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Period: Late 20th Century
This Week's Listings Only
Minimalist Chess Set Attributed to Joseph Hartwig, 1924
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bauhaus designed ceramic and aluminum chess set housed in individual wood red cases.
Category
American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
Fathers of the Air Service Authentic Signature Collage, circa 1926-1993
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a collage celebrating the men who made an early impact on the formation of America’s Air Service. Complete with signatures by Jimmy Doolittle, Tooey Spaatz, Hap Arnold, ...
Category
American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage 1970s Orioli Ceramic Amphora - Italian Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1970s Orioli Ceramic Amphora - Italian Mid-Century Modern Pottery
This exquisite single-handle ceramic amphora, crafted by the renowned Italian ceramics maker Orioli in the ...
Category
Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
Height Adjustable Tie/Jewelry Holder in Lucite & Nickel by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful nickel and Lucite towel, ties or jewelry holder designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970.
The piece is in excellent original condition with only min...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Nickel
1995 Northern Lights
Located in Bath, GB
The first edition, first printing of the first novel in Philip Pullman's celebrated trilogy of young adult novels, in the first issue dust wrapper.
The first edition, first impressi...
Category
British Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
David Hicks First Edition Book - Living with Design
By David Hicks
Located in New York, NY
A first edition book by David Hicks titled "Living with Design."
Printed in 1979.
Hardcover with dust jacket.
Category
English Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Wood Foundry Mold, Italy, 1980s
Located in Milan, IT
Marvellous wood foundry mold.
Small scale architectural attitude piece also available in different landscapes.
Category
Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
"The Age of Jackson" by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., Book of the Month Edition
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Schlesinger, Arthur M., Jr. The Age of Jackson. New York: The American Past, 1989. Book of the Month Club edition. New introduction by the author with original boards, dust jacket, s...
Category
American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Hand-Made High-Quality Animal Skin Bentwood Drum with Ink Graphic Decoration
Located in Miami, FL
Hand-Made High-Quality Animal Skin Bentwood Drum with Ink Graphic Decoration
Offered for sale is a hand-made, high-quality animal skin drum with bentwood frame and brass and metal. ...
Category
Spanish Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
DAVID HICKS Style & Design First Edition Book 1987
By David Hicks
Located in New York, NY
A first edition book by David Hicks, titled "David Hicks Style & Design." 1987 printing. Hardcover with dust jacket.
Category
English Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Vintage Bronze Cast of Calf Fetus
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage bronze cast of a calf fetus from Holland. Bronze cast is from the 1980's and has impeccable detail. Vintage condition with minor wear consistent to age and use.
Category
Dutch Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hard Copy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The first edition printed in the US in English. A small tear in the front cover page and a small mark on the book. From a private collector.
Category
North American Jugendstil Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Sterling Iron Hinged Cabinet Collar, US, 1999
Located in New York, NY
Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...
Category
North American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver, Iron
Vintage Lucite Shell Seashell Mirror Obelisk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage seashell, Lucite and mirror obelisk.
Category
American Hollywood Regency Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Lucite
Victorian Cameo Brooch Bar Pin
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Coral on brass, materials unconfirmed. Bar Pin Art Deco with small (unknown) green jewels. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described ...
Category
Art Deco Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Barigo Germany barometer fine design in years '70
Located in Biella, IT
Barigo Germany rare barometer design in years '70 with old label of the price in disappeared italian coin "lire"
very elegant and fine design for this interesting object
Category
German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Chinese Double Dragon Silver and Amethyst Choker
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sterling silver with gold accents and faceted amethyst stone. No hallmarks. Weight: 1 ozt.
Category
Chinese Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, Sterling Silver
1994 Captain Corelli's Mandolin
By Louis de Bernieres
Located in Bath, GB
The first edition of Louis de Bernieres' best known work, set in Greece during World War Two.
The first edition, first impression, in the variant black cloth binding.
Signed by the...
Category
British Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Roger Capron, Zodiac Charm Aquarius, Vallauris 1973
By Roger Capron
Located in St Ouen, FR
Thin sheet of partially glazed stamped porcelain with the motif of a female figure embodying the sign of Aquarius.
Rare item from a limited series created by the artist in 1973 arou...
Category
French Other Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
Karl Nissan Sculpture, circa 1986
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sculpture by the artist Karl Nissan, circa 1986.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Methacrylate plate fixed by a rubber link on a black acrylic bracelet, matt exterior and glossy interior, locked by an altugas rod wearing the Artist's brand.
Both the facade and th...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
Old Antiques Books
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Two interesting Antiques books from my collection, indispensable for an antique dealer:
"A thousand pieces of furniture from Emilia" (Graziano Manni) - cm.34x25x3 -
"Passionati and ...
Category
Italian Other Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Sapphire & Diamond 18ct Cluster Ring
Located in Worcester, GB
Sapphire & diamond 18ct cluster ring
Centring on a six claw set circular mixed cut blue sapphire. Surrounded by six claw set round brilliant cut diamonds, with an outer row of t...
Category
British Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold
Solid Brass Ships Nautical Miles Gauge
Located in Norwell, MA
Made in England by Thomas Walker and Son LTD Birmingham. Triple dial, anchor logo, nautical miles, and per mile and hundred miles gauges. Great piece of n...
Category
European Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Pair of Aluminum Ships Windows
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of aluminum ships portholes. Rectangular in shape. Pierced with ten holes each.
Overall Dimensions: Weight is 4 pounds each. 16" L x 9" W.
Category
Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum
Nautical Signal Flag In Shadowbox Frame
Located in Norwell, MA
Nautical signal flag representing the "First Substitute".The flag has a sturdy canvas hoist that is fitted with a white rope and wood toggle. The linen field is panels of blue and ye...
Category
North American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Linen
A Copper and Silver-Plated Mezuzah Case by Stanley Lechtzin, 1983. Judaica
Located in New York, NY
A Copper and Silver-Plated Mezuzah Case made by Stanley Lechtzin in 1983.
Stanley Lechtzin (1936-) Stanley Lechtzin, born in Detroit, is the Founder and Chairman of the metals/jewel...
Category
American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Vintage Japanese Giant Swank
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Vintage Japanese Giant Swank holds a unique charm, epitomizing the intricate craftsmanship and cultural richness of Japan. Its ornate design and meticulous detailing reflect cent...
Category
Japanese Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel this sculptural bangle is composed of two parts ; a sand blasted resin rectangle and an acrylic bracelet allowing the cuff to be closed.
The bangle bears the ...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Resin
Chart of Boston's North Shore
Located in Norwell, MA
Rarely found restrike of an 1804 chart by Nathanael Bowditch of the Harbors of Salem, Marblehead, Beverly, and Manchester.
Showing the Islands of Great Misery, Satan, Cuney, Winter,...
Category
North American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Japanese modern black plastic videogame Formula 1 by Tomy Electronic, 1978
Located in MIlano, IT
Japanese modern black plastic videogame Formula 1 by Tomy Electronic, 1978
Electronic game or video game mod. Formula 1 rectangular in black and silver plastic. On the front there is...
Category
Japanese Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
Spectacular Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel this Sculptural bangle is composed of two parts ; a sand blasted resin triangle and an acrylic bracelet allowing the cuff to be closed.
Both parts bear the ha...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Resin
Spectacular Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel this sculptural bangle is composed of two parts ; a sand blasted resin triangle and an acrylic bracelet allowing the cuff to be closed.
Both parts bear the ha...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Resin
Turkish shoe polish, brass '70s
Located in Manzano, IT
Turkish shoe polish, brass '70s
Traditional antique shoe shine box, handcrafted from natural wood and brass with special attention and care to detail. Similarly with handmade de...
Category
Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Iron
Nautical Signal Flag In Shadowbox Frame
Located in Norwell, MA
Nautical signal flag representing "third substitute". The flag has a sturdy canvas hoist that is fitted with a manila hemp rope and wood toggle. The linen field is white with a black...
Category
North American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Linen
Alain Ramié, Picasso Catalogue of the Edited Ceramic Works 1947-1971
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Alain Ramié, Picasso: Catalogue of the edited ceramic works 1947-1971,
English Edition,
published in 1988, by Galerie Madoura, hardbound.
Good interior con...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Methacrylate plate fixed by a rubber link on a black acrylic bracelet, matt exterior and glossy interior, locked by an altugas rod wearing the Artist's brand.
Both the facade and th...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
Spectacular Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel, this sculptural bangle in sandblasted resin bears the handwritten signature of the artist.
Measurements (cm) :
triangle's sides 9...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Resin
Silver Crown with Colored Jewels
Located in Dallas, TX
A vintage Peruvian silver crown with three colored crystals in green, red and pink. Peru marked silver. The interior for head is 3" diameter.
Category
Peruvian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Create Light & Atmosphere Hardcover Louis Poulsen Catalogue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Create Light & Atmosphere Hardcover by Louis Poulsen catalogue.
One of the finest and most recognisable lighting companies, Louis Poulsen.
Founded in Denmark in 1874 by Ludvig Raymon...
Category
Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Rare PANAMARENKO Artist Catalogue Raisonne by Hans Theys Belgium published 1994
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare Catalogue Raisonne of Belgian Artist PANAMARENKO about impudent collages, trembling artists and a snap of the fingers.
About smokescreens, specificity and form. In which the re...
Category
Belgian Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Anne Sexton Signed Galley & First Edition, The Death Notebooks
Located in Southbury, CT
The proof (printed before the hardcover, sent out to reviewers) and final first printing, first edition of American poet, Anne Sexton's final collection of poetry printed in her life...
Category
American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Anatomical Model: the Skeletal Part of a Foot, Germany, 1970’s
By Somso
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model depicting the skeletal part of a foot, made by Somso, Sonenberg. Germany, circa 1970.
Category
German Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Metal Handbag
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This bag is very interesting; I don't remember where I found, but I think during a travel to USA.
I'm old now and don't use anymore: to tell the truth, I've never used it, I liked h...
Category
American Other Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Clear Lucite Table Lighter, Italy, 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Clear Lucite table lighter.
Italian manufacture 1970s.
Measures: H 13 x 7 x 7 cm
Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use. In wo...
Category
Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Spectacular Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel this sculptural bangle is composed of two parts ; a sand blasted resin triangle and an acrylic bracelet allowing the cuff to be closed.
Both parts bear the ha...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Resin
Model Yacht "Endeavour" by William Hitchcock
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine model of the 1934 J class yacht Endeavour by noted model maker William Hitchcock. With planked deck, brass skylights, winches, wheels, etc. Rigg...
Category
Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
1990s Belgian Metal & Marble Trophy
Located in High Point, NC
This exceptional 1990s Belgian trophy melds industrial charm with classic prestige. Constructed from robust metal and set upon a stately marble base, it commemorates the "CSAP TOUT-T...
Category
Belgian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble, Metal
Geometric Cuff, Isaky, Paris c. 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Methacrylate plate fixed by a rubber link on a black acrylic bracelet, matt exterior and glossy interior, locked by an altugas rod wearing the Artist's brand.
Both the facade and th...
Category
French Space Age Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
1970 A Portfolio of Thomas Bewick Wood Engravings
By Thomas Bewick
Located in Bath, GB
One hundred stunning wood engravings by Thomas Bewick in two beautifully presented portfolios with an introductory volume, enclosed in a slipcase.
One of 150 limited edition copies ...
Category
American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
20th Century Israeli Sterling Silver, Brass and Wood Omer Counter
Located in New York, NY
Omer counter, sterling silver, brass, and wood, Jerusalem, Israel, circa 1985.
Silver Omer counter over brass background on wood base with silver pins for...
Category
Israeli Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver, Brass
Auschwitz -Birkenau by Adam Kasckowski and photography Smolen Kazimiertz 1st ed
Located in CA, CA
Panstwowe Muzeum, Oswiecimiu 1970. Hardback first edition. Text in Polish, English, French, and German.
Scarce copy of this book with photographs by Adam Kaczkowski and text edited...
Category
Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Semiprecious Stones
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico City, MX
A gorgeous Brutalist bronze necklace with semiprecious stones by Pal Kepenyes. The necklace with 6 organic-shaped medals and 6 irregular semiprecious stones set by needle-shaped claw...
Category
Mexican Brutalist Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
20th C Orientalist School Plans of the Views of Youssef Al Khereiji's Hotel
Located in Marbella, ES
Orientalist school of the 20th century.
"Views of Youssef Al Khereiji's Hotel".
Drawings on paper (x4).
With informative inscriptions.
Measurements: 49.5 x 69.5 cm (x4).
A set consisting of four views of different areas of Youssef Al Khereiji's hotel. The pieces show detailed sketches of rooms such as the gymnasium and the swimming pool in such a way that it can be seen that these are preparatory...
Category
Spanish Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Scottish Fisheries Sterling Silver Plane Model Fokker F27-200 Hallmarked 1987
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1987 by Thomas Buchanan, this handsome, sterling silver model of a plane, is presented on a wooden stand with a vacant cartouche ideal for engraving a presentation inscription. The model measures: 9.5" (24cm) tall, by 13" (33cm) in length, by 15.75" (40cm) across the wings, and weighs 36.7 troy ounces including the base.
The vertical stabiliser and rudder of the plane model are engraved with the crest of the Scottish Fisheries Protection Agency, part of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, and the plane itself is a model of a Fokker F27...
Category
Scottish Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
USSR Cold War Era 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972.
Located in Canterbury, England
A superb set of Russian 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972, manufactured during the Cold War period and originally issued to Soviet forces with outstanding opt...
Category
Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
1980s French Antique Handmade Miniature Shoe Made of Silk and Fabric
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s French antique handmade miniature shoe made of silk and fabric
Atelier Jean Claude.
Category
French Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fabric, Silk
1930's English Bronze Rudder with Wooden Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
1930's English bronze rudder with wooden handles.
Category
English Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
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