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Period: Late 20th Century
Wyland, the Whaling Walls
Located in Bradenton, FL
Wyland, the Whaling Walls. Softcover book published in 1997 by Wyland Studios of Laguna Beach, California. Illustrated, 195 pages.
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage 20th Century Pair Of Silver Plated Tennis Trophies c.1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Vintage 20th Century pair of English silver plated tennis trophies. Designed as a racquet and ball on top of an ebonised wooden stand, this pair of trophies would be a great winning ...
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British Other Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver Plate

Oriental Rugs and Carpets by Fabio Formenton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Oriental Rugs and Carpets by Fabio Formenton. Hardcover book with dustjacket, published in 1977 by Hamlyn Publishing Group. Printed and bound in Italy. Illustrated, 250 pages.
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Paul Louis Gastaud, Telephone Radio/ K7
By Paul-Louis Gastaud
Located in Marbella, ES
Paul Louis Gastaud (20th) Telephone Radio/ K7 Hi-Fi system embedded in an ABS phone Signed Measures: H 126 × Ø 41 cm Functional Excellent cond...
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French Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Plastic

Vintage Scandinavian Gold Cufflinks, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Square rounded of solid gold cufflinks made from 14-carat yellow gold. Nordic minimalism and purity comes alive in this subtle pair of vintage 197...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold

Nautical Flag From Power Squadron
Located in Norwell, MA
U.S. Power Squadron flag on wood pole fitted to a custom shadow box frame. The power squadron is an American boating club promoting safety on the water. High quality framing. 34"H x ...
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North American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Linen

"Saint-Cloud Manufactory, ca 1690–1766", First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Discovering the secrets of soft-paste porcelain at The Saint-Cloud Manufactory ca 1690-1766. North Haven: Yale University Press, 1999. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 303 p...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Fundamentals of Philately by L.N. Williams, 1st Ed hardcover
Located in valatie, NY
Fundamentals of Philately by L.N. Williams. Published by American Philatelic Society, 1990. 1st Ed hardcover. The book includes 2 chapters on general collecting and the remaining 13 ...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1970s Brass Spore Choker Necklace Style of Pal Kepenyes
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Brass Spore Choker Necklace In the style of Pal Kepenyes and Jack Boyd. Unmarked  4.75 w x 4.75 opening Pendant is 2.63 h x 2.63 w Original vintage Refer to listed images
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Mid-Century Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

American Wicker Woven Furniture from 1850 to 1930 by Jeremy Adamson, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
American Wicker: Woven Furniture from 1850 to 1930 by Jeremy Adamson. Rizzoli International Publications, 1993. First Edition hardcover with dust jacket. 176 pp. Beautifully illustra...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Harry Bertoia - Sculptor by June Kompass Nelson
Located in Bradenton, FL
Harry Bertoia - Sculptor by June Kompass Nelson. Hardcover book with dustjacket. First edition published in 1970 by Wayne State University Press of Detroit, Michigan. Illustrated, 13...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Les diners de Gala. Barcelona: 1974. First Spanish Edition
Located in Austin, TX
Revel in the eccentricities of Salvador Dalí with this first Spanish edition of "Les diners de Gala", published in Barcelona in 1974. This visually compelling tome delves into the fl...
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Spanish Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Andrew Wyeth - the Helga Pictures
Located in Bradenton, FL
Andrew Wyeth - The Helga Pictures. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Published by Harry N. Abrams of New York. Printed and bound in Japan. 208 pages.
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

French gold tone brooch by Nina Ricci, 1980s
Located in Delft, NL
French gold tone brooch by Nina Ricci, 1980s A brooch with three row pattern with smooth and rough surface by Nina Ricci, France Marked inside the brooche and it's from the 1980s Th...
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French Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold Plate

Longines 10K Gold-Filled Hexagonal Case Manual Watch w/ Crocodile Leather Band
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1960s Longines 10K Gold-Filled hexagonal case watch showcases exceptional craftsmanship, highlighted by its elegant gold-filled case. This Swiss-made watch features a sub-second...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold Plate

Paris Porcelains in the New Orleans Museum of Art, Signed 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Paris Porcelains in the New Orleans Museum of Art, by John W Keefe. New Orleans Museum of Art, New Orleans, 1998. Printed in a limited edition of 2,000 copi...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

VISIONAIRE 23: The Emperor's New Clothes by Karl Lagerfeld (2247/5000) (wrapped)
Located in Kleinburg, ON
From the Visionaire website: 23 THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES is our nude issue. Setting fashion aside but keeping style intact, fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld picked up his camera for...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper, Wood

Teledyne Ryan Firebee II Drone Contractor's Desk Model
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and extremely rare Teledyne Ryan Firebee II contractor's desk model, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good condition and super high quality. It is made of wood and mount...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Stainless Steel

Cyril Humphris Collection of European Sculpture and Works of Art, Part I & II
Located in valatie, NY
The Cyril Humphris Collection of European sculpture and Works of Art, Part I and II. Tuesday, January 10, 1995. Sotheby's New York. Sotheby's, Humphris, the London dealer...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1970s Two-Strand Amber Colored Catalin Beaded Necklace
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This versatile necklace showcases two strands, with one strand twice the length of the other. It can be styled in two ways: worn double to create two strands of equal length or arran...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Plastic

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.
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Dutch Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Nantucket Lightship Baskets & Auction Books
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Lightship Baskets of Nantucket, a continuing craft. Softcover book, stated first edition, published in 1994 by Nantucket Historical Association. Illustrated, 62 pages. Americana...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

AL Malaikah Vintage Iconic Masonic Shriner Burgundy Wool Fez Hat in Original Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
AL Malaikah vintage Masonic Shriner iconic burgundy wool Fez hat with original box. Al Malaikah, legion of Honor vintage fez hat from the Los Angeles ...
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American Moorish Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wool

1970s Brutalist Christian Dior Gold Tone Enamel Stone Cufflinks
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1970s Brutalist Christian Dior Gold Tone Enamel Stone Cufflinks stamped by maker approximately 1 x .75 x 1 Preowned original unre...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Stone, Gold, Enamel

The Art Museums of Louis I. Kahn
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Art Museums of Louis I. Kahn. Softcover book, published in 1989 by the Duke University Press. Printed in the United States, illustrated, 303 pages.
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

The Great Book of Currier & Ives' America
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Great Book of Currier & Ives' America by Walton Rawls. A huge hardcover with dustjacket coffee table book. First edition, published in 1979 by Abbeville Press of New York. Printe...
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Japanese Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Parrots of the World by Joseph Forshaw, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Parrots of the World by Joseph Forshaw. Published by Doubleday & Co., New York, 1973. 1st U.S. Edition hardcover. From the macaws of South America to the cockatoos of Australia, parrots are among the most beautiful and exotic birds in the world--and also among the most endangered. This stunningly illustrated, easy-to-use field guide...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Snake ring
Located in Nivelles, BE
Snake ring in brass to be worn on 3 fingers, very original, very well sculpted in brass with rhinestones on the snake's head and 2 small black stones for the eyes.
Category

Hollywood Regency Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

The Kingdoms of Edward Hicks by Carolyn J. Weekley, and Laura Pass Barry
Located in valatie, NY
The Kingdoms of Edward Hicks (Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center Series.) by Carolyn J. Weekley, and Laura Pass Barry. 254 pp. with 173 illustrations, including 131 plates in f...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Art At Auction, The Year At Sotheby Parke Bernet 1978-79, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Art At Auction : the Year At Sotheby Parke Bernet. 1978-79, Edited by Diana De Froment. Published by Philip Wilson Publishers, 1979, Sotheby's London. 1st...
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English Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Normandie, The Epic of the Giant of the Seas, French Book by Bruno Foucart, 1985
Located in Atlanta, GA
Normandie, L'Epopé du Géant des Mers, (The Normandie, the Epic of the Giant of Seas). A French book by Bruno Foucart, 1985. The Normandie, that French quality liner, also named Float...
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French Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Miniature Triumph Motorbike Rubber Tires
Located in VALENZA, IT
Vintage Triumph custom motorcycle in sterling silver with very accurate detail reproduction. The wheels are with spokes and rubber tires Completely handmade made in Italy 757gr...
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Italian Other Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Sotheby's Important Americana - Collection of Adolph Henry Meyer, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's Important Americana - Collection of Adolph Henry Meyer, 1st ed hardcover. New York: Sotheby's, 1996. With 222 lots illustrated (mostly in color) and annotated. A one of a k...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Shepherd Dog Figure: Charming & Rustic, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, ES
Embrace the charm of this vintage shepherd dog figure, a delightful addition to your home decor or collection. Made in Spain circa 1980, this rustic canine statue exudes character an...
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Spanish Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

The Art of Bev Doolittle
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Art of Bev Doolittle, text and poems by Elise Maclay. Hardcover book with dustjacket, published in 1990 by Bantum Books. Printed in Italy, illustrated, 160 pages.
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Italian Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Precious cigar box set galuchat-coated teak and ebony from 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Precious cigar box set galuchat-coated teak wood with ebony profiles, 1970s manufacture. Wooden teak base with slightly raised lid in the shape of a truncated pyramid and masterful...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Shagreen

Florida Book Collection - Set of 3
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of three books on Florida. Florida in Poetry by Jane Anderson Jones & Maurice O'Sullivan, hardcover book with dustjacket, stated first edition, published in 1995. Tales of Old ...
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1984 Nights at the Circus
Located in Bath, GB
A fine first edition copy of this unique and thrilling novel by Angela Carter, a wonderful example of postmodern fiction, signed by the author to the title page. The first edition, ...
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British Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Jasper Johns, Work Since 1974
Located in Bradenton, FL
Jasper Johns, Work Since 1974, by Mark Rosenthal. Softcover book, published in 1990 by Thames and Hudson. Printed and bound in the United States of America. Illustrated, 112 pages.
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American Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Blue Hand Painted Baroque Cherub or Angel Portuguese Ceramic Tile or Azulejo
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous blue hand painted Baroque cherub or angel 18th century style Portuguese ceramic tile or azulejo This tile painted in blue over white in ...
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Portuguese Baroque Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Delft, Faience, Terracotta

Ornamentalism The New Decorativeness in Architecture and Design, Stated 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Ornamentalism: The New Decorativeness in Architecture and Design by Robert Jensen and Patricia Conway. Clarkson N. Potter, NY, 1982. Stated 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Forewor...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Farber Brothers Krome Kraft, A Guide for Collectors Book by Julie Sferrazza 1988
Located in Atlanta, GA
Farber Brothers, Krome Kraft, a guide for collectors. English book, by Julie Sferrazza, 1988. The book contains information on each piece, including the glass manufacturer, color, an...
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American Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Thierry Despont, Houses (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Privately published in 1990 by the office of Thierry Despont to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Thierry W Despont Ltd, . One of a limited edition o...
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Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Kurt Schwitters by John Elderfield, First Edition
By John Elderfield
Located in valatie, NY
Kurt Schwitters by John Elderfield. Thames & Hudson Ltd, 1985. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 355 color and b/w illustrations by Kurt Schwit...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Christie's Magnificent Jewels Geneva May 27, 1993 First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Christie's Magnificent Jewels Geneva May 27, 1993. First edition softcover. The 491 lot catalog on 181 pp. Color photographs throughout.  
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Swiss Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Giuseppe Armani Lady Porcelain Figurine
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful and elegant porcelain figurine named " Florence " signed and stamped by the maker Giuseppe Armani. This beautiful is one of the rare authen...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

Vintage Gold Plated Manicure Set by Gosol Sollingen, Germany 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Decorative yet very useable vanity or travel manicure set consisting of 10 parts including the leather pouch and Gold Plated Cup. The manicure set was ...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold Plate, Steel

Chinese Ceramics: The Koger Collection by John Ayers, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Chinese ceramics: The Koger Collection by John Ayers. Sotheby's Publications, New York London, 1985. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. In 1973 Mr and...
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English Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Ruth Bernhard: The Eternal Body
Located in Richmond, VA
Hardback book titled Ruth Bernhard: The Eternal Body – A Collection of Fifty Nudes, with text by Margaretta K. Mitchell and designed by Max H. Silten. Published by Photography West G...
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Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Lucite Chess Set in Travel Case
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s lucite chess set. The pieces are in a smoky brown and clear acrylic with a fitted case with a board built into the top. The case is vinyl I bel...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Acrylic

Russian Imperial Style Book, Hardbound, 1st Edition with Jacket
By Laura Cerwinske
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sumptuously illustrated with over 100 stunning full-page color photographs, this exquisite book displays the opulence and incomparable beauty of the treasures created for and collect...
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American Balkan Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Berlin Radio Tower Brass on Wooden Base Scale Design Model, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Berlin Radio tower. Rare collectible in metal on a wooden base. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or desktop. Made in the 1930s this item will be a ...
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German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Copper

Interview Magazine Collection 1980's 10 pieces Andy Warhol
Located in Fulton, CA
A collection of 10 Interview magazines with the origin of Andy Warhol. Ten issues featuring interviews with celebrities Robin Williams, Catherine Oxenberg, Aretha Franklin, Diane Kea...
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American Post-Modern Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Capodimonte Headboard Madonna With Child, Made in Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Capodimonte headboard Madonna with Child, Made in Italy, 1980s Found in a noble apartment, it has important dimensions (height 47 cm). Intact. Small signs of the time. It is difficul...
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Italian Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

Williamsburg before and After, the Rebirth of Virginia's Colonial Capital
Located in Bradenton, FL
Williamsburg Before and After: The Rebirth of Virginia's Colonial Capital by George Humphrey Yetter. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Published in 1994 by The Colonial Williamsburg Fo...
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American Colonial Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Picasso, The Cubist Years, 1907-1916 Catalogue Raisonne Paintings & Related Work
Located in valatie, NY
Picasso, The Cubist Years, 1907-1916 A Catalogue Raisonne of the Paintings and Related Works. Published by Thames & Hudson, London, 1979. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. A catalog...
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English Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Colonial Williamsburg by Phillip Kopper, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Colonial Williamsburg by Phillip Kopper. Harry N. Abrams/The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, New York, NY, 1986. Philip Kopper follows the history of the magnificent restoration of...
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American Vintage Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Die Möbel Der Residenz München, First Edition
By Alexander Herzog von Württemberg
Located in valatie, NY
Die deutschen Möbel des 16. bis 18. Jahrhunderts. Die MöBel der Residenz München by Brigitte Langer and Alexander Herzog von Württemberg. Prestel Verlag, Munich, 1997. First edition ...
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German Late 20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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