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Period: Early 20th Century
Lash's Orangeade Store Dispenser c.1920-1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Lash's Orangeade Cooler & Dispenser. Drum shaped tin body designed to house both orangeade and a surrounding ring of ice, allowing for cold and fresh service. The interior com...
Category
Industrial Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze, Tin
Miniature Antique Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers from France, circa 1910
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique miniature French table top commode dates to the early 1900s. It is in the Louis XV style with splayed feet, shaped (or "bombe") sides, and bronze hardware throughout. Th...
Category
French Louis XV Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut
1930s Leather French Continentale Bauriat Bicycle Display Seat Model
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very rare little (half scale) leather "Compagnie Continentale" bicycle sales display sample seat or saddle.
Probably used in a bicycle shop on the counter o...
Category
French Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century English Model of a Starting Cannon
Located in London, GB
This well-proportioned to scale and detailed cast iron model of an English starting cannon features movable parts including the wheels and cannon barrel. It includes excellent detail...
Category
English Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th C. Copper dinosaur diorama
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand made.
Hammered copper
Amazing. Almost sci-fi. I have never seen anything like this before. Possible ex museum collection. Two plaques on the front and back that would have held...
Category
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Copper
Antique Wooden Carved Sculpture of a Folksy Countrywoman
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Wooden Carved Sculpture of a Folksy Countrywoman
A large traditional Black Forest style woodcarving of a farmer´s wife. Hand carved in Germany around 1920. A great addition ...
Category
German Black Forest Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wool
French Salesman's Sample Of A Chest
Located in Tampa, FL
A turn of the century French salesman's sample of a chest in the bamboo style with a marble top. Circa 1900 to 1915. Three handles missing.
Category
French Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble
Three Vintage Embalmed Crocodiles, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Group of 3 impressive vintage embalmed crocodiles, measures: length cm 95, 100 and 110, first half of the 20th Century.
Excellent conditions except ...
Category
African Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Alligator
Pair of Small Gilded Frames with Greek Scened Porcelain Plaques
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Small Gilded Frames with Greek Scened Porcelain Plaques in Ormolu Gilded Bronze Frames. Great pieces to add to an existing collection.
Category
Italian Empire Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Old Wooden Chess in a simple Metal Box
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
English old wooden chess: its size is already marked , the king is cm. 9,5 high.
The metal box with grape is English and is a gift for You.
I hope You ...
Category
English Other Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Fruitwood
Scale Model Dropleaf Table Salesman Sample c. 1900
Located in Fraser, MI
Representational scale model drop-leaf table.
Plank construction on hinges, turned legs. with plywood crossmembers,
in cherrywood finish.
One plywood crossmember is missing.
Category
Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Cherry
Howard & Co. Sterling Silver Realist Miniature Golf/ Golfers Collectible
Located in New York, NY
Howard & Co., sterling silver, late 19th or early 20th century, highly detailed and realistic miniature of 2 golfers on a stand. It measures 2 1/4'' in height by 3 1/8'' in width by ...
Category
American Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Group Of Micro-Miniature Vienna Bronze Figures
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A collection of four micro-miniature cold-painted figurines including a dancing couple, begging dog, stork and a gnome.
Dimensions:
Dimensions: Gnome - tallest - 1 1/4" H by W 5/8"...
Category
European Victorian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Speedboat Half Model
Located in Norwell, MA
Naval architect's builder half model of a double ended launch or speedboat. Built of several laminated lifts. Mounted to a painted backboard.
Weight: 0.6 lbs.
Overall Dimensions:...
Category
North American Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Two Similar Antique Motor Boat Models, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of similar flat hull motor boat models hand crafted with mahogany, retaining their original paint and presented on custom wood stands. Priced individually.
Measures: Front M...
Category
American Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Small Model Train Chassis
Located in New York, NY
A vintage model train base chassis, hand-made in France, early 20th Century, circa 1910-1920.
Wrought iron, 100% functional parts. Faithful miniature repr...
Category
French Industrial Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
German Saxonian Baroque Style Walnut Veneer Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in Berlin, DE
Rectangular German Baroque style chest of drawers with curvy front standing on four bun feet and holding three frieze drawers with bronze handles. Top, front and both sides with fine...
Category
German Baroque Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
An English scale model of an early 19th century Hanson cab circa 1920
Located in Central England, GB
This fine and very well accomplished scratch built model is very pleasing to the eye with its exceptional detail, good scale and bright crisp paintwork.
It represents an early 19th-...
Category
British Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
German Ladies First Bronze Sculpture of Cats and Dog
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A group of small wiener bronze style figurines in metal and plaster illustrating pets eating. The German text of "Die Damen Zuerst" means "Ladies First".
Category
Austrian Romantic Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Antique Hand Sewn Large Scale Leather Pig Piggy Hog
Located in New York, NY
This little piggy pig is at market! Early 20th Century antique hand sewn leather. This baby hog has sparkling black glass eyes. This can be seen at o...
Category
Industrial Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Leather
Antique Austrian Cast & Cold Painted Bronze Miniatures Cat Figurine Whimsy Lot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Lot of three ornately cast and cold-painted antique Austrian bronze miniatures of whimsical cats. These highly detailed sculptures date from approximately 1900-1920.
Approximate dimensions of figurines: (L/W/H)
Cat 'Paper Boy...
Category
Austrian Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Chinese Ceremonial Marionette
Located in New York, NY
Antique funerary ceremony male marionette string puppet depicted as an emperor, with hands and head in softwood and a silk robe embroidered with drag...
Category
Chinese Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Textile
Hand-Carved Miniature Temple Model, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A hand-crafted miniature Buddhist temple in wood, polychromed in gold and red, with finely carved details. Burma (Myanmar), early 20th Century.
The model consists of six detachable...
Category
Burmese Ming Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Brendel Botanic Model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900
Located in Milan, IT
A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Taxus N.40a female (Coniferae), Badger. The round base in ebonized wood holds three models: an example of a male Sporophile, a female Aril enla...
Category
German Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Austrian Cast and Cold Painted Bronze Miniatures Cat Figurine Whimsy Lot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Lot of three ornately cast and cold-painted antique Austrian bronze miniatures of whimsical cats. These highly detailed sculptures date from circa 1900-1920.
Approximate dimensions of figurines: (L/W/H)
Cat Porter/Bell Hop...
Category
Austrian Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Miniaturas "Catalog of Miniatures" Duke of Berwick & Alba, circa 1924
Located in San Francisco, CA
Miniaturas "Catalog of Miniatures" Duke of Berwick & Alba, circa 1924
Catalog of miniatures and small portraits belonging to the Supreme Duke of Berwick and Alba
A fine antique catalog...
Category
Spanish Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Paper
Early 20th Century Tradesman Sample Buckle Boards Haberdashery Shop
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pair of early 20th century buckle sample boards, thick card with cord sewn steel buckles and hand numbered in graphite.
Faded green backing paper with a pleasing red boarder, s...
Category
English Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Steel
Antique Austrian Cast and Cold Painted Bronze Miniatures Cat Figurine Whimsy Lot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Lot of three ornately cast and cold-painted antique Austrian bronze miniatures of whimsical cats; two sculptures depicting dancing and the other portrays a mother with her kittens sh...
Category
Austrian Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Stainless Steel Salesman Sample Kettle
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage jacketed kettle salesman sample.
Being under 10 inches tall makes this stainless steel salesman sample much easier to carry around than the 50 or 100-gallon tank it represen...
Category
American Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Hobart Crescent Dishwasher Salesmans Sample
Located in Dekalb, IL
1930s; The Hobart Manufacturing Company - Troy, OH
Hobart was originally founded in 1897 by engineer Charles Hobart. When the company bought out The Crescent Washing Machine Company...
Category
American Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass, Steel
Miniature Ship Model of the Sailing Ketch Irene
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine model of the one hundred foot Ketch Irene of Bridgewater 1907. This vessel is still afloat. The model shows great detail from bow to stern. Rigged with a full suit of sails. Set...
Category
North American Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Early 1900s Painted Metal Roosters – Antique Decorative Figurines
Located in Madrid, ES
Add a touch of vintage charm to your decor with this delightful pair of painted metal rooster figurines from the early 1900s. Each rooster showcases intricate craftsmanship and vibra...
Category
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Framed Omani Sterling Silver and Silver Filigree Presentation Set
Located in London, GB
A framed Omani sterling silver and silver filigree presentation set
Oman, early 20th Century
Measures: Height 39.5cm, width 46cm, depth 5cm
Consisting of a dagger, a pair of ear...
Category
Omani Islamic Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Folk Art Steamship of Large-Scale
Located in Buchanan, MI
Charming Folk Art steamship of impressive scale.
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
English Miniature Painted Chest of Drawers from the Turn of the Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A painted English miniature nest of drawers from the late 19th-early 20th century. This exquisite English miniature brown colored nest of drawers features five drawers with two cubby...
Category
English Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Carved Wood Model of a Locomotive in Black Lacquered and Glass Case
Located in New York, NY
Carved Wood Model of a Locomotive showcased in a glazed and painted wood case. This intricately crafted piece captures the essence of a locomotive with stunning attention to detail. ...
Category
American American Classical Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Austrian Cast and Cold Painted Bronze Miniatures Cat Figurine Whimsy Lot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Lot of three ornately cast and cold-painted antique Austrian bronze miniatures of whimsical cats. These highly detailed sculptures date from circa 1900-1920.
Approximate dimension...
Category
Austrian Edwardian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Wooden Tripod Easel, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1920
Located in Zohor, SK
Great vintage item with lots of charm. This original easel is made of solid oakwood and metal parts. Produced in Czechoslovakia in 1920s. It was originally used by a photographer in ...
Category
Czech Bauhaus Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Set of Cast Iron Vibrantly Painted Decorative Doorstops, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of cast iron vibrantly painted decorative doorstops, Early 20th century.
Set consist of elephant, rabbit, lion, two cats, two young ladies and country cottage. Select doorstops a...
Category
American American Craftsman Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Pair of Nuu-Chah-Nulth Model Totems
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This matched pair of Nuu-chah-nulth model poles each feature thunderbirds, wolves, lightning snakes and eagles. The poles are nearly identical and vary only in minute details and color choices. The thunderbirds...
Category
Canadian Native American Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Cedar
Hand Carved Wood Lighter in the Shape of an Umbrella ‘Actual Size’
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual early 20th century hand carved wooden lighter in the shape of an umbrella with removable handle (actual umbrella size). Carved textured fabric and ruffles. Lighter mecha...
Category
French Victorian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Solid Silver Columbine Goblet with a lid
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Dutch Colombine Cop In Solid Silver,
Dated by the Hallmark 1902,
a cup with lid on a single column with extended foot on 6 outbound bowls,
v...
Category
Dutch Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Sterling Silver
A painted model of a famous English medieval house built from matchsticks C1910
Located in Central England, GB
This superb highly detailed English folk art model dates to the early 20th century and depicts a complicated half timbered and thatched famous Hereford property entitled “The Old Hou...
Category
English Folk Art Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Other
Early 20th Century Desk Globe
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful physical and political terrestrial table globe on bronze base and plaster sphere with double rotary movement.
Designed by Prof. Guido Cora for G.B.Paravia Editori in the fi...
Category
Italian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Wood Hat Mold, Five-Piece Puzzle Form
Located in New York, NY
Vintage wood hat mold, five-piece puzzle form. A unique wooden hat mold with five pieces that fit together like a puzzle. This hat block would have been...
Category
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Antique Sterling Silver Polo Horse & Player Sculpture, British Olympics, 1908
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1908 by Mappin & Webb, this exquisite, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Polo Horse and Player, is wonderfully detailed.
The mo...
Category
English Edwardian Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Scale Model Building
Located in Hellerup, DK
Antique French hand built metal on wood scale model of a buildings inner construction with many details. The scale model is made of riveted metal and has great patina.
Category
French Antique Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
An Art Deco Silver Plaque by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Republic, is a remarkable piece that embodies both historical significance and exquisite artistry. René Lalique, a master of Art Deco design, is celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship and innovative techniques. This plaque, crafted from silver, is a testament to Lalique's unparalleled ability to blend elegance with profound symbolism.
Owning this plaque means acquiring a unique artifact that commemorates a pivotal moment in Chilean history—the 100th anniversary of its independence. The intricate details and refined craftsmanship reflect Lalique's dedication to excellence, making it not just a commemorative item but a work of art. The Art Deco style, characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, adds a layer of sophistication and timeless appeal.
This plaque serves as a significant historical piece, bridging the cultural heritage of Chile with the artistic legacy of René Lalique. Its rarity and provenance make it a valuable addition to any collection, offering both aesthetic pleasure and a tangible connection to the past. The plaque’s elegant design and historical relevance ensure it will be a treasured item, admired for both its beauty and its story.
Investing in this Lalique plaque...
Category
French Art Deco Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Silver
Antique American Pond Model
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique American Marconi-rigged sloop Pond model with planked deck, double spreaders and full running rigging.
Category
American Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Life Size Child Wood and Plaster Articulated Mannequin, 1920s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice and rare life size wood and plaster articulated child mannequin from the 1920s.
Clothes for his size. Sulfide eyes.
Very good quality and condition.
Can stand up thanks ...
Category
French Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood, Plaster
Builder’s Model of the Brazilian Passenger Paddle Steamer Caxias
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A builder’s model of the Brazilian passenger paddle steamer Caxias built by Hepple, South Shields, 1912, with a 24in. laminated and carved hull finished...
Category
English Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Laminate, Wood, Mahogany
Bronze Alloy Staff Finial with Janiform Heads, Tiv People, Nigeria, Kunstkammer
Located in Leuven , BE
Top of a scepter sculptured in bronze alloy finial with two identical faces on both sides. Nice natural use patina. Base included in the price.
Category
Nigerian Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Nuu-chah-nulth Model Totems
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This pair of colorful larger Nuu-chah-nulth model totem poles were likely made for a curio shop in Seattle or Victoria sometime around 1915. The poles...
Category
Canadian Native American Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Cedar
Military Interest - Sterling Silver Pair of Hound Dogs from London in 1929
By Blackmore & Fletcher Ltd
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1929 by Blackmore & Fletcher Ltd. This handsome pair of sterling silver hound dogs stand proudly on a wooden plinth, and comprise a ...
Category
English Vintage Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Bombe Miniature Commode Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a master bathroom counter with this miniature chest of drawers. Crafted in France, circa 1920, the petite fruitwood "Commode de Maitrise" (or masterwork created by a cabinetmaker's apprentice to prove mastery of his craft at the end of his apprenticeship), sits on four bun feet; the chest features three bombe drawers across the front decorated with intricate handles. The small antique cabinet...
Category
French Louis XIV Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Metal Wrench On Stand
Located in High Point, NC
Unearth the robust spirit of industrial ingenuity with this Early 20th Century French Metal Wrench, mounted on a stand as a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of a bygone era. T...
Category
French Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Collection of Seven Metal Dogs of Various Types
Located in London, GB
Collection of seven metal dogs of various types
Continental, circa 1900
Measures: Largest: Height 17cm, width 27cm, depth 20cm
Smallest: Height 6cm, width 13cm, depth 7cm
This charming collection contains seven model dogs, each of a different material, from a different country, and of a different species. The collection includes a pair of silvered metal setters, a patinated metal pit bull, and a large gilt bronze spaniel seated on a marble podium.
Category
European Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Collection of Twenty Metal Dogs of Various Types
Located in London, GB
Collection of twenty metal dogs of various types
Continental, circa 1900
Measures: Largest height 6cm, width 16cm, depth 7.5cm
Smallest height 4cm, width 7cm, depth 2cm
This ch...
Category
European Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Bronze
