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What are anchor blocks made of?

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What are anchor blocks made of?
Classic anchor blocks were crafted from quartz sand, chalk and linseed oil. Today, anchor blocks are stone construction sets made in Germany and marketed as building toys for children. Shop a selection of vintage toys, including anchor blocks, on 1stDIbs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Richters German Anchor Blocks Building Toy
Located in Barcelona, ES
Discover a piece of history with this vintage Richters German anchor blocks building toy, also
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Baroque Toys

Materials

Quartz

Wooden Stump With Metal Base
Located in Miami, FL
A functional industrial-style stool made from a solid pine block, anchored with a steel plate at
Category

20th Century Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 RAAK Amsterdam White Cylinder and Pendant Lights
By RAAK
Located in Mortsel, BE
cylinder that serves as the housing. The design is anchored by a thick, solid block of pressed glass at the
Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Wooden Pallet Table
Located in Miami, FL
block legs anchor the piece with a sturdy presence, while the visible wear and patina celebrate its raw
Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Driftwood

Wooden Pallet Table
$1,200 / item
A Pair of Indian Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
backrest are upholstered in a soft, neutral fabric, providing both style and comfort. Sturdy block feet
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Club Chairs

Materials

Teak

Doris Leslie Blau Mid-20th Century Swedish Flat Woven Rug
Located in New York, NY
. Each corner is anchored with symmetrical block patterns in sandy yellows, soft browns, muted greens
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...

Materials

Wool

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