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DAVID HICKS Style & Design First Edition Book 1987
Located in New York, NY
A first edition book by David Hicks, titled "David Hicks Style & Design." 1987 printing. Hardcover with dust jacket.
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English Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

20th Century Italian Solid Silver and Briar Double Bass Player
Located in VALENZA, IT
Double bass player in 800 solid silver. The double bass is in briar with silver details. The double bass bow is in silver. The player and the double bass ...
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Italian Other Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Vintage Gardening Russian Guide: Building on Your Homestead - A Treasure, 1J130
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embark on a journey of gardening wisdom with this vintage book, a cherished guide titled "Постройки на приусадебном участке" (Structures on the Homestead), originating from Russia and dating back to 1992. In this thin yet informative volume, author Г.П. Рудаков imparts valuable insights into the art of building on your homestead. While time has passed since its publication, this softcover book remains in good condition, a testament to its enduring relevance and the care with which it has been preserved. Across 62 pages, readers are invited to explore the world of construction on their own property, gaining practical knowledge and inspiration. Though slender in size, this book carries a wealth of tips, ideas, and guidance for creating structures that enhance and complement your homestead. From sheds and shelters to garden structures, the pages within offer a glimpse into the art of practical construction. Perfect for gardening enthusiasts, DIY aficionados, or anyone seeking to elevate their homestead with functional and aesthetically pleasing structures, this book presents a unique opportunity to learn from the past. Embrace the teachings of author Г.П. Рудаков as you explore the nuances of building on your own property. Add this vintage gardening...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

La Ley Del Deseo / The Law of Desire
Located in London, GB
Original Spanish film poster from the 1987 comedy, Thriller Atame! / Tie Me Up Tie Me Down. This film was written and directed by Pedro Almodóvar...
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Spanish Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

20th Century Italian High Quality Mahogany Roulette Wheel by Dal Negro
Located in Sofia, BG
Here we present you a high quality roulette wheel for the home and clubs and events. It is made from solid Sapelli Mahogany - a gorgeous piece of work Wheel is mounted on 2 rings of ball bearings for perfectly smooth running Round sided roulette wheel with a single zero - two roulette balls are included. The piece is made by the world-leading quality gaming equipment...
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Italian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Mahogany

Vintage Chinese "Go" or ""Weiqi" Board and Game
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice and well contructed vintage Chinese "Go" or ""Weiqi" board and game with play instructions, circa 1970s. The set is in very good condition and comes with a large wood boa...
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Chinese Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Chess Game by Michel Dumas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chess game by Michel Dumas. Located in NYC
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French Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Lucite, Mirror

1:1 Vintage Pottery Foot Vase or Planter, 1970
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusually well-executed 1:1 model of a right foot (male). Can be used as a vase or planter. Unknown Danish ceramist circa 1970-1975. Measurements: L: 29 cm, W: 9 cm, H: 10 cm.
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Danish Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Pottery

Moroccan Brass Decorative Collector Dagger
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted Moroccan brass dagger, mixed metal, copper, nickel and enamel. Moroccan Hand carved Khoumiya dagger, of typical shape with curved bla...
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Moroccan Folk Art Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Brass

1978 Gibson Estate Fresh ES 335 TD Semi Hollow Body Electric Guitar
Located in Ferndale, MI
Out of long term storage. Very original Gibson ES 335-TD guitar. Td model is equipped with Gibson " dirty fingers " Humbucker . This allows for higher outpu...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Chrome

Nautical Double Gauge Bubble Clinometer on Teak Back Plate by Conn. Valley Ind.
Located in Nantucket, MA
A double gauge bubble clinometer with precision glass tubing and nickel face mounted on a teak back plate. These tilt gauges were used on vessels to measure the angular slant of the ...
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North American Industrial Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Chrome

Neo-Romantic and Surrealist Art from the Collection of Pierre Le-Tan, Sotheby's
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's, London: Neo-Romantic & Surrealistic Art from the Collection of Pierre Le-Tan. October 25, 1995. 210 lots, Including artwork by: Beaton, Ber...
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English Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1979 Gold Sovereign - Elizabeth II Decimal Portrait
Located in Braintree, GB
A 1979 gold Sovereign featuring Queen Elizabeth II and the George & Dragon design in extremely fine condition. Coin struck by the Royal Mint and provided in a plastic capsule. Manuf...
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British Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold

Copper and zirconium Claude Lalanne's 'Hortensia' bracelet
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne Bracelet 'Hortensia' A galvanised cooper and zirconium bracelet, stamped signature Measure: L.: 18 cm.
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French Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper

Gaetano Pesce Fish Design Catalog
Located in New York, NY
Early, and possibly the first, portfolio catalog of Gaetano Pesce’s experimental handcart molded resin objects—each a unique creation within a series. Published by Fish Design, circa...
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American Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Ethnic Musical Instrument, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Ethnic musical instrument is a unique object realized in the half of the 20th century. Ethnic musical instrument made by craftsmanship with wood and recycled materials. Mint c...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Thorens Swiss AD 30 Upright Music Box with Ten Discs, circa 1970
Located in Evergreen, CO
A quality fruitwood case with a glass door allows for viewing the metal discs that play on this upright music box by Thorens of Switzerland. The set ...
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Swiss Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fruitwood

Late Century Iron, Brass and Glass Explosion Proof Industrial Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
This excellent example of an original explosion proof lamp was salvaged from an old Japanese ship. Dated c1975, it has the original ceramic and brass E27...
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Japanese Industrial Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Iron

Carlton Miniature / 1:4 Scale by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Ettore Sottsass himself after his iconic full-scale object, the Carlton cabinet. Perfect reproduction of the Carlton bookcase. The vivid colors and seemingly random interplay of solids and voids suggest AvantGarde painting...
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Italian Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Laminate, Wood

Set of 6 Lalique Creation Collectible Nina Ricci Perfume Bottles
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage lot of 6 collectible Nina Ricci " Lair du Temps" perfume bottles by Lalique, Perfumes bottles are unique to collecting. They offer not only intan...
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French Art Deco Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass

Unique Murano Glass Sculpture, Dino Rosin, Face of Jesus, 20th Century, Venice
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What. A. Piece. Of. Art. This Murano glass sculpture is just stunning. The head of Jesus is made from mouth blown Murano glass. It is worked free hand on...
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Italian Baroque Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Murano Glass, Wood

The Greta Garbo Collection Auction Catalog - 1990 Sotheby's - 1st Edition
Located in Rochester, NY
The Greta Garbo Collection, Sale 6098 - November 1990 Sotheby's NY. Glossy orange patterned hard cover book w/ dust wrapper and slipcase. Colored photographic illustrations of Impres...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Star Wars Film-Used Props from Original 1977 Film
Located in Jersey, GB
- Three fibreglass pieces of Krayt Dragon bone that appear in the original 1977 film Star Wars Star Wars, episode IV: A New Hope (1977), written and di...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fiberglass

Ceramic Medieval Chessboard with Chesses, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
This Ceramic Medieval Chess is a ceramic chess set consisting of medieval characters and a wooden chessboard. Dimensions: cm 26 x 60 x 60. Good conditions. The shape of the set reminds an ancient medieval castle. If you are fascinated by crusaders, knights, steel armor, castles or dragons, this medieval chess set...
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European Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic, Wood

Oyster Perpetual Datejust Gold Watch, Jewelry, 70s
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding Rolex made in yellow gold, 18 carats. All the characteristics are detailed below... if you want to know any other information, do not hesitate to contact us. Model OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST 6917 - Movement: Automatic mechanical...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

Vintage Leather Rawlings Football (FREE SHIPPING)
By Rawlings
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original vintage leather Rawlings ST5 football. CREATOR Rawlings. DATE OF MANUFACTURE circa 1960-1980. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Leather. CONDITION Good. Wear co...
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Industrial Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

Artisan Made Brass and Onyx Large Sail Boat Sculpture Signed DeMott
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-766 Hand made brass and onyx sail boat.
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Wood Rocking horse named Hippo Designed by Wolfgang Rebentisch for Stokke Norway Award winning design 45 long x 11.5 d x 21.5 Original preowned vintage condition Refer to all i...
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Norwegian Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

1975 Vintage Skip Frye Surfboard
By Skip Frye
Located in Haleiwa, HI
1975 Vintage Skip Frye shaped surfboard. Features beautiful light blue deck with navy blue bottom and complimentary pinstriping. Wooden fin with blue see-through window. A gorgeous example of a full restored vintage 1970s Skip Frye surfboard.
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

1970s Vintage Gerry Lopez Lightning Bolt Surfboard
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Mid-1970s Vintage Gerry Lopez Lightning Bolt surfboard. Features a vibrant yellow tinted deck with jet-black lightning bolt, ruby red single fin, and dia...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Handmade General Store Wooden Folk Art Model c.1960-1980
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Contact us for more parcel shipping quotes: S16 Home San Francisco. A handmade general store wooden folk art model with some accessories. Single story with front porch. Pape...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Auto Plastic: Wendell Castle 1968-1973 by Donald Albrecht (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
AutoPlastic: Wendell Castle (1968-1973) accompanied R & Company’s exhibition of the same name, curated by Donald Albrecht and on view at the gallery’s 82 Franklin location from April...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Acrylic, Plywood

La Villa Kerylos preface Karl Lagerfeld 1st Ed. 1997
Located in London, GB
Published by Les Editions de L’Amateur 1997 preface by Karl Lagerfeld French text. Beautiful images of the Villa Kerylos in the South of France ...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

The Power Look at Home Decorating for Men by Egon Von Furstenberg 1st ed. 1980
Located in London, GB
Published by William Morrow and Company, Inc., 1st edition 1980 Furstenberg, Egon von, Prince and Karen Fisher A unique and of its time but a great and highly collectable source boo...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage KLH Model Twenty One FM Receiving System
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage KLH Model Twenty one FM Receiving System Dimensions. 12 W ; 7 D ; 6 H
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Islamic Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Roger Erickson’s personal Brewer Team Rider Big Wave Surfboard by Owl Chapman
Located in Haleiwa, HI
1980s Vintage Dick Brewer Surfboards Team Rider surfboard. Roger Erickson’s personal surfboard. Shaped by Owl Chapman in the late 80s-early 90s. Features Waimea Bay...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Maison Jansen Decoration 1st Edition 1971
Located in London, GB
Published by Société d'études et de publications économiques, Paris, 1971 Jansen Decoration ,a rare 1971 publication in both French and English about the famous interior decoration ...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

African Elegance by Ettagale Blauer 1999
Located in London, GB
Published by Nedbank 1st edition 1999 English text A lavishly illustrated volume exploring Africa's rich traditions of crafts and decorative arts. Focusing on the people of sub-Saha...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Bally Pac-Man Arcade Game, 1980 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 'PAC-MAN' arcade game from 1980. Pac-Man was originally a Japanese video game franchise developed, published and owned by Bandai Namco Entertainmen...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Acrylic, Plywood

Rob. Mallet Stevens Architecture Furniture Interior Design 1st Edition 1990
Located in London, GB
Published by the MIT Press Cambridge Massachusetts 1st US Edition 1990 Rob Mallet-Stevens was one of the more controversial architects of the modern movement and, along with Le Corb...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Oliver Messel a biography by Charles Castle 1st Edition 1986
Located in London, GB
Published by Thames and Hudson New York 1st Edition 1886 Oliver Messel had a brilliant career as a designer for theatre,ballet,opera,and films which spanned over four decades from t...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Translated book: Heroin from Vietnam and Nightmares in Colombia, 1J144
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into the realm of global intrigue with this vintage book titled "Героин из Вьетнама и Кошмар в Колумбии" (Heroin from Vietnam and Nightmares in Colombia). Hailing from the city ...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage USSR Book: 'Selected Works' by Rabindranath Tagore, 1J111
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the poetic world of Rabindranath Tagore with this captivating vintage book, 'Selected Works,' translated from Bengali, from the USSR. Circa 1987, this book stands...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Paul Iribe précurseur de l'Art Déco, 1883-1935 1st Edition 1983
Located in London, GB
Published in 1983 by Atelier d’imprimerie de Forney. Text in French Catalogue of the iconic Paul Iribe exhibition which took place from Oct. 6 to Dec. 31. 1983. Texts. Detailed descr...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1970s Vintage Lightning Bolt surfboard by Barry Kanaiaupuni
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Early-1970s Lightning Bolt surfboard made by Barry Kanaiaupuni. Features large and wide lightning bolt jag design, a telltale sign of the earliest of...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Vintage Literary Insight: The Final Sanctuary of Poet Lermontov, 1975, 1J143
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Delve into the world of literature and history with this vintage book titled "Последний приют поэта Лермонтова" (The Final Sanctuary of Poet Lermontov). Originating from the USSR and...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

A Bonheurs des Formes Design Francais 1945-1992 1st ed. 1992
Located in London, GB
Published by Editions du Regard French text A detailed examination of French design from 1945 - 1992. Includes designs for architecture, posters, street f...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Mid 20th Century Tiny Baby Teddy Bear Soft Huggable Vintage
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Precious Vintage Tiny Baby Teddy Bear jointed, soft and huggable 3 h x 1.75 w x .88 d Preloved vintage condition unrestored Review all images provided.
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American Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric

The Man of Fashion Peacock Males and Perfect Gentlemen 1st Edition 1997
Located in London, GB
Throughout history, the peacock male has strutted through the pages of men's fashion. Top fashion writer Colin McDowell charts this self-confident course, from the medieval knights, ...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Model of Malcolm Forbes Yacht "The Highlander"
Located in Norwell, MA
Builders style scale model of publisher Malcom Forbes' custom yacht "The Highlander". Highlander was designed by Jon Bannenberg and built by De Vries Sh...
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North American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Buckaroo - Kurt Markus - 1st Edition, Little, Brown & Company, 1987
Located in London, GB
First Edition, published by Little, Brown & Company, Boston, 1987 The photographs collected in 'Buckaroo: Images From the Sagebrush Basin' show why Kurt Markus's photographs of cowboys...
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American Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage 1970s Lightning Bolt surfboard by Tom Parrish
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Mid-1970s vintage Lightning Bolt surfboard made by Tom Parrish. Features bright yellow tint with double rail lightning bolt pinstripes. Beautiful red lightning bolt design with complimentary black shadow. A remarkable example of highly coveted 1970s Tom Parrish shaped Lighting Bolt surfboard. In 1972, Gerry Lopez and Jack Shipley started the popular lightning bolt surfboards label in Honolulu...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood

Aluminum Ships Engine Order Telegraph
Located in Norwell, MA
Ships bridge telegraph by Japanese Maker. Faceplate shows ships commands in english with astern and ahead, slow, half, full, finished with engines and stop. Also on plate: Manufac...
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Asian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Aluminum

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Acrylic, Plywood

Gucci Leather Travel Multi-Game Set, 1980s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage portable Gucci leather game case with chess, checkers and backgammon. Wood framed case wrapped in an elegant canvas with leather accents. Canvas features a repeating sequence of the Gucci interlocking "G" motif while the sides are wrapped in saddle leather. The face of the case is decorated with a red and green cotton strap across the front that is fastened in the middle by an iconic Gucci horse bit in brass. Case comes with a functioning key, black and white chess pieces, black and white checkers with Gucci logo on each, red and green backgammon chips...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Studio Made Brutalist Steel Painted & Etched Earrings
Located in Seguin, TX
Artist studio made earrings. Painted dark red and black steel with etched figure, long hand made sterling hooks, circa 1990's. Each earring is 3.75" L.
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American Brutalist Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

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