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Place of Origin: German
Late 19th Century Hand Painted Majolica Plate with Nobleman Portrait German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A large german majolica plate, circa 1880-1890s. The plate represent a german nobleman on a gold plated background surrounded by flowers. Made ...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, Painted in Paris, On Paper, 1967
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Acrylic

Three Magical Fairy Tales Old Russia Plates by Gere Fauth
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Rijssen, NL
Stunning a rare Villeroy & Boch limited edition collector’s plates from Heinrich Porsellan illustrated by Gere Frauth. The size of each plates is 8-1/2" in diameter. It comes with...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

Large Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque - Germany
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque - Germany A large 10-pointer red deer trophy (Cervus elaphus) from the Black Forest, mounted on a dark green lacquered wooden pla...
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1930s Rustic Vintage German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Rustic Reflections: 1825 Peasant Scene Engraving by Ludwig Emil Grimm
Located in Langweer, NL
The antique print described is a captivating representation of rural life from the early 19th century, engraved by Ludwig Emil Grimm and published around 1825. Ludwig Emil Grimm, born in 1790 in Germany, was a notable artist and engraver of the time, known for his skill in capturing the essence of everyday life, particularly in rural settings. **Key Elements of the Print:** 1. **Subject Matter**: The print depicts two peasants in traditional attire, engaged in a moment of rest or conversation. This subject is typical of the Romantic era, which often romanticized rural life and the simplicity of the peasantry. 2. **The Woman**: She is shown sitting with a fruit basket in her right hand, suggesting a scene of harvest or market life. Her left hand raised to her chin indicates a moment of thought or conversation, adding a reflective or contemplative quality to the scene. 3. **The Man**: Holding a shepherd's staff, he represents the pastoral life, a common theme in art that idealizes the shepherd's connection with nature and the countryside. 4. **Costumes and Detailing**: The 'antique costume' implies traditional rural attire, which would have been specific to the region and period, providing a historical insight into the fashion and lifestyle of rural populations in the early 1800s. 5. **Artistic Style**: Grimm's style is likely to reflect the Romantic movement, characterized by its emphasis on emotion, nature, and the glorification of the past. His work often contained a level of detail that brought a sense of realism and authenticity to his subjects. 6. **Cultural and Historical Significance**: This print serves as a window into the early 19th-century rural life, reflecting the social, cultural, and economic conditions of the time. It offers a glimpse into the daily lives and roles of peasants in the early 1800s. 7. **Ludwig Emil Grimm's Legacy**: As a member of the Grimm family, Ludwig was lesser-known compared to his brothers, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm...
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Early 19th Century Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890.
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1890s Rustic Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

The Seven Year Itch R1966 German A1 Film Poster, Fischer-Nosbisch
Located in Bath, Somerset
Fabulous pop-art design by Dorothea Fischer-Nosbisch features on the 1966 re-release German film poster for Marilyn Monroe classic The Seven Year Itch. Love it! This vintage movie p...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Rare Large Signed Schaeffenacker Wall Ceramic Panel, Germany, 1970s
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Berlin, BE
Huge multicolored Helmut Friedrich Schaeffenacker ceramic wall plate in excellent condition.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

German Art Deco Plate by Thomas Porcelain, 1929
By Thomas Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful German Art Deco period white and gold porcelain plate signed by artist for the Thomas Porcelain company, 1929, Germany. Dated by hand, "May '29", and signature of artist,...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, circa 1890.
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1890s Rustic Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

unique handmade Large 40x40cm West German enamel metal Wall Plate "RED", 1980s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: enamel metal wall plate Decade: 1980s This original vintage wall plate with abstract hand-painted and colorful illustrations was produced in the 1980s in Germany, the ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Styrian Roe Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque, Austria 1933
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Styrian Roe Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque, Austria 1933 A 6 pointer roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophy on a wooden carved plaque. The trophy was shot in Styria, Austria in...
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1930s Rustic Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Antler, Wood

Victor Vasarely Rosenthal Studio Line Limited Edition Porcelain Plate
By Rosenthal
Located in Bochum, NRW
Victor Vasarely Rosenthal Studio Line, limited edition of 5000 pieces, no.: 4020, in unused, flawless condition. Rosenthal artist plate No. 13 - "Live and let live - love and let lov...
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1970s Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

Modernist German Wall Rug by Ewald Kröner for Kröner-Tapisserie, Germany, 1980s
By Schloss Hackhausen, Ewald Kröner
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall rug Decade: 1980s Origin: Germany Producer: K-Tapisserie, Germany (in the 1960s and 1970s Schloss Hackhausen, Germany) Design: Ewald ...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Painted Shooting Target with Castle Eppstein
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Hand-Painted Shooting Target with Castle Eppstein An antique hand-painted shooting target plaque. The wooden honor target is showing Castle Eppstein in Hessen, Germany. Hand...
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1930s Country Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Steel Engraved Print showing Natives of Michoacan, Mexico, ca.1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Tracht der Indianer von Mechoacon' Original antique steel engraving showing the costumes of natives of Michoacan, Mexico...
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Mid-19th Century Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

German Pink and Gold Porcelain Dinner Plate Charger or Wall Art
By Bauscher Weiden
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous pink and gold gilt porcelain German dinner plate charger or wall art, circa early-20th century, Germany. Plate has a heavy gold gilt edge and center; both are embossed wit...
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Early 20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Gold

Artist Plate No. 11 by Emilio Pucci for Rosenthal, Mid-Century, 1980s Germany
By Emilio Pucci, Rosenthal
Located in Andernach, DE
Art print wall plate by Emilio Pucci for Rosenthal was inspired by the cathedral of Florence, Italy: ''Unser Dom vereint Rhythmus und Geist unserer Stadt'' ('''Our cathedral combines...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

Krull 1985 East German Film Poster, Wengler
Located in Bath, Somerset
We love the super cool and colourful artwork that features on the East German poster for 80s sci-fi Krull. Very fun. This original vintage movie poster...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

majolika karlsruhe WALL PLATE plate rare oriental motif 1950s
By Karlsruher Majolika
Located in Mannheim, DE
Ceramic wall plate with rare and beautiful oriental decor. 1930s to 1950s. Majolika Karlsruhe logo on the backside. Dimensions in cm: Diameter 23 cm, height 2,8 cm. Dimensions in ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 8 Botanical Photogravures by Karl Blossfeldt, Berlin, 1932
By Karl Blossfeldt
Located in Stamford, CT
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravures Wundergarten der Natur, 1932. Hung together, these make a very impressive and modern wall display. Available in smaller groups or individually at $595...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

1970s Renée Neue for Hutschenreuther ''Solar'' Series, 2 Wall Plates, Fat Lava
By Hutschenreuther
Located in Andernach, DE
For all fans of German Fat Lava ceramics from the mid century here is a wonderful rarity by Renée Neue for Hutschenreuther. The set of two matching plates. The design known as the ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Large Modernist Brass Wall Object Decoration Sculpture HERON, Germany, 1960s
By Gilde Handwerk
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Modernist 60s HERON BIRD wall sculpture made in Germany. Vintage 60s brass metal wall sculpture. This wall hanging is very elegant and filigran with its BIRD theme. High quality Ge...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

The Avengers 1968 German Film Movie Poster
Located in Bath, Somerset
An incredibly rare and very beautiful The Avengers film poster. Between 1961 and 1969, 161 episodes of the classic 60s spy series The Avengers were produced. The dubbed German versi...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

WMF. A pair of brass wall plaques embossed with a lady's and gentleman's heads
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF, a pair of brass wall plaques, the centres embossed with a lady's and gentleman's heads within running strawberry borders.
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20th Century Art Nouveau German Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Wool Tapestry of a nude Seated Womanin style of Don Freedman, 1960s
By Don Freedman
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful, high-quality tapestry from the 1960s was made by hand from wool. The quality of the wool is excellent and the many decades have not affected its quality. The motif of...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Wool

Modernist German Wall Rug by Ewald Kröner Schloss Hackhausen, Germany, 1970 no2
By Ewald Kröner, Schloss Hackhausen
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall rug Decade: 1970s Origin: Germany Producer: Schloss Hackhausen, Germany Design: Ewald Kröner This rug is a great example of 1970s pop art interior. Made ...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Cotton

Still life Oil Painting, Gladiolus by Paul Kusche, 1920
Located in Vo', Veneto
Kusche, Paul (1882-1952), flower vase with gladiolus Measures: 100 cm x 70 cm (frame excluded) 39.4 in x 27.6 in (frame excluded) oil on board, 1920 Ancient painting depicting...
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1920s Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

RUSCHA ART 1970s WGP Pottery WALL PLATE " SAILING BOATS " 1970s Western Germany
Located in Landshut, BY
stunning (Ø 28cm) and heavy (1362grs) RUSCHA ART Wall Plate History of the company RUSCHA KERAMIK was originally founded in 1905 by Georg Schardt and was originally called Klein...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

Small German Majolica Iris Plate, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small German Majolica Iris Plate Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Singin' in the Rain R1966 German A1 Film Poster, Dorothea Fischer-Nosbisch
By Dorothea Fischer Nosbisch
Located in Bath, Somerset
We love the colourful umbrella design by Dorothea Fischer-Nosbisch that features on the 1966 re-release German film poster for Gene Kelly's classic musical Singin' in the Rain'. Singin' in the Rain is a 1952 American musical romantic comedy film directed and choreographed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, starring Kelly, Donald O'Connor, and Debbie Reynolds and featuring Jean Hagen, Millard Mitchell and Cyd Charisse...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Dr No 1963 German A0 Film Movie Poster, Atelier Degen, James Bond
Located in Bath, Somerset
The fantastic German A0 film poster for Dr No. Artist Atelier Degen effectively combines artwork and photo-montage to create a great poster. The large German A0 size also helps to de...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

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Paper

German Majolica Birds & Grapes Plate Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small German majolica birds & grapes plate circa 1900.
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Early 1900s Rustic Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

The Ladykillers R1972 German A1 Film Movie Poster, Hans Hillmann
By Hans Hillmann
Located in Bath, Somerset
We adore the design by Hans Hillmann that features on this 70s re-release German film poster for Ealing classic The Ladykillers. Clever, surreal and engaging, in design terms Hillman...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Median Incision of the Human Head Model by PHYWE 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Median Incision of the Human Head Model by PHYWE 1930s An antique, hand-painted and hand-inscribed anatomical model of a human head. A median section of the head for teaching purpos...
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1930s Other Vintage German Decorative Art

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

Antique & Top Quality Wall Bracket / Shelf w. Hand Painted Glazed Porcelain Tile
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and beautiful antique wall bracket with large hand-painted & glazed porcelain tile (marked and numbered on the back, see image 10). If you are looking for decorative and stylish antiques and you have a space to fill on your wall then this very rare bracket could be ideal. What makes this good size shelf stand out from others is the stunning handcrafted large tile with colorful floral painting...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain, Oak, Paint

Set of Fifteen Black Forest Roe Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques - Germany
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Set of Fifteen Black Forest Roe Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques - Germany A set of fifteen antique roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on wooden plaques with different s...
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Early 20th Century Country German Decorative Art

Materials

Antler, Wood

Majolica Grape Plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica grape plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890.
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1890s Country Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

"Geometrien" Decorative Wall Panel by Ludwig Theodor Gloss, Germany, 1961
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Decorative wall sculpture titled "Geometrien" by Ludwig Theodor Gloss, created in 1961 in Germany. This abstract piece, while predating the Memphis movement, beautifully anticipates ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Framed German Hand Colored Stealing Engraving Portrait of a Noble Lady, 1840s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An extraordinary Original stealing engraving of the royal gallery in Munich and Schleissheim, hand-colored. Beautiful hand crafted gilded Frame. Dated at the backside with a label fr...
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1840s Baroque Antique German Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood

Large Artist Ceramic Wall Plate with Horse Motif by Helmut Schäffenacker / Ulm
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Artist ceramic wall plate with horse motif by Schäffenacker / Ulm. Handmade made in Germany.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Large Black Forest Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque - Germany circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Black Forest Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque - Germany circa 1900 A large 8 pointer red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy from Germany mounted on a stained wooden plaque with elaborat...
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Early 1900s Black Forest Antique German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Great Antique Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1917
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Antique Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1917 An antique 8 pointer deer (Cervus pyragus) trophy mounted on a turned wooden plaque. The trophy was shot in Vogtland, German...
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1910s Black Forest Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Antler, Wood

John F. Kennedy Portrait, Original Drawing Pencil on Paper Dated 1963, Signed
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
John F. Kennedy Portrait - original drawing in pencil and charcoal on paper, realized by Detlef Henze, hand-signed, dated December 25, 1963. Provenance. Private collection Charcoal...
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Mid-20th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

large mid century 14" ruscha WALL TILE peacock motif 1970s
By Ruscha
Located in Mannheim, DE
Large 1970s wall tile by Ruscha Keramik with a relief-like depiction of a peacock. Dimensions in cm: Diameter 36.5 cm. Dimensions in inches: Diameter 14.37", Weight 2000 gms. __...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Large Black Forest Antique Deer Trophy, Germany 1940s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Black Forest Antique Deer Trophy, Germany 1940s A large uneven 5 pointer deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy mounted on a carved wooden plaque. The trophy was shot in the 1940s. Good...
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1940s Black Forest Vintage German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

large kroesselbach 1950s ceramic and plaster WALL TILE floral decor
Located in Mannheim, DE
Large and heavy 1950's wall tile manufactured by Kroesselbach Keramik. It is made of ceramic and plaster and has a black iron rim. Beautiful and typical 1950s leaves and blossoms mot...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

2x Unique Aluminium Mural with Enamel by Jung 1977, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Absolutely unique. Handmade pictures from aluminium and enamel. One picture is a little tarnished at the back. See pictures. Absolute eye-catchers.
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1970s Space Age Vintage German Decorative Art

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Metal, Aluminum, Enamel

Vintage Ornamental Brass Plate by Hans Przyrembel, Germany, Bauhaus, 1930
By Hans Przyrembel Bauhaus
Located in Roma, IT
Ornamental brass plate is an original decorative artwork realized in the 1930s. Original brass artwork. Created by Hans Przyrembel and made in Germany. The monogram of the...
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1930s Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Antique Print Slave Market by Hartwich, circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Unglückliche Stunden, Sklavenmarkt'. This print depicts a slave market in the East. Engraved by Hartwich, printed by Hölzer, Berlin. Source unknown, to be deter...
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Mid-19th Century Antique German Decorative Art

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Paper

Vintage Biology Educational Pull Down Chart by Jung Koch Quentell, Germany, 1969
By Gottlieb von Koch 1, Dr. Friedrich Quentell, Lehrmittelverlag Hagemann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Vintage pull down chart Original vintage school chart, by Jung-Koch Quentell Paperprint on linen. The canvas is fixed between two woo...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage German Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

The Seven Year Itch R1966 German A0 Film poster, Fischer-Nosbisch
Located in Bath, Somerset
One word simply sums up the German 1966 re-release poster for The Seven Year Itch featuring Fischer-Nosbisch artwork... Stunning! Its size makes for a great impact in any room. This...
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20th Century German Decorative Art

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Paper

Mid-century German School Wall Map New York City and Vicinity Map c.1962
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A mid-century school wall map of NYC and vicinity map in German. Linen backed mounted on two thick black dowels with leather strap. CREATOR Kartographic und Druck: Georg...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper, Linen

Majolica Plate Puppies Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate puppies Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890.
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1890s Rustic Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Modernist Brass Wall Object Decoration Sculpture Bonsai, Germany, 1960s
By Gilde Handwerk
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Modernist 60s BONSAI wall sculpture made in Germany. Vintage 60s brass metal wall sculpture. A divergence from the typical subject of birds. This wall hanging is very elegant and fi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern German Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Black Forest Vintage Red Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Vintage Red Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1920s A large antique red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy on a wooden plaque, painted in dark green. It comes from the no...
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1920s Black Forest Vintage German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Large Black Forest Antique Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Black Forest Antique Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Germany 1900s A large 6 pointer antique red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy on a wooden plaque with black finish. The trophy wa...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Big Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Turned Plaque, Germany 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Big Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Turned Plaque, Germany 1900s A great 6 pointer antique red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy on a wooden turned plaque with black finish. The trophy w...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Vintage Wild Boar Teeth Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Austria 1977
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Wild Boar Teeth Trophy on Wooden Plaque, Austria 1977 A vintage Black Forest wild boar (Sus scrofa) trophy on a carved wooden plaque. The plaque has a handwritten inscriptio...
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1970s Black Forest Vintage German Decorative Art

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Antler, Wood

Antique Print of a nice Hand-colored Antelope by Schreber '1775'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Antilope furcifer Smith'. Original antique print of an antelope. This print originates from 'Die Säugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen (.....
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Mid-18th Century Antique German Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

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