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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Period: 1910s
Authentic Old Map of Southeast Asia with Original Border Coloring, 1745
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Kaartje van Oost-Indien na de stelling van den Heer Guillaume de L'Isle"
Translates to "Map of the East-Indies based on the work of Mr. Guillaume de L'Isle." Guillaume de L...
Category
1740s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
19th Century Antique Chinese Hetian Jade Hand Carved Dragon Bangle Bracelet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Immerse yourself in the allure of history with this captivating Antique Chinese Hand Carved Jade Bangle Bracelet. Crafted with skill and precision, the jade bangle boasts an enchanti...
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Jade
Roseaux, St. Lucia Island Map by BELLIN, Handcolored Engraving, 1763
Located in Langweer, NL
Dating back to around 1763, this antique hand-colored print, a creation by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, unveils a meticulously detailed "Plan du Cul de Sac des Roseaux dans l'Isle de Ste....
Category
1760s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Shakespeare. The Taming of the Shrew - FOURTH FOLIO - 1685 - page 189/186
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: SHAKESPEARE, William.
TITLE: The Works of William Shakespeare. (The Taming of the Shrew) - page 189/186.
PUBLISHER: London: Printed for H. Herringman, E. Brewster and R. Bentley, 1685.
DESCRIPTION: THE FOURTH FOLIO. 189/186p., correctly-incorrectly numbered, 1 leaf extracted from the fourth folio, 13-3/4" x 9", good margins.
CONDITION: A VERY GOOD leaf...
Category
1680s British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
A Finely Carved High Relief of St John
Located in London, GB
A Finely Carved High Relief of St John
Shown holding a candle together with a book
Superb colour and patina
Oak
England
17th Century
Size: 32.5cm high, 30cm wide, 11cm deep - 12¾...
Category
17th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Oak
Stunning Decorative Antique Map of Venice in Italy, ca.1787
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Piano elevato dell'inclita città di Venezia
Bird's-eye view (etching) of Venice.
Print made by: Marco Sebastiano Giampiccoli
After: Matthäus Merian I
Two copper engraved sh...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Antique French Map of Asia Including China Indoneseia India, 1783
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice map of Asia. 1783 Dedie au Roy.
Additional information:
Country of Manufacturing: Europe
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Condition: Overall Condition B (Good Used)...
Category
18th Century European Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
1778-84 Present State of Husbandry in Scotland
Located in Bath, GB
A scarce six volume collection regarding agriculture in Scotland during the eighteenth century, with delightful gilt spines.
ESTC Citation No. T103102.
This work examines agricultu...
Category
Late 18th Century European Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
18th Century Italian Tabernacle Door Fragment
Located in San Angelo, TX
18th Century Italian Tabernacle Door Fragment. Unique piece that can go anywhere. Perfect for a sculpture on the wall in a hallway or niche.
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold Leaf
Barados and St Christopher or St Kitts and Nevis Islands in the Caribbean, 1748
Located in Langweer, NL
This original map, a copperplate engraving by Le Rouge, presents two significant areas in the Caribbean. Titled "Isle St. Christophle une des Antilles aux anglois" and "La Barbade. d...
Category
Mid-18th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Antique Carte de L'Inde Myanmar, Malaysia Vietnam Map of Asia the Chinese Empire
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Carte de L'Inde Myanmar, Malaysia Vietnam Map of Asia the Chinese Empire
Very nice map of Asia.
Additional information:
Type: Map
Country of Man...
Category
18th Century European Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Original Engraved Map of Saint Lucia in the West Indies by Bellin, 1758
Located in Langweer, NL
The "Carte de L’Isle de Sainte Lucie" by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, a prominent figure as the Royal Hydrographer and engineer of the French Navy, is a remarkable antique map showcasing ...
Category
1750s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Wall-Mounted Weather Station in Art Nouveau Style Carved Walnut 1910s
By A. de Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Wall-mounted weather station in carved walnut made in Belgium by A. de Lambert. High quality mechanism with jeweled movement barometer and thermometer (in centigrade)
Unusual design ...
Category
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Walnut
Martinique Island in the Caribbean by Bellin Original Original Antique Map, 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
This mid-18th century map, "Carte de l'Isle de la Martinique pour servir a l'historie generale des voyages," was issued in 1780 by M. Bellin in Paris. It presents a detailed and visually captivating depiction of the Island of Martinique within the context of the Caribbean and the Lesser Antilles.
**Title:** Carte de l'Isle de la Martinique pour servir a l'historie generale des voyages
**Issuer:** M. Bellin
**Date:** 1780
**Location Coverage:** North America, Caribbean, Martinique, Lesser Antilles
This engraved map is notable for its pleasing aesthetics, featuring lovely hand coloring that enhances its visual appeal. The inclusion of a scroll cartouche, an ornamental frame, and measurement lines adds a distinctive and visually appealing quality to the map.
Martinique, situated within the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean, is presented with meticulous detail, showcasing geographical features, coastlines, settlements, and other notable landmarks. Bellin, known for his accuracy in cartography, crafted this map to serve as a geographical reference within the broader context of historical voyages and exploration.
The combination of detailed cartographic information and artistic embellishments, such as hand coloring and decorative elements, makes this map not only a valuable geographical document but also a visually pleasing piece of cartographic art...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage 1968 Edition Dali de Draeger by Max Gerard Book Art Table Book
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible art table book that is enigmatic as well as unique. This book from the first edition, was limited to 1500 copies. This book is full of surprises and beauty. This copy with a full page original illustration by Dali in black pen on verso of front free endpaper, depicting three men and their horses crossing...
Category
1690s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Map of the Peninsula of India with Part of Ceylon by Wyld, 1844
Located in Langweer, NL
This extensive map of India, spanning two sheets, draws from Reynell’s original map and incorporates data provided by Sir Archibald Campbell, as well as surveys conducted by Colonel ...
Category
Mid-18th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Authentic Old Map of Sumatra, Malaysia and Singapore, 1745
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Kaartje van't Eiland Sumatra en de Maleidse Kust gelegen na de stelling van de G. de L'Isle"
Published by Jacob Keizer and by Jan de Lat
Creator: Keizer, Jacob, active 1706...
Category
1740s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Two 19th Century Spanish Colonial Brass Slipper Stirrups
Located in Stamford, CT
Two great examples of 18th century Spanish Colonial slipper stirrups. Not a pair, each similar yet different. One is brass with a lovely floral decoration, the other a rare copper type with a simple incised design. Both with a wonderful patina that only comes with real age and use. These definitely put in some serious miles. Possibly used in battle, or just to protect the rider from bramble. Imagine what these pieces of history may have witnessed. Unique gift for the equestrian or collector of horse memorabilia...
Category
Mid-18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Copper
A Large Heart Shaped Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Reliquary
Located in London, GB
A Large Heart Shaped Rock Crystal Silver Mounted Reliquary
Silver, Rock-Crystal, Polychrome
Spain
17th Century
SIZE: 9cm high, 7.5cm wide, 1.5cm deep - 3½ ins high, 3 ins wide, ⅔...
Category
17th Century Spanish Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique Print of the Malabar Coast of India showing the VOC establishments, 1726
Located in Langweer, NL
Dutch print with the title: Platte Grond van t'Fort Tricoen male met de daar aangelegen Pagoods-Berg (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)
The map is taken from: 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' van...
Category
1720s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Antique Early Romanesque Gothic Architectural Tabernacle Niche Door
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique ecclesiastical architectural hand carved and painted wooden church - cathederal tabernacle door.
18th century or earlier, early Medieval European Romanesque Gothic style, facade with elaborate arched header atop partial quartfoil, hinged tabernacle door panel which would have opened to important religious niche...
Category
18th Century European Gothic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
18th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Painted Putti / Cherub
Located in Hastings, GB
Hand carved winged German Baroque Putti, water gilded over applied gesso, the face and head polychrome painted. Small hanging loop to the back of the head.
Width 26cm x Height 19cm ...
Category
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gesso, Wood, Giltwood
Original Antique Map of Brasil, Published in the 16th Century, 1561
Located in Langweer, NL
This important Ruscelli map of Brazil, from his work La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Alessandrino, is one of the earliest obtainable modern maps of the re...
Category
1660s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Stunning Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Elm Wood Blanket Chest / Trunk 1750
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking and patina antique Gothic trunk, made of solid elmwood.
This impressive looking and practical size chest shows a number of deep and...
Category
Early 18th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wrought Iron
Original Antique Engrving of Chinese Tartary in the 18th Century, 1737
Located in Langweer, NL
The antique map titled " Ozieme feuille particuls de la Tartarie Chinoise, qui contient un pays dependant de la russie aucouchant de NIPTCHOU " translates to "Sixth sheet of parts of...
Category
1730s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Cinderella, Edited by C.S. Evans, Signed by Arthur Rackham, Edition de Lux, 1919
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Evans, C.S. (editor). Rackham, Arthur (illustrator). Cinderella. London & Philadelphia: William Heinemann and J.B. Lippincott Co., 1919. Numbered #53/325 copies of the Edition de Lux...
Category
1910s American Art Deco Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Persimmon Wood Small Head Golf Club, Driver by R. Forgan
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Robert Forgan Wood Golf Club.
A good small head persimmon wood driver with hickory shaft by Robert Forgan & Son of St Andrews. The club head stamped 'R. Forgan'. The club has an old ...
Category
1910s Scottish Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Hickory
18th Century Carved And Painted Wooden Crucifix From France
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An early 18th Century antique hand carved and polychromed hand painted table crucifix from France with its original patina preserved.
This crucifix could possible date back as early ...
Category
Early 18th Century French Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fruitwood
Print of a Dutch VOC Fort on the Peninsula Trincomalee, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), 1726
Located in Langweer, NL
Dutch print with the title: Platte Grond van t'Fort Tricoen male met de daar aangelegen Pagoods-Berg (Trincomalee, Sri Lanka)
The map is taken from: 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' van...
Category
1720s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
17th-18th Century Italian Hand carved Wooden Reliquary Bust of a Saint
Located in Buisson, FR
Spectacular and very decorative piece. Large hand carved wooden reliquary bust of a saint. Beautiful weathered color and gilding. Small losses/Old repairs and without the relics. Ita...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Small mahogany wood pocket compass in use WW1 aviation officers
Located in Milan, IT
Piccola bussola da tasca in legno di mogano e ottone in use by British aviation officers during World War I complete with eight-wind rose with goniometric circle and compass needle ...
Category
1910s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Golf Book, Bernhard Darwin, Golf Courses of the British Isles
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Antique Golf Book, The Golf Courses of the British Isles Described by Bernard Darwin.
A fantastic first edition golf book written by Bernard Darwin, one of the greatest golf writers ever to put pen to paper. 'THE GOLF COURSES OF THE BRITISH ISLES, DESCRIBED BY BERNARD DARWIN, PAINTED BY HARRY ROUNTREE...
Category
1910s British Sporting Art Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Antique Engraving of the Island Nzwani or Anzuany of the Comoros Islands, 1726
Located in Langweer, NL
Historical titles: Ansjouan, Ansuany, Anjouan, Anzuani, Anzuany
Country: Comoros
The map is taken from: 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' van François Valentyn.
1) Ottens, Frederik (engra...
Category
1720s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
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...
Category
1910s American Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Steel
Devotional plaque, Immaculate Conception. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Devotional plaque, Immaculate Conception. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.
Bronze devotional plate with washer at the top that presents a relief on the front. In this you can s...
Category
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
Rare 17th Century South American Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Rare 17th Century Cedar Shrine.
Straight box with padded doors. Interior with decorative arch in the shape of a portal.
Dimensions in centimeters: 52cm W x 26,50 cm D x 71 cm H.
Th...
Category
Late 17th Century Brazilian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cedar
Alnmått (Cubit measure) in iron with gilded details. Baroque, dated 1731
Located in Knivsta, SE
Swedish Alnmått (Cubit measure) in iron with gilded details. Baroque, dated 1731. Provenance: Baron Carl Emanuel Cederström, great collector during the mid-19th Century in Sweden.
W...
Category
1730s Swedish Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Roman Marble Architectural Decoration - 1st / 2nd century AD
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Roman marble architectural Decoration
1st-2nd century AD
14 x 9,5 x 5
on a modern metal stand
Decorated in three sides with vegetal elements, le...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble
18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Sixth Station of the Cross"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wall with this colorful religious antique painting. Created in France, circa 1780, the artwork is set in the original frame and depicts the 6th station of the cross " Vero...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Canvas
DICKENS, Charles (Arthur Rackham). A Christmas Carol. LIMITED SIGNED EDITION
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles (Arthur Rackham)
TITLE: A Christmas Carol.
PUBLISHER: London: Heinemann, 1915.
DESCRIPTION: LIMITED SIGNED EDITION. 1 vol., 11-9/16" x 9-3/8", limited to ...
Category
1910s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather
18th Century Naples Italy nativity figure
Located in London, GB
18th Century Naples, Italy nativity figure
A larger than normal late 18th Century Italian nativity figure. Hand carved articulated pine joint limbs,...
Category
18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Pine
Silver Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French, circa 1780
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy
No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Silver brass octagonal dial with fo...
Category
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Brass
Pliny, Gaius Secundus: HISTORIE OF THE WORLD
Located in Middletown, NY
A rare and complete first English edition of this seminal work.
Pliny, Gaius Secundus / Plinius, Gaius Secundus (23-79 AD) / Translated by Philemon Holland.
The Historie of the Wor...
Category
Early 17th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
17th-18th Century Italian Hand carved Wooden Reliquary Bust of a Saint
Located in Buisson, FR
Spectacular and very decorative piece. Large carved wooden reliquary bust of a Saint. Beautiful weathered paint and gilding. Small losses / old repairs and without the relics. Italy ...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Rare 17th Century South American Colonial Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Rare 17th Century South American Colonial Shrine
Straight box with pediment cut into stylized volutes. Made of polished cedar, with wrought iron fittings, this oratory reflects the ...
Category
Late 17th Century Brazilian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cedar
Small Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath. These are often Extremely well Crafted with Extraordinary inlaid Silver Designs accentuated with “Neillo”. This Inlaid Handl...
Category
16th Century Turkish Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Gorgeous 18th Century Baroque South American Floral Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Lovely 18th Century shrine in polychrome cedar. Rectangular box, topped by a cut pediment carved with flowers, flanked by a pair of tips – like simplified obelisks. Sides and pair of...
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Late 18th Century Brazilian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cedar
Antique 18th Century Shrine Retablo Baroque Carved and Painted Wood
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Antique Mid 18th Century Brazilian Baroque Shrine
Solid carved and painted brazilian cedar wood.
Richly carved and painted . All original patina from t...
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18th Century Brazilian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cedar
18th C Rare Samurai Katana Sword Storage Case.
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Fine Samurai Katana Storage Container with Gilded Crest
This fine Samurai Katana storage container is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It ...
Category
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Small 15th Century French Illuminated Vellum Book Page, Handwriting
Located in Buisson, FR
Fabulous handwritten and illuminated book page.
Beautiful period piece with gorgeous faded colors and typical Gothic gilded initials,
France, 15th cent...
Category
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Parchment Paper
Canterbury Cathedral: First Edition, The Antiquities Of Canterbury By Somner
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare first edition: William Somner, The antiquities of Canterbury. Or a survey of that ancient citie, with the suburbs, and cathedrall. Containing principally matters of...
Category
17th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
A Jawhar Sword With Calligraphy, By Asad Allah, Period Of Shah Abbas
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Persian sword crafted by Asad Allah in the 17th century during the reign of Shah Abbas.
translate: Victory from God and conquest is near, an...
Category
17th Century Asian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Carved Wooden G.Tart Liege Antique Belgium Barometer with Thermometer, 1910s
By Black Forest
Located in Verviers, BE
Carved wooden G Tart Liege antique Belgium Barometer with Thermometer, 1910s
Unusual antique carved wooden barometer in a lovely carved case, working order.
With best Wishes, Geert...
Category
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fruitwood
French 18th Century Baroque Wooden Madonna with Child
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak Madonna with child, France, circa 1750. Weathered.
Measurement includes the wooden base.
Category
18th Century French Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Oak
18th Century Gold Processional Religious Church Cross
Located in Hastings, GB
Wonderfully ornate gilt gesso over carved wood processional cross, probably northern Italy late 18th century. The large floral wreath with carved gilt ribbons, a small cross to the c...
Category
1780s Italian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
18th Century Baroque Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Solid carved and painted wood shrine and a pair of amphoras with flowers.
Collector's piece ! Full with flowers and details. Lovely pieces !
- Dimensions shrine: 31.7 inches H x 15 1...
Category
1750s Brazilian Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cedar
18th Century Spanish Baroque Carved Giltwood Altar Ornament with Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful baroque altar ornament with Angel head. Great and unique item.
Spain circa 1750
Weathered, losses and old repairs.
More photo's available on...
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
A Double Barrel Flintlock Sporting Gun
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a double barrel flintlock sporting gun by Probin, London. The browned barrels and the locks are both signed, good colour walnut stock. circa 1795
Barrel length 83c...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
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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