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Material: Metal
Charming Acrylic Painting "Le Bonheur à Portée de Main" Signed Mystery - 2Y572
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Delight in the subtle charm of this acrylic painting titled "Le Bonheur à Portée de Main," skillfully created and signed by the artist Mystery. Featuring an animal-themed composition...
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20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

R M Evans Signed Limited Edition Bronze Wall Relief Plaque Sculpture Lone Buck
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully crafted and intricately detailed relatively large bronze wall relief plaque sculpture by American artist R. M. Evans. The work titled "Lone Buck" features a solitary de...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

"Caught in the Frame » / A Folk Art Metal Wall Piece by Bernie
Located in Pasadena, CA
A tin house, its structure cold and raw. A gaping hole at its center, like an explosion. Inside, two pink figures, nude and stunned. Their round eyes, mouths agape—surprise, unease, ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Metal Folk Art

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Sheet Metal

20th C Cast Iron Cat Boot Scrape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C cast iron cat boot scrape.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Metal Folk Art

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Iron

Folk Art Painted Document Box 19th Century American
Located in Hudson, NY
A spectacular and fine, painted and stenciled, pine documentbox. The original blue paint having turned a dark green over time with the varnished finish, typical of Boston pieces. Yo...
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Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

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Brass

American White Pine Decorative Floral Painted Blanket Chest , NY, Circa 1819
Located in Charleston, SC
American White Pine hand painted floral blanket chest with original wrought iron strap hinges, interior till, and locking mechanism with key. New York,...
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1810s American American Colonial Antique Metal Folk Art

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Wrought Iron

Antique Boule Ball "7", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain. First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements. The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player. Antique boules...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

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Metal

Molten Bronze Casted Sculpture "Andromeda Bronze Sculpture"
Located in Shelby Twp, MI
This sculpture is made of bronze that has been casted to create a modern piece of art that will fit in a modern space. This piece emphasizes the raw look of molten bronze. This is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Metal Folk Art

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Bronze

Mid-19th Century Gutta Percha Box with Photo's & Contemporary Notes on Genealogy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-19th century Gutta Percha Box with photo's and contemporary notes on Genealogy Fantastic mid-19th century gutta percha box with standing figures and a horse. Gutta Percha b...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Metal Folk Art

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Other

Collectible Toy, Concorde 1 Plane, 1970s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Collectible toy - Concorde 1 plane - 1970s Electric guided Joustra Edition Measures: L 59 x P 27 x H 13 cm Sheet metal and plastic Circa 1970 C...
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1970s French Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

19th Century Firedogs, Figural Andirons, Musketeer, Cast Iron, 29 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Pair of andirons with a bust of a french "Mousquetaire". France, 1880-1900. Solid iron in good condition according to its age. Firedogs are used as a holder for firewood in a firepl...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Pair of Trench Art Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful and thought provoking pair of early 20th century American Trench Art candlesticks made from the spent brass casings of naval artillery shells.
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1940s American Folk Art Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Large Glazed Stoneware Screen Composed of 84 Modular Elements, Anne Barrès, 2010
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large glazed stoneware screen composed of 84 modular elements by Anne Barrès. 2010. Unique piece. Can be displayed both indoors and outdoors. H : 95.5’ x 93.7’ inches (claustr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaux Arts Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Grey Iron Facade Letter C , 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “C” was made during the 1970s in Italy and comes from an old advertising banner. The weight of the letter is 1,5 kg.
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1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Iron Shoemakers Shop Sign
Located in Buisson, FR
Original riveted sheet iron shoemakers shop sign. Unique find, France, circa 1800-1850. Traces of red paint visible. Weathered.
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19th Century French Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Indian Hand Painted Brass Figural Gauri Head Sculpture Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of antique Indian hand-painted figural brass head religious sculptures. Hand-crafted in the Maharashtra or Karnataka region of India in the late 19th / early 20th century, d...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Metal Folk Art

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Brass

19th C Handheld Muffin Bell Town Crier Fire Alarm Bell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 19th C handheld muffin bell town crier fire alarm bell. The bell features two Brass domes mounted back to back with iron, a turned wood handle, and a b...
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Folk art carved walking stick depicting a German Shepherd dog, Germany 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Folk art walking stick: carved wooden handle depicting a German Shepherd dog’s head, sulphur glass eyes, bone teeth. Hawthorn wood shaft and metal ferrule. Silver gilt ring. Germany ...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Metal Folk Art

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Metal

Two Hunting Dogs Bronze Sculpture
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a bronze sculpture of two hunting dogs. One dog is depicted with his nose to the ground, having caught the scent of the hunt. The other dog p...
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20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Brutalist Hand-Made Iron Sculpture by M. Di Giovanni, Italy 1970s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. It is made in iron entirely worked by hand. This sculptural panel of great scenographic impact unfortunately it is not signed but it is certainly by M. Di Gio...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Miguel Berrocal, "Homage to Arcimboldo," 1976-1979 exh. 870/1000
Located in Rivoli, IT
Beautiful puzzle sculpture signed by Miguel Berrocal (Spain 1933-2005).This three-dimensional puzzle is entitled "Homage To Arcimboldo," the 16th-century Italian painter. This scul...
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1970s Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Spelter Still Bank "Seated Cat with a Bow" German, circa 1920
Located in Incline Village, NV
The term "spelter" refers to a zinc/lead metal compound used to pour and make castings. Because of the thinness of the castings there is great detail to the subject matter of these banks. Spelter banks...
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1920s German Folk Art Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Spelter

Ironwood Root Carved War Club
Located in London, GB
Gunstock shaped war club ‘Sali’. Ironwood root carved with traditional motifs. An excellent example, mounted on a custom stand in patinated bronze. Measure...
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1980s Fijian Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

"Brookfield Rye" Tin Advertising Sign, American, circa 1901
By The Meek Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
Beautiful semi-nude woman with translucent negligee, holding a bottle of "Brookfield Rye" whiskey is the focal point of this chromolithographic tin advertising sign, used to promote ...
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Early 1900s American Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

Collection of 4 Vases Moor Head, Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

German Majolica Wire Basket Plate, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely German wire basket aqua plate with swallows, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s German Country Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Wire

Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Se Poster Se Déplacer - 2Y206
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This rare piece of militaria history features a vintage military training film housed in its original metal box from the Établissement Cinématographique et Photographique des Armées ...
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20th Century French Empire Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Iron Stick
Located in Boden, SE
An old antique swedish 18th century iron candlestick . Very charming and solid. The candlestick is called "Stumpastake" in swedish. These were good when you wanted to take advanta...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

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Iron

Hand Carved Volk Art Box with Mermaid & Brass Intarsia, Warsaw
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The fish-women or mermaid has been a symbol of the City of Warsaw, Poland since 1622. This box made around the beginning of the 20th century has a lot going on. Brass inlay 3 x W for...
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Early 1900s Polish Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

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Brass

19thc Original Red Painted Bucket W/ Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed & dated 1848 -WP original water bucket with the original wood handle.This hand made folky bucket has metal bands which keeps it tight together.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century (Maybe 17th?) Tripod Pot Stand, Cast Iron, France
Located in Greven, DE
Antique pot rack, handmade of iron. France, 19th century / maybe 17th century. Solid iron in good condition according to its age. In the 19th century...
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

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Iron

Set of 2 Latin American Antique Folk Art Tea Spoons
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Handmade antique folk art tea spoons. Featuring beautiful motifs inspired by the indigenous worldview and spirituality, these vintage folk art spoons embody Latin America’s rich cultural heritage. The engraving details on the tea spoons are superb, showcasing intricate patterns and designs that are characteristic of Bolivian folklore art. By seamlessly merging beauty, practicality, and history, these engraved...
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20th Century Bolivian Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Silver, Nickel

Hubley Original Painted Stage Coach Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing original aged stage coach door stop has amazing untouched patina. It is in fine condition.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Boot Jack Made for 1864 Presidential Campaign of George McClellan
Located in York County, PA
CAST IRON BOOT JACK, MADE FOR THE 1864 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OF GENERAL GEORGE B. MC CLELLAN, WITH A FANTASTIC SLOGAN THAT READS "THE UNION AT ALL HAZZARDS" Made for the 1864 presidential run of George B. McClellan, this cast iron bootjack is both rare and graphically exceptional. Displaying the original black-painted surface, with attractive and desirable patina, the stylized profile has a wonderful folk art quality. Molded block letters that wrap around the heel clasp read simply "Gen. Mc Clellan. These are accompanied by a prominent Civil War-associated slogan: "The Union at all Hazards." The text is intermingled with 34 stars, which was equivalent to the number of states during the opening two years of the war, but was one star short by mid-1863 and two stars short by the time of the actual election in 1864. It's not unusual to encounter this feature in civil war campaign parade flags as well as all manner of flag-related ephemera. The iron was reportedly cast by G. & D. Cross of Morrisville, New York, though it is unsigned and I have not yet verified the attribution. I have seen two other examples, one of which had a broken and repaired tine on the U-shaped horns and newly painted surface, while the other appeared to have broken lifters and inferior, rusted patina. This is, hands-down, the best of the identified examples. Brief History of the 1864 Campaign: President Abraham Lincoln had a checkered relationship with his 1864 opponent, who he had formerly chosen as General-in-Chief of the entire Union Army. The career officer repeatedly knocked heads with his Commander-in-Chief. Having raised a well-trained and organized military force, McClellan often seemed reluctant to use it. By 1862, after losses in Virginia during the Peninsula Campaign, Lincoln grew frustrated with McClellan and the progression of the war and removed him from command. By the early part of 1864 the American people shared some of the same frustrations and Lincoln was no longer the clear choice for the White House. The nation was tired of war and the remains of the Democratic Party...
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1860s American Antique Metal Folk Art

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Iron

Antique Wrought Iron Eel Fork Mounted on to a Basalt Rock
Located in Søborg, DK
A wrought iron eel fork from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and a functional piece of art. Who ever made this made an extra effort to not just make ...
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18th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Vintage Yellow Iron Facade Letter Š, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “Š” was made during the 1960s in former Czechoslovakia and comes from an old inscription POŠTA. In czech language Post Office. The weight of th...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

French Tole Flowers Bunch Decoration, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
Interesting French tole decoration bunch of flowers in a basket, maybe a dummy board.
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1940s French Folk Art Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tôle

Early 20th Century Folk Art Wrought Iron Weathervane With Rooster
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Folk Art Wrought Iron Weathervane With Rooster. 37 1/2 inches wide by 42 inches tall by 1 inch deep good old, crusty yellow paint on one side.. age appropriate where
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Early 20th Century American Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Collection of 2 Moor Heads "Pop Women", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hungarian Woven Wire Bottle, 1960
Located in Vienna, Austria
Vintage woven wire decorated wine bottle. The pattern and technique are based on traditional basket weaving. The results after many hours of work, is a un...
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1960s Hungarian Other Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Wire

Brutalist Hanging Wall Sculpture by Bill Heise, Found Objects
Located in Buffalo, NY
Brutalist hanging wall sculpture by Bill Heise. Found objects, hand executed from found objects, welded The pieces are crafted from turn-of-the-century farm equipment collected from the fields of Vermont, maritime parts salvaged from around the Bay Area, and railroad components, antique tools, and other vintage metal found throughout America. The delicate lines and whimsical nature of Heise sculptures often defy the rugged origins of each component part. Railroad spikes, plough discs, pitchforks, shovel blades, and a myriad of other parts are transformed into birds in flight, cows out to pasture, tropical fish, and a variety of other wildlife forms. And there's always an interesting story behind each piece, be it the eighty something farmer who helped me retrieve equipment from the "back forty," frozen hands from digging a hay rake...
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Steel

Warrior ax, adze from the Fang tribe, Gabon, 19th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
An warior axe from the Fang tribe (Gabon) with a rich aged using patina from the 19th century Totally uncleaned blade Length wooden handle 49 cm, iron blade 15.5 x 10.5 cm Tribal pat...
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19th Century Gabonese Tribal Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Cast Iron Red Bus w/Passengers by Kenton ca. 1930's
By Kenton
Located in Petaluma, CA
This wonderful bus was made by the Kenton Co. The passengers really add to the look. Generally nice condition with the tired in good order and most of all really good paint. Origina...
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1930s American Other Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Collection of 2 Moor Heads "Mars x 2", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Original Mexican Retablo "Exvotos" Oil on Tin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950.We offer this original exvoto. Votive paintings in Mexico go by several names in Spanish such as “ex voto,” “retablo” or “lámina,” which refer to their purpose, place oft...
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1950s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

19th Century Original Painted "Elma" Coffee Grinder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This silver-grey original painted tin coffee grinder in fantastic as found condition. This has the original crank.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

"Grape Nuts" Self Framed Tin Sign, circa 1912
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Grape Nuts" self framed tin sign is one of the most sought after advertising signs by collectors, especially in this near mint condition with bright colors...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited 13/250
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited Edition 13/250 on Wooden Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 7.5" W x 7.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Antique 20th Century Silver-Plated Serving Tray by WMF - 2Y535
Located in Bordeaux, FR
I am offering this elegant antique silver-plated serving tray by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), a beautifully crafted piece from the 20th century, originating in Germany. Perfect for serving or display, this tray combines functionality and vintage charm, making it ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique tableware. Key Details: Material: Silver-plated metal Dimensions: Height: 2.5 cm (1 inch) Diameter: 31 cm (12.2 inches) Weight: 610 g (1.34 lbs) Condition: Fairly good: Some wear and oxidation Several scratches Decorative motifs slightly faded in places Minor damage on the underside Missing one label This WMF tray...
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20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique 20th Century Pretty Guéridon Table with Vallauris Tile Floral - 2Y532
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming antique guéridon table from the 20th century features a decorative Vallauris ceramic tile with a beautiful floral motif. The table’s compact dimensions of 54 cm (21.3 i...
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20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

American 19th Century Handcrafted “CHERUBS" Aesthetic Walnut Serving Cabinet
Located in South Burlington, VT
Aesthetic walnut serving cabinet, “Cherubs”, with 20 finely incised inlaid panels This is an original and beautiful handcrafted and hand incised wa...
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Steel Found Objects Brutal Wall Sculpture by Bruce Gray
Located in Denton, TX
A mixture of nuts and bolts and scrap metal with gears welded together to make this Brutalist sculpture a real show stopper Bruce Gray known for his art in many museums and private ...
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20th Century American Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Steel

Bronze Glazed Stoneware Bust 'Mathilda' Probably Sweden, circa 1940s
Located in Melbourne, AU
An exquisite and mysterious portrait bust has come into our possession. Her name is Mathilda. The bust has been sculpted from earthenware clay and fired with a Bronze glaze. Given...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Vintage Red Iron Facade Letter N, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “n” was made during the 1970s in France and comes from an old advertising banner. The weight of the letter is 0,7 kg.
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1970s French Industrial Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Side Table of Chestnut with Carved Lyre Base Form, Spain
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Museum quality Console or side table of chestnut with carved lyre base and forged iron Stretcher, Spanish 18th century. It is a beautiful jewel, worthy of any museum Top of the ta...
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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique American Art Deco Early Frigidaire Metal Advertising Sign
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce, likely one-of-a-kind, antique American Frigidaire enameled metal advertising sign, early 20th century, period Art Deco styling, the sign reads: "See Arkadelphia Hardware Co...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Metal Folk Art

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Metal, Enamel

Antique "USS Sea Dog US401" Sign
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
HIstorical USS Sea Dog (SS-401/AGSS-401) was a Balao-class submarine in the United States Navy. She was the first ship to be named for the dogfish, a small shark of the North Atlanti...
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Early 20th Century American Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Vintage Toy Soldier Waving Wire Statue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming Mid-Century toy soldier statue in a bronze finish is waving and on springs so playfully bounces around and sways. He would make an amazing...
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

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