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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1980s
1880s Black Forest Deer Trophy Set on Turned Wooden Plaques
Located in Berghuelen, DE
1880s Black Forest Deer Trophy Set on Turned Wooden Plaques A set of six antique Black Forest roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on turned wooden plaques with a dark gr...
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Late 19th Century German Rustic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Antler, Wood

Antique Decorative Coloured Map of South Africa and Madagascar, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
The map of South Africa is from the Blackie & Son Atlas, published in 1882. This historical map is quite interesting for several reasons: 1. **Historical Period**: This map was crea...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Five Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Five Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s A set of five antique Black Forest roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on turned wooden plaques with a da...
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Late 19th Century German Rustic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Antler, Wood

French Restauration Period Cast Brass Double Scale & Weights, ca. 1825
Located in Atlanta, GA
In complete and original condition and retaining bright patina this set of scales has a main scale and a smaller upper scale, both supported by dolphin forms hanging on a reeded stan...
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1820s French Restauration Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Map of The United States of North America, Pacific States, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
The map is from the same 1882 Blackie Atlas and focuses on the Pacific States of the United States of America during that period. Here are some details and historical context about t...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map Depicting Burma, Siam, Annam (Vietnam) and Japan, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
The image shows two maps side by side from the 1882 atlas by Blackie & Son. On the left, the map is titled "BURMAH SIAM AND ANAM," while the one on the right is labeled "JAPAN." **B...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

A Set of Five Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Set of Five Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s A set of five antique Black Forest roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on turned wooden plaques ...
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Late 19th Century German Rustic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Antler, Wood

A Set of Six Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Set of Six Antique Black Forest Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques 1880s A set of six antique Black Forest roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on turned wooden plaques wi...
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Late 19th Century German Rustic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Antler, Wood

Vintage blue plastic bike Itera from Volvo Sweden, 1980s
Located in WEERT, NL
Rare Itera plastic bike, 1981. The Itera bike was in production from 1982 -1985. Manufactured by Volvo, Sweden. 30.000 examples were made. 100 pieces were imported to the Netherlands...
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1980s Swedish Other Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Gothic Revival Drinks Cabinet w Church Window Panels and Angel sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Another piece of Gothic Art furniture. This time with a special feature. This handcrafted Gothic Revival cabinet or credenza with drawer from the late 19th century is actually made ...
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19th Century German Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Old Map of the Chinese Empire and Japan, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
An original antique map titled "The Chinese Empire and Japan," dating from an 1882 atlas by Blackie & Son. It is a color map with geographical features such as mountain ranges, river...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Decorative Coloured Map Egypt, Nubia, Abyssinia and more, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This image contains two maps, with the left one being labeled "Egypt" and the right one "Nubia, Abyssinia and the Adjacent Lands." These maps highlight the Nile Valley and surroundin...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cast Iron Half Horse Head, Door Stop
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Cast Iron Half Horse Head, Door Stop This lovely piece has been cast in one piece, the interior is hollow but it is still a very heavy and stable piece and would make a very attract...
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19th Century Rustic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Antique Decorative Coloured Map Marocco, Algeria and Tunis, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
The maps is from the 1882 atlas by Blackie & Son and offers a detailed view of the North African regions as understood in the late 19th century. **Map of Morocco, Algeria, and Tun...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th Century English Embossed Brown Leather Bound and Gilt Holy Bible Dated 1847
Located in Dallas, TX
Listen to the word of God with this antique family Bible. Printed in London by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode in 1847, the Holy book is d...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

English Pathologist Box Made of Mahogany with Brass, Including Instruments
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Curious antique English box made of mahogany with brass details, inside which are the working instruments of a pathologist. The division of the interior of the box is covered in red ...
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19th Century British Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Brass

Antique Badminton Library Book, Fishing, Reference, English, Sporting Interest
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Badminton Library Book. An English language, hard bound reference title on fishing by Henry Cholmondeley-Pennell, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. ...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

20th Century Solid Silver Mounted Auctioneers Gavel, London c.1989
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th Century solid silver mounted on mahogany auctioneers gavel and stand, comes in the original retail case. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, year 1989 (P), Maker P...
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1980s English Other Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Huge Monumental Victorian Taxidermy Dome with Colorfull Tropical Birds, C. 1850
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A monumental Victorian taxidermy dome, measuring H. 90 cm, with a wide variety of Tropical birds, of which many male and female pairs Engla...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Animal Skin, Glass, Plaster, Feathers

Antique Map of British North America, The Dominion of of Canada, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This map is titled "British North America, Dominion of Canada," from the 1882 Blackie Atlas. It features the geographical area that comprises modern-day Canada, with notable features...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique Coloured Map of Western Africa, Published in 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a map of Western Africa from the 1882 Blackie & Son atlas. The map details the West African coast from the Sahara Desert in the north down to the Gulf of Guinea, including a ...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Canada, The Province of Ontario and Part of Quebec, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a historical map from the 1882 Blackie Atlas, this time detailing "The Province of Ontario, and Part of Quebec" in Canada. The map presents a detailed illustration of Ontario...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Blushing Marotte, England circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Blushing Marotte England circa 1890 Hand painted paper mache marotte head. 6”w x 8”d x 14”h
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19th Century English Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Set of 14 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A set of 14 antique French books These books can beautifully decorate your bookcase or office. The leather spines with gold print are in good cond...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne '6 of 13 Volumes An Incomplete Set'
Located in valatie, NY
The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne (6 of 13 Volumes An Incomplete Set), by Nathaniel Hawthorne with Introductory Notes By George Parsons Lathrop. Published by Houghton Mifflin...
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1880s American Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Serene Vista of Messina and its Strait: An Engraved Jewel, circa 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Vue de Messine & de Son Détroit" This evocative print titled "Vue de Messine & de Son Détroit" presents a picturesque view of Messina and its strait, a vital waterway separa...
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Early 19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1865 "Johnson's Nebraska, Dakota, Colorado, Idaho & Kansas" Map, Johnson & Ward
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is an original 1865 "Johnson's Nebraska, Dakota, Colorado, Idaho & Kansas” map. This map was issued as page 63 in the 1865 edition of “Johnson's N...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th Century French Wood Miniature Antique Spiral Staircase Architectural Model
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A brown, antique walnut spiral staircase decor with Classic design with numerous steps and flat baluster supports on a square base, in a herringbone pattern, in good condition. Miniature staircase...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Walnut

Antique Needlework Encyclopaedia, English, Embroidery, Pattern Guide, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique needlework encyclopaedia. An English language, embroidery technique and pattern guide, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Beginning in the Als...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Victorian Butterfly Skirt Lifter Dress Holder
Located in Chonburi, TH
Fyfe's patent first registered Sept 21st 1876, Pretty butterfly design skirt lifter.
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Cannocchiale in ottone e cuoio manifattura inglese della seconda metà dell'800
Located in Milan, IT
Cannocchiale a sezione tonda in ottone con impugnatura rivestita di cuoio e messa fuoco a tre allunghi. Manifattura inglese della seconda metà dell'800. Lunghezza massima cm 71,5, i...
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1870s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Japanese American Cypresswood or Hirohi ‘Walsh, Hall & Co, Yokohama’ Tea Chest
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A Japanese Cypresswood or hirohi ‘Walsh, Hall & Co, Yokohama’ tea chest Yokohama, 1862-1897, with inscription reading: Choicest Natural Leaf Yamashiro Tea, Packed by Walsh, Hall & Co, Yokohama Measures: H. 53.5 x W. 61.5 x D. 41.5 cm Including original wood box The chest gold, silver and red lacquered on a black lacquer ground, the top decorated with an eagle sitting on a branch, looking at a small escaping bird, the front with a pheasant under a chestnut, one side with a cockerel amongst foliage, the back decorated with an argus pheasant...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Original Antique Map of the American State of Washington, 1889
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Washington Drawn and Engraved by W. & A.K. Johnston Published By A & C Black, Edinburgh. Original colour Unframed.
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1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Antique 19th Century Map of China by Blackie & Son, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This map is an 1882 Blackie & Son map of China. The title "CHINA." is prominently displayed at the bottom. The map is colored to differentiate various regions, possibly indicating di...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Set of Sixteen Leather Bound Book by Charles Reade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of sixteen leather bound books by Charles Reade. Charles Reade was known for his novels that often combined elements of romance, social injustice, and moral earnestness. His wo...
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19th Century American Other Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Cannocchiale in ottone e cuoio dalla forma strombata firmato Ross London 1890
Located in Milan, IT
Cannocchiale in ottone a sezione tonda dalla forma strombata con impugnatura rivestita di cuoio, firmato Ross London n. 34080 della fine del XIX secolo. Messa fuoco a tre allunghi, c...
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Late 19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Set of 8 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A set of eight antique French books. These books can beautifully decorate your bookcase or office. The leather spines with gold print are in good ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Paper

Decorative Antique Map of Eastern Canada, Published in 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a historical map from the 1882 Blackie Atlas, focused on eastern Canada and the maritime provinces. The map is titled "Canada. No. 2. Provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick,...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Pair Of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds, Circa 1830
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique ornithology books. An English language, 2 volume Hummingbird reference guide, dating to the William IV period, published 1833. Utterly fascinating with col...
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Mid-19th Century British William IV Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Grand Tour Bronze Model of the Place Vendôme, With Napoleon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Grand Tour Bronze Model of the Place Vendôme, With Napoleon France, circa 1870s This exceptional Grand Tour bronze model of the Place Vendôme, dating back to the 1870s in France, is a magnificent tribute to history and artistry. Standing at an impressive height of 26 inches and mounted on a 6.75-inch square Belgian Black Marble base with a bronze fence...
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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Sailing ship's pulley fiddle block
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century Naval oak fiddle pulley block, with two wood sheaves. Marked with Roman Numerals: XXVIIII In sailing, a block is a single or multiple pulley. One or a number ...
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Early 19th Century English Industrial Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

Very Rare English Antique Sterling Silver Monkey Pepper Pot - London 1881
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1881, this charming and very rare, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is modelled as a Monkey. The pepper pot measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 1.25"...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Ancient Realms of Northeast Africa: Arabia, Ethiopia, and Egypt, Published 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This map, titled "ARABIA, AETHIOPIA, AEGYPTUS," illustrates the regions of ancient Arabia, Ethiopia, and Egypt. Features that make this map interesting include: 1. **Geographical ...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Carved Wooden Cart Wheel
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Substantial antique carved wooden wheel on iron stand. Wonderful primitive decorator's item.
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19th Century Indian Primitive Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

French Louis Philippe Style Miniature Armoire or Wall Cabinet
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Century French Louis Philippe style miniature armoire or sample cabinet, hand-crafted of solid walnut with a mirrored door and dovetailed drawer. Interior has one adjustable shelf (replaced). Working lock and key. Chestnut as a secondary wood. Mirrored door with drawer below. All original and well constructed. May be used as a kitchen wall cabinet...
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Mirror, Walnut

Antique 9 Bell Interchangeable Music Box on Table by Nicole Freres, c. 1870
Located in London, GB
>>> PLEASE MESSAGE FOR VIDEO WITH SOUND - the videos here automatically have the sound removed, but we can send you a link to hear the music box on Youtube >>> A superb interchangea...
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Late 19th Century Swiss High Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Steel

Arts and Crafts Paper Roll Cutter, Shop Wrapping Paper Dispenser
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Paper Roll Cutter, Shop Wrapping Paper Dispenser An unusual and very useful item, it has a golden oak frame with clover leaf cut outs...
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Ancient Italy: Regions and Rome in the Roman Empire, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This print is an original detailed map titled "ITALIAE REGIONES I VII VIII IX XI," representing the regions of ancient Italy. Key Features of the Print: 1. **Regional Demarcations...
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1880s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cannocchiale in ottone con impugnatura in Galuchat seconda metà XIX secolo
Located in Milan, IT
Cannocchiale in ottone a sezione tonda con impugnatura rivestita di Galuchat pelle di razza conciata e messa fuoco a tre allunghi. Manifattura inglese della seconda metà dell'800. Lu...
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1870s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Gothic Revival Harp by Erard
Located in London, GB
Antique Gothic Revival harp by Erard French, circa 1840 Measures: Height 178cm, width 54cm, depth 91cm Of typical form by the famed instrum...
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Early 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Brass Nautical Maritime Plunger Operated Yacht Boat Fog Horn 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th - early 20th century brass plunger operated fog horn. Cylindrical body with horn attached to one side, pierced lid, and round, black finial on the plunger. Pair of brackets...
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Late 19th Century Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Book, The Life of Charles Dickens, Biography, English, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique copy of The Life of Charles Dickens by John Forster. An English language biographical account of the Victorian author, dating to the late 19th century, published c...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northern Plains hair drop with red beading with accents on hide, long quilled drops ending in tin cones with red feather fluffs, long black horsehair drop now doubled up on beading. Period: 19th century Origin: Great Plains - Northern Plains, Native American Size: 6" x 35" overall Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, headdress, collectibles, antiques, Native American beadwork...
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Hide, Beads, Feathers

Late 19th C Gemstone Mineral & Semi Precious Stone Specimens Display Case Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Just the most wonderful collection of mineral specimens, housed in there original birds eye maple case. Each specimen is encased in a hand blown glass convex vial, along with a corr...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Natural Fiber, Birdseye Maple, Pine

Marotte in Green, France circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Marotte in Green France circa 1890 Hand painted paper mache marotte head. 7.5”w x 8”d x 17”h
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19th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Vintage Lady's Gentleman's Wooden Walking Stick Cane Bone Crook Handle
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stylish Solid Polished Dark Brown Malacca Wood and Sectional Horn Crook Handle in colours Lady’s or Gentleman’s Walking Stick or Cane with Traditional ornately cast Crook shaped hand...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Hardwood

Set of 4 Antique Geographical Maps French-German War 1870-71
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Elegant late 19th century set of four antique geographical maps relating to the positioning of the armies in the Franco-German War 1870-71. A...
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1890s Italian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Set of Seven Leather Volumes of Daniel De Foe's Works
By George Bell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set of Daniel Defoe's works published in 1878 by George Bell & son's in London. George Bell & Sons was a reputable publisher in the 19th century, known for producing high-qua...
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1870s English Other Antique Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, 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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