Mid-20th Century Ephemera

A spectacular place for your baubles and bangles! This ornate C.1960 cut velvet jewelry box is trimmed and backed in black leather with gold tooling and accented with gilded brass c...

This bathing beauty is making a splash! C.1930 cardboard cut-out with art deco lithographed image of a flapper style woman in a bathing cap. The cut-out has a built in easel and woul...

Abercrombie and Fitch Sterling Cigarette Holder from the original iteration of the store before if was rebranded into a global lifestyle bra...

French bronze art deco avant-garde bird stone base desk collectible c 1940s The stylized bronze bird is mounted on a murky green stone base The bird is adorned with a pair of small...

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse Vintage Item from Mid-20th Century Made of silver flowing meshes (crab hallmark) Spurs shaped clasp "HERMÈS" and crab hallma...

A pair of Louis Vuitton music boxes, circa 1940, originally sold in the "Toys" department of the Champs-Élysées boutique (Paris). Manufactured in France by Marthe Philippart, they fe...

Malle Louis Vuitton ancienne monogram 1930–1932 avec bande d’écurie et marquage New York. Parfaite en table basse. Cette malle Louis Vuitton ancienne en toile monogram au pochoir, a...

A Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas trunk, dating from the early 20th century, retaining its original fittings and presenting as a remarkably complete example of one of the House’s most ...

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...

Discover a remarkable piece of history with the Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s Dunhill 18k Solid Gold Refillable Lighter. This exquisite lighter showcases a stunning woven design that ...

Cartier travel clock circa 1970, model 8 Jours or Ados (designed by Jaeger-LeCoultre in the 1930s), composed of a polished steel case, rectangular shape, ecru dial, Arabic numerals a...

Beautiful French Art Deco children's parasol, with a lovely floral print of large daisies in mauve and brown. The handle is made of polychrome wood with a light beige and mauve tone....

Rare and beautiful 1950s -60s Van Cleef & Arpels 18K 750 Gold case. Features a woven basket pattern with White Diamonds encrusted clasp. Total weight 136 grams Interior featur...

This original 1966 Argentine film poster features the classic heist comedy How to Steal a Million, directed by William Wyler. Measuring approximately 29 x 43 inches, this authentic p...

Large Vintage Dunhil ceramic square collectible ashtray by Wade England Royal red and black. Vintage Alfred Dunhill collectible porcelain cigar ashtray by...

Charming and Unusual Hobe Jeweled Mini Box-Compact from the 1930's. Multicolored pastes set in sterling filigree on a brass base. Interior mirror. Can easily be converted into a pend...

Schiaparelli sample fabric embroidery for Waverly Decorative Fabrics. "The Rose De Printemps" design of Schiffli embroidered rose sprays. Also attached are four small different color way samples. New with signature Schiaparelli Shocking...

This vintage Art Deco case was at the time originally used for cigarettes but now is a great chic card case for a woman or man. From the 1930's USA Made. It has incised silver tooled...

What do you do with a vintage Pucci shirt/dress/scarf that is no longer wearable? Elevate your living space with this vibrant decorative square cushion made by our skilled sewers fro...

This rare and complete set of five London Series Poster Dresses was designed by Harry Gordon in 1968. Included in countless museum and private collections these dresses are highly co...

Art Deco Bakelite Laminated Cigarette Holder with Case. Cream and Black bakelite laminated in graphic stripes in its own black silk faille case lined in ivory silk. Sterling silver t...

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Ashtray Called "cendrier sceau à tête de cheval" (horse head seal ashtray), because this gives the impression that the ceramic has been hot marked wi...

Miriam Haskell gilded gold "Phoenix" brooch measures 3 1/4" in length and 1 5/8" in height. Wonderfully detailed and elegantly finished with gilded gold.

This wonderful impressive large gilded gold hardware brroch is accented with a large center stone. The brooch measures 1 5/8" in length, 1 6/8" in height and 6/8" in depth.

Charming Young Girls Floral Ensemble from the 1939 Worlds Fair comprising cotton floral dress and matching sun parasol. Dress is trimmed with ruffles a...

Art Deco Textile from The New Yorker Hotel which was probably a souvenir in the period. Great graphics suitable for framing now. 1930's USA. 16" x 15" on cotton bark cloth.

This vintage grooming travel set is composed by 1 bifold leather case with: 1 wood shoe horn, a silver metal razor, a blade holder, 1 leather pouch with a comb, manicure set. Comes w...

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Setof Pipe and Pipe Holder Pipe Holder: in the shape of a small horse saddle Can be used as paperweight Rare vintage item Great gift for any pipe smo...

Gucci Italy Extremely rare sterling silver art deco vanity grooming set c 1950 The opulent sterling silver Gucci grooming set consist of a hand mirror, a handle brush, a rectangular hand brush, a rectangular glass cosmetic box and a circular glass cosmetic jar The sterling silver accessories are designed with impressed grooved linear striped bands. A crown symbol is engraved in a smooth polished circular band on each accessory Makes an exquisite decorative collectible placed on a vanity dressing table. The crisp severe art deco design has an unisex aesthetic Four of the grooming accessories are stamped: Gucci 925...

Say hello to this amazing Hermés riding helmet and spurs! Circa 1950s, this extremely rare riding helmet is crafted from soft black velvet and fea...

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Napkin Rings Set of 2 Each one in shape of 3 stirrups Vintage items No hallmark but answers to the silver test C...

Authentic, preowned vintage Gucci tabletop bar, circa 1960s, crafted in Italy from richly grained rosewood with leather trim. A rare and highly collectible barware piece, this compac...

A touch of timeless Hollywood elegance for your collection with this original 1964 Italian "1-Foglio" cinema poster for the beloved musical masterpiece, My Fair Lady. Directed by Ge...

Hermes Silver-tone metal matchbox featuring a “Cornucopia design” (Horn of abundance) and a leather box that fits into the metal sleeve, engraved Hermes Paris on the bottom. Circa 19...

Maison Gripoix decorated compact in the byzantine taste. Gilt metal, faux pearls with ruby, emerald and sapphire poured glass enamel, further embellished with crystal pastes. Handm...

Gorham's wonderfully detailed Victorian sterling silver Bursting Floral bookmark entails multi bursting florals in bloom. This bookmark measures 1 7/8 inches by 1 7/8 inches. Di...

This vintage Gucci suitcase showcases a classic and sophisticated design. Made of high-quality brown leather, it exudes a timeless elegance, enriched with natural patina and subtle w...

Malachite glass scent bottle by Hoffman/ Schlevogt, evening bag size. Made in the early 1930's with Chinoiserie patterns and a gilt filigree metal s...

Gorgeous and Rare Authentic Hermès Napkin Rings Set of 2 In shape of Stirrups, horse riding theme Vintage items Made of silver-gilt (silver covered...

Oversized Art Deco Lacquered Buttons with mother of pearl and black lacquer. Made of wood with laquered finishes great for costuming. Donut shape ba...

Transport yourself to the elegance of 1970s Italy with this exquisite travel jewelry box. Wrapped in rich red velvet with contrasting black leather accents, this piece evokes the tim...

Vintage Sterling Strawberry Pillbox from the 1950's, Mexico. Hand raised and beautifully crafted. Twist to open and close. 2" long x 1.25" wide x 1.25" high.

Schiaparelli guest soaps shaped as bon bon hearts in a candy box, a salute to Schiaparelli's surrealist wit. 1950's USA. Excellent condition. L9", W 5" 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 the color so much he used it for one of his own works, “an enormous stuffed bear...

Archimede Seguso for Chanel necklace Light blue chained Murano glass Golden metal details and clear rhinestones Signed clasp closure Measur...

A rare bottle of “Bandit” perfume by Robert Piguet, preserved in its elegant original yellow packaging, still sealed and never opened. This is a truly charming collector's item, link...

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...

This vintage set of 3 amber colored celluloid bangle bracelets have different colored rhinestones. They are each razor thin and will only fit a size 6 or max 6.5 wrist. From the 40's...

Description: Vintage slate surface globe made by George Philips and Son, London.  Sphere is made from two hollow metal or aluminum hemispheres with blackboard paint, allowing teacher...

Description: Vintage terrestrial globe produced by the renowned German globe maker Columbus-Verlag Paul Oestergaard KG (Berlin and Stuttgart), known for quality globes from the early...

Italian mid century turquoise and yellow glass bowl by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Fabricated using the Sommerso technique with a yellow uranium glass exterior. (Submerged glass made by...

What do you do with a vintage Pucci shirt/dress/scarf that is no longer wearable? Elevate your living space with this vibrant decorative rectangular cushion made by our skilled sewer...

Introducing the exquisite Tiffany & Co 1950s Pure Silver Pen & Ink Set, a timeless and luxurious addition to any desk or workspace. Crafted from pure silver, this vintage Tiffany & Co pen showcases a sophisticated geometric etched design, adding an elegant touch to your writing instruments. At the center of the pen, the iconic Tiffany & Co logo serves as a symbol of quality and craftsmanship, reflecting the esteemed reputation of this renowned luxury brand. The pen comes with its original ink, ensuring a seamless writing experience and preserving its authenticity. Whether used for daily note-taking, correspondence, or as a decorative accent for your desk, this vintage Tiffany & Co pen exudes sophistication and refinement. It's not just a writing instrument; it's a statement piece that reflects your discerning taste and appreciation for fine craftsmanship. This pen and ink set...

Rare Vintage 1960s Gucci Wood Golf Club Web Stripe Long Shoe Horn in Wood, Resin and cow horn, Signed Gucci Italy, web stripe metal ringed detail with gol...

Elegant Bamboo Handled Sterling Letter Opener from the 1940's. Made in Mexico with appropriate hallmarks. Fully etched bamboo motif on both sides of handle. 8.75" x .5".

Early 1970's Scarf Spighe Wheat printed on silk, gorgeous bouquet of poppy flowers and wheat coming out of one corner and around it. illustrator Vittorio Accornero designed some ic...

Charming Art Deco Travel Hangers in blue leather case with 6 collapsible stained wood and metal hangers in the set. 5" x 4.5" case, Hangers me...

Charming Enamel Brass Pillbox or cigarette case with pastoral scene on hinged cover set within deep blue enamel scrollwork. Best for use as decorative desk piece or can be used in a ...

What do you do with a vintage Pucci shirt that is no longer wearable? Elevate your living space with this vibrant decorative rectangular cushion made from repurposed Emilio Pucci silk fabric...

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...

Mark Cross Art Deco Travel Mirror in alligator grained leather. Circular mirror with stand that slides into its own holder for travel. 1930's. 5.5" across.