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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Style: Louis XV
Style: Industrial
19th Century French Louis XV Upholstered Carved Walnut Prayer Kneeler Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique prayer chair in a bedroom for your daily devotions. Crafted in France, circa 1960, the traditional kneeler built of walnut, sits on turned legs over a scal...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Antique Emergency Survival Multi Tool Axe Hammer Hatchet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Swordfish emergency survival tool Tomahawk Crate Hammer Hatchet Axe Use as Pry Bar Nail Puller Multi-function implement 13.25 h x 4.75 w x 1....
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Field Artillery Theodolite by Srb & Stys of Prague, 1930s
Located in Doylestown, PA
Field artillery theodolite by Srb & Stys of Prague, signed, 1930s. Spectacular precision optical instrument of bronze, brass and steel utilized by the Czech military for artillery s...
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Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

Mid 20th centry vintage BP energol 2 stroke oil dispenser
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large piece of british motoring history circa 1950. Was in everyday use when we purchased.  Rectangular tall container with removable lid and fully functioning perfect pour shut off...
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Vintage Turquoise Delight: 1950s Floor Standing Ashtray with Vase Holders
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Charming and almost unique floor standing turquoise bluee ash tray with little bowls / vase holders dating back to the 1950s. This lovely vintage piece is made with authentic old sc...
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1950s Italian Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass

U.S Propellers Inc. Birch Drone Propeller
Located in New York, NY
U.S Propellers Inc. was established in 1942 as a manufacturer of aircraft propellers for the United States military during World War II. It played a crucial role in supporting aviati...
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20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Birch

Antique Wood Flower Mold Two Hole
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Flower Mold Two Hole 8.25 w x 3 d x 1.75 Original vintage condition unrestored See all images provided.
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Industrial Aluminum Airplane Step Stool, New York Airways
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, aluminum, airplane step stool features the stamp New York Airways, (1949-1968) on one side, a perforated top and rubber glides with all original, work-worn patina. It's a...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

1914 Oak Victrola Victor Talking Machine Record Player + 5 Records
Located in New York, NY
Original 1914 Model VV-VI Victor Talking Machine 78 speed record player housed in the original oak case with two doors that open to control the...
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1910s American Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Sony Vintage Vidicon Video Camera, Circa 1969, Classic, Iconic With Tripod
By Sony Corporation
Located in Dallas, US
Submitted for your consideration is this, circa 1969, Sony vintage Vidicon industrial television camera complete with a studio viewfinder and a Sony TV z...
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1960s Japanese Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Industrial Glove Mold Ceramic
Located in Matosinhos, 13
Set of 3 vintage ceramic industrial Glove Molds. Original vintage glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds. Each is stamped with the size and ...
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20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Anatomical Model, 1940's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Vintage anatomical model made in the 1940s/50s. It is made of plaster and steel wire. Hand-painted and very detailed. The organs are removable. The mo...
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1950s German Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster, Pine

Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Schaeffer & Budenberg stationary steam engine model. Made of cast iron featuring copper boiler The Budenberg Gauge Company was founded in 1918. The original pa...
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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Copper

Nautical Double Gauge Bubble Clinometer on Teak Back Plate by Conn. Valley Ind.
Located in Nantucket, MA
A double gauge bubble clinometer with precision glass tubing and nickel face mounted on a teak back plate. These tilt gauges were used on vessels to measure the angular slant of the ...
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Late 20th Century North American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Antique Carnival Gaming Wheel, France
Located in San Francisco, CA
Roulette originated in France and was brought to the United States, specifically New Orleans, in the late 18th Century. This antique metal gaming wheel with red painted number, is a...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Small Louis XV Style Burlwood Three Drawer Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage burlwood miniature three drawer chest of drawers. A perfect little book rest or drinks table. All drawers lined with printed Florentine paper.
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20th Century Italian Louis XV Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Burl

1970s Industrial Cast Aluminium and Brass Flame Proof Edison Striplight, Orange
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Korean flame proof Edison LED twin strip light made by Daeyang in the 1970s with bespoke signal orange finish. Original item salvaged from supertankers ...
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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Miniature Three Drawer Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming three drawer miniature Louis XV style chest of drawers. Place next to a chair as a book rest or drinks table. Would also make a nice jewelry chest.
Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Underwood Typewriter, C.1945
Located in San Francisco, CA
About An original Underwood typewriter with black crinkle finish. The typewriter functions properly except the space bar has ceased up and needs repair. New ribbon. The keys are bra...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Rare Ship's Copper Shutter Signal Light with Fresnel Lens
Located in Nantucket, MA
A rare ship's copper shutter signal light with a round Fresnel lens. The shutter on the side is used for transmitting Morse Code. The back has a door that gains access to the oil l...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Copper

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Mahogany Prayer Bench with Velvet Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique prayer chair in a bedroom for your daily devotions. Crafted in France, circa 1960, the traditional mahogany kneeler sits on ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mappin Paris 1950 Retro Multiuse Money Clip Sun Clock And Compass In Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Multiuse Money Clip Sun Clock And Compass designed by Mappin-Paris. Very unusual multiuse money clip, created in France by Mappin-Paris back in the 1950. In great shape and very ver...
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1950s French Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Late Century Iron, Brass and Glass Explosion Proof Industrial Pendant
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
This excellent example of an original explosion proof lamp was salvaged from an old Japanese ship. Dated c1975, it has the original ceramic and brass E27...
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1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Iron

Aircraft Design Wind Tunnel Scale Model of a Late 1960s GAC-100 Airliner
Located in London, GB
A 1/10 scale wind tunnel model of a GAC-100 Commuter airliner. Wingspan: 7ft (214 cm) The model is constructed out of laminated mahogany, and is built to the highest standards,...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mahogany

1970s British Bronze and Chrome AC GMT Co. Industrial Wall Clock White Dial
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Rescued from Industrial scrap yards and brought back to life in our UK workshop, our expert process allows us to create a high quality clock of luxury standards. At A.C GMT Co. we ...
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1970s English Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze, Steel, Chrome

Large Studio Portrait Camera
Located in Peekskill, NY
Cameras are not my expertise but we could not pass up on this beauty. The camera is signed ANSCO and the large lens reads DARLO OPTICIEN, PARIS 35436. I'm told that this lens is the most valuable...
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Early 19th Century Industrial Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Kodak No. 3A Model C Folding Camera c.1900-1915 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A large Eastman Kodak No. 3A folding camera. The body is wrapped in leather with black metal, chrome and brass accents on the lens. The camera features a hand-held shutter but...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Vintage Wilson Catcher's Mask, circa 1940 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original vintage catcher's mask by Wilson. The main body is carbon steel with thick, tan leather padding. The padding is held onto the body of the mask by brown leather str...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Rare Antique 1901 Steinway Model B Rosewood Grand Piano Louis XV Rococo Restored
Located in Dayton, OH
Fully Restored 1901 Steinway & Sons Model B Louis XV Baroque Rococo Grand Piano – Serial Number 99151, Full 88 key keyboard. The most exquisitely d...
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Early 20th Century American Louis XV Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fruitwood, Rosewood

Early Life Sized Anatomical Display, Jean Antoine Houdon
Located in Peekskill, NY
This striking plaster anatomical models is a half and half in the style of Jean Antoine Houdon. It shows the skeleton on one side and muscular layer on the other. The bust is full si...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster

Brass Compass on Stand by Cassens and Plath, English
Located in Nantucket, MA
A ship's brass English compass from a decommissioned lifeboat. This is made by Cassens and Plath, an English company. An important nautical navigational instrument used when underw...
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Pair of Masthead Brass Ship Navigational Nautical Lights
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of Masthead brass ship's navigational lights with Fresnel lens. These are originally oil lights which slide out from the back. They also have been converted to take an electrical bulb from above. Both are an option. We have also added a bracket in order to wall mount them. The Lockhart Collection is a personally curated gallery...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Cabine téléphonique insonorisé Française Outelec métal doré Circa 1970, vintage
By Dypout
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Cabine téléphonique industrielle des années 1970 ,insonorisée en métal. Elle a quelques marques mais peut facilement être repeinte voir customisée. Décoration très originale
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1970s French Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Seldom Seen Authentic Exploding Skull, Medical, After Claude Beauchêne
By Claude Beauchene
Located in Buffalo, NY
Authentic Exploding Skull Originally created by Edmé François Chauvot de Beauchêne (ca.1780-1830), a French anatomist and surgeon, developed this disarticulation method to comprehensively show all the cranial bones and their connections. The exploded skull...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Large Kodak Folding No. 3A Camera with Mahogany Inlay c.1903 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A large Eastman Kodak No. 3A folding camera with red bellows and Mahogany inlay. The body is wrapped in leather with chrome and brass accents. The camera folds to 2 inches. Th...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Antique Odd Fellows Ceremonial Mask with Hair and Beard c.1900 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An antique wire mesh mask used by members of the Odd Fellows organization. Hand painted with red and white painted eyes, cheek bones, nostrils, f...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Wire

Antique Kodak No. S Model E Folding Camera c.1900 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT The body is wrapped in leather with red bellows. Chrome, brass and leather accents on the lens. The camera may or may not work but is sold as a decorative object. Shown with ...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Rare M4 Leather WWII Horse Gas Mask
Located in Peekskill, NY
M4 US Government Army Issue World War II, vintage 1941-1942 Horse Gas Masks are very scarce. Due to the large size, most were discarded after the war. Occasionally, one will pop up, but most are incomplete or in poor condition. The M4 Horse Gas Mask has 2 large filter canisters, one placed on each shoulder of the horse. It has a chest mounted pack, and a rubber mask for the horse's muzzle. Flexible hoses run between the components, and leather straps keep everything secure to the horse. Horses (Cavalry) and Pack Mules were not as common in WWII as they were in WWI, making the Horse Gas Mask all the more rare. If you are a serious gas mask collector, consider the chance of finding another M4 Horse gas mask. Included is the signed canvas...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

1970's British Ultimate Gray /Monochrome Black AC GMT Co. Classic Wall Clock
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Quartz sweep seconds / non ticking wall clock finished in ultimate gray pantone 17-5104 Rescued from Industrial scrap yards and brought back to life in our UK workshop, our expert...
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1970s English Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Early 20th Century Leather Boxing Speed Ball, Wall Mounted
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Leather Boxing Wall Mounted Speed Punching Bag Wonderful vintage speed bag for the boxing enthusiast. The punching bag in vintage leather with our addit...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Ship's Anemometer and Aerovane Repurposed as Kinetic Sculpture
Located in Nantucket, MA
A ship's anemometer and aerovane used to measure wind speed and direction. These were mounted on top of large ships and connected to an instrument panel on the bridge. Old school t...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Antique Eastman Kodak "No. 1 Pocket Kodak" Folding Camera c.1909-1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A "No. 1 Pocket Kodak" folding camera. The body of camera is all leather with a leather handle and it folds smoothly closed to 1.25 inches. This camera has retained its orig...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Brass Swing Arm Sconces from Ship's Stateroom
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of brass, swing-arm bunk lights from a ship's stateroom. Measures 11" from the wall when bent in and 18" when fully extended The shade lifts off and has a diameter of 9". The ...
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Late 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Ohio State Basketball Trophy c.1935-1936 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Ohio State Journal Trophy basketball trophy top sponsored by "Morrey Jewelers" This was part of the Columbus Basketball League 1935- 1936. A r...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th c. French Elephant Pull Toy c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An early 20th century French elephant pull-toy covered in fabric with glass eyes mounted on a steel platform with steel and rubber wheels. CREATOR Unknown. Made in Franc...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Keuffel & Esser Co. Surveyor's Transit
Located in Savannah, GA
A 1912 Keuffel & Esser Co. railroad surveyor's transit. Includes outfitted mahogany case. All original with matching serials. Approximately 70 inches tall with a 24 inch leg sprea...
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1910s American Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Steel

Antique Fisher- Scientific Brass & Oak Complete Calibration Weight Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Fisher- Scientific Brass & Oak Complete Calibration Weight Set USA, Circa 1940s Originating from the USA, with locations in Canada and dating back to the 1940s, this is a rare and remarkable find—a complete 15-piece set of solid brass medical...
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20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Vintage large pulley Yugoslavia 1970s Industrial Home Decor Retro Loft Steel
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Add a touch of vintage industrial charm to your space with this fantastic large vintage pulley from Yugoslavia, dating back to the 1970s. This piece of industrial history is perfect ...
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Vintage pulley Yugoslavia 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Add a touch of vintage industrial charm to your space with this fantastic vintage pulley from Yugoslavia, dating back to the 1950s. This piece of industrial history is perfect for th...
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Antique Kodak No. 2 Premo Folding Camera c.1916 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original Eastman Kodak No. 2 folding camera. The body of camera is all leather with that folds smoothly closed to 1.5 inches. This camera has retained its original finish...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Set of Cast Iron and Glass Rings c.1940 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A set of three cast iron rings with smaller rings on top. Convex glass on both sides in each piece. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1960. MATERIALS AN...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Antique Schoenhut "Humpty Dumpty Collection" Giraffe Circus Toy c.1903-1935
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Jointed wooden giraffe manufactured in the 1900s by the Schoenhut Piano Company as part of the Humpty Dumpty Circus collection. Made from c...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Large Kodak No. 2C Folding Pocket Camera/Leather Case c.1914 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original large Eastman Kodak No. 2C folding pocket camera with red bellows. The body is wrapped in leather with chrome and brass accents. The camera folds to 2.25 inches. O...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Antique Schoenhut "Humpty Dumpty Collection" Lion Circus Toy c.1903-1935
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Jointed wooden lion manufactured in the 1900s by the Schoenhut Piano Company as part of the "Humpty Dumpty Circus" collection. Made from ca...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Carousel Motorcycle - Motorbike by Fonlupt, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Carousel Motorcycle - Motorbike - Motor Bike by Fonlupt France. A French vintage child's motorbike used on the roundabout - merry-go-round - fairground - funfair. A 1950s metal r...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Schoenhut "Humpty Dumpty Collection" Dark Lion Circus Toy c.1903-1935
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Jointed wooden lion manufactured in the 1900s by the Schoenhut Piano Company as part of the "Humpty Dumpty Circus" collection. Made from ca...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Pair of Brass Ship's Beacon Lights with Fresnel Lens
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of rare ship's beacon lights with Fresnel glass lens. Brass bracket feet, backplate and lid with side clamps to allow access to the bulb. These are originally European and have been rewired for American use. Takes a standard base light bulb. Deborah Lockhart Phillips, owner of The Lockhart Collection, sources one-of-a-kind pieces from all over the world; and often transforms nautical artifacts...
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Mid-20th Century European Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Large Kodak No. 2 Folding Camera with Leather Case c.1903 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A large leather wrapped Eastman Kodak Anastigmat No.2 folding camera with chrome and brass accents. Original leather case with brass lock. Folds smoothly closed to 2.25 inch...
Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome, Brass

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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