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Blue John Paperweight Egg Mounted on Fluorspar Base, Early 20th Century
Blue John Paperweight Egg Mounted on Fluorspar Base, Early 20th Century

Blue John Paperweight Egg Mounted on Fluorspar Base, Early 20th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The brightly colored blue john egg mounted on a rectangular base. H. 3" x W. 4" x D. 2 3/4"

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Paperweights

Materials

Quartz

Vintage Hand-Carved Marble Bookends, Aztec Mayan Design, Mexico, 1950s
Vintage Hand-Carved Marble Bookends, Aztec Mayan Design, Mexico, 1950s

Vintage Hand-Carved Marble Bookends, Aztec Mayan Design, Mexico, 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of vintage green and white marble Aztec Mayan stone bookends. Vintage handcrafted large heavy natural marble bookends with Aztec Mayan green head on a pyramidal form. These are very substantial, heavy and well handmade bookends. They are hand carved white with white natural color of the marble and the green marble carved Mayan head...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Modernist Mid-Century Brass Clothespin Paperweight
Modernist Mid-Century Brass Clothespin Paperweight

Modernist Mid-Century Brass Clothespin Paperweight

By Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredibly beautiful paperweight constructed as a clothespin in brass. Sleek with modernist essence. The luminous brass catapults this piece to sculpture. A very chic addition to you...

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1970s American Minimalist Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Brass

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 Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

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

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

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

By Bill Curry, Design Line

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice small sculptural 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 patina a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight

Agate Onyx Paperweight

$225Sale Price|50% Off

Agate Onyx Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: length 5 inches, width 2.75 inches, height 1.25 inches This piece makes for a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Stone

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

Mid 20th Century Murano Aquarium Art Glass Elio Raffaeli, signed Paperweight Egg
Mid 20th Century Murano Aquarium Art Glass Elio Raffaeli, signed Paperweight Egg

Mid 20th Century Murano Aquarium Art Glass Elio Raffaeli, signed Paperweight Egg

By Elio Raffaeli

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Spectacular and rare large venetian murano aquarium sculpture paperweight in the form of an egg with two colorful fish and multicolor strands of cane that resemble aquatic plants, ke...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Andrew Szoeke Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Wood Cube Paperweight--Letter L
Andrew Szoeke Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Wood Cube Paperweight--Letter L

Andrew Szoeke Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Wood Cube Paperweight--Letter L

By Andrew Szoeke

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a rare and wonderful monogram "L" cube or paperweight by American designer, Andrew Szoeke. This cube combines Szoeke's mastery of graphic art and typography with inlaid wood ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Wood

Aluminum Desk Block and Tray Accessory Set
Aluminum Desk Block and Tray Accessory Set

Aluminum Desk Block and Tray Accessory Set

By Argosy Designs

Located in Treadwell, NY

Collection I: Desk set This high polished aluminum desk set, comprised of a desk tray and desk block, adds style and sophistication to your work surface Measures: Desk block 3...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block
Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block

Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block

Located in Toronto, ON

A stunning contemporary multicoloured acrylic block. A perfect riser for a small sculpture or a statement on its own on the table or desk, this beautiful block will reveal different ...

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2010s American Paperweights

Materials

Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Blue and Clear Apple Sculpture Paperweight
Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Blue and Clear Apple Sculpture Paperweight

Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Blue and Clear Apple Sculpture Paperweight

By Barbini, Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Mid Century Modern Murano art glass in turquoise and clear apple fruit glass sculpture or decorative art object, paperweight. beautiful Italian Murano blown art glass apple fruit gl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

George Thompson for Steuben Glass Art Deco Paperweight 1952, Signed
George Thompson for Steuben Glass Art Deco Paperweight 1952, Signed

George Thompson for Steuben Glass Art Deco Paperweight 1952, Signed

By George Thompson, Steuben Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage large art glass paperweight features sculptural oval silhouette with central design of a wide white glass latticino ribbon wrapped around large controlled bubble, encased in ...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block
Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block

Contemporary Faceted Multicolour Acrylic Cube Block

Located in Toronto, ON

A stunning contemporary multicoloured acrylic block. A perfect riser for a small sculpture or a statement on its own on the table or desk, this beautiful block will reveal different ...

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2010s American Paperweights

Materials

Acrylic

French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Butterfly Glass Cachet 1, 919
French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Butterfly Glass Cachet 1, 919

French Art Nouveau Rene Lalique Butterfly Glass Cachet 1, 919

By René Lalique

Located in Worcester Park, GB

A very early and exceptionally rare signed original blue stained Rene Lalique 'Papillon Ailes Ouverte' (Butterfly with wings open) cachet, dating from 1919. (Ref: Marcilhac 192) Cach...

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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Brass Oval "25" Paperweight from De Vera New York
Brass Oval "25" Paperweight from De Vera New York

Brass Oval "25" Paperweight from De Vera New York

Located in Chicago, IL

Brass oval paperweight with "25" on top, stamped 2015 DE VERA on the bottom with the gallery's prior Crosby Street address.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Stylized Crystal Duck Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat
Stylized Crystal Duck Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

Stylized Crystal Duck Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in San Diego, CA

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

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Late 20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Petite Jack / Jax Bookend Made Metal
Petite Jack / Jax Bookend Made Metal

Petite Jack / Jax Bookend Made Metal

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960, we offer this sculptural Jack made in metal.

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Metal

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

Sculptural Jack Made in Wood
Sculptural Jack Made in Wood

Sculptural Jack Made in Wood

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1970. We offer this Jack made in oak wood.

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Wood

Vintage Blown Art Glass Paperweight Blue and White Flower
Vintage Blown Art Glass Paperweight Blue and White Flower

Vintage Blown Art Glass Paperweight Blue and White Flower

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage beautiful and colorful vintage Murano hand blown blue and white Italian art glass paperweight. Gorgeous vintage studio hand blown crystal art glass paperweight with a cobalt blue base and a white cascading flower or frost. The inside of the paperweight has a large flower and is filled a large controlled bubble in the centre with multiple small controlled bubbles. Vintage Crystal Ball...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1980s Vintage Italian Marble Sphere
1980s Vintage Italian Marble Sphere

1980s Vintage Italian Marble Sphere

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Italian sphere shape in black marble. Each piece is in a way unique (and handcrafted in Italy. Slight variations in shape, color and size are...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Rene Lalique Glass 'Deux Aigles' Paperweight
Rene Lalique Glass 'Deux Aigles' Paperweight

Rene Lalique Glass 'Deux Aigles' Paperweight

By René Lalique

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Rene Lalique clear & frosted glass 'Deux Aigles' paperweight, with details highlighted in grey staining. Features two eagle heads facing each other with a ball in their beaks. Moulde...

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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909
Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909

Rare Bronze Paperweight Celebrating 500th Anniversary of Leipzig Univ, 1909

By Max Lange

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Depicting two male nudes lifting a garland framing Medieval images of the two patron saints of Leipzig University -- St. Laurentius and John the Baptist -- this rare and beautiful br...

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Early 1900s German Beaux Arts Antique Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Lotus — Handcrafted Brass Bookstand for Desk or Display
Lotus — Handcrafted Brass Bookstand for Desk or Display

Lotus — Handcrafted Brass Bookstand for Desk or Display

Located in Porto, PT

The Lotus Book Stand is more than a functional accessory—it is a sculptural art object inspired by the symbolism of the lotus flower, a universal emblem of purity, wisdom, and renewa...

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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Pairpoint Blown Glass Paperweight, Figural Swan Motif, Vintage, circa 1950s
Pairpoint Blown Glass Paperweight, Figural Swan Motif, Vintage, circa 1950s

Pairpoint Blown Glass Paperweight, Figural Swan Motif, Vintage, circa 1950s

By Pairpoint Glassworks

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

From America's oldest crystal manufacturer still in business, this is a beautifully blown piece of art. It features an elegant swan and Pairpoint's signature controlled bubble. In ve...

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1950s American Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Kosta Boda Yellow Crystal Candle Holder by Anna Ehrner, 1990's
Kosta Boda Yellow Crystal Candle Holder by Anna Ehrner, 1990's

Kosta Boda Yellow Crystal Candle Holder by Anna Ehrner, 1990's

By Anna Ehrner

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Kosta Boda crystal yellow "Atoll" votive Tealight candle holder designed by Anna Ehrner, 1990s. With characteristic craftsmanship and good design, and an ongoing commitment to avant-...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

French Mid-Century Shagreen Paperweight

French Mid-Century Shagreen Paperweight

Located in Queens, NY

2 French 1940s-style multicolored panel shagreen sphere shaped paperweight.(PRICED EACH)

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Paper

French Bronze Claw Paperweight on Marble Base
French Bronze Claw Paperweight on Marble Base

French Bronze Claw Paperweight on Marble Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful Brass or Bronze Claw grasping a ball resting on a marble base. A compliment to any desk or work station. the pieces does have one chip to a corner but we believe it ad...

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20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Gordon Bunshaft's Collection: Lighter, Paperweight, Shovel Pin and Glass Piece
Gordon Bunshaft's Collection: Lighter, Paperweight, Shovel Pin and Glass Piece

Gordon Bunshaft's Collection: Lighter, Paperweight, Shovel Pin and Glass Piece

By Gordon Bunshaft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a collection of personal desk objects from the estate of Gordon Bunshaft, the influential American architect best known for his work with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and iconi...

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20th Century Unknown Modern Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Crafted in Wood: "Fun" Desk Top Wood Puzzle Cube, 1970's
Crafted in Wood: "Fun" Desk Top Wood Puzzle Cube, 1970's

Crafted in Wood: "Fun" Desk Top Wood Puzzle Cube, 1970's

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Crafted in Wood: "Fun" Desk Top Wood Puzzle Cube, 1970's A fun desk top sculpture / puzzle. Fun taking it a part and fun putting it back together. Outer surface only oiled with fo...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Softwood

Vintage "Bubbles" Art Glass Paperweight
Vintage "Bubbles" Art Glass Paperweight

Vintage "Bubbles" Art Glass Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage "Bubbles" art glass paperweight, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 3.25"D x 3"H. Much better looking in person t...

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Late 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Murano Art Glass Paperweight Lily Flower with Curled Stem Sculpture 1980
Italian Murano Art Glass Paperweight Lily Flower with Curled Stem Sculpture 1980

Italian Murano Art Glass Paperweight Lily Flower with Curled Stem Sculpture 1980

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Italian Murano Art Glass Lily Flower with Curled Stem Paperweight. VIntage Murano Italian Art Glass Flower Sculpture Decorative Object, 1980s. Beautiful blown art glass Murano lily...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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

Victorian Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker / Paperweight

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and glass match striker; an addition to our ornamental collection. This exceptional antique 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 ornamentation to the glass body is segmented with plain subtly concave vertical flutes. The upper portion of this antique glass match striker...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Cubist Rare 'Comet' Car Mascot by Becquerel, French, circa 1920-1925
Art Deco Cubist Rare 'Comet' Car Mascot by Becquerel, French, circa 1920-1925

Art Deco Cubist Rare 'Comet' Car Mascot by Becquerel, French, circa 1920-1925

By André Vincent Becquerel

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Very Rare Hood Ornament - Car Mascot. Silvered bronze, mounted on Italian portoro marble display base, a beautifully presented example. Very nice Automobilia piece. Perfect paperweig...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Glass Paper Weight with Infused Floating Bubbles in the Style of Murano
Glass Paper Weight with Infused Floating Bubbles in the Style of Murano

Glass Paper Weight with Infused Floating Bubbles in the Style of Murano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful large round glass paperweight infused with multiple suspended bubbles, creating captivating depth and movement within the sphere. The bubbles catch and refract light beau...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere or Paperweight
Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere or Paperweight

Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere or Paperweight

Located in New York, NY

An Italian alabaster marble round sphere or paperweight, /70s Modern period, circa late-20th century, 1970s, Italy. Marked "Genuine Alabaster", "Hand...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Vintage Cat climbing a pole desk fancy, Bronze and Silver miniature
Vintage Cat climbing a pole desk fancy, Bronze and Silver miniature

Vintage Cat climbing a pole desk fancy, Bronze and Silver miniature

Located in NEWARK, GB

The most charming little desk fancy of a cat climbing a pole. The cat is crafted in bronze, so finely detailed for such a small fellow, cold painted in realistic colours, the cat ha...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere
Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere

Italian Alabaster Marble Sphere

Located in New York, NY

An Italian moss green and black alabaster marble decorative object sphere, Italian Midcentury Modern to '70 Modern design periods, circa mid to late 20th century, 1960s, 1970s, Italy...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Fermacarte Saint Gobain, Fermaparte in Cristallo, Saint Gobain
Fermacarte Saint Gobain, Fermaparte in Cristallo, Saint Gobain

Fermacarte Saint Gobain, Fermaparte in Cristallo, Saint Gobain

Located in Milano, MI

Fermacarte saint gobain - fermaparte in cristallo - saint gobain Periodo del design 1960 Periodo di produzione 1960 Paese di produzione Francia Stile Vintage, Postmoderno St...

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1960s French Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

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

Contemporary Large  Aquarium Murano Cenedese Style Egg-Shaped Glass Paperweight
Contemporary Large  Aquarium Murano Cenedese Style Egg-Shaped Glass Paperweight

Contemporary Large Aquarium Murano Cenedese Style Egg-Shaped Glass Paperweight

By Barbini, Cenedese

Located in London, England

An impressive large egg-shaped aquarium Chinese paperweight made in the Murano style. This beautiful and unique paperweight made in the "sommerso" technique style depicts an aquarium...

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2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Robert P Gottlieb MOMA Desk Accessory Tape Dispenser Lucite / Chromed Steel
Robert P Gottlieb MOMA Desk Accessory Tape Dispenser Lucite / Chromed Steel

Robert P Gottlieb MOMA Desk Accessory Tape Dispenser Lucite / Chromed Steel

Located in Doraville, GA

Vintage lucite and chromed steel tape dispenser manufactured by Two's Company, Mount Vernon, NY. Robert P. Gottlieb is associated with the dispenser, but little is known about Gottli...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Boeing Air Plane Desk Ornament or Paperweight
Vintage Boeing Air Plane Desk Ornament or Paperweight

Vintage Boeing Air Plane Desk Ornament or Paperweight

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A late 1970s model of a Boeing Air Plane. Probably a Jumbo Jet - Type 747 that was launched in 1969. The plane itself is made from chrome-plated brass and the wheels from another kin...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage 1960s Murano Glass 'Tutti Frutti' Paperweight by AVEM
Vintage 1960s Murano Glass 'Tutti Frutti' Paperweight by AVEM

Vintage 1960s Murano Glass 'Tutti Frutti' Paperweight by AVEM

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1960s. This paperweight is made in Murano glass. It is a "Tutti frutti" model. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be con...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

French Bulldog Bronze Desk Paperweight, Austria, 1920´s
French Bulldog Bronze Desk Paperweight, Austria, 1920´s

French Bulldog Bronze Desk Paperweight, Austria, 1920´s

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

French bulldog bronze figure / sculpture desk paperweight - Austria 1920´s. Very nice conditions. Bronze is mounted over a Belgian Black Marble base. A statue of a bulldog standing on a black cylindrical base. The bulldog is depicted in a standing position with its head turned slightly to the right. The statue is highly polished, giving it a shiny and reflective surface. The black base contrasts with the gold statue, making the bulldog figure...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Swedish Limestone Paperweight in Dice Form, 19th Century
Swedish Limestone Paperweight in Dice Form, 19th Century

Swedish Limestone Paperweight in Dice Form, 19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Swedish Limestone Paperweight in Dice Form, 19th Century A refined and sculptural Swedish paperweight in limestone, dating to the 19th century. The composition is defined by a strik...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Paperweights

Materials

Limestone

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

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

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage metal and brass lighter is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th Century. Made in Italy. Dimensions: 10.5 x 6 cm. Good...

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Mid-20th Century Italian 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.