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MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Orange Resin by Paola Valle
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Orange Resin by Paola Valle

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Orange Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can cr...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Vintage Villeroy & Boch Clear Glass Panda Bear Paperweight
Vintage Villeroy & Boch Clear Glass Panda Bear Paperweight

Vintage Villeroy & Boch Clear Glass Panda Bear Paperweight

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This vintage Villeroy & Boch paperweight features a delightful sitting panda bear design. The clear glass material is cut-to-clear and gives the paperweight a charming cuddly appearance. This modern original is a perfect addition to any collection of decorative pottery and glassware, and would make a lovely gift for anyone who loves bears...

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1980s German Vintage Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Pearl Resin by Paola Valle
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Pearl Resin by Paola Valle

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Pearl Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can cr...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Tangerine Resin by Paola Valle
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Tangerine Resin by Paola Valle

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Tangerine Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can ...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Paul Stankard “Daylily” Paperweight, 1977
Paul Stankard “Daylily” Paperweight, 1977

Paul Stankard “Daylily” Paperweight, 1977

By Paul Stankard

Located in Norwood, NJ

Privately commissioned in 1977, this studio art glass paperweight by Paul Stankard is titled Daylily and features a finely detailed daylily arranged with cranberry branches and buds....

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1970s American Vintage Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art 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

Vintage Robert Indiana Red Brushed Aluminum Love Paperweight Sculpture, 1970's
Vintage Robert Indiana Red Brushed Aluminum Love Paperweight Sculpture, 1970's

Vintage Robert Indiana Red Brushed Aluminum Love Paperweight Sculpture, 1970's

By Robert Indiana

Located in North Miami, FL

This very rare rendition and small edition of the vintage Robert Indiana love paperweight sculpture is rarely seen version in red brushed aluminum. This may have only been a very sma...

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1970s American Vintage Modern Paperweights

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Aluminum

1980s Silver Plated Metal Partridge Paperweight By Gucci
1980s Silver Plated Metal Partridge Paperweight By Gucci

1980s Silver Plated Metal Partridge Paperweight By Gucci

By Gucci

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Vintage Gucci Italian Metal Bird Desk Ornament or Paperweight This charming desk accessory is a vintage piece of home décor or paperweight by the renowned Italian luxury house, Gucci...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Silver Plate

Caithness Glass Ascension Paperweight by Alastair Macintosh Scotland, Ca 1980
Caithness Glass Ascension Paperweight by Alastair Macintosh Scotland, Ca 1980

Caithness Glass Ascension Paperweight by Alastair Macintosh Scotland, Ca 1980

By Caithness Scotland

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautiful Caithness glass paperweight named "Ascension", designed by Alastair Macintosh and dating to the last quarter of the 20th century. The paperweight has a cone, egg shaped form, having colours including blue swirl with orange net to the centre and medium bubble and smaller controlled bubbles, making a very distinctive design. The Caithness Glass Company began making paperweights circa 1962 Paul Ysart,Colin Terriss,Alistair Macintosh,Margot Thomson Inns Burn where some of Caithness makers designers of Caithness glass paperweights. The makers mark is etched to the base with CAITHNESS ASCENSION SCOTLAND and a scratched edition number alongside as per the images. This paperweight weighs about 500 gram. Caithness glass The company was founded in 1961 by Robin Sinclair and initially only made bowls, vases and drinking glasses. After Paul Ysart joined the company a year later, that paved the weigh for Paperweight production, with regular factory production starting in the late 1960s. In 1974 the first millefiori and lampwork paperweights...

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20th Century Scottish Modern Paperweights

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Blown Glass

Pair of Tiffany "Box and Bow" Porcelain & Crystal Trinket Boxes by Tiffany & Co.
Pair of Tiffany "Box and Bow" Porcelain & Crystal Trinket Boxes by Tiffany & Co.

Pair of Tiffany "Box and Bow" Porcelain & Crystal Trinket Boxes by Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous pair of iconic Tiffany "box with bow" crystal and porcelain trinket boxes by Tiffany & Co. circa 1990's. The pair are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light blue art glass with touches of blue and p...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light to medium green art glass with touches of...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Lalique Frosted Glass Tang Horse Figurine or Paperweight
Vintage Lalique Frosted Glass Tang Horse Figurine or Paperweight

Vintage Lalique Frosted Glass Tang Horse Figurine or Paperweight

By Lalique

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine french glass figurine or paperweight. By Lalique. Designed by Marie-Claude Lalique in the 1980s. In the form of a Tang Dynasty horse with cropped tail and mane. The horse in frosted glass and the rectangular base and negative space (between legs) in clear glass. With an original Lalique Paris sticker and etched "Lalique Ⓡ France" signature. Simply a wonderful Lalique horse...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Modernist Silver Plate Pear Paperweight
Modernist Silver Plate Pear Paperweight

Modernist Silver Plate Pear Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool modernist silver plated pear paperweight / sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is well crafted with a nice weight and in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Paperweights

Materials

Silver Plate

1990s Alfredo Barbini Modern Black Murano Glass Paperweight depicting an Hand
1990s Alfredo Barbini Modern Black Murano Glass Paperweight depicting an Hand

1990s Alfredo Barbini Modern Black Murano Glass Paperweight depicting an Hand

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This paperweight reflects the elegance and modern artistry of 1990s Murano glass while also carrying the signature style of one of the most renowned Venetian glassmakers of the 20th ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Art Deco Crystal Faceted Block Paperweight Vase Desk Accessory
Art Deco Crystal Faceted Block Paperweight Vase Desk Accessory

Art Deco Crystal Faceted Block Paperweight Vase Desk Accessory

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A thick Block of Crystal with a large hole in the center. The faceted piece had a previous life as an ink well, or small container for stamps or a piece like a salt Cellar. The pi...

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20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Strawberry Pink Resin by Paola Valle
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Strawberry Pink Resin by Paola Valle

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Strawberry Pink Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can cr...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Vintage Onyx Paperweight
Vintage Onyx Paperweight

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

Caithness Glass Paperweight Elixir No. 189/500, Scotland Circa 1980s
Caithness Glass Paperweight Elixir No. 189/500, Scotland Circa 1980s

Caithness Glass Paperweight Elixir No. 189/500, Scotland Circa 1980s

By Caithness Scotland

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a glass paperweight named "Elixir", limited edition 189/500, by Caithness Glass, Scotland, made after 1970 in the last quarter of the 20th Century. This is a very attractiv...

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20th Century Scottish Modern Paperweights

Materials

Blown Glass

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

Unique Vintage Art Glass
Unique Vintage Art Glass

Unique Vintage Art Glass

Located in Fairfield, CA

A beautiful vintage art glass featuring a variety of techniques and controlled bubbles to create a unique design.

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Late 20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Strawberry Pink Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
Strawberry Pink Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

Strawberry Pink Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. Our Semi Sphere is a very cool and f...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light green art glass with touches of blue and ...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Crystal Geometric Honeycomb Paperweight or Decorative Object
Crystal Geometric Honeycomb Paperweight or Decorative Object

Crystal Geometric Honeycomb Paperweight or Decorative Object

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful crystal geometric honeycomb style paperweight or decorative object, circa late-20th century. A great decorative object (as shown) and a great piece for a desk, office, li...

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Late 20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Emerald Green Resin by Paola Valle
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Emerald Green Resin by Paola Valle

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Emerald Green Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can ...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Wall Street Dollar Sign and Bull Brass Desk Paperweights
Wall Street Dollar Sign and Bull Brass Desk Paperweights

Wall Street Dollar Sign and Bull Brass Desk Paperweights

Located in New York, NY

A set of Wall Street brass paperweights or decorative objects; a brass dollar sign and bull, circa mid to late-20th century. Great desk accessories. Dimensions: Dollar sign: 2....

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Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Emerald Green Art Glass Ball Sphere Paperweight Decorative Object
Emerald Green Art Glass Ball Sphere Paperweight Decorative Object

Emerald Green Art Glass Ball Sphere Paperweight Decorative Object

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Emerald green art glass ball sphere, in the modern style, with a tropical grass or palm-like design, circa late-20th century. Piece is a ...

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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Orange Pear
Murano Orange Pear

Murano Orange Pear

$476Sale Price|20% Off

Murano Orange Pear

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20Thc Murano glass pear with orange interior. The condition is very good.

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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

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 Vintage Modern Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

White and Clear Marbled Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
White and Clear Marbled Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

White and Clear Marbled Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. Our Semi Sphere is a very cool and f...

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2010s Mexican Modern Paperweights

Materials

Resin

Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather  Desk Accessory 1970's
Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather  Desk Accessory 1970's

Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather Desk Accessory 1970's

By Hermès

Located in Lausanne, CH

Vintage Hermès, Paris, an elegant desk accessory. The paperweight is in the shape of a decimal ruler, silver-plate with detachable black leather tab. Made circa 1975, signed.

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1970s French Vintage Modern Paperweights

Materials

Silver Plate

Crystal Paperweight Octagonal Glass Pillar
Crystal Paperweight Octagonal Glass Pillar

Crystal Paperweight Octagonal Glass Pillar

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Crystal Glass Modern Paperweight Octagonal Pillar unmarked 7.75 L x 2.25 diameter Preowned vintage unrestored condition. One scuff -scratch present, hard to see, must be mentioned. R...

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Late 20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights
Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights

Collection of Six Glass Multicolored Paperweights

Located in London, GB

These glass paperweights are wonderful decorative pieces which will make perfect desk accessories or collectables. The paperweights are all slightly different in their shape and ...

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20th Century French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight

Agate Onyx Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: length 4.25 inches, width 3.25 inches, height 2 inches This piece makes for a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights

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Stone

Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight
Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight

Onyx Marble Decorative Object Paperweight

Located in New York, NY

A polished onyx decorative object paperweight, a tetradecagon shape, in brown and tan hues, in the Modern style, Post-Modern period, circa 1970s. A great piece for a desk, library, s...

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Late 20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Onyx

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

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Art Glass

Josh Simpson Handmade Art Glass Planet or Planetoid Marble with Acrylic Stand
Josh Simpson Handmade Art Glass Planet or Planetoid Marble with Acrylic Stand

Josh Simpson Handmade Art Glass Planet or Planetoid Marble with Acrylic Stand

By Josh Simpson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine art glass marble. By Josh Simpson. With an Earth-colored planetoid inside a glass marble. With a conforming acrylic stand. Simply a wonderful art glass marble! Date: La...

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20th Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage IBM Personal Computer Desk Caddy with Original Box, circa 1980s
Vintage IBM Personal Computer Desk Caddy with Original Box, circa 1980s

Vintage IBM Personal Computer Desk Caddy with Original Box, circa 1980s

By IBM, Paul Rand

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage desktop accessory caddy produced by IBM for the promotion of its Personal Computer line, featuring a charming miniature workstation design with monitor, CPU, and keyboard for...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Paperweights

Materials

Plastic

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight

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

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Stone

Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980
Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980

Large Vintage Floral & Bubble Studio Glass Paperweight - Italy - Circa 1980

Located in Chatham, ON

Large vintage art glass floral and bubble paperweight - hand made - mouth blown - featuring a striking white lily to the center with green stem and leaves near the base - polished fi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Italian modern round doorstop in multicolor Murano glass, 1980s
Italian modern round doorstop in multicolor Murano glass, 1980s

Italian modern round doorstop in multicolor Murano glass, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern round doorstop in multicolor Murano glass, 1980s Round Murano glass doorstop. The glass is made of multicolored rods. It features a shallow bowl in the center. It can ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Millefiori Murano Glass Paperweight, Hand Blown, Italy, 1960s Design
Millefiori Murano Glass Paperweight, Hand Blown, Italy, 1960s Design

Millefiori Murano Glass Paperweight, Hand Blown, Italy, 1960s Design

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Millefiori Italian art glass paperweight Beautiful glass art paperweight in millefiori design in various shades of blues, red and white, accenting the close concentric complex. Mur...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights

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Glass

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

VALLETTA GLASS - Marbleized Paperweight Vase/Candle Holder - Malta - Circa 2000
VALLETTA GLASS - Marbleized Paperweight Vase/Candle Holder - Malta - Circa 2000

VALLETTA GLASS - Marbleized Paperweight Vase/Candle Holder - Malta - Circa 2000

Located in Chatham, ON

VALLETTA GLASS (Manufacturer) - PAUL SAID (Owner/Designer) - Vintage Maltese studio glass paperweight vase or candle holder - featuring a striking combination of multicolor marbleize...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maltese Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Modern paperweights for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern paperweights for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern paperweights made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original paperweights, popular names associated with this style include Paola Valle, Flensted Mouritzen, VG design and laboratory department, and Caithness Scotland. 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 $53 and tops out at $3,500 while the average work can sell for $343.