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Style: American Classical
Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s
By Gucci, Hermès
Located in Round Top, TX
Unique handmade twisted iron Gucci-style horse bit paperweight or sculpture. This piece is fully hinged and can be easily wall-displayed for a clean form pie...
Category

Late 20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s
Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s

Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s

$250
Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze
Located in Buchanan, MI
A collection of table ornaments, cut crystal gilt bronze 19th and 20th century, priced per item. Height of tallest 20 1/4 inches.
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19th Century English Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze
Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze

Collection of Table Ornaments 19th and 20th Century, Cut Crystal, Gilt Bronze

$375 / item
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Vintage Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage glass paperweight is an original Contemporary Design Object realized in the 1970s. Original art glass. Made in Italy. Dimensions...
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1970s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Glass Paperweight, Italy, 1970s

$215
H 3.94 in W 0.79 in D 2.76 in
Handcrafted Brass Gecko Decorative Paperweight in Bronze Patina
By Alguacil Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Beautiful hand cast bronze patinated gecko paperweight. The polished details in the gecko's feet highlight the characteristic rose gold colour of bronze. Each of these geckos are ha...
Category

2010s Indian American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Handcrafted Brass Gecko Decorative Paperweight in Bronze Patina
Handcrafted Brass Gecko Decorative Paperweight in Bronze Patina

Handcrafted Brass Gecko Decorative Paperweight in Bronze Patina

$47 / item
H 0.4 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Crystal Inkwell with stopper is a beautiful decorative object. The Inkwell is hexagonal and it is in good condition. Light oxidation at the base of the stopper.
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20th Century Italian American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century
Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century

Crystal Inkwell, Italy, 20th Century

$418
H 4.34 in Dm 3.94 in
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
Stunning Gucci desk set made of black leather and brass. Four pieces include: massive desktop blotter or pad, huge letter opener, envelope holder and a leather pen holder with glass ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s

$3,106 / set
H 2.37 in W 13.39 in D 9.06 in
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
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Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.
Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

$5,000
H 2.76 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell
Located in Greven, DE
Faceted Amethyst Glass Inkwell with Brass Lid Origin: France Material: glass, brass Date: circa 1900 Dimensions: H × D: approx. 6 × 12 c...
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Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell
Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell

Late 19th Or Early 20th Century Glass Inkwell

$573
H 2.37 in Dm 4.73 in
19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell
By L Escalier de Cristal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French Crystal and Bronze Mounumental Inkwell. Signed. Escalier de Cristal Paris.
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19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell
19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Inkwell

$6,500
H 6.75 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell Depicting a bronze sleeping cherub lying on a gilt bronze settee, opening up to two ink holders. Details: Height – 4 in...
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Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell
Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell

Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell

$1,750
H 4 in W 6.5 in D 3 in
1970s Piero Fornasetti Astonishing Crystal Paperweight Sphere. Made in Italy
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Piero Fornasetti astonishing crystal paperweight sphere in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimension: diameter 3,14 x 1,57 inches diameter 8 cm x cm 4 H
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1970s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

1970s Piero Fornasetti Astonishing Crystal Paperweight Sphere. Made in Italy
1970s Piero Fornasetti Astonishing Crystal Paperweight Sphere. Made in Italy

1970s Piero Fornasetti Astonishing Crystal Paperweight Sphere. Made in Italy

$624 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.57 in Dm 3.14 in
Vintage Italian Purple Paperweight Ball, 1970s
Located in KUTNO, PL
Fancy, artistic and joyful! The antique paperweight was handcrafted by a master glass blower. This is not only a practical office item, but also a small work of art - elegant, sophi...
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1970s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Vintage Italian Purple Paperweight Ball, 1970s
Vintage Italian Purple Paperweight Ball, 1970s

Vintage Italian Purple Paperweight Ball, 1970s

$382
H 3.55 in Dm 3.15 in
19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Located in Paris, FR
19th century malachite inkwell. The circular plate for resting a fountain pen houses a crystal inkpot in its center. The plate and the inkpot's stopper are embellished with a gilt bronze cross...
Category

19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell
19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

19th Century Malachite and Gilt Bronze Inkwell

$3,464
H 4.34 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
Inkwell in gilded bronze and crystal from the second half of the 19th century Original gilding in perfect condition 19th century, Napoleon III 8.2 x 10.6 cm, total height 8.2 cm
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

$315
H 3.23 in W 3.23 in D 4.18 in
Previously Available Items
Vintage Brass Football Paperweight
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage brass American football paperweight or decorative sport memorabilia. Large and heavy. Great football sculpture in cast brass, football trophy...
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Football Paperweight
Vintage Brass Football Paperweight

Vintage Brass Football Paperweight

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in L 4.5 in
Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Italian silver and enamel paperweight -Vesubio- Memory of the eruption of Vesuvius Naples 1839 perfect condition Sealed Italian Palata 935 Weight 235 grams Goldsmith G Petochi...
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1950s Italian Vintage American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Silver

Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio
Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio

Italian Silver and Enamel Paperweight -Vesubio

H 0.52 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog
By John Terken
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage John Terken (American, 1912-1993) solid bronze sculpture of a prize terrier with a terrific varied, warm, circa mid 20th century. Signed at one side of base "John Terken, (an...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog
John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog

John Terken Vintage Bronze Sculpture Champion Terrier Dog

H 4.25 in W 4.5 in D 1.88 in

American Classical paperweights for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Classical paperweights for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage paperweights created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bronze, crystal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Classical paperweights made in a specific country, there are England, Europe, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for paperweights differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $375 and tops out at $375 while the average work can sell for $375.

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