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Tommaso Barbi White Ceramic and Gilded Brass Picture Frame, circa 1970
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Masterpiece of Italian Mid-Century Design
An extraordinary and rare artifact of Italian mid-century design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal, Brass
Modern Blue Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Tranquil Shibui Meets Tribal Enchantment
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Beni Mrirt
Located in Dallas, TX
meditation, this hand-knotted wool modern Beni Mrirt Moroccan rug is a rare artifact that transcends the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African...
Materials
Wool
Scarce 1931 Houbigant Art Deco Triple Compact Vanity in Orange Yellow and Black
Located in Red Lion, PA
remain beautifully intact, an extraordinary survival and a rare artifact of early 1930s luxury beauty
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Fires of the Atlas: A Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug of Prestige
Heritage
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Moroccan rug is more than décor—it is an emblem of prestige, a rare artifact bridging past and present. Its
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African...
Materials
Wool
Gucci, Italy Leather Picture Frame with Pierced Design, circa 1970
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
exceptional picture frame by the legendary Italian house of Gucci. A rare artifact from the brand's arts era
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Leather
Garden of Eternity: A Vintage Persian Mood Masterpiece with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
textile, the kind of rare artifact that transforms a space into a sanctuary of culture and prestige
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
modernist spirit that defined the interwar design era. A rare artifact of European decorative arts, the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
modernist spirit that defined the interwar design era. A rare artifact of European decorative arts, the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
hushed tones of privilege and permanence—a rare artifact forged by time and the soul of a weaver.
The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920
sPersian Bakhtiari Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
. Yet this rug’s allure transcends aesthetics. It is a statement of status and scarcity, a rare artifact
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Heritage Refined: Antique Caucasian Masterpiece with Modern Appeal
Located in Dallas, TX
71807 Antique Caucasian Tribal Rug, 04’09 x 09’08. A rare artifact of nomadic artistry, this hand
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Modern Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Village Visions: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Pictorial Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
, retains its quiet majesty, creating a rare work of woven storytelling that transcends mere decoration.
At
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Louis XV Clock, 1750s Paris Ormolu
Patinated, Pendule à lÉléphant; by Godefroy
Located in New York, NY
, this Pendule à l’Éléphant is both an exceptional collector’s piece and a rare artifact reflecting the
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
New Modern Purple Beni Mrirt Berber Moroccan Rug Inspired by Gunta Stölzl
By Beni Mrirt, Gunta Stölzl, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
and hand. This is not ornamentation—it is expression at its purest, a rare artifact of personal and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Bauhaus Moroccan and North Africa...
Materials
Wool
Controversial Godman, Ink on Paper, Indian Modern Artist M.F. Husain "In Stock"
By M.F. Husain
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
international icons like Basquiat and Picasso. As a rare artifact of institutional critique from within, it
Category
1990s Modern More Art
Materials
Ink, Paper
1965 original exhibition poster by Max Ernst for René Crevel
By Max Ernst
Located in PARIS, FR
out of 70, is a rare artifact that embodies the exclusivity and significance of the exhibition. The
Category
1960s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
1936 original poster by Ludwig Hohlwein for Deutsche Lufthansa - Olympic games
By Ludwig Hohlwein
Located in PARIS, FR
significant poster remains a rare artifact from this era of aviation and Olympic history, illustrating how
Category
1930s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
New Modern Pink Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, and guarded serenity—a rare artifact imbued with both social significance and transcendent grace.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Aesthetic Movement Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber Boujad Moroccan Rug, Wabi-Sabi Meets Nomadic Charm
By Boujad Tribe, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
transcends function, offering its owner a chance to possess not just a rare artifact, but a story of legacy
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Original Eriac Cyclomoteurs Paris to Tokio vintage French motorcycle poster
Located in Spokane, WA
rare artifact of early 20th-century motorsport history.
Perfect for collectors of vintage advertising
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
19th Century Hand Carved Clock of the Universe Château de Vitrey sur Mance
Located in London, GB
Without question, this is one of the most breathtaking and rare artifacts we've ever had the honour of
Category
Antique 1850s French Early Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Echoes of the Plateau: An Antique Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
60897 One-of-a-kind Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, 03'11 x 05'02. A rare artifact of nomadic artistry
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Monumental 1939 World’s Fair Heraldic Panel of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick
By Gilbert Bayes
Located in Morristown, NJ
rare artifact from a landmark global exhibition.
A museum-worthy showpiece, ideal for collectors of
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Union Civil War Photo 11 L-2 Officers
Dog Possibly Richmond Prisons In Situ
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
rare artifact is not only a visually captivating piece but also a tangible connection to one of
Category
Antique 19th Century American Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Oak, Paper
The Gilded Orchard: A Persian Mahal Rug of Timeless Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
decorative furnishing, but a rare artifact of cultural legacy and enduring prestige. Its grand scale and
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Audemars Piguet Two-Tone Zebra Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
starter, a rare artifact, and a bold statement all in one. For those who value individuality, legacy, and
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rare 16th-Century French Polychrome Wooden Pietà Sculpture
Located in Madrid, ES
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A rare and genuine artifact from the 1500s.
Beautifully captures the emotional depth and artistry of
Category
Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
CHANEL 12K$ Rare Paris / Edinburgh Runway Tweed Jacket 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
rare, soul-bearing artifact for collectors who understand that some pieces are not garments but
Category
2010s Jackets
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust
Located in London, GB
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust
A rare and very unusual example
Category
Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Busts
Materials
Paper
Rare Antique French Magazine, L
Illustration No. 3736, October 1914, WWI - 2Y608
Located in Bordeaux, FR
artifacts, or rare illustrated French publications.
Category
Vintage 1910s French Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Rare Paul Poiret Braided Yarn and Silk Tulle Toque
By Paul Poiret
Located in New York, NY
Rare and historical fashion artifact from the house of Paul Poiret and the personal wardrobe of
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Hats
Price Upon Request
Rare 1690 Map of England by Nicolaes Visscher II – Heptarchy Depicted
Located in Langweer, NL
rare and valuable artifact from the late 17th century, not only for its geographic accuracy and detail
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Maps
Materials
Paper
$1,621 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare 1699 Map of the Failed Scottish Colony of Caledonia in Panama
Located in Langweer, NL
Scotland’s decision to join the 1707 Act of Union with England.
This map is a rare and poignant artifact of
Category
Antique Late 17th Century English Maps
Materials
Paper
Rare Tibetan or Mongolian Gau Box Front with Garuda and Guardian Lion - Buddhist
Located in Fukuoka, JP
sense of devotional symbolism.
A rare and expressive artifact of Himalayan Buddhist ritual tradition.
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Religious Items
Materials
Silver
A Silver and Glass Italian Amulet, Rare Judaica from Italy 17-18th Century
Located in New York, NY
This rare and evocative Judaica artifact hails from Italy and dates to the 17th–18th century
Category
Antique 18th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
1940
s Rolex WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
, Broad Arrow watches are more than rare artifacts—they are tangible links to the personal histories of
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Other
CHANEL Exquisite Black Ribbon Tweed Skirt 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Black Ribbon Tweed Skirt
~ Rare Collectible Artifact — Boutique Value $4,630
~ More
Category
Early 2000s Ruffled Skirts
CHANEL Iconic Anna Wintour Style Lesage Tweed Ensemble 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Beige Shimmer Tweed Suit — As Seen on Anna Wintour
~ A rare and iconic artifact from Karl
Category
2010s Jackets
Gianfranco Frattini Sesamo desk for Bernini Italy, 1980s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Skokie, IL
its era.
A rare and highly collectible artifact, this desk stands as a testament to Frattini’s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Early modernist LaWo1 armchair by Han Pieck for Lawo Ommen, the Netherlands 1946
By Lawo Ommen, Han Pieck
Located in Antwerp, BE
its status not merely as furniture, but as a rare design artifact from the formative years of post-war
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Lichtenstein-Guggenheim Museum-Vintage Pop Art
By Roy Lichtenstein
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago and the Seattle Art Museum. This piece is a rare and collectible
Category
1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Screen
Doris Leslie Blau Arts
Crafts Rug by Gavin Morton
By Gavin Morton
Located in New York, NY
historical artifact—a rare and beautiful echo of early 20th-century design.
With its unique pattern and
Category
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
The Throne of Darius: An Antique Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Myth and Majesty
Located in Dallas, TX
79399 Antique Persian Shiraz Pictorial Rug, 01'09 x 01'06. A rare and evocative artifact of
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
statement floor covering or a wall-mounted textile, this rug is a rare and timeless artifact of French mid
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Juanita Montoya Pena Signed San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Bowl Vase
Located in Studio City, CA
collection of fine Native American and Southwest pottery and artifacts.
A rare and special piece. Would
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
Late 19th / early 20th century Antique sandstone standing Burmese Buddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Discover the timeless beauty of this Antique Sandstone Standing Burmese Buddha — a rare spiritual
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Chanel 1993 Equestrian Elegy Museum Level Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ A once-in-a-lifetime acquisition for the discerning collector, rare investment artifact bridging the
Category
2010s Jackets
CHANEL Super Stylish Pearl Belt Crop Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Detachable Pearl Belt
A rare Runway artifact from Chanel’s aquatic reverie,
this stylish cropped jacket
Category
2010s Jackets
Pair of Art Deco Candle Holders in Brushed Aluminum
Glass signed Kensington
By Kensington Ware
Located in New York, NY
design makes them versatile and visually impactful.
A rare and functional artifact of American Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Original poster Panthéon Républicain Les grands hommes de la République
Located in PARIS, FR
poster is a visual manifesto of republican identity, idealism, and collective memory—a rare and highly
Category
1890s More Prints
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Picasso original 1963 exhibition poster - Les potiers Vallauris
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
Picasso ephemera, ceramic history, and post-war graphic design, this piece stands as a rare and evocative
Category
1960s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Lithograph by David Roberts - Grande approche du temple de Philae, Nubie 1842
By David Roberts
Located in PARIS, FR
art and an enduring tribute to ancient Egyptian civilization, this lithograph remains a rare and
Category
1840s More Prints
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes
By Robert Bonfils
Located in PARIS, FR
encapsulated an entire vision of progress and style. This particular piece stands as a rare and beautiful
Category
1920s Art Deco More Prints
Materials
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Incan Sun God Vessel. Terracotta Inti Pre-Columbian Historic Art Sculpture Peru
Located in Peoria, AZ
stunning and quite attractive!
This rare and important artifact will make a superb addition to your museum
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Historical Memor...
Materials
Terracotta
$48,000 Sale Price
36% Off
Circa 1900 original poster Chemin de Fer du Nord travel to Montreuil-sur-Mer
Located in PARIS, FR
20th-century French railway tourism. A rare and charming artifact, it captures the romantic allure of
Category
Early 20th Century More Prints
Materials
Paper, Linen, Lithograph
1970s Original French poster - American Black Power movement - Angela Davis
Located in PARIS, FR
resistance far beyond America.
A rare and deeply evocative artifact from a critical moment in revolutionary
Category
1970s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique Burmese manuscript – Kammavaca book is a rare and exquisite 19th-century artifact from
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
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