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Earthtone Andalusite with Copper Tahitian Pearls Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
exceptionally beautiful and rare copper color Tahitian pearls. Item # N3744 Materials and Weight Andalusite 4mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Johanna Grawunder Sculptural Light Panel Italy 1980 s
By Johanna Grawunder
Located in Weesp, NL
modernist interiors. - Rare collector’s item that exemplifies the forward-thinking design ethos of the 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
technology of production. This rare and highly collectible item, has a wonderful coloration. This item
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Dutch Amsterdam School table lamp by L. Bogtman, 1920s
By Louis Bogtman
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
utensils such as bookends, clocks and bowls. Especially the more rare batiked items like lamps and pieces
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold rim - and 9ct gold open bolt ring. Actual Size 6.5cm x 2 cm Rare Unusual Item - Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Tiffany Co New York Gilt Brass Decorative Pair of Plate
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
movement and the artistic excellence of Tiffany Studios New York. This rare and collectible item is a true
Category

Antique 1870s American American Classical Tableware

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Ceramic Studio Pottery Vases by Bertoncello Ceramics, Italy 1970s
By Bertoncello
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
very rare and hard to find items of the highly collectible Bertoncello Series. Both vases are marked
Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1940 s Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp
Located in Dallas, TX
absolutely beautiful and this piece is solid and heavy, it can also be classified as a rare collector's item
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chanel 1980s Jumbo Gold Plated Black CC Logo Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Order now and experience the enduring allure of these iconic and rare collectors' items that seamlessly
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

5 x Antique Spanish Matador Costume Vests
Located in Amsterdam, NL
more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: Rare to find, Collectors items, nice to
Category

20th Century Spanish Coats and Outerwear

Set of 2 Ikora Glass Vases by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Germany, 1930s Bauhaus
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass with the special Ikora technology of production. This rare and highly collectible item, has a
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Large 34cm Murano Ice Glass Wall Light Sconces Hillebrand Leuchten Germany, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Peill Putzler, Glashütte Limburg, Hillebrand
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
fantastic abstract and Brutalist glass surface optic, very rare and unique design item of the 1970s. Each of
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Augustine Gold Plated Metal and Glass Paste Ring
By Augustine Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
fashion, Isabelle Klein presents you with her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces
Category

2010s French Romantic More Rings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Earrings in Gold Metal and Orange Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
her expertise in vintage fashion, Isabelle Klein presents you with her selection of rare and sharp
Category

1990s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Large 3kg Crystal Glass Centerpiece Shell Bowl by DAUM Nancy, France, 1970s
By Daum
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
floral form, and an impressive size of 14,5cm in height and 16,5cm in diameter. This rare and highly
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Christofle Art Deco Box attributed to Fjerdingstad
By Christofle, Christian Fjerdingstad
Located in Paris, FR
moldings and a stylized duck knob. Very beautiful item and rare. Stamped beneath the name of the metal
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Dinner plate L Escalier de Cristal, 19th "Grands Oiseaux"
By Choisy-le-Roi, L Escalier de Cristal
Located in Paris, FR
Pannier’s store, has become a rare and highly sought-after item. This footed bowl captivates with its unique
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Chanel CC Quilted Lambskin Drawstring Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
leather lining. Rare collectors item. Authenticity Date Code: 3185148 Made in Italy Made in
Category

1990s Italian Backpacks

Danish Modern Armchair by Nanna Ditzel in Oak and Patinated Leather, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Odense, DK
county court. This example is only made in a few examples and therefore a rare collectible item
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Serving Dish Choisy-le-Roi for L Escalier de Cristal, 19th "Grands Oiseaux"
By L Escalier de Cristal, Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Paris, FR
variant produced by the Choisy-le-Roi factory and distributed by Émile Pannier’s store, has become a rare
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Yves Saint Laurent polka-dot jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
her expertise in vintage fashion, Isabelle Klein presents you with her selection of rare and sharp
Category

1990s French Jackets

Ikora Glass Vase 2, 3kg by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Germany, 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
technology of production. This rare and highly collectible item, has a wonderful coloration of red tones etc
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Persian Kashan Rug with Medallion and Floral Patterns, from Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk circa 1920, this item is a rare 3x5 antique Persian Kashan rug among Rug
Category

Antique 1650s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

JC de Castelbajac Pair of Pants, Size 36FR
By Jean Charle De Castelbajac
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Klein presents you with her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces. Free shipping
Category

2010s Hungarian Pants

GRS 9.54 Carat Colombian Emerald Insignificant Oil and Diamond Halo Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
the entire gem. A gem of this carat with insignificant oil treatment and Colombian origin is rare
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Loris Azzaro Red and Silver Shoulder Bag
By Loris Azzaro, Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Klein presents you with her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces. Seller Ref
Category

1970s French Belt Bags

Art Déco Chandelier, EZAN France - Chrome, Wood - 1930
Located in Schwerin, MV
chandelier has B22 bayonet sockets as usual in France, 6 matching LED bulbs are included*. Rare collector's
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

German 2, 2kg Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF, 1960s Baushaus Art Deco
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
rare and highly collectible item, has a wonderful coloration. This item remains in a very good
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

1.9kg Glass Bowl Flame Centerpiece by Flavio Poli Attrib., Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Fratelli Toso, Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
flames. The blie glass color makes this items highly decorative and very rare. This item is a high
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

2, 3 Kg Glass Bowl Shell Centerpiece by Flavio Poli Attrib., Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass color makes this items highly decorative and very rare. This item is a high quality production of
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Chanel White Hair Clip Bow Accessory Vintage 90s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This very Rare Vintage Collectors Item, a Handmade Chanel Hairclip Bow, was probably gifted to VIPS
Category

1990s French Hats

Artisan Wine Table, Wooden Top on Steel Base, Belgium, Early 2000s
Located in Antwerp, BE
rare and unusual item, characterised by its writings on the tabletop. We have two tables available
Category

Early 2000s Belgian Tables

Materials

Metal

Chanel Earrings in Gold-Plated Metal with Blue Glass Paste and Rhinestones
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
presents you with her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces. Free shipping We take
Category

Vintage 1980s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Set of 2 "Super Glaze" Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Marei Ceramics Germany 1970s
By Marei Keramik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
kind masterpiece coloration glaze vases . These pieces are very rare and hard to find items of the
Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Art Deco Platinum Baguette Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
serial number inside the shank. This is a remarkable ring and very rare to come by! Item #R1733 Metal
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1948 original illustrated book titled "Quand on parle d amour" by Domergue
By Jean-Gabriel Domergue
Located in PARIS, FR
, making it a rare and sought-after collector’s item. The breakdown of the edition is as follows: 280
Category

1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Antique Persian Kashan Rug with Medallion and Floral Patterns, from Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk circa 1920, this item is a rare 3x5 antique Persian Kashan rug among Rug
Category

Antique 1650s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

GIA Certified 1.39 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellowish Green Diamond Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
ring like this in the world. It stands as a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship and rare beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Chanel Timeless Maxi Bag, 1994/1996
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
presents you with her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces. Free shipping We take
Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

Large Mid-Century Italian Giorgio Armani Eye Glasses Factice Shop Display Piece
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a rare and unique item! The Armani Eyeglasses Factic for display in a shop comes with its
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Philippe Chevallier Vintage Avant Garde Translucent Sunglasses, 1960s
By Philippe Chevallier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare collector's item vintage Philippe Chevalier translucent avant garde sunglasses with medium
Category

1960s French Sunglasses

Large 1, 8kg French "Lucid" Crystal Glass Shell Ashtray by Art Vannes France 1970
By Flavio Poli, Art Vannes, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
form, and an impressive size of 15,3 x15,3cm. This rare and highly collectible item, has a wonderful
Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Set of Two Huge 29cm "DIAMOND" Crystal Glass Wall Light Sconces, Austria, 1950s
By Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass surface optic, very rare and unique design item of the 1950s. the huge 29cm glass element gets
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Set of Two murano gold flake Ice Glass Wall Light Sconces Germany, 1980s
By Glashütte Limburg, Peill Putzler, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass surface optic, very rare and unique design item of the 1980s . Each of this wonderful and rare
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Set of Two murano bubble structure Ice Glass Wall Light Sconces Germany, 1980s
By Peill Putzler, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass surface optic, very rare and unique design item of the 1980s . Each of this wonderful and rare
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Chanel 1991 Gold Metal and Silver Mirror Oversize CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Oversize CC Earrings – a rare and coveted collector's item that exudes the epitome of vintage opulence
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

"Escalier de Cristal" Dinner plate 19th from famous service "Grands Oiseaux"
By L Escalier de Cristal, Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Paris, FR
, has become a rare and highly sought-after item. This footed bowl captivates with its unique blend of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Plate L Escalier de Cristal, 19th "Grands Oiseaux"
By Choisy-le-Roi, L Escalier de Cristal
Located in Paris, FR
become a rare and highly sought-after item. This footed bowl captivates with its unique blend of Japanese
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Set of 4 Original Travertine Anteater Sculptures by F.Lli Mannelli
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Milano, IT
series of 70s Mannelli modernist travertine animals but these swans in these dimensions are so rare, The
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Travertine

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL 90 Veste Love FR38 Oversize Down Jacket M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
drawn by Yves Saint Laurent for 1990 greeting card, collectible item from the 90s, emblematic and rare
Category

1990s French Coats

Dolce Gabbana Hand-Embroidered White Raw Silk Evening Couture Coat, ss 1997
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in London, GB
items from the pinnacle of Dolce & Gabbana's career. This particular example is exceptionally rare, as
Category

1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Yves Saint Laurent jacket Russian Ballet collection 1976 Haute Couture
Located in Carnate, IT
signs of wear inside as you can see from the photo. Rare and collectible item. Approximate measurements
Category

1970s Jackets

Gucci vintage collectible suitcase.
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Gucci monogram suitcase with two-tone fabric band and dark brown leather inserts. Rare
Category

Late 20th Century Luggage and Travel Bags

Martin Brothers Early Unglazed Black Pottery Double Face Mug
By Martin Brothers
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
nature of the original unglazed construction had failed. A rare and unusual item.  
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Jean-Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Patchwork Vest
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
her selection of rare and sharp items, unique and iconic pieces. Free shipping We take in charge the
Category

Early 2000s French Vests

Postmodern Pair of Glass Vases by Tamara Aladin for Riihimaen Lasi Oy, Finland
By Tamara Aladin, Riihimäen Lasi Oy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
plum purple glass. They are rare and highly collectible item of the Scandinavian design portfolio
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Post-Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Paavo Tynell Candelabra for Taito circa 1950 in Solid Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
patina and has been produced in the early 50's. Everything is in really good condition. really rare
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

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Rare Items For Sale on 1stDibs

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.

How Much are Rare Items?

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.