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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Shot in Sicily: 20 Years of Photographs, 1987-2007 - Michael Roberts - 2007
Located in London, GB
Published by Edition 7L Publishers, 1st edition, Paris, 2007. Hardback with English text. This book showcases Michael Robert’s next works in black-and-white photographs. It presents...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Japanese Hinamatsuri Doll 'Shicho' Nakijyogo 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a doll which we use for Hinamatsuri day. This person is one of Shicho. This person has a rake. He is called Shicho, Nakijyogo. This doll was made with plastic, cotton, bambo...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Collectibles and Curiosities

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Cotton, Silk, Bamboo, Plastic

17th-18th Century Carved Spanish Baroque Christ, Nino, Santo
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful baroque baby Jesus with glass eyes and a very strong expression. Wonderful and rare original period piece. Spain, circa 1650-1750. Weathered, losses and old repairs. Measur...
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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Christian Dior - Richard Martin & Harold Koda - 1st Edition, New York, 1996
Located in London, GB
Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1st edition, New York, 1996. Hardback with English text. 151 coloured plates, chiefly drawn from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costum...
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1990s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Historical Map of Canaan with Insets of Jerusalem and Surrounding Regions, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map titled "CANAAN" depicts the historical region known as Canaan, located in the Levant, which corresponds to modern-day Israel, Palestinian territories, Lebanon, and parts of S...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Catholic Virgin Mary Figure Glass Dome Monastery Work, Germany Altotting
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An antique glass dome with Virgin Mary figure and some other wooden and glass parts. It has also a touch relic of Agnus Dei. Found at an estate sale...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Collectibles and Curiosities

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Composition

Persia The Immortal Kingdom by Ghirshman Minorsky Sanghvi 1971
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Persia The Immortal Kingdom by Ghirshman Minorsky Sanghvi 1971. Persia, the Immortal Kingdom by Vladimir Minorsky, Ramesh Sanghvi and Roman Ghirshman, William MacQuitty (photographs)...
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20th Century Islamic Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Carl Aubock Polished Brass "Hand" Keychain #5732
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Carl Aubock polished brass "Hand" Keychain #5732. Produced by Carl Auböck IV in the original Auböck workshop in Vienna, Austria using the same standards, high-quality materials, orig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Three Foot Ship Captains Spyglass
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique telescope from Negretti and Zambra of London. The exceptionally long barrel is three feet closed and fifty two inches open. Black cover. Great optics. Weight: 5 lbs. Overall...
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1920s North American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Painting of Holy Mary & Child after Nicolo Barabino in Oak Gothic Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Symbolic and meaningful work of religious art with original label on the back. Framed oil on wooden panel, Madonna and child, after Italian Nicolo Barabino (1833-1891). The original...
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1890s Italian Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak, Paint, Wood

19th Century Teddy Bear
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th century Teddy bear with charming time worn patina
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19th Century Belgian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric

Antique French embossed copper plate - Let the little children come to me
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Antique French copper work picturing Jesus Christ talking to children, illustrating famous "let the little children come to me" biblical recommandation. Early 19th century circa 1820...
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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper

Ottawa River Yacht Club Flag
Located in Norwell, MA
Framed nautical flag with an embroidered flag from the Ottawa River Yacht Club, The burgee flag is fitted inside a ships wheel. Nicely framed We...
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1960s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Linen

monk Light and Shadow on the Philosopher's Path
Located in New York City, NY
An evocative and personal chef monograph – and an ode to wood-fired cooking – from Japan's exciting emerging chef Monk is the story of Yoshihiro Imai's 14-seat, seasonally inspired ...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Art Deco Era German Tin Litho Mechanical Coin Bank
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This lithographed tin coin bank was produced in Germany in circa 1935 in the period Art Deco style. The bank is shaped like a coin box with a man's face on the front. When the lever ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Georgian Mahogany Watch Hutch in the Form of a Columned Portico
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
George III mahogany watch hutch of architectural form having fluted columns on a stepped base and supporting a gabled roof. The setback facade with a double door below a circular "wi...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Scale model of an Italian motorboat from the 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Scale model of an Italian speedboat 1950s, wooden planking hull, mounted on wood and brass base. Length cm 25 - inches 9.8, width cm 8.8 - inches 3.4, height with base cm 8.5 - inc...
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1950s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Jamie O’Brien’s personal Pipeline surfboard by Y.U (Yoshinori Ueda)
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Jamie O’Brien’s personal Pipeline surfboard made by Y.U (Yoshinori Ueda). Features O’Brien’s signature pink airbrush-fade with jet black rails. Made specifically for riding barrels at iconic Hawaiian...
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2010s Japanese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Table lighter Lancel - "La boule de Lancel" 1920s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Table lighter Lancel "Le boule de Lancel" - Patent Pending.SGDG 75-22 - in brass One of the early automatic lighters (1920s-1930s) Golden brass mechanism
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Pair of french Art Deco Zadounaïsky ashtrays
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pair of french Art Deco original ashtrays by sculptor Michel Zadounaïsky circa 1930. They're in wrought iron and top in copper, both signed on the base. The elegant shape is typical ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper, Wrought Iron

My Art Book of Friendship
Located in New York City, NY
Selected as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023. This keepsake children’s book celebrates friendship in a new and accessible way: through art. Featuring a bright stylish cover and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cartier High Jewelry Coffee Table Book by Hans Nadelhoffer, Italian Version
By Hans Nadelhoffer
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful hard-cover Cartier High Jewelry coffee table book by Hans Nadelhoffer, 1984. Book showcases royal and high jewelry, timepieces, a...
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Late 20th Century Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Early 20th C. Copper dinosaur diorama
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand made. Hammered copper Amazing. Almost sci-fi. I have never seen anything like this before. Possible ex museum collection. Two plaques on the front and back that would have held...
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Early 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper

How Old Am I? Book
Located in New York City, NY
A first-ever children's visual reference book on age — and a unique celebration of the diversity of humankind around the globe For young children, the concept of age is abstract whe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

c.1800 Portable English Orrery by W. Robinson
Located in Greenlawn, NY
c.1800 Portable English Orrery by W. Robinson The circular base is covered with a brightly decorated polychrome paper that shows the astrological houses, the months, visual displays...
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Early 1800s English Other Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Circa 1860-80 English Marquetry Inlaid Cribbage Board
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1860-80 marquetry inlaid cribbage board, English. Burl amboyna wood with walnut, satinwood, boxwood, kingwood & ebony raised on brass ball feet. As fine as they come! Pegs are ...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Cartographic Elegance: The Art and Science of 17th-Century Asian Maps, ca.1681
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique map is an artifact from a pivotal era in cartography, reflecting not only the geographical knowledge of its time but also the intertwining of art and science in...
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1680s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Bronze primitive Christian crucifix "Nkangi Kiditu" made by Bakongo people DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
This crucifix, cast in solid bronze, is known as a Nkangi Kiditu, qui signifie « Christ protecteur », and is from the Kongo people of the Congo. Christ is portrayed with his head inclined to the left, his eyes closed and his mouth shut. The right ankle over the left, with a small loin cloth cast, the nipples marked and with radiating geometric patterns to denote his ribs and hair. The Christ figure is stylized, the face severely abstracted and hands and feet treated as fanlike forms.The Portuguese presence in the coastal regions of west Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries saw the local tribal people absorb European influence. The Kingdom of Kongo, founded in the 14th century, has some of the earliest Christian influence in sub-Saharan Africa. The conversion to Christianity in 1512 of King Alfoso I of the Kongo saw the subsequent creation by Kongolese bronze casters of Christian crucifixes...
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19th Century Congolese Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Bronze

Vintage Mid-Century Original 1970s Givenchy Precious Stone Choker Necklace
Located in San Diego, CA
Hubert de Givenchy established the House of Givenchy in 1952 in Paris. The young designer quickly gained attention for his elegant and sophisticated designs, characterized by a blend...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Historical Map of the Black Sea and Surrounding Regions, 1705
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Map of Turcomania, Georgia, and Comania" This print presents an intricately detailed map of the Caucasus region, titled “Turcomania, Georgien Commanie,” by the esteemed cart...
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Early 1700s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of The Kingdom of Alexander the Great, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map is titled "ALEXANDRI MAGNI REGNUM," which translates to "The Kingdom of Alexander the Great." It depicts the vast territories conquered by Alexander the Great during his reig...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Memoirs: Year of Decisions and Years of Trial and Hope, Signed by Harry Truman
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Truman, Harry. Memoirs by Harry S. Truman: Year of Decisions [and] Years of Trial and Hope. New York: Doubleday & Company, 1955-1956. Special Kansas City Limited Edition. Two Volumes...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Tattoo You: A New Generation of Artists
Located in New York City, NY
A cutting-edge illustrated survey of 75 contemporary tattoo artists from around the world who are pushing the boundaries of their art form With nearly 700 images, Tattoo You: A New Generation of Artists showcases 75 rising stars who are redefining the industry. The first book of its kind, Tattoo You features artists curated by a global panel of experts, including some of tattooing’s most important names, such as Grace Neutral, Claudia De Sabe, Matt McCormick...
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2010s Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Carved oak dinner gong
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved oak dinner gong, the oak frame with mask pediment above a leaf-carved scroll decorated frame supporting the original brass gong. All raised on scrolling legs. Dimensions Heigh...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Antique Lithography Map of Cheshire, English, Framed, Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Cheshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and lat...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Cendrier Servofumo noir de Achille et Pier Castiglioni pour Zanotta Italy 1960
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Servofumo est un cendrier ou vide poche ultra design, réalisé par Achille et Pier Giacomo Castiglioni fabriqué de 1961 à 1986 pour Zanotta. Il appartient à la série "Servi" d'Achille...
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1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Aluminum, Cut Steel

Intro. US Revenue Stamps & Intro. to US Imperforate Stamps, 1st Ed's
Located in valatie, NY
Introduction to United States Revenue Stamps by Richard Friedberg and Classic U.S. Imperforate Stamps by Jon Rose. Published by Linn's Stamp News, 1994/1990. 1st Ed softcover.s Reven...
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1990s American Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Jacques Staunton Chess Set
Located in Flower Mound, TX
Jaques of London. Original Staunton limited edition chess set, no. 035184 (kings 9cm), in original box with key. Staunton chess pieces are the most common and familiar pieces today. ...
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20th Century English Other Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Boxwood

Great Women Painters
Located in New York City, NY
A sumptuous survey of over 300 women painters and their work spanning almost five centuries Great Women Painters is a groundbreaking book that reveals a richer and more varied telling of the story of painting. Featuring more than 300 artists from around the world, it includes both well-known women painters from history and today's most exciting rising stars. Covering nearly 500 years of skill and innovation, this survey continues Phaidon's celebrated The Art Book series and reveals and champions a more diverse history of art, showcasing recently discovered and newly appreciated work and artists throughout its more than 300 pages and images. Artists featured include: Hilma af Klint, Eileen Agar, Sofonisba Anguissola...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Winterthur by Jay E. Cantor, Signed and Inscribed by the Author
Located in valatie, NY
Winterthur by Jay E. Cantor, Signed and Inscribed by the Author. Published by Harry N. Abrams, New York, NY, 1986. 2nd Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Traces the history of the Delawa...
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1980s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

CHAGALL: Vitraux pour Jérusalem - Paris, 1st Edition, 1961
Located in London, GB
Published by Musées des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, 1st edition, 1961. Softcover with French text. A scarce catalogue published for the 1961 exhibition at the Musées des Arts Décoratifs. This volume documents Chagall’s stained glass...
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1960s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Antique Double Barel Victorian Brass Tripod Telescope London 1915
Located in Sofia, BG
20th Century large antique double barel Victorian brass telescope raised on a foldable wooden tripod made in London in 1915. Very good original condition.
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Early 20th Century English Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

What a Rock Can Reveal
Located in New York City, NY
A stunningly illustrated, informative introduction to the wonders of rocks and minerals and what they can tell us about our planet – perfect for readers aged 6-9 Award-winning scien...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Solid Brass Ships Telegraph By Bendix
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished engine order telegraph by Bendix of New York. With painted faceplates with ships commands full, half, slow, stand by, stop, ahead and astern. Twin face design, two ha...
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1930s North American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Ships Telegraph By Bendix of Brooklyn NY
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished brass ships engine order telegraph by Bendix of Brooklyn N.Y. Serial number CB-13402-5A is also shown. Ships commands slow, half, full, stop, astern and ahead are the displa...
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1930s North American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Chelsea Flower Show Interest - Gold Medal Prize for 1937 Made By Omar Ramsden
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Omar Ramsden, this wonderful, Sterling Silver Chalice, is in the Arts & Crafts taste, and features the original gilding and the cast and applied crest...
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1930s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Russian Icon 'Our Lady of Kazan' with Selected Saints, Mid-19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with a beautiful orthodox icon from the mid-19th century in Russia. Our Lady of Kazan, also known as the Mother of God of Kazan, known as the Holy Protector of Russia,...
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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

"Boy Riding An Alligator" Vintage Wind-Up Toy by J. Chein Co., N.J., Circa 1935
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured circa 1935 by The J. Chein Company in Harrison, New Jersey, this vintage tin toy, when wound up, depicts a young boy in islander garb, trying to ride an alligator who da...
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1930s American Folk Art Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Tin

14K Gold Mid Century Charm Bracelet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Charming mid-century ladies' charm bracelet featuring 3 charms with room to add more. All 3 have 14K gold markings on them as well as the substantial gold chain. Charms feature a cherub holding a burning jewel heart, a basket of roses, and a New York Cityscape. Charms feature gems of Garnet, Emerald, and pink and blue Sapphire. They hang on a substantial 14K gold chain with a heart...
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1950s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold

Jorge Zalszupin Modern Design in Brazil Book by Maria Loschiavo dos Santos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jorge Zalszupin Modern Design in Brazil book by Maria Cecilia Loschiavo dos Santos published in Brazil in 2014 in Portuguese and English. Never published i...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Italy with Insets of Rome and Major Cities, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map titled "ITALIA" depicts the Italian peninsula along with Sicily, Sardinia, and Corsica, labeled with regions such as "Etruria" and cities like "Roma" and "Syracuse". Insets h...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Octane Fitness Lateral Elliptical LX 8000 Crosstrainer Commercial Gym Equipment
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Octaine Fitness Lateral Elliptical LX8000. Setting a new standard for innovation, Octane’s award-winning Lateral X keeps getting better. Now with a streamlined design, contemporary colors and a quieter stride adjustment motor, this cross trainer offers adjustable movement that transitions from a vertical, stepping motion to a lateral motion for greater challenge and results. Studies show that Lateral X users burn up to 27% more calories and use up to 30% more of the inner and outer thighs when going from the lowest to greatest lateral width setting. Complementing workouts is a choice of a smart or standard console, or a personal viewing screen, which include options such as an Internet browser, streaming videos, mobile device charging, TV, movies and more. Firmware updates and asset management enhance the performance of the LateralX, and the smart console also adds interactive video coaching for CROSS Circuit, along with Workout Booster videos. 10″ glass capacitive touch screen Workout Boosters and CROSS Circuit video coaching Simultaneously displays essential workout data Wi-Fi enabled Web browsing, video streaming Web applications USB port (charging capabilities) 15 workout programs and 30 resistance levels Wireless heart rate compatibility – ANT+ and Polar Digital contact heart rate sensors 3 speed console fan Add on options: Personal viewing screen and wireless 900Mhz Max user weight: 400 lbs. Dimensions W x L (foot print): 42"" x 63"" Machine Weight: 388 lbs. (176 kgs.) Lateral Motion Reinventing cross training, the innovative Lateral X utilizes varying planes of motion, including a stepping movement and adjustable, side-to-side motion, for functional exercise that builds stamina, muscular endurance and core stability. Research shows a 27% increase in caloric expenditure going from lateral width 1 to lateral width 10, and a 30% increase in outer and inner thigh work over traditional ellipticals. The variety within the movements keeps exercisers motivated and enjoying workouts!* *Study conducted by Minnesota State University Mankato going from lateral width 1 to lateral width 10. Stepping Motion For additional variety, the stepping motion can be used to alternate with lateral movements, for recovery or to incorporate beneficial cross training and target different muscle groups. Exercisers are free to customize their motion at any time throughout workouts. Upper-Body Ergonomics The upper body gets totally involved using the patented, breakthrough Multi-Grip and Converging Path handlebars, which fits exercisers comfortably. It’s easy to target different arm, chest and back muscles by changing the hand position on the Multi-Grip handlebars, which include fingertip controls for stride width and resistance. And the Converging Path handlebars follow the natural path of the arms when walking, running or moving side to side. Space-Efficient Design Designed with a compact footprint and self-powered operation, the Lateral X fits anywhere in a fitness facility, which makes it easy to floor several units to meet demand and accommodate many exercisers. It’s simple to get on and off the machine safely with its low step-up height and rear access. Workout Boosters Adding interval training to Lateral X routines is as easy as pushing a button to take on Octane’s trademark Workout Boosters, like X-Mode, QuadPower and Thigh Toner, which deliver greater challenges using quick bursts of cross training movements that target the entire body. Personal Entertainment The Lateral X boasts supreme entertainment with a choice of a smart or standard console, which add various options, including an Internet browser, ANT+ compatibility and mobile device charging. Both also can be equipped with a personal viewing screen (PVS) or 9000Mhz wireless receiver for premium customization. The PVS adds a multitude of TV and movie selections with integrated keypad controls, and the receiver is compatible with Cardio Theater, Broadcast Vision, MYE Entertainment and more. Smart console technology Fuel exercisers with the best entertainment experience by upgrading to the smart console that equips users to multitask. Users benefit from a great workout while staying up-to-date on all the latest information on the Internet. With the smart consoles, individuals can browse the web, quickly access applications, stream video and take advantage of video coaching for select programs. Solo Routine Octane’s trademark CROSS Circuit that combines cardio intervals with strength training now comes alive with videos that show proper execution of hundreds of strength training exercises. Plus, users can easily add effective interval training to workouts with any Workout Booster, which now are illustrated via video demos that keep exercisers engaged and using correct form. Asset management Provided by Eco Fit Networks, Octane’s asset management measures and shares valuable data from cardiovascular equipment that club owners can analyze to ensure proper equipment placement, equal usage, timely preventive maintenance and minimal downtime with service needs. Entertainment Today’s exercisers want to stay entertained and motivated throughout workouts, which can boost adherence and results. The smart console fully equips them to select from several popular options, including Internet surfing, web video streaming and web applications. With these interactive choices, boredom is banished and exercisers can extend workouts. Faster Results CROSS Circuit helps you get fitter faster by combining cardio intervals on the elliptical with strength-training exercises on the floor next to the machine. Individuals use the PowerBlock adjustable dumbbells stored conveniently at the back of the elliptical for virtually unlimited exercise variety. With cardio and strength in a rigorous interval routine, exercisers can burn calories, build muscle and boost metabolism. Time efficient and motivational, this powerful program can be performed by individual exercisers, in personal training one-on-one sessions and in small group training. CROSS Circuit Pro The hottest trend in health clubs...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

20th Century English Silver Shaving Brush & Stand, Christopher Lawrence, c.1976
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late 20th Century English grooming brush with a solid silver handle on a silver stand to rest the brush. Comes in a beautiful original red presentation box, "Kent of London" as wel...
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20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Barometro aneroide marino inglese in rovere fine '800 firmato John Barker & C.
Located in Milan, IT
Antico barometro aneroide marino inglese della fine dell'800 in legno di rovere scolpito come una cima, ottone e vetro. Firmato John Barker & C Ltd Kensingotn. Buono stato. Funziona...
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Late 19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Fountain Pens and Pencils: The Golden Age of Writing Instruments - 1990
Located in London, GB
Published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 1st edition, 1990. Hardback with English text. Profusely illustrated with over a thousand fountain pens with full or nearly full-sized colour...
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1990s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Bocce Game Set by Gio Bagnara
Located in New York, NY
GIOBAGNARA Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing a philosophy that inco...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Wood

Antique Cabinet Maker's Drawing Book, Thomas Sheraton, English, Georgian, C.1812
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique copy of the Cabinet Maker's Drawing Book by Thomas Sheraton. An English, bound reference guide, dating to the Georgian period, published 1793. Highly influential ...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Rudyard KIPLING. Many Inventions. 1893 - FIRST EDITION - SIGNED !
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: KIPLING, Rudyard. TITLE: Many Inventions. PUBLISHER: London: Macmillan & Co., 1893. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION SIGNED. 1 vol., signed by Kipling on the title-page under h...
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1890s British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric

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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