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MMV Romani, William Klein, 1st Edition, Contrasto, 2005
Located in London, GB
First edition, published by Contrasto, Rome, 2005. Text in English and Italian.
This English and Italian language photobook from William Klein sees him revisit the Rome that he im...
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Early 2000s Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Furniture Atlas: From Rococo to Art Deco by Adriana B. Sassone, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Furniture Atlas: From Rococo to Art Deco by Adriana B. Sassone. Published by Koln: Evergreen/Taschen, 2000. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. A comprehensive, illustrated guide to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Javier Senosiain Organic Architecture Hardcover Book
By Javier Senosianin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Collectible book free form organic modern architecture: Organic architecture by author Architect Javier Senosiain
Hardcover very good presentation pre...
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1980s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
View over Eaton Square, a Private Collection, 10 & 11 November 2005
Located in valatie, NY
Christie's London: A View Over Eaton Square, A Private Collection, 10 and 11 November 2005, Sale Number 7178. Chinese works of art, Regency painte...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Pr. Catalogs, "Arts Decoratifs, Styles 1900 Et 1925, " 1977/78, Sotheby's Monaco
Located in valatie, NY
Publisher: Sotheby Parke Bernet Monaco S.A. 1977 and 1978. 551 lots photographed in color and B&W. Featuring world class photography of rare objets d'art - these are scarce Sotheby's...
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1970s Monacan Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Dieter Rams The Complete Works
Located in New York City, NY
The ultimate reference on one of the most influential product designers of all time
For more than sixty years Dieter Rams has defined the look, feel, and function of some of the w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Eloise At Christmastime, Kay Thompson, 1999, Signed by Hilary Knight !
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
Author: THOMPSON, Kay (Hilary Knight).
Title: Kay Thompson's Eloise At Christmastime.
Publisher: NY: Simon & Schuster, 1999.
Description: Signed...
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1990s American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Set of 11 French Vellum Books, Circa 1730's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French set of eleven vellum bound books from the early 18th century. This antique set of six books from France, which were published in Amsterdam, retain their original vellum bindings and will make fabulous decorative objects. Should you choose to use these standing together in a bookcase, side-by-side they measure an approximate run of 1.25 feet, and have an approximate height of 6.75 inches. Note that there is some minor interior moisture damage to some of the books. This collection of French vellum books...
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18th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
Mr.Peanut, Vintage Peanut Butter Maker, USA, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Mr.Peanut - vintage peanut butter maker is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century.
This vintage object was realized by Emenee and it was used as a real pea...
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Mid-20th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
Jürgen Teller Charlotte Rampling Book Louis XV
Located in Vienna, AT
Jürgen Teller Charlotte Rampling photography book Louis XV, 2004
First edition book by Jürgen Teller and Charlotte Rampling, new and shrink-wrapped.
...
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Early 2000s Austrian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair of Faux Tortoiseshell Eggs on Turned Brass Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of faux tortoise lacquered egg shaped objects de arte on solid brass turned pedestals, with a candlestick vibe. No home is complete without them...
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Late 20th Century American Anglo Raj Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Christies: Property the Collection of Henry McIlhenny Rittenhouse Square, Phl
Located in valatie, NY
Catalogue of Property from the Collection of Henry P. McIlhenny, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, May 20 & 21, 1987. Published by Christie's, NY. S...
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1980s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Art of Ancient Looms, Antique Oriental Weaves, Faiences, Jewels & Treasures
Located in valatie, NY
Illustrated Catalog of the Art of Ancient Looms, Antique Oriental Weaves, Persian Faiences, Jewels and Other Oriental Treasures, Auction Catalog From American Art Association New Yor...
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1910s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Tubular Steel Furniture Book / Bauhaus Interior - Die Schöne Wohnung, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s
- for the condition see the pictures
- jr.
Category
1930s Bauhaus Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
"Cafe Metropole", Swedish Film Poster
By Eric Rohman
Located in London, GB
Original Swedish film poster from the 1937 comedy romance film directed by Edward H Griffith and starring Loretta Young, Tyrone Power, Adolph Menjou. For ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Hand Carved Wood Lion Toy Figure in Orange and Black, Africa, 1970s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A whimsical hand carved lion statue from Africa. Hand carved by local artisans in East Africa in the 1970s, this wooden statue will be a great accen...
Category
1970s North African Tribal Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Paint
Collectable TexAvery Droopy Figurine Statue by Demons & Merveilles
Located in Sofia, BG
Figurine statue of Droopy smoking cigar by Demons & Merveilles.
Made in 1999 in its original box in perfect condition.
Perfect gift and a part of a large collection.
USA, 1999.
Category
Late 20th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
The Son of Tarzan First Edition
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book …. The Return of Tarzan First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition.
Very good +, squa...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
William Henry Goss Porcelain Model of Robert Burn’s Cottage Pastille Burner 1893
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish antique porcelain pastille burner model of Roberts Burn’s Cottage by renowned English potter William Henry Goss (British, 1833-1906) and dated 1893.
William Henry Goss was probably best known for his prolific production of crested china wears which were developed for the souvenir trade however alongside these produced a number of other items which have become highly collectable today.
This finely made pastille burner is modelled as a long single storey cottage with three windows...
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
1988 Mark Richards 'MR' Surfboard
By Mark Richards Surfboards
Located in Haleiwa, HI
1988 Mark Richards (MR) surfboard. Features 80s style colorful Mark Richards text and iconic MR Superman logos. Rounded pintail shape design with glassed...
Category
1980s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Foam, Fiberglass
Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, Orange Ceramics, Customizable Speaker, 2022
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Description
This is an amplifier compatible with all smartphones in which the speaker is positioned at the bottom, near the microphone. It will allow you to increase the volume of your smartphone by 15/20 decibels!
European Design Patent filed n. 005778529
Materials
Handmade in 100% Italian ceramic and non-toxic glazes, i.e. free of lead and other substances harmful to the health of workers (as required by EU regulations).
METHOD OF USE
Just insert your smartphone in the appropriate space and start your favorite music to hear it clear and loud at home, outdoors or wherever you want! It has a hole for passing the power cable.
ECO-SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION
The production method is characterized by an ethical and eco-sustainable approach. Ceramics of controlled origin, non-toxic glazes and photovoltaic panels are used to guarantee the functioning of the electric ovens...
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2010s Italian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
Cologne Cathedral Church Souvenir Building Ashtray Vintage, German, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A 1960s souvenir building architectural model Ashtray. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal. A beautiful nice desktop item or just a display item in your ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Antique Golf Plate, Royal Winton, Golf Language
By Royal Winton
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Winton Pottery With Golf Design.
A Wonderful Golf Plate by Royal Winton, Stoke on Trent pottery, with the printed mark to the rear. The transfer decoration is showing a golf scene w...
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1910s English Sporting Art Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
James Bond: In the Cinema by John Brosnan (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
By Australian novelist and journalist John Brosnan, who was a regular columnist with the popular UK film magazine Starburst. Opening with a short chapter which analyses the great pop...
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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Art Nouveau & Art Deco Lighting by Alister Duncan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collectors reference book showing many Art Deco and Art Nouveau lamps from the period. In good condition. Private art dealers collection.
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1970s Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Tarzan and The Ant Men First Edition
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book …. Tarzan and The Ant Men First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition.
Mixed edition...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Rajasthan by Pauline Van Lynden, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Rajasthan by Pauline Van Lynden. Published by Assouline Publishing, 2003. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. "Above all, this book is intended to show the delight I have found in a w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry Elephant Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking.
Title:
Large Vintage Cartier Jewelry Elephant Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
Description:
Large custom made one-of-a-kind luxury cushion (pillow) created from an exquisite rare vintage pure silk Cartier fashion scarf in a striking print named ‘La Route des Indes’, translating to English as ‘The India Road’. It illustrates exotic elephants in procession adorned with fabulous opulent jewels. They spiral around the square frame one behind the other whimsically ascending in scale. The most magnificent of all leading at the front in a statuesque pose and elaborate decoration. Their eyes are pave set with previous stones of emerald and amethyst and the gold elephants continue along the boarder as well.
Cartier is a luxury Parisian empire which originated in 1847 with Louis-François Cartier and is recognised all around the world for their high end creations. The lavishly bejewelled exotic oriental creatures appear to be a reference to the brand’s signature necklaces, bracelets and earrings; ‘Tanjore’, and ‘Djigar’ necklaces, “Rajastan’ bracelet and ‘Gupta’ brooch. This particular peachy coral pink with jade green accents and a glorious subtle sheen is one of the most spectacular examples we have come across.
The fabric was personally hand-picked by Katie at antiques market ‘Marche aux Puces Saint-Ouen’ on the outskirts of Paris.
On a sumptuous silk soft to the touch.
Backed in new 100% pure Irish linen, the aristocrat of textiles and certified by the Irish Linen Guild, lined in a layer of natural bamboo cloth...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Textile, Linen, Silk
Nineteenth Century Modern 'The Functional Tradition In Victorian Design' Herwin
Located in valatie, NY
Nineteenth century modern (The Functional Tradition In Victorian Design) by Herwin Schaefer. Published by Praeger Publishers, 1970. 1st Ed hardcover no dust jacket. This book "Challenges an almost universally held view: that all Victorian design was overdecorated and that the only men...
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1970s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Spanish Pedal Car from the 30s, Denia
Located in Madrid, ES
Pedal car from the 30s, Denia beautiful pedal car it is manufactured in denia in the decade of the 30s although it has no visible marks or label, it looks like it is a car manufactur...
Category
20th Century Spanish Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Mobilier National 1964-2004: 40 Ans De Creation (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Catalogue of an exhibition of 161 pieces of furniture made by some of France's most influential designers in the final third of the 20th century and the early years of 21st century, ...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Festus Pragnell, the Green Man of Kilsona, First Edition Presentation Copy, 1936
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: PRAGNELL, Festus (Frank William Pragnell)
TITLE: The Green Man of Kilsona. (The Ape-man of the Electron World)
PUBLISHER: London: Philip Al...
Category
1930s British Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fabric
American Rococo, 1750-1775: Elegance in Ornament by Morrison Heckscher, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
American Rococo, 1750-1775: Elegance in Ornament, by Morrison H. Heckscher and Leslie Greene Bowman. Metropolitan Museum of Art, Date: 1992 and Distributed by Harry N. Abrams. Publis...
Category
1990s American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Ian Fleming, Thrilling Cities, First Edition, Uncorrected Proof, 1963
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: FLEMING, Ian.
TITLE: Thrilling Cities - UNCORRECTED PROOF.
PUBLISHER: London: Jonathan Cape, 1963.
DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION, FIRST PRINTING, UNCORRECTED PROOF. 1 vol., only 175 copies printed, illustrated. Bound in the publisher's original pictorial printed wrappers, without the exceedingly scarce proof dustjacket.
CONDITION: General light...
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1960s British Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Staffordshire Pottery Flatback Model of Balmoral Castle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
The hollow potted castle is mounted on a long oval shaped base molded in relief with swirl patterning with a raised molded banner reading BALMORAL CASTLE...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Pottery
Brussels Dream, Le Rêve Bruxellois, Der Brusseler Traum, Expo 1958
Located in Praha, CZ
- EXPO 1958 Exhibition
- Publisher: Arbor Vitae, 2008
- Three languages
- Original condition, see the photos
- 165 pages
- Many beautiful pictures of ar...
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Early 2000s Czech Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
The Red Flame
Located in New York, NY
Author Karen Elson, Foreword by Edward Enninful and Tim Walker, Contributions by Grace Coddington
One of fashion's most iconic redheads pens a moving comin...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Handmade Salmon & White Beaded Statement Necklace
Located in Seguin, TX
Circa 1960's bold dimensional salmon and white graduated beaded necklace. Measures 27" long, 1" diameter at smallest 1.5" at widest, large beads are 3/8" diameter. Salmon beads are p...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Beads
"Legend of Dick Turpin Part 1 & 2" Christie's
Located in valatie, NY
The Legend of Dick Turpin part 1 and 2, Thursday 9 March 2006 (Christie's). Maurice 'Dick' Turpin (1928-2005) was one of the great characters of the Englis...
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Early 2000s British Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Grand Tour Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Carved Giallo Antico Grand Tour model of the temple of Caster and Pollux
Large carved Giallo Antico Grand Tour model of the temple of Caster and Pollux of superb carving, the frag...
Category
19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble
Ian Fleming, You Only Live Twice, 1st Ed - 1st Printing, Uncorrected Proof 1964
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
Author: FLEMING, Ian.
Title: You Only Live Twice - UNCORRECTED PROOF.
Publisher: London: Jonathan Cape, 1964.
FIRST EDITION, FIRST PRINTING, UNCORRECTED PROOF. 1 vol., perhaps limited to approximately 500 copies, neat ownership signature to page 3. Bound in the publisher's original pictorial printed wrappers.
Condition: Slight slant to spine, general light...
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1960s British Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
The Grandes Heures of Jean, Duke of Berry by Marcel Thomas, 1st Edition
Located in valatie, NY
The Grandes Heures of Jean, Duke of Berry by Marcel Thomas. George Braziller, 1971. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket and with the original Mylar protective overlay jacket. The book ...
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1970s French Medieval Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
The Last Flowering of the Middle Ages by Baron Van Der Elst, Stated 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
The Last Flowering of the Middle Ages by Baron Joseph Van Der Elst. Published by Doubleday, Doran and Company Inc., 1944. Stated 1st Ed hardcover. An in-depth look into art of the Middle Ages. Contents: 1. The Times and the Men who Made Them: Men of Flanders; The Flemish Parade; The Good Black Earth; The Rise of the Towns; The Medieval Guilds; Of Love, the Dream; The Upward Glance; Pt. 2. The Flemish Masters: Jan van Eyck; Petrus Christus...
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1940s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
William Brice Drawings
Located in Richmond, VA
Vintage hardback coffee table book featuring artist, William Brice and a selection of his drawings from 1955-1966. By Gerald Nordland and Thomas W. Leavi...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Surveyor's Level, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Engineering, Circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage surveyor's level. An English, brass scientific instrument with enamelled finish, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Appe...
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Mid-20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Space Age Vintage Orange Plastic Metal Chair 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Pop Art vintage plastic metal chair from a sports stadium in Vienna shows a steel frame and an orange plastic seat shell. The seat shell is plastered...
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1970s Austrian Space Age Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Between Past and Future: New Photography and Video from China
Located in valatie, NY
Between Past and Future: New Photography and Video from China by Wu Hung and Christopher Phillips. Published by Smart Museum Of Art and The University ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Autograph Edition of the Works of Anatole France, in a Fine Leather Binding!
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
Author: France, Anatole
Title: The Complete Works of Anatole France.
Publisher: NY: Gabriel Wells, 1924.
Description: The Autograph Edition. 30...
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1920s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather
The Return of Tarzan First Edition
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book …. The Return of Tarzan First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition.
First edition. Il...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Atwood, Margaret, The Edible Woman, First American Edition Presentation Copy
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: ATWOOD, Margaret.
TITLE: The Edible Woman. Boston: Little, Brown & Co., 1969.
DESCRIPTION: FIRST AMERICAN EDITION PRESENTATION COPY. 1 vol., publisher's original pink cloth backed boards, gilt lettered spine, inscribed by Atwood on the half-title "For Bart & Roby best wishes Margaret Atwood...
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1960s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fabric
Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / Library room with this collection set of gilt leather bound library book set of eighteen volumes. Germany in storm and stress ...
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1910s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper, Leather
The Golden Pharaoh The Definitive Account of the Greatest Discovery, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
The Golden Pharaoh: The Definitive Account of the Greatest Discovery in Archaeology, the Treasures of Tutankhamen, by Philipp Vandenberg. Stated First American edition. 328 pages wit...
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1980s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Jungle Tales of Tarzan First Edition
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book …. Jungle Tales of Tarzan First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition.
Good +, square ...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Carl Auböck Model #5735 Brass Foot Figurine Keyring
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #5735 brass foot figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass.
Price is per item. O...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Marigold Carnival Glass Rolls Royce or Packard Bud Vases
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of automobile bud vases are unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in approximately 1920 in the period Art Deco style. The vases are done with a thick clear glass in a fluted form, with marigold iridescent or carnival glass accents around the bulbous tops. These bud vases were used in luxury cars, and these came from an automotive collector with various Rolls Royce items, which these were included in. The Rolls Royce ashtray...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Art Glass
Beatrix Potter, The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse, Presentation Copy
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: POTTER, Beatrix.
TITLE: The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse.
PUBLISHER: London: Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd, [after 1918],
DESCRIPTION: PRESENTATION COPY LATER EDITION. 1 vol., inscribed on the half-title by the author 'To Elizabeth Todhunter from Beatrix Potter...
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1910s British Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
30 Volumes, John Heneage Jesse, Memoirs of the Court of England
Located in New York, NY
30 Volumes. John Heneage Jesse, Memoirs of The Court of England. Bound in 3/4 tan calf. Linen boards. Raised bands. Decorative gilt symbols on spines. Top edges gilt. Marbled endpape...
Category
20th Century English Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather
Set of Two Vintage Ssico Jaguar Match Box Car Toys, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two vintage Ssico Jaguar match box car toys.
By unknown manufacturer, circa 1960.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Antique and Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities for Sale
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
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