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Period: Mid-20th Century
Exceptional Hermès Pipe Holder Stirrup Shaped in Brass and Leather Texas
By Hermès
Located in FR
Stunning and Rare Authentic Hermès Pipe Holder
In shape of a stirrup
Can hold up to 3 pipes (comes with no pipe)
Made of gilded brass and leather, saddle stitching
Colorways: gol...
Category
French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Exceptional Hermès Pipe Holder or Paperweight Horse Saddle Shaped Rodeo Texas
By Hermès
Located in FR
Stunning and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Pipe Holder
In carved wood in the shape of a small horse saddle
The wood is hollowed out so that a pipe can be placed there, the saddle serv...
Category
Unknown Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Rare Surrealist Schiaparelli Figural Cat Lingerie Bag
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual figural Surrealist Elsa Schiaparelli lingerie bag. This amusing, rare Schiaparelli figural cat lingerie bag is made of bright pink acetate, with "Shocking" Pink ribbon accents and long pink raffia fringe. With a white plush snout and hand cut felt eyes eyebrows and mouth. Excellent Condition. Signed, Zipper Entry on back. Length 18" x Wide 9". 1950's.
Schiaparelli, "I gave to pink, the nerve of the red, a neon pink, an unreal pink, Shocking Pink".
Yves Saint Laurent:
Schiaparelli's pink was "an aggressive, brawling, warrior pink”
Elsa Schiaparelli's "Shocking" Pink was a color which derived from a 17.27 carat rose colored Cartier diamond known as the Tete de Belier, belonging to her friend and client, Daisy Fellowes.
Shocking Pink was used for the eponymous perfume "Shocking", which was launched in 1937. The packaging was designed by artist Leonor Fini and the bottle was based on Mae West's curvaceous figure.
Her first shoe-hat, designed for her autumn 1937 collection, had a Shocking Pink heel. Salvador Dali loved...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite from the 1930's. Huge pair of hand carved elephant heads set with jet eyes form a buckle with a set...
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American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Art Deco Sleek Red & Black Enamel Unisex Cigarette Case c 1940s
Located in University City, MO
Art Deco sleek red & black enamel unisex cigarette case c 1940s
The elegant cigarette case is designed with a striped enamel
lid cover with bold red & black geometric lacquered pane...
Category
Unknown Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Shoe Shaped Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoise Shoe Horn
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage shoe shaped sterling silver and faux tortoise shoe horn complete with a sensible heel, 'slingback' handle and decorative buckle. Hallmarked on the underside.
CONDITION
Good ...
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German Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Czech Art Deco Hand Beaded Decorative Pockets
Located in New York, NY
Czech Beaded Decorative Pockets from the Art Deco Period. Hand beaded and made as sew ons for 1930's day dresses. Sold and priced per pair. Old stock. $185...
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Czech Mid-20th Century Curiosities
French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame to keep close ones at hand. Cover slides over on each side to reveal photo which can be propped up o...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Art Deco Celluloid Golfer Tape Measure
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Art Deco Celluloid Golfer Tape Measure from Germany circa 1930. Unusual figural motif with centimeter tape measure. 2" high x 1.5" wide x 1" d...
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German Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Hermès and Paul Jouve Leather Portfolio with Knocker Medor Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
Absolutely Stunning Rare Authentic Paul Jouve by Hermès Portfolio
Paul Jouve is a french artist, painter animal sculptor (1878-1973)
Very nice Piece...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Elsa Schiaparelli's "Sleeping de Schiaparelli" Perfume Sachets
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli's Mint in Box, "Sleeping" perfume sachets (3) of "Sleeping Blue" satin, over stitched with Schiaparelli's signature "S". Still fragrant wrapped in the original unopened cellophane, tied with vibrant yellow ribbon.
"Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection. For her spring 1939 Commedia dell' arte collection, Schiaparelli had been inspired by Man Ray's 1939 painting...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Champs Vintage "Salesman Sample" "Gift Certificate" Top Hat in Original Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Champs "Salesman Sample" "Gift Certificate" Top Hat in Original Box . Black plastic hat sample that was given to a customer as a gift certificate to w...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
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Gucci Italy Rare Sterling Silver Sleek Lipstick Vanity Mirror Case c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Rare sterling silver lipstick vanity mirror case c 1970s
The sleek sterling silver art deco inspired lipstick case is designed with impressed stripes
The case slides open to reveal an elongated small vanity mirror
Makes an elegant dressing table accessory
The case is stamped: Made in Italy Gucci 925...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Hermès 24 Cards Horse Riding Theme Western Texas Spirit Memory Game
By Hermès
Located in FR
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Memory Game
Print: Texan spirit, Horse Riding theme, Western, Rodeo
Includes 12 pairs of cards, for a total of 24 cards
The same drawing is found on 2 c...
Category
Unknown Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Boucheron Paris Jaipur Glass Bangle Shaped Fragrance Bottle in Presentation Box
By Boucheron
Located in University City, MO
Boucheron Paris Jaipur glass bracelet shaped fragrance bottle in Boucheron presentation box
The opulent fragrance bottle is designed in the shape of ...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
H 3.75 in D 1.25 in L 3.5 in
Victorian Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Baby Rattle
Located in Greenport, NY
Victorian Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Baby Rattle
Length: 6"
Category
Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Exceptional Hermès Secret Mechansim Turtle Key Ring or Charm in Silver
By Hermès
Located in FR
Rare Authentic Hermès Charm or Key Ring
Turtle Shaped
Can be used as Bag Charm or Key Ring
Made of Silver
Vintage Item
Colorway: silvery
Secret mechanism...
Category
Unknown Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Peacok Feathers Fan in natural barnished pine wood
Located in Bilbao, ES
Medium Peacok Feathers Fan in natural barnished pine wood Open 60cm X 30cm / 23,62in x 11,81in
Ideal for cocktails and galas, for dancing and for breezing in hot weather. In stock...
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Spanish Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Hermès Set of 2 Beach Rackets
By Hermès
Located in FR
Cute Authentic Set of 2 Hermès Beach Rackets
The set includes 2 rackets, 1 screened printed rubber ball, dustbag and original box
Print: Under the Waves"
Designed by Alice Shirley
Made in France
Made of beechwood and cork
Colorway: "Grenadine" (Red / Yellow / Green / Blue)
1 side printed with...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
France LimitedEdition 1878Mignot 9LeadFigurines BoxSet Can-CanStageBar Curiosity
Located in Chicago, IL
Titled "French Can-Can", this rare limited-edition signed boxed unfolding-stage complete set with nine miniature hand-painted lead and pewter cabaret figurines was originally a one-o...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
W 5 in D 3.5 in L 7.5 in
Hermès Palladium Photo Holder With Box
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes authentic photo holder/name stand in palladium hardware with H logo.
Comes with original box.
Category
Mid-20th Century Curiosities
David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s
By David Webb, Revlon
Located in University City, MO
David Webb Charming gilt metal costume frog for Revlon Moon Drops wax perfume c 1970s
The gilt metal costume toad was designed by David Webb in the 1970s to promote
the Moon Drops wax perfume fragrance for Revlon
The charming gilt metal toad is accented with green enamel eyes
Inside the hinged interior is where the wax perfume is stored
Paired with green flock presentation box from Revlon's Moon Drop's
wax perfume fragrance
Measurements:
The length of the toad...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Hermès Hemisphaerium Coeli Boreale Pattern Balls Game
By Hermès
Located in FR
Rare Authentic Hermès Game
5 small silver metal balls to place in the holes
The background is the "Hemisphaerium Coeli Boreale" Hermès Pattern
Inside th...
Category
French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
19th Century Faux Tortoise Shell Long Handled Lorgnette Glasses
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 19th Century imitation tortoise shell lorgnette magnifier glasses with a dramatic foldable long handle. A ring at the end of the handle can be used to attach the lorgnette to a chain for easy wear. Perfect for a dapper gent or a lady of leisure. No maker's mark.
CONDITION
Good antique condition with some light scratching to the surface of the tortoise finish. The magnification of the lenses is not that strong so the lorgnette glasses...
Category
Unknown Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Previously Available Items
Rare Original by Robert' Vanity Compact Chair Collectible c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Rare Original by Robert' Vanity compact chair collectible c 1960
The glass beaded vanity compact rests upon a charming diminutive
gilded brass metal ch...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Art Deco Enamel and Metal Card Case
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning period art deco card case was once a cigarette case from the era. it is black enamel and gold metal with a diamond center form. It should be kept in a jewelers bag in o...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Roosevelt Era Warm Springs Georgia Novelty Bow Tie
Located in Atlanta, GA
Warm Springs Georgia first became a tourist destination in the 19th century best known for its therapeutic mineral springs and later became a vacation hom...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
1940's Revlon 'Bullet' Lipstick Set With Gold Case
By Revlon
Located in Atlanta, GA
The iconic American cosmetics company, Revlon, has been a leader in the beauty industry since the 1930's with everything from nail enamel to lipsticks. This 1940's set includes four metal bullet shaped lipsticks with a a gold carrying case embellished with a ruby red faceted stone. Revlon was known for its advertising campaigns which often centered around famous models and unique branding titles to the products such as the shades of these four lipsticks ... Pink Lightning, Bachelor's Carnation, Sweet Talk and Snow Rose.
CONDITION
Each of the four lipstick tubes...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Vintage Paul Frankl Rattan Salesman Sample Miniature Furniture Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
How cute is this! A miniature rattan and barkcloth set replicates Paul Frankl’s 1940’s design with an air of World War II era tropical style. The salesman sample consists of a three ...
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American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Brass Shoe Horn With Hand Back Scratcher Mid Century Modern
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage mid century modern sold brass 1950's long shoe horn with hand back scratcher is whimsical and useful. It serves 2 wonderful dual purposes.....
Category
American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Gucci Vintage Rare Hand Rand Vacuum Clothes Brush with Red Leather Case
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage 1950s Rand automatic clothes brush, no. 66, complete with Gucci red leather case and 1 tiny dustbag. Fully functional. Silding switch power on. Battery powered (takes 2 U2 ba...
Category
Italian Mid-20th Century Curiosities
1930s La Mode Guilloche Enamel Set with a Free Whiting & Davis Chain Pouch
Located in Port Hope, ON
The set comprises of a powder compact, lipstick holder with its own mirror and a comb. They all have a butter yellow base color with a delicate flower pattern.
There is some wear on ...
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American Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Rosenfeld Black Leather Hand Painted Poodle Tiny Sewing Kit, c1960
Located in University City, MO
Rosenfeld charming black leather hand painted poodle sewing kit c 1960
The whimsical tiny sewing kit is decorated with a hand painted poodle
surrounded by flowers and soaring birds above
The endearing hand painted scene is applied on the black leather
lid cover. The tiny case zippers open to reveal five small spools of thread,
scissors, thimble, nail file and a few safety pins. The underneath side
of the leather case is designed with a built in stationary brush
A perfect collectible for minor garment repairs while traveling
The interior is stamped Made in Germany for Rosenfeld
The diminutive sewing case...
Category
German Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Vintage Mid Century English Solid Brass Horse Head Long Shoehorn
Located in North Miami, FL
This substantial brass horse lover english shoe horn is so wonderful and is it long and has good weight to it. It has been polished. One does not need to bend too much. It is 18.25 i...
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English Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Beautiful "Mother-Of-Pearl" Earring & Ring Vanity Dish
Located in New York, NY
This simply wonderful and quite beautiful natural "Mother-of-Pearl" vanity dish is perfect to display even when it's not filled with one's rings and earrin...
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French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
Rare Art Deco Figural Sport Rower Model Macassar and Chrome, circa 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unusual vintage French Art Deco elegant sculpture model. Featuring a curiosity rower with boat in Macassar wood, chrome-plated flat sport figurine and oars. Stamped "modele depose" (...
Category
French Mid-20th Century Curiosities
H 3.55 in W 13.19 in D 8.67 in
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