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Material: Rope
19th Century Dentist's Treadle Drill, by Ss White Dental Manufacturing Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
S.S. White Dental Manufacturing Company Treadle Drill, Operational * USA, circa late 19th century *Operational means, when the foot pedal is engaged the engine wheel turns, there are no attachments to test, we do not know if the mechanism will do anything more than spin the 'wheel engine' An intact, very complete (except for drill attachments ) antique dental...
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Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron, Steel

Antique Narragansett Machine Company Mountable Weight Machine , 1920s, USA
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique wall-mounted cast iron gym exercise machine. This early exercise device, designed for shoulder and arm workouts, features sturdy wooden mounting panels and durable cast iron pulleys. The top wooden panel bears a decal from the Narragansett Machine Company, highlighting its historical craftsmanship. A unique and functional piece, it makes a fantastic addition to any home gym or vintage fitness...
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1920s American Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Philadelphia Toboggan Co. Skee Ball Machine, 1950s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original 1950s Philadelphia Toboggan Co. Skee Ball Machine. Fully mechanical. No need to plug in! You roll the ball and when it enters one of the score holes...
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1950s American Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Large Ship Model of La Sirene with Cannons & Mermaid Masthead, France circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This impressive large ship model depicts the French vessel “La Sirene." This three-masted ship of the line “La Sirene" was in use 1691–1702. Impressiv...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

English Camphor Wood Sea Captain's Chest with Braided Beckets, Circa 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English Camphor wood sea captain's chest with hinged top, exposed corner dovetailing, original mounted braided beckets, and terminating on the original rectangular molded edge base....
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1770s English George III Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fruitwood, Rope

Hand carved Wood Model Sailing Ship model Margaret Sculpture Center Piece LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand carved Wood Model Sailing Ship model Margaret Sculpture Center Piece LA CA . A very large and rare 19th century painted wood model of the sailing ship "Margaret". Votive ship. Height 54" width: 61" and depth: 15". The scale is perfect as it had to be and the quality of work is evident. Further inspection reveals that no detail was too small, as evidenced by the carved small boats, the ropes, poles and fittings. 5 feet long. This stunningly beautiful and intricately carved ship model was created by the sailors when they were at sea for many years at a time and they created this amazing model using handmade tools using scraps of whatever was available for carving and bringing this piece of art to life. A votive ship, sometimes called a church ship, is a ship model displayed...
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19th Century French Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Fishing Float Buoy Green Glass Rope Sea Nautical
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
RARE, GREEN GLASS & ROPE FISHING FLOAT OR BUOY, c.1910 from a collection of similar floats of different sizes, there are four this size and some smaller Exuding character and injecting atmosphere and conversation. The idiosyncrasies within the glass make them interesting and more valuable to collectors. Can be placed in the home or the garden The green glass ball...
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1910s English Art Deco Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Blown Glass

2 Antique Nautical Woven Hemp Rope Braided Marine Ship Boat Bumper Fender Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of early 20th century boat bumpers / fenders, rectagnular shape woven from natural hemp rope with handle. Dimensions: 13" x 7" x 16" (Width x Depth x Height)
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Early 20th Century Bohemian Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope

fishing float double buoy glass green rope
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
EXTREMELY RARE, GREEN GLASS & ROPE, DOUBLE FISHING FLOAT, c.1910 Exuding character and injecting atmosphere and conversation Can be placed in the home or the garden The green glass...
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1910s English Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Blown Glass

Ship's taffrail log by Thomas Walker & Son of Birmingham
Located in London, GB
A "Trident" electric Mark III ship's taffrail log by Thomas Walker and Son, Birmingham, circa 1940 - 1950. With twin Walker Cherub rotators. Mounted on oak display base. For a ...
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Mid-20th Century English Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Set of four imperial fuel standard measures by Gaskell & Chambers in case
Located in London, GB
A set of four copper and brass CHEKPUMP imperial fuel standard measures, by Gaskell & Chambers, dated 1931 made for the County Borough of Wallasey. Three gallon, Two gallon, One gallon & Half gallon. Marked: GASKELL & CHAMBERS Ltd. MAKERS. DALE END WORKS BIRMINGHAM Serial number: 252. In original fitted oak case, with rope handles, with brass escutcheon, dated 1930, with corresponding serial number and markers mark. Gaskell and Chambers...
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Copper

Leonardo da Vinci Helicopter Model by Renown Italian Model Maker Giovanni Sacchi
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful Leonardo da Vinci helicopter model made by Italy's renown model maker Giovanni Sacchi. This particular model was a gift to Paolo Viti during...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Olive, Paper

Ropework Boat Fender
Located in London, GB
A coir rope boat fender.
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Late 20th Century English Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope

Antique Tribal Shaman’s Bilum Bag From Papua New Guinea Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
This authentic tribal shaman’s medical bag, known as a Bilum bag, originates from Papua New Guinea and dates back to circa 1900. Traditionally used by shamans for carrying medicinal ...
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Early 1900s Papua New Guinean Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Shell, Rope

Audoux Minet Rustic Nautical Rope & Green Glass Ball Table Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century French Riviera Marine themed Audoux Minet table lamp, circa 1960. An Iconic design – a green blown glass ball modeled on the buoys used by French fisherman...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Blown Glass

19th Century Thai Ceremonial Drum with Ropes and Leather Drumhead
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Thai ceremonial wooden drum from the 19th century, with leather drumhead. Sculptural and freestanding, this 19th century drum, created in Thailand, will make for a great decorative accentuation in any home. Topped with a leather drumhead secured with ropes, the drum is adorned with carved motifs on the belly. With its slender silhouette and rustic appearance, this antique Thai drum...
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19th Century Thai Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Rope, Wood

American Oval Timber Trade Sign with Two Masted Ship and Rope Boarder. C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
American oval hand carved timber trade sign with a centered two masted ship, rope border, upper painted banner "The London and New York Trading Company"...
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1850s American American Empire Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Wood, Paint

Japanese Life-Size, Edo Period, Red and Black Lacquered Palanquin or Norimono
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A Japanese red and black lacquered palanquin or norimono Edo period, early 19th century Made of lacquered wood, latticework and bamboo, black velvet and gauze with gilt scroll...
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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Textile, Silk, Rattan, Rope, Wood

Swing Tractor Seat Chair, in Red like Achille Castiglione Stool, circa 1970
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Kay Bojesen and Jorgen Bloch Lion in Natural Rope, Denmark 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare example of the Danish toy-design-master Kay Bojesen work. This lion in braided natural rope was designed I collaboration between Jorgen Bloch and K...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope

Tiki Hawaiian Hula Dancer Lamp
Located in Fulton, CA
A whimsical, kitschy 1950s hula dancer lamp holding a basket of faux flowers. Constructed of rope, grass and wood. Hand painted. Complete and working.
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Mid-20th Century American Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wicker, Rope, Wood

20th Century Gymnastic Rings in Metal and Rope
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gymnastic rings, circa 20th century. By unknown manufacturer, from France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. M...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Large Naval Pulley Table Lamp with Flintlock Pistol, Barometer & Horn
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large early 20th Century naval pulley converted into a table lamp with gentleman’s flintlock pistol, bullets, barometer and powder horn.  
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Rustic African Xylophone with Wood, Gourds, Rope and Mallets
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Rustic African Xylophone with Wood, Gourds, Rope, and Mallets Offered for sale is a 20th century rustic African xylophone with wood, ...
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20th Century Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Wood

Rope Barometer. French Work by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very unusual barometer is made of rope. This is a French work by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet. circa 1950.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope

Ropes and Tackle for 19th Century Waling Vessel
Located in Huntington, NY
Tools ropes and tackle for 19th century waling vessel.
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Rope, Maple

Vintage Thai Wood, Leather and Rope Klong Khaek Processional Double Headed Drum
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood, leather and rope Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid 20th century, with ties and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midcentury period, this ...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Rope

Pair of American Brass Nautical Taffrail Log Spinners, Negus, NY, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass nautical taffrail log spinners, Late 19th century. Stamped by brothers Thomas Shufeldt Negus, Jr. (1828-1894) & John Davidson Negus (1833-1890) manufacturers and merchants of chronometers and other fine marine instruments...
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1880s American American Empire Antique Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

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Located in Marbella, ES
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Located in Dallas, TX
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Located in Wembley, GB
1900s Astonishing large “Fragata Siglo XVIII”model ship in walnut wood. Handmade. Made in England. This model is amazing and in excellent condition and all handmade. A true piece of ...
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Set of 9 Antique Brass Scale Weights in Wood Block Apothecary 1920s
Located in Dayton, OH
1920's brass apothecary scale weight set including nine weights (one 50 gram, three 100 grams, one 200 grams, one 500 grams, one 1 kilo, and one 2 ki...
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Brass

19th Century Cross
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century cross. Nice XIX century cross in olive wood. Measures: 23x12 cm. In good condition. Good condition.
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Bronze

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H 9.06 in Dm 4.73 in
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Located in Nuernberg, DE
This unique Christmas figurine from Austria features a handmade figurine of the Christmas character Krampus, Belsnickel's companion. The vintage piece dates from the 1920s or older a...
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Antique Narragansett Machine Company Forearm Exercise Machine , 1920s, USA
Located in San Francisco, CA
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1940s Iron Japanese Samurai Helmet Sculpture
Located in Tarrytown, NY
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Nautical Rope Knots
Located in New York, NY
Two nautical rope knots decorative objects. One (1) small, one large. 4.25" diameter and 6.25" diameter respectively.
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Rope

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H 6.25 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
A vintage lifebuoy from a French ship, early 20th century.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A vintage lifebuoy from a French ship, dating back to the early 20th century. It features a cork core covered with white and red fabric and equipped with a lifeline. It has a brass r...
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Civil War-Era Side Drum, Made by George Kilbourn, 1859
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is an original Civil War-era side drum with a pair of wooden drumsticks. This is a rope tension drum with a wooden body, ropes, and leather tabs. An iron tack pattern surro...
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Mid 20th century unused bundle of rope
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
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Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original hand made half hull with two oars mounted on a wooden plaque bordered with thick rope. Original label on back. CREATOR Cape Cod Ship Models, Rt. 28, Dennisport, MA. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1970. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, Rope. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 5.5 in. x D 3.5 in. W 19 in. HISTORY A half hull model ship (also known as a "half hull" or "half ship...
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1947 Hand Painted Premier British Royal Airforce Drum with Royal Coat of Arms
Located in Morristown, NJ
1947 England, a hand painted Premier Percussion British Royal Air Force drum. The drum has been painted with a black main body, a richly colored royal coat of arms and the motto of t...
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Animal Skin, Paint, Rope, Leather

Wire Cage for Shipping Shell Fish
Located in Miami, FL
Wire cage with feet. Used for transporting shell fish. Fun and rare. Multiples available. Used like a lamp or side table
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rope Collectibles and Curiosities

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H 10.63 in Dm 21.66 in
Iron Hourglass, Germany, Early 1700s.
Located in Milan, IT
The hourglass cage displays hexagonal bases. Six smooth iron columns complete the cage. Inside the glass bulbs joined in the center by a ring of fabric and rope. Germany, early 1700s.
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Iron Hourglass, Germany, Early 1700s.
H 4.75 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Iron Hourglass, Germany Early 1700s
Located in Milan, IT
The hourglass cage displays octagonal bases, dressed in a red velvet cushion. Eight smooth iron columns complete the cage. Inside the glass bulbs joined in the center by a ring of fa...
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H 4.75 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
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Located in Chula Vista, CA
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Nylon, Rope

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