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Sculptural Chrome Jack / Jax Bookend / Paperweight in the Style of Bill Curry
Sculptural Chrome Jack / Jax Bookend / Paperweight in the Style of Bill Curry

Sculptural Chrome Jack / Jax Bookend / Paperweight in the Style of Bill Curry

By Design Line, Bill Curry

Located in San Diego, CA

Solid chrome sculptural chrome jack / jax bookend, door stop or paperweight the style of Bill Curry for Design Line, circa 1970s. The piece is in good vintage condition with a nice p...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Chrome

Purple Amethyst Decorative Object Paperweight
Purple Amethyst Decorative Object Paperweight

Purple Amethyst Decorative Object Paperweight

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful natural purple amethyst cluster decorative object, paperweight, or luxury display piece. A great piece for a bookshelf, cocktail table, on a desk as paperweight, etc. Dim...

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20th Century Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

Rene Lalique Glass Archer Car Mascot
Rene Lalique Glass Archer Car Mascot

Rene Lalique Glass Archer Car Mascot

By René Lalique

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Rene Lalique Clear Glass 'Archer' Mascot. This model features a crouching archer with bow and arrow. Wheel cut makers mark, 'R. LALIQUE FRANCE'. Book reference: 'R. LALIQUE Catalogue...

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1920s Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Sommerso Glass Fig by Hanne Dreutler for Studio Åhus, 1980
Sommerso Glass Fig by Hanne Dreutler for Studio Åhus, 1980

Sommerso Glass Fig by Hanne Dreutler for Studio Åhus, 1980

By Studio Ahus

Located in Bochum, NRW

Rare find, stunning Glass FIG by Hanne Dreutler for Studio Åhus from 1980. Light pink and clear glass made in sommerso technique that originated in Murano, Italy. This piece is in ex...

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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Antique Spheres on Iron Bases, Stone and Cement, Italy
Pair of Antique Spheres on Iron Bases, Stone and Cement, Italy

Pair of Antique Spheres on Iron Bases, Stone and Cement, Italy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of spheres mounted on iron bases. One is 19th century and is made of stone. The second sphere is made of cement and is from the mid 20th century. They are great accent pieces...

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20th Century Italian Other Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Cement, Iron

Oversized Lucite Clothespin Paperweight / Pen Holder / Desk Accessory
Oversized Lucite Clothespin Paperweight / Pen Holder / Desk Accessory

Oversized Lucite Clothespin Paperweight / Pen Holder / Desk Accessory

Located in San Diego, CA

Oversized Lucite clothespin paperweight / pen Holder / desk Accessory, circa 1970s. The piece is in good vintage condition and measures 5.875"W x 1.5"D x 4"H. #3373

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Italian Modern "1964" Porcelain Zodiac Calendar in by Piero Fornasetti
Vintage Italian Modern "1964" Porcelain Zodiac Calendar in by Piero Fornasetti

Vintage Italian Modern "1964" Porcelain Zodiac Calendar in by Piero Fornasetti

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Italian porcelain "1964" paperweight with calendar by Piero Fornasetti. Lithographic and gilt decoration with charming zodiac figures alongside their corresponding months. Th...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage "Earth Planet Safari" Glass Globe Paperweight
Vintage "Earth Planet Safari" Glass Globe Paperweight

Vintage "Earth Planet Safari" Glass Globe Paperweight

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage "Earth Planet Safari" Glass Globe Paperweight "hold those papers down with the weight of the world"

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Brass Madonna's face, Italy, 1980s
Brass Madonna's face, Italy, 1980s

Brass Madonna's face, Italy, 1980s

Located in Palermo, IT

Face of the Madonna in brass, Italy, 1980s. Small signs of the time.

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1980s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Safety Number Lucite Ruler Graphical Mid-Century Vintage 1960s
George Nelson Safety Number Lucite Ruler Graphical Mid-Century Vintage 1960s

George Nelson Safety Number Lucite Ruler Graphical Mid-Century Vintage 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hyattsville, MD

USA, c.1960s. George Nelson & Associates design attributed Lucite Ruler from the SAFETY NUMBERS Graphic Design + Clock Series for Howard Miller. Unsigned. The ruler is about 13 inch...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Lucite

Grand Tour Inlaid Marble Specimen Paperweight, Early 20th Century
Grand Tour Inlaid Marble Specimen Paperweight, Early 20th Century

Grand Tour Inlaid Marble Specimen Paperweight, Early 20th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The center made up of blue marble veneers, yellow marble and green marble with each section banded by Carrara marble.

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Early 20th Century Italian Grand Tour Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Lino SABATTINI designer paperweight in silver-plated metal, Italy, 1970s/1980s
Lino SABATTINI designer paperweight in silver-plated metal, Italy, 1970s/1980s

Lino SABATTINI designer paperweight in silver-plated metal, Italy, 1970s/1980s

By Lino Sabattini

Located in Torino, IT

Paperweight, holder business cards, design Lino SABATTINI for Sabattini Silverware silver-plated metal, engraved with the name by actor José Ferrer. Italy, 1970s/80s ORIGIN Italy P...

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1970s Italian Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Venini Coral Flower Glass Paperweight Attributed to Fulvio Bianconi
Venini Coral Flower Glass Paperweight Attributed to Fulvio Bianconi

Venini Coral Flower Glass Paperweight Attributed to Fulvio Bianconi

By Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning and rare mid-century Italian Murano hand blown coral flower paperweight attributed to Fulvio Bianconi and dating from around 1960. The paper weight is of rounded shape sta...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif
Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful Art Deco stamp was realized in China, circa 1925. It features a volumetric rectangular body crowned with a hand carved guardian lion (a Chinese leitmotif) and accompan...

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Jade

Barovier Toso Murano Clear Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine Sculpture
Barovier Toso Murano Clear Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine Sculpture

Barovier Toso Murano Clear Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine Sculpture

By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown clear, gold flecks, and bubbles Italian art glass baby bird figurine. Documented to the Barovier e Toso Company. I have owned several with labels ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

Zinc Plated Elephant Paperweight in Box by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk
Zinc Plated Elephant Paperweight in Box by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk

Zinc Plated Elephant Paperweight in Box by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk

By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice zinc plated elephant paperweight by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk, circa 1970s. . The piece is in very good condition and signed on the underside. #4989

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Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Zinc

Adam Jablonski Sommerso Paperweight with Slanted Base, Polish Art Glass
Adam Jablonski Sommerso Paperweight with Slanted Base, Polish Art Glass

Adam Jablonski Sommerso Paperweight with Slanted Base, Polish Art Glass

By Adam Jablonski

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Striking abstract art glass paperweight features central core of swirling deep amber, cognac brown, and opal colored glass with controlled bubbles, enclosed in a layer of clear glass...

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20th Century Polish Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Sommerso

Antique Baccarat Concentric Millefiori Signed Glass Paperweight
Antique Baccarat Concentric Millefiori Signed Glass Paperweight

Antique Baccarat Concentric Millefiori Signed Glass Paperweight

By Baccarat

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A magnificent c.1950s Baccarat Five Row Concentric Close-Packed Millefiori Paperweight. The base features the acid etched post-war Baccarat mark. Large and showy with great bright co...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Art Glass Sommerso Blue Bird Paperweight Figurine
Art Glass Sommerso Blue Bird Paperweight Figurine

Art Glass Sommerso Blue Bird Paperweight Figurine

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Abstract blue art glass bird figurine was hand blown in sommerso technique, with flue and white speckled gather of colored glass encased in clear glass. Minimal, sculptural tail and...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Domed Sunflower Paperweight by John Derian
Domed Sunflower Paperweight by John Derian

Domed Sunflower Paperweight by John Derian

By John Derian

Located in San Diego, CA

A wonderful domed art glass sunflower paperweight by John Derian, circa 1978. The paperweight is in very good vintage condition with no chips or scratches and measures 3.5"D x 1.75"...

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Late 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Serpentine Paperweight, Chinese, Soapstone, Marble, Desktop, Victorian
Antique Serpentine Paperweight, Chinese, Soapstone, Marble, Desktop, Victorian

Antique Serpentine Paperweight, Chinese, Soapstone, Marble, Desktop, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique serpentine paperweight. A Chinese, stone and marble dragon fish figure, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Distinctive...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Early Victorian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Marble

Enchanted angel paper cutter
Enchanted angel paper cutter

Enchanted angel paper cutter

Located in Firenze, FI

Upgrade your workspace with our angle-shaped casting bronze paper cutter. Made from high-quality bronze, its unique and stylish design adds sophistication...

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2010s Italian Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Marble Brass Decorative Object Paperweight Renaissance Style
Marble Brass Decorative Object Paperweight Renaissance Style

Marble Brass Decorative Object Paperweight Renaissance Style

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial marble decorative object or paperweight with brass putti and grapevine relief design, in the Renaissance style, circa mid to late-20th century. This piece...

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Mid-20th Century European Renaissance Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Marble, Brass, Bronze

Strathearn Scotland Millefiori Flowers Red White Ribbons Art Glass Paperweight
Strathearn Scotland Millefiori Flowers Red White Ribbons Art Glass Paperweight

Strathearn Scotland Millefiori Flowers Red White Ribbons Art Glass Paperweight

By Strathearn

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Strathearn hand blown millefiori flowers, white ribbons, hand made in Scotland art glass paperweight. It has 2 added murrines, one ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso, Murrine

Spherical Solid Onyx Paperweight on Sterling Paw Foot Stand
Spherical Solid Onyx Paperweight on Sterling Paw Foot Stand

Spherical Solid Onyx Paperweight on Sterling Paw Foot Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful paper weight made of Black Onyx. The piece rests on a sterling stand with three lions paws. The stunning piece is a compliment to any space, side table, desk or work st...

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20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Lladró Rhinoceros Beetle Figurine, Matte White
Lladró Rhinoceros Beetle Figurine, Matte White

Lladró Rhinoceros Beetle Figurine, Matte White

By Lladro

Located in New York City, NY

Rhinoceros beetle in white porcelain, from the awesome insect collection. The insects that made a successful debut decorated in intense colors are no...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Paperweights

Materials

Porcelain

Edwardian English Glass and Silver Match Strike
Edwardian English Glass and Silver Match Strike

Edwardian English Glass and Silver Match Strike

Located in High Point, NC

This lovely match striker has a silver top, which has been well polished and loved over the years. It is mounted on the rim of the glass threaded base. The silver cap is most lik...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Silver

Brass Paperweight in the shape of a Whiskey Barrel from the early 20th Century
Brass Paperweight in the shape of a Whiskey Barrel from the early 20th Century

Brass Paperweight in the shape of a Whiskey Barrel from the early 20th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Very elegant and solid Brass Paperweight in the shape of a Whiskey Barrel with tap and stand probably from the early 20th Century. Wear consistent with age and use

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Early 20th Century European Paperweights

Materials

Brass

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

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 Rustic Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Amethyst, Quartz

Solid Green Marble Apple Paperweight with Brass Stem
Solid Green Marble Apple Paperweight with Brass Stem

Solid Green Marble Apple Paperweight with Brass Stem

Located in San Diego, CA

Solid green marble with brass accent stem apple paperweight or sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 3" x 3"H. #3931

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Vintage Onyx Paperweight
Vintage Onyx Paperweight

Vintage Onyx Paperweight

$200Sale Price|50% Off

Vintage Onyx Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian spherical onyx desk paperweight, in natural neutral hues / Made in Italy circa 1970s Measures: diameter 4 inches Order reference #: FABIOLTD G178 This piece makes for...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Onyx

Art Déco Guinea Pig Bronze Paperweight by E.M. Sandoz for Susse Frères, France
Art Déco Guinea Pig Bronze Paperweight by E.M. Sandoz for Susse Frères, France

Art Déco Guinea Pig Bronze Paperweight by E.M. Sandoz for Susse Frères, France

By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres

Located in North Miami, FL

1920s Art Déco small guinea pig bronze paperweight/sculpture by Édouard-Marcel Sandoz manufactured by Susse Frères, France By: Édouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Frères Material: bronze, ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

Giant Bayer Pill Pop Art
Giant Bayer Pill Pop Art

Giant Bayer Pill Pop Art

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental vintage Bayer pill in cream plaster/ceramic. 7" diameter. Likely used as a store display. Whimsical desktop object or paperweight. Black felted bottom. Great piece of art ...

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1970s American Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Plaster, Paint

Ariel brass fish with beige marble base
Ariel brass fish with beige marble base

Ariel brass fish with beige marble base

Located in Firenze, FI

This stunning brass fish figurine with a beige marble base is a unique and eye-catching decorative piece. Handmade with care and attention to detail, this...

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2010s Italian Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Paper Clip by Franzi in Leather and Steel, Gucci Style, Italy, 1970s
Paper Clip by Franzi in Leather and Steel, Gucci Style, Italy, 1970s

Paper Clip by Franzi in Leather and Steel, Gucci Style, Italy, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous vintage clip paperweight in leather and steel in the shape of a marine link. A wonderful piece produced by the historic leather brand Franzi in the 1970s in Italy. A bea...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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

Engraved Anatomical Heart Model Crystal Art Glass Decor Paperweight
Engraved Anatomical Heart Model Crystal Art Glass Decor Paperweight

Engraved Anatomical Heart Model Crystal Art Glass Decor Paperweight

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Laser Engraved Anatomical Human Heart Model Crystal Art Glass Decor Paperweight. Rectangular shape with a 3D human heart model. Great to use as a paperweight or decor for a heart doc...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Rabbit Figurine Sculpture
Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Rabbit Figurine Sculpture

Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Rabbit Figurine Sculpture

By Gambaro & Poggi

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand green, red, and blue Italian art glass bunny rabbit figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro & Poggi company, with an original "...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Bird Figurine
Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Bird Figurine

Barovier Toso Murano Yellow Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Bird Figurine

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright yellow and sapphire blue spots, bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass baby bird figurine / sculpture. Documented to the Barovier e Toso...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

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

Oxblood Red Fan by Siemens-Schuckert Model W 250 T, Germany, 1950s
Oxblood Red Fan by Siemens-Schuckert Model W 250 T, Germany, 1950s

Oxblood Red Fan by Siemens-Schuckert Model W 250 T, Germany, 1950s

By Siemens

Located in Cork, IE

Based on the design of their 1920s "MET2" and a post-war re-make from their 1930's "C210t", Siemens-Schuckert produced this model "W250T" in Germany between 1949 and 1955. Showcasing their aviation heritage - Siemens-Schuckert also produced aircraft during World War 1, such as the "Riesenflugzeug" (giant plane or R-plane) - this desk fan became THE GERMAN FAN...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Vintage 3.5" Cut Crystal Ball Suncatcher Prism
Vintage 3.5" Cut Crystal Ball Suncatcher Prism

Vintage 3.5" Cut Crystal Ball Suncatcher Prism

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The original 1970s cut crystal ball suncatcher paperweight exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. With its mesmerizing facets and sparkling clarity, it adds a touch of charm an...

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1950s Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Cut Geode Paperweight
Vintage Cut Geode Paperweight

Vintage Cut Geode Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice vintage cut geode paper weight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown, tan, grey and blue colors and measures ...

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

Materials

Quartz

Pair of Mid Century Modern Paperweights in Ruby Murano glass, Italy 1970s
Pair of Mid Century Modern Paperweights in Ruby Murano glass, Italy 1970s

Pair of Mid Century Modern Paperweights in Ruby Murano glass, Italy 1970s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking pair of vintage decorative paperweights executed in Murano glass, Italy, circa 1960s. Each piece is formed as a substantial, near-perfect sph...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Collectible Baccarat Crystal Cameo Franklin Mint Paperweights Set of 5
Collectible Baccarat Crystal Cameo Franklin Mint Paperweights Set of 5

Collectible Baccarat Crystal Cameo Franklin Mint Paperweights Set of 5

By Baccarat

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Collectible Vintage Franklin Mint Baccarat Crystal Cameo Paperweights - Set of 5. This exquisite Franklin Mint Baccarat Crystal Cameo Paperweights Set is a stunning addition to any c...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

19th Century French Bronze Hunting Dog Paperweight on Marble Base
19th Century French Bronze Hunting Dog Paperweight on Marble Base

19th Century French Bronze Hunting Dog Paperweight on Marble Base

By Christophe Fratin

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring character to a desk or library with this finely cast antique French bronze paperweight, crafted circa 1880. The composition features a reclining hunting dog poised alertly atop...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair Post-Modern Marble Interlocking Rings / Paperweight
Pair Post-Modern Marble Interlocking Rings / Paperweight

Pair Post-Modern Marble Interlocking Rings / Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of post-modern marble interlocking rings / paperweight, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks and measures 5"W x 3.5"D x 3"H. Beautiful brown ...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Solid Brass Polished Screw Paperweight
Solid Brass Polished Screw Paperweight

Solid Brass Polished Screw Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A heavy and over sized Polished brass Screw. The piece is quite attractive and ready for any desk or work station in need of a paperweight.. whimsical and classic design. The piece...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

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.

Questions About Paperweights

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a paperweight is valuable, research the piece using trusted online resources. You can get started by locating the maker's mark, usually found on the bottom of paperweights. From there, you can check to see what pieces similar to yours have sold for in the past. Because the condition will also influence the selling price, it's a good idea to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer assess your paperweight as well. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of paperweights.