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Presse Papier

Dino Martens Presse Papier in Murrine
By Dino Martens
Located in Monselice, PD
Very rare Presse Papier of Dino Martens 1950, with murrine inside and a murrine of a stylized fish
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Vintage 1950s Italian Paperweights

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Murrine

Monica Backstrom For Kosta Boda Presse Papier, 1990’s
By Monica Backström
Located in Delft, NL
Monica Backstrom For Kosta Boda Presse Papier, 1990’s
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

Monica backstrom for Kosta Boda Presse papier, 1990’s
By Monica Backström
Located in Delft, NL
Monica backstrom for Kosta Boda Presse papier, 1990’s
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Decorative Glass Knot or Presse Papier, circa 1980s
Located in Schagen, NL
Wonderful decorative object which is also sometimes used as a presse papier. This large piece
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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Glass

John Deacon Presse-papiers Millefiori with Radial Twist, 1975
By John Deacons
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
John Deacon Presse-papiers Millefiori with Radial Twist, 1975 Additional information: Dimensions
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20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass

John Deacon Presse-papiers Millefiori with Radial Twist, 1975
John Deacon Presse-papiers Millefiori with Radial Twist, 1975
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H 1.58 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Pierre Giraudon, Rare Glow in the Dark Sculpture, Presse Papier, circa 1970s
By Pierre Giraudon
Located in Schagen, NL
a decorative piece, or a presse papier but it can also easily be used as a night lamp in a child’s
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Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Paperweights

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Lucite

John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960
By John Deacons
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960 Beautiful paperweight large
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Vintage 1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass

Presse papier coquillage nautile en inclusion époxy
By Pierre Giraudon
Located in PONT-AUDEMER, FR
Coquillage Nautile en inclusion epoxy. Dans le style des créations de Pierre Giraudon. Bel état d'usage. Quelques marques minimes et particulier sur le dessous.
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Vintage 1970s French Paperweights

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Shell, Epoxy Resin

John Deacons Perthshire Millefiori glass presse-papier 1970
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Glass paperweight. A paperweight is an object that can be placed on a desk on top of papers to prevent them from blowing away. This goes back a long way, in Egypt they already used ...
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20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass

John Deacons Perthshire Millefiori glass presse-papier 1970
John Deacons Perthshire Millefiori glass presse-papier 1970
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H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 2.96 in
Carlos Pebaque glass sculpture presse papier , 1980's
By Carlos R Pebaque
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 14,5cm H, 8cm Diameter
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda sweden glass presse papier
By Bertil Vallien
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 9cmW, 7cmD, 4,5cmH Condition: Mint Origin: Sweden Manufacturer: Kosta Boda Designer: Bertil vallien Material : Glass
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

Carlos Pebaque glass sculpture presse papier , 1990's Sweden
By Carlos R Pebaque
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 13cm H , 12cm Diameter Condition: Mint
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda glass presse papier Artist Collection
By Bertil Vallien
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 5cm H, 8cm Diameter Condition: Mint Origin: Sweden Manufacturer: Kosta Boda Designer: Bertil vallien Material : Glass
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

Art Deco Writing Case In Bronze And Exotic Wood. 8 pièces
Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Ecritoire Art Déco en bronze et bois de corail. Les encriers, vide poche, presse papier, cachet à
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Inkwells

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Bronze

French Sculpture of Violins by Artist Arman New Years Gift 1984 For Christofle
By Arman
Located in Chicago, IL
was as a presse papier or paper weight. The violin was an iconic motif of Armans sculptures. On a
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Silver Plate

Antique Paperweight Sculpture of “Sleeping Putto” After François Duquesnoy
Located in Shippensburg, PA
presse-papiers, this functional work of art would have kept the desk orderly in a drafty library. A
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Antique Late 18th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Siena Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
library! In the old days, this kind of "Presse a Papier" was used to press the book's sheets together
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Books

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Iron

19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The large Classic "Presse a
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Antique Mid-19th Century French More Desk Accessories

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Iron

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

19th Century, French, Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

19th Century French Rust Red Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press with Book
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

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Murano Red White Stripes Italian Art Glass Thin Soliflore Specimen Flower Vase
By Venini, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown multi-color vertical stripes Italian art glass soliflore / specimen flower vase. The vase has a rainbow of colors, with cobalt blue, sky blue, bri...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

1980s Seguso Style Modernist Purple and Clear Sommerso Murano Glass Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A purple murano glass vase designed and manufactured in the Eighties in Murano, it's in perfect conditions. This vase showcases the distinctive characteristics associated with Murano...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Salviati Vintage Green Orange Purple Crystal Murano Glass Sculpture Work of Art
By Salviati
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern mouth blown Murano glass organic sculpture by Salviati, a crystal clear glass "stone" decorated in the interior with swirls of colors in lime green and red o...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Murrine, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Blue and Grey "Scavo" Murano Glass Vases, Italy, Bottacin Venezia, 1960s
By Lavorazione Arte Murano
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing pair of mid-century "SCAVO" stained glass vases. These wonderful set was realized in Venice, Italy in the 1960s and are signed by Bottacin. Elegant in shape and of extraordi...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vetro Soffiato Glass Vase by Venini Murano, Ca. 1950s
By Venini
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vetro Soffiato Glass Vase by Venini Murano ca. 1950s A 'Vetro Soffiato' amphora glass vase in light-amethyst transparent glass. Manufactured by Venini Murano Venice ca. 1950s. Venin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Style Glass Ribbed and Twisted "Love Knot" Sculpture, Set of 3
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introducing an exceptional set of three hand-blown Murano style glass sculptures, each boasting a captivating "Love Knot" design. Crafted with meticulous artistry, these sculptures s...
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Glass

Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Pear Fruit Sculpture Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous and relatively large Modern/Midcentury Modern Italian Murano art glass pear sculpture, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Piece is signed "Archimede Seguso" and "Murano" on bo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Emerald Green Corroso Murano Glass Vase by Seguso, Italy
By Seguso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This is an emerald green corroso Murano glass vase. Literally “corroded” glass, i.e. an artificial stone-like finish achieved by exposing the glass to fluoridic...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Massive Hand Carved Monkey Pod Exotic Hardwood Lovers Embrace Coffee Table
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Masterfully hand carved from what must have been a colossal solid piece of monkey pod hardwood. This nude figural sculpture weighs around 250 lbs. Although our photos are an adequate...
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Late 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Hardwood

Italian Murano Glass Abstract Sculpture Attributed to Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Wonderful small-scale Murano glass sculpture in clear glass on a black glass plinth. Lyrical and expressive, appears to be the work of Seguso and most often would have been signed wi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Glass

Seguso Murano Sommerso Opal Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso pink, opal and gold flecks Italian art glass fish on clear pedestal sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso, circa 1950s. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Murano Art Glass Swirl Infinity Knot of Love Blue and Yellow
By Murano 5
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Murano Art Glass swirl 8" infinity knot of love blue and yellow. circa Late 20th - Early 21st Century. Measurements: 7.5" height x 8" diameter.
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Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Glass

Italian Midcentury Set of Four Clear Murano Ice Glass Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
New old stock and Italian Set of Four Murano glass Wall Sconces. These fixtures were designed and manufactured during the 1970 in Murano, Italy. They have never used, the condition ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Veronese Vase in Purple and Gold Murano Glass by Nason 1980s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Milano, MI
Veronese cup in hand-blown purple and golden Murano glass, made by Nason in the 1980s Ø 17 cm h 41 cm Carlo Nason, born in Murano in 1935 from one of the oldest families of glassma...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Fratelli Toso Technical Avventurina
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano Technical Avventurina : We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing ...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

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Murano Glass

Amazing, Italian Bronze Sculpture
Located in Catania, IT
Amazing, Italian Bronze Sculpture. Bronze sculpture, depicting a boy with fish, the work of the Neapolitan sculptor master Vincenzo Cinque (1852-1929).
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Amazing, Italian Bronze Sculpture
Amazing, Italian Bronze Sculpture
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H 20.08 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

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Art Deco Malachite Corncob Shaped Presse Papier, circa 1930
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
An Art Deco malachite corncob shaped presse papier, circa 1930.
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Paperweights

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Malachite

Vintage French Presse-Papier "Antarctica"
Located in Grenoble, FR
Vintage, crystal paperweight white with transparent bubbles and beautiful colors as the base. Free shipping.
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20th Century European Paperweights

Vintage French Presse-Papier "Antarctica"
Vintage French Presse-Papier "Antarctica"
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H 2.56 in Dm 3.15 in
Vintage French Rare Lens Paperweights. Early TV: 'Presse-Papier' C 1950s ON SALE
Located in Dallas, TX
fabulous desk paperweights or as the French call them, ~Presse-Papier~ Buy one or buy the lot for a unique
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Paperweights

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Aluminum

Vintage Desk Sculpture TV Circuit Assembly, circa Mid-20th Century. Sony ON SALE
By Sony Corporation
Located in Dallas, TX
assembly. Great color, texture as a paperweight, presse papier, desk or bookshelf sculpture. Mounted on old
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Archaistic Scientific Instruments

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Stone, Metal, Aluminum, Copper, Mixed Metal, Steel, Chrome, Foil, Wire

17th c. Grande Presse Papiers or Paperweight Louis XIV
Located in Haarlem, NL
Large and heavy Presse Papiers in Red Belgian Marble. Nice patina. Some missing chips consistent
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Antique 17th Century Louis XIV Paperweights

Fratelli Toso Vetreria Murano Glass Paper Weight, Italy 1961
By Fratelli Toso, Giusto Toso
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Giusto Toso for Fratelli Toso "Gogo Gogi" glass paper weights or presse papier. Set of 3, all in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair of Louis XV Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Figural Paper Weights
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Each paper weight (or presse-papier) modeled as a putto and a young girl, raised on a serpentine
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Bronze Ormolu Cuffed Hand on Marble Paperweight
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very nice little Napoleon III paperweight or presse papier. Bronze gilt elegant ruffled shirt
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Paperweights

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Marble, Bronze

Carl Auböck Paperweight Set as Used by Walter Gropius
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
A Classic set of four beautiful presse papiers designed by Carl Auböck and produced by the Carl
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Paperweights

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Stone, Brass

19th Century French Wrought Iron and Gilt Painted Book Binding Press from Paris
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

Art Deco Bulldog Dog Paperweight, Presse Papier on Marble Base
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco paperweight - Presse Papier with standing bulldog on top. Bronze bulldog mounted on
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Paperweights

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Marble, Bronze

Carl Auböck Paperweight Set as Used by Walter Gropius
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
A Classic set of four beautiful presse papiers designed by Carl Auböck and produced by the Carl
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Paperweights

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Stone, Brass

Carl Auböck Paperweight Set as Used by Walter Gropius
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
A Classic set of four beautiful presse papiers designed by Carl Auböck and produced by the Carl
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Paperweights

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Stone, Brass

Sculpture of a Hugging Couple in Patinated Silver
Located in Tilburg, NL
. Great for use on a sideboard, shelf, side table or desk - even suitable as a presse papier. All in all a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Gun Barrel and Gilt Painted Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paperweights

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Iron

"Arman" Presse-Papier / Paper Weight Edited by Christofle, 1983
By Shiv Singh
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Arman Fernandez dit "Arman" (1928-2005, France) Presse-papier en métal argenté édité par la
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"Arman" Presse-Papier / Paper Weight Edited by Christofle, 1983
"Arman" Presse-Papier / Paper Weight Edited by Christofle, 1983
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H 0.79 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
René Lalique Presse Papier "Crabe"
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Paperweight Presse-papier en forme de crabe en crystal moulé pressé. Signé. Dimension: 6 x 16 x 8 cm
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

René Lalique Presse Papier "Crabe"
René Lalique Presse Papier "Crabe"
H 3.15 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
Rene Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Sur Socle Ailes Croisées
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rene Lalique: Presse-Papiers Moineau Sur Socle Ailes Croisées: feeding bird figure with elevated
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Vintage 1920s Animal Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Midcentury Hollywood Regency Brass Presse Papier Tiger Figurine Sculpture
Located in Hilversum, Noord Holland
Brass vintage midcentury presse papier or tiger figurine (sculpture) in Hollywood Regency or
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Paperweights

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Brass

René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Moqueur: Frosted glass bird figure with the beak and tail both pointing up
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
H 3.35 in Dm 1.97 in L 3.35 in
René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Moqueur: Frosted glass bird figure with the beak and tail both pointing up
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
H 3.35 in W 2.37 in L 3.35 in
René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Moqueur: Frosted glass bird figure with the beak and tail both pointing up
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

1926 René Lalique Renard Seal Clear Glass 'Fox' Figurine
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
« Renard ». Seal also paper weight pressed molded clear glass Presse papier en verre pressé
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Blown Glass

Rene Lalique Car Mascot Libellule Grande
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Marcilhac, « René Lalique », catalogue raisonné », Paris, 2004, section « Presse-papiers », référence n
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

Rene Lalique Car Mascot Libellule Grande
Rene Lalique Car Mascot Libellule Grande
H 8.27 in W 1.58 in D 7.88 in
René Lalique Paperweight "Deux Aigles"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
René Lalique (1860–1945). Deux presse-papiers "deux aigles." Modèle créé en 1914. Deux
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

René Lalique Paperweight "Deux Aigles"
René Lalique Paperweight "Deux Aigles"
H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 3.94 in
Presse-papiers Baccarat à décor granité, 19th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Grenoble, FR
Presse-papiers Baccarat 19th century à décor granité de sol naturel de rocaille et mousse verte
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Antique 19th Century French Paperweights

Presse-papiers Baccarat à décor granité, 19th Century
Presse-papiers Baccarat à décor granité, 19th Century
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H 2.49 in Dm 3.23 in L 2.49 in
René Lalique "Moineau Moqueur" Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Moqueur: Frosted glass bird figure with the beak and tail both pointing up
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

René Lalique Set of Five Different "Moineaux" Paperweight
By René Lalique
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
paperweight. Lalique Presse-Papiers Moineau Moqueur: 230 Euros moineau coquet 230 Euros moineau hardi 230
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paperweights

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Art Glass

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Presse Papier For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the presse papier you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A presse papier — often made from glass, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a presse papier — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right presse papier, those designed in Art Deco, Hollywood Regency and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one presse papier that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baccarat, Carl Auböck and Pierre Giraudon produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Presse Papier?

A presse papier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $569, while the lowest priced sells for $154 and the highest can go for as much as $3,485.

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Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

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