIV Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Snail XVIII Watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Rosemary Ellis Lily watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century Modern
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor
Rosemary Ellis Snail watercolour Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century Modern
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis (including companion snail). To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below i...
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1950s Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Laid Paper
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 0.79 in
Rosemary Ellis Snail on Leaf Linocut Modern British Art Wildlife Mid Century
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Realist Animal Prints
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Linocut
American Wildlife Refuge - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
realized in the U.S in the Mid-20th Century in a series on American life in the 20th Century.
With the
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
No Reserve
H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 0.08 in
Mid Century French Illustration Sketches Of Outdoor Wildlife
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Wildlife
by Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022)
signed
pastel/watercolor on paper, unframed
painting
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings
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Oil Pastel, Watercolor
H 14 in W 18 in D 1 in
Mid 20th Century Modernist; 'Meadow Landscape with Wildlife' Expressionist oil
Located in Frome, Somerset
Landscape with Wildlife' circa 1950-60.
oil on canvas 33cmx41cm
gallery frame 40cmx48cm
Wild flowers in a
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1950s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
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Oil
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H 15.75 in W 18.9 in D 1.97 in
Rosemary Ellis Snail XVII Watercolour Mid Century Modern British Art Wildlife
By Rosemary Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from thi...
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1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Clifford Ellis Curlew pencil sketch Mid Century Modern British Art Wildlife
By Clifford Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - o...
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1950s Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Carbon Pencil
H 11.03 in W 16.54 in D 0.79 in
Clifford Ellis Curlew II pencil sketch Mid Century Modern British Art Wildlife
By Clifford Ellis
Located in London, GB
From a series of paintings by Clifford Ellis. To see them or our other Modern British Art, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - o...
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1950s Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
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Carbon Pencil
H 9.85 in W 12.21 in D 0.79 in
Early Naturalistic Wildlife Animal Rendering of a Possible Capuchin Monkey
By Peter Paillou
Located in Houston, TX
Early naturalistic wildlife rendering by the English artist Peter Paillou. The work features a
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Mid-18th Century Naturalistic Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
H 32.5 in W 25.25 in D 1.13 in
German Silver Various Wildlife Cork Bottle Stopper Collection
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
, two Euro stag mounts, rooster pheasant, full body stag and a goose. Ex. Bonhams
PERIOD: Mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century German Barware
Materials
Silver
Countrycore Mural Cottagecore Wall Chart Vintage Poster Seal Maritime Wildlife
Located in Berghuelen, DE
The vintage-look poster print shows the appearance of a seal in wildlife. Colorful print on thick
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Mid-20th Century German Country Prints
Materials
Paper
H 25.2 in W 35.44 in D 0.79 in
Wolf with Bone, Wildlife Bronze on Wood Base, Western Art Sculpture
By Charles Marion Russell
Located in Whitefish, MT
, grand landscapes, and majestic wildlife scenes. While his art is considered historic, his spirit is
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare Hand Crafted & Glazed Italian Majolica Pendant w. Ocean Wildlife Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
our years of trading in 20th century lighting we have never seen a majolica light fixture, let alone
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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H 32 in Dm 12.75 in
Hedgehog #1 - Signed limited edition wildlife fine art, Contemporary square
By Tim Platt
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
captured at several thousandths of a second in mid-flight, he is fascinated by the level of detail that can
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2010s Modern Color Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Giclée, Pigment, Archival Pig...
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H 41.74 in W 41.74 in D 0.08 in
Bullfrog #1 - Signed limited edition wildlife fine art, Contemporary Portrait
By Tim Platt
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
observing the magnified eye of a bullfrog, or an eagle captured at several thousandths of a second in mid
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography
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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Giclée, Pigment, Archival Pig...
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H 35.04 in W 41.74 in D 0.08 in
Bald Eagle #3 - Signed limited edition wildlife fine art, Contemporary Portrait
By Tim Platt
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
of a second in mid-flight, he is fascinated by the level of detail that can be revealed in a large
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Giclée, Pigment, Archival Pig...
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H 41.74 in W 58.27 in D 0.08 in
Mid 20th Century Oil - Heath Landscape
Located in Corsham, GB
wildlife and green cover. The painting has been indistinctly signed to the lower right. On board.
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20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ox by Noland Anderson, Mixed Media Painting of Black Woman & Wildlife, Gold Leaf
Located in Charelston, SC
art throughout the mid 1990s through early 2000s. During this period, Noland's freelance work extended
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Sticky Monkey Flower, Big Sur" - Mid Century Botanical Illustration
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful mid-century ink brush botanical illustration titled "Sticky Monkey Flower, Big Sur" by
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1940s American Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink
"Sundown" Western Shoot Out, Mid Century Figurative Action Scene
Located in Soquel, CA
A dramatic mid-century western figurative action scene depicting a shootout in an old western town
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1940s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Fiberboard
H 28.25 in W 22.25 in D 1.25 in
"GREEN BOATS" OTIS DOZIER 1960 MCM ABSTRACT MID CENTURY MODERN
By Otis Dozier
Located in San Antonio, TX
the materials that allowed him to cultivate a love for nature and wildlife. He once said, "youve got
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1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 25 in W 35 in D 3 in
Marvelous Early to Mid-20th Century Owl Monkey Pointillism Drawing / Painting
Located in Lisse, NL
given the opportunity to acquire this one of a kind 'work of wildlife art' in this difficult and rare
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Early 20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Glass, Paper, Plaster
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H 32.9 in W 26.8 in D 1 in
1950s Hanging Metal Brass Tray Mid Century Modern Chinoiserie Wall Decor 35 in D
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Asia, was meticulously hammered, chiseled, and engraved with scenes of dragons, wildlife, and foliage
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
H 35.25 in Dm 35.3 in
Mid-19th Century Decorative Map of India with Cultural and Natural Vignettes
Located in Langweer, NL
. They were produced during the mid-19th century, a time when cartographic publishing became as much an
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Antique 1850s Maps
Materials
Paper
H 14.26 in W 10.71 in D 0 in
Woodland River - Mid 20th Century Oil Landscape of Forest by Leonard Richmond
By Leonard Richmond
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
piece was created using oil and is in a wooden frame.
Keywords: mid 20th century, 1950s, landscape
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1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
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Oil
H 18.27 in W 25.28 in D 1.38 in
Vintage 19th Century Enamel/Silver Austrian Clock
Located in Bronx, NY
This rare antique Austrian enamel and silver cabinet clock dates from the mid-19th century. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Eileen Soper - 20th Century British drawing of chicks in the nest
By Eileen Soper
Located in London, GB
the extensive garden into a sanctuary for the wildlife she studied and adored. The two sisters
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Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
Vintage Canvas Tigers in the Wilderness
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stylish vintage hand-painted canvas theme wild animals:
two tigers in the wildlife, Savanna.
It
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Linen
Japanese Fine Hand Carved Pair Flying Cranes With Matsu Trees Ranma Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
imposing wildlife screen a must consideration. Notice the simple and fine details. One of a kind.
Very
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood
Culver Glass Serving Platter or Large 22-Karat Gold Leaf Glass Tray
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Miami, FL
instead on typical designs like paisley, leaves, wildlife, and sea life.
The Moderne Glass Company
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Glass
20th Century Oil on Canvas Painting Entitled "Woodcock" by Colin Burns
Located in London, GB
Very fine Mid 20th Century oil on canvas painting of a resting Woodcock with good naturalistic
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20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
19th Century French Bronze Of A Stag & Doe, Prosper Lecourtier (1851-1925)
By Prosper Lecourtier
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
of 1900. Born in France in the mid-19th century, Lecourtier displayed a remarkable talent for
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Antique 19th Century French Other Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 22.05 in W 16.15 in D 8.27 in
Etudes d'Animaux Sauvages, Etching and Drypoint by Odette Denis
Located in Ulm, DE
"Etudes d'animaux sauvages" (french: Wildlife studies)
Etching and drypoint
by Odette Denis, signed
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Black Giant Squirrel or Javan Squirrel
Located in Langweer, NL
comes from an era when wildlife illustrations were an essential method for sharing knowledge of zoology
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 9.57 in W 5.79 in D 0.02 in
Whimsical Polly Want a Table Bevel Glass on Parrot Base Style of Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fun wildlife themed occasional table. 16" Beveled glass top on parrot base . Quality is that of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Composition
An Original 1825 Illustration of the Large Hairy Armadillo by G.B. Whittaker
Located in Langweer, NL
naturalist and engineer who was known for his descriptions of South American fauna during the 18th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 5.79 in W 9.45 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Pampas Cat
Located in Langweer, NL
the early 19th-century endeavor to document and share knowledge of the world's wildlife. Charles
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Print of a Senegal Lion by Brodtmann, circa1830
Located in Langweer, NL
a reflection of the early 19th-century fascination with wildlife and the natural world
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 8.94 in W 12.76 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Three-Toed Sloth
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is a fine example of a 19th-century natural history illustration, specifically an antique
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Common Pale-Throated Sloth
Located in Langweer, NL
sharing knowledge about wildlife before the age of photography.
Charles Hamilton Smith (1776-1859) was a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 9.57 in W 5.79 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Pale-Throated Sloth
Located in Langweer, NL
sharing knowledge about wildlife before the age of photography.
Charles Hamilton Smith (1776-1859) was a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Phalanger Species
Located in Langweer, NL
when such illustrations were critical for the study and documentation of wildlife, prior to the advent
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Martin Knowellden (b.1943) - Framed 1979 Gouache, Bird of Prey Landing
Located in Corsham, GB
An original gouache scene by wildlife artist Martin Knowellden, depicting a bird of prey landing in
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Mid-20th Century Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
Hand-Colored Antique Engraving of a Male and Female Deer, Published in 1820
Located in Langweer, NL
illustrations from the 18th or 19th century. These images would have been used to study and document different
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 10.08 in W 7.76 in D 0.02 in
Original Antique Print of Marmot Diana, an unknown variety of a Groundhog, 1824
Located in Langweer, NL
, a noted menagerie in London during the early 19th century, where many exotic animals were kept for
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 5.63 in W 9.45 in D 0.02 in
Original Hand Colored Antique Print of a Syrian Hyrax, 1825
Located in Langweer, NL
print would have served as an informative illustration for those curious about foreign wildlife. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
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Paper
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H 5.28 in W 9.45 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Florida Rat
Located in Langweer, NL
common in the period and used to educate and fascinate the public with visuals of wildlife.
Charles
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Siberian Lynx
Located in Langweer, NL
the early scientific efforts to document wildlife in their natural habitats with an emphasis on both
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Pair of Small Bronze Midcentury Giraffe Sculptures, American Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming pair of mid-20th-century American bronze giraffe sculptures exudes a playful and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Masked Squirrel
Located in Langweer, NL
documentation would have played an essential role in the study and conservation of wildlife.
Without a current
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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate wildlife mid century for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Expressionist style, while we also have 1 Expressionist versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a wildlife mid century from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. If you’re looking to add a wildlife mid century to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, beige, black, brown and more. A wildlife mid century from Rosemary Ellis, John James Audubon and Clifford Ellis — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, watercolour and ink.
How Much is a Wildlife Mid Century?
A wildlife mid century can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $575, while the lowest priced sells for $264 and the highest can go for as much as $2,500.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
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