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Material: Copper
19th Century French Polished Copper Firewood Basket, Victorian Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th Century French Polished Copper Firewood Basket, Victorian Period. The firewood basket is made of polished copper and has brass handles. The log holder is in a good condition and...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Gerard Lafitte Oak and Brass Barrel Form Pitcher Wooden Jug France 1933 Set of 3
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Superb 1933, Set of three Brass banded, oak barrels. This beautiful wine or cider jugs were created by Gérard Lafitte, selected as Meilleur Ouvrier de France (one of the best worker...
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1930s French Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Copper Pot with Lid
Located in Pomona, CA
Copper pot with a lid. A brass handle on each side.
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Mid-20th Century European Copper Furniture

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Copper

Rochard Limoges Paris Perfume Bottle in Porcelain Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Rochard, Limoges Paris, a hand enameled trinket box, a scent chest with a metal caged glass bottle, circa 1970-1980s. The oval metal braced box has a domed lid with a tear-drop...
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Late 20th Century French International Style Copper Furniture

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Copper

Rosewood and Patchwork Copper Coffee Table by Percival Lafer
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Brazilian modernist Percival Lafer, this jacaranda rosewood coffee table features a bold rectangular frame with exposed hardware. The top is crafted of beautifully patina...
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1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper, Chrome

Carl Goldberg metal -like Glass vase with stylised copper overlay c1900
By Carl Goldberg
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Carl Goldberg (of Haida) copper clad glass vase in the Jugendstil style (German Art Nouveau) - The glass has a speckled amber finish to make it look like...
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Early 1900s Jugendstil Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Copper Watering Can, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass and copper watering can with a long spout. Great lines, great original condition with wonderful patina. Small dent at the base but this is...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

19th Century Gaff-rigged Pond Yacht
Located in Woodbury, CT
Small size gaff-rigged pond yacht. Made from carved and hollowed wood with copper keel with lead bar weight and rubber support to silvered rudder. Deck is scored and fitted with br...
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19th Century English Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Lead

Contemporary Mexican Hammered Copper Pendant Lamp
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
Tiripiti means gold in Purepecha lenguage and is also the name given to the gods that are manifestations of the sun. The lamp casts its light through the greatness of pre-Colombian c...
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2010s Mexican Copper Furniture

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Copper

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Quarter sawn oak, with original hammered c...
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1910s American Mission Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Antique Holophane Prismatic Glass Church Kitchen Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Glass Holophane Pendant Light – J A vintage bell shaped glass prismatic pendant light shade which looks great both lit and unlit. The light has retained its original gallery...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper

BOHEMIAN 1890 Pair of Lusters In Green Glass With Gold And Cut Glass Prisms
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of decorative glass lusters created in Bohemia. This is a beautiful pair of antique Bohemian glass lusters created during the Victorian period, between the 1870 and 1900. They ...
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1890s Czech High Victorian Antique Copper Furniture

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Gold, Copper

Antique Islamic Middle Eastern Qajar Persian Copper Ewer 19th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Islamic Middle Eastern Qajar Persian Copper Ewer 19th Century. Rare Museum quality Antique piece from the early 19th Century hand forged copper pitcher with lid cover. Great antique patina. Circa 1800. Measurements: 14” height 9.5” length 5” width. Quality Museum Islamic Metalwork from a private Beverly Hills CA collection. Middle Eastern Asian Turkish Ottoman Antique...
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Late 18th Century Unknown Islamic Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

WAS Benson. A copper and brass table oil lamp
By William Arthur Benson
Located in London, GB
William Arthur Smith Benson (1854-1924), a copper and brass table oil lamp, with removable font.
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Old and Large Hand Hammered Footed Solid Copper Bucket/Stockpot CO#003
Located in Norton, MA
Old and Large Hand Hammered Footed Copper Bucket/Stockpot with 3 Brass Claw Feet, CO#003 Made in the Republic of Ireland, 1950s. 11.25" Dia, 11.25" to th...
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1950s American Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Poul Henningsen Large Copper Artichoke Pendant Light, by Louis Poulsen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Poul Henningsen PH Artichoke Pendant Light, produced by Louis Poulsen large size in copper, 72 leaves The large 'PH Artichoke' copper chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Copper, Steel

Antique Islamic Mughal Rectangular Copper Metal Tray Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass Copper Tray Inlaid with Islamic Koranic Calligraphy. Antique Islamic Mughal Style Rectangular Copper Metal Tray table. Large Moorish Mughal Raj rectangular brass and copper tra...
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Early 20th Century Indian Islamic Copper Furniture

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Copper

Steampunk Industrial Copper Timpani Kettle Drum Center Table by WFL Drum Co
By Ludwig Drums
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage steampunk Industrial or rustic copper kettle drum center table by W.F.L. Drum Company. Comprised of copper painted aluminum arms & base, copper kettle, drum skin top with painted steel rim, and chrome handles. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. This has an overall aged patina that is superb and consists of dings, dents, scratches, etc. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1937-1950’s. Everyone dances to the beat of their own drum, it’s what makes the world go ‘round! But let me tell you something… You are about to BUST A MOVE when you lay eyes on this INCREDIBLE copper kettle drum, we are offering as a REAL drum table, by W.F.L. Drum Company!!! AAAAHHHHH!! IT. IS. AWESOME!!! Its exclusive style borders between Industrial, steampunk, and a bit rustic. It is center table height, and it is comprised of a copper kettle surrounded by copper painted aluminum base, arms, and foot pedal and a fabulous drum skin top with a painted steel rim and vertical chrome handles. A fun fact… W.F.L. Drum Company was established by William F. Ludwig and a MONUMENTAL moment for Ludwig was on a Sunday night in February 1964 “The Beatles” preformed “All My Loving” as the intro song on “The Ed Sullivan Show” as Ringo Starr jammed out on his iconic drums which bared the Ludwig logo! Sheer popularity pandemonium for Ludwig after that! This is the ULTIMATE must-have for a music enthusiast or drum lover!!! How awesome would this be displayed in a music room in a corner between a couple of chairs holding a record player and set of vinyl, in a game room as a lamp table, or just an entertaining way to display your Beatles or Ringo Starr memorabilia? We think it would be fun to put a piece of glass either directly on top of the drum OR float the glass on the chrome handles and give it a floating effect! There are just TOO many fun possibilities with this especially unique find! The Ludwig Drum...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Copper, Steel, Chrome

Pair of late 19th century copper Venetian lamps on poles
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of late 19th century copper venetian lamps on poles circa 1890. Hexagonal in shape with original glass.  Later converted to electric. Beautifully pressed and pierced metalwork,...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Arts and Crafts Brass Standard Adjustable Oil Lamp
Located in Altrincham, GB
Arts and Crafts Brass Standard Adjustable Oil Lamp with Reservoir bowl area, Slender Column Twist Triform Legs with Copper Floral Decorations - converted to electric - 22" x variabl...
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Pair of Vintage French Copper Lanterns from Toulouse France Unrestored Condition
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Copper Vintage Lanterns that have not been restored or rewired. This pair of Vintage Copper French Lanterns just arrived from Toulouse and our workshop is so far behin...
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1940s French Country Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Antique Engraving - Crucifixion Christ - Silver Plated Copper - After Van Dyck
By Anthony van Dyck
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A late 19th century engraving, depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and cherubs "Christ aux Anges". Engraved on a copper panel, silver plated. After Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641)...
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1880s French Baroque Antique Copper Furniture

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Silver Plate, Copper

Edo period miniature Samurai sword
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Exquisite and rare Miniature Samurai sword. Made with great attention to every detail it was most likely meant for Musha Ningyo, Samurai Dolls set. Such exquisite pieces are rare. ...
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Copper Furniture

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Metal, Copper

Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient sculpture featuring seven black monel "cat-tail" tops silvered to beryllium. Copper rods silvered to brass base. In fin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

French Bed Classical Style Burl Walnut Copper & Brass circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French walnut burl with copper roses decoration & brass bed. Made circa 1900 in the classical style The bedding must be custom made with a box spring of 59.61 x74.80 in. (190...
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Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Vintage Oneida Silver Plated Tray - 13.5" x 9.5"
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage Oneida tray. Silver Plate on copper. The tray has a beautiful antique design and is 13.5" long by 9.5" wide. Oneida Company is operating sine 1848, producing high quality ta...
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20th Century Copper Furniture

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Silver Plate, Copper

Bone and Bronze Mounted Knight Sculpture with Marble Base by A. Kéléty, France
Located in North Miami, FL
1930s Art Déco chryselephantine bone and bronze mounted knight sculpture with marble base by Alexandre Kéléty, France By: Alexandre Kéléty Material: bronze, bone, marble, stone, met...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Copper Furniture

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Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Exceptional Japanese Lacquered Hibachi with Poppy Flowers in Gold and Silver Mak
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This magnificent hibachi (charcoal brazier), likely custom-made to order, exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese lacquer artistry of the 19th century. Carved from solid wood with a ric...
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with hammered copper h...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Set of Five Vintage Indonesian Copper Batik Textile Floral Printing Blocks
Located in Yonkers, NY
A set of five vintage Indonesian copper Batik textile printing blocks from the mid 20th century, with floral patterns. We have an unlimited stock availabl...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Copper Furniture

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Copper

Large Bertoia Studios 24-Rod 'Star of Sound / B-2482' Copper & Brass Sculpture
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Bertoia Studios 24-rod 'Star of Sound B-2482' copper & brass sculpture. A lyrical and musical sound sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed by Val, the artist and son of the original designer, Harry Bertoia. Hand made at the original Bertoia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Silver, Brass, Copper

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pending Lantern
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pending lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Copper Furniture

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Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Bauhaus Functionalism Copper Pendant by Josef Hurka for Napako
Located in Vienna, AT
Bauhaus pendant from about 1930s by Josef Hurka for Napako The lamp holds 4 bakelite E27 lampholders restored, new electric Dimention: diameneter: 53cm (20.86in) The total length is ...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Vintage Group of Four Brass and Copper Bud Vases, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming mid century group of four bud vases handcrafted in copper and brass in a sculptural form with removable coated metal flowers. Priced Individually Tallest: H: 14.5 DM: 3 $...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Set of 3 Brutalist Modern Copper and Brass Patchwork Decorative Egg Sculptures
Located in Troy, MI
Grouping of three stylized copper egg sculptures circa 1990s Patchwork copper clad eggs of graduated sizes fastened with brass rivets Unmarked 3 - 5 inch diameter 4 - 6.25 inch hei...
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1990s Brutalist Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Brutalist modern Marcello Fantoni copper on welded steel sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Believed to be one of Marcello Fantoni's (1915 - 2011 ) earlier works sculptor, ceramicist, metalworker, multi-media artist and designer . A study in patina and corrosion in brutal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper, Steel

Vienna secession wall cabinet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vienna secession wall cabinet in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper

Single Wall Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wall lantern made of solid copper, beautiful oxidized patina with one 60/watt light. Suitable for wet location UL approved up to US code.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Copper Furniture

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Copper

19th Century Middle Eastern Copper and Silver Ve
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th Century Middle Eastern Copper and Silver Vessel with copper chain handle. Richly decorated with hand-hammered peacocks and Arabic lettering. A ...
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19th Century Persian Moorish Antique Copper Furniture

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Metal, Silver, Copper

Mid-Century Modern Olival Cocktail Cabinet, Patagonia Stone, Handmade Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olival Cocktail Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Olival marble bar cabinet draws inspiration from the sacred symbolism of the an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Onyx, Granite, Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel

1980's Copper & Brass Cantilever Lamp Cream British Army Lamp Shade
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
British army tilting festoon lamp shade fitted to a copper and brass cantilever wall fitting to create a bespoke wall light. Professionally restored and converted by hand in UK by Loomlight to modern lighting standards, ready for contemporary interiors. Available in a range of colors upon request. The cantilever dimensions can be made to order. Measures: Shade diameter: 23cm Wall fixing diameter: 10cm Reach from wall: 44cm Bulb: E26 / E27 100v - 220v Tungsten Filament Weight: 3.5kg Origin: UK Supplied with a filament bulb. The shade tilts in all directions by means of a ball joint connector to allow the light to be focused into a chosen area. This makes them great for lighting pictures on walls...
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1980s English Industrial Vintage Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper

Mid Century Repousse Still Life Copper Panel, by George Braque
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century copper panel depecting a nature setting done with the repousse method of metal work.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper

Copper coal bucket by William Soutter & Sons of Birmingham
Located in London, GB
Copper coal bucket with lid with ornate brass handles and feet, by William Soutter & Sons of Birmingham, circa 1880. William Soutter & Sons Co., New Market St, Birmingham. Establis...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Modern Oak Flat File Cabinet with Japanned Hardware
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage wooden flat file cabinet. This piece features a unique numbering system, opting to use large carved numbers in place of more traditio...
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Mid-20th Century American Copper Furniture

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Copper

Painted Bronze Sculpture of Woman Holding a Palm Leaf by Franz Bergmann, Austria
Located in North Miami, FL
Jugendstil cold-painted bronze sculpture of a woman holding a palm leaf by Franz Bergmann, Austria By: Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, paint Technique...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Copper Furniture

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Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Pair of Silver and Turquoise on Copper Plates Attributed to Graziella Laffi
Located in Littleton, CO
Silver and turquoise on copper plates attributed to Graziella Laffi with images of a warrior god and llama. Unsigned. Wonderful patina.
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Sterling Silver, Copper

French Vintage Copper Coffee Table
Located in Austin, TX
Coffee table from France with a chinoiserie style copper structure. The structure supports a clear glass top. This piece is in very nice vintage condition with only minor surface wea...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Copper

Vintage Silver on Copper Pitcher with Stone Bird Handle
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming mid century pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on copper in classic form featuring a stone parrot or bird as a handle. In the style of Los Castillo.
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Silver Plate, Copper

Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag. This unique handmade bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs.
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1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sideboard or bar cabinet with plate rack By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Quarter ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Copper Furniture

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Copper

Antique Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of identical antique Japanese copper vases with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Elongated baluster shape with pronounced neck. Floral ornament with bl...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Copper Furniture

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Enamel, Copper

'Monolith' Italian Reading Lamp Brass & Bright Blue Enamel Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
The Monolith sconce or wall-mount reading light with articulating arm and moveable head shown in satin enamel handmade by Blueprint Lighting, 2017. The...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Copper Furniture

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Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum

Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases
Located in Queens, NY
A large pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases, 19th century. Japanese cloisonne enamel dragon vases are highly ...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Copper Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

C. Jeré Seaside Village Wall Sculpture, signed
Located in Littleton, CO
Designed by Curtis Jeré - a collective pseudonym for artists Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels - this signed “C. Jeré” wall sculpture was produced by their company, Artisan House, in 197...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Brass, Bronze, Copper

Cintura Nesting Tables (Set of 2) in Brass and Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cintura Nesting Tables with Copper (Set of 2) Brass Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-h...
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2010s Minimalist Copper Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Antique George III Pair Old Sheffield Silver Plated Candlesticks 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite pair of antique English George III Old Sheffield Plate, silver on copper, candlesticks, Circa 1790 in date. Raised on oval bases on a tapered stem they both fea...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Copper Furniture

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Silver, Sheffield Plate, Copper

Antique Copper Samovar Tea Coffee Serving Dispenser Warmer Kettle Pot 14"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique copper farmhouse tea coffee samovar urn / pot / water cooler / boiler / beverage dispenser. Cylindrical copper body, wooden handle on the spig...
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Early 20th Century Country Copper Furniture

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Copper

Arenson Studios 1970's Brutalist Coffee Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s coffee table: Skyscraper style, dual pedestals made of copper and aluminum , metal-clad wood with scraffito brutalist design. Arenson Studios, a collaboration by Marvin and Richard Arenson, crafted art furniture in West Palm Beach, Florida, during the 1960s to 1980s. Their designs adorned local homes and Hugh Hefner's Miami Beach apartment...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Copper Furniture

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Aluminum, Copper

Large Hammered Copper Planter in a Fitted Wrought Iron Scrolled Base
Located in Hixson, TN
American craftsman large hammered copper planter which is fitted in a wrought iron scrolled base.
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Copper Furniture

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Copper, Wrought Iron

Blue Moom Mmxix, 21st Century Resin and Silvered Copper Oval Coffee Table
Located in Sofia, BG
Blue moom MMXIX, 21st century off-white resin and silvered copper oval low coffee table Blue moon MMXIX/oyster white transforms the traditional concept of our blue moon into even ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Copper Furniture

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Copper

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.

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