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Period: 1980s
Vintage Italian Decorative Wood Box 1980s
Vintage Italian Decorative Wood Box 1980s

Vintage Italian Decorative Wood Box 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Vintage Italian Decorative Wood Box from the 1980s is a beautifully crafted box with intricate woodwork, originating from Italy. Adorned with t...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Tessellated Faux Horn & Wood Round Box
Tessellated Faux Horn & Wood Round Box

Tessellated Faux Horn & Wood Round Box

Located in Stamford, CT

Round tessellated faux horn box with wood lining. No makers mark or signature

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American Tribal Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars Urns Koi Fish Painted
Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars Urns Koi Fish Painted

Pair Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars Urns Koi Fish Painted

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Striking pair of Chinese porcelain ginger jars with covers Decorated in classic blue and white palette throughout Each featuring large koi fish swimming amongst aquatic plants and fl...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Sasak Lombok Pumpkin Container in Glazed Terracotta
Vintage Sasak Lombok Pumpkin Container in Glazed Terracotta

Vintage Sasak Lombok Pumpkin Container in Glazed Terracotta

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A substantial pumpkin jar in glazed earthenware. Hand-crafted by Sasak on the Island of Lombok in Indonesia circa 1980-90. It has this characteristic 'red'ish' brown glaze with black...

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Indonesian Art Deco Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

A Signed Vintage Curtis Jere Tree Branch Sculpture Butterflies 1983
A Signed Vintage Curtis Jere Tree Branch Sculpture Butterflies 1983

A Signed Vintage Curtis Jere Tree Branch Sculpture Butterflies 1983

By Curtis Jeré

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A charming tree branch with two butterflies wall sculpture relief by Curtis Jere. Signed and dated 1983. Made of brass, could hang vertically or horizontally. The brass shimmers depe...

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Natalie Surving, b.1938, Ceramic Iguana Temperance Jug Sculpture
Natalie Surving, b.1938, Ceramic Iguana Temperance Jug Sculpture

Natalie Surving, b.1938, Ceramic Iguana Temperance Jug Sculpture

By Natalie Surving

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

To confront her childhood fear of reptiles, Surving sculpted an iguana, which proved to be an epiphany that would lead her to a life of sculpting hyper-realistic reptiles. From minia...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s
Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s

Japanese Porcelain Koi Fish Piggy Bank 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a piggy bank with the shape of a carp/ koi fish. It is made with porcelain and made around 1980s in showa era. It is hand painted and you can use as a decoration. It was made...

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Japanese Showa Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Massimo Iosa Ghini for Argenteria Merano Jug 1989 Design Gallery Milano
Massimo Iosa Ghini for Argenteria Merano Jug 1989 Design Gallery Milano

Massimo Iosa Ghini for Argenteria Merano Jug 1989 Design Gallery Milano

By Massimo Iosa Ghini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A sculptural silver-plated metal "Jug" and matching plate designed by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Argenteria Merano. Produced for Design Gallery Milan in 1989. Maker's mark on underside. ...

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Italian Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Space Age Red Black Vintage Plastic Television Discoverer by Philips Netherlands
Space Age Red Black Vintage Plastic Television Discoverer by Philips Netherlands

Space Age Red Black Vintage Plastic Television Discoverer by Philips Netherlands

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage red and plastic television named discoverer, which was manufactured by Philips, Netherlands, 1980s. Its outstanding shape makes this design piece so fascinating. T...

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Dutch Space Age Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Large Bronze Sculpture by Michael Steiner
Large Bronze Sculpture by Michael Steiner

Large Bronze Sculpture by Michael Steiner

Located in Dallas, TX

Micheal Steiner's 1989 bronze, 'Big Wheels', is a study in tumbled playfulness. At 24 inches high it's low profile allows the viewer the rare opportunity of appreciating a sculpture...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture
Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture

Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture

By Robert Zeidman

Located in Miami, FL

A large sculpture by Robert Zeidman. The geometric shapes are arranged in an upward totemic manner. Name of piece is Celebration II as picture in the accompanying catalog.

Category

American Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Montgomery Smith 1983 Figural Whitewater Canoers Covered Vessel
Montgomery Smith 1983 Figural Whitewater Canoers Covered Vessel

Montgomery Smith 1983 Figural Whitewater Canoers Covered Vessel

Located in New Windsor, NY

An outstanding hand built terracotta covered vessel by Montgomery Smith, Circa 1983. Signed on the bottom, M. Smith, ' 83. The lid depicts two whitewater canoers clearly concentratin...

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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Italian Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Franco Bottaro
Italian Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Franco Bottaro

Italian Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Franco Bottaro

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1980’s Italian Murano glass large bull sculpture by Franco Bottaro. Hand blown with clear and smoky glass. Signed Bottaro Murano. Measurements: 11.5” Wide, 5.5” Deep, 8.25” High.

Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair Chinese Famille Rose Urns Canton Lidded Vases 4ft 114 CM
Pair Chinese Famille Rose Urns Canton Lidded Vases 4ft 114 CM

Pair Chinese Famille Rose Urns Canton Lidded Vases 4ft 114 CM

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Pair of Chinese famille rose lidded baluster vases Good size at almost four feet tall - 114 CM Elegant pair of porcelain vases of classic baluster form with domed covers Finely decor...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Steven Maslach Art Glass Vase
Steven Maslach Art Glass Vase

Steven Maslach Art Glass Vase

Located in Fairfield, CA

A beautiful vintage blown art glass by glass artist, Steven Maslach. Gray swirl design to the base with a milky white top. Nice simple cylinder shape. Signed on the base and appears ...

Category

American Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Postmodern Murano glass vase by Ottavio Missoni, Italy
Postmodern Murano glass vase by Ottavio Missoni, Italy

Postmodern Murano glass vase by Ottavio Missoni, Italy

By Ottavio Missoni

Located in Milano, IT

Magnificent multicolored Murano blown glass vase designed by the famous Ottavio Missoni and made in the 1980s, a true masterpiece that embodies the essence of artistic design of the ...

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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France
Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass orange brown dragon by Daum, France. This beautiful sculpture of an orange and brown buddha is made out of art glass. Founded in 1878 in Nancy,...

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French Art Nouveau Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

An authentic postmodern vase by Lindsey B., 1983
An authentic postmodern vase by Lindsey B., 1983

An authentic postmodern vase by Lindsey B., 1983

Located in View Park, CA

An elegant postmodern vase featuring a cloaked figure by Lindsey B., signed, 1983. Tones of snow and licorice. 5” W x 3.25” D x 8.75” H

Category

American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

1980s Postmodern Pink Stoneware Art Pottery Plate
1980s Postmodern Pink Stoneware Art Pottery Plate

1980s Postmodern Pink Stoneware Art Pottery Plate

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1980s modern abstract pink splatter dish decorative stoneware pottery Plate Stamped, difficult to read. 7.38 diameter x 1.5 h Unrestored origin...

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Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Pair of monumental king penguin animal sculptures, ceramics, design, 1980s Italy
Pair of monumental king penguin animal sculptures, ceramics, design, 1980s Italy

Pair of monumental king penguin animal sculptures, ceramics, design, 1980s Italy

Located in Wien, AT

Charming pair of two monumental ceramic sculptures depicting king penguins, made in Italy in the 1980s. These two penguins were crafted by an Italian ceramics manufacturer in northe...

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Italian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Post-Modern Murano Art Glass Vase by Cose Belle, Italy, 1980s Design
Post-Modern Murano Art Glass Vase by Cose Belle, Italy, 1980s Design

Post-Modern Murano Art Glass Vase by Cose Belle, Italy, 1980s Design

By Cose Belle Cose Rare

Located in Valencia, VC

Post-Modern Murano Art Glass Vase, Italy, circa 1980s A strong example of Post-Modern Murano glass from the 1980s, defined by scale, weight, and assertive use of color. The vase fea...

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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Royal Copenhagen Large Porcelain Siamese Cat Figure Model 3281
Royal Copenhagen Large Porcelain Siamese Cat Figure Model 3281

Royal Copenhagen Large Porcelain Siamese Cat Figure Model 3281

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine quality vintage Danish porcelain model of seated Siamese cat by renowned and sought after makers Royal Copenhagen and dating from around 1980. The large, seated cat is beautif...

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Danish Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair French Bronze Candelabras Maiden Regency Classical Gilt
Pair French Bronze Candelabras Maiden Regency Classical Gilt

Pair French Bronze Candelabras Maiden Regency Classical Gilt

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous pair of French gilt and bronze candelabras in the Regency manner Great look to this pair which at just under three feet tall are a good size - 73 CM The ma...

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Regency Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Christian Dior Ceramic Vase, France, 1980s, Sculptural Design, 27.5 cm
Christian Dior Ceramic Vase, France, 1980s, Sculptural Design, 27.5 cm

Christian Dior Ceramic Vase, France, 1980s, Sculptural Design, 27.5 cm

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Rare Ceramic Vase by Christian Dior, France, 1980s A striking and rare ceramic vase by Christian Dior, crafted in France during the 1980s. This exceptional decorative piece showcase...

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French Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

1980's Curtis Jere Brass And Onyx Table Sculpture
1980's Curtis Jere Brass And Onyx Table Sculpture

1980's Curtis Jere Brass And Onyx Table Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré

Located in New York, NY

1980's Curtis Jerè brass with onyx base table sculpture, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use, there is some wear and a few chips to the base.

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Candlesticks with Emerald Stone Inlay
Pair of Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Candlesticks with Emerald Stone Inlay

Pair of Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Candlesticks with Emerald Stone Inlay

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming and sculptural pair of silver-plated candle holders designed and handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico by acclaimed silversmith Emilia Castillo. These whimsical candlesticks featur...

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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

"Hand" wall candlesticks, black ceramic, France, 1980
"Hand" wall candlesticks, black ceramic, France, 1980

"Hand" wall candlesticks, black ceramic, France, 1980

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Hand-shaped wall light. Black ceramic designed and produced in France in the 1980s. It can be used as candlesticks, book rests or simple wall decoration object. It will bring a real ...

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French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Porcelain

'Love Knot' Murano Sculpture by Renato Anatrà, Signed, Italy, 1980's
'Love Knot' Murano Sculpture by Renato Anatrà, Signed, Italy, 1980's

'Love Knot' Murano Sculpture by Renato Anatrà, Signed, Italy, 1980's

By Renato Anatra

Located in Doylestown, PA

Elegant 'Love Knot' abstract sculpture by Renato Anatrà, signed, Italy. Representing eternal love, this graceful sculpture is beautifully hand crafted of clear...

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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Lladro #4854 Porcelain Don Quixote Figurine
Lladro #4854 Porcelain Don Quixote Figurine

Lladro #4854 Porcelain Don Quixote Figurine

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite porcelain figurine, model #4854 by Lladro, was meticulously crafted in Spain circa 1980. Representing the iconic character Don Quixote, it captures the essence of Migu...

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Spanish Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

French Studio Ceramic Vase in the style of Pierre Bayle - Era La Borne Uzan
French Studio Ceramic Vase in the style of Pierre Bayle - Era La Borne Uzan

French Studio Ceramic Vase in the style of Pierre Bayle - Era La Borne Uzan

By Pierre Bayle

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

French Studio Ceramic Vase in the style of Pierre Bayle - Era La Borne Uzan Elegant studio ceramic vase with a rounded, organic silhouette and a richly nuanced glazed surface in war...

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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Pair of head sculptures Franz Hagenauer Werkstatte Hagenauer Wien circa 1981
Pair of head sculptures Franz Hagenauer Werkstatte Hagenauer Wien circa 1981

Pair of head sculptures Franz Hagenauer Werkstatte Hagenauer Wien circa 1981

By Franz Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Klosterneuburg, AT

Pair of head sculptures, Franz Hagenauer, Werkstatte Hagenauer Wien, ca. 1981, marked Beginning in the 1970s, and inspired by his contact with students at the University of Applied ...

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Austrian Jugendstil Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Fitz and Floyd Spotted Dogs Porcelain Trinket Box
Fitz and Floyd Spotted Dogs Porcelain Trinket Box

Fitz and Floyd Spotted Dogs Porcelain Trinket Box

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Fitz and Floyd, a charming porcelain Dalmation trinket box, dating to 1985. Two yellow and black spotted dogs sit atop an oval, green glazed lidded box with metal bracing. The...

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American International Style Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu

Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu

By Toshiko Takaezu

Located in Atlanta, GA

A ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offered by us Tishu Gallery...

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American Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Unique Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff
Large Unique Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff

Large Unique Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff

By Antonio Kieff

Located in Stamford, CT

A large unique bronze sculpture by Antonio Kieff (b. 1936) entitled "Motivo Espanol," dated 1985. The sculpture is also numbered 1 of 1.  

Category

Canadian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Hollywood Regency. Large Post-Modern ceramic vase by Manises, Spain, 1980s
Hollywood Regency. Large Post-Modern ceramic vase by Manises, Spain, 1980s

Hollywood Regency. Large Post-Modern ceramic vase by Manises, Spain, 1980s

By Cerámicas BONDIA, Hispania CH

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Post-Modern large ceramic vase by Manises, Spain, 1980s. Italian influence design. Made of multicolored glazed ceramic on a white background, with gold details that give it a totally...

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Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Ikeda Yoshiro Monumental Ceramic Sculpture
Ikeda Yoshiro Monumental Ceramic Sculpture

Ikeda Yoshiro Monumental Ceramic Sculpture

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Ikeda Yoshiro Monumental ceramic sculpture. The glaze on this large scale work has a patinated copper feel. Has a wonderful feel and scale from all perspectives.

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases design by Lisa Mori, Italy 1980s
Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases design by Lisa Mori, Italy 1980s

Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases design by Lisa Mori, Italy 1980s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

If you're looking to add a striking piece of vintage Italian design to your home, this Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases by Lisa Mori is a must...

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Italian Space Age Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

80s Modern Cream Sphere Vase
80s Modern Cream Sphere Vase

80s Modern Cream Sphere Vase

Located in Fairfield, CA

A vintage 80s ceramic vase. High gloss cream glaze in a simple modern sphere shape.

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Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.
Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.

Sven Wejsfelt for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Sven Wejsfelt (1930-2009) for Gustavsberg. Unique "Stim" fish in glazed ceramics. 1980s. In excellent condition. Label. Dimensions: L 17.0 cm x H 8.0 cm.

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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Hand-Blown Lg Glass Grape Cluster Bunch Green Blue Amber Purple Set of 6
Italian Hand-Blown Lg Glass Grape Cluster Bunch Green Blue Amber Purple Set of 6

Italian Hand-Blown Lg Glass Grape Cluster Bunch Green Blue Amber Purple Set of 6

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a great looking lot of 6 bunches of hand-blown glass grapes in fabulous colors. There are shades of vibrant blue and green golden yellow and rich purple which complement and ...

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Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Bronze Fairey Fishing Statue Elph Goblin Mushroom Casting
Bronze Fairey Fishing Statue Elph Goblin Mushroom Casting

Bronze Fairey Fishing Statue Elph Goblin Mushroom Casting

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Someone report this pixie to elph and safety, sitting on the toadstool in such a manner clearly dangerous! Gorgeous bronze pixe statue sitting atop the magic mushroom What a quirky, ...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Tom Wesselmann Decorative Plate ‘Frozen Tears’ by Rosenthal Germany
Tom Wesselmann Decorative Plate ‘Frozen Tears’ by Rosenthal Germany

Tom Wesselmann Decorative Plate ‘Frozen Tears’ by Rosenthal Germany

By Tom Wesselmann

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Beautiful Tom Wesselmann limited edition plate, signed by the artist himself. Featuring a still life of a frozen tear. The plate is part of Rosenthal Munster Teller collection and is...

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German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Versace For Rosenthal Medusa Crystal Bowl
Versace For Rosenthal Medusa Crystal Bowl

Versace For Rosenthal Medusa Crystal Bowl

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

1980's Gianni Versace designed for Rosenthal crystal decorative bowl with medusa motif, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina due t...

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German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Late 20th Century Porcelain Peint Main Vintage Trio of Trinket Boxes by Limoges
Late 20th Century Porcelain Peint Main Vintage Trio of Trinket Boxes by Limoges

Late 20th Century Porcelain Peint Main Vintage Trio of Trinket Boxes by Limoges

By Limoges

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Beautiful porcelain peint main (hand painted) vintage trio of trinket boxes by Limoges, circa 1980s, With brassware clasps. These unusual pieces are in excellent condition, and jus...

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French Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Fontainebleu, Swiss Made in 1986
Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Fontainebleu, Swiss Made in 1986

Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Fontainebleu, Swiss Made in 1986

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Greven, DE

Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Fontainebleu Switzerland Year of construction 1986 Dimensions: H x W x D: 25 x 20 x 16 cm Description: Atmos calibre 540 in the rare "Fontainebleu" version in a wooden case. Square ring dial with rounded corners. Roman numerals for hours, fine minute track, Breguet hands with counterweights. "SWISS MADE" is printed below the 6. A manufacturer's engraving and the calibre number can be found on the front movement plate. A "Jaeger LeCoultre" imprint can be seen at the bottom right of the front disc. The Atmos Fontainebleu was listed in the collection from 1987. It was available in various versions - with a square or round dial, with a moon phase, with a black lacquered or mahogany case. Although the clock offered here dates from 1986, it was only listed in the 1987 and 1988 catalogues. Ref. 220.030.4 Serial number: 620514 Year of manufacture: 1986. Condition: Freshly overhauled, very good condition of the movement. Flawless case condition. Interesting facts: Generations of inventors have endeavoured to construct a perpetual motion machine - and one after the other was disappointed to discover that their designs did not work. Today we know that it is technically impossible to build a machine that works continuously without consuming energy. Apart from wear and tear, a machine only works as long as it is supplied with energy: Electricity, gas, petrol... Without human intervention and practically without wear and tear, the Atmos does not run without energy consumption, but it is fed by an energy source that can be described as "eternal": It draws its energy from the constant fluctuations in air temperature. The Atmos literally lives from the air. In order to utilise the temperature fluctuations as an energy source, a suitable medium had to be found. The choice fell on ethyl chloride (C2H5Cl) - a substance that dentists know as an anaesthetic. Ethyl chloride has a very high coefficient of thermal expansion between 10 and 27°C, i.e. the volume change is particularly large in this temperature range. The round can...

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Swiss Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Bronze Black Panther Statue Art Deco Cat
Bronze Black Panther Statue Art Deco Cat

Bronze Black Panther Statue Art Deco Cat

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous bronze casting of a large black leopard in the Art Deco style Good size at almost four feet in length Casting is superb, look at how the creatures spots have been rendered...

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Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Lovely Red Vase, Eathenware by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
Lovely Red Vase, Eathenware by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France

Lovely Red Vase, Eathenware by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France

By Hans Hedberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely red vase designed by Hans Hedberg in his studio in Biot. The vase is 18.5 cm (7.4") tall and in excellent condition. Hans Hedberg was both a painter and a ceramicist who r...

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French Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Pop Art Candleholder by Verner Panton, 1980s
Vintage Pop Art Candleholder by Verner Panton, 1980s

Vintage Pop Art Candleholder by Verner Panton, 1980s

By Verner Panton

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Scandinavian pop-art candleholder for tea lights called 'Lightning Stairs'. It is rather rare and it was designed by Verner Panton in 1973. This example is from the 80s and it was ma...

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Danish Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

1982 Danish Finn Lynggard Glass Vase
1982 Danish Finn Lynggard Glass Vase

1982 Danish Finn Lynggard Glass Vase

By Finn Lynggaard

Located in Knebel, DK

1982 studio vase, of glass with polycrom decorations, by Danish glass-maker Finn Lynggaard (1930-2011). Lynggaard studied painting and ceramics at the Royal College of Arts in Copenhagen, graduating in 1955. He shifted first from painting to ceramics, authoring a book on Raku technique, then to glass-making in 1970, and became becoming known as the father of Danish studio glass. In 1985 he and his wife glass artist Tchai Munch...

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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

"Venus" Bronze Sculpture by Erté, 1987
"Venus" Bronze Sculpture by Erté, 1987

"Venus" Bronze Sculpture by Erté, 1987

By Erté

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Venus" sculpture by Erté made with cold-painted bronze depicting a female in elegant couture with bright colors and impeccable details. Signed and d...

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French Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

R & Y Augousti — Shagreen and Wood Sculptural Candleholder
R & Y Augousti — Shagreen and Wood Sculptural Candleholder

R & Y Augousti — Shagreen and Wood Sculptural Candleholder

By R & Y Augousti

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A refined and sculptural candleholder by R & Y Augousti, Paris/London, known for their masterful use of shagreen and sensuous, organic silhouettes. The piece features a volumetri...

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British Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Shagreen

20th Century Vase - Murano Glass - Multicolor Striped Design
20th Century Vase - Murano Glass - Multicolor Striped Design

20th Century Vase - Murano Glass - Multicolor Striped Design

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Striking Murano-style glass vase featuring a vibrant palette of orange, green, yellow, red, and black in a swirling striped pattern. The piece showcases excellent craftsmanship, with...

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Italian Modern Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Original jet engine or turbine window (blade) on a thick solid Oak stand .
Original jet engine or turbine window (blade) on a thick solid Oak stand .

Original jet engine or turbine window (blade) on a thick solid Oak stand .

By Rolls Royce

Located in Den Haag, NL

Stunning Men Cave or Desk accessory . Original jet engine or turbine window (blade) on a thick solid Oak stand . turbine blade from a jet engine (such as a Boeing 737-800 or Rolls R...

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American Streamlined Moderne Vintage 1980s Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel