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Antique Art Deco Gold Platinum Camphor Glass Diamond Wide Filigree Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Wide Filigree open work Line Link Length: Measures 6.75 inches Next to a Ruler. Will comfortably fit
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Pearl Lapel Stick Pin
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is a pair of antique 14 karat yellow gold filigree and seed pearl lapel or stick pins. These
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Filigree 0.40CT J SI1 Old European Cut Round Natural Diamond Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
filigree work and hand-engraved motifs along the shoulders highlight the artistry of late 19th-century
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Hand Painted Miniature Portrait Filigree Brass Easel Frame Art Painting
Located in Greer, SC
Stunning antique hand painted miniature portrait in filigree brass frame with easel back. Signed by
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Georgian Paintings

Materials

Brass

Antique 8k Yellow Gold 0.36tcw Old Mine Cut Diamond and Opal Filigree Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in 8k yellow gold and features a beautifully detailed filigree setting
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Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Platinum Sapphire Diamond Floral Filigree Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 9.4 Grams Type: Floral Filigree Milgrain Line Link
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Yellow Gold Carved Two Birds Essex Filigree Crystal Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 13 Grams Measurements: 1.90 x 1.65 Inches Metal: Tested 10.71K - 11.53K ITEM #: BR-1435-102524-18
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Elongated Rectangular Aquamarine Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Elongated Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Medium Blue Color - 16.1 x 8.1mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Total Weight: 4 Gram...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Gold Platinum Old Cut Diamond w/ Sapphire Filigree Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Type: Filigree Milgrain Line Link Length: Measure 6.75 Inches Next to a Ruler. Will comfortably fit 6.5
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Filigree Milgrain Work Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - H Color - SI2 Clarity- 0.27ct (approx.) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Single Cut - Pa...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Gold 0.15ctw Old Diamond Detailed Floral Filigree Line Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
) , Safety Chain Not Gold - 14k White Gold Safety Chain Clasp Weight: 12.1 Grams Type: Floral Filigree Line
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Austrian Venetian Filigree Ormolu Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box Circa 1900
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
, legs and top in a filigree Venetian pattern in the Tiffany Studios style. This early 1900s gilded
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Platinum Gold 1.80ctw Diamond 30" Filigree By The Yard Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Chain Type: Filigree By The Yard Link Chain Length: 30 Inches (approx.) Clasp: Spring Ring Clasp Width
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Antique 19th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Platinum 1.39ctw Diamond Filigree Tennis Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Filigree open work Line Link Length: Will comfortably fit up to 6.75” wrist (measured on wrist) Closure
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.75ctw Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platter Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & old Single Cut - Pave Set - Very Nice White Color - 0.75ctw (approx.) (2) Synthetic Sapphires - Long Trillion Cut - Bezel Se...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K Two Old Miner Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Sapphires and Filigree
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamond Details Diamond 1: Cut: Old Miner Cut Size: .60 (Approximate) Color: I Clarity: SI1 Diamond 2: Cut: Old Miner Cut Size: .60ct (Approximate) Color: K Clarity: SI1 Finger to...
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Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings

Pink Morganite Filigree Clasp with French Meerschaum Reliquary Ex Voto Pendant
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
rhodium silver filigree clasp, then drops to feature a remarkable antique French Meerschaum reliquary Ex
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Topaz, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Brass

Victorian 14K Gold Filigree Pendant with Pearls, Emeralds Pink Topaz, ca. 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
possession. Origin: Likely England Period: Mid-19th Century (circa 1850) Material: 14 Karat Yellow Gold (no
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Antique Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco White Gold .53ct Diamond Etched Floral Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Antique, art deco. shows some light wear. Filigree and etched work are intact. Excellent overall condition
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco White Gold 0.38ctw Diamond Geometric Filigree Dome Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - F Color - I1 Clarity- 0.30ct (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Bead Set - Nice Brill...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Krementz Platinum 14k Gold 1.76ctw Diamond Filigree Bar Pin
By Krementz Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
Platinum Diamond Filigree & Engraved Work Bar Pin Brooch By Krementz. Amazing detail!
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Schiedmayer Grand Piano Walnut Carved Cheeks Filigree Music Desk Faceted Legs
Located in Leeds, GB
relief. The cut-out filigree music desk features stylised flowers and foliage in an arabesque design
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Antique Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass

Belle Epoque Ormulu Filigree Ornate Perfume Bottles Jewlery Box, Set of 3 Pcs
Located in Plainview, NY
craftsmanship associated with the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The pair of perfume bottles are each
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Antique Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Old Cut Diamond Trillion Sapphire Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Very Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.41ct (exact) (2) Synthetic Sapphires - French Trillion Cut - Bezel Set ...
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Antique 19th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Filigree Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - G Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.29ct (approx.) (4) Synthetic Emeralds - Custom Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Green Colo...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco GIA 1.21ct Fiery Old Diamond Solitaire Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Circular Brilliant Cut - Prong Set- Fiery - I Color - VVS2 Clarity - 1.21ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Monumental Meissen Porcelain Openwork Filigree Centerpiece w/ Raised Flowers 19C
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A Monumental 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Openwork Filigree Centerpiece with Relief Flowers, Vine
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Antique 1870s German Louis XVI Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Art Deco White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Masonic Floral Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Black Color - 14.8x7.2mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut -Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco Yellow Gold 0.15ct Rose Cut Star Pave Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Rose Cut - Star Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.15ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold w/ 18 Yellow Gold Center...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold .28ct Old Diamond Sapphire Crisp Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
, filigree and etched work. Excellent condition! Stock Number: MK-36043199
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Dutch 5-Row Red Coral Necklace with 14 Krt Yellow Gold Filigree Closure
Located in Arnhem, NL
called Zeeland in the late 19th and the early 20th century. Nowadays, they remain a precious and classy
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Antique 3-Row Red Coral Bracelet with Filigree 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 3-row natural not dyed red coral bracelet with round filigree 14 karat yellow clasp with
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco White Gold 1ctw Old Cut Diamond Filigree Engraved Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European, Step Trillion & Baguette Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - VS2-I2 Clarity - G-K Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Whit...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Euro Rose Cut Diamond Filigree Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Euro Rose Cut Diamond Filigree Bracelet. This
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Jabel 18k White Gold 0.60ct Diamond Engraved Filigree Work Ring
By Jabel
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Bead Set - 0.60ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.60 (approx.) Material: Solid 18 White Gold Weight: 3.29 Grams R...
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Antique Apollo Silver Co. Vase with Jewels and Brass Patinated Filigree
By Apollo Studios
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Victorian style. The clear vase is set in a brass patinated filigreed metal mount with multicolored glass
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Vases

Materials

Metal

White Gold Ring Dark Pink Sapphire Diamond Filigree Art Nouveau 1920 s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1920's 14K White Gold Ring. Dark Pink Lab Created Sapphire with Diamonds on each side. The ring is a size 6.5 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. This is out of a massive ...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Gilt Console Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style (19th century) gilt console table with filigree apron, urn stretcher, and
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Console Tables

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Marble

Pair of Chinese Carved and Lacquered Door Panels
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Asian Chinese style (19th Century) red lacquered carved filigree door panels with scenes
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

Antique Rose Cut Diamond and Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique early 19th century silver triple drop panel filigree cross pendant. The three
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Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Dutch Gothic Oak and Giltwood Steeple
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Gothic style (19th Century) oak and gilt filigree carved 4 section steeple (Provenance: a
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Oak

Antique RareVenetian ArchimedeSegusoStyle HandblownGlass Links Pendants Necklace
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Chicago, IL
. Helping to date this antique to the 19th Century, the faux-filigree thin clasp is decoratively stamped
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Antique 19th Century Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brass

3 Dutch Silver Peppermint Boxes
Located in Delft, NL
Lion 2 and Lion II) The 2 boxes of the 19th century with filigree and raised silver. The smallest is
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Burmese Rosewood Demilune Sideboard
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Burmese-style (19th Century) carved and filigree rosewood "D" shaped sideboard with 3 doors
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Anglo Raj Sideboards

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Bronze Dore Inkwell/Candleholder
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) bronze dore filigree double inkwell with candleholder sides
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Italian Renaissance Style Bronze Dore Griffin Sanctuary Fixture
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) bronze dore filigree sanctuary fixture with 4 griffin
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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Gilt Hand Motif Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian Gilt Hand Motif Cuff from the late 19th Century. A filigree motif is set on top
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Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Bangles

Materials

Garnet, Gilt Metal

Lovely Mustard Yellow Color and Royal Blue Antique Chinese Ningxia Kang Rug
Located in New York, NY
late 18th century. A closer look at the verso with a balance of wefts and knots gives an early 19th
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Antique Early 1800s Chinese Other Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

French Victorian Silver Plate Filigree Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Victorian silver plate scroll and filigree 2 arm wall sconces with flame finial top
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Marina J. Woven Pearl Choker with Vintage Filigree Centerpiece and Gold Findings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
woven together into a tight lace like design. A vintage  18k Yellow Gold Plated Vintage Filigree Brooch
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Antique 19th Century American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

19th Century Filigree Vermeil Silver Basket San Petersburg Russia, 1841
Located in Florence, IT
Wonderful vermeil silver basket realized with the filigree technique. Perfect in every part, no
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Antique 1840s Russian Rococo Revival Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Gilt Sterling Silver Filigree Jewelery Miniature Watercolors, 19th Century
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Gilt sterling silver filigree jewelery miniature watercolors, 19th century 19th century Silver
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Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Italian Sterling Silver Filigree Framed Gouache Angel
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century Italian sterling silver filigree framed gouache angel.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-19th Century Unusual Mamluk Brass Filigree Bowl
Located in New york, NY
Mid-19th century unusual Mamluk brass filigree bowl. Inlayed silver Arabic filigree surrounding the
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Islamic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver, Brass

19th Century Pearl Gold Filigree Rosette Necklace and Earrings
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing 19th Century golden filigree suite with rosettes and bows made of little pearls
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch in Filigree Brass Frame, Late 19th Century
Located in Jacksonville, FL
timeless piece. Crafted in the late 19th century, this brooch is a testament to the refined artistry of
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

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19th Century Filigree For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 19th century filigree you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A 19th century filigree — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. There are 802 variations of the antique or vintage 19th century filigree you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a 19th century filigree — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A 19th century filigree, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 19th century filigree has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Moser Glassworks, Interi and Sebastian Herkner are consistently popular.

How Much is a 19th Century Filigree?

Prices for a 19th century filigree start at $11 and top out at $507,920 with the average selling for $3,557.
Questions About 19th Century Filigree
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.