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Sale Items
Vintage Triangular Hanukkah Menorah
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Hannukah Menorah. This vintage piece is a replica of a menorah from the 14th century southern Europe. Made in Israel, this piece is ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Israeli Baroque Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Victorian Wide Scroll Twist Design Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Cuff
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Victorian-style bracelet cuff. All in sterling silver haute couture - iconic. This piece is not only a ready-to-wear creation but also the most dynamic piece of modern scul...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Ladies Cane or Walking Stick by Wmf Germany, 1910s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish dress cane or women's walking stick. Its made from black lacquered wood and features an ornamented handle in Alpacca Silver. Fully hallmarked from...
Category
Vintage 1910s German Edwardian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Silver
Optical Black and White Lacquer Hinged Backgammon Game
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking and artistically crafted Backgammon board that doubles as a captivating piece of modern décor. Sleek lacquered details elevate this game board into a true work of art, fea...
Category
20th Century Modern Games
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
21th Century Italian Sterling Silver Console Miniature with Mirror
By Creazioni Sacchetti
Located in VALENZA, IT
Console miniature in 925 silver with mirror and marble top, wooden details.
This miniature was made in 925 silver with the fusion technique.
The supports under the top depict three...
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Sterling Silver
Pair of Salterini Iron Peacock Salesman Sample Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Phenomenal pair of miniature wrought iron peacock chairs designed by John Salterini. This diminutive set of doll size chairs were made as sa...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Iron
GUCCI Golf Ball Case Bag by Adidas x GUCCI
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Limited Edition GUCCI x adidas golf ball case handbag or shoulder bag in green and white color ways, with removable and adjustable shoulder strap and push closure / made in Ital...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Canvas, Wood
18th Century Italian Baroque Red Marble Holy Water Font or Stoup
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique Baroque red marble holy water font or stoup with great patina, Italy, circa 1750.
Weathered,
H:8,5cm W:28cm D:23,5-33,5cm
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items
Materials
Marble
Antique Map of Tracks of Anson's Ships around South America & Cape Horn, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique map titled 'Kaart van het Zuidelykste Gedeelte van Zuider Amerika (..) - Carte de la Partie Meridionale de l'Amerique Meridionale (..)'.
Detailed chart tracking the route of Capt. George Anson's ship The Centurion in 1745. The chart shows the tracks of Anson's ships around South America & Cape Horn to the Juan Fernandes Islands, with notes on currents and positions.
In 1740 Capt. George Anson (1697-1762) of the Royal Navy, was given command of a squadron of ships. As England was at war with France and Spain, Anson's task was to intercept and capture a Spanish treasure...
Category
Antique 1740s Maps
Materials
Paper
Early 1900s Vintage Solid Wood Airplane Propeller Sculpture Wall Decoration
By Sensenich
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC offers an Antique vintage circa early 1900 Solid wood
No label or signature.
Provenance Old barn in Buck County PA, Family-owned ranch for over 150 years.
Parts of an airpl...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Aviation Objects
Materials
Wood
Majestic Map of Europe by Andriveau-Goujon - Complete Continental View - ca.1849
Located in Langweer, NL
Majestic 19th Century Map of Europe by Andriveau-Goujon - Complete Continental View - Circa 1849
This magnificent and intricately detailed map of Europe, titled "Carte Physique et...
Category
Antique 1840s Maps
Materials
Paper
Swedish Folk Wooden Dala Pig Toy, circa 1960
By Nils Olsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handpainted Swedish wooden traditional Dala pig toy. Designed by Nils Olsson in Sweden, circa 1960. Materials: Wood In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Primitive Antique Farmhouse Pine Butter Churn Milk Bucket Wood Barrel Cannister
Located in Dayton, OH
A large primitive pine butter churn. Features a removable lid and braided wicker accents. A neat addition to any farmhouse setting.
Dimensions:
31" x 22" x 18"
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wicker, Pine
Asian Egret Large Diorama
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-941 Hand made diorama using bird feathers and natural fauna set in a lacquered wood frame under glass.
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings and Screens
Materials
Feathers, Hardwood
Natural Seashell Trumpet Triton Sea Snail
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful natural specimen, Charonia is a genus of very large sea snail, commonly known as Triton's trumpet or Triton snail. They are marine gastropod moll...
Category
20th Century Unknown Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Kay Bojesen Monkey, Danish Design, 2000s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kay Bojesen monkey, originally designed in 1951.
Made of teak and limba wood.
Danish design.
The monkey is a classic gift for baptism, graduatio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
19th Century Belgium Set of Iron Tons, Educational Teaching Measures of Capacity
Located in Haarlem, NL
Set of antique iron measure of capacity ton for educational use.
Beautifully aged, slightly rusty patina but still very robust.
The white letters are hand painted on the black paint...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Jars
Materials
Iron
1980s Original Gorgeous Playing Cards Box by Piero Fornasetti
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Original gorgeous playing cards box by Piero Fornasetti in walnut wood . It's in excellent condition and includes two packs of Dal Negro cards. The box is signed on the botto...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Domino Set of Carrara Marble in Lidded Marble Casket Case
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 28 Carrara Marble Domino's in corresponding case or casket. with lid.
The set is very nice, elegant and substantial - a compliment to any game room and a beautiful set to play with. Each domino has the usual slit, but these have a small ball bearing in the middle - very sophisticated.
A lovely housewarming, wedding, fathers or mothers day gift.
Category
20th Century Games
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal
Mid-Century Aldo Londi for Bitossi Geometric Ceramic Ashtray, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Aldo Londi for Bitossi yellow and orange geometric ashtray or bowl.
Signed on the bottom. Italy 1960s.
Aldo Londi (Montelupo Fiorentino, 1911-20...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Actuel magazine 1989 Warhol Basquiat Boxing
By Jean-Michel Basquiat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare vintage 1989 Actuel magazine exploring the history of the iconic Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat collaborations poster and 1985 exhibit. Cover and interior editorial features reproductions of the iconic 1985 poster shot by Michael Halsband in conjunction with Tony Shafrazi Gallery, New York. A standout Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol boxing...
Category
Vintage 1980s Books
Materials
Paper
Vintage Sheaffer Fountain Pen, circa 1950
By Montblanc
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sheaffer fountain pen, circa 1950. Manufactured by Sheaffers In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials...
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Red Coral Multi-strand Necklace and Earrings Suite with Bone Carving
Located in Lomita, CA
Each bead reflects light in this luminous multi-strand red coral necklace with bone carving. It is modern and was acquired at an estate sale in Los Angeles. The long torsade necklac...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Coral
1950s Dutch Industrial Scientific Convex Lens Brass Stand Cast Iron Tripod Base
Located in Haarlem, NL
Scientific school or laboratory convex shaped lens on a brass stand with cast iron tripod base.
The heavy convex glass lens is 7 1/2 cm (2.95") th...
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Italian Vintage Toy for Girl Carriage with Horse
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
Nice vintage Italian toy of the 50's for girl, of Italian manufacture. The toy is a pretty carriage with its horse attached for little girl, the carriage still has working its pedals...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games
Materials
Steel
1700s Colonial Hand-Forged Strongbox Verdigris Green Jewelry Table Chest Safe
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hand Wrought Lock Box. Beautiful patina. Painted inside with date, which is after the original creation date.
Box W 13.25 x D 10 x H 10 in.
Key L 4 in.
Category
Antique 1770s American American Colonial Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Cabinet of Curiosities Antique Book Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Discover the enchanting allure of this Cabinet of Curiosities, a unique antique book and plaster sculptural artwork created circa 1950. This captivating piece, crafted by an unknown ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Oil Lamp 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique English nautical ship / Yacht / lifeboat gimbal compass / binnacle. Copper and brass body with single oil lamp on one side for illumination. Gimbal Sestrel compass...
Category
Early 20th Century Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
Monumental Texas Longhorn Mounted Bull
By Bud Jones Taxidermy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This was found on a Ranch in Texas and is signed Bud Jones Taxidermy from Texas and dated 1969. The condition is very good.
Category
Late 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Art
Materials
Cowhide
Lamborghini Carbon Speaker
Located in Paris, FR
Speaker Lamborghini Carbon with all structure in polymerised carbon
in an autoclave at 6 bar, including an original Lamborghini exhaust pipes,
a bluetooth® 4.0 – aptX® decoding, a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Musical Instruments
Materials
Carbon Fiber
Mid Century Industrial Cast Aluminium Set of Left Size 9 Men Rubber Boot Moulds
Located in Haarlem, NL
Nice decorative 1950s industrial cast aluminium industrial set of two left rubber boot moulds in size 9 men. They are not solid all the way but still very thick and heavy.
Both stam...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Materials
Aluminum
Blue and White Johnson Bros Saucer Catchall or Trinket Dish Carisbrooke England
By Johnson Brothers
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Small blue and white decorative plate or saucer by Jonson Brothers. Circular in shape with pinched edges, this plate depicts a scene of Carisbrooke Castle England in 1792.
Category
20th Century English Chinoiserie Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Gumps Black Brocade Bag Jade Clasp Hong Kong
By Gumps
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Gump's San Francisco Black Clutch Bag Jade Clasp
floral silk brocade pattern
antiqued gold tone hardware
Stylish wristlet strap
Silk lining
interior pocket
approximately 6 h x...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Stone, Metal
Natural Matching Pair Whole Complete Giant Clam Sea Shell Tridacna Gugas 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Beautiful complete natural specimen, Tridacna Gigantas / Giant Clam shell / fossil featuring matching top and bottom halves. White in color. Seven folds. N...
Category
Late 20th Century Nautical Objects
Materials
Shell
Fine Steinway & Sons Wedgwood Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Baby Grand Piano Model M
By Steinway & Sons
Located in Roslyn, NY
Steinway & Sons Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Baby Grand Piano
Model M, serial no. 244684, circa 1926
With Wedgwood Light Blue Jasperware / Wedgwood Framed Ov...
Category
20th Century American Regency Musical Instruments
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Chinese Export Silver Belt Buckle with Samurais, Woshing Shanghai
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Two-piece belt buckle in sterling silver. Made in Woshing Shanghai circa 1910. It depicts samurais riding on Foo Dogs/Lions on a matte textured background. Very fine details and clea...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
1964 Raleigh RM4 49CC Moped
Located in Houston, TX
This is a 1964 Raleigh RM4 moped. The Raleigh Bicycle Company is a British bicycle manufacturer founded in 1885, it is one of the oldest and largest, b...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Vintage Handmade Miniature Metal Chair with Stick Figure Person Motif
Located in Amityville, NY
Unique handmade vintage miniature chair made from metals with mixed finishes. Geometric in form with a round, concave seat atop an angular, square frame, likely intended to hold an i...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Antique Atlas Strongman Iron Circus Dumbbell 65 Pounds Vintage Carnival Relic
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ancient and heavily pitted iron dumbbell, weighs about 65 pounds. Maker and history remain unknown, at point of purchase I was told it came from a Circus.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Fendi Umbrella with Gold Logo
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful black and gold umbrella by Fendi - signed Fendi Perfumes. In wonderful condition, design works well unisex - full sized with case - sleek han...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Fabric, Resin, Wood
"November 26, 1963" JFK Limited Edition Book Signed by Ben Shahn & W. Berry
By Ben Shahn
Located in San Diego, CA
"November Twenty Six Nineteen Hundred Sixty Three / November 26, 1963" John F. Kennedy book with sleeve signed by artist, Ben Shahn and poet, Wendell Berry, circa 1964. This limited ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Leather English Riding Saddle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English Riding Saddle - All Leather by the Ansur Saddle Company. The style is the The Elite...
The piece was acquired from an Estate in Los Angeles -...
Category
20th Century Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Original Hand-Colored Antique Map of America by Danckerts, circa 1680
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Novissima et Accuratissima Totius Americae Descriptio per I. Danckerts'. Striking map of America. California is shown as an island, Based Upon Sanson's model. The Great Lakes are shown with an open western coastline. No Northwestern Coast beyond 40 degrees. The seven cities of Cibola appear in the Southwestern US. The conception of the Mississippi River is still very vague and pushed far west of its true mouth. The large lake in the Southeastern US first seen on Le Moyne's map is still present. South America retains its excessively wide format. A hopeful extension from Button's Bay is shown portending a possible Northwest Passage. The map is richly embellished with two cartouches, 9 sailing vessels and elaborate vignettes of native villages, native warriors...
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Kay Bojesen Jointed Monkey Toy Danish Modern Teak
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Kay Bojesen articulating and jointed teak monkey. Bought from the original owner who had it in the early 1960s. Nice color and patina the cords are loosely sold AS/IS.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Vintage Human Body Educational Model / Anatomical Model, circa 1940s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Fantastic looking vintage anatomical model of a full human body on a black granite base. The height of the model with base (4 cm) is 82 cm.
Unfortunately, removable parts are missing.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Granite
Articulated Toy Elephant by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Diego, CA
Articulated toy elephant by Kay Bojesen, circa 1990s. #1469
Kay Bojesen's elephant, born in 1953, is a world-famous Classic for children and adults...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Oak
1970s Exquisited Handcrafted Smoking Set in Ceramic and Gold Leaf. Made in italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Exquisited handcrafted smoking set in ceramic and gold leaf. Made in italy. The table lighter works perfectly. This smoking set is in excellent condition.
Dimension :
Table Li...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold Leaf
Globemaster Brass & Bronzed Metal Floor Globe by Replogle 20th C
By Replogle Globes
Located in Big Flats, NY
A globemaster floor globe by Replogle offers globe on brass and bronzed metal base having swivel carriage on column with circular foot, 20th c...
Category
20th Century American Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Brass
Plaster Religious Baby Jesus Traditional Figure, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional religious plaster figure of a baby Jesus. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age...
Category
Vintage 1930s Spanish Modern Religious Items
Materials
Plaster
Silver Plate Coin Purse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver plate coin purse with three sections for change, money, lipstick, etc. perfect for the man or woman that enjoys carrying a small but efficient piece....
Category
20th Century Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate
Karl Wieden German Silver Plated Repoussé Night Watch Cigar 420 Table Lighter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful German table lighter by Karl Wieden. The Silver finish is patinated perfectly and the Repoussé Figures of the "Night Watch' are well ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver Plate
Theodore Alexander 16th Century Style German Hammered Bronze Suit Armour Knight
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Theodore Alexander Medieval Suit of Armour. Styled after an original 16th Century German suit that sold at auction for well over $50,000. Retai...
Category
Late 20th Century Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Tommy Gun Movie Prop Theatrical Toy Weapon
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Measures: L 32.5 x W 8 x Thk 6 in.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Copper Engraving Depicting the High Quality of the Fashion Under Louis XIV, 1684
Located in Langweer, NL
Beautiful engraving of Jean Dieu de Saint-Jean with title 'Homme de qualité en Surtout'
(translated in English: Man of of a particular quality). This original copper engraving is ha...
Category
Antique 1680s Prints
Materials
Paper
1964 Israel Katzman Book Architecture La Arquitectura Contemporanea Mexicana
By Javier Senosianin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Book
Limited Availability Book by Israel Katzman titled La Arquitectura Contemporanea Mexicana
Hard Cover. Published 1964. Original Dust Jacket.
Modern masters of contemporary Archit...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Vintage Observation Binoculars by Toko, Japan, 20 X 120
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Japanese Ex-navy 20 x 120 binoculars.
A large pair of Japanese ex-navy observation binoculars mounted on a vintage adjustable wooden tripod. The WWI...
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century Dutch Miniature Secretaire Cabinet
Located in Casteren, NL
19th century miniature secretaire cabinet made from Oakwood.
Decorative object, can be used as jewelry/letter box.
Originates Netherlands, dating, circa 1800
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Materials
Oak
Antique Map of the Cape Verde Islands, Africa, ca.1670
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Pascaert van de Soute Eylanden ofte Ilhas de Cabo Verde'.
This map depicts the Cape Verde Islands (Africa). Islands titled 'Ile de B...
Category
Antique 1670s Maps
Materials
Paper
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