Mid-20th Century Ephemera

Attractive Verdura Sterling Bamboo Pen from the 1960's. Small packable size. 4.25" x .4". Marked Verdura.

An exquisite Hollywood Regency era single lipstick holder, crafted in the United States during the mid-20th century (circa 1950s–1960s). Cast in heavy ormolu gilt brass with an impr...

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...

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...

Dunhill Aquarium Half Giant Lighter Arguably one of the rarest Dunhill Aquarium Half Giant lighters currently to come to market, this exceptional example is particularly unusual for...

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

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 ...

Guerlain “Chant d’Arômes” Refillable Atomizer Case, Enameled Metal, France, circa 1962 A rare and elegant vintage atomizer case by Guerlain, created for the iconic fragrance Chant d...

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...

Gorgeous and Rare Authentic Set of 2 Hermès Napkin Rings In shape of Stirrups, horse riding theme Vintage items, circa 1952 Made of silver-gilt (sil...

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...

Rare malle penderie Goyard des années 40 avec tiroir et portants. Laiton et poignées cuir d’origine. État d’usage. Maison : Goyard Type : Malle penderie de voyage Période : Années 1...

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

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...

A Vintage Emrich Art Deco Inspired Compact dating to the 1950s. Emrich was a German jewellery manufacturer based in Pforzheim, a city with a long tradition of jewellery and decorati...

A Vintage Ciro Art Deco Inspired Compact dating to the 1950s. Since 1917 CIRO have enjoyed a reputation for high quality imitation jewellery and pearls that prove affordably extrava...

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...

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...

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 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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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

Hermès Silver-tone metal round organizer plate featuring a Cornucopia, Corne d'Abondance (Horn of abundance) in his center, a round shape, back pitted leather Hermes signature at h...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

Valise Louis Vuitton vintage en cuir des années 30. Bagage ancien authentique en état d’usage. Maison : Louis Vuitton Type : Valise de voyage Période : Années 1930 Matière : Cuir Di...

Schiaparelli's Mint in Box, "Sleeping" perfume sachets 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...

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...

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...

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...

A striking mid-20th-century Indian torque necklace traditionally known as a hansli, hansuli or hasli, attributed to the jewelry traditions of the Banjara—also known regionally as Lambadi, Lambani or Sugali—communities of India. Substantial and highly sculptural, the rigid circular collar is fashioned from silver-alloy or silver-colored white metal. A smooth rounded band forms the upper portion, while the lower sections are dramatically wrapped with closely spaced coils of thick wire. Undulating applied motifs divide the coiled decoration into three graduated sections on either side, giving the necklace a strong architectural rhythm. The collar opens at the center front and is secured by a distinctive circular loop-and-screw fitting. This functional closure becomes part of the necklace’s decorative composition, balancing the symmetrical coiled elements surrounding it. The hand-worked construction, subtle irregularities and naturally developed surface patina contribute to its authentic character. Indian tribal jewelry frequently served purposes extending beyond personal decoration. Neck ornaments could communicate community identity, marital status, prosperity and participation in ceremonial life. Academic documentation of Lambadi adornment records several types of rigid silver neck ornaments, including the kante and hasla. Because closely related torque forms circulated among nomadic and neighboring communities across several Indian regions, the most responsible attribution is Banjara or Lambadi tradition, India, rather than assigning it definitively to one state without supporting documentation. Although rooted in traditional ceremonial dress, the necklace has a remarkably modern presence. Its clean circular silhouette and repetitive wirework give it the appearance of a modernist studio-jewelry sculpture. It may be worn as a dramatic collar over a simple black dress, silk blouse or tailored jacket, or displayed on a jewelry stand as a collectible example of Indian ethnographic metalwork. The necklace measures approximately 8 inches in outer diameter and approximately 1 inch at its deepest decorated section. Because of its rigid construction, prospective wearers should rely on the interior opening measurement rather than the exterior diameter when determining fit. Provenance: Private European collection. Origin: India; attributed to the Banjara/Lambadi cultural tradition. Date: Circa 1950. Period: Mid-20th century. Materials: Silver alloy or silver-colored white metal; unmarked and untested. Techniques: Hand-formed, coiled, applied and assembled metalwork. Condition: Good vintage condition with oxidation, rubbing, darkened recesses, surface marks and naturally developed patina consistent with age and traditional use. The metal has not been tested for silver content. Indian hansli necklace, Banjara torque necklace, Lambadi tribal jewelry, Sugali silver necklace, Indian silver-alloy choker, Rajasthan tribal jewelry, Andhra Pradesh...

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".

Limoges Singer porcelain piano shaped pill box featuring a gold metal frame with a gallant stage decor, a metallic gold tone hook to keep it open, a un...

Art Deco Fruit Salad Volupte Compact from the 1930's. Pastel Trifari glass "fruits" on an enameled metal base, Original fittings unused, however, some ...

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...

Lovely Italian Floral Enamel Make Up Case by Castelli, Rome. Designed as gilded metal envelope with enameled flowers and leaves. Flap opens to show mirror...

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...

1964 Harper's Bazaar 60th Birthday Magazine published in the UK and featuring - Cover photograph of model Veruschka by Johnny Moncada Features include - Balenciaga Givenchy Yves Sa...

Shagreen (sharkskin) eyeglass holder with carnelian glass beads and silk tassel. Holder sides open for entry and closes when handle is used. Holder onl...

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...

Elegant Spratling Sterling and Wood Letter Opener from the 1940's Mexico. Rosewood inset with sterling spheres and loop finial. 8.5" x 1", blade 5".

An exceptional mid-century heirloom from the prestigious purveyor RUMPP, handcrafted in Florence, Italy, during the 1950s–1960s. This substantial piece features a wooden core wrapped...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

Lovely enamel maiden portrait on 800 silver round pillbox. Silver has decorative hand etching throughout. 1.5" x 3/8". Italy 1950's. Very Good condition.