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Alpine Ski Photograph, Haircut Sir , Taken from 1930s Original
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, antique Alpine Ski photograph. 'HAIRCUT SIR', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Prior to being a recreational acti...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Alpine Ski Photograph, Happy Skiers Taken from 1930s Original
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, Alpine ski photograph. 'Happy Skiers', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Black and white alpine photos are the per...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Alpine Ski Photograph, Three Peaks Taken from 1930s Original
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, Alpine Ski Photograph. 'Three Peaks', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Black and white alpine photos are the perf...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Vintage Iconic Large upholstered Lounge / Easy Chair From Denmark 1930’s
By Fritz Hansen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
We present this iconic rare armchair, crafted in Denmark circa 1930s, likely by Fritz Hansen, evoking the spirit of Flemming Lassen’s "Tired Man Chair"; its enveloping form and broad...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Dutch Folk Couple in Vibrant Marriage Dress from Marken, Netherlands, c.1932
Located in Langweer, NL
Dutch Folk Couple in Vibrant Marriage Dress from Marken, Netherlands, c.1932 This striking hand-colored lithograph, dating from around 1932, captures a vibrantly dressed couple from...
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Vintage 1930s Prints

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Paper

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp from Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s
By Bohlmarks, Melchior Wernstedt
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely table lamp from Böhlmarks, made from brass with a large shade lacquered dark green. The key detail on top of the shade lights the lamp when turned.
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Royal Navy Submarine Captains Telescope From Gieves
Located in Norwell, MA
Leather bound British royal navy officers spyglass by Ross London for Gieve Matthews & Seagrove limited. High quality in great condition and exceptional optics. Barrel color is engra...
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Vintage 1930s North American Nautical Objects

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Brass

Dutch Women and Infant Traditional Dress from Marken – Old Costume Print, 1932
Located in Langweer, NL
Dutch Women and Infant Traditional Dress from Marken – Antique Costume Print This vibrant and highly detailed original print features the elaborate and richly colored traditional dr...
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Vintage 1930s Prints

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Paper

Traditional Dutch Costume from Marken – Men and Children in Festive Dress, 1932
Located in Langweer, NL
Traditional Dutch Costume from Marken – Men and Children in Festive Dress This vibrant and richly detailed print portrays men and children from the island of Marken in traditional D...
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Vintage 1930s Prints

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Paper

Holophane Pendant Lamp from the 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Holophane textured glass ceiling pendant from the 190s. Frame in copper/brass. Dimensions ca: H 42cm, D 30cm. Traces of wear commensurate with age, minimal scratches.
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper

Pewter Table Lamp from Guldsmedsaktiebolaget GAB, 1931
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Örebro, SE
Pewter table lamp from GAB 1931. Unusual model with cool shape. Signed with maker's mark. The shade is not included.
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Pewter

Antique Rococo Style Coffee Table Made In Rosewood From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
This antique Rococo style coffee table, dating from around the 1930s, showcases exquisite craftsmanship and elegant design. The table features stained wood legs adorned with brass de...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Rococo Sofa Tables

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Brass

Hand Carved Wood from Musician Monks 20th Century, Rare, Unique, Rarity
Located in Wien, AT
Hand carved wood of monks 20th century, rare, unique, rarity, good original condition.
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Vintage 1930s Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Folk Art Adam and Eve from Midwest Lodge
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic hand-painted and carved lodge piece from the Midwest. Painting depicts Eve picking the apple from the snakes mouth. The Stand has a hand-carved snake that wraps around the ...
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

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Wood

Industrial Grey Enamel Pendant Lamp from Siemens, 1930s
By Siemens
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial grey enamel pendant light made by Siemens in Germany during the 1930s. White enamel inside the shade. Iron top. The porcelain socket requires standard E 27/ E26 light bulb...
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel, Iron

French Iron Chair from the 1930s, Unusual Model, Great Patina
Located in Brecht, BE
A quirky, very unusual model of a French iron garden chair, can be used inside or outside, great charm!
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Vintage 1930s French Chairs

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Iron

Bronze Under the Sea Freize from NYC 1930 s Theatre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bronze under the sea architectural freeze. Said to be from a New York City theater awning trim from the 1930s. There was a grouping of 8 panels on first dibs a while back from the s...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Architectural Elements

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Bronze

High Back Upholstered Side Chairs from France
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four (4) high back dining chairs with turned oak dowel front legs, and tapered rear legs retaining the original natural leather upholstery.
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Vintage 1930s French Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Historic Industrial Iron Spiral Staircase from Boeing s Plant 2
Located in Seattle, WA
Step into history with this remarkable cast iron spiral staircase, once a part of Boeing Plant 2 a legendary factory built in 1936 in Seattle, Washington, USA. This architectural pie...
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Vintage 1930s American Stairs

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Iron

Alpine Ski Photograph, Scheidegg Taken from Original 1930s Photograph
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Alpine Ski photograph. 'SCHEIDEGG', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Prior to being a recreational activity skiing was pur...
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Vintage 1930s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
exquisite examples of vintage furniture with timeless appeal. These chairs feature a classic Renaissance
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Vintage 1930s Danish Renaissance Chairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Oak

4 Antique Chinese Style Side Tables Made In Mahogany From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
furniture. Made from mahogany wood, each table exudes a unique beauty and elegance that enriches any room
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Vintage 1930s Danish Chinese Chippendale Side Tables

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Mahogany

1930s Art Deco Bentwood Adjustable Piano Stool from Czechoslovakia, Thonet Style
Located in Praha, CZ
A restored Art Deco adjustable bentwood piano stool from 1930s Czechoslovakia, executed in solid beechwood with a beech plywood seat and designed in the classic Thonet style. This el...
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Stools

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Metal

Hemispheric Milk Glass Chandelier from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A simple chandelier having an impeccably crafted hemispheric milk glass shade attached to a nickeled steel rod and mounting plate.
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Art Deco armchair from the 1930s. Armchairs designed by J. Halabal.
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Chorzów, PL
Iconic armchair designed by J.Halabala in the Art Deco style, made around 1930. Seat and backrest upholstered in navy blue bouclé fabric. The whole rests on straight legs, and the be...
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Walnut

Psychedelic Pitcher from Royal Art Pottery, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hand painted porcelain pitcher with psychedelic lustre glaze in every imaginable color. Made in England circa 1930 by Royal Art Pottery.
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1930s German Tin Climbing Monkey from Lehmann
By Lehmann
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Antique German tin toy - climbing/friction monkey, 1930's. Manufactory: Lehmann Materials: Lithographic tin Model: TOM 385. Markinga: Made in Germany, Marke Patent, TOM 385.   
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Kawase Hasui Japanese Woodblock Print Shinagawa From Views of the Tokaido Series
By Kawase Hasui 1
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and brightly colored woodblock print by famed Japanese artist and Shin-Hanga master printmaker Kawase Hasui. This print, titled "Shinagawa (Rainy Season at Ryoshimachi, S...
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Medallion Antique Oushak Rug from Turkey
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Turkish rug with cheerful design, rug en-176299, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1930 This antique Turkish Oushak rug features a central medallion desig...
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Vintage 1930s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Bally Skyscraper Pinball Machine from the collection of Thierry Despont
By Bally
Located in New York, NY
furniture and objects from very different periods and in a broad array of styles, relishing the unexpected
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Vintage 1930s Games

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Metal

Hutschenreuther, Germany. Six dinner plates from the "Margarete" series.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hutschenreuther, Germany. Six dinner plates from the "Margarete" series. Hand-decorated with gold and royal blue. 1930s/40s. Marked. In perfect condition, appearing unused and witho...
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Vintage 1930s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Hutschenreuther, Germany. Six dinner plates from the "Margarete" series.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hutschenreuther, Germany. Six dinner plates from the "Margarete" series. Hand-decorated with gold and royal blue. 1930s/40s. Marked. In perfect condition, appearing unused and witho...
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Vintage 1930s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Hutschenreuther, Germany. Eight dinner plates from the "Margarete" series.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hutschenreuther, Germany. Eight dinner plates from the "Margarete" series. Hand-decorated with gold and royal blue. 1930s/40s. Marked. In perfect condition, appearing unused and with...
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Vintage 1930s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Hutschenreuther, Germany. Large covered bowl from the "Margarete" series.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hutschenreuther, Germany. Large covered bowl from the "Margarete" series. Hand-decorated with gold and royal blue. 1930s/40s. Marked. In perfect condition, appearing unused and witho...
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Vintage 1930s German Porcelain

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Porcelain

Alpine Ski Photograph, Quersprung Taken from Original 1930s Photograph
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Alpine Ski photograph. 'QUERSPRUNG', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Prior to being a recreational activity skiing was pu...
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Vintage 1930s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Revolving Industrial Compartmented Tray from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Fine Industrial revolving wall-mounted compartmented catch-all tray crafted of patinated cast iron. Manufactured in the USA, circa 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Platters and Serveware

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Iron

Kawase Hasui Japanese Woodblock Print Shinagawa From Views of the Tokaido Series
By Kawase Hasui 1
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and wonderfully colored woodblock print by famed Japanese artist and Shin-Hanga master printmaker Kawase Hasui. This print, titled "Shinagawa (Rainy Season at Ryoshimachi...
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Vintage Functionalist Table or Desk Lamp from ASEA, Sweden, 1930s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool functionalist table or desk lamp from ASEA, with smooth, graphic lines. Black wooden handle and black lacquered shade.
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Large Vintage Neon Marquee Letter "T" From Pan American Auditorium
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Own a piece of Los Angeles history. This large neon marquee letter "T" comes from the interior of the iconic Pan-Pacific Auditorium in Los Angeles and was removed in 1986. Each lette...
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Vintage 1930s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Folky Hand-Hooked Mounted Blue Birds Rug from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand-hooked rug was found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and has such great geometric lines. It has a thick NAP and is really great condition.The rug is sewn on linen and on ...
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Rugs

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Wool

Banana Sofa With Floral Cover Oak Legs, Danish Cabinet Maker From 1930s-40s
Located in Lejre, DK
cm, SH: 36 cm. Classic Danish furniture craftsmanship — Origin: Denmark — Producer: Danish
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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Empire Produce From Home And Overseas EMB
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster issued by the Empire Marketing Board to encourage the buying of British goods to help the economy following the Great Depression in America - Buy ...
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Posters

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Paper

Vintage French Wall Tapestry from the Paris Colonial Exhibition of 1931
Located in COLMAR, FR
A fabulous, vintage souvenir from the Paris Colonial Exhibition in 1931. This rare wall tapestry has been well preserved by a French owner for many years and is therefore in very goo...
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Vintage 1930s French Tapestries

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Textile

Purple satin color upholstered chaise lounge sofa from 1930s
Located in London, GB
An elegant 1930s Purple satin upholstery Chaise de lounge sofa, black ebony wooden feet. Italian design
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chaise Longues

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Fabric, Satin, Wood

Alpine Ski Photograph, Panoramic View , Taken from Original 1930s Photograph
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, antique Alpine Ski photograph. 'Panoramic View', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Black and white alpine photos a...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Alpine Ski Photograph LIEBE IM SCHNEE Taken from 1930s Original
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, Alpine Ski photograph. 'LIEBE IM SCHNEE', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Black and white alpine photos are the ...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Antique 1930s Judge Theatre Papier Mâché Head from Paris
Located in London, GB
Antique 1930s judge theatre papier mâché head from Paris This lot is a rare original 1930s papier mâché French theatre heads. This item was obtained via a private collection in Ly...
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Vintage 1930s French Folk Art Carnival Art

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Paper

Large Vintage Neon Marquee Letter "H" From Pan American Auditorium
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Own a piece of Los Angeles history. This large neon marquee letter "H" comes from the interior of the iconic Pan-Pacific Auditorium in Los Angeles and was removed in 1986. Each lette...
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Vintage 1930s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Large Vintage Neon Marquee Letter "U" From Pan American Auditorium
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Own a piece of Los Angeles history. This large neon marquee letter "U" comes from the interior of the iconic Pan-Pacific Auditorium in Los Angeles and was removed in 1986. Each lette...
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Vintage 1930s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Large Vintage Neon Marquee Letter "V" From Pan American Auditorium
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Own a piece of Los Angeles history. This large neon marquee letter "V" comes from the interior of the iconic Pan-Pacific Auditorium in Los Angeles and was removed in 1986. Each lette...
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Vintage 1930s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Boat Blueprint of the "Slopoke" from Motor Boating Publications
Located in Norwell, MA
Boat blueprint from Motor Boating's build a boat series. This blueprint shows a William Atkin design of the "Slopoke", A 44 foot cruising house boat. Atkin designed more than 700 boa...
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Vintage 1930s North American Nautical Objects

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Paper

Boat Blueprint of the "Elcarujo" from Motor Boating Publications
Located in Norwell, MA
Boat blueprint from Motor Boating's build a boat series. This blueprint shows a William Atkin design of the "Elcarujo, a twin-screw outboard motor cruiser." Atkin designed more than ...
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Vintage 1930s North American Nautical Objects

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Paper

Alpine Ski Photograph, St. Moritz Taken from Original 1930s Photograph
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Alpine Ski photograph. 'St. MORITZ', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Prior to being a recreational activity skiing was pu...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Coffee Table Made In Mahogany With Extentions From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite coffee table, crafted from rich mahogany, embodies the timeless elegance of the 1930s design era. Its classic design and impeccable craftsmanship make it a stunning ad...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

The spanish arm chairs from Elias Barup for Gärsnäs Sweden 1930
By Elias Barup
Located in Oirlo, LI
its superior Scandinavian furniture design. Barup, the company’s first in-house designer, played a key
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Wood

Alpine Ski Photograph Matterhorn Skiers , Taken from Original 1930s Photo
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage, antique alpine ski photograph. 'Matterhorn Skiers', a new mounted black and white photographic image after an original 1930s skiing photograph. Black abd white alpine...
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Vintage 1930s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Paper

Modernist Table Lamp from the 1930s, Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Table lamp in metal and wood. Made in Sweden during the 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

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Furniture From 1939 For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal furniture from 1939 for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every furniture from 1939 was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect furniture from 1939 — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A furniture from 1939 is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Royal Copenhagen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget and Jindrich Halabala each produced at least one beautiful furniture from 1939 that is worth considering.

How Much is a Furniture From 1939?

Prices for a furniture from 1939 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $73 and can go as high as $280,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,983.
Questions About Furniture From 1939
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    In the world of furniture design, Panton likely refers to the name of a chair created by Vernon Panton or the Danish designer himself. It is easy to recognize the Panton chair by its curvy, flowing form. The iconic seat, which had been in development since at least 1960, debuted in Danish design magazine Mobilia in 1967 and then at the 1968 Cologne Furniture Fair. It was the first chair to be made from a single piece of molded plastic. His cantilevered S-chair models, made of molded plywood and manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet, were equally innovative. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage Vernon Panton furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Baumritter furniture is the term for furnishings produced by Baumritter. Theodore Baumritter and Nathan S. Ancell founded the company in 1932 in Beecher Falls, Vermont. In 1939, it began producing furniture under the Ethan Allen name, and during the late 1970s, the company was renamed Ethan Allen due to the success of the brand. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Baumritter furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Buffet furniture typically refers to the type of table found in dining rooms on which a host or hostess can serve food buffet style. A buffet table is usually taller than a sideboard, but carries a nearly identical function and form.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Brutalist furniture is the term for furnishings that reflect the characteristics of Brutalism, a style that emerged during the mid-20th century. Furniture that fits the definition prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and the utilization of negative space and typically features spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes, a stripped-down, natural look and rugged textures. Modular construction from industrial materials, such as tubular steel, concrete, glass and granite, is also common. Furniture designers who worked in the Brutalist style include Le Corbusier, Marcel Breuer, Paul Evans, Oscar Niemeyer, Paul Rudolph and Tom Greene. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Brutalist furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Modular furniture is furniture sold as individual pieces that are intended to be arranged side by side. By mixing and matching coordinating components, you can create a custom layout that suits your specific needs. One of the most common types of modular furniture is the sectional sofa, which can consist of a sofa, loveseat, recliner, corner, chaise and ottoman pieces suitable for positioning in different configurations. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of modular furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What cigar furniture is depends on the context. Some people call furniture designed to store and preserve cigars, like humidors, cigar furniture. Numerous furniture designers have also named lines of seating "Cigar" because of their color or classic style inspired by club chairs once featured in the smoking lounges of private clubs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of furniture from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chippendale furniture is a style of furniture developed during the mid 18th century. It gets its name from the British cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale because his work inspired the look of the furnishings. Some common elements of Chippendale include upholstered seats, cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet and yoked backs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chippendale furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Here are some names of furniture. A sofa is an upholstered furnishing designed to accommodate two or more people, while accent chairs are upholstered chairs placed in seating areas. Occasional tables include low coffee tables, tall and narrow end tables and tall, wide console tables. Dining room furniture includes dining room tables and chairs, as well as servers, buffets and hutches for storage. Some types of furniture often found in bedrooms are beds, nightstands, dressers, wardrobes and chests. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Metamorphic furniture is anything that transforms to perform more than one purpose. Historic examples include shepherd's chairs that turn into step stools and end tables that become music stands. You'll find a range of antique and vintage metamorphic furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ercol furniture is from Chiltern, Buckinghamshire, UK. Lucian Ercolani founded the company in 1920 in the nearby city of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, and named it after the first syllable of his surname. Shop a range of Ercol furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    What retro furniture is depends on the context. In some cases, the term refers to furniture produced more than 20 years ago and is a synonym for vintage. Other times, retro refers to contemporary furniture that looks as if it were made in an earlier decade. Explore a wide variety of furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Romweber Furniture was an American furniture manufacturer. It began in the late 1800s with the launch of American Furniture Company, which made bedroom furniture; Batesville Cabinet Company, a dining-room set manufacturer and Batesville Coffin Company. The three companies eventually merged to become a large manufacturer of case goods, furniture and more. While Romweber Furniture had earlier designers working in the French Rococo and Chippendale styles, the brand is best known for its mid-century modern pieces. This includes walnut case pieces and storage cabinets that feature decorative olive-ash and burl-wood inlays with brass hardware, as well as solid oak credenzas and dining tables designed by Harold Schwartz. For collectors of sophisticated 1950s furniture, the company’s sturdy Viking Oak line is particularly popular. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Romweber furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.