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Style: American Classical
Iron Horse Bit Sculpture Paperweight
By Hermès, Gucci
Located in Round Top, TX
Unique handmade twisted iron Gucci-style horse bit paperweight or sculpture. This piece is fully hinged and can be easily wall-displayed for a clean form piece in a textured, rustic ...
Category

Late 20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Iron Horse Bit Sculpture Paperweight
Iron Horse Bit Sculpture Paperweight

Iron Horse Bit Sculpture Paperweight

$250
Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze
Located in Buchanan, MI
A collection of table ornaments, cut crystal gilt bronze 19th and 20th century, priced per item. Height of tallest 20 1/4 inches.
Category

19th Century English Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze
Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze

Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze

$375 / item
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Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique addition to your desk. This beautiful horse bust rests on a marble base making it an understated elegant part of your décor. The base i...
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1970s French Vintage American Classical Paperweights

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Marble

Vintage Art Deco Inspired Horse Bust Paperweight
Vintage Art Deco Inspired Horse Bust Paperweight

Vintage Art Deco Inspired Horse Bust Paperweight

$120 Sale Price
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H 4.5 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell Depicting a bronze sleeping cherub lying on a gilt bronze settee, opening up to two ink holders. Details: Height – 4 in...
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Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell
Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell

Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell

$1,750
H 4 in W 6.5 in D 3 in
Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Crystal Inkwell with stopper is a beautiful decorative object. The Inkwell is hexagonal and it is in good condition. Light oxidation at the base of the stopper.
Category

20th Century Italian American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century
Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century

Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century

$413
H 4.34 in Dm 3.94 in
Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell
Located in Greven, DE
Faceted Amethyst Glass Inkwell with Brass Lid Origin: France Material: glass, brass Date: circa 1900 Dimensions: H × D: approx. 6 × 12 cm Description: Low, circular inkwell with a...
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell
Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell

Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell

$567
H 2.37 in Dm 4.73 in
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

$5,000
H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell
By L'Escalier de Cristal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French Crystal and Bronze Mounumental Inkwell. Signed. Escalier de Cristal Paris.
Category

19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell
19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell

$6,500
H 6.75 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973
By Baccarat
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Baccarat paperweight features complex patterned millefiori set around a large horse silhouette cane, with smaller animal silhouette canes placed on a white lace background. ...
Category

1970s French Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso

Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973
Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973

Baccarat Paperweight with Millefiori and Horse Gridel Silhouette, 1973

$450
H 2.37 in Dm 3.15 in
Stylized Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous stylized frog sculpture / paperweight by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity. Signed on the unders...
Category

Late 20th Century French American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

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

Stylized Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

$260 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 2.75 in W 3.25 in D 4.5 in
Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute vintage Murano hand blown opalescent green, blue with controlled bubbles Italian art glass horse head paperweight / sculpture. Documented to the F...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass

Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture
Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture

Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture

$335 Sale Price
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H 5 in Dm 3.5 in
A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th-20th century neoclassical revival style ebonized wood and figural silver plated mounted plateau Surtout de Table centerpiece...
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Early 1900s French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Wood

A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece
A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece

A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece

$9,850 Sale Price
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H 5.25 in W 26 in D 22 in
Solid Carved Malchite Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Very heavy Solid carved Malchite head sculpture Paperweight.
Category

1950s Beninese Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Malachite

Solid Carved Malchite Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Solid Carved Malchite Head Sculpture or Paperweight

Solid Carved Malchite Head Sculpture or Paperweight

$425 Sale Price
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H 4.73 in W 1.19 in D 1.58 in
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
Inkwell in gilded bronze and crystal from the second half of the 19th century Original gilding in perfect condition 19th century, Napoleon III 8.2 x 10.6 cm, total height 8.2 cm
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

$574
H 3.23 in W 3.23 in D 4.18 in
Previously Available Items
Vintage Brass Football Paperweight
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage brass American football paperweight or decorative sport memorabilia. Large and heavy. Great football sculpture in cast brass, football trophy...
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Football Paperweight
Vintage Brass Football Paperweight

Vintage Brass Football Paperweight

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in L 4.5 in
Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Italian silver and enamel paperweight -Vesubio- Memory of the eruption of Vesuvius Naples 1839 perfect condition Sealed Italian Palata 935 Weight 235 grams Goldsmith G Petochi...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Silver

Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio
Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio

Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio

H 0.52 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog
By John Terken
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage John Terken (American, 1912-1993) solid bronze sculpture of a prize terrier with a terrific varied, warm, circa mid 20th century. Signed at one side of base "John Terken, (an...
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog
John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog

John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog

H 4.25 in W 4.5 in D 1.88 in

American Classical paperweights for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Classical paperweights for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage paperweights created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bronze, crystal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Classical paperweights made in a specific country, there are England, Europe, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for paperweights differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $375 and tops out at $375 while the average work can sell for $375.

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