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Mambo Orange Velvet Bed by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
The Mambo bed features a sinuous shape that elegantly unfolds within a space, inspired by the graceful and lively movements of mambo dance. The generous folds and curves evoke the vi...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe

Materials

Textile

Mid-Century Italian Wood Demi Lune Wall Console Side Table with Hidden Drawers
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian Mid-Century Modern design console side table. Standing on three typically carved wooden legs with the classic demi lune shape and top, this console h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Wood

Tue Poulsen Square Tile Topped Coffee Table of Wenge by Erik Wørts Danmark 1960s
By Heltborg Møbler, Erik Wørts, Tue Poulsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Square coffee table by Danish artist and ceramist Tue Poulsen (born 1939) and Danish furniture designer Erik Wørts (1916-97). Made ca 1960s. The coffee table has handmade tiles on to...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Ceramic, Wenge

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 1 x E27 / 26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked, cleaned...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Space Age Italian Reggiani Chrome Chandelier, circa 1960
By Reggiani
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century Space-Age chandelier by Reggiani from 1960-70s. The chandelier is made in chrome metal. Bulb holders: E14 type, 5 pieces (bulbs are not included). Measurements: H...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Continental Europe

Materials

Chrome

Antique French Hand-Crafted Bronzed Metal Deer Stag Group, Marble Base, Masson
By Jules Edmond Masson 1
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless French Bronze ‘Cerf et Biche’ Sculpture by Jules Edmond Masson (1871–1932), A stunning and soulful work of art, this antique bronze group sculpture depicts a majestic stag...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Continental Europe

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Italian Murano Blue Scavo Vase Roman Style Italian Art Glass
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d Arte, Cenedese, Franco Moretti, Cenedese Scavo
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This vintage Murano Scavo vase in cobalt blue captures the essence of Italian glass artistry. The Scavo technique gives it a weathered, ancient look, reminiscent of artifacts from an...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Velvet, Beech

The Happy Bear by Eric Valat - Bronze sculpture of a bear, animal sculpture, fun
By Eric Valat
Located in Paris, FR
The Happy Bear is a bronze sculpture by contemporary artist Eric Valat, dimensions are 15 × 20 × 16 cm (5.9 × 7.9 × 6.3 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is part of a li...
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2010s Contemporary Continental Europe

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Large Bauhaus Wall Clock
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare wall clock made of wooden frame with white painted glass clock face and black digits caught in steel, made by Chomutov in the 1930s. The original movement replaced to an el...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Steel

Extendable Solid Teak Dining Table from Glostrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful extendable dining table produced by Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. The table is made of solid teak wood and is in very good condition. Marked by the producer. Dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Teak

Pair of Vintage Big Armchairs Burgundy Plum Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very comfortable armchair from the 1960s. Produced probably in France. A beautiful representative of Art Deco. Furniture with a massive construction, have a comfortable seat on sprin...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Vintage Ring Black Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7.5 / 2gr
Located in SE
Vintage Unisex type Ring set with bezel set cabochon cut natural Black Onyx stone accented with old European cut Diamonds in Platinum clusters on solid 18K Yellow Gold band and crown...
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1950s European Retro Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Ring natural 3ctw. Emerald 0.6ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.75/ 5gr
Located in SE
Nice German cluster Emeralds and Diamonds Ring. Plain band and shoulders. Openwork crown in White Gold 16mm x 12.6mm x 6.9mm deep. All stones with open backs. Claw set natural oval c...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

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

Josef Frank Brass and Mirror Tray/Plateau for Svenskt Tenn Swedish modern, 1940s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Refined mirrored plateau designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, in the 1940s. This circular tray features a beveled mirror surface set within a gilded brass frame, accente...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Large Sciolari-Style ZigZag Brass Ceiling Lamp Wall Light, Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
A striking Mid-Century light sculpture from the 1970s, suitable both as a flush-mount ceiling chandelier and as a wall-mounted sconce. Crafted in brass, this impressive piece feature...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Green Background Khorassan Carpet with Dancing Animals
Located in Milan, IT
A fine and rare antique Khorassan pictorial carpet depicting a panoply of animals arranged in horizontal rows on a pistachio green background, appearing as caught in a ritual dance. ...
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1880s Afghan Khorassan Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Wool

Antique late 17th century English honey color chest or trunk with rich carvings
Located in Casteren, NL
This antique oak chest, dating from the early 17th century, is a remarkable example of early European craftsmanship, combining strength with refined decorative detail. Made entirely ...
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Late 17th Century Renaissance Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Oak

Several Baccarat Crystal Mercury Champagne Coupe, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end champagne coupe in clear crystal by Baccarat. This exquisite Baccarat glassware embodies the timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship for which the...
Category

1990s French Other Continental Europe

Materials

Crystal

ASEA Skandia Shell Shaped "Coquille" Wall Sconce, Sweden 1940s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Coquille" wall lamp by ASEA in excellent condition. This elegant wall sconce was manufactured by the Swedish company ASEA Skandia in the 1940s. The shell shaped glass shade rest on ...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Pendant, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame, rattan wrapping details, opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Naturale cuoio leather
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Feet up and just unwind – our DS-80 relocates sleep to the daytime hours, the time when we are supposed to be active and getting things done. Its subtle appearance reminds us to take...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Leather

Beautiful Metal Art Nouveau Urne Mantel Vase circa 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful single mantel vase about 1910s or older. Made of metal, has some nice patina, but this is old-age. A beautiful piece for any room. Found at an Estate Sale in Nuremberg, Ger...
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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal

Hermès Gold Enamel Bracelet Penguins Size 65
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Adorable Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: Penguins on ice Made in Austria + E Made of printed enamel and yellow gold plated hardware Colorways: Blue, Yellow, Red polka d...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Continental Europe

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Wall Hanger with Teak Mirror, 1960s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Teak Wall Hanger with Mirror, 1960s , Made in Italy. Teak Wall Hanger with Mirror 1960s, is an example of midcentury modern design. This elegant Wall Hanger represents the inimitable...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Iron

Pair Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Carved Wooden Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair 18th century neoclassical carved wooden ornaments. France circa 1780. Weathered, small losses and old repairs. Measurements are individual and include the wooden base....
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Wood

Antique Alabaster Art Deco Plafonnier Chandelier
Located in Søborg, DK
Antique alabaster Art Deco plafonnier chandelier with age related wear. This plafonnier is also a celebration of the Japanese art of Kintsukuroi and Wabisabi. “Repairing broken thin...
Category

1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Alabaster

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray Change Tray Horse Seahorse Mythology Porcelain Gold
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Seahorse This drawing inspired by Greek mythology represents the sea horse with a horse's head, 2 front legs, and a tail inspired...
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20th Century French Continental Europe

Antique pastoral oil painting of small house in a green riverside landscape
Located in Ebberup, DK
Antique Scandinavian oil on canvas painting of a riverside landscape with a small house and a haystack near the water. The surrounding fields and trees are summer green and the sky i...
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Continental Europe

Materials

Paint, Wood

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a balanced and understated design. Each sconce features a circular brass wall plate from which a slender, gently cur...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal, Brass

Finnish Design Chandelier in Brass, Teak and Glass, Finland 1970s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp attributed to Valinte, circa the 1970s. As one of the leading lighting manufacturers in Finland, Valinte was known for its h...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Brass, Metal

Huge Floral 6-Light Fruit Strand Ceiling Lamp by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1970s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge Floral 6-Light Fruit Strand Ceiling Lamp by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1970s Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this device in all countries (USA, Australia, Asi...
Category

1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal

Room 2 - Collector Portfolio # 5 out 7 - 12 Fine Art Prints Nude photography
By Eric Ceccarini
Located in Brussels, BE
His series "Room" or "My carnival" evokes the fantasy of the mistress, fetishist eroticism, 5 to 7, free fantasy. Eric produces erotic art without ever biting into porn-chic always b...
Category

2010s Contemporary Continental Europe

Materials

Rag Paper, Archival Pigment

Midcentury Pair of Side Tables in Rattan, Bamboo and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of side tables or bedside tables with two-tier in bamboo, rattan and smoked glass. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Smoked Glass

Clear Glass Vintage European Brass Top Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large round clear glass pendant 2 meter black cotton wire brass top Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standard...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Henning Kjærnulf Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat and Backrest Reupholstered, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, designed by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmöbel in the 1960s. The chair clearly reflects Kjærnulf's signature design language, featuring deco...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Lambskin, Oak, Wool

Set of 3 Stack 880 Blue Modular Glass Coffee Table By Niccolò Devetag
By Billiani 1911
Located in Milan, IT
Stack 880 by Niccolò Devetag is a collection of colorful blown glass coffee tables featuring a modular design. The three blue glass elements can be stacked to form tables of varying...
Category

2010s Italian Continental Europe

Materials

Glass

Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio. Miniature vase in stoneware. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden. Beautiful, wheel-thrown miniature vase in stoneware. The glaze features the characteristic fine hare’s fur technique in predominantly ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Danish A.Michelsen Set Ice-cream 6 Spoons Enamel 925 Silver/ 42gr
Located in SE
Danish set of fine tea/ ice - cream spoons solid Gilt 925 grade Silver decorated with translucent Guilloche Enamels. Hand - made at the workshop of A. Michelsen, Copenhagen, DK. Ha...
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1930s Danish Retro Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Glass Wall Lamps by Peill Putzler, 1970s, Germany
By Peill Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This pair of glass wall lamps was designed by Peill & Putzler in Germany during the 1970s. Characterized by their minimalist, capsule-like form, the lamps are crafted from matte opal...
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Glass

Moschino Cheap and Chic burgundy wool jacket with contrasting piping, 9s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Elegant Moschino Cheap and Chic jacket in pure virgin wool, made in Italy by Aeffe. A garment with a tailored cut, typical of the fashion house's ironic and refined style in the 1990...
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1990s Continental Europe

Vintage Leather Lounge Chairs by Elsa Solheim Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rybo Rykken
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A pair of rare sculptural Mid-Century lounge chairs, so called "Ry-Wing", designed by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken Co., Norway, circa 1970s. These stunning Scandina...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Leather, Beech

Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier Ceiling Lustre Art Nouveau
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our exquisite Candelabrum Crystal Antique Chandelier, a masterpiece that embodies the elegance of Art Nouveau. Measuring a total height of 110 cm (height without chain 8...
Category

Early 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Crystal, Wire

Beautiful Starburst Sunburst Gilded Resin Convex Mirror Belgium, circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A petite starburst sunburst mirror. Made of gilded resin and wood. It measures approximate 14.5" in diameter, mirror itself is approximate 3 3/4" in diameter. It stands approximate 1...
Category

1960s Belgian Hollywood Regency Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Mirror, Resin

Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful chicken wire made Basket, circa 1930s. Made of wire and wooden handles. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Nice addition to any Country Kitchen. Size given in meas...
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1930s Austrian Folk Art Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal, Wire

Pierre Vandel Paris Serving Table 1970s France
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful cream and gold color Metal .serving table . signed by the french designer Pierre Vandel Paris can be used as a tv stand, bar, coffee table, side table, light aluminum struc...
Category

1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal

SAT-NAM
Located in Zofingen, AG
“This work is a visual mantra — an invitation to stillness. With no defined forms, only texture and vibration, the painting dissolves the boundary between the outer and inner world.”
Category

2010s Abstract Continental Europe

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hans Bergström Bird Cage Ceiling Lamp Lacquered Metal, Brass, 1940
By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström
Located in Vienna, AT
Pendant Lamp by Hans Bergström, decorated with birds in Brass, by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden (labeled on the inside of the textile screen) This light rarely pops up in the retail market...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork LORIS AZZARO
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork. Boned. Tulle lining. Zip closure on the middle back. Underwired bra inside the dress with adjustable hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...
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1970s French Continental Europe

"Hana I" and " Hana II" Uchiwa Pendant Lights by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Pair of rare "Hana I" and "Hana II" chandeliers from then Uchiwa series by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany. Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans. The chandeliers can ...
Category

1970s German Japonisme Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Cotton, Paper, Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern German Hollywood Regency Style Brass Table Lamp from Goldkant
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
Impressive table lamp from the renowned manufacturer Goldkant. The lamp impresses with its ornamental design and high-quality materials. The segmented base and the shape of the umbr...
Category

1960s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 THONET S320 Stacking Chairs designed by Ulrich Boehme Wulf Schneider
By Ulrich Bohme, Thonet
Located in Schwerin, MV
Set of 2 Thonet S 320 Armchairs in stained reddish-brown plywood and chrome plated Steel, Germany, 1980s A striking set of four original Thonet S 320 armc...
Category

1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Chrome

Venetian Modern Octagonal Wall Mirror with Brass Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Venetian style Regency modern oval wall mirror with gilt metal accents, Spain, 1960s Stunning wall mirror featuring an octagonal shaped frame with triple layer of mirrors surrounding the central glass. The mirrored panels are adorned by brass classical patterns and flower details. This mirror will be perfect in a contemporary or classical ambiance as it has a nice classic / modern balance. Very elegant placed in a bathroom, powder room, dressing room or bedroom. Also gorgeous as a console mirror. Very good vintage condition. Overall measures: 80 cm H x 60,5 cm W x 4 cm D // 31,49 in H x 23,81 in W x 1,57 in D Glass measures: 67 cm H x 47 cm W // 26,37 in H x 18,50 in W We are specialists in wall mirrors and sunburst mirrors: More venetian style mirrors in other shapes are avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Venetial Style Octagonal Mirror // Venetian Wall Mirror with Brass Details // Midcentury Venetian Octagonal Mirror // Octagonal Venetian Modern...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Continental Europe

Materials

Metal, Brass

Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare collection of three hand blown glass weaver oil lamps from the South of France, France, circa 1800-1900 Very good condition. Copper wick holders of recent date. Measures: H:22-2...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Blown Glass

Tigers Acrylic and oil on canvas painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Author: Rodolfo Ramírez Cardo (Havana, Cuba) Title: Version of “Tigress” by Karl Bang Year: 2000 Technique: Acrylic and oil on canvas Dimensions: 64 x 85 cm (25.2 x 33.5 in) (unframe...
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Early 2000s Realist Continental Europe

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Credenza vintage in legno con vano bar, anni 60, design Italiano
Located in None, IT
Credenza in legno con gambe in metallo e piano superiore in legno decorato, due ante a sinistra, una cassettiera centrale con 4 cassetti e un vano bar a destra. Il vano bar ha un'ant...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe

Materials

Metal

A Pair of 21st Century Barovier Style Art Deco Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These two 21st-century gold and clear Murano glass wall sconces showcase a refined Art Deco aesthetic inspired by the Barovier style. The handblown glass shades have a delicate ribbe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Continental Europe

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Modern Brass Loops Wire Wall mirror, Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely square elegant and beautifully proportioned Italian midcentury vintage brass loop wall mirror from the 1950s. Its frame is made of black metal and brass with a charming deco...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Pierre-Adrien DALPAYRAT French Art Nouveau Stoneware Inkwell, 1890
By Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...
Category

1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe

Materials

Pewter

Pair of Italian Art Deco Burl Veneer Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables
By Ico Luisa Parisi, Melchiorre Bega, Dassi, Gio Ponti
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Modern pair of night stands bed side tables with great decorated wooden structure and two front doors completed by the whi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Continental Europe

Materials

Marble, Brass

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