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Vintage Green Leather TV Comfortable Armchair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
boutique producers and user-friendly, high-quality designs. This selection showcases rare antique items and
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
xl 43cm murano glass Centerpiece by Flavio Poli Attrib., Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Fratelli Toso, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
purple glass tone color makes this items highly decorative and very rare. This item is a high quality
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Hollywood Regency Gilded Metal Umbrella Stand by Li Puma, Firenze, Italy, 1950s
By Li Puma 1, Li Puma Firenze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
the piece perfectly.
Rare to find item as the producer Li Puma usually had produced umbrella stands
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Bauhaus Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
Fred Paris Lovelight GIA D Color Pear Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Fred Paris
Located in Lisbon, PT
fine jewelry, wristwatches, and rare antiques. Every item may be accompanied upon request by a
Category
2010s French Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Ancient Hellenistic Gold Ring with Medusa Motif c. 300 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
testament to that legacy. Solid, wearable, and remarkably well-preserved, this piece is not only a rare
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hellenistic Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, Silver
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Portuguese 1940s/1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
, wristwatches, and rare antiques. Every item may be accompanied upon request by a Certificate of Authenticity or
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Large Black and Brass Flush Mount by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1960s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Hagenbach, DE
entryway, casting warm and inviting light while serving as a work of art in its own right.
A rare
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rug
Kilim’s Persian Tribal Storage Chest with Colorful Geometric Patterns
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This storage chest is a collectible item in a rare new series from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics
Category
2010s Persian Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Wool, Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee Insect Animal Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
three retail boutiques, we specialize in fine jewelry, wristwatches, and rare antiques. Every item may
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Mid-Century Pinewood Sauna Stool by Bertel Gardberg for Artek, 1950s
By Bertel Gardberg
Located in Hamburg, DE
designer bertel gardberg from the 1950s. The stool was designed for villa jouhki.
A rare collector's item
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Unique Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Bertoncello Schiavon Ceramics, Italy 1970s
By Bertoncello
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
red-brown craquele structure painting. This item is a very rare and hard to find item of the highly
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase by Bertoncello Schiavon Ceramics, Italy 1970s
By Bertoncello
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
nice beige-sandy main tone and red-brown craquele structure painting. This item is a very rare and hard
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Leitão
Irmão Art Deco Emerald Diamond Earrings Platinum Gold Portuguese 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
fine jewelry, wristwatches, and rare antiques. Every item may be accompanied upon request by a
Category
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Original New York Rangers vintage 1971 Hockey poster
Located in Spokane, WA
themed rooms.
• Rare Collector’s Item: Authentic memorabilia from the early ‘70s is hard to find, making
Category
1970s American Modern Portrait Prints
Materials
Offset
Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture
By Austin Productions
Located in Birmingham, AL
, due to age at the rear of the base.
It is a rare collectible item.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Animal Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster, Sandstone
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Sixties Sunburst Butler Mirror Sun Mirror Ball Glass Resin 43cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
increasingly rare, authentic and timeless collector's item with beautiful age patina, also called a witch's
Category
Mid-20th Century European Hollywood Regency Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Resin
H. Stern Diane von Furstenberg Rock Crystal Rutilated Quartz Bracelet Gold
By H. Stern
Located in Lisbon, PT
standard
NOTES
This item is in good condition, with surface marks and wear consistent with age. All
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1 of the 2 Large Modern Clean Square Blown Flush Mount Doria, 1960
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
and rare to find.
Two items in stock. To build beautiful compositions.
The stylish and clean
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Olivier Mourgue
Djinn
chaise lounge Reupholstered British wool fabric
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in London, GB
, while the organic curves remain a hallmark of 1960s French modernist design. A rare and collectible item
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wool
Postmodern Dining Chairs by Pietro Costantini, Italy 1980s
By Pietro Costantini
Located in Oirlo, LI
.
Comfort & Style – Ergonomically designed for both elegance and ease.
Collector’s Item – A rare find for
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$1,705 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Etched Glass
Lucite Table Lamp by Fredrick Ramond
By Fredrick Ramond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
integrity of the piece. Signed by the designer, this lamp is a rare collector’s item that embodies the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Van Cleef
Arpels Pery
Fils VCA Diamond Earrings Brooch Floral Set Gold 1960s
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
fine jewelry, wristwatches, and rare antiques. Every item may be accompanied upon request by a
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels VCA Libra Zodiaque Lapis Lazuli Diamond Medallion Gold 1970s
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
and hallmarked, this rare medallion embodies the Maison’s fusion of craftsmanship, symbolism, and
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Desk, Carved Wood, Germany, Circa 1910
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
era. The floral carvings that adorn this piece make it a rare and artistic item, perfect for art
Category
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Textured Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by J. T. Kalmar, Set of 2
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in KUTNO, PL
craftsmanship, the “Scutinum” model has become a rare collector's item, appreciated by both lovers of mid
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Antique Italian Pietra Dura Hardstone Wood Ormolu Cabinet on Stand
Located in London, GB
creations allowed learned and wealthy individuals to store and showcase their treasured collections of rare
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets
Materials
Stone, Ormolu
German Art Deco Silverplated Ashtray with Ember Killer by Schwerte, Bauhaus Era
By La Maison Desny, Bauhaus
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
quality craftsmanship. Perfect as a collectible or a functional decorative item, this rare piece embodies
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Silver Plate
Lavender Amethyst Slab 1M
Located in Scorton, GB
interiors. This is no ordinary amethyst; the fine details and rare formation make it a collector’s item
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Prehistoric Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
$13,706
Set of two minimalist Brass Wall Lights Sconces, Italy 1970s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
holder element. very minimalist and simple design.. Very rare and unique design item of the 1970s. Each
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Three Brutalist BRONZE "ART DECO" Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, France 1920
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
little patterns on the surface, typical art deco design.. Very rare and unique design item of the 1920s
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$1,710 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Two Brutalist BRONZE "ART DECO" Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, France 1920s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
little patterns on the surface, typical art deco design.. Very rare and unique design item of the 1920s
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique French Cut Crystal Decanter
Glass Set, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
. Perfect for wine, water, spirits, or aperitifs, this set is not only functional but also a rare
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Glass
Materials
Crystal
Large German Porcelain Lion Sculpture by Rudolstadt, circa 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
statement piece, ideal for a library, grand hallway, or mantel. A rare collector’s item that adds character
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Pottery
Lauriana Chairs by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Rare original
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Original Holophane Globe Pendant Light, Paris, France, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
condition, minor wear consistent with age
Availability: 12+ units
Price: Per item
A rare chance to own a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Antique Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900
Located in Rotterdam, NL
silver construction confirmed by the ".930S" and Norwegian assay marks.
A rare and highly collectible
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Platinum Diamonds Sapphires Swiss Watch Brooch Certificate Mag Featured, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
magazine. A truly rare jewelry item and a great item for a collection that will be sure to rise in value
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum
Museum Thierry Mugler F/W 1984 Vintage Golden Angel Starburst Lame Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Dita Von Teese, this gown is not only a rare collector’s item but a true piece of fashion history
Category
1980s French Evening Gowns
Tanzanite Ring 20.37 Ct Emerald Cut Platinum Diamonds - Best Gift Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. The emerald cut enhances the stone’s natural beauty, ensuring it stands out as a rare collector’s item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Emerald, Platinum
Set of two minimalist Brass and glass "ball" Wall Light Sconces, Italy 1970s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
unique design item of the 1970s.
Each of this wonderful and rare lights has one socket for E14 bulbs
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Osvaldo Borsani Carved Pearwood Bed
By Atelier Borsani Varedo, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Petershagen, DE
.
This rare collector's item offers both historical significance and the potential to add a touch of
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Pearwood
Thierry Mugler Iconic Sculptural Black Blazer with Lightning Cut Front
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Milano, IT
, sensuality, and theatrical design.
A rare collector’s item, this blazer is a true statement piece — perfect
Category
1990s French Blazers
Set of Three Brutalist Bronze Sunburst Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
lights have a fantastic abstract and brutalist surface optic, very rare and unique design item of the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$2,375 Sale Price / set
20% Off
5.81 Carat Oval Cut Vivid Red Thai Siam Ruby
Diamond Halo 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
makes it an extremely rare and distinguished gemstone.
Details:
Item Type: Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set of two minimalist Brass and glass "tube" Ceiling Light, Italy 1970s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass shade on the bottom which creates an indirect light option.. Very rare and unique design item of
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
1940S Navy Blue Cold Rayon Marionettes On The Tv Pajamas
Located in New York, NY
a few repairs but the print is super fun and cool on this rare vintage item. 1940S Navy Blue Cold
Category
1940s Pajamas
Mid-Century Polish Glass Zodiac Block – Aquarius
Located in Hamburg, DE
. A rare and decorative collector’s item from postwar Poland that truly captures the spirit of its era.
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Original crystal glass ashtray by Mario Cioni, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Cioni
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
, but also a rare collector's item.
The bowl is in excellent vintage condition. Artist's signature on
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Sculptural Red Wool Sweater with Functional Metal Shoulder Clips
Located in Milano, IT
garment, reflecting a design sensibility typical of the avant-garde fashion of the 1990s. A rare
Category
1990s Italian Pullovers
LALAOUNIS 1970 Modernist Clips-On Earrings In 22Kt Yellow Gold
Blue Sodalites
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
this period are rare and very rare collector's item.
Ilias Lalaounis
He was a pioneer of Greek
Category
Vintage 1970s Greek Hellenistic Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
$4,788 Sale Price / set
20% Off
beautiful 41cm brass and Ice Glass Wall Light Sconce Kalmar Style, Germany 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Peill
Putzler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
item of the 1970s. this wonderful and rare lights has two socket for e 14 bulbs. The lights create of
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Boho Chic Paper Mache Pig Planter Pot Orange Fabric Eclectic Collectible
Located in Philadelphia, PA
paper mache construction, orange, blue, tan, fabric. Very unique and rare vintage item. Circa Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Fabric
Antique Silver Plated Wall Charger by Morel-Ladeuil for Elkington
Co., 1877
By Léonard Morel-Ladeuil, Elkington
Co.
Located in London, London
electroplating innovation and Morel-Ladeuil’s mastery of neoclassical design.
A rare collector’s item, this
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
small lucid 21cm Floral bubble Crystal Glass Vase by Art Vannes, France, 1970s
By Art Vannes
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
an impressive size of 21cm in height. This rare and highly collectible item, has a wonderful clear
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Crystal
Mikimoto Diamond Large 12.5mm South Sea Pearl Platinum Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Southampton, PA
.
A rare collector's item, it's perfect for luxury jewelry enthusiasts seeking sophistication and
Category
2010s Japanese Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
15ct Gold Victorian Gold Oval Shaped Locket with Seed Pears
Etruscan Gold Work
Located in Brighton, GB
original one-off item is a rare find, bringing a touch of Victorian elegance to modern jewellery lovers
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
29.93 Carat Mandarin Garnet Sugarloaf Cabochon Diamond Ring - 18K Gold Platinum
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
confidence and refinement.
Collector’s Item: A rare gemstone of unparalleled quality, perfect for discerning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
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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.