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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

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flowers White Cloud Italian Art Glass Sculpture
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flowers White Cloud Italian Art Glass Sculpture

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flowers White Cloud Italian Art Glass Sculpture

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful, unusual large vintage Murano hand blown orange millefiori flowers, on a white cotton cloud, Italian art glass decorative abstract sculpture / paperweight. The piece is doc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

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 Design Line, Bill Curry

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

Swedish Kolmården Marble Book-Form Paperweight, Early 19th Century
Swedish Kolmården Marble Book-Form Paperweight, Early 19th Century

Swedish Kolmården Marble Book-Form Paperweight, Early 19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Swedish Kolmården Marble Book-Form Paperweight, Early 19th Century A remarkable Swedish paperweight carved from richly patterned Kolmården marble, dating most likely to the first ha...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble

Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960
Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960

Daum France Crystal Owl Paperweight Sculpture, circa 1960

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

Daum, France, created this adorable crystal owl figurine paperweight or ornamental sculpture by hand in the late 1960s. The sculpture features a lovely night owl with dimensional car...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

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

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

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

Bugatti Tank Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight. France 1930
Bugatti Tank Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight. France 1930

Bugatti Tank Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight. France 1930

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Bugatti Tank Car Mascot / Hood Ornament / Paperweight. France 1930. Silvered Bronze Sculpture depicting a Bugatti Type 32 ¨Tank¨ Car. Mounted over an acylic base. Signed CAD. Lovely ...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

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

Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s
Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s

Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s

By Hermès

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Hermes Paris magnifying glass desk accessory with domed lens ensconced in a silver frame with a belt design. We've left the oxidation and patina untouched and simply added a ...

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1960s French Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

Mushroom Paperweight Sculpture Millefiori Murrine Canes Murano Clichy Baccarat
Mushroom Paperweight Sculpture Millefiori Murrine Canes Murano Clichy Baccarat

Mushroom Paperweight Sculpture Millefiori Murrine Canes Murano Clichy Baccarat

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A rare and unique art glass sculpture or paperweight made in the shape of a mushroom. Hand crafted with exquisite millefiori murrine canes of various colors and intricate designs on...

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20th Century Italian Paperweights

Materials

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

Baccarat French Crystal Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Baccarat French Crystal Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Baccarat French Crystal Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

A French puffed crystal heart paperweight decorative object from luxury Maison Baccarat, circa late-20th century to early-21st century, France. 'Puffed' heart is clear/transparent cr...

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Late 20th Century French Modern 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

Paperweight Corn Sculpture in Green Malachite Italian Marble, 1970s
Paperweight Corn Sculpture in Green Malachite Italian Marble, 1970s

Paperweight Corn Sculpture in Green Malachite Italian Marble, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Magnificent paperweight corn sculpture fully made in green Italian malachite. This stylish and unique piece was made in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing conditions, the Malachite ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Malachite, Marble

Daum France Crystal Dog Basset Paperweight Sculpture
Daum France Crystal Dog Basset Paperweight Sculpture

Daum France Crystal Dog Basset Paperweight Sculpture

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

Daum, France, created this adorable crystal basset hound figurine paperweight or ornamental sculpture by hand in the early 1970s. The sculpture features a lovely dog with dimensional...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

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

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 Marble Egg Paperweight Decorative Object
Italian Marble Egg Paperweight Decorative Object

Italian Marble Egg Paperweight Decorative Object

Located in New York, NY

An Italian marble decorative object or paperweight with an alabaster egg design, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. A great decorative object or desk accessory. Dimensions: 2.69...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Alabaster

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

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Sterling Silver

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

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

GIFTCRAFT - Vintage Studio Glass Paperweight - India - Late 20th Century
GIFTCRAFT - Vintage Studio Glass Paperweight - India - Late 20th Century

GIFTCRAFT - Vintage Studio Glass Paperweight - India - Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

GIFTCRAFT - Vintage studio glass paper-weight - original label on the base - India - late 20th century. Good vintage condition - couple of minor chips to the base - surface scratche...

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Late 20th Century Indian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art 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

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

A Grand Tour Micro Mosaic Paperweight, St. Peter's Square Rome - Vatican
A Grand Tour Micro Mosaic Paperweight, St. Peter's Square Rome - Vatican

A Grand Tour Micro Mosaic Paperweight, St. Peter's Square Rome - Vatican

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

"Micro Mosaic, St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, XIXth Century" 19th century oval Micro-mosaic depicting a panoramic view of the basilica and St. Peter's Square in Rome (Vatican), enclosed in a shaped slate with inset oval plaque. Original Italian Micro Mosaic Grand Tour...

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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Paperweights

Materials

Marble

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

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

Art Deco Desk Sculpture or Paperweight of Dice in Bronze, 1930s
Art Deco Desk Sculpture or Paperweight of Dice in Bronze, 1930s

Art Deco Desk Sculpture or Paperweight of Dice in Bronze, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Small and stylish desk sculpture or paperweight. Despite its smaller size it is rather heavy. It was made in Scandinavia or Germany during the 1920s or 30s. Measurements: W: 9 cm, ...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Fratelli Toso Mid-Century Modern Latticino Swirl Art Glass Paperweight Gold
Fratelli Toso Mid-Century Modern Latticino Swirl Art Glass Paperweight Gold

Fratelli Toso Mid-Century Modern Latticino Swirl Art Glass Paperweight Gold

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare and unique european art glass paperweight. Add a little Mid-Century magic to your desk or display with this stunning Fratelli Toso Murano glass paperweight, crafted in Italy in ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Clear Hand Blown Art Glass Paperweight
Clear Hand Blown Art Glass Paperweight

Clear Hand Blown Art Glass Paperweight

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand-blown, clear, oblong, art glass paperweight features a clear hand-blown center ring with several controlled bubbles atop and below with the faintest hints of orange dash around ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass

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

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

Louis Vuitton Mini Trunk Sculpture – Louis Vuitton Decorative Box VIP Gift
Louis Vuitton Mini Trunk Sculpture – Louis Vuitton Decorative Box VIP Gift

Louis Vuitton Mini Trunk Sculpture – Louis Vuitton Decorative Box VIP Gift

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This very exclusive Louis Vuitton item was designed in winter 2025 for the campaign called " Le Voyage des Lumières". It is an ultra limited edition and was never sold in store as it...

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2010s Chinese Paperweights

Materials

Steel

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

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

Classical Bronze Male Nude Torso Sculpture/Statue
Classical Bronze Male Nude Torso Sculpture/Statue

Classical Bronze Male Nude Torso Sculpture/Statue

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Solid bronze male nudist statue. Classical Greek style sculpture. Unsigned. Would make a wonderful sculpture for desk, office, shelf, etc.       

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19th Century Antique Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

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

Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers
Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers

Ink Bottle with Boar Head and Antlers

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique English brass and crystal inkwell with small horns and brass boar head. Diameter for bottle: 2.38".

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19th Century English Charles II Antique Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Daum Crystal Sulphide Paperweight, Blue Flower Design, France, 1970s
Daum Crystal Sulphide Paperweight, Blue Flower Design, France, 1970s

Daum Crystal Sulphide Paperweight, Blue Flower Design, France, 1970s

By Daum

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This stunning egg-shaped crystal paperweight is made by the legendary French glassmaker 'Daum', and features an incredibly intricate five-petalled violet-blue flower at its centre. K...

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20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

English Purple Amethyst Paperweight Decorative Object
English Purple Amethyst Paperweight Decorative Object

English Purple Amethyst Paperweight Decorative Object

By Webb and Corbett

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful and substantial English 'star' optic purple amethyst and clear crystal paperweight or decorative object, from acclaimed crystal house, Webb Corbett, circa mid to late-20th century, England. This multi-faceted paperweight has a purple/amethyst layer...

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Late 20th Century English Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Art Glass Cattails Paperweight in Blown Glass by Mark Peiser
Art Glass Cattails Paperweight in Blown Glass by Mark Peiser

Art Glass Cattails Paperweight in Blown Glass by Mark Peiser

By Mark Peiser

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mark Peiser Cattails paperweight, 1979 Blown glass and torch-worked imagery Measures: 4.75 x 4.875 x 4.875 inches.

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20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

Pyrite Skull from Peru
Pyrite Skull from Peru

Pyrite Skull from Peru

Located in New York, NY

Peruvian pyrite bust of a human skull. Pyrite was given the name "Fool's Gold" by prospectors having mistaken it for gold in the 19th century. Its current namesake is derived from t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Pyrite

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

Daum Crystal Cat Paperweight Sculpture, France circa 1960
Daum Crystal Cat Paperweight Sculpture, France circa 1960

Daum Crystal Cat Paperweight Sculpture, France circa 1960

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

Daum, France, created this adorable crystal kitty cat figurine paperweight or ornamental sculpture by hand in the late 1960s. The sculpture features a lovely cat with dimensional car...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Sommerso Blown Glass Swan Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Sommerso Blown Glass Swan Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Sommerso Blown Glass Swan Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Roma, IT

Magnificent Murano blown-glass sculpture depicting an elegant pair of swans. This delightful piece was produced in Italy during the 1950s by the mastery of Archimede Seguso. In ama...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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.