About Be First Boldly
Be First Boldly focuses on the most unique, beautiful vintage objects of art available at affordable prices: Vintage bronze sculpture, vintage murano glass, other art glass, and 2d artworks as well. While we tend to prefer Mid-Century Modern, we are always on the lookout for contemporary, antique, and other vintage works as well. Our goal is finding the most interesting objects possible for those with the most interesting tastes. Be First Boldly Delightful Objects for Distinctive People BeFirstBoldly.com
Be First Boldly
Established in 20201stDibs seller since 2023
Featured Pieces
1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy, Masudaya
Located in Warrenton, OR
1950s "Neptune" Tugboat, a Classic Mid-century Japanese Postwar Toy from Masudaya Toy Company (export name Modern Toys).
This item measures approximately 15 x 5.25 x 6.5 inches inclu...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Antique Cast Iron Diamond Safe & Jewelry Casket Box, Circa 1895
Located in Warrenton, OR
Antique Cast Iron Diamond Safe & Jewelry Casket Box, Circa 1895
The box itself measures approximately 7.5 x 6.5 x 5.5 inches. Measurements are of the case only, not including the pop...
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Metal, Iron, Cast Iron
Murex Endivia (Endive Murex) aka Long-Spined Murex
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murex Endivia (Endive Murex) aka Long-Spined Murex.
Note that measurements are for the shell only. The shell alone measures apprxoximately 3.5 x 3 x 2.5 inches. (The heavyish glass...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Organic Material
Pocket Compass / Nautical Compass Appears to be Marked Barker and Sons of London
By Frances Barker & Son
Located in Warrenton, OR
Pocket Compass / Nautical Compass. Appears to be marked Barker and Sons of London.
If authentic, could be circa 1890 but we are unable to confirm. Please use your own judgement on ...
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Giraffe Sculpture, Original Clay, 10+ inches tall
Located in Warrenton, OR
Giraffe Sculpture, Original Clay, 10+ inches tall. This piece is a clay sculpture with a somewhat glossy finish. Measurements are approximate. Please be aware that the color on you...
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20th Century Unknown Primitive Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay
CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Murano Glass Vide-Poche, Bullicante & Aventurine
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Murano Glass Vide-Poche, Bullicante & Aventurine.
****NOTE: Our Shop is Closing end May; items will not be available thereafter.***
If you like shimmer, y...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Seguso - Murano Glass Geode Bowl, Bullicante, Gold Polveri
By Seguso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mid-Century Seguso - Murano Glass Geode Bowl, Bullicante, Gold Polveri.
***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.***
This is likely a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Glass Pink Opaline/Sommerso Geode Bowl by Oball, with Original Label
By Atelier Oball
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Pink Opaline/Sommerso Geode Bowl by Oball, with Original Label.
***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing soon.***
Vetreria Artistic...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Opaline Glass, Murano Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, Lattimo with Gold Polveri
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, Lattimo with Gold Polveri
Good vintage condition with wear consistent with age/use but no chips or cracks.
***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Orange in White Murano Cased Glass Bowl Shell Motif - Rare
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alfredo Barbini Orange in White Murano Cased Glass Bowl, Shell Motif - Rare.
****NOTE: Our Shop is Closing end May; items will not be available ther...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, Gold Polveri, Mid-Century Modern
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, Gold Polveri, Mid-Century Modern.
***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.***
This piece is appro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, A Pentoni w/Gold Polveri, Italy, circa 1960s
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bowl, A Pentoni w/Gold Polveri, Italy, circa 1960s.
***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.***
This has...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
