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Period: 1940s
Barovier vase in bulging Murano glass from 1940
Located in Palermo, IT
Striking cobalt blue Murano glass bullicant showcases a sophisticated bell shape, embellished with elegant scrolling handles in contrasting clear Murano glass. This luxurious combina...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass, Stained Glass

Midcentury Stoneware “Argenta” Vase by Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware “Argenta” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, in a large, stately design. Striking dekor of a lion on its hind legs. Beautifully rendered with great attention to details. “Argenta” was ...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

20th-Century Antique Terracotta Storage Jar, Turkish Earthenware
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century hand-crafted terracotta olive jar originates from Anatolia, where field firing — an open-air kiln method — produced vessels with richly varied tones and natural smo...
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Turkish Primitive Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Clay

Ceramic Vase In Brownish Colors Model 216 By Nathalie Krebs For Saxbo
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceramic vase from the 1940s designed by Nathalie Krebs for Saxbo. Made of characteristic stoneware with nuanced glaze in warm orange and brownish tones. Saxbo was founded in 1929 by...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Max Barneaud, white glazed ceramic vase in the shape of a head, Paris 1947
By Max Louis Jean Barneaud
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The white glazed ceramic vase in the shape of a head by Max Barneaud was created in Paris in 1947. The simultaneous depiction of a head makes the object very decorative.
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Gastone Batignani Engraved Ceramic Vase, Italy 1940s
By Gastone Batignani
Located in Naples, IT
The Ceramiche Batignani company was born in Tuscany in 1907 from the artistic and creative skills of Gastone Batignani, the founder. He started the c...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Candle Holder In The Style Of Paavo Tynell, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Candle holder in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1940s. Brass. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg Studio. Bowl with leaf-shaped handle in earthenware.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio. Bowl with leaf-shaped handle in earthenware. Hand-painted with motifs of schools of fish and more. Polychrome glaze. 1940s. In excellent condi...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Nikita Carpenko Modernist Wood Figurative Sculpture c1940s
Located in Oakland, CA
Incredible modernist figurative wood sculpture by artist, Nikita Carpenko c1940s. Very difficult to find his sculpture, especially one of the...
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American Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Wood

Bronze Necklace Pendant Saint Laurent Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
A cast bronze pendant titled Saint Laurent by French art jewelry designer Line Vautrin (1913-1997). Gilt bronze, circa late 1940s. It depicts the ...
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French Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Giovanni Gariboldi Tall Vase, Italy 1940 s
Located in New York, NY
Giovanni Gariboldi (1908 - 1971) For Richard Ginori An important ceramic vase by Giovanni Gariboldi for Richard Ginori in matte grey tones, the neck decorated with contrasting white...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Carved Vintage Tibetan or Thailand Polychromed and Giltwood Mandalay Statue
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This carved vintage Mandalay statue is a striking example of Southeast Asian artistry, likely originating from Tibet or Thailand. Crafted from solid giltwood and richly decorated wit...
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Asian Chinese Export Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Bronze Figure of a Korean Girl by Eudald Serra i Güell, circa 1940.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
UH80304 Bronze Figure of a Korean Girl by Eudald Serra i Güell, circa 1940. A heavily cast bronze figure of a standing young girl in traditional Korean Hanbok dress consisting of a jeogori jacket and a long chima skirt. Her long hair braided...
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Spanish Other Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Green Gold Flecked Sommerso Glass Bonbonnière / Trinket Bowl by Venini, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s. This tiny bonbonniere is made in sommerso Murano glass, with gold flakes and few bubbles due to the process of glass blowing. It is a vintage piece, but it can ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Early 20th Century Spanish Sculptural Metal Door Knocker – Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th Century Spanish Sculptural Metal Door Knocker – Circa 1940 Add a touch of historical charm to your collection with this exquisite early 20th-century Spanish sculptural me...
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Spanish Rustic Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

"Gemini", Rare, High Style Art Deco Bronze Bas Relief by Paul Manship
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of a series of bronze sculptural reliefs featuring Zodiac signs sculpted by Paul Manship in 1946, this piece presents the two Gemini twins as muscular children. Manship was Amer...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vintage Art Deco Brass Siam Couple Kissing Sculpture Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of antique cast iron bookends depicting an Asian kissing couple. These Art Deco pieces are dense in weight and beauty. The sc...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Brass

1940s Swedish Modernist Pewter Vase, Signed K&R Prima Svenskt Tenn
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A vintage Swedish double vase made of pewter, circa 1940s. Great minimalist/ modernist style with some deco/ machine age type influence. Nicely proportioned and well made, this is on...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Markel Robot Sculpture by Bennett Robot Works
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom robot sculpture named Markel by Bennett Robot Works, Brooklyn, NY Bennett Robot Works, robot sculptures created by Gordon Bennett, are comp...
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American Machine Age Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Metal

"Seashells and Coral, " Unique Art Deco Vase with Gold Glaze by Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Its gold-on-brown glazes softly glistening in the light, this lovely and unique vase by Waylande Gregory depicts a variety of undersea life, including nautilus shells and starfish on...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Exceptional French 40 s candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional French 40's wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.
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French Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Terracotta Terrier Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage terracotta terrier sculpture. This handsome terra cotta terrier figure is realistic in size and features. Perfect home accent for the dog lover!
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Unknown Folk Art Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Bakelite Table Phone from 1947
Located in Vienna, AT
Bakelite table phone, marked K. Telegfrafverkets Werkstatt Nynäshamn from 1947 Measures: Height about 26 cm.
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Swedish Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Art Deco White Seashell Motif Table lamp By Anna Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The Snäcka (seashell in Swedish) table lamp, designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby in the 1940s, is a stunning example of Swedish mid-century ceramic artistry. Made of earth...
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Swedish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Royal Dux, Prancing Horse/Porcelain, 1940 s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Porcelain Re-polished Good Original condition.
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Czech Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Zaccagnini, "Colombe Rose" Craquelé Faience Sculpture, Italy, 1940
Located in Firenze, IT
Zaccagnini "Colombe rose" craquelé faience Art Deco sculpture Ceramiche Zaccagnini, Gualdo Tadino, Italy, 1940 Signed under the base. 20.5 cm H - 18.5 x 9 cm Conditions: ...
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Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Moorcroft Vintage Stamped Signed Vase Decorated In The Poppy Pattern c1940’s
Located in Sherborne, GB
This pretty vintage English vase is by William Mooorcroft, Burslem, England. The vase features the poppy pattern on Moorcroft’s signature, stunning cobalt blue ground and red poppies...
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English Other Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Gio Ponti Richard Ginori Vase Ceramic Gold Red, 1940, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Gio Ponti Richard Ginori vase ceramic gold red 1940 Italy.
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Italian Other Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Cold Box, Thermos , Europe 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of Aluminum,Glass,Cork The thermos has the original label The aluminum surface shows signs of use, fully functional Original condition
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German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Candelabra from Ystad Metall in Sweden
Located in Goteborg, SE
Silver plated candelabra from Ystad Metall, Sweden. This heavy piece is in mint condition.
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Handcrafted Anatolian Rustic Earthenware Storage Vessel
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Handcrafted Anatolian Rustic Earthenware Storage Vessel, a timeless artefact steeped in the rich traditions of Anatolian pottery. This remarkable vessel hails from th...
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Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

20th Century Handcrafted Rustic Ceramic Turkish Earthenware Storage Jar
Located in London, GB
Bring warmth and history into your home with this Honey-Toned Turkish Clay Storage Jar, a 20th-century masterpiece from Anatolia, renowned for its rich pottery traditions. Once a fun...
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Rustic Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Scandinavian Modern Vase "Surrea" Gustavsberg Studio by Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Surrea” vase by Wilhelm Kåge, made in Carrara stoneware. The design are Kåge’s best from the 1930s Produced in Sweden by Gustavsberg during the ...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Jean Pascaud Silver Frame, circa 1940
Located in CA, CA
Jean Pascaud silver plated, glass modernist photo frame circa 1940 Set on a very simple curved wave base with four upright semi circle holders.
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British Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Silver

Cachepot Vase in Airbrushed Ceramic by Galvani Pordenone from the 1940s
Located in Milano, MI
Ceramic cachepot vase by Galvani Pordenone, air-printed, made in the 1940s Ø cm 18 h cm 20 Ceramiche Galvani was a historic Italian ceramic manufacturer based in Pordenone, Veneto. Founded in 1825 by Andrea Galvani, the factory produces a wide range of ceramics, including tableware, decorative objects and tiles. Galvani ceramics were renowned for their high quality, their refined design and their meticulous workmanship. The factory enjoyed great success during the 19th and 20th centuries, exporting its products all over the world. However, in the 1970s the company faced a series of financial difficulties which led to its closure in 1984. Today, Galvani ceramics are highly sought after by collectors. They are thoughtful works of art and represent an important piece of Italian ceramic history. Tableware: Ceramiche Galvani produced a wide range of tableware, including plates, cups, bowls and glasses. Tableware was often decorated with floral, geometric or landscape motifs. Decorative Objects: The factory also produced a variety of decorative objects, such as vases, sculptures and ornaments. These objects were often decorated with mythological figures, historical scenes or naturalistic motifs. Tiles: Ceramiche Galvani also produces tiles for floors...
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Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Lavenia “Guido Andlovitz “Vase Ceramic 1940 Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Guido Andlovitz.
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Italian Other Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

John Andersson and Alfred Johansson for Höganäs Keramik Sweden
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large earthenware vase/ jug by John Andersson and Alfred Johansson for Höganäs Keramik Sweden. Signed on bottom with signature A with a J in the mid...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

20th Century Anatolian Hand-crafted Vase
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 20th-century Anatolian terracotta jar is a stunning example of traditional Turkish craftsmanship. Originally used for storing grains or water, this piece highlights th...
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Turkish Rustic Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Clay

Art Deco Antique Elevated Centerpiece Glass Vase Framed in Solid Bronze 1940s
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC offering: Art Deco Decorative Vase Antique Handblown Glass Pedestal Bowl or Catch All Piece Platform of Solid Bronze USA 1940s. Unmarked. Dimensions: 11.25 H x 11 inches in ...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron Candleholders by Michel Zadounaisky
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful rare large pair of French Art Deco hand forged wrought iron candelabra, candlesticks or candleholders by Michel Zadounaïsky. These candleholders are stamped with the maker'...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Paul Dupré-Lafon Obelisk Sculpture in Patinated Bronze on Wood Base 1940s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This refined obelisk sculpture, attributed to Paul Dupré-Lafon, illustrates the architectonic rigor and luxurious materiality of French Art Déco design. Dating from circa 1940, the o...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

GAB Sweden Bronze Vase, 1940s
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful art deco vase produced by GAB, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget circa 1940s. Appearing to have been enagraved at some point. Great patina throughout- please reference photos for col...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Moorcroft Vintage Pomegranate Pattern Vase Stamped Signed Walter Moorcroft
Located in Sherborne, GB
A sweet vintage vase from Moorcroft, featuring a stunning pomegranate pattern in beautiful cobalt blue. The piece is signed by and stamped Moorcroft, made in England, 32 adding to it...
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English Other Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic Hula Girl Ukele Boy Souvenir Figurines
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The 1940s Pair of Ceramic Japanese Hand-Painted Hula Girl & Ukulele Boy Souvenir Figurines are vintage collectibles that capture the charm of Hawaiian culture from the mid-century er...
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Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Folk Art Jewelry Box from the 1940s in Copper with Women Nude
Located in Berlin, DE
This charming jewelry box from the 1940s was made out of copper and is hand-dented. It shows a nudist art of a woman. It is in a beautiful original condition. A unique piece whic...
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German Folk Art Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Copper

Ercole Barovier, vase model Lenti , ca. 1940
Located in Zurich, CH
Ercole Barovier (1889-1974), vase model 'Lenti', ca. 1940 transparent and blue glass with gold inclusions produced by Barovier & Toso, Murano, Italy 25 cm (height) not signed very go...
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European Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Lovely Pair of Cut Glass Marble and Bronze Cornucopia
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A beautiful pair of cut glass cornucopia or garniture having white marble bases and stunning bronze decorative rams heads.
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French Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Marble

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant “Chamotte” stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a stately form. Made in a technique where crushed earthenware is mixed into the stoneware. Rörstrand introduced Gunnar Nylund’...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Swedish Mid Century Ceramic Vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century striped stoneware ceramic vase in brown and yellow glaze by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra Sweden, 1940s. In good original condition and signed by the artist....
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Wonderful Vintage French Bow Top Doré Bronze Oval Peach Enamel Picture Frame
Located in Roslyn, NY
Vintage French bow top doré bronze oval picture frame with peach enamel frame with beautiful engravings and scroll details. Original bronze stand. Measures: 9.5" H x 6.5" W Picture...
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French Belle Époque Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

"Study in Black Burnt Sienna, " Early Vase, Abstract Pattern by Glidden Parker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This early and important vase by Glidden Parker, an important American pioneer in ceramics for the modern home, dates from the 1940s and precedes the lines of homewares that he is mo...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Jerk Werkmäster for Nittsjö Vase
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Timeless vase designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö. Features an off white grayish body with hints of rust colored spots. Very much as relevant today as it was when made.
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Pierre Gire 1901-1984 , Aka Pierre D Avesn, Art Deco Vase, 1940s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Pierre Gire (1901-1984), aka Pierre d'Avesn. Art Deco vase in pink and clear art glass, 1940s. Measures: 16,5 x 15,5 cm. In very good condition. Pierre ...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

A Modernist Bronze Bowl by Just Andersen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A patinated bronze bowl by Just Anderson, Denmark.
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Danish Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Barovier Midcentury Murano Glass and Gold Leaf Italian Vase, 1940
Located in Milano, IT
Vase Barovier Murano glass 1940, worked with gold leaf. Iridescent.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Karl Hagenauer (wHw) 1940s Wiener Werkstätte Bronze Miniature Figure of a Goat
Located in St. Louis, MO
Karl Hagenauer for Werkstätte Hagenauer Wienstamp - stamped WHW made in Austria, circa 1940s bronze miniature sculpture of a goat, from his animal / zoo series.
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Austrian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Brown and Yellow Murano Glass Amphora Vase by Fratelli Toso, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s - 1950s. This vase in made in brown and yellow Murano glass. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use such as its original patina, but ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

3 Amaizing Muranos , 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Chrome

Stylized Art Deco Statue
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual, stylized Art Deco statue of Aphrodite, goddess of love. Polished pewter on a marble base. Approximate 13.5" H.
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

Candle holders Pietro Chiesa
Located in London, GB
Pair of candle holders by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte c1940s
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Decorative Objects

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Brass