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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1950s
Louise Bourgeois Made Giant Spiders and Wasn’t Sorry
Located in New York City, NY
A clever, quirky picture-book biography of one of the most important figures of modern and contemporary art Louise Bourgeois was a world-famous artist who told stories of her life t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Bedtime Inspirational Beds, Bedrooms, and Boudoirs Book by Celia Forner
Located in New York, NY
Bedtime Inspirational Beds, Bedrooms, and Boudoirs By: Celia Forner Foreword by Gianluca Longo In our bedrooms, we take leave of our daily woes. Far from the bustle of the kitchen, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Venezia Game Table Backgammon I Chess I Checkers 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

Magnus Gym Weights Set N.1 (1, 3, 5 KG Weights) 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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Metal

EMILIO PUCCI Fashion Story Limited Edition Covered the Pucci Print Collection
Located in North Hollywood, CA
EMILIO PUCCI Fashion Story Armando Chitolina Edition by Vanessa Friedman 2010. Limited Edition of 10,000 Copies. EMILIO PUCCI Fashion Story. Limited Edition, each unique copy is boun...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Ice Cold, ‘A$AP Rocky’, Limited Ed Book with Black & Signed Fine Art Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The definitive photographic history of how hip-hop blinged out and redefined the world of jewelry, luxury, and style. Signed black-and-white pigment print on Canson Platine paper, 16 x 20 in.; hardcover volume in a slipcase, 9.8 x 13.4 in., 6.29 lb., 388 pages. Whether it’s diamond-encrusted grills, oversized “truck” style chains, bust-down Rolex and Patek Philippe watches, or a Tiffany necklace, jewelry is a cornerstone of hip-hop culture. Glittering, blinged-out jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. Hundreds of extraordinary images of every major hip-hop artist on record celebrate how “ice” has become a proclamation of identity and self-expression. Starting with Run-DMC’s gold Adidas pendants and Eric B. & Rakim’s ostentatious dookie rope chains and Mercedes medallions, the jewelry then transforms from street style into a booming design culture. The hip-hop tradition of “show up and show out” reaches new heights with artists like Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Faux Leather, Paper

Near & Far Interiors I Love Book by Lisa Fine
Located in New York, NY
Near & Far Interiors I Love By: Lisa Fine Photography by Miguel Flores-Vianna Foreword by Deborah Needleman In Near & Far, Lisa Fine invites us into...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

David Gill Designing Art Book by David Gill
Located in New York, NY
David Gill Designing Art By: David Gill Introduction by Meredith Etherington-Smith David Gill reveals the famed gallerist’s opinions of and influence on the world of art and design; he presents the works of artists, sculptors, and designers he has discovered and nurtured, among them Donald Judd, Mattia Bonetti, Zaha Hadid, Grayson Perry, Barnaby Barford...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Connection CCY Architects
Located in New York City, NY
Connection is a monograph of ten residences that articulate the office's design process and exploration of creating architectural solution rooted in natural place. Connection provid...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Inside Milan Book by Nicolo Castellini Baldissera
Located in New York, NY
Inside Milan By: Nicolo Castellini Baldissera Photography by Guido Taroni A revealing glimpse into the home of Milan’s foremost creative residents Inside Milan ventures behind close...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

"Hi-Fi The History of High-End Audio Design" Book
Located in New York City, NY
A beyond-cool look at the world of high-end audio design for passionate collectors, obsessive audiophiles, and design fans At a time when sales of vinyl records have hit a 25-year hi...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Yachts by Flavio Serafini Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
A chic coffee table book, Vintage Yachts of the World, by Flavio Serafini, 2003. Print in Italy. Published in Germany. All details outline below. An incredibly beautiful and detailed...
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Early 2000s Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Sunnylands America’s Midcentury Masterpiece Revised Edition Book by Janice Lyle
Located in New York, NY
Sunnylands America’s Midcentury Masterpiece Revised and Expanded Edition By: Janice Lyle Principal photography by Mark Davidson Foreword by Michael S. Smith The definitive story of the most ambitious and glamorous midcentury modern house in the United States—Sunnylands, the estate of Walter and Lenore Annenberg, in Rancho Mirage, California—now revised and expanded In Palm Springs, the mecca of midcentury modern architecture, Sunnylands is the undisputed masterpiece. With its celadon green and yellow interior and giddy pink roof, it was a Downton Abbey for the Space Age. There is no other house like it anywhere. Designed by one of California’s most important architects, A. Quincy Jones, it possesses the only completely preserved interior by Hollywood’s decorator-to-the-stars, William Haines. Completed in 1966, Sunnylands was built by ambassadors Walter and Leonore Annenberg, and became a seat of power where presidents, movie stars, and corporate leaders met, relaxed, and ran the world— with nobody watching. To mark the 10th anniversary of the opening of Sunnylands to the public, this revised edition adds 32 pages of brand new photography, including: the contemporary visitor center designed by Frederick Fisher & Partners; the mature 15 acres of contemplative gardens by James Burnett...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Michigan State Spartans Football 1952 Calendar
Located in Garnerville, NY
Straight from the Spartan alumnus and their estate. Graduating in 1952 in Graphic Arts, he was a rabid sports fan. This calendar was procured from his study. Green graphics on heavie...
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1950s American Sporting Art Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Ornament is Crime Modernist Architecture Matt Gibberd and Albert Hill
Located in New York City, NY
An unprecedented homage to modernist architecture from the 1920s up to the present day Ornament Is Crime is a celebration and a thought-provoking reappraisal of modernist architectu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Mini Chinese Moon Bed, Wenge Wood Model
Located in Somis, CA
Beautiful miniature, finely carved model is the exact replica of a Chinese traditional moon bed. The bed is decorated on all sides by carved panels in an intr...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Ibiza Bohemia
Located in NEW YORK, NY
From roaring nightlife to peaceful yoga retreats, Ibiza’s hippie-chic atmosphere is its hallmark. This quintessential Mediterranean hot spot has served as an escape for artists, creatives, and musicians alike for decades. It is a place to reinvent oneself, to walk the fine line between civilization and wilderness, and to discover bliss. Ibiza Bohemia...
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2010s American Collectibles and Curiosities

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Linen

Magnus Gym Weights Set N.2 (2, 4, 6 KG Weights) 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 incorporates traditional know- how with leading-edge technologies, and offering a limitless color palette of quality leathers and suede, founder Giorgio Bagnara has been able to experiment and push the technical boundaries of his craft in order to create pieces that are both beautiful and functional. Launched in 1999, the GIOBAGNARA brand has quickly earned a reputation for expert leather workmanship, and its founder has become a key partner for a large number of interior designers as well as a select group of yacht and private jet designers who rely on his specialized knowledge to realize made-to-measure commissions. In 2015, Giorgio Bagnara expanded his leather goods portfolio with the acquisition of saddle leather specialist RABITTI1969. In 2017, Bagnara initiated a collaboration with French designer Stéphane Parmentier, who was appointed creative director of GIOBAGNARA and its affiliate brands. In 2018, the company’s portfolio grew with the strategic acquisition of PIGMENT FRANCE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Inside Yucatán Hidden Mérida and Beyond Book by Susana Ordovás
Located in New York, NY
Inside Yucatán Hidden Mérida and Beyond By: Susana Ordovás Photography by Guido Taroni Foreword by Martina Mondadori Exploring forgotten regions of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, Susan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

21th century Large Guerlain Factice Perfume Bottle
Located in LEGNY, FR
Large bottle of perfume "L'instant de Guerlain" dating from 2003. Fake liquid. Ideal for decoration in a bathroom.
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Early 2000s French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass

The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé Book by Robert Murphy
Located in New York, NY
The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé By: Robert Murphy Photography by Ivan Terestchenko One of the most talented and influential couturiers of his time, Yves Sai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1950s Coppola e Toppo Sculpted Crystal Collar Necklace Smokey Red Surrealism
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Statement Collar Necklace, with an intricate design of Smokey Crystal Beads with Shades of Deep Blood Red & Bright Red Crystal Beads Woven into a Sculpted Design. Coppola e Toppo Sig...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Crystal

Sleeping Beauty
Located in London, GB
Original American film poster for Walt Disney's 1959 animation Sleeping Beauty. This is the Style B poster. The poster is conservation linen backed and wo...
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1950s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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A for Ara, Contemporary, Floor Standing Speakers, Walnut, Gold Leaf, 2010s
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair solid wood horn floor standing high fidelity speakers Model FS-1 by A for Ara. Available immediately A fine walnut dot inlaid horn on an ebony base wi...
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2010s Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Beautiful Taxidermy Onagadorie Rooster
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful taxidermy Onagadorie rooster. Onagadori is a chicken breed from the prefecture of Kochi in Japan that, due to the presence of the Gt g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Collectibles and Curiosities

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Feathers

City of Angels Book by Firooz Zahedi and Jennifer Ash Rudick
Located in New York, NY
City of Angels Houses and Gardens of Los Angeles By: Firooz Zahedi and Jennifer Ash Rudick Los Angeles’s dramatic setting, Mediterranean climate, and outdoor lifestyle have long attracted creative individuals to its diverse neighborhoods. The residents profiled in City of Angels represent a mix of film producers and directors, artists, photographers, collectors, architects, interior designers, gardeners, artisans, and bohemians living happily in houses designed by renowned architects, interior designers, and garden designers, including Lloyd Wright, Paul Williams, Rudolph Schindler, Richard Neutra, Peter Dunham, David Netto, Waldo Fernandez, Joel Chen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Marvel Comics Library, Avengers, Vol. 1. 1963–1965, Limited Collector's Ed Book
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earth’s Mightiest Heroes Assembling the definitive Marvel Age Avengers anthology By early 1963 the foundations of the Marvel Universe had been laid. Following the introduction of the Fantastic Four in 1961 came the amazing (Spider-Man), the astonishing (Ant-Man), the strange (Doctor, that is), the incredible (Hulk), the invincible (Iron Man) and the mighty (Thor). Still, Marvel editor in chief Stan Lee realized something was missing. “I was writing these characters and I thought it would fun to put them together in a team,” he recalled. So Lee and artist Jack Kirby assembled Iron Man, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Thor, and the Hulk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Aluminum

Gerhard Richter: October 18, 1977 - Robert Storr - 1st Edition, New York, 2000
Located in London, GB
Published by MoMA & Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1st edition, New York, 2000. Hardback with English text. “I don’t mistrust reality, of which I know next to nothing. I mistrust the pictur...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

At the Artisan’s Table Book by Jane Schulak and David Stark
Located in New York, NY
At the Artisan’s Table By: Jane Schulak and David Stark Text by Kathleen Hackett Photography by Aaron Delesie Stunning contemporary tabletop designs inspired by historical decorativ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cérémonies d'Afrique - Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher - 1st French ed., Paris
Located in London, GB
Published by Éditions de la Martinière, 1st French edition, translated from English, Paris, 2002. Hardback with French text. Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher are a photographer duo ...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Tropical Light The Art of A. E. Backus Book by Natasha Kuzmanovic
Located in New York, NY
Tropical Light The Art of A. E. Backus By: Natasha Kuzmanovic Winner of the 2016 Florida Book Award Gold Medal for Visual Arts Surpassing all potential rivals, artist A. E. Backus (1906–1990) developed a masterful aesthetic for portraying Florida’s lush tropical landscape, and his works became the definitive images of the state. Displaying a Backus painting quickly became a mark of distinction for a certain set of affluent Floridians. Defining his own artistic roots as “part Cracker [a hardy, early Florida pioneer] and part Monet,” Backus’s primary subject matter was tropical nature as defined by light, which he rendered using complementary colors. His avant‑garde use of a palette knife to create entire compositions produced paintings that combined a sensitive observation of nature with gestural paint application. So skillful was Backus at depicting the light and atmosphere of a particular locale that the season and exact time of day, to the hour, can be identified in most of his works. Backus excelled at capturing the essence of traditional Florida: rustic fishing camps, magnificent beaches, tidal rivers fringed with palms and mangroves, and the abrupt changes in the weather that characterize Florida’s tropical light to both natives and visitors. Besides his exceptional artistic talent, Backus also possessed an extraordinary humanitarian spirit. He drew no lines of distinction between young and old, rich and poor, black and white, and his studio door in Fort Pierce was open to all. He developed enduring friendships with black musicians, artists, and authors, including Zora Neale Hurston, one of the leading figures of the Harlem Renaissance. The circle of African‑American artists known as the Highwaymen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Teckell Ciclotte in Chrome by Luca Schieppati and Gianfranco Barban
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ciclotte exercise bike designed by Luca Schieppati and Gianfranco Barban for Teckell is a part of the fitness collection. The bike is built with a crystal disk and either a chrome or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

Karl Lagerfeld, Visions and a Decision - 2007
Located in London, GB
Published by Steidl 2007. Visions and a Decision is a tale of the delightfully lascivious power of the human imagination. Combining black-and-white photographs by Karl Lagerfeld wit...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

PH Upright Piano, Cognac Color Leather with Chrome, Modern, Sculptural
Located in Copenhagen, DK
- All prices are listed ex works. - 5 year guarantee. - We regularly crate, ship and install PH Pianos worldwide with full insurance. For those who want a traditional acoustic upright piano with one of the most iconic design silhouettes, the PH Upright Piano...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Collectibles and Curiosities

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Chrome

Gerhard Richter: Panorama - Mark Godfrey & Nicholas Serota - 1st Ed., 2011
Located in London, GB
Published by Tate Modern, 1st edition, London, 2011. Softcover, English text. “Art is the highest form of hope.” - Gerhard Richter. More than 300 colour and black and white plates. The first and most complete overview of Richter's whole career at the time of publication, this monograph surveys Richter’s entire oeuvre, from ‘60s photo...
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2010s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Kiki Smith: Prints, Books & Things - Wendy Weitman - New York, 2012
Located in London, GB
Published by the Museum of Modern Art, New York, 2012. Hardback with English text. Prints, Books, and Things is the most complete survey yet of Smith's printed art. Fascinated by...
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2010s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Moose Head Large
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing our exceptional moose head, a magnificent statement piece that commands attention with its impressive size and flawless condition. Expertly mounted and meticulously maint...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Collectibles and Curiosities

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Animal Skin

Rapper's Deluxe How Hip Hop Made The World
Located in New York City, NY
‘This incredible time capsule is full of insightful history, along with great imagery. A must-have for Hip Hop enthusiasts.’ – Jamel Shabazz, documentary...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Portal I made in Terracotta
Located in Kolkata, IN
The portal to unknown realms of the intangible. A gentle reminder of our soul cravings. Portal I is made in terracotta, creating that bond between the earth and the vast universe. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Terracotta

Yun Minjun: L'Ombre du Fou Rire - Ouyang Jianghe & François. Julien - 2012
Located in London, GB
Published by Fondation Cartier Pour l’Art Contemporain, 1st edition, Paris, 2012. Hardback with English and French text, Chinese titles for artworks. 130 colour and black and whit...
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2010s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Portal II made in Pure Brass
Located in Kolkata, IN
The portal to unknown realms of the intangible. A gentle reminder of our soul cravings. Portal III is made in natural and pure brass, creating that bond between the earth and the vas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Tom Scheerer Decorates Book by Mimi Read
Located in New York, NY
Tom Scheerer Decorates By: Mimi Read Photography by Francesco Lagnese In a world where over-the-top accessorizing and conspicuous luxury get all the attention, Tom Scheerer has cult...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Yuki · Sakura / Snow · Cherry Blossom - Risaku Suzuki - 1st Edition, 2008
Located in London, GB
Published by Nazraelli Press, 1st edition, limited to only 500 copies, Portland, 2008. Large oblong Hardcover in snow-white silk-covered boards. Suzuki is one of Japan’s most promi...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

The Silver Spoon Pasta Authentic Italian Recipes
Located in New York City, NY
The definitive collection of pasta recipes featuring this most iconic and popular Italian ingredient from the experts at the prestigious Silver Spoon Kitchen Pasta is the perfect fo...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Rose Quartz Crane Pair Sculpture on Rock Crystal and Black Marble Mineral Base
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautiful hand carved semi precious rose quartz stone crane pair, with carnelian beaks, fluorite crests, and brass legs. The pair of cranes are mounted on a rock crystal quartz min...
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2010s Brazilian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Multi-gemstone, Quartz

Tony Duquette - Wendy Goodman & Hutton Wilkinson - 1st Edition, New York, 2007
Located in London, GB
Published by Harry N. Abrams, 1st edition, New York, 2007. Hardback with English text. Foreword by Dominick Dunne.“We’re entering a maximalist epoch, an...
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Early 2000s Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Dior and His Decorators Victor Grandpierre Book by Maureen Footer
Located in New York, NY
Dior and His Decorators Victor Grandpierre, Georges Geffroy, and the New Look By: Maureen Footer Foreword byForeword by Dior and His Decorators: Victor Grandpierre, Georges Geffroy,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

I love it. What is it? The power of instinct in design and branding
Located in New York City, NY
The internationally renowned design agency Turner Duckworth presents stories and advice gathered from working with the world’s biggest brands No other design company has worked with...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

21th century French Large Perfume Bottle by Guerlain
Located in LEGNY, FR
Large fake half-sphere bottle for Guerlain “my insolence” used to do some presentation. The “top” bottle is made completely transparent. The plug is removable but the bottle has neve...
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Early 2000s French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass

White Leather Chessboard
Located in Milan, IT
Dynamic and elegant, this chess board set will make a sublime accent in a modern or traditional home. Crafted of walnut, the box is upholstered in white leather and accented with gol...
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2010s Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

How To Collect Art
Located in New York City, NY
You must read this book before buying any artwork – written by the world’s leading art-market economist Navigating the world of collecting can be a tricky process, especially for one just starting out in the art market. The world’s leading art market expert Magnus Resch explains the core principles of the art market and reveals the secrets of how to build and grow an art collection. He answers questions such as: • What art should I invest in? • Where do I start? • Which gallery should I visit? • How do I get VIP tickets for Art Basel? • Where's the best place to sell my art? • Is this price fair? This book is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in collecting art...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

James Bond. Dr. No. Limited Edition Collector's Book.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
When the cinematic Bond was born. The most complete account of the making of the first James Bond film, Dr. No (1962). “Bond, James Bond.” Since Sean Connery uttered those immortal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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

Buddha & Shiva, Lotus & Dragon: Masterworks, John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection
Located in valatie, NY
Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon: Masterworks from the Mr. And Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection at Asia Society by Adriana Proser. 1st Ed hardcover published by Hirmer Publishers, 2020. Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon presents sixty-seven masterpieces collected by John D. Rockefeller the third and his wife Blanchette Hooker Rockefeller. Illuminating the cultures and history of Asia, the book presents a magnificent selection of sculptures, bronzes, and ceramics that range from the late sixth century BCE to the early nineteenth century CE. Highlights of the collection include: spectacular Chinese vases, dynamic Indian Chola bronzes...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Framed Set of Samoan Island Vintage Postcards
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Evoke the allure of the Samoan Islands with this charming framed set of vintage postcards. Featuring nostalgic imagery capturing the essence of Samoan culture and landscapes, this co...
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1950s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Paper

Gardener's Garden Inspiration Across Continents and Centuries
Located in New York City, NY
With more than 1,000 images and descriptive texts, this is the ultimate celebration of the world’s most gorgeous gardens – now available with a stunning fuchsia pink cover This internationally bestselling inspirational resource for garden lovers and designers is now reissued with a gorgeous new cover – bringing the book’s winning blend of authority and visual appeal to a new audience. The Gardener’s Garden...
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2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

EVANS 1952 For Loyal Automatic Table Lighter In the Shape Of Large Leather Boot
Located in Miami, FL
Automatic table lighter designed by Evans. Stunning automatic lighter, created in America by the Evans Company, back in the 1952. This very handsome piece has been crafted in the shape of a boot, most probably as a promotional item by the Loyal Boots Company. It is made in genuine cordovan leather and chromed steel. These full automatic Evans lighters...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel, Chrome

Louis Comfort Tiffany and Laurelton Hall
Located in Bradenton, FL
Louis Comfort Tiffany and Laurelton Hall, an Artist's Country Estate. Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art to accompany...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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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The Sparkling Legacy of Tiffany & Co. Explained, One Jewel at a Time

A gorgeous new book celebrates — and memorializes — the iconic jeweler’s rich heritage.

What Makes a Gem-Encrusted Chess Set Worth $4 Million?

The world’s most opulent chess set, weighing in at 513 carats, is literally fit for a king and queen.

Tauba Auerbach’s Geometric Pop-Up Book Is Mighty Rare, Thanks to a Hurricane

This sculptural art book has an epic backstory of its own.

Step inside the Storied Mansions of Palm Beach’s Most Effervescent Architect

From Spanish-style courtyards to fanciful fountains, these acclaimed structures abound in surprising and elegant details.

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