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Style: Romantic
Antique Mortar, Wabi Sabi Style, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Wooden Wabi Sabi Mortar from Scandinavia, circa 1800s. In good vintage condition showing beautiful patina from age and use.
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Romantic Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Antique Root Bowl, Wabi Sabi Style, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Wooden Wabi Sabi Root bowl from Scandinavia, circa 1800s. In good vintage condition showing beautiful patina from age and use.
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Romantic Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Antique Wooden Bowl, Wabi Sabi Style, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A set of two wooden Wabi Sabi bowls from Scandinavia, circa 1800s. In good vintage condition showing beautiful patina from age and use.
Lagerst bowl: Ø34 cm, H: 19 cm
Smallest bowl...
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Romantic Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Antique Root Bowl, Wabi Sabi Style, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A unique and large root bowl from Norway, Scandinavia, dated 1818. In good vintage condition showing beautiful patina from age and use.
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Romantic Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
A Large Antique Root Bowl, "Trøys", Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A unique and large root bowl from Norway, Scandinavia.
In Norwegian called "Trøys"
A trøys is a vessel used for transporting liquid. It is usually shaped like a bowl with a spout o...
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Romantic Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
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Find a broad range of unique Romantic scientific instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage scientific instruments created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Romantic scientific instruments made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for scientific instruments differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,098 and tops out at $1,387 while the average work can sell for $1,245.
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