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French
Arms of Lorraine
Fireback, Louis XV Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
are surrounded by a chain of the Golden Fleece. The symbol of this order is a small golden fleece of a
Category
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Symbols
Materials
Iron
Edwardian Diamond Bracelet 7.00 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
vintage jewelry. Elevate your collection with this distinguished bracelet—a symbol of grace, heritage, and
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Symbols
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
European School, 18th Century " German Princess "
By Central School of Arts
Crafts
Located in Madrid, ES
solemnity and power of the sitter, a symbol of her rank and prestige. It retains an antique gilt frame that
Category
18th Century Polish Baroque Antique Symbols
Materials
Paint
$14,211 / set
Large 50CM Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Lobed Storage Box With Dragons
Located in Brea, CA
symbol for longevity amidst lotus flowers. It is made of rich red lacquer, potentially cinnabar lacquer
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Symbols
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Original Leonetto Cappiello Poster 1912 - Pate Eclair Stove Polish
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Boca Raton, FL
during a time when almost all stoves were made out of cast iron. The winged wheel is a symbol for
Category
1910s Antique Symbols
Materials
Lithograph
19th-Century Russian Religious Icon of Christ Pantocrator, Hand-Painted on Wood
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Gospels in His left, a powerful and enduring symbol of divine authority and wisdom in Orthodox Christian
Category
19th Century Russian Baroque Antique Symbols
Materials
Wood
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cigarette Case with Iris Flower Relief c.1900
Located in Portland, England
high relief against a hammered background. The iris — symbol of faith, hope, wisdom, and renewal — was
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Symbols
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Filigree Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sized at 5.75, this vintage ring is a timeless symbol of love and sophistication, perfect for those who
Category
1910s Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Gold
Micromosaic Bulla Pendant Attributed to Castellani 1850
s
By Castellani
Located in Firenze, IT
scarab, an ancient apotropaic symbol of eternal rebirth and transformation, which over time has also
Category
1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Symbols
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique c.1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Diamonds have long been cherished as symbols of love, innocence, and enduring strength. As the
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold
French Giltwood and Green Painted Wedding Mirror with Beaded Frame, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
a wedding gift, such mirrors were traditionally presented to newlyweds as a symbol of light and
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Symbols
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Ethnic Design-Authentic Necklace Simbu ( Chimbu) Province, Mount Wilhelm, PNG.
Located in Leuven , BE
Marsupial rodents have only four incisors, making large necklaces a symbol of the wearer's hunting
Category
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Antique Symbols
Materials
Organic Material
19th Century German Pewter Lidded Coffee Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
: G. Metten along with crown and castle marks. The crown symbol on German pewter is a quality mark
Category
19th Century Antique Symbols
Materials
Pewter
Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, signature symbols of renewal, prosperity, and the eternal dialogue between humanity and nature. The antique
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Spanish Colonial Antique Symbols
Materials
Wool
$4,368 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Peking Glass Snuff Bottle – Fish and Lotus – ca. 1890–1920
Located in Bilzen, BE
, surrounded by incised waves — traditional symbols of abundance, perseverance, and purity (lián yú yǒu yú 连年有余
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Symbols
Materials
Glass
JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Carved Wood Netsuke Of Frog Resting In A Lotus
Located in Miami, FL
"to return," which linked them to the safe return of travelers, and they were also seen as symbols of
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Symbols
Materials
Wood
$1,358 Sale Price
20% Off
QING DINASTY 1900 Little Amphora Vase With Lid Carved In Blue Lace Agathe
Located in Miami, FL
. Their carvings could depict auspicious symbols or archaic designs, making them both an artistic and
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Symbols
Materials
Agate
$1,960 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Portrait of Queen Marie Leszczynska, Wife of Louis XV, oil on canvas, 18th centu
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
crown, a symbol of her rank, and wears pearl and diamond jewelry, following the iconographic models of
Category
18th Century French Baroque Antique Symbols
Materials
Paint
Saint Matthew And The Angel, Engraving After Le Guercin, 18th Century
By Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (Il Guercino)
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Gospel under the dictation of the angel. The angel is Matthew's symbol, because his Gospel begins with
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Symbols
Materials
Paper
Antique A Rare Butterfly Shape Large Chinese Red Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
symbol of good luck, happiness and longevity in Chinese culture.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Symbols
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Victorian 15K Gold Seed Pearl and Ruby Ring Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ornate Victorian pattern on band
2.9 grams
Ring size 7.75
All hallmarks 15 625 and symbols marked in
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Symbols
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold
Antique Taxidermy Peasant Stand Real Decoration Object Pheasant Mount Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
vintage brass elephant figurine captures strength, wisdom, and good fortune — a timeless symbol revered
Category
1920s British Hollywood Regency Antique Symbols
Materials
Animal Skin, Feathers
$307 Sale Price / item
57% Off
Antique Talish Rug Late 19th century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
borders, each filled with geometric symbols, stylized diamonds, and hooked “S” motifs—forms that reflect
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Symbols
Materials
Wool
Authentic Antique Seven Red and Blue Panels Turkish Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
symbolizes regional patterns or spiritual symbols. Woven with rich natural dyes and high-quality wool, these
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Symbols
Materials
Wool
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
Located in Port Jervis, NY
simplicity and beauty. Cast in it's lid is the ancient symbol of Rome, She wolf with her babies Romulus and
Category
1870s Italian Primitive Antique Symbols
Materials
Iron
Romantic 19th century Rococo Revival “forget-me-not” remembrance ring, 18k gold
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Me Nots more commonly used as a symbol of true love and devotion, a way for people to declare their
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1830s Swedish Renaissance Revival Antique Symbols
Materials
18k Gold
1918 original French war loan poster - Souscrivez au IVeme emprunt - WWI
By Hansi (Jean Jacques Waltz)
Located in PARIS, FR
work with personal and political meaning. The poster transcends propaganda—becoming a symbol of
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1910s Antique Symbols
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
4.01 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.28 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warszawa, PL
formal occasions. A symbol of loyalty and enduring beauty, this ring is a timeless expression of grace
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Woman kneeling on her left knee / - Birth of a new classic -
By Aristide Maillol
Located in Berlin, DE
an autonomous form and elevates it to a symbol of eternal beauty. The symbolic character is
Category
1920s Realist Antique Symbols
Materials
Paper
Fine Japanese Inro with Maki-e and Inlay by Shokasai and Shibayama
By Shibayama Factory
Located in Atlanta, GA
of the south pole star and symbol of longevity. Donning a flowing robe in ancient style, the beard
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Symbols
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Degue French Art Deco Pair of Wall Sconces 1920
By Degué
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
floating symbols of national prestige — including the legendary SS Normandie, an icon of Art Deco design
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Bronze
$3,500 / set
19th Century Oil on Canvas Spanish Saint Francis Of Assisi Painting Dated 1865
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
kneeling next to a skull and a book, symbols of vanitas and meditation on the transience of life.
The
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1860s Spanish Antique Symbols
Materials
Canvas
Petite Chinese Blue
White Lotus Dish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
depicts a lotus plant emerging from murky waters, a symbol of summer and enlightenment.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Symbols
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Filigree Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sized at 5.75, this vintage ring is a timeless symbol of love and sophistication, perfect for those who
Category
1910s Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bohemian Garnet Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Victorian Belle Epoque Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
.
Strength and courage: The stone is seen as a symbol of strength and courage, helping to encourage
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Symbols
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Antique Persian Gashkai Collectible Bagface 1.6
x 1.6
, 1920s - 1N101
Located in Bordeaux, FR
symbols—on a rich, often saturated background color (e.g., deep red, indigo, or saffron).
This bagface is
Category
1920s French Antique Symbols
Materials
Wool
Folk Art Wedding Chest, circa 1850
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
to the classical period. The flowers decorating the chest are symbols of eternal life. Because these
Category
1850s German Folk Art Antique Symbols
Materials
Pine
19th Century Tribute Box to Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
, surrounded by laurel branches, symbols of glory and victory. The whole rests on a deep green background
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Symbols
Materials
Porcelain
1920
s Art Deco Enamel Ladies Make up Compact Mirror Rouge, Mirror, Puffs
Located in Red Lion, PA
modern womanhood, both a symbol of independence and a luxury accessory carried by fashionable women in
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Set of 2 Antique India Costume and Cultural Plates by Max Tilke, c.1900
Located in Langweer, NL
plates offers a richly detailed depiction of clothing, symbols, and cultural life in ancient India
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Symbols
Materials
Paper
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Floral Engraving Band Ring, 1860–1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
, a popular Victorian symbol, represents loyalty, strength, and eternal love. Ingeniously constructed
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Symbols
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Saint Michael Archangel 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Lombard School
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
symbols par excellence, the sword with which he defeated the rebel Angel, lying at his feet now subdued
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17th Century Old Masters Antique Symbols
Materials
Oil
$10,592 Sale Price
20% Off
Huge 1700
s Florentine Old Master Oil Painting Eros Triumph over Pan Male Nudes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
raised in victory, facing Pan, who is kneeling, head bowed, his thyrse, the symbol of his membership in
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Antique Symbols
Materials
Oil
19 Century Antique sandstone shrine from India - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
sacred spaces for worship and meditation, often housing deities or symbols of spiritual significance
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Symbols
Materials
Sandstone
"Summer" Surrealist Watercolor in the style of Paul Klee
Located in Pasadena, CA
symbols—arcs, spirals, and geometric fragments—lightly inscribed as though part of a dreamlike script. At
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Early 20th Century Surrealist Antique Symbols
Materials
Watercolor
Empire Gilt Bronze Sphinx Paperweight on Marble Base, France, Early 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Napoleonic era — a time when sphinxes, obelisks, and other Egyptian motifs became symbols of power, knowledge
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Symbols
Materials
Marble, Bronze
18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry “Colin-Maillard” or Blind Man’s Buff Scene
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Dallas, TX
symbols of French craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Executed in fine wool and silk, this courtly 18th
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Symbols
Materials
Tapestry
Botanical Engravings of Purple Loosestrife, Grass-Poly and Water-Purselane, 1902
Located in Langweer, NL
violet flower spikes and lance-shaped leaves, stands as a symbol of midsummer in the English countryside
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Symbols
Materials
Paper
Hand-Casted Bronze Figure of Budai, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Grythyttan, SE
a symbol of joy and generosity, is portrayed here with his signature broad smile and relaxed
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Symbols
Materials
Bronze
Tower Of Babel Flemish School 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
symbol of pride, followed by a group of courtiers and soldiers and portrayed as the architect shows him
Category
17th Century Old Masters Antique Symbols
Materials
Oil
$9,237 Sale Price
20% Off
A Couture Evening coat from on a Dragon Qing dress - China for Europe Circa 1920
Located in Toulon, FR
badges with auspicious symbols of pheasants, peonies, and dragons. Fine gold thread embroidery applied to
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1920s French Antique Symbols
Egyptian Revival 9K Gold Scarab Link Bracelet, Early 20th Century
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
, central to this design, was revered as a symbol of renewal, protection, and eternal life.
This bracelet is
Category
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Symbols
Materials
Gold
Art Deco Ruby Tennis Bracelet Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, including ancient Egyptian, Asian, and African motifs. These influences are apparent in the use of symbols
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Symbols
Materials
Ruby, Platinum
18th-Century Spanish Baroque Oil Painting, The Divine Shepherdess, Virgin Mary
Located in Cheltenham, GB
contemplation. In her left hand, a single rose, a symbol of her divine grace. By her right, an affectionate lamb
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Antique Symbols
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rare Pair of 1st Empire Benches from Parma, 18th Century Italian Settees
Located in New Orleans, LA
their original gilded and polychrome finish. Each with finely carved lion-head arm terminals, a symbol
Category
18th Century Italian Empire Antique Symbols
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Spanish School 18th Century Oil - The Crown
Located in Corsham, GB
This richly detailed 18th-century still life depicts symbols of royal authority and power
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Symbols
Materials
Oil
The Woven Dynasty: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Rug of Aristocratic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
, adorned with esoteric tribal symbols, ambiguous motifs, and branching arabesques that seem to breathe with
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Symbols
Materials
Wool
$21,168 Sale Price
20% Off
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Antique Symbols For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique symbols for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique symbols — often made from metal, wood and ceramic — can elevate any home. Antique symbols have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique symbols made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Empire — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique symbols have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Gorham, Joseph Heinrichs and Minton are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Symbols?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $67 on the low end and $55,591 highest priced.
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