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Ice Bucket Apple Shaped in Faux Carey and Metal, Mauro Manetti Style
By Mauro Manetti
Located in Barcelona, ES
idea. Very good vintage condition. Rare find. Overall Measures: 21,5 cm diameter x 23,5 cm H.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hermes Pillow Silk Scarf Print Les Rubans du Cheval Vintage
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
stunning pillows are no longer produced by Hermes and is a very rare find. Shades of taupe accentuated with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pillows and Throws

"Seated Male Nudes, " Pair of Bookends with Figures in Michelangelo-Esque Poses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rare finds. The bookends are not marked, but are clearly cast in a heavy metal and given a faux bronze
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Metal

Antique-Style Plique à Jour Dragonfly Brooch, 0.90 Carat Old Miner Diamond, Gems
Located in Houston, TX
piece was meticulously crafted and is in extremely fine condition. Truly a rare find and an heirloom
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold

Early Rare Isamu Noguchi 30A Akari Light Sculpture, Ozeki 1951
By Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Mortsel, BE
proud to present this extraordinary trio of Akari Model 30A light sculptures, a rare find for discerning
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large 19th Century Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
coffee table. The early timbers exhibit a deep colour and patination, making this trunk a rare find. It
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Other

Empire Sconces W Grotesque Man s Face, Gold plate Finish, After Empire, 2 Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare find of these sconces. Came from Europe and are Contemporary cast in bronze with hi-light in
Category

1990s American Empire Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Amazing Edwardian Paste Dog Collar in Original Box
Located in New York, NY
and rare find in original condition. 2" Width, 15" Top Edge, 15.5" Bottom edge. 1910 Germany
Category

20th Century German Edwardian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jacques Charles for Maison Charles Ogive nickel metal lamp 1965
By Maison Charles, Jacques Charles
Located in Paris, IDF
condition for a sixty years old piece. A truly rare find.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Very Large Gilt Wall Mirror Overmantle
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century large quality gilt wall mirror or overmantle. An impressive rare find, that
Category

Antique 19th Century Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Rare Fine Antique Collectable Afshar Rug Circa 1900
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
rare find that offers both historical significance and a timeless beauty, making it a standout piece
Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Sterling Silver Carol Felley Turtle Choker Necklace 1990
By Carol Felley
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is adorable Sterling Silver Carol Felley Turtle Choker Necklace Three Turtles front. Rare
Category

1990s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Vintage Chinese Porcelain Mandarin Coat Vase Mottled Green Ground Gold 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
is a rare find, and its unique form makes it a standout piece in any collection of Chinese art or
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

8.15 Carat Cushion Cut Tanzanite
Located in London, GB
piece a rare find. We are specialists in bespoke jewellery and this stone can be used to make a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

Scolecite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India (427.8 grams)
Located in New York, NY
mostly translucent to transparent at the terminations. The 427.8-gram scolecite specimen is a rare find
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Scolecite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India (199.4 grams)
Located in New York, NY
mostly translucent to transparent at the terminations. The 427.8-gram scolecite specimen is a rare find
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Scolecite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India (167.1 grams)
Located in New York, NY
mostly translucent to transparent at the terminations. The 427.8-gram scolecite specimen is a rare find
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Scolecite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India (225.8 grams)
Located in New York, NY
mostly translucent to transparent at the terminations. The 427.8-gram scolecite specimen is a rare find
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Art Deco Necklace Shell Pink and Light Yellow Uranium Glass on Gold Tone Wire
Located in London, GB
. This is a stunning vintage necklace with beautiful chunky bi colour beads on gold tone wire. A rare
Category

Vintage 1930s Beaded Necklaces

Thierry Mugler Super Rare SS 1982 White Apron Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
collection is an exceptionally rare find - an electrifying embodiment of his visionary craftsmanship. Fusing
Category

1980s French Shirts

Antique Josiah Wedgwood Sterling Silver and Cobalt Blue Jasperware Brooch
Located in London, GB
dates to around the mid nineteenth century. A rare find.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Baker Furniture Gate Leg Cocktail Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Charleston, SC
a rare find.
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Arlus Rare Pair of Mid-Century Wall Sconces, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
, UK, EU, Australia, China, etc). LED compatible. A rare find—timeless, functional, and collectible.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

1930s Art Deco Gents s Skyscraper Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Devon, England
A rare find are these totally original enamel gents matching cufflinks dating from the 1930s. Great
Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Rare Italian Marquetry Dry Martini Liquor Bar Cabinet Circa 1960
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
decorative focal point, perfect for collectors and connoisseurs of fine European furniture. A rare find, it
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Louis XVI Dry Bars

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood, Tulipwood

Rare Pair of Bread Sculptures After Salvador Dali from Theathre Dali Museum
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Barcelona, ES
This exceptional pair of Salvador Dali bread sculptures are a rare find and come directly from the
Category

1970s Abstract Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

Complete 1822 "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire, Nouvelle Edition". Books
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
read with ease. Rare find but the complete works are almost impossible to find.
Category

Early 20th Century French Books

Materials

Paper

Maison Gripoix France Purple Glass Amethyst Diamante Cuff Statement Bracelet
By Maison Gripoix
Located in Montreal, QC
for Chanel. Weighing approx. 100 grams. Exceptional Exquisite RARE find! More Beautiful in real time
Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Front Pleat Skirt in Pearl, Black, and Grey, Hand-printed on Shantung
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rare find to be fully enjoyed. It can be paired with a black halter top or cashmere sweater. Season
Category

1950s American Pleated Skirts

Golden Crown E R Schumann Arzberg Germany Empress Dresden Flowers Candelabra
By Schumann Arzberg 1
Located in Tustin, CA
" wide x 6.25" high x 5.5" deep. This is a rare find. This is the only one I have ever seen available
Category

Mid-20th Century German Baroque Candelabras

Materials

Porcelain

1970 s Pierre Vandel Paris Coffee Table + 2 Side Tables Gold Anodized Aluminium
By Pierre Vandel
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
find and with its matching side tables as a set even rarer Side tables measure 49.5cm X 41cm x
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Ilmari Tapiovaara, pair of 1950s Wilhelmina chairs, Laukaan Puu
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
, embodying the unique charm and sophistication of mid-century design. Explore these rare finds today and
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Superb Rare Flame Mahogany Russian or Baltic Cylinder Desk Leather Surface
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
is a rare find—uniting historical provenance, refined aesthetics, and functional beauty in one
Category

Antique 1870s European Baltic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Ultra Rare Pair of Petite Sized Balloon Back French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
, this pair of Louis XVI balloon back bergère chairs represents a rare find in today’s market. Perfect
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Henri Dieupart Abstract Art Deco Bird Bowl Pendant Light
Located in Ware, GB
a renowned light designer at the height of the Art Deco movement in Paris. A rare find, this
Category

20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Vintage Iconic Lunch at the Ritz Designer Signed Roulette Bracelet and Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
measures approx. 7.25" long and Earrings approx. 1.25” long. Rare Find! In excellent vintage unworn
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Modern Mirrored Planter Cachepot Jardinière, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
. Piece is strong and can handle a taller plant then which I've shown. A rare find. Very good condition as
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Beautiful Pair of Art Deco Perfume Bottles by Karl Palda
By Karl Palda
Located in Devon, England
Such a rare find are these matching pair of beautifully shaped Art Deco perfume bottles by Karl
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Glass

Materials

Enamel

Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and display. Its unique qualities make it a rare find that won't stay available for long.
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Victorian 19.30 Ct. Madeira Citrine Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find This authentic Victorian period pendant is 1880 ca. Very pretty and distinctive from the
Category

Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Spanish Rustic Wood Stool or Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
of time. Rare find due to its primitive construction with Shell company oil wood barrel materials
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood, Pine

Archimede Seguso Murano Pink Sommerso Italian Art Glass Kidney Shape Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
to Archimede Seguso. Italy, 1960s Rare find due to its extra large size. Made in pink glass submerged
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique very large quality painted floor wall full height dressing mirror C1920
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
mirror C1920. An impressive and very rare find, that would look amazing in the right location. No loose
Category

Vintage 1920s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Wood

Art Deco Olive Green Glass Fringe Necklace Collar
Located in London, GB
the Art Deco era. A rare find.
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

David Webb Platinum 18K Yellow Gold White Spotted Panthere Cuff Bangle Bracele
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A vintage and rare find from the one and only David Webb! Circa 1980's, this 18k yellow gold David
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Midcentury Tony Paul Chairs Set of Six
By Tony Paul
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
patio. This stunning set is a rare find and would make a standout addition to any collection
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Blue Persian Malayer Rug 3 4 x 4 9
Located in New York, NY
composition. This piece exemplifies that legacy. It’s a rare find—suited as much to a contemporary gallery
Category

20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Handcrafted Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Necklace 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful rare find -An elegant bezel-set diamond solitaire necklace in 14K white gold, crafted
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hermes Himalaya Oran Sandal Matte Alligator Flat Shoes 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Oran flat slide sandals are a rare find. The iconic H cutout over the top of the foot. Wood heel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Sandals

Hermes Liberte Egalite Fraternite 1789 Republique Francaise Vintage Silk Pillow
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
is a very rare find. Shades of gold, red, white, blue and green. Stitched edging and hidden zipper
Category

1980s French Pillows and Throws

Chopard Love Heart Shaped Bombé Diamonds 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Chopard
Located in beverly hills, CA
This rare-find classic LOVE heart shaped ring by Chopard features approximately 6 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Pair of Benches
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
exquisite craftsmanship, making them a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of antique furniture
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Benches

Materials

Wood

Original BIBA Teal Green Flower Lace Robe with Peach Satin Trim 1970s
By Biba
Located in London, GB
satin. This is a beautiful Biba robe from the early 1970s. A rare find. Bust - approximately 36 inches
Category

1970s English Robes

Minimalist Black and Chrome Table Lamp, Counter Balance Swiss 1970 s
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in London, GB
The counter balance architect's table Lamp is a rare find attributed to Laszlo Nigrini for Swiss
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

GIA 1.52-Cts. F/If Cushion Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
and the finest quality diamond, making it a rare find.
Category

2010s North American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

19th Century Antique Wall Clock, Wood German
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare find Antique French or maybe German wall clock. All wood frame with hand made brass gears
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Art Deco Club Armchairs, 1940 s.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to contemporary settings. A rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage French design. Seat
Category

Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather

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Find a variety of rare finds available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, all rare finds available were constructed with great care. Rare finds have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Modern, Art Nouveau and Georgian rare finds are consistently popular styles. Rare finds have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Asprey International Limited, Abercrombie Fitch and Art Decor are consistently popular.

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Prices for rare finds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, rare finds begin at $225 and can go as high as $18,750, while the average can fetch as much as $1,725.