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Creator: Unknown
Brass Tray Holder by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid brass tray holder made in the 1970's and in excellent condition. The piece is shows well and can be polished if needed. This is part of the Ball line produced for Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

President Dwight D. Eisenhower Commemorative Ceramic Plate
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A round ceramic commemorative plate of President Dwight Eisenhower. The plate is circular, with gold detail around the edges, and a portrait of Presi...
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20th Century North American American Classical Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

Antique French 1900s Yellow Gold Thimble
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique French 18 karat yellow gold thimble; an addition to our diverse range of collectable antiques. This exceptional antique French 18 karat...
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Early 20th Century French Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

Gama Bulldozer Truck Tin Toy Car Vintage Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage sheet metal Toy car. Some play action functions include. In very good condition, with aging in a few spots but is still a great collec...
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20th Century German Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Margaret Atwood Autographed 'The Handmaid's Tale' 1986 O.W. Toad Ltd. U.S.A.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage book was written by the well known Canadian author; Margaret Atwood and entitled "The Handmaid's Tale". This copy was published by O.W. To...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Sterling Silver Model of a Royal Scots Dragoon Guard
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1970, this handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Royal Scots Dragoon Guard (formerly 3rd Carabiniers) is wonderfully modelled and sta...
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1970s English Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Signed Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Shaped Ceramic Ashtray with Swirled Glaze
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This hand-crafted ceramic ashtray is signed with an illegible signature, but presumed to have originated from the United States, possibly California, and dating to approximately 1965...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Canadian General Store Snow Drift Mocha Coffee Advertising Display Tin
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique general store advertising store display tin for Java Mocha coffee is presumed to have been made in Canada in approximately 1880 in t...
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Late 19th Century Canadian Victorian Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

20th Century English Pond Yacht
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
English Pond Yacht re-rigged with original Union Jack flags. Circa 1930.
Category

20th Century Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Vintage Brass Tic Tac Toe Set Game on Custom Lucite Base
Located in North Miami, FL
This polished brass Mid-Century Modern vintage tac tac toe square game set has 10 players total of X's and 0"s. A new lucite base was made to give it h...
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1950s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED Indo-Portuguese sculpture from the 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED Indo-Portuguese sculpture from the 17th century in ivor... The figure is represented dead, wearing a cendal point at the waist. Cross in carved rosewood wood....
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Vintage Madonna of Montserrat, Our Lady of Montserrat Statue Grand Tour Souvenir
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage Statue Madonna of Montserrat souvenir statue is being offered from a major estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Guaranteed old, original and as shown. It is impressive in siz...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

American Solid Copper and Brass Naval Ships Binacle, Lionel Corp. NY, Circa 1942
Located in Charleston, SC
American solid copper and brass Navy ships binnacle with interior mounted compass, brass carrying handle, side mounted kerosene lantern, rear mounting bracket and brass plate inscrib...
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1940s American American Craftsman Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large 24 Piece Antique Mechanical Drafting Set & Original Fitted Metal Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial antique mechanical drafting set most likely originates from Germany and dates to approximately 1900 and done in the period Edwa...
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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Investigator Book, Judith Miller 2007 First American Edition with Jacket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antiques investigator, tips and tricks to help you find the real deal for antiques and collectibles, written by the UK antiques expert Judith Miller. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom
Located in Geneve, CH
Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom Limited Edition of 21 Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 8 cm Materials: Metal, plastic, acrylic, wood, silicone. Combined technique with hack-worki...
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2010s Russian Organic Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Brass Pommel with Inset Compass Gadget Cane or Walking Stick
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage walking stick or cane is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1965 in the period style. The walking stick is...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Dawes Black Horse Brewery Large Cast Advertising Horse Sculptural Lamp Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large horse sculpture was done by Ross Butler to advertise and prooste Black Horse brand beer for Dawes Brewery of Montreal Canada. The det...
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster

Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom
Located in Geneve, CH
Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom Limited Edition of 21 Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 8 cm Materials: Metal, plastic, acrylic, wood, silicone. Chess set “Another Kingdom: Light ...
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2010s Russian Organic Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Djembé Musical Instrument, Kaolack
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Djembé musical instrument, Kaloack. A powerful percussion instrument of African origin. The djembé emits loud sounds with which vigorous rhythms and dances are created. The most outs...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Architectural Models Arms, Armor and Weapons Aviation Objects Books Collectible
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique French cage with singing automaton bird This vintage French songbird mechanical automaton is a beautiful collectible that will add charm to any room. Made in France, it dates...
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Postmodern 2000s Menorah Seven Arm Blue Fused Art Glass Bronze signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a contemporary Jewish 7 Arm Menorah Jerusalem Sea blue fused art glass and bronze. The seven lamps allude to the branches of human knowledge, represented by ...
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Wood Fretwork House Altar with Accessories Black Forest Folk Art 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Here I have to offer a fine antique classic early 20th century fretwork hand crafted House Altar with a lot of Christianity miniatures and accessories. A wonderful decorative appeal!...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Pewter

Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Faith, Love, Hope Brooch Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This lovely stylish sentimental brooch to give it to a loved one. Made in Germany, circa 1900. A very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine addition to any colle...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ormolu

Cross of Caravaca 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Cross of caravaca xvii century Very beautiful cross of Caravaca made in bronze. 17th century. Measurements: 12 x 6cm Good condition.
Category

17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Splendid 19th Century Anglo-Indian CHESS BOARD TABLE
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century CHESS BOARD TABLE in ebony wood with bone applications. Small flaws. good condition Dim.: 52.5 x 37.5 cm.
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Antique Enamel and Silver Filigree Box, Circa 1820
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique enamel and English silver filigree box; an addition to our silver ornamental collection. This except...
Category

1820s English Georgian Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Decorated and Embossed Silver Dagger
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Dagger in decorated and embossed silver. The blade has inscriptions and small engraved designs, and the handle and scabbard are decorated with detailed reliefs, possibly inspired by ...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Baroque Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Great Quality Carved & Superb Condition Wooden Corpus Christi on Crucifix, 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique Arts & Crafts crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and good size sculpture of Christ (who has just bowed His head) on the cross is different to almost all others. The artist who hand-sculpted this impressive work of religious art has created a church relic that, in our view, is second to none. And that is because this uniquely hand carved corpus comes with numerous stylized details that are unlike anything you will have ever seen. It is a style of carving that is very recognizable for being from the European Arts and Crafts...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fruitwood, Beech

Germany Grundig Table Radio, Hi Fi Sound.
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Grundig table radio, Hi Fi Sound. With a varnished wooden case, refined finish and elegant design. The top houses a golden grille that covers the speaker, while the bottom contains t...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Lafontaine theatre binoculars in mother-of-pearl. They are small, light and designed to provide an enlarged view at events such as operas, theatres and concerts. The frame is made of...
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Mid-19th Century French Baroque Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1948 Boutique Made M4 Sherman Tank Sterling Silver Pocket Lighter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The original 1948 handmade boutique pocket lighter with an elongated tank shape reminiscent of the M4 Sherman Tank. The textured silver surface displays intricate ornate patterns, a ...
Category

1940s Mexican Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Antique Late Victorian English Sterling Silver & Garnet Brooch & Bracelet Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique brooch and bracelet set is signed by an unknown maker, and originated from England and dates to approximately 1900 and done in the period Late Victorian style. The set i...
Category

Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Ernest Beck Patinated Bronze Sculpture of 'Nathan' on Black Marble Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique bronze sculpture was done by Ernest Beck of Austria in approximately 1920 in a classical Revival style. The sculpture is a study of 'Nathan' a...
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Merciful Jesus Bust, Northern Europe
Located in Chorzów, PL
Merciful Jesus Bust, Northern Europe. Very good condition. dimensions: height 32 cm, width 36 cm, depth 16 cm.
Category

1940s Belgian Other Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Terracotta

John Bucci Dodecahedron House Model
Located in Savannah, GA
Giovanni 'John' Bucci (Italian-American, 1935-2019) A futuristic dodecahedron house model. fiberglass, acrylic, steel and various media The house measures 25 inches wide and deep...
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Mid-20th Century American Futurist Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Aereo modello Francesco Baracca SPAD S.XIII in legno dipinto a mano
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Francesco Baracca (Lugo, 9 maggio 1888 – Nervesa, 19 giugno 1918) è stato il principale asso dell'aviazione italiana durante la prima guerra mondiale, nel corso della quale gli venne...
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Vintage Cedar Strip Canoe, USA, circa 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cedar strip wood canoe. Made in USA, circa 1970s. Dimensions: 14"H x 184"W x 35"D.
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20th Century American Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Textile, Cedar

Impressive Collection of 82 Antique English Bridle Rosettes
Located in Bridgeport, CT
These English equestrian bridle mounts and pins range in various subjects and motifs including dogs, equestrian, floral arrangements, nautical and monarchy. Note: Four are solid bras...
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Early 20th Century British British Colonial Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Green Painted Household Shrine
Located in Houston, TX
Early 19th century green-painted household shrine, or niche, in Directoire neoclassical style (circa 1795-1815). Used for lighting candles or placing statue of saint. Original green ...
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Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Traditional Wooden Artist Mannequin Model Doll Vintage Italy, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A handmade wooden Artist mannequin model - all joints move as they should. Found on a Estate sale in Verona, Italy. Shows some wear - but looks beautiful on display! Some scratches a...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Early XXth Century Alfonso XII Cartridge Holder
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Early 20th Century Alfonso XII Cartridge Holder" Origin: Spain Era: Early 20th Century Materials: Metal, Leather Dimensions: D 4 cm x W 16.5 cm x H 8.5 cm Experie...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Bronze Signed Indian Sculpture by Joseph Boulton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing signed bronze patinated Resin Indian. Fantastic work. Signed "Boulton" and "SC" (Sculpture Collectors Ltd.) Joseph Boulton American,...
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Christianity Monastery Work Wax Jesus Child in Glass Display Case Antique German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Here I have to offer a fine antique classic early 20th century Glass Display Case with a beautiful Monastery Work inside. A wonderful decorative item, in very nice as is condition. T...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel Representing "The Saints"
Located in Madrid, ES
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel Representing "The Saints" restored 15cm x 29cm Amazing Unique Art Work.
Category

17th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Crank Roulette for Bingo Game
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Crank roulette for Bingo game. In red painted metal, with a spherical cage-shaped structure supported on a sturdy base. This is a traditional accessory used in bingo games, in which ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Life Magazine President Johnson, December 1964
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Vintage LIFE Magazine from December 1963. This piece is in a wonderful vintage condition consistent with age and use. We think this would be a great gift for the political junkie per...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Large & Wonderful Antique Bronze Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Mint condition, Serene and meaningful work of religious art. This beautifully hand-crafted bronze Sacred Heart of Christ statuette is another one of our recent great finds. In our v...
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large Art Deco Traditional Wooden Artist Mannequin Model, Italy 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A handmade wooden Artist mannequin model - all joints move as they should. Found on a Estate sale in Modena, Italy. Shows some minor wear - but looks beautiful on display! Some scrat...
Category

1930s German Art Deco Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Traditional Religious Plaster Figures, Catalan Craftsmanship
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 3 Traditional Religious Plaster Figures, Catalan Craftsmanship, Circa 1950 – Spain Description: This set of three traditional religious plaster figures, crafted in the renown...
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1950s Spanish Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster

1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Clamps  Prior use to build boats Largest 63 long x 5.25 d x 1.25 w Short 48 long x 5 w x 1.5 Original vintage-Refer to listed images.
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Important Georgian Mahogany Mercury Stick Barometer by Stott, Dumfries
Located in Norwich, GB
Fine Georgian mahogany bow fronted stick barometer. Bow fronted glass set in front of the silvered register plate with sliding vernier controlled by an ivory turned knob. Concertina ...
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1790s English Georgian Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Old Pilot Table Radio, Model 203
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Old Pilot table radio, model 203. Old Pilot table radio, model 203. With a compact structure in dark bakelite, with a finish characteristic of the period. The front features an Art D...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

C. 1966 Three Books by President Lyndon B. Johnson to Gordon Bunshaft of SOM
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are three books signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson and inscribed to Gordon Bunshaft. Bunshaft and Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill Architects (SOM) designed the Lyndon B. Johns...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Antique Jos. Lucas King of the Road Model 634 Brass Automobile Kerosene Lantern
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique brass automobile lantern was made by the Jos. Lucas Company of Birmingham England in approximately 1900 in the period Edwardian style. This ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Lot of Three Vintage Antique Mercury Glass Christmas Tree Topper German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare set of three feather tree glass Christmas tree topper from Germany. Each is made from mouth blown glass, would be a great antique addition for your Christmas or feather tree. ...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass

P.W. Baston Supp-Hose Woman's Stockings Advertising Pen Holder Desk Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This advertising pend holder was produced by P.W. Baston, also known as Sebastian Miniatures, of the United States in approximately 1960 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The figurine is composed of a glazed ceramic with a brass and plastic pen holder. The figurine depicts of business woman...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic

Bronze Mortar with Inscription, Spain, 1816
Located in Madrid, ES
Pharmacy mortar. Bronze. Spain, 1816. Mortar with an excavated mouth, decoration of derived ribs in pilasters and a stripe in the upper area with an inscription (I am from Don Juan Antonio...
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1810s Spanish Neoclassical Revival Antique Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Unknown collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown collectibles and curiosities 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 collectibles and curiosities, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 896 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 24 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original collectibles and curiosities by Unknown were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Unknown collectibles and curiosities can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $40 and can go as high as $188,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $793.
Questions About Unknown Collectibles and Curiosities
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    Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.

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