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Hand-Carved Marble Paperweight / Bookend, Orb style
Hand-Carved Marble Paperweight / Bookend, Orb style

Hand-Carved Marble Paperweight / Bookend, Orb style

Located in New York, NY

A white marble paperweight in the shape of an orb, hand-carved in India, circa 1980. Beautiful veinless white marble, exquisitely carved by hand from top to bottom by Indian artisa...

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1980s Indian Agra Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Marble

21st Century by Arch. Aldo Rossi "Sannazzaro" Marble Paperweight
21st Century by Arch. Aldo Rossi "Sannazzaro" Marble Paperweight

21st Century by Arch. Aldo Rossi "Sannazzaro" Marble Paperweight

By Aldo Rossi

Located in massa, IT

Marble Paperweight designed by Aldo Rossi. Size: cm 20 x 4 x H4 Materials: Bianco Carrara - Red Travertine - National Travertine - White Lasa Designed by: Aldo Rossi.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Bill Slade "Modern Blue Swirl" Art Glass Sculpture, circa 1990
Bill Slade "Modern Blue Swirl" Art Glass Sculpture, circa 1990

Bill Slade "Modern Blue Swirl" Art Glass Sculpture, circa 1990

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bill Slade "Modern Blue Swirl" art glass sculpture, circa 1990 Beautiful handmade glass sculpture by noted Florida artist Bill Slade. Dimensions 1.75"...

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Late 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Ferrari Cars Badge / Emblem Lucite Desk Paperweight. Italy 1970´s
Vintage Ferrari Cars Badge / Emblem Lucite Desk Paperweight. Italy 1970´s

Vintage Ferrari Cars Badge / Emblem Lucite Desk Paperweight. Italy 1970´s

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Vintage Ferrari Badge / Emblem Lucite Desk Paperweight. Italy 1970´s. Very nice Ferrari Advertising paperweight. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vin...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Lucite

Unmatching Pair of Quartz & Amethyst Geode Mineral Stone Bookends / Paperweights
Unmatching Pair of Quartz & Amethyst Geode Mineral Stone Bookends / Paperweights

Unmatching Pair of Quartz & Amethyst Geode Mineral Stone Bookends / Paperweights

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large amethyst and quartz geode mineral decorative bookends or paperweights, Spain, 1950s. The amethyst Quartz crystal stone has a soft purple color and the shine of the minerals cry...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Amethyst, Quartz

MCM Bruce Fox Gold Anodized Aluminum 3D "Excellence" Motivation Desk Accessory
MCM Bruce Fox Gold Anodized Aluminum 3D "Excellence" Motivation Desk Accessory

MCM Bruce Fox Gold Anodized Aluminum 3D "Excellence" Motivation Desk Accessory

By Bruce Fox

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bruce Fox motivational desk accessory 3D Font " Excellence " in gold anodized aluminum. In fine condition, maybe needs to clean a little better, mino...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Sea Lion Paperweight by Folke Walving, Sweden
Mid-Century Modern Sea Lion Paperweight by Folke Walving, Sweden

Mid-Century Modern Sea Lion Paperweight by Folke Walving, Sweden

Located in Glasgow, GB

A modernist-style sea lion paperweight, crafted in the 1960s by Swedish glassmaker Folke Walving. Made from clear, sparkling lead crystal, the sculptur...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Victoire Frosted Glass With Blue Patina
1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Victoire Frosted Glass With Blue Patina

1920 René Lalique - Seal Stamp Victoire Frosted Glass With Blue Patina

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Stamp Seal "Victoire" made in frosted glass with blue patinat by René Lalique in 1920. Molded and engraved signature Perfect condition. height: 4.5 cm Félix Marcilhac, René Laliqu...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight
Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

By Herbert Bushell & Co Ltd

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English glass and sterling silver match striker. This exceptional antique sterling silver and glass match striker has a globular form. The surface of the medium sized glass body of this Edwardian match striker...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Blown Glass Paperweight Vase by David R. Huchthausen, 1980
Blown Glass Paperweight Vase by David R. Huchthausen, 1980

Blown Glass Paperweight Vase by David R. Huchthausen, 1980

By David Huchthausen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Paperweight vase, 1980 David R. Huchthausen Blown glass Measures: 5 x 5 x 4.75 inches Signed/etched on bottom: David R. Huchthausen, 1980.

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Late 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

William Manson Caithness Paperweight Field Study Butterfly
William Manson Caithness Paperweight Field Study Butterfly

William Manson Caithness Paperweight Field Study Butterfly

By Caithness Scotland

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : William Manson Caithness Paperweight Field Study Butterfly 1986 Date : 1986 Origin : Scotland Features : Lampwork aventurine butterfly, flower, flowers buds and stems all w...

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1980s Scottish Vintage Paperweights

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Art Glass

"Love me Now" Marble Heart Gift by On Entropy in White Marble
"Love me Now" Marble Heart Gift by On Entropy in White Marble

"Love me Now" Marble Heart Gift by On Entropy in White Marble

By on entropy

Located in Athens, GR

Love me Now is a sculptural object designed to awaken the senses. Carved from a single block of marble into the shape of an off-centered heart with a gracefully extended tail, it tra...

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2010s Greek Modern Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight
Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

Edwardian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Edwardian English glass and sterling silver match striker; an addition to our ornamental collection. This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver and glass match striker has a globular form. The surface of the glass body is embellished with a serrated texture which composes a match striker. The upper portion of this example of antique silverware retains the original, plain hallmarked sterling silver mount which continues to line the match receiver; this solid silver lining indicates the high quality of the piece. By virtue of its size and weight, this versatile match striker could be utilised as a paperweight. Condition This antique 20th century match striker glass match holder...

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Early 1900s English Antique Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of four paperweights in art glass.
Scandinavian glass artist. Set of four paperweights in art glass.

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of four paperweights in art glass.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of four paperweights in art glass. Millefiori style, abstract motifs embedded in the glass. Handmade. Around the 1980s. I...

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1980s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

A Blue John Paperweight, late 19th century
A Blue John Paperweight, late 19th century

A Blue John Paperweight, late 19th century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The parquetry Blue John Pattern within a rectangular black stone surround

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Quartz, Marble

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of three paperweights in art glass.
Scandinavian glass artist. Set of three paperweights in art glass.

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of three paperweights in art glass.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Scandinavian glass artist. Set of three paperweights in art glass. Flower motif, aquarium, and apple embedded in the glass. Handmade. Around the 1980s. In perfect condition. Dimensi...

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1980s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern Paperweight in Pewter, ca 1930s
Scandinavian Modern Paperweight in Pewter, ca 1930s

Scandinavian Modern Paperweight in Pewter, ca 1930s

Located in Örebro, SE

Beautiful Scandinavian Modern paperweight in pewter, ca 1930s. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Pewter

Saint Louis Paperweight Gridel Devil Millefiori Scramble c1850
Saint Louis Paperweight Gridel Devil Millefiori Scramble c1850

Saint Louis Paperweight Gridel Devil Millefiori Scramble c1850

By Saint Louis

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Saint Louis Paperweight Gridel Devil Millefiori Scramble c1850 Date : c1850 Origin : Saint Louis, France Bowl Features : A large paperweight with central devil gridel surr...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Etched Crystal Baby Seal Sculpture by Mats Jonasson Sweden
Etched Crystal Baby Seal Sculpture by Mats Jonasson Sweden

Etched Crystal Baby Seal Sculpture by Mats Jonasson Sweden

By Mats Jonasson

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Baby seal etched crystal sculpture by Mats Jonasson Sweden. This crystal art glass sculpture is a work of art with its hand made, hand etched exquisite det...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda, Sculpture / Paper Weight in Clear Art Glass
Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda, Sculpture / Paper Weight in Clear Art Glass

Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda, Sculpture / Paper Weight in Clear Art Glass

Located in København, Copenhagen

Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda. Sculpture / paper weight in clear mouth-blown art glass with inlaid bubbles. Swedish design, 1970/80s. Measures: 11 x 7.5 cm. In excellent condition. ...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Paperweight. A Petrified piece of wood polished on one side.
Paperweight. A Petrified piece of wood polished on one side.

Paperweight. A Petrified piece of wood polished on one side.

Located in Stockholm, SE

This stunning paperweight is a piece of genuine petrified wood, expertly polished on one side to reveal its extraordinary natural beauty. The polished surface displays a vibrant arra...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Paperweights

Materials

Petrified Wood

Golf Ruthenium Paperweight
Golf Ruthenium Paperweight

Golf Ruthenium Paperweight

Located in Paris, FR

Paperweight golf ruthenium made entirely in solid brass in ruthenium finish with golf ball pattern. Also available in gold or palladium.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Decorative sculpture in the shape of a Lalique crystal apple
Decorative sculpture in the shape of a Lalique crystal apple

Decorative sculpture in the shape of a Lalique crystal apple

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Lalique Crystal Apple-Shaped Decorative Sculpture Elegant Lalique crystal sculpture from France, depicting an apple with leaves. Made of satin-finished and polished crystal, with a t...

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Mid-20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

19th Century English Set of  Weights with Royal Crown Marks, Numerals and Letter
19th Century English Set of  Weights with Royal Crown Marks, Numerals and Letter

19th Century English Set of Weights with Royal Crown Marks, Numerals and Letter

Located in Marbella, ES

19th Century English Set of Weights with Royal Crown Marks, Numerals and Lettering The measurement is of the largest. Weights of: 7 Lb, 4 Lb, 2 Lb, 1 Lb, and 708

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Late 20th Century European Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

"Flight, " Beautifully Carved Stone Paperweight with Dove and Clouds
"Flight, " Beautifully Carved Stone Paperweight with Dove and Clouds

"Flight, " Beautifully Carved Stone Paperweight with Dove and Clouds

By Giuseppe Bessi, Brenda Putnam

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Highly distinctive and unique, this cylindrical paperweight is decorated on its upper surface with exquisitely detailed sculptural relief: a dove in flight, shown flying over a cluster of clouds and the word "FLIGHT." Although it shows a beautiful bird, storied in mythology and literature, this sculpture also hints at the flight of man, and the curving sides of the piece are decorated with Art Deco geometric forms, sharply incised into the stone. The artist was Brenda Putnam, who used this same image for one side of her well-known bronze medal, also entitled "Flight", issued in 1941 by the Society of Medalists...

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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Stone

German Shepherd Dog Bust Paperweight Sculpture / France, 1910
German Shepherd Dog Bust Paperweight Sculpture / France, 1910

German Shepherd Dog Bust Paperweight Sculpture / France, 1910

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

German shepherd dog bust paperweight sculpture / France, 1910. Foundry Mark coin. Signed H. Puyen. Silver plated metal mounted over a green marble. Desk sculp...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Metal

Bronze Dome Shaped Sculpture
Bronze Dome Shaped Sculpture

Bronze Dome Shaped Sculpture

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Bronze, “Massah” (Small Dome), 1999 “Massah” (Small Dome), 1999 By, Jay Wholley.

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20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Blown Ultraviolet Murano Art Glass Paperweight Mid-Century Modern Italy
Blown Ultraviolet Murano Art Glass Paperweight Mid-Century Modern Italy

Blown Ultraviolet Murano Art Glass Paperweight Mid-Century Modern Italy

By Murano 5

Located in Miami, FL

Blown Ultraviolet Art glass paperweight made in Italy. Mid-Century Modern collector's piece, great for your desk or writing Tabel. A-951-335  

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Pyramid-Shaped Glass Paperweight
Pyramid-Shaped Glass Paperweight

Pyramid-Shaped Glass Paperweight

$333Sale Price|20% Off

Pyramid-Shaped Glass Paperweight

Located in Marbella, ES

Pyramid-shaped glass paperweight.

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Late 20th Century European Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Bronze Eggplant Sculptures, Organic Modern Design, France, 1950
Bronze Eggplant Sculptures, Organic Modern Design, France, 1950

Bronze Eggplant Sculptures, Organic Modern Design, France, 1950

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Two heavy solid bronze patinated eggplant "Aubergine" sculptures. Organic sculpture paperweight metal bronze eggplant with dark bronze patina. Nice to use as paperweight or decorat...

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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960
John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960

John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960

By John Deacons

Located in Oirlo, LI

John Deacons Presse-papiers Millefiori with Yellow and White, 1960 Beautiful paperweight large white yellow 1960 by John Deacons. Glass paperweight. A paperweight is an object that...

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1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Swedish Paperweight in Marble, Early 19th Century
Swedish Paperweight in Marble, Early 19th Century

Swedish Paperweight in Marble, Early 19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Swedish paperweight in the marble in the shape of a cannon barrel. Beautiful patina. Empire, early 19th century. Minor chips (se pictures) Wear con...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble

1970s Crystal Paperweight Sculpture by Fontana Arte for ISTUD, Italy
1970s Crystal Paperweight Sculpture by Fontana Arte for ISTUD, Italy

1970s Crystal Paperweight Sculpture by Fontana Arte for ISTUD, Italy

By Fontana Arte

Located in Rome, IT

This elegant limited edition paperweight sculpture was made by Fontana Arte for ISTUD Italia in the 1970s. As the pictures show, it comes with its original box and ticket which s...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

St Louis Paperweight Lampwork Millefiori Lily Pond
St Louis Paperweight Lampwork Millefiori Lily Pond

St Louis Paperweight Lampwork Millefiori Lily Pond

By Saint Louis

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : St Louis Paperweight Lampwork Millefiori Lily Pond 1981 Date : 1981 Origin : France Features : Lampwork and millefiori lily flower and two buds and green leaves floating ...

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1980s French Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Grand Tour Inlaid Specimen Marble Paperweight, Late 19th Century
Grand Tour Inlaid Specimen Marble Paperweight, Late 19th Century

Grand Tour Inlaid Specimen Marble Paperweight, Late 19th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The paperweight inset with a plaster cast of the Coliseum, outlined in 'marmo nero' and marmo giallo.

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Vintage Enameled Aluminium Paperweight, 1980s
Vintage Enameled Aluminium Paperweight, 1980s

Vintage Enameled Aluminium Paperweight, 1980s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage paperweight apple shaped, realized in 1980s in Italy. Very good condition.

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1980s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Bofill Silvered Bronze Owl, Hibou Paperweight  / Hood Ornament, France, 1910-15
Bofill Silvered Bronze Owl, Hibou Paperweight  / Hood Ornament, France, 1910-15

Bofill Silvered Bronze Owl, Hibou Paperweight / Hood Ornament, France, 1910-15

By Antoine Bofill

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Bofill silvered bronze owl - Hibou Desk Paperweight / Car Mascot / Hood Ornament. France 1910-15. Silver plated bronze, signed. Excellent original conditions. HIBOU Par Antoine Bofi...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s
Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s

Vintage Glass Ashtray, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage glass ashtray is an original decorative object realized in the 1970s. Made in Italy. Dimensions: 3.5 x 10.5 cm. Mint condition...

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1970s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Heavy Polychrome Glass Egg Sculpture
Heavy Polychrome Glass Egg Sculpture

Heavy Polychrome Glass Egg Sculpture

Located in bari, IT

1960s solid glass egg-shaped paperweight.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Vintage Brass and Metal Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Vintage Brass and Metal Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

Vintage Brass and Metal Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage brass and metal lighter is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century. A metal vintage ashtray perfect to enjoy relax moment. Produced by Jewelry Ga...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pestle & Mortar
Pestle & Mortar

Pestle & Mortar

Located in London, England

Turned wood pestle and mortar. U.K circa 1900. H 15cm x W 10cm x D 10cm

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Early 1900s Antique Paperweights

Materials

Beech

Dorothy Draper Hollywood Regency Brass Cabbage Paper Weight with Label
Dorothy Draper Hollywood Regency Brass Cabbage Paper Weight with Label

Dorothy Draper Hollywood Regency Brass Cabbage Paper Weight with Label

By Dorothy Draper

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Mon choux! Here's Dorothy Draper's "peu chou" (little cabbage) as the french say. A neat, organically shaped petite cabbage paper weight from the Dorothy Draper Company, Signature Co...

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Late 20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Vintage Ceramic Vase, Dümler & Breiden, Germany
Vintage Ceramic Vase, Dümler & Breiden, Germany

Vintage Ceramic Vase, Dümler & Breiden, Germany

By Dümler & Breiden

Located in Roma, IT

This vintage ceramic vase is a ceramic decorative object manufactured in Germany by Dümler & Breiden during the mid-20th century. Rare ceramic vase 195/40. Dimensions: cm 41 x ...

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Mid-20th Century German Paperweights

Materials

Ceramic

Victorian Frosted Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight
Victorian Frosted Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

Victorian Frosted Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

By Andrew Barrett & Son

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and frosted glass match striker; an addition to our ornamental collection. This exceptional antique Victorian glass sterling match striker, with sterling silver mount, has a globular form. The surface of the frosted glass body has a textured finish which composes a match striker and incorporating the impressive applied monogram initials 'CIL'. The upper portion of this antique glass match striker...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Gucci Desk Paperweight
Gucci Desk Paperweight

Gucci Desk Paperweight

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Gucci desk paperweight from the 1980s, this elegant piece is based on an anthrazite metal base and an acrylic stand, attributed to Tom Ford.

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1990s Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Baccarat Paperweight Lampwork Flower Millefiori
Baccarat Paperweight Lampwork Flower Millefiori

Baccarat Paperweight Lampwork Flower Millefiori

By Baccarat

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Baccarat Paperweight Lampwork Flower Millefiori Quarters 1980 Date : 1980 Origin : France Features : A central white lampwork flower surrounded by four quartered arcs of ...

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1980s French Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Art Glass Paperweight, Glasswork Novy Bor, 1950s
Art Glass Paperweight, Glasswork Novy Bor, 1950s

Art Glass Paperweight, Glasswork Novy Bor, 1950s

By Novy Bor Glassworks

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Art Glass The paperweight has a small chip on the bottom which is ground so that it does not have sharp edges Re-polished Original Condition.

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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Whitefriars Paperweight Rare Clichy Rose Millefiori Garland 1979
Whitefriars Paperweight Rare Clichy Rose Millefiori Garland 1979

Whitefriars Paperweight Rare Clichy Rose Millefiori Garland 1979

By Whitefriars

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Whitefriars Paperweight Rare Clichy Rose Millefiori Garland 1979 Date : 1979 Origin : Whitefriars Features : A rare clichy rose millefiori cane surrounded by a garland of c...

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1970s English Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Vintage Glass Ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Glass Ashtray, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Glass Ashtray, Italy, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Glass ashtray is an original decorative object realized in the 1970s. Transparent glass ashtray. This object is perfect for embellish your home! Good conditions.

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1970s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century
1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century

1980s Plated Brass Bridge Bolts Bookends Paperweights Quirky Vintage Mid-Century

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Brass electroplated Bridge Bolts as bookends or office decor. Each about 5 lbs. and 3.5 wide by 4 inches high. Appropriated objects similar conceptually to the works of the Carl Aubo...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Louis XV Style Doré Bronze Dogs on Malachite Plinths
Pair of French Louis XV Style Doré Bronze Dogs on Malachite Plinths

Pair of French Louis XV Style Doré Bronze Dogs on Malachite Plinths

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions- H: 3in W: 4 1/4in D: 2 7/8in This exceptional pair of French Doré bronze dogs on malachite plinths/bases are an amazing example of high quality antique smalls. Finding a pair in this good of condition is highly uncommon. Malachite Was believed to have healing factors in Europe during the Renaissance and later people saw malachite as a sign of wealth and power due to its rarity. Most pieces made with malachite whether it was a piece of furniture or a pair of bronze dogs...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Paperweights

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

Sterling Silver Model of an Irish Setter
Sterling Silver Model of an Irish Setter

Sterling Silver Model of an Irish Setter

By BSE Products

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine contemporary cast English sterling silver model of a setter; part of our animal related silverware collection This fine contemporary cast sterling silver ornament...

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2010s English Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

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.