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Collectibles and Curiosities For Sale
Brutalist Speaker in Metal by Transparent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Brutalist Speaker serves as a captivating centerpiece in any home, combining form and function in a way that reflects Transparent’s commitment to extraordinary design. Crafted fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum
$4,000 / item
Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Marble Memento Mori Skull with Iron Cross
Located in Doha, QA
An exceptional and rare Gothic-Renaissance memento mori, sculpted in marble and surmounted by an original iron cross, originating from Austria, 16th century.
Carved from solid marble...
Category
16th Century Austrian Gothic Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble
Rare Antique Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure, late 19th Century Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Rare Antique Grulich Nativity Figure — Late 19th Century
This rare and culturally significant nativity figure originates from the historic Králiky region (formerly Grulic...
Category
Late 19th Century Czech Folk Art Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Antique Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, late 19th Century Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Antique Grulich Nativity Figures — Late 19th Century
This rare and culturally significant set of nativity figures originates from the historic Králiky region (formerly Gr...
Category
Late 19th Century Czech Folk Art Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Antique
Good Size Gothic Revival Wrought Iron
Cathedral Glass Lantern 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, top quality made and all original antique pendant in the Gothic style.
If you are a collector of rare and ancient looking Gothic antiques then this good size and possibly ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
All The Year Round by James Riley Woodcuts by Gustave Baumann
Located in San Francisco, CA
All the Year Round by James Whitcomb Riley with Woodcuts by Gustave Baumann. Published by Bobbs-Merrill, Indianapolis 1912. Nice copy including 12 lovely woodcuts by American painter...
Category
Early 20th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Antique Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, late 19th Century Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Antique Grulich Nativity Figures — Late 19th Century
This rare and culturally significant set of nativity figures originates from the historic Králiky region (formerly Gr...
Category
Late 19th Century Czech Folk Art Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Rare Antique Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure, late 19th Century Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Rare Antique Grulich Nativity Figure — Late 19th Century
This rare and culturally significant nativity figure originates from the historic Králiky region (formerly Grulic...
Category
Late 19th Century Czech Folk Art Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Michelangelo
s Dream by Stephanie Buck, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Located in valatie, NY
Michelangelo's Dream by Stephanie Buck. Published by Courtauld Gallery, 2020. 1st Ed softcover exhibition catalo. Published to accompany the exhibition "Michelangelo's Dream" held at the Courtauld Gallery, Somerset House, London: 18 Feb.-16 May 2010. Illustrated in color. An intensive examination of the history of one of the Courtauld Gallery's most prized possessions, 'Il Sogno' (The Dream), considered one of the finest drawings by Michelangelo, and one which had much personal meaning for the artist. Michelangelo's masterpiece The Dream ( Il Sogno) has been described as one of the finest of all Italian Renaissance drawings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Dunhill 18ct Gold Plated Rollagas Bark Effect Pocket Cigarette Lighter And Box
By Dunhill
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Dunhill 18ct Gold Plated Rollagas Bark Effect Pocket Cigarette Lighter And Box
Lighter Made in Switzerland With Dunhill Box.
Inscribed with "Dunhill" logo on the lighter base.
The...
Category
Late 20th Century British Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
Antique 1912 Wool 48-Star American Flag, Rare Pre-Standard Collectible
Located in Doha, QA
This exceptional historic American flag, measuring 145 cm by 83 cm, is most likely made before 1912, based on its early craftsmanship and material characteristics. The unevenly arran...
Category
Early 20th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wool
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
Category
20th Century Danish Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold Leaf
$3,243 / set
MODEL SHIP, “Fragata Siglo XVIII” Large Handmade Antique English Decorative Ship
Located in Wembley, GB
1900s Astonishing large “Fragata Siglo XVIII”model ship in walnut wood. Handmade. Made in England. This model is amazing and in excellent condition and all handmade. A true piece of ...
Category
1890s British Art Deco Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
$1,653 Sale Price
56% Off
Mid Century Japanese Fuji Meibo Naval Binocular Nardo Grey
Brass -Original box
By Fuji Meibo
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Japanese Fuji Meibo Observation Binoculars 15 x 80 - 4 degree field of view.
A large pair of Japanese naval observation binoculars mounted on an a...
Category
1950s Japanese Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Antique Wooden Shoe Forms c.1920-2 Sets Available
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Price is per collection. 2 collections available. (1st set and 4th set have sold) Please specify which set to purchase. Decorative only.
Original cobbler's wooden shoe forms...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Maple
$30 Sale Price / set
53% Off
Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag. This unique handmade bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs.
Category
1970s Mexican Brutalist Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Copper
The Andy Warhol Catalogue Raisonné Collection volumes 1-6
Located in New York, NY
The Catalogue Raisonné of Warhol’s paintings, sculptures, and drawings was initiated by Thomas Amman in 1977, when Warhol was at the height of his career.
In 1993, six years after W...
Category
2010s Chinese Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Naomi - XL Edition
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The very best of Naomi Campbell in an updated two-volume portfolio.
Supermodel, entrepreneur, activist, provocateur. Since her teenage rise to stardom, Naomi Campbell has dazzled th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
$150 / item
Victorian silver pierced bell with shells, garlands and zoomorphic feet
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Victorian silver bell trimmed with shells and garlands, resting on a corded base and three zoomorphic feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: English. Brand: Biirmingham. Weight: 2...
Category
19th Century European Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
$1,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Console table with carved mirror 1920
s marble Mirror Antique
Located in Taranto, IT
Console table with carved mirror 1920's marble Mirror Antique.
Antique Italian console table from the early 1900s, made of walnut, carved with many curls.
Large antique mirror, ma...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble
Dewey Weber Performer Longboard Early Model (1960s)
By Dewey Weber
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Experience a true gem of surf history with this early 1960s Weber Performer longboard, measuring 9'8". Celebrated as one of the most popular and influential longboards of its time, t...
Category
1960s American Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood
Early Antique Engraved Silver Crucifix, Reliquary Cross Box Pendant 17th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE SILVER CRUCIFIX/LATIN CROSS
A striking and decorative piece made from continental silver with a central crucifix engraved with a fairly naive depiction of Christ.
The centr...
Category
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
"Plant Exploring the Botanical World" Book
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate gift for gardeners and art-lovers, featuring 300 of the most beautiful and pioneering botanical images ever
Following in the footsteps of the international bestseller...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Engraved Metal Chalice, Early 20th Century Trophy Cup or Wine Goblet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This antique engraved metal chalice is a stunning example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, perfect for collectors of historic trophies, ceremonial goblets, and vintage drinkware....
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
$56 Sale Price
25% Off
Pink Floyd
The Wall
Original Vintage Tour Poster for Dortmund, Germany, 1981
Located in Devon, GB
A tour poster for a series of performances of The Wall by Pink Floyd at the Westfalenhalle, Dortmund, Germany, from 13th-19th February 1981. Based on a narrative concept by Roger Wat...
Category
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning pair of very fine quality French Neo-Gothic gilt metal church reliquaries. circa 1860s
Most impressive objets d’art, born in France in the second half of the 19th century, most likely Parisian gilded bronze and brass ormolu work, exceptionally executed sculptural form, the exquisitely detailed architectural cathedral shaped case having a removable pointed steeple roof with cross finial, opening to relic display case surrounded on all sides by original glazed glass panes, stepped base, rising on disc feet. Signed, stamped by maker / bronzier "BC" (unknown) model "5096" and other faint marks to lid interiors.
Additional photos available upon request
Dimensions: (approx)
14.75" High, 6.75" Wide, 6.75" Deep; 13.25 lbs total
History:
A reliquary (also referred to as a shrine, by the French term châsse or monstrance) is a container for important religious relics.
The earliest reliquaries were essentially boxes, either simply box-shaped or based on an architectural design, taking the form of a model of a church with a pitched roof. These latter are known by the French term chasse, and typical examples from the 12th to 14th century have wooden frameworks with gilt-copper plaques nailed on, decorated in champlevé enamel. Limoges was the largest production centre; NB the English usage differs from that of the French châsse, which denotes large size rather than shape.
Relics of the True Cross became very popular from the 9th century onward and were housed in magnificent gold and silver cross-shaped reliquaries decorated with enamels and precious stones. From about the end of the 10th century, reliquaries in the shape of the relics they housed also became popular; hence, for instance, the skull of Pope Alexander I was housed in a head-shaped reliquary. Similarly, the bones of saints were often housed in reliquaries that recalled the shape of the original body part, such as an arm or a foot.
A philatory is a transparent reliquary designed to contain and exhibit the bones and relics of saints. This style of reliquary has a viewing portal to view the relic inside. The feretrum was a medieval form of reliquary or shrine containing the sacred effigies and relics of a saint.
During the later Middle Ages, the monstrance form, primarily used for consecrated hosts, was sometimes used for reliquaries. These housed the relic in a rock crystal, or glass capsule mounted on a column above a base, enabling the relic to be displayed to the faithful. Reliquaries in the form of large pieces of metalwork jewellery also appeared around this time, housing tiny relics such as pieces of the Holy Thorn, notably the Holy Thorn Reliquary now in the British Museum.
Condition:
Superb museum quality examples, in excellent original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use. Heavily patinated - scattered oxidation. Overall wonderful examples.
Typically reliquaries were not sold in pairs, so to find a matching pair such as this is exceptionally rare.
Worldwide shipping available
Local pickup available near Dallas, Texas
Additional:
We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques love religious antiques, from Christian tabernacles, Catholic altarpiece, life-size Buddhist temple sculptures, Hindu votive offerings, 16th century Islamic mosque architectural salvaged windows...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Taxidermy Peasant Stand Real Decoration Object Pheasant Mount Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Taxidermy Pheasant - Real Bird Mount, Rustic Game Bird Display for Home Décor
This striking vintage taxidermy pheasant is a beautifully preserved game bird mount, showcasing...
Category
1920s Danish Hollywood Regency Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Animal Skin, Feathers
Mechanical solar system with Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Moon and Mars 1870
Located in Milan, IT
Tellurium or representative and demonstrative mechanical model of the solar system composed of the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Moon and Mars, realized by the Prague geographer and ...
Category
1870s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Vintage Underwood Champion Portable Typewriter c.1946
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A vintage portable Underwood Champion Four bank typewriter in grey finish and original case. This typewriter is very clean and in good working order. It has smooth typing and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
$175 Sale Price
46% Off
6
4 "Kokomo" Custom Wooden Marquetry Surfboard
By Emma Wood
Located in Nr Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
This is a unique custom surfboard featuring a marquetry deck, designed and hand-crafted by the w o o d p o p studio which specialises in marquetry and inlay work.
The studio prides...
Category
2010s British Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
$11,713 / item
Print of a Monk of the Order of Poor Volunteers with Crucifix, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Pauvre Volontaire en Flandre'.
Print of a Monk of the order of Poor Volunteers with crucifix and basket. This print originates from 'Histoire et Costumes de...
Category
1840s Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
$171 Sale Price
24% Off
1980s Postmodern Lego Telephone by Tyco
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage Lego telephone by Tycho. Original piece from the 1980s with striking yet endearing presence. The nostalgic elements come thru in this piece catapulting it to a s...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
Wooden Traditional Figure in a Niche of a Saint, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional religious signed plaster figure of a saint in a wooden niche. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear...
Category
1950s Spanish Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
$759 Sale Price
74% Off
French 19th Century Culinary Scale from Lyon
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large kitchen / culinary scale made in Lyon, France, circa 1880. This wonderful antique instrument was used to measure various ingredients and product...
Category
19th Century French Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Engine Indicator, Scottish, Scientific Instrument, Dobbie McInnes, 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique mechanical engine indicator. A Scottish, brass scientific instrument by Dobbie-McInnes of Glasgow, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Presenting a gr...
Category
1920s Scottish Edwardian Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Vintage Handmade Miniature Metal Chair in the Art Deco Style
Located in Amityville, NY
Unique handmade vintage miniature metal chair. Art Deco inspired with a geometric skyscraper - like diamond and rectangle design on the back. The seat surface is flat and can hold a ...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
$69 Sale Price
69% Off
Antique French Gothic Revival Church Tabernacle Cabinet Cathedral Altar Shrine
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent French Gothic parcel gilt paint decorated church tabernacle. circa 1810
France, early 19th century, executed in period Gothic Revival ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold Leaf
Marvel Comics Library. Hulk. 1962–1966. Limited Collector
s Edition, numbered.
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collector’s Edition of 1,000 numbered copies.
Aluminum print cover tipped into a leatherette-bound spine, foil embossing, and housed in a slipcase, 11.0 x 15.6 in., 11.37 lb, 670 pag...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Industrial Polished Aluminium Brass
Glass Edison Flameproof Strip Light
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970's with highly polished finish.
Original item salvaged fro...
Category
1970s Korean Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Cased Diorama of a Sloop Passing a Lighthouse
Located in Norwell, MA
Diorama of a lighthouse on a point of land with a gaff rigged sloop passing by with two onboard. Glass cover with brass trim.
Weight: 11 lbs.
Overall Dimensions: 12" H x 17" W...
Category
1950s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English Brass, Fruitwood, Terrestrial, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique three draw telescope, an English brass and fruitwood terrestrial refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A delightfully tactile optical instrument, with fine brass barrels and a richly toned wooden main tube.
Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.
Charming Victorian period three draw telescope, circa 1900
Bright brass barrels with rich golden tones, showing gently aged character
Fruitwood primary barrel with warm caramel hues and fine grain interest
Removable dust cap protects the 25mm diameter primary objective lens
Flared eyecup fitted with a sliding dust cover for protection when not in use
Smooth draw action provides a useful extended length, ideal for terrestrial observation
Compact size and appealing form, perfect for a collector’s cabinet, desk, or field use
Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display
This late Victorian brass and fruitwood telescope is both decorative and practical, making a fine addition to any antique optical instrument...
Category
Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Antique Rosewood Stanley No. 12 1/2 Veener Plane c.1904-1943
By Stanley
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Cabinet makers veneer scraper plane with Rosewood handles and bronze knobs.
CREATOR Stanley Tools Inc.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1904-1943.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Cigarette Briquet Lighter With Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Cigarette Briquet Lighter With Cartier Box
Circa 1980's, Made in Paris, France.
Marked Cartier Paris To Lighter Base
In Working Order, Made in Paris, Fr...
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Enamel
S.T. Dupont Gold-Plated Ligne 1 Lighter, Paris, c.1970s
Located in Worcester, GB
S.T. Dupont Gold-Plated Ligne 1 Lighter, Paris, c.1970s
A finely crafted gas lighter by renowned French luxury brand S.T. Dupont, Paris. This elegant Ligne 1 model is presented in i...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique 1900
s Tiffany
Co. Brass
Lead Crystal Aneroid Barometer Thermometer
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic antique Tiffany & Company of New York brass aneroid barometer/thermometer dating from the early 1900's. The barometer and thermometer works as it should. Marked "Tiffany & ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Dutch VOC Silver Shipwreck Treasure Coins From The Akerendam Shipwreck 1724
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Origin: Holland
Value: 2 pennies / 2 stuiver
Date: 1724
A VOC Akerendam shipwreck treasure of nine 2 stuivers minted by the Province of Holland ...
Category
1720s Dutch Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Collection of 3 Italian 19th Century Marionettes
Located in London, GB
Collection of 3 Italian 19th century Marionettes
A fantastic set of 3 19th century hand crafted marionette puppets. All with original cotton, silk and valour clothing intact, han...
Category
19th Century Italian Early Victorian Antique Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Pine
Small Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Terrestrial Spyglass, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique three draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spyglass, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Compact yet elegant, this diminutive instrument...
Category
Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Monumental Framed Medieval Facsimile Map Of The World Fra Mauro Wood Wall Panel
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable palatial nearly 7.5ft x 7.5ft facsimile of the important Map of the World (circa 1450) by Fra MauroFra Mauro (Italian; circa 1400–1464), featuring a solid wood framed hi...
Category
Early 20th Century Medieval Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paper
Two Chinese Antique Cinnabar Brooches Ric#JD012-1&2
Located in Norton, MA
Two Chinese Antique Cinnabar Brooches Ric#JD012-1&2
depicting floral patterns on both.
Dimensions:
Large: 2" x 1 3/4" x 1/4"
Small: 1 1/4" x 1" x 1/4"
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
David Bailey Sumo, Signed, Limited Edition Book with Marc Newson Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The David Bailey SUMO.
Over 300 of the greatest portraits of our time, printed big and bold.
In 1965, portrait and fashion photographer David Bailey released his groundbreaking boo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Fine Handcarved Oak Gothic Revival Wall Shrine / Chapel for Statuette
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and good condition, Gothic-art shrine for standing or wall-hanging.
This handsome and decorative, Gothic wall shrine is completely hand-crafted out of solid oak and it will look awesome, no matter where you decide to mount or place her. It must have taken its creator quite a few days to first draw this intricate design on paper and then hand carve the entire piece out of solid oak. The Gothic Style elements are deeply handcarved in both doors and they make this shrine highly decorative and an absolute joy to own and look at. This cabinet chapel (or chapel cabinet) comes with its brass lock in perfect working order and also with its original gothic style key. The handgrip is in fact a Gothic trefoil symbol (for the trinity). What also makes this piece extra attractive is the Gothic church window-like frame behind the doors. It is among the finest we have seen to date and on top of that this antique also has a beautiful and rich patina. By the way, the bronze Mary statuette is not included in our price. Finally, thanks to the hook in the back, mounting this antique chapel...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
1970 Seiko Blue and Tobacco Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Steel Quartz Clock
By Seiko
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Seiko super tanker slave clock original aqua marine green finish
A reclaimed and restored maritime slave clock.
These clocks were used in great numbers on super tankers, cargo ...
Category
1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel, Cut Steel
Erte by Roland Barthes (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is a beautifully produced book by Franco Maria Ricci, published in 1972 in a limited edition of only 2,000 copies. Hardback binding in the publishers beautiful black silk covers...
Category
20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Dalí. BABY SUMO. Limited Edition Artist Monograph.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hardcover, 14.5 x 19.7 in., 438 pages; with gilt edges, fold outs, gold foil embossing on title and chapter pages, plus 40 page booklet with catalog of illustrations, 8.7 x 11.4 in.;...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Velvet, Paper
$1,000 / item
Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / Library room with this collection set of gilt leather bound library book set of eighteen volumes. Germany in storm and stress ...
Category
1910s Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper, Leather
$1,890 / set
Aachen Cathedral Souvenir Building Architectural Model vintage German 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A decorative building sculpture as a souvenir. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is due to age. Made of metal. This item was purchased as a souvenir at a Grand Tour in Europe an...
Category
1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Batman
Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1966
Located in Devon, GB
Fabulously kitsch and colourful, this rare Japanese B2 poster advertised the first full length feature film of the DC Comics character Batman. Released by 20th century Fox in 1966 as...
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Linen, Paper
Exceptional Inlaid Games Box
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large rectangular Games Box intricately inlaid in many different woods with all surfaces in detailed Geometric patterns. The Board is capable for playing Chess, Backgammon and Checke...
Category
20th Century Moorish Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
1930s Cast Saving Pig / Money Box Made by Swedish Gold Smith Olof W. Nilsson
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely beautiful and unique saving pig / money box made by Swedish gold smith Olof W. Nilsson in Kristianstad Sweden in the 1930s.
This money box is beautifully detailed shaped ...
Category
1930s Swedish Other Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
$1,191 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique and Vintage Collectibles and Curiosities for Sale
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
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