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Hermès Gavroche Scarf "Festival" 1992
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
celebrates the elegance of equestrian traditions. With no reissue this scarf is rare and a collector's item
Category
1990s French Scarves
Mid-Century Danish LamPetit Table Lamp by Bent Gantzel Boysen for Louis Poulsen
By Bent Gantzel-Boysen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare table lamp by Louis Poulsen, designed by Bent Gantzel-Boysen from the 60s. A rare collector's
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Hermès Gavroche Scarf "Festival" 1992
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
celebrates the elegance of equestrian traditions. With no reissue this scarf is rare and a collector's item
Category
1990s French Scarves
Vintage Philippe Chevallier Pour Frank Olivier Oversized Sunglasses 1960 France
By Philippe Chevallier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare Collector's Item Vintage Philippe Chevalier Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses With Light Brown
Category
1960s French Sunglasses
Fine Antique Tibetan Nepal .925 Sterling Silver Shakyamuni Buddha Statue 297g
Located in San Diego, CA
from the lights reflection. Very rare and unique item.
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Antiquities
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
F/W 1998 Prada Runway Sheer Black Silk and Plastic Tile Camisole Top
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
, intricate allure. A delicate side press-stud closure ensures a seamless, refined finish.
A rare, runway
Category
1990s Italian Camisoles
Vintage Consul Typewriter with Case, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
hard case and remains in original vintage condition with light patina consistent with age.
A rare
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Wooden Folding Garden Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
This folding wooden garden chair, found in the "lagu selection" collection, is a rare vintage item
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Chairs
Materials
Wood
Los Músicos Offset Lithograph Print, Contemporary, 1970s, Unframed
By Fernando Botero
Located in Brooklyn, NY
poster is an offset lithograph printed on semi-glossy stock paper and is now considered a rare
Category
1970s Contemporary Portrait Prints
Materials
Offset
Vintage 1960s Turquoise, Diamond
Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
, sparkling diamonds, and rich sapphires offer a timeless look with bold 1960s flair.
A true collector’s item
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Set of 2 Lime Kivi Votiv Marimekko Candleholder by Heikki Orvola for Littala
By Heikki Orvola
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare, discontinued color. Collectors item. This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish More Candle Holders
Materials
Glass
Keith Haring sculptures, Baby (Yellow).
By (after) Keith Haring
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
. Limited to just 50 editions, this particular work is numbered 29/50, making it a rare collector's item. It
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Chanel Iconic Black Bucket Hat
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel classiness and chic. This item is rare and iconic making this a really sought after piece among
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Hats
Jil Sander Fall/Winter 2002 Black Wool Fur Collar Coat – Runway Collection
By Jil Sander
Located in Berlin, DE
runway, showcasing the brand’s artisanal precision and timeless sophistication. A rare collector’s item
Category
Early 2000s Italian Coats
Murano Glass Centerpiece by Vintage Murano Gallery, 1990s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
authentic Italian artistry to any interior.
A rare and collectible item from a renowned Murano gallery
Category
1990s Italian Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Gold, Gold Leaf
NEW Alexander McQueen 2008 Exotic Pink Evening Dress Tribute to Isabella Blow 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE
PIECE UNIQUE
COLLECTOR'S ITEM
BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FOR HIS
SPRING SUMMER 2008
Category
Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses
1980s Italian Round Carrara Marble Dining Table, Antonia Astori for Driade
By Driade, Ettore Sottsass, Antonia Astori
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
housed a very valuable collection of rare Postmodern art and design items.
Condition: the table top has
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Center Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Steel
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-08-B Student Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
tabletop, which is very rare.
Chandigarh items are famous for A-shaped legs. Many desks, chairs, armchairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage Marbro French Empire Porcelain Bouillotte Candlestick Table Lamps Pair
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Item features very rare cast ceramic porcelain forms in a gold and smoky charcoal gray finish. Circa
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage German Mid-Century Pendant Lamp by Peil Putzler, 1960s
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Bastogne, BE
in - 42 cm.
This Peil & Putzler lamp is in absolutely perfect condition, a rare find for an item of
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hermès Scarf "Festival" 1992
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
celebrates the elegance of equestrian traditions. With no reissue this scarf is rare and a collector's item
Category
1990s French Scarves
Large Brass Bauhaus Chandelier by Kaiser
Co., Germany, Circa 1940s
By Kaiser and Co
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Brass Bauhaus Chandelier by Kaiser & Co., Germany, Circa 1930s — 2 Available, Price Per Item
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hermès Scarf "La Mare Aux Canard" 1981
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
aquatic scene where ducks glide gracefully across tranquil waters. This scarf is a rare and collectors
Category
1980s French Scarves
GUCCI Exotic Burgundy Fur
Lizard Skin Bag with Crystal-Encrusted Clasp
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years
Very rare Collector's item
Only very few
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Marsala 3-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
.
Dimensions:
Height: 68 cm
Width: 200 cm
Depth: 86 cm
Seat Height: 38 cm
A rare collector’s item and a bold
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Plexiglass
Art Deco Lamp Lady with Torches by Emile Carlier – 1930 French Sculpture
By Carlier
Located in Antwerp, BE
rare and valuable collector’s item. The lamp is made of white metal with silver and gold patina
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
1950s Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Rose Glass Centrepiece
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Florence, Tuscany
extremely rare and beautiful collector's item. This large low bowl looks magnificent in the centre of a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
FLUORO CALCIFORTE Art Nouveau Nude Lady Letter Opener Antique 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
rare antique collector's item. Info: The medication is no longer on the market, but the Calci Forte
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Danish Pendant Lamp by Bjarne Bo for Fog
Mørup
Located in Hamburg, DE
. A rare collector's item.
a simple design that is based on a special materiality. The the then
Category
20th Century Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Lobster sculpture Mauro Manetti italian design circa 1950
By Mauro Manetti
Located in Paris, FR
, Firenze, Peltro”.
A rare collector’s item—both decorative and emblematic of postwar Italian design. Ideal
Category
20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Pewter
Large 35cm 2.4kg colorful Glass Vase by Flavio Poli Attrib., Murano, Italy 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
color makes this items highly decorative and very rare. This item is a high quality production of Murano
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Arlus Gilt Bronze and Opaline Sconce, circa 1960, France.
By Felix Agostini
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Arlus two-lights sconce, circa 1960, France.
Gilt bronze, opaline glass.
Vintage item with his
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Sigvard Nilsson for Söwe Konst, Unique Wooden Sculpture, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
condition, with only minor signs of age and use
A rare collector’s item that exemplifies the playful yet
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1894 lithograph by Armand Rassenfosse - Grande Brasserie Van Velsen Fres Bornhem
By Armand Rassenfosse
Located in PARIS, FR
official edition.
Today, this work endures as both a rare collector's item and a masterclass in turn-of
Category
1890s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Vintage Italian Chandelier, 1960s, Hollywood Regency Style
Located in Bastogne, BE
absolutely perfect condition, a rare find for an item of this age.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold "Sundial" signed G Noto Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
is both a wearable work of art and a rare collector’s item, showcasing the skill of a renowned 19th
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury Modern Ceramic Floor Vase Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund, Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Sweden in the midcentury. Beautiful brown glazed in shifting dark earthy colors. Rare seen item in this
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Jugend Art Nouveau 1900s fine art ceramic sculpture w. mythical creatures
Located in Ebberup, DK
harmonious yet bold silhouette.
A rare and elegant collector’s item that would complement any Art Nouveau
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
Aldo Londi Koala Bear Savings Box for Bitossi, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Londi in the 1960s, and produced from Bitossi Italy.
No visible defects.
Rare to find piece, collector's
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Original Air India, Over 50 Years of International Operations travel poster
Located in Spokane, WA
Liberty.
This rare collector’s item features the cheerful Air India Maharaja sun, sporting his iconic
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Offset
Versace Signature Straight Vintage 90s Lady Blue Jeans
By Versace
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
jeans are a rare collector’s item, perfect for fashion historians, vintage lovers, and Versace fans
Category
1990s Italian Jeans
LEGACY 50 Carat Fancy Yellow natural diamonds
Located in Mumbai, IN
difficulty in retaining color saturation — making this bracelet a highly rare collector’s item. With Legacy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$175,000 / item
Walnut Sideboard by Silvio Coppola for Bernini, 70s
By Bernini, Silvio Coppola
Located in Buzzò, Emilia-Romagna
and style to any space. A rare and collectible item of vintage design, this sideboard is perfect for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Carstens Vintage, Ceramic Rectangular Vase Marked W Germany 7802-30
By West German Pottery, Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Verviers, BE
minimalistic design of the 1960s design era.
Super rare in this coloration.
This item is a wonderful
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Jars
Materials
Ceramic
1968 Ludovico de Santillana Venini Signed Murano Glass Vase
By Venini, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A rare collector's item, this imposing very large Venini Vase is from the 'Gratta' Series made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass, Murrine
Antique Palm Leave Manuscript book - Parabaik book from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
importance, this palm leaf manuscript is an exceptional and rare collector’s item, offering insight into the
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
ANTIQUE GOLD
SILVER LEAF EMBROIDERED FRENCH LOUIS BERGERE WiNDOW SEAT BENCH
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
dining chairs listed under my other items
A very rare and collectable parlor window seat, it has the
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
FOUR STUNNING ANTIQUE GOLD
SILVER LEAF EMBROIDERED FRENCH LOUIS DINING CHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
listed under my other items
A very rare and collectable set of French Louis dining chairs, they have the
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Danish Space Age Data Pendant by Bjarne Bo for Fog
Morup, 1970s
By Fog and Morup
Located in Hamburg, DE
the 70s. A rare collector's item.
a simple design based on a special materiality. The shade is made
Category
20th Century Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Original 1972 exhibition poster by Francis Bacon at the Grand Palais in Paris
By Francis Bacon
Located in PARIS, FR
provocative artists of the postwar period.
Now a rare collector’s item, this poster not only commemorates a
Category
1970s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper
Omega Seamaster Quartz White Wave Dial 1993 Gold Bezel
Crown 41mm
By Omega
Located in London, GB
conversation starter, a rare collector’s item, and a truly reliable vintage diver. Whether you’re an Omega
Category
1990s British Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Bicycle Wheel replica from the Philadelphia Museum (Duchamp Estate authorized)
By Marcel Duchamp
Located in New York, NY
D'Harnecourt and Kynaston McShine. Today, it's a rare collector's item. We don't know how many were created and
Category
Early 2000s Dada Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Biedermeier Wall Mirror in Walnut, South Germany, circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
decorative but also a rare collector’s item that adds timeless charm to any interior, from traditional to
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Pier Mirrors and Console M...
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Spruce
$2,755 Sale Price
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Set of 4 High-Backed Metal Woven Chairs
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
producers and user-friendly quality designs in the "lagu Selection" collection. By including rare antique
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Chairs
Materials
Metal
$3,150 / set
Mid-Century Italian Space Age Serpente Table Clamp Lamp by Elio Martinelli
By Elio Martinelli
Located in Hamburg, DE
particularly rare and yet functional collector's item that I have seen only one other time.
This piece has an
Category
20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Italian Ciaro Table Lamp by Boccato Gigante Zambusi Architetti, 1970s
By Boccato Gigante Zambusi
Located in Hamburg, DE
, and Zambusi Architetti
- A rare collector's item
- Ornamental design language in technical materiality
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plexiglass
Mid-Century Minimalist Model 8028 Floor Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst, 1950s
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare Mid-Century floor lamp by Anvia based on a design by Hoogervorst from the 50s. A rare
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
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An assortment of rare items is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique rare items was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and bronze. Rare items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare items bearing Art Deco or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many rare items are appealing in their simplicity, but Sylvain Norga, Kamenicky Senov and Artifort produced popular rare items that are worth a look.
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Rare items can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $236 and the highest can go for as much as $130,000.