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Material: Copper
English Copper Pot with Brass Handles & Paw Feet, Ca. 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Copper Pot with Brass Handles & Paw Feet, Ca. 1890
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1890s European Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Silver-Plated Serving Utensils by Emilia Castillo, Mexico 1980's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining experience with these exquisite Silver-Plated Serving Utensils designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by renowned Mexican artisan Emilia Castillo. These stun...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

Materials

Silver, Copper

Japanese Connoisseurs Collection Fine Antique Smoking Pipes Kiseru
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare one-of-a-kind collection Japanese Connoisseurs Collection of Five (5) Fine Antique Smoking Pipes, Kiseru. You dont need to be a conn...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Copper Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Gold, Sterling Silver, Copper

Antique English Wedgwood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 English copper chandelier with Wedgwood porcelain plaques. Measurements: Drop: 26" Diameter: 16"
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Early 1900s English Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Anglo Indian Burnt Bamboo and Mirror/Hat Hooks and Umbrella Stand
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1773 Burnt bamboo hall rack with mirror/hat hooks and umbrell holder with copper pan
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1960s Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Napking Ring
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji Era copper and enamel napkin ring. circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The ware is enameled with polychrome floral, and foliage patterns made in...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Copper Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts period strap-hinge sideboard, credenza, buffet server, or bar cabinet By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Quartersawn oak, with original ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Copper Furniture

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Copper

Signed Curtis Jere 3-D Brass Copper Flower Cart Sculpture Circa 1960's
Located in West Chester, PA
Original Curtis Jere 3-D Brass Copper Flower Cart Sculpture Circa 1960's Signed with brass tag on edge of base as well as original label on bottom.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Casa Devall 2-Tier Copper Brass Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Casa DeVall 2-Tier Copper & Brass Brutalist Metal Sunburst Wall Sculpture Magnificent, Focal, Large, Two-Tiered Sunburst Wall Sculpture, Hand signed by the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

French Copper Pot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sizable antique copper pot, equipped with a forged iron handle that can be used to suspend the vessel over a fire. The pot has a hammered exterior that g...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Copper Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

Swedish Outdoor Wall Lamps in Copper by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
These stunning outdoor wall lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson are a rare find for fans of mid-century modern design. The Swedish designer was known for his high-quality and innovative lig...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper

Large Curtis Jere Mixed Metal Wall Hanging
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A visually engaging and highly versatile pair of wall sculptures by Curtis Jere, produced by Artisan House in 2003. Each piece features an arrangement of open, squared metal forms in...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper, Enamel, Steel

Sergio Bustamante Sculpture of Toucan on Hanging Perch
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this toucan sculpture by Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, circa 1960 made in brass and copper with fantastic patina. Present some details.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Cubic3 Dutch Design Table or Desk Lamp "Nachtschade", Nightshade Plants Inspired
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, adjustable and rotational, stylized plant table lamp, from 1987. This rare and interesting table lamp is number 65 of a limited edition of only 100 and one of the others is in the famous Dutch "Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen". Illuminate your workspace with "Nightshade", the innovative desk lamp that blends functionality with botanical beauty. Crafted by hand this adjustable lamp brings a touch of artisanal charm to your desk or sidetable. Designers Ton Hoogerwerf en Gerwen van Vulpen must have been inspired by this particular group / family of plants (a family that grows particularly well in the night and in the shade, hence the name Night-shade) and the result of their design ideas has become a collector's item at home and abroad. Obviously for a lamp to have such a design and such a name makes this work of lighting art a true result of fresh creativity. The bottom part represents the flower pot, then the stem with the leaves and at the end the flower with the bulb as a stamen. Cubic 3 Design...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Organic Modern Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Nickel

MOORISH Mosque Chandelier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Beautiful mosque lamp from the 19th century. with its original chains and canopy. With the perforation in the metal the light radiates in the room.
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1890s African Moorish Antique Copper Furniture

Materials

Copper

Japanese Antique Wooden Brazier/Hibachi Brazier/1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese brazier. It is made of zelkova wood and is thought to date back to the Meiji period. It features the strong grain of zelkova...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Primitive Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

19th C Hollow Body Eagle Weather Vane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19th c patinaed eagle weather vane was found in New England. The iron base is a custom made stand. The condition is very good on this ear...
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper, Iron

Antique Fritz Jorg Switzerland Made Copper and Steel Ice Climbing Axe
Located in Atlanta, GA
A great ice axe that was made by the renown blacksmith Fritz Jörg in the small area of Zweilütschinen in the Interlaken-Oberhasli district. One side of the head is inscribed with “F. JORG ZWEILUTSCHINEN BERNER OBERLAND”. It has a wonderful patina that only comes with age. It features its a solid wooden shaft, curved adze and a traditional shaped spike. A wonderful old wooden ice axe from the heart of the Swiss Alps to add that extra decoration touch to your home or mountain lodge...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Copper Furniture

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Copper, Steel

Large Pair of Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Enameled Vases
Located in Norton, MA
Quality work, large pair of Chinese bronze cloisonné enameled vases depicting the scene of florals on a yellow ground with vivid colors of green, red, blue, and white. The items are ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Copper Furniture

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Copper

Pair Antique Vintage Edwardian Satin Opaline Milk Glass Ceiling Pendants Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful pair of Edwardian satin opaline ceiling pendants with floral decoration, England circa 1910. - Lovely bulbous shape to the opaline glass and decorative detail to the un...
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Early 20th Century British Copper Furniture

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Copper

Japanese Lacquer Writing Box, Suzuribako, Edo Period, 18th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An exceptionally fine and unusual Japanese lacquer writing implements box, suzuribako, in the form of a zither, koto, Edo Period, 18th century, Japan. With a modern wood storage box,...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Copper Furniture

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Gold, Silver, Copper

Signed Paolo De Poli Italian (Rame Smaltato) Modernist Enamel on Copper Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large modernist bowl. In copper and enamel. By Paolo de Poli. the world-renowned Italian enameller and painter. The interior decorated in black and red enamels and the exte...
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20th Century Italian Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

20th Century Antique Chinese Cloisonne Vase
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent Chinese Antique Cloisonne vase was hand made from gold copper with cloisonne. It has detailed cloisonne works of Crane, Pine...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Copper Furniture

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Patchwork Hanging Shelf Console Table & Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul Evans studio floating shelf and mirror set circa early 1970's. It features copper, bronze and pewter cladding in a patchwork design. Console shelf measures 60 x 13 x 6.5 inches ...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Copper Furniture

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Slate, Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Double-Sided Spindle Coffee Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style two-tier spindle coffee table with double-sided drawers that pull out on each side of the table. By...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Copper Furniture

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Copper

Mid-20th Century Luxor Swiss 8-Day Movement Bronze Table Clock with Marine Motif
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Modern Luxor Swiss 8-day movement bronze table clock with marine motif By: Luxor Material: bronze, copper, metal, glass, crystal Technique: cast, molded, metalwork,...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Large 18th Century Repousse Baroque Ecclesiastical Carta Gloria, Venetian
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This original 18th century frame is silver gilded over copper. It is elaborately embossed and chiseled. The cartouche is surrounded by rocaille and volute motifs. The Carta is mounte...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper, Silver Leaf

Live edge Maple and aged copper coffee table
Located in Vancouver, BC
This beautiful live edge maple slab coffee table is unique in the three copper legs that support it. One end is held up by a curved sheet of 1...
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2010s Canadian Copper Furniture

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Copper

Lifetime Furniture Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Double Bookcase, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period double bookcase cabinet By Lifetime Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass front doors, and original ...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Sisal and Teak Table Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very rare table lamp from the 1960s. The design is very unusual. The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light. Condition: Very good vin...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

A Pair of Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases with Iris's
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of large antique Japanese copper vases with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period,The vases have a rounded body, pronounced necks and bas...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

19th Century French Hammered Copper Floor Vase With Handles Umbrella Stand
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French hand forged hammered copper floor vase, jardiniere, or umbrella stand. This is an authentic 19th Century hand hammered red copper vase from Normandy, France...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

vintage rusty wood & patinated copper wall decor / cabinet. wabi sabi art piece
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Wall decor made from orangish-rusty wood edged with patinated copper. Can be displayed on either side - the backside can be used as a small wall display cabinet. Vintage, rustic, with the touch of wabi sabi. Actual item weight : 8.16 lb (3.7 kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Rustic Copper Furniture

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Copper

Massive French Copper Cauldron Pot with Iron Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oversized hand-hammered copper cauldron with iron handles. France, early 20th century. This handcrafted copper cauldron has a terrific aged patina. It has an iron rim on the top and ...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Copper Furniture

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Copper, Iron

Art Deco Hexagonal Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp with Copper Gallery, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A diminutive and elgantly formed opaline pendant lamp with copper gallery. c.1920. Thick pressed glass of ridged hexagonal form with open bottom, complete with copper gallery suppor...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Antique Dovetailed Copper Canteen Water Oil Bottle Converted Table Lamp 25"
Located in Dayton, OH
Charming late 19th Century dovetailed copper converted water canteen or oil vessel. Features a beautiful bottle form with old world dovetailing and iron banding with chain and hook f...
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Late 19th Century Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century chinese decorative Jian medium sword with a double-edged metal blade and scabbard By: unknown Material: iron, metal, paint, brass, copper, wood, animal skin, zinc Technique: forged, hammered, painted, gilt, carved, metalwork, hand-crafted, hand-painted, hand-carved Dimensions: 3 in x 23 in x 1 in Date: 19th century Style: Qing Place of origin: China This 19th century Chinese Jian sword exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Qing dynasty decorative weaponry. The double-edged blade, forged from iron, exhibits a quadrangular cross-section and tapers to a sharp point. Its wooden hilt, intricately carved, is complemented by a brass pommel and guard, both featuring delicate chiseled ornamentation. The sheath, a testament to the artisan's skill, is constructed of wood wrapped in animal hide, displaying a distinctive black-and-white spotted pattern that adds texture and visual interest. Brass fittings, including an elaborately decorated chape, two suspension rings, and a locket, secure and embellish the scabbard. While the Jian was a classical Chinese weapon...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Copper Furniture

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Metal, Copper, Iron, Brass, Zinc

Middle Eastern Arabic Copper Coffee Pot Dallah
Located in North Hollywood, CA
19th century Middle Eastern Arabian tinned copper Dallah coffee pot. Antique decorative Arabic coffee pot hand-hammered and chased copper with riveted b...
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Late 19th Century Omani Folk Art Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Antique Martin, Hall & Co. English Silver Plate Tea Set
Located in Norwood, NJ
Fine quality English Rococo-style 6-piece Martin Hall & Co. silver plate tea/coffee set with associated tray. Large tray with coffee and...
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Mid-19th Century English Rococo Antique Copper Furniture

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Silver Plate, Copper

Indonesian Balinese Yogya, Djokja Baskets, Ca 1890
Located in Delft, NL
Indonesian Balinese Yogya, Djokja Baskets, Ca 1900 An set Indonesian, Balinese, silver baskets. The baskets with each at the sides a Kalahead (a mask of a monster lion) (Bali) between lotus flowers and floral decor. On the outside on the bottom a Balinese figure, wearing a Kala mask and digger and a Wajang figure. Inside of one basket are engraved signatures ( 7 signatures) The silver from the former Dutch colony, East Indies, present-day Indonesia, is called Djokja. Traveling salesmen and repatriates brought many silver objects with them to the Netherlands. The largest and most beautiful production is from the period 1880 to 1930. Djokja silver...
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Early 20th Century Balinese Copper Furniture

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Silver, Copper

Brass and Copper Patinated Chase Garden Plant Watering Can
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A period Art Deco watering can with beautifully patinated brass and copper. A fully functional piece to water the plants or a compliment to many ...
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20th Century Art Deco Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Representative Large Art Deco Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
9-flamming Art Deco chandelier with beautiful combination of chrome and copper plating. Restored: chrome with age patina polished, copper polished, rewired: two separate circuits. Bo...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper, Chrome

Mica Lamp Co. Copper And Mica Lamp
Located in Norwood, NJ
Copper and mica arts and crafts style lamp and shade made by the Mica Lamp Co., Glendale, Ca. base and shade with makers mark. Shade with serial number. Roun...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Copper Furniture

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Copper

Auböck Fruit Bowl Vienna, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Auböck Fruit Bowl Vienna, circa 1950s Original condition
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Hex Chair in Welded Mirror-Polished Copper by Julian Mayor
Located in Geneve, CH
Hex Chair in Welded Mirror-Polished Copper by Julian Mayor Limited Edition of 50 + 10 AP. Dimensions: D 50 x W 45 x H 78 cm. Materials: Mirror-polished copper. Julian Mayor is a Br...
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2010s British Post-Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper

Set Of Seven Victorian Copper Haystack Measures
Located in Essex, MA
Some with markings. Dimensions ; Width- 14.63 inches Depth- 11.5 inches Height- 16 inches Width- 12 inches Depth- 9.25 inches Height- 10 inches Width- 8.75 inches Depth- 7.25 inche...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Rare Oversize Signed Curtis Jere Welded Sunburst Wall Sculpture 42"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made int he late 1970s, Jere pioneered this style of sculpture with his welded metal rods technique. This is one of the largest at a diameter of 42 inches, and features ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Steel

Set of Art Déco Bronze and Marble Lions Couple Bookends by Émile Carlier, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of early 20th century Art Déco bronze and marble lions couple bookends by Émile Carlier, France By: Émile Nestor Joseph Carlier Mater...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Copper Furniture

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper

Sculptural Midcentury Brutalist Lamp by Richard Barr
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large scale midcentury sculptural Brutalist lamp designed by Richard Barr for Laurel Lamp Company. Comprised of torch cut bronze on a square copper base. Lamp is a very unique statement piece. Brutalist style lighting...
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20th Century Brutalist Copper Furniture

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Copper, Bronze

Oil on Copper - Virgin Mary with the Christ Child, 18th Century with Carved Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautifully preserved devotional oil painting on copper plate, depicting the Virgin Mary tenderly holding the Christ Child. Executed circa 1700–1750, this 18th-century work embodie...
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18th Century European Greco Roman Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Antique South Asian Mughal Round Tinned Copper Box with Lid India 19th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful handcrafted decorative round tinned copper Mughal Indian box with lid, latch and handle. Antique South Asian Mughal Round Tinned Copper Box with L...
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Early 20th Century Indian Agra Copper Furniture

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Metal, Copper

Nautical Chain Suspended Hanging Lamp in Brass and Copper, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Its not just authentic looking it is authentic. A very patinated nautical ceiling pendant lamp composed of a solid copper shade, an ornamented solid brass top and an unusual ornament...
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1930s Scandinavian Bauhaus Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

1980s Ex British Army Light Shade / Copper and Brass Cantilever, Original Green
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Ex British army festoon lamp shade fitted to a copper and brass cantilever fitting. At Loomlight we have fabricated a copper and brass cantilever wall mount and we can offer custo...
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1980s English Industrial Vintage Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper

Italian Brutalist Walnut and Copper Console Table by G. Urso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970s Italian Brutalist walnut and Copper top console table by G. Urso. Constructed of solid walnut with a tribal acid etched design copper ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

Materials

Copper

Antique English Copper Flagon Jug Vessel Pitcher Hallmark #2 C. 1900
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful Antique English Copper FLAGON, Pitcher, Vessel or Jug #2~~c. 1900 Excellent heavy copper flagon with hallmark 15" tall to top of handle ...
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Early 1900s English British Colonial Antique Copper Furniture

Materials

Copper

Complete Set of Six Graduated Copper Haystack Measures, English, Early Victorian
Located in Worcester, GB
Complete Set of Six Graduated Copper Haystack Measures, English, Early Victorian An exceptional and complete set of six antique graduated copper haystack measures, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1830–1860. These traditional English measures range from 1 gallon down to ⅛ gill and retain their classic conical 'haystack' form, each with a bold flared rim and side handle. Each vessel is fitted with a lead verification plug stamped by a local authority, affirming their use as standardised liquid measures. The set exhibits a handsome warm patina with polished surfaces, highlighting the rich pink hue of the copper. Some historical repairs and light dinks are visible, consistent with age and practical use. Volumes: 1 Gallon 1 Pint ½ Pint 1 Gill ½ Gill ⅛ Gill Heights: From approximately 10 cm to 29 cm. A fine and increasingly scarce complete set, ideal for collectors of antique weights and measures...
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19th Century British Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

19th Century Arts & Crafts Movement Copper Table Chest Box
Located in Queens, NY
Large copper table chest or box from the English Arts & Crafts Movement that features curvilinear protrusions on each side, as well as a decorative ...
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

20th Century, Toni Cordero Gueridon Table for Del Campo
Located in Turin, Turin
Toni Cordero was born in Lanzo Torinese in 1937. He took his architecture degree in Turin, and in 1962 opened his first design office. His architectural work includes Turin's "Delle ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Silver, Copper, Enamel, Iron

Brutalist Zodiac Round Coffee Table, Germany, Circa 1960's
Located in San Antonio, TX
Mid-century brutalist round patinated copper coffee table, Germany, circa 1960s. Vintage table features the 12 zodiac symbols with a black metal pedestal base. The top is in great ov...
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Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Copper Furniture

Materials

Metal, Copper

Martinelli Luce Dimmable LED Pipistrello 620 Table Lamp by Gae Aulenti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed in 1965 by Gae Aulenti for Martinelli Luce, the lamp is made with innovative techniques for the diffuser in methacrylate for the time in which it was designed. The shape of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Copper Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Antique, New and Vintage Copper Furniture

From cupolas to cookware and fine art to filaments, copper metal has been used in so many ways since prehistoric times. Today, antique, new and vintage copper coffee tables, mirrors, lamps and other furniture and decor can bring a warm metallic flourish to interiors of any kind.

In years spanning 8,700 BC (the time of the first-known copper pendant) until roughly 3,700 BC, it may have been the only metal people knew how to manipulate.

Valuable deposits of copper were first extracted on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus around 4,000 BC — well before Europe’s actual Bronze Age (copper + tin = bronze). Tiny Cyprus is even credited with supplying all of Egypt and the Near East with copper for the production of sophisticated currency, weaponry, jewelry and decorative items.

In the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries, master painters such as Leonardo da Vinci, El Greco, Rembrandt and Jan Brueghel created fine works on copper. (Back then, copper-based pigments, too, were all the rage.) By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, decorative items like bas-relief plaques, trays and jewelry produced during the Art Deco, Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau periods espoused copper. These became highly valuable and collectible pieces and remain so today.

Copper’s beauty, malleability, conductivity and versatility make it perhaps the most coveted nonprecious metal in existence. In interiors, polished copper begets an understated luxuriousness, and its reflectivity casts bright, golden and earthy warmth seldom realized in brass or bronze. (Just ask Tom Dixon.)

Outdoors, its most celebrated attribute — the verdigris patina it slowly develops from exposure to oxygen and other elements — isn’t the only hue it takes. Architects often refer to shades of copper as russet, ebony, plum and even chocolate brown. And Frank Lloyd Wright, Renzo Piano and Michael Graves have each used copper in their building projects.

Find antique, new and vintage copper furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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