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Creator: Unknown
Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture, Signed 1979
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This abstract sculpture has a smooth black, glossy surface and an organic modernist form. The shape is fluid and curved, resembling a stylized human form or a natural element. The da...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Mid Century Glass Vase – Blown Glass in Aubergine Purple
Located in Barcelona, ES
This elegant blown glass vase in a delicate aubergine purple hue is a beautiful example of mid-century design. Its slender form and soft, refined lines embody the sophistication and ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

2 Portugiese Ceramic and blue and white tiled large Vase
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" On offer is a small piece of Portuguese flair with our contemporary ceramic and tile floor vases. Drawing inspiration from the iconic azulejos style, these vases showcase a beautiful blend of blue and white tiles, echoing the iconic blue and white tile decoration found throughout Portugal. Versatile in function, these vases serve as striking standalone pieces or elegant vessels for showcasing dry...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Antique, Early 1900 Large Hand Carved Alabaster Sculpture / Bust of Jesus Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and antique alabaster sculpture of our Lord Jesus. This gorgeous and large size work of religious art from a church or monastery is...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Antique Black Forest Bear Bench w. Five Bear Sculptures & Carved Oak Leaf Seat
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and impressive, hand carved and demountable bench with five bear sculptures. This superbly hand carved bench is entirely made of solid wood and therefor too this stunning and highly decorative antique is as strong and stable as the day it was it was made. We cannot single out one detail that is more special than others, because the standing bear sculptures...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Trompe L'oeil Country House Painted Oak Box
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th Century Trompe L'oeil Country House Painted Oak Box This adorable box is an original 19th century box that was recently painted in the 21st century by an English artist in the ...
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19th Century English Country Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Paint

20th C Small Papago Basket Lidded Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C small Papago basket lidded jar. Great condition.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp, Natural Fiber

Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Chunks
Located in Warrenton, OR
Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Chunks This unique geode offers crystal chunks in crystal druzy, with tiny black speckles. It measures approximately 2.5 x 2.25 x 1.12 inc...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other

18th C. Tibetan Gilt Bronze Green Tara Buddha Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
A Gilt Bronze Tibetan Representation Of A rare Green Tara Buddha Statue. Sounds like there is an item sealed inside. Gilt Bronze and Copper. Early 1...
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1790s Tibetan Tibetan Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Golden, White, & Red Druzy Crystal Geode Natural Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
Golden, White, & Red Druzy Crystal Geode Natural Specimen This beautiful geode is small, but mighty in sparkle. It measures approximately 3 x 2.25 x 1.25 inches. We're not sure what ...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Pyrite, Rock Crystal, Other

Early 1900 Luigi Secchi Birds Italian Bronze Sculpture Bowl
Located in Brescia, IT
Birds Luigi Secchi Italy, 1890-1910 Bronze Sculpture Bowl "L Secchi" engraved
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rome Romulus Remus Souvenir Statue Sculpture on Marble Base Vintage Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Rome 1960s Souvenir sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a marble base. This was bought as a souvenir in Italy. A beautiful nice desktop item or just a display item...
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1960s Italian Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Metal

Shibui 08 Sculpture by WANAS
Located in Geneve, CH
Shibui 08 Sculpture by WANAS Dimensions: D 20 x W 24 x H 26 cm. Materials: Brass, rosewood, teak wood, and wood. The size is customisable on request. Please contact us. Why is it t...
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2010s Indian Post-Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Elegant Cut Crystal Bowl Czechoslovakia, 20th Century
Located in Praha, CZ
This stunning cut crystal bowl is a fine example of exquisite craftsmanship from former Czechoslovakia. Featuring intricate hand-cut patterns and brilliant clarity, it combines timel...
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Bronze Trio Of Large Abstract Pear Sculptures 80'S
Located in North Miami, FL
This trio of alternating forms and sizes of 3 abstract style bronze pear sculptures make a great ensemble that can be moved around. From the 80's. The 3 sizes are different and are a...
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1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original 1960s sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful wood and composition sunburst surrounding illustrating perfectly the mood of the decade. It is in very good...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Composition, Metal

Pair of 19th century Anduse pots in green ‘emaille’ by Poterie de la Madeleine
Located in Oostende, BE
The technique of the handmade pottery in Anduse (South of France) is centuries old. The story of the Vase d’Anduze began in the 16th century under the reign of Henry IV. It is though...
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19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Ceramic/Porcelain Whippet/Greyhound Puppy Dog Sculpture Figurine
Located in Warrenton, OR
Ceramic/Porcelain Whippet/Greyhound Puppy Dog Sculpture Figurine UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year. This is a lovely little mid-cent...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Art Deco Crystal Glass Perfume Bottle, vintage Austria 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A really beautiful clear colored Art Deco perfume bottle with a wonderful glass stopper. In excellent condition with no chips or signs of use at all. A real collectors item for your ...
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Dice Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice dice atop a nickel base. The best addition to your desk or every room.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Jacques Lautertach small bronze box. French c.1970’s
Located in London, GB
Small bronze brutalist box by Jacques Lautertach. French c.1970’s
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Crystal and Tole Metal Gold 2 Arm Candlestick Wall Sconce - Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful gilt tole wall candle sconce. This piece is tall and features two arms, and accommodates 2 tapered candles. It is made from metal, with applied tole details. Throughout, ...
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Swedish "dug out barrel"/laggkärl from around 1850s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish "dug out barrel"/laggkärl from around 1850s Made from a single solid dugout pine tree trunk with a attatched bottom, perfect as a planter. Height: 70 cm/27.5 inch Depth: 34...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Large Metal Verdigris Crab Sculpture Figure Statue Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This verdigris metal crab statue was most likely made in the 1960s in Italy. Can not tell the maker or the artist and it is not signed. This particular crab statue is a beautiful pie...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Two Tall Gray Architectural French Sitting Stone Concrete Lions, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two concrete stone lions. Such a wonderful way to add a regal look to an entryway. (Or perhaps even a driveway.) Each lion sits on its hind legs, with its front paws outstr...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Medusa Sea Anemone Sculpture, Signed Original, Mixed Media
Located in Warrenton, OR
Medusa Sea Anemone Signed Original Sculpture, Mixed Media UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year. This intriguing sculpture is mixed medi...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Early 20th Century Scotty Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Style Figurine Catchall
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Desk Catchall figurine. This polychromed cold painted metal is probably something you need if you’re a Vienna bronze or a dog figure collector. Also nice as a gif...
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Brass Candle Snuffer Wand - India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A long brass candle snuffer, made in India. Created from brass, this long candle snuffer will be a beautiful accent on any side table. With a long twisted handle, it will make snuffi...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Italian School Sculpture "Hermaphrodite" 19th Century Carrara White Marble Group
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian School Sculpture "Hermaphrodite" 19th Century Carrara White Marble Group presented on a marble base Total height: 18 cm Width: 46.5 cm Depth: 25.5 cm good condition some defe...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Carrara Marble

Two Large Tall Architectural Garden Stone Concrete Horse Busts, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two cast concrete stone horse busts. Such a wonderful way to add a regal look to an entryway. (Or perhaps even a driveway.) Each piece depicts the bust of a horse with a flowing mane. Each sits upon a small square base. We also have large concrete lions...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Superb English Bulldog Terracotta Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, Italy 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of charm to your home with this exquisite ceramic Terracotta English Bulldog sculpture. This piece captures the playful spirit of the beloved breed with intricate detaili...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Art Nouveau Bat Inkwell by Unknown French Artist
Located in Chicago, US
Little is known about the origins of this amazing piece, apart from it being from France, circa 1900. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Two German Mid-Century Modern Pottery Fat Lava Vase by Kreutz, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing set of two midcentury studio art pottery vase made in Germany, circa 1970s, by Kreutz Keramik. Vases in very good condition with no chips, cracks, or flea bites. Signed wi...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Abraham Chikumbirike Ironwood Carving of Female Bust
Located in Highland, IN
This exquisite bust by African artist Abraham Chikumbirike is carved from dense ironwood. The finely detailed likeness of a dignified woman is especially impressive due to the diffic...
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1980s African Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

French Vintage Silver Plate Bamboo Design Hinged Small Box Desk Accessory
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage silver-plate hinged box has raised and textural designs of bamboo forms in rows. The interior is wood and stained black. It is a heavy gage and makes a fabulous d...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Murano Glass Sculptural Leaf Bowl with Bullicante
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Sculptural Leaf Bowl with Bullicante - medium to light mauve/violet color. (looks a darker on dark backgrounds) UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Artistic Nut & Bolt Sculpture Industrial Bauhaus Iron Art
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large 1930's nut and bolt on a brass plinth. Forged of iron, not cast. Bolt is 13-1/2" long and weighs 20+ lbs. An amazing piece of industrial art, not signed.
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1930s American Industrial Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

Extreme Rare Antique Carved Chandelier with Great American Eagle Sculpture 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, antique handcrafted 6-light chandelier – a true work of ART. There are moments in life when you come across something truly exceptional, and this magnificent chandelier from the Arts and Crafts era is one of those rare finds. Every element of this six-light pendant is handcrafted with unparalleled artistry and attention to detail. The chandelier features six elegantly carved arms, which resemble delicate flower stems emerging from the base, with each hand-carved arm showcasing intricate craftsmanship. The alabaster shades, in flawless condition, are designed as blooming flowers, adding a refined and timeless beauty to the piece. The chandelier’s base, also hand-carved from solid wood, is monumental in both size and craftsmanship. A stunning crafted chandelier that is both extraordinary and a true joy to behold. But it is the hand-carved American eagle sculpture...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass

Antique Lifesize Crowned Mother Mary and Child Jesus Gothic Revival Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Hand carved wood antique statue of Mother Mary wearing a Gothic crown. This original and all hand carved sculpture of the mother of all mothers is anothe...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

George Kafka Kinetic Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great movement on this kinetic Brutalist sculpture Signed.    
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1960s American Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

1970s Ceramic Art Pottery Rainbow Animals Hippo Pig Horse
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Colorful Rainbow Animal Collection Set of Three Horse 5.5H x 7D x 2.5W Hippo 2.75H 6D x 3W Pig 3.5T x 6L x 3W Ceramic-pottery with a Colorful glazed finish Wonderful lines ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Two Tall Architectural Sitting Stone Concrete Lions, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two concrete stone lions. Such a wonderful way to add a regal look to an entryway. (Or perhaps even a driveway.) Each lion sits on its hind legs, with its front paws outstr...
Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Swiss Art Deco table clock from the 1930s
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Swiss Art Deco Mantel Clock, 1930 This Art Deco mantel clock features a circular, clear glass dial that allows for an unobstructed view. The Arabic numerals and hour markers are silk...
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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

AMAZING MARBLE FIGURE OF THE MINOTAUR, 17th Century Baroque Style, Italy.
Located in Madrid, ES
MARBLE FIGURE OF THE MINOTAUR, 17th Century Baroque Style, Italy. Beige/grey marble. Minotaur on a rectangular "Rosso di Verona" base. H (without base) 81 cm. H (without base) 81 c...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Gold Ceramic Sea Shell Decorative Trinket or Change Dish
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pretty ceramic sea shell dish in gold and cream. This piece is made of ceramic, and would be fabulous for use as a change dish, trinket dish on a coffee table, or for jewelry on a ...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar 16th-17th Century/ Wabi-Sabi Vase/Tokoname
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Tokoname is a region located in Aichi Prefecture. It is a pottery production center with a very old history in Japan (around the 12th century). These jars were probably fired during...
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Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Sommerso Amber & Green Murano Art Glass Fruit Bowl 1970s Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Magnificent midcentury Murano Art Glass with astonishing color shades going from amber into green. This piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s or older. This wonderful piece is...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Egyptian Revival Bronze Sculpture of a Lion on a Marble Plinth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Egyptian Revival bronze sculpture. In the form of a male lion. Mounted atop a mottled rouge marble plinth. Simply a lovely Egyptian Revival bronze! Date: ...
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Hand Carved Wood Elephant
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand carved wood in a form of an elephant. No tusk
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Early 20th Century East Asian Folk Art Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Blown Glass Apothecary Jar with Decorative Sugar Glaze and Matching Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage hand-blown heavy bottom glass apothecary jar with decorative sugar glaze and matching lid. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

19th C Decorated Salt Glazed Crock with Floral Motif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C decorated salt glazed crock with floral motif.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Light 31 Porcelain Sculpture by Laura Pasquino
Located in Geneve, CH
Light 31 Porcelain Sculpture by Laura Pasquino One of a kind Dimensions: D 32 x H 32 cm Material: White porcelain. Laura Pasquino Incorporating references from ancient Korean ceram...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Art Glass Bowl, Peach Shades, Signed or Initialed on Bottom
Located in Warrenton, OR
FINAL REDUCTION Art Glass Bowl, Peach Shades, Signed or Initialed on Bottom UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year. Very good vintage con...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Vintage Italian Pewter Ewer with Cherub and Rams, Italy Art Nouveau
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of large amazing pewter vases, Ewer, or Amphoras made in Italy. Vases are in very good condition with a nice patina. Marked on the bottom 90% peltrato.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Viking Soldier Decorative Bronze Statue Sculpture, Vienna Austria 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous classic decorative Statue or Miniature Sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of a kind of metal, we think it's bronze or brass. Very decorativ...
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1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Swiss Black Forest Grand Tour Mirror Hand-Carved Nutwood Temple Ruin Frame 19thC
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazingly hand-carved picture frame with mirror. If ever there were an antique with character, presence, and historical gravitas, this breathtaking Black Forest mirror would surely ...
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19th Century Swiss Grand Tour Antique Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Chinese Porcelain Ginger Jar - Qianlong Stamp
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vintage Chinese, cobalt blue ginger jar - circa 1970s - Qianlong Stamp Decorated with hand-enamelled chinoiserie-style framed scenes to both ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Set of Two Midcentury White Opaline Cenedese Glass Box with Bronze Mounts Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of two beautiful jewelry boxes with glass lids made of opal glass. This type of jewelry box was mainly made in France, Italy and earlier in Bohemia. They were made from the early 19th century to the mid 20th century. However, the heyday of opal boxes...
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1950s Italian Empire Vintage Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Moroccan Moorish Tole and Glass Candle Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted vintage Moroccan tole metal glass lantern or Moorish pendant. Moorish style North African lantern with multi-color molded colored glass panels in green, lavender, blue an...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Unknown Decorative Objects

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Metal

Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking wall mirror with handcarved geometrical 'flowers' and trefoil symbols. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this perfectly fine and deeply handcarved, sc...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Unknown decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 3,359 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3,465 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects by Unknown were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Unknown decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $28 and can go as high as $216,361, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,099.
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