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Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights
Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights

Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights

Located in London, GB

These glass paperweights are wonderful decorative pieces which will make perfect desk accessories or collectables. The paperweights are all slightly different in their shape and ...

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20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Two Greyhound Dogs with Ball, by P. J. Mêne (Signed)
Two Greyhound Dogs with Ball, by P. J. Mêne (Signed)

Two Greyhound Dogs with Ball, by P. J. Mêne (Signed)

Located in San Francisco, CA

Like his father before him, Pierre Jules Mêne (1810-1879), seemed slated to spend his life as a metal turner. But his innate artistic talent led him to build on this youthfully acqui...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Hand-engraved Aquamarine Sculpture by Ghirò Studio
Contemporary Hand-engraved Aquamarine Sculpture by Ghirò Studio

Contemporary Hand-engraved Aquamarine Sculpture by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

The "Cactus" Sculpture is not only an elegant and modern piece of furniture but it is also a unique and unrepeatable sculpture. This incredible object has been worked and sculpted...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Antique Brass Paper Weight
Antique Brass Paper Weight

Antique Brass Paper Weight

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wonderful antique brass paperweight perfect for any desk as paper weight, organizer or decoration with aged patina.

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19th Century European Antique Paperweights

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Set of Scale Weights Stand Desk Accessory
French 19th Century Set of Scale Weights Stand Desk Accessory

French 19th Century Set of Scale Weights Stand Desk Accessory

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

19th Century Set of Brass Scale Weights, France A charming late 19th Century set of weights in brass, housed in their wooden stand. Weights such as these were used with different sc...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Vintage Studio Glass Bubble Form Paperweight - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century
Vintage Studio Glass Bubble Form Paperweight - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century

Vintage Studio Glass Bubble Form Paperweight - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage studio glass bubble form paperweight - unsigned - United States (likely) - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor surfa...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Multicolor Murano Glass Paperweight
Multicolor Murano Glass Paperweight

Multicolor Murano Glass Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian hand blown multicolored Murano glass paperweight / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measures: diameter 4 inches / height 1 inch 1 available in stock in Italy Order referenc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Art Glass Lime Green & Controlled Bubble Paperweight - Mid 20th Century
Vintage Art Glass Lime Green & Controlled Bubble Paperweight - Mid 20th Century

Vintage Art Glass Lime Green & Controlled Bubble Paperweight - Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Large vintage studio glass paperweight - lime green and bubble infused - unsigned - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - surface sc...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

MCM Art Glass Paperweight by Robert William Bartlett
MCM Art Glass Paperweight by Robert William Bartlett

MCM Art Glass Paperweight by Robert William Bartlett

By Robert William Bartlett

Located in San Diego, CA

A wonderful art glass paperweight by Robert William Bartlett, circa 1978. The piece is internally layered with white and blue swirl design. The paperweight is in very good vintage co...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Querandi "Half Apple" glass paperweight from the 1960s
Querandi "Half Apple" glass paperweight from the 1960s

Querandi "Half Apple" glass paperweight from the 1960s

By Querandi Art Glass

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Querandi "Halved Apple" Glass Paperweight 1960s Querandi glass paperweight, "Halved Apple" design, 1960s. Crafted using German techniques, it features a stylized shape resembling an ...

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20th Century Argentine Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Apple Pen-Holder in Green Hand-Blown Glass, 1970s
Vintage Apple Pen-Holder in Green Hand-Blown Glass, 1970s

Vintage Apple Pen-Holder in Green Hand-Blown Glass, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A decorative Hand-blown pen-holder or paperweight in green glass. Italian or Czech made circa 1970-80. The pens are obviously not included. Measurements: H: 9 cm, Diameter: 8 cm.

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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Brazilian Hand Engraved Crystal Cubes

Brazilian Hand Engraved Crystal Cubes

Located in Boston, MA

Floral and fauna motifs. One of a kind.

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2010s Brazilian Rustic Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Colored Murano Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s
Colored Murano Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s

Colored Murano Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s

Located in Palermo, IT

Colored Murano glass paperweight, Italy, 1970s It belonged to my grandfather who bought it during his honeymoon. Intact, excellent condition.

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1970s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

2 penguin sculptures, 1950
2 penguin sculptures, 1950

2 penguin sculptures, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Chrome

Antique Dinner Bell with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl, France, Circa 1900
Antique Dinner Bell with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl, France, Circa 1900

Antique Dinner Bell with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl, France, Circa 1900

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

That's an antique dinner bell with abalone , mother -of-pearl bell on a white marble base. I found this object in France during a vacation, and the...

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Early 20th Century French Other Paperweights

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light green art glass with touches of blue and ...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Marble Chain Link Sculpture / Paperweight
Marble Chain Link Sculpture / Paperweight

Marble Chain Link Sculpture / Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice marble chain link sculpture / paperweight, circa 1990s. The piece, which consists of four links, is in very good condition with no chips or cracks and measures 13.5"W x...

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Late 20th Century Indian Neoclassical Paperweights

Materials

Marble

1970s by Renato Toso Murano Glass Pair of Stone Paperweights
1970s by Renato Toso Murano Glass Pair of Stone Paperweights

1970s by Renato Toso Murano Glass Pair of Stone Paperweights

By Renato Toso

Located in Brescia, IT

"Sassi" by Renato Toso, 1970 Clear and black Murano glass Excellent condition, just slight sign (look at the picture).

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Beranek Large Abstract Paperweight or Glass Sculpture, Signed
Beranek Large Abstract Paperweight or Glass Sculpture, Signed

Beranek Large Abstract Paperweight or Glass Sculpture, Signed

By Beranek Glass 1

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Large art glass paperweight or sculpture features an abstract design in sapphire blue with green accents, enclosed in clear glass in sommerso technique. The piece is marked with the...

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1980s Czech Post-Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso

Gilbert Johnson Veiled Glass Sculpture or Paperweight, Studio Art Glass
Gilbert Johnson Veiled Glass Sculpture or Paperweight, Studio Art Glass

Gilbert Johnson Veiled Glass Sculpture or Paperweight, Studio Art Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

American studio glass sculpture or paperweight features organic elongated shape with a veiled internal design. Controlled air bubbles, that are dispersed inside the glass, create an...

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1990s American Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso

Amber 3.5" Buddha Figurine
Amber 3.5" Buddha Figurine

Amber 3.5" Buddha Figurine

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Buddha is made of Amber resin. Amber resin possibly from Baltic area.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paperweights

Materials

Resin

French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Grey Stained Dragonfly Knife Rest c1919
French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Grey Stained Dragonfly Knife Rest c1919

French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Grey Stained Dragonfly Knife Rest c1919

By René Lalique

Located in Worcester Park, GB

An very rare and very early signed (R Lalique France -see image 5) original grey stained Rene Lalique 'Libellule' knife rest -depicting a dragonfly in flight, dating from 1919 (See ...

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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Entertaining Masked Ninja Angel Fish, Vintage Hand Blown Murano Fun 1970s
Entertaining Masked Ninja Angel Fish, Vintage Hand Blown Murano Fun 1970s

Entertaining Masked Ninja Angel Fish, Vintage Hand Blown Murano Fun 1970s

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Hilarious pair of hand crafted glass Angel fish with a whiff of Ninja about them Circa 1970's Height 8.5 inch, Width 3.25 inch, Depth 7.5inch In very good condition Wear consistent ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Heart Mosaic Italian Art Glass Paperweight
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Heart Mosaic Italian Art Glass Paperweight

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Heart Mosaic Italian Art Glass Paperweight

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown millefiori flowers mosaic with heart centers and bullseye murrines Italian art glass paperweight. Documented to the Fratelli Toso compan...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine

Charming Paperweight in marble, in the shape of a fig. Early 19th Century
Charming Paperweight in marble, in the shape of a fig. Early 19th Century

Charming Paperweight in marble, in the shape of a fig. Early 19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Very charming Paperweight in marble, in the shape of a fig, probably made in the early 19th Century. Nice patina. The paperweight has some minor wear and chips in the marble. (See pi...

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Early 19th Century European Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Weight– Made in France
Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Weight– Made in France

Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Weight– Made in France

By Hermès

Located in Victoria, BC

A refined vintage Hermès Paris desk accessory, made in France during the 1960s and designed in the maison’s iconic equestrian tradition. This elegant paper weight features a beautifu...

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1960s French Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Multi Faceted Brilliant Crystal Paperweight
Multi Faceted Brilliant Crystal Paperweight

Multi Faceted Brilliant Crystal Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 3 inch Crystal Paper weight with many facets. The piece is heavy and will hold down important papers, yet it's faceted surface with many cuts allows the piece to be a decorative p...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Stylized Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat
Stylized Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

Stylized Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous stylized frog sculpture / paperweight by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity. Signed on the unders...

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Late 20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Oiva Toikka / PAPERWEIGHT / Nuutajärvi
Oiva Toikka / PAPERWEIGHT / Nuutajärvi

Oiva Toikka / PAPERWEIGHT / Nuutajärvi

By Oiva Toikka, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Designed by Oiva Toikka. Manufactured using the same method as the OT1 (FISH) designed in 1964, this paperweight features two welded cast glass pieces (with a fish motif on one side ...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Vistosi Italian Mid-Century Modern Cased Murano Glass Bullseye Paperweight
Vistosi Italian Mid-Century Modern Cased Murano Glass Bullseye Paperweight

Vistosi Italian Mid-Century Modern Cased Murano Glass Bullseye Paperweight

By Vistosi

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Murano glass paperweight. By Vistosi. In the form of a black (or deep amethsyt) ameoba shape with a green & white bullseye pattern. Simply a great Italian glass paper...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Baccarat French Art Glass Zodiac Paperweight Taurus Bull Sulfide on Cobalt Blue
Baccarat French Art Glass Zodiac Paperweight Taurus Bull Sulfide on Cobalt Blue

Baccarat French Art Glass Zodiac Paperweight Taurus Bull Sulfide on Cobalt Blue

By Baccarat

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine, faceted French art glass paperweight. By Baccarat. From the Zodiac series. With a white sulphide depicting Taurus the Bull on a blue ground. Marked with an acid-etched ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Large Vintage Murano Glass Paperweight with Millefiori Garlands
Large Vintage Murano Glass Paperweight with Millefiori Garlands

Large Vintage Murano Glass Paperweight with Millefiori Garlands

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Large, unusual Murano glass paperweight features interlacing garlands of complex white and green toned millefiori canes, creating a cross pattern; each square of the cross pattern h...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine

Emporio Armani Seguso Viro Murano Gold Italian Art Glass Paperweight and Bag
Emporio Armani Seguso Viro Murano Gold Italian Art Glass Paperweight and Bag

Emporio Armani Seguso Viro Murano Gold Italian Art Glass Paperweight and Bag

By Seguso Viro

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso clear and gold flecks Italian art glass paperweight. The piece is documented to the Seguso Viro company, for the Emporio Armani stores in the mid...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Bronze Pestle for a Mortar, 9 Inches Long
18th Century Italian Bronze Pestle for a Mortar, 9 Inches Long

18th Century Italian Bronze Pestle for a Mortar, 9 Inches Long

Located in Stamford, CT

If you've got the mortar, I have the pestle! There are so many mortars out there, and so few pestles. It's nice to have both. Here is your opportunity to marry this large scale pestl...

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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Large Modern Spinning Sculpture in Turquoise Resin by Paola Valle
Large Modern Spinning Sculpture in Turquoise Resin by Paola Valle

Large Modern Spinning Sculpture in Turquoise Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

This modern geometric sculptures will add a touch of color to any space, you can place them on top of books on your coffee table or even as a centerpiece. The possibilities are endle...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Vintage Petrified Wood Paperweight
Vintage Petrified Wood Paperweight

Vintage Petrified Wood Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice vintage petrified wood paper weight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown and tan colors and measur...

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15th Century and Earlier Congolese Mid-Century Modern Antique Paperweights

Materials

Petrified Wood

Bronze Deer Head & Letter Opener Sculpture Paperweight Antique, Austria, 1900s
Bronze Deer Head & Letter Opener Sculpture Paperweight Antique, Austria, 1900s

Bronze Deer Head & Letter Opener Sculpture Paperweight Antique, Austria, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A decorative paperweight and Letter opener sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal or bronze. This item was purchased at an estate sale in Vienna,...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light to medium green art glass with touches of...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Large Vintage Art Glass Lavender 'Bubble' Paperweight - Mid 20th Century
Large Vintage Art Glass Lavender 'Bubble' Paperweight - Mid 20th Century

Large Vintage Art Glass Lavender 'Bubble' Paperweight - Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Large vintage studio glass lavender colored 'bubble' paperweight - unsigned - Canada - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration. Size - ...

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight Geometric Modern
Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight Geometric Modern

Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight Geometric Modern

Located in New York, NY

A polished onyx decorative object paperweight, a tetradecagon shape, in tan and brown hues, circa 1970s. A great piece for a desk, library, shelf, side and coffee/cocktail tables, et...

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1970s Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Onyx

Stylized Frosted Crystal Rabbit Sculpture / Paperweight by Lalique
Stylized Frosted Crystal Rabbit Sculpture / Paperweight by Lalique

Stylized Frosted Crystal Rabbit Sculpture / Paperweight by Lalique

By Lalique

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous stylized frosted crystal rabbit sculpture / paperweight by Lalique, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has a great look. Sign...

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Late 20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Eight French Decorative Glass Desk Paperweights
Eight French Decorative Glass Desk Paperweights

Eight French Decorative Glass Desk Paperweights

Located in London, GB

These beautiful paperweights were created in France in the 20th century. Glass paperweights began to be widely collected in the mid-19th century, after they were showcased at the Int...

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20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Cristal D'Albret France Christopher Columbus Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Blue
Cristal D'Albret France Christopher Columbus Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Blue

Cristal D'Albret France Christopher Columbus Sulphide Paperweight Faceted Blue

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage 1970s Cristal D'Albret France Limited Edition Christopher Columbus Sulphide Glass Faceted Cobalt Blue Paperweight (No box or COA). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 1.75...

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Late 20th Century Renaissance Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Art Glass Paperweight of Clear Glass and a Confetti Concentrated Center
Art Glass Paperweight of Clear Glass and a Confetti Concentrated Center

Art Glass Paperweight of Clear Glass and a Confetti Concentrated Center

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A lovely hand Blown Art glass or Murano paperweight. The piece is of good size at 3-4" and has a wonderfully picturesque "CONFETTI' center piece - lovely for any space and especiall...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Set of Three Decorative Cut Crystal Obelisks
Set of Three Decorative Cut Crystal Obelisks

Set of Three Decorative Cut Crystal Obelisks

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A striking trio of solid cut crystal obelisks in graduated sizes, dating to the 1960s. These sculptural forms are precision-cut with gleaming facets that reflect and refract light be...

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1960s Unknown Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Edwardian Match Strikes
Pair of Edwardian Match Strikes

Pair of Edwardian Match Strikes

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of Edwardian threaded glass match strikes. The tops of the strikes are capped in silver, but with the years of polishing, the hallmarks have been rubbed off. There is no sign o...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Silver

Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern
Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern

Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern

Located in Downingtown, PA

A Library in the Hand: Fornasetti's Libreria Paperweight This striking Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight is an iconic piece of 20th-century decorative art. Produced by Rose...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Bookends Model 4909 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, 1960s
Set of 4 Bookends Model 4909 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, 1960s

Set of 4 Bookends Model 4909 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, 1960s

By Giotto Stoppino

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Set of 4 Bookends Model 4909 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, 1960s.  This Set of 4 Bookends Model 4909 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell is made of yellow plastic material. They were ma...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Plastic

Set of Three Unique Pieces Hand Painted Sicilian Terracotta Decorative Spheres
Set of Three Unique Pieces Hand Painted Sicilian Terracotta Decorative Spheres

Set of Three Unique Pieces Hand Painted Sicilian Terracotta Decorative Spheres

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Three spheres made in Sicily, in the small town of Caltagirone, world famous for handcrafted ceramics. They are especially made for our store and are unique pieces. Measures: Diamete...

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2010s Sicilian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Terracotta

Set of Two Millefiori Flowers Murano Italian Art Glass Paperweight 1970s
Set of Two Millefiori Flowers Murano Italian Art Glass Paperweight 1970s

Set of Two Millefiori Flowers Murano Italian Art Glass Paperweight 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A set of two beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass paper weight. Showing some flowers. Colors are a blue, white, red and clear. A beautiful nice addition to your desktop or a...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight
Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight

Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso spring wild flowers, micro millefiori, Italian art glass ribbons basket paperweight. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The inside ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine

Antique, New and Vintage Paperweights

While any heavy object can be used to hold loose papers, there’s nothing as ornate yet perfectly functional as a paperweight. Antique, new and vintage paperweights can unobtrusively enhance the ambience of a room or act as a colorful conversation starter. On a desk or writing table, it can contribute a subtle sense of style.

Glass paperweights emerged in Europe in the mid-19th century. Early paperweight artisans like Venetian glassmaker Pietro Bigaglia often crafted them with a design on the inside. By the early 1900s, paperweight objects became even more popular through innovative iterations by artists like Louis Comfort Tiffany.

As the paperweight became both a luxury and utilitarian object, creators used a variety of materials to set their wares apart. Today, in addition to the classic glass versions, paperweights are made of metal, wood, ceramic and stone.

A vast selection of paperweights as well as a whole range of other desk accessories can be found on 1stDibs — browse by type, price, period, material or style, from Art Deco and Hollywood Regency to metal and glass. Reflecting their widespread appeal, paperweights are available in a diverse array from across the globe, including Italy, France and North America, as well as examples by leading designers and brands such as Fratelli Toso, William Guillon and René Lalique. Whether an office or a study needs a touch of something vintage or a mid-century modern twist, there are paperweights to suit every taste.