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Period: Mid-20th Century
Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist Torch Cut Metal Bull Sculpture, USA, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Awesome Brutalist Mid-Century Modern torch cut metal bull sculpture in excellent condition. Circa 1960's. .
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American Brutalist Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

German Bauhaus Era Porcelain Medical Doctor Sign, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Black concave porcelain sign with white slightly raised letters. It a German sign from the 1930s. It originally hung out side a medical doctors praxis i...
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German Bauhaus Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

Antique 1945 Smith Corona Sterling Typewriter
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique 1945 Smith Corona Sterling Typewriter Use this typewriter as decor in your restaurant or coffee shop. It will bring a vintage aesthetic ...
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American American Classical Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Audrey Hepburn, Original Vintage Photograph by Vincent Rossell, Paris, 1962
Located in Devon, GB
From the Personal collection of Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn on the set of 'Paris When it Sizzles,' Paris, 1962 by Vincent Rossell Vintage g...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Audrey Hepburn, Original Vintage Photograph by Vincent Rossell, Paris, 1962
Located in Devon, GB
From the Personal collection of Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn and William Holden on the set of 'Paris When it Sizzles,' Paris, 1962 by Vincent Rossell Vintage gelatin silver prin...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Ceramic Pot, by Scheurich, West Germany, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage ceramic pot, by Scheurich, in West Germany, in the 1930's. Made of ceramic. Repolished, cleaned, with near to no signs of use. In original condition.
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Ceramic

World Travel, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
World travel  is an original film from the 1960s. Complete edition, Castle films. It includes original packaging. 8 mm. Good conditions. 
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Set of Three Mid Century European Pictorial Charts of Warsaw, Belgrade & Vaduz
Located in Houston, TX
Collection of large, roll-up vintage teaching charts on linen backed paper with original wooden dowel rods. Dated 1956. Pictures portrait the era nicely. Used in a Belgian school ho...
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Audrey Hepburn 'Two for the Road' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Finnish, 1967
Located in Devon, GB
In a radical image update, 'Two For The Road' presented a new-look, more liberated Audrey Hepburn, dressed in the height of sixties mod fashion. The offbea...
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Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Paper, Linen

Audrey Hepburn, Original Vintage Photograph by Vincent Rossell, Paris, 1962
Located in Devon, GB
From the Personal collection of Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn on the set of 'Paris When it Sizzles,' Paris, 1962 by Vincent Rossell Vintage g...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Other

People's Republic of China Porcelain Group, circa 1965
Located in Paris, FR
Porcelain group of the Chinese revolution, representing a soldier and peasant allies to the future. The inscription in Chinese means "army and peo...
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Chinese Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

"Congress and the Nation 1946-1964" First Edition Two-Volume Set, Published 1965
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Congress and the Nation 1945-1964: A Review of Government and Politics in the Postwar Years. District of Columbia: Congressional Quarterly Service, 1965. First edition, two-volume se...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Paper

Italian mid-century modern red plastic white writing cinema theatre signs, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern red plastic white writing cinema theatre signs, 1960s Set of four rectangular cinema or theater signs. The front structure is made of red plastic with engr...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Gene Autry, Eddie Dean and Lash Larue SignedStudio Photographs
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Three 8" x 10" studio photos of Gene Autry, Eddie Dean and Lash Larue all with original signatures. PERIOD: Mid 20th Century ORIGIN: Hollywood SIZE: 8" x 1...
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American Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Art Glass

Skyward by Richard E. Byrd, First Edition, 1931
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Byrd, Richard E. Skyward. New York: Blue Ribbon Books, 1931. Octavo. First edition, eleventh printing. In original hardcover boards and original pictorial dust jacket. Presented in a new archival slipcase. This is a 1931 first edition, eleventh printing of Richard Byrd’s Skyward. The book was published in New York by Blue Ribbon Books in 1931. This is the eleventh printing of Skyward, which was first published in 1928. The book is presented in its original hardcover boards and pictorial dust jacket, with a new archival slipcase. Rear admiral Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957) is celebrated as a pioneering American aviator, polar explorer...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

"Dr. John Bodkin Adams "Blanket, the U.K.'s Notorious Serial Killer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Blanket Owned by the U.K.'s Notorious "Dr. John Bodkin Adams." Free shipping within the United States and Canada. Look him up under "creep factor def con four” certainly not in the spirit of good taste but more in the spirit of a commitment to bring to the table the unique by definition items that for whatever reason ignite the senses, we present to you. A blanket that once called the seat of Dr. John Bodkin Adams’s Rolls Royce home. Who is Dr. John? None other than Britain’s second most notorious serial killer...
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Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Jungle Animals, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Jungle animals  is an original film from the 1960s. It includes original packaging. 7 minutes of film transferred to CD. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Jungle Animals, 1960s
Jungle Animals, 1960s
$288 Sale Price
30% Off
New Parade Castle Film News, 1943
Located in Roma, IT
New Parade Castle Film News of 1943. 18 mm complete edition. Original slipcase. Good conditions.
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bronze

Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker Beech Skirt Marker
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker Beech Skirt Marker for measuring the height of a skirt from the floor up . This would have been used in a shop to make alterations to the length...
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Industrial Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Beech

Adventures in Travel, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Adventures in travel  is an original film from the 1960s. Production by Castle films. It includes original packaging. 16 mm. Good conditions. 
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Metal Rescue Stretcher from the French Alps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual metal stretcher from the French Alps, circa 1960. Thick metal bars with wire frame. Great piece for a winter home. Good vintage condition.
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French Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Sport Parade, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Sports parade film is an original film from the 1950s. It includes original packaging. 8mm or 16mm. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Wild River Safari, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Wild river safari is an original film from the 1940s. It includes original packaging. 8mm or 16mm. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Wild River Safari, 1950s
Wild River Safari, 1950s
$288 Sale Price
30% Off
1950s Belgian Transportation Sign
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage Belgian wooden sign made circa 1950. This retired transportation sign used to hang over a Brussels tram stop, printed neatly in French an...
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Belgian Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Adventure Parade, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Adventure Parade is an original film from the 1950s. Complete edition, Zulu Hulu. Castle films. It includes original packaging. 16mm. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Adventure Parade, 1950s
Adventure Parade, 1950s
$288 Sale Price
30% Off
Billion Dollar Brain
Located in London, GB
Original US film poster for the 1967 action comedy starring Michael Caine and Karl Malden. This film was directed by Ken Russell. This poster is unfolded...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

A Charity Container For Jewish Institute for the Blind by Alfred Saltzman, 1930
Located in New York, NY
A charity container for the Jewish Institute for the Blind by Alfred Saltzman from Jerusalem in 1930 reflects the efforts to support education and welfare for visually impaired indiv...
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Israeli Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Tin

Erie County New York Judges & Police Conference Portable Lecturn or Podium & Bag
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The maker of this lecturn is unknown, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1965. The podium is composed of pine boards and playwood with h...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Pine

Israeli Enamel on Iron Street Sign: Rehov Ba'al-Nes (1948)
Located in New York, NY
This enamel-on-iron street sign, produced in Israel in 1948, bears the name "Rehov Ba'al-Nes" in Hebrew (רח' מאיר בעל-נס) and transliterated into Latin script as "Rehov Ba'al-Nes." T...
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Israeli Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Olympiade, 1956
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Olympiade 1956 book, Cortina D'Ampezzo.
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German Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

"Ordeal of Woodrow Wilson" Signed by Herbert Hoover, Sixth Printing, 1958
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Hoover, Herbert. The Ordeal of Woodrow Wilson. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1958. Signed and inscribed by Herbert Hoover. Sixth printing. Original dust jacket...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Four Antique American Car or Automobile Association & Membership Grill Badges
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This grouping of four metal automobile grill badges are all unmarked with respect to their respective maker, but presumed to have been made in the United S...
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American Art Deco Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Folk Art Eno Antacid Advertising Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This advertising sign was made during the 1960s in the Mid-Century Modern style and likely originates from South Africa. The sign is a combination of a professionally made molded, and silk screened plastic advertisement, which has been crudely mounted to a framed piece of pegboard with Styrofoam board in between. There is also a very light cord, presumably from a battery operated light...
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South African Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Plastic, Wood

Rehov Ha-Hail (Street of the Soldier) – Israeli Enamel Street Sign (1948)
Located in New York, NY
This enamel-on-iron street sign, produced in Israel in 1948, features bold Hebrew lettering spelling "רחוב החיל" (Rehov Ha-Hail), translated into English as "Street of the Soldier." ...
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Israeli Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Italian mid-century modern yellow white and black metal telephone sign, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern yellow white black telephone metal sign, 1960s Double-sided sign in yellow, black and white enamelled metal. The elongated rectangular part has the writing...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Israeli Brass Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Cast brass made in Israel, circa 1950. Decorated with Hanukkah song "Maoz Tzur Yeshuati" with gilded cast. Depiction of musical notes with children beside to commemorate the festival...
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Israeli Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

BR British Railways Shovel Made by Caldwell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
BR British Railways shovel made by Caldwell BR British Railways shovel made by Caldwell of Stockton Heath in 1960 The shovel has an Ash Handle ...
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Industrial Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Memoirs Year of Decisions and Years of Trial and Hope, Signed and Inscribed
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Truman, Harry. Memoirs by Harry S. Truman. New York: Doubleday & Company, 1955-1956. Both volumes signed and inscribed. First Editions with dust jackets. Two-volume set. Housed in ar...
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Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Sha'arei Tzedek Hospital Charity Container , by Alfred Saltzman Jerusalem, 1930
Located in New York, NY
A charity container for the Sha'arei Tzedek Hospital designed by Alfred Saltzman from Jerusalem in 1930 reflects the efforts to support healthcare and charitable initiatives in the e...
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Israeli Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Tin

Italian mid-century modern pastel green metal sign with white lettering, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern pastel green metal sign with white lettering, 1960s Elongated rectangular sign in sheet metal. The structure is painted light pea green and has the writing...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Tin Charity Container by Alfred Zaltsman, Jerusalem
Located in New York, NY
The front of the box is inscribed with Hebrew and German: "Rabbi Meir Baal Ha' Ness charity collecting funds for Shomrei Ha' Chomot Kolel" and decorated with two images; Hatam Sofer ...
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Israeli Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Rehov Elisha – Israeli Enamel Street Sign (1948)
Located in New York, NY
This enamel-on-iron street sign, made in Israel in 1948, displays the name "Rehov Elisha" in both Hebrew and English. The Hebrew inscription, "רח' אלישע," translates to "Elisha Stree...
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Israeli Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Adlake 55 Railway Non Sweating Signal Lamp. Ideal for Cafe decoration
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Adlake 55 Railway Non Sweating Signal Lamp. Ideal for decoration in a restaurant or cafe on a Railway or industrial theme The lamp has a single bulls eye window, no burner, it o...
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Industrial Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Antique sword stick with carved head
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique sword stick with carved head Wear consistent with age and use Antique decorative weapon Measures : Socle 5,5cmx45cm - Sword stick 2,5cmx43cm
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Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Hardwood

British Rail Railway Speed Restriction Sign 45 MPH Original and very tall
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
British Rail Railway Speed Restriction Sign 45 MPH Original and very tall, the sign is in good condition the paint has been restored in recent times Overall height 115” (293cm), the...
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Industrial Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

1950s Central European Metal and Wooden Scooter
Located in High Point, NC
Step back in time with this authentic 1950s Central European Metal and Wooden Scooter, a whimsical piece that captures the playful spirit of yesteryears. Its sturdy construction features a combination of robust metal and solid wood, telling the tale of a bygone era where durability met simplicity in design. The scooter boasts original painted wheels with charming patina, and a spring mechanism that speaks to the ingenuity of mid 20th-century leisure inventions. Perfect as a unique decorative item in a vintage-themed space or as a conversation piece in an eclectic collection, this scooter is a nostalgic nod to the simple joys of childhood. It stands not just as a relic of the past but as an ode to the timeless appeal of classic toys.
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European Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Vintage shoe last made of wood and iron
Located in Premariacco, IT
Vintage shoe last made of wood and iron
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Original Sovietic War phone 1940s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Original Sovietic War phone 1940s
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

A Wooden American Belle Bass Synagogue Memorial Sign, 1945
Located in New York, NY
An Interesting Wooden American Belle Bass Synagogue Memorial Sign, made in 1945 in the United States. The sign is made of wood, stained in a rich, dark color, and smoothly finished, with each letter of the text nailed into the wood. The size of the sign is large enough to be prominently displayed in the Synagogue where the dedication was made. A Star of David is nailed to the top of the dedication followed by " The Belle Bass Memorial" in large, bold letters. The dedication Continues; The privilege of burning the mortgage was accorded to 'Jacob Bass...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

West Germany Blown Glass Brown Dog Christmas Ornament
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
What an adorable reddish brown shiny dog ornament. He is standing on his hind legs and is so cute, I just want to scratch his belly. There is white overpaint on his droopy ears, nos...
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German Folk Art Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Blown Glass

Copper and Brass Country Grain Separator
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Copper and brass grain separator from Iowa; complete. Seedburo equipment company, Chicago 1912. Period: Last half of the 20th century. Origin: Iowa Si...
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American Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass, Copper

France Art Deco Horse, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
It was exhibited in the original Miami beach antique show and Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)". Horse in wood and chrome. We ha...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Chrome

1950s Gates Vulco Belts Vintage Painted Tin Sign or Sales Display Ratrod Garage
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Heavily Oxidized Painted Metal Sign, Faded Graphics, but a nice even fade. It is very tall for Wall Hanging Display or Leaning against a wall, at 55.75 inches high. Structurally th...
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American Industrial Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

PAiR OF ORIGINAL 1936 16MM CINEMA MOVIE SOUND REELS FOR "WHEN KNIGHTS WERE BOLD"
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare pair of original 16mm Sound Reels playing the 1936 movie “When Knights Were Bold” reel 1 and 2 A super collectable pair for any cinema buff, the cases occasionally come up for sale but never with the actual movie reels inside The condition is period perfect as you can see, I’ll include the details of the movie belwo Dimensions Height:- 35cm Width:- 35cm Depth:- 2.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask When Knights Were Bold is a 1936 British musical comedy film directed by Jack Raymond and starring Jack Buchanan, Fay Wray and Garry Marsh.[1] Songs include "Let's Put the People To Work" sung by Jack Buchanan, "Onward We Go" sung by Buchanan & soldiers' chorus, and "I'm Still Dreaming" sung by Buchanan. Plot Sir Guy de Vere...
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English Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

New Parade, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
News Parade is an original film from the 1960s. Complete edition. Castle films. It includes original packaging. 16 mm. Good conditions. 
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

New Parade, 1939
Located in Roma, IT
New Parade is an original film from the 1940s. It includes original packaging. 8mm or 16mm. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

New Parade, 1939
Located in Roma, IT
New Parade is an original film from the 1940s. It includes original packaging. 8mm or 16mm. Good conditions
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

New Parade, 1939
Located in Roma, IT
News Parade is an original film from the 1940s. It includes original packaging. 8 mm or 16 mm. Good conditions. 
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Sport Parade, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Sports parade film is an original film from the 1950s. It includes original packaging. 8mm or 16mm. Good conditions
Category

European Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Plastic

Vintage 20th Century "Not In Service" Framed London Red Route Bus Sign c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A wonderful mid 20th Century Transport for London sign, hailing from the iconic red route master buses of London. This piece of history is elegantly framed in black. Whether for enth...
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British Other Vintage Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

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