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Antique Garden Gnomes

Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome manufactured by
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Garden Guardians, Keeper of Keys
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nostalgic opportunity America's friendly gnomes- a rare pair (2) of Happy Garden Legends "Keeper
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Flower Pot, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Flower Pot, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome from Germany
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop. Circa Late 1800s
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1890s Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Antique Gnome Sculpture "Digging For Gold" Original Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
Digging For Gold- Rare Form Gardener's Best Friend - As American as Apple Pie An American garden
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

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Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish, chic and charming aluminum door stop of a "warrior gnome" by Bradley & Hubbard dates
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Antique Garden Gnomes

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Aluminum

Antique Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop
Bradley and Hubbard Gnome Door Stop
H 12.63 in W 6.75 in D 2.25 in
Rare Antique Terracotta Garden Gnome Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Rare late 19th century terracotta garden gnome, German. Original polychrome painted finish, circa
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19th Century German Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Limestone statue of a garden gnome
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian limestone statue of a garden gnome, from Venice Italy. Gnomes are considered good luck in
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19th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Limestone

Early 20th Century Garden Gnome
Located in Chicago, IL
A very rare finely detailed and beautifully painted terra-cotta garden gnome from the 1920's
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1920s Czech Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Early 20th Century Garden Gnome
Early 20th Century Garden Gnome
H 28.5 in W 13 in D 14 in
Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Garden figure of a hunter with rifle out of cast stone and painted beige.
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19th Century European Antique Garden Gnomes

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Cast Stone

Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century
Garden Gnome, Hunter, 19th Century
H 34.26 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Sicilian Female Figure Stone Gnome, Italy, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century Italian hand carved stone whimsical female gnome figure Natural patina carved
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19th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Stone

Rare Painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch, Austria, Circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
Rare painted Terracotta Gnome by Johann Maresch Austria Circa 1900 Smiling gnome in casual
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Early 20th Century Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta, Paint

Victorian Gilt Iron Fireplace Tool Cradle with Gnome and Dragon Detailing
Located in Astoria, NY
An American Victorian iron fireplace tool cradle with gnome and dragon details. In gold gilt finish
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Irish Stained and Hand-Painted Glass Panel of Fairy and Leprechaun, Unique
Located in Dallas, TX
regard as a Garden Gnome, with his little red hat and shoes, but it is definitely a Leprechaun, as he is
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Mid-19th Century Irish Country Antique Garden Gnomes

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Stained Glass

Early 20th Century Folk Art Gnomes Gardeners Original Paint Treen
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Odd little pair of folk art hand carved softwood (probably pine) gnomes, French in origins and
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Early 20th Century French Antique Garden Gnomes

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Pine

Gnome Festive Red And Green Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Located in South Burlington, VT
indoor or out door space. America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With Lantern Sculpture also
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Vintage Large Cast Iron Garden Gnome new reduction
Located in Pasadena, TX
A large cast iron garden gnome from c.1920's. Nicely patinated with much original paint.
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Early 20th Century Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Stone Garden Gnome Sitting on a Pad
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic cast stone garden gnome from the early twentieth century. In fabulous condition with
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1920s American Adirondack Antique Garden Gnomes

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Cast Stone

American Pair Garden Gnomes Good Luck Legendary Sculptures
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nostalgic opportunity- a time for joy America's friendly gnomes- a rare pair (2) of Happy Garden
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Timber man Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
be a nice addition to a room. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Earthenware

Pipe Smoking Resting Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
be a nice addition to a room. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit
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1920s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Earthenware

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome with Frog Statue, Heissner 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
be a nice addition to a room. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Earthenware

Pipe Smoking Standing Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
be a nice addition to a room. A German garden gnome: Garden gnomes (German: Gartenzwerge, lit
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1920s German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Earthenware

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome from Germany, ca
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1930s Item e7193 A large garden gnome from
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

American Pair Pointed Hat Garden Gnomes Good Luck Sculptures Original Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
these loveable garden gnomes. No wonder why, as legend has it they protect gardens and bring owners
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Group of Four French Carved Limestone Gnomes from the Early 1900s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Group of four whimsical French carved limestone Gnomes from the early 1900s.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Garden Gnomes

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Limestone

Antique & Rare Hubley Polychromed Figural Cast Iron Gnome Door Stop 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique and rare figural Hubley door stop offers cast iron construction in gnome form, painted
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19th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Gnome Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With Lantern Sculpture
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Gnome Rare Orange Garden Gate Lantern Sculpture "Keeper of Keys"
Located in South Burlington, VT
opportunity. America's friendly gnome- a Garden Gate Keeper With a Night Lantern Sculpture also known as
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Gnome Rare Antique Garden Sculpture Coin Bank and Money Guardian
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pie An American garden friendly gnome- hand cast and hand painted in a rare "coin bank" form. Gnome
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Antique Gnome Pair Garden Lantern Sculptures "Keeper of Keys Guardians"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnomes- a pair (2) of Garden Gate Keepers With
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Early 20th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Antique Garden Gnome
Located in Berlin, DE
Very droll looking gnome with opened shimmy in huge size from Germany´s Bavarian countryside, feels
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Garden Gnomes

Antique Garden Gnome
Antique Garden Gnome
H 25.6 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in
Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome
Located in Pasadena, CA
Superior surface and quality of carving sets this apart from others.I'm not sure if he's holding cards or what?
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Limestone

Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome
Detailed Carved Stone Garden Gnome
H 26 in W 12 in D 12 in
Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome
Located in Hudson, NY
A wonderful antique American 1920s cast iron garden gnome, having a charming form and features, and
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Late 19th Century American Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome
Antique 1920s Cast Iron Gnome
H 28.5 in W 15.5 in L 28.5 in
Victorian Gnome
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Austrian painted terracotta figure of gnome by Johann Maresch signed with makers stamp on the back.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Garden Gnomes

Victorian Gnome
Victorian Gnome
H 24 in W 12.6 in D 11.8 in
Art Nouveau Christmas Tree Stand with Golden Gnomes and Silver Boughs
Located in New York, NY
gilt circular shaft, having a shaped square pierced base with four gilt gnome figures holding silver
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Garden Gnomes

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Modular 'Profilsystem' Wall Unit with Diverse Storage Compartments in Green
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Flötotto, modular sideboard 'Profilsystem', obeche wood, laminate, 1970s/80s Remarkable in both design concept and execution, this multifunctional modular storage wall unit stands a...
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1970s German Post-Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Laminate, Wood

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...
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15th Century and Earlier African Antique Garden Gnomes

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Bone

Set of 12 Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Antique Garden Gnomes

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Murano Glass

Folk Art Rare Antique Gnome Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Gnome hand cast and painted American antique garden sculpture and coin bank/doorstop In good condition considering its age.
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1930s Antique Garden Gnomes

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Iron

Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
Located in London, GB
Large spectacular iridescent ammonite fossil. 75 Million y/o A magnificent example of one of the most spectacular fossils. A large and intensely vibrant ammonite, Placenticeras cost...
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15th Century and Earlier Canadian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Stone

Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
H 16.54 in Dm 16.54 in
Vintage Heissner Terracotta Garden Gnome, Germany ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Heissner Terracotta Garden Gnome, Germany ca. 1950s Item e7198 A large vintage garden gnome manufactured by Heissner in Germany, ca. 1950s. Good used vintage condition with s...
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Mid-20th Century German Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Set of Three Midcentury French Hand Painted Barbotine Ceramic Gnomes Figurines
Located in Dallas, TX
This colorful set of vintage Majolica garden gnome’s sculptures were sculpted in France, circa 1960. The ceramic figures are expressive and unique. One holds a water can and smokes a...
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Mid-20th Century French Antique Garden Gnomes

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Ceramic, Majolica

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, set of four DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather b...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Leather

Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s Item e7222 A whimsy set of four tiny garden gnomes made in Germany ca. 1950s probably by Heissner. They are made of terra...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Set of Five Gnomes - previously had seven. Price has been reduced for set of 5
Located in Washington, DC
Set of five painted dwarfs Gnomes.
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Late 20th Century Italian Other Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

Blue and White Porcelain Tulipiere Vase
By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom
Located in Manassas Park, VA
This vase is a traditional porcelain tulipiere from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. In the 17th century tulipiere were used to grow tulip bulbs indoors ...
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20th Century Chinese Antique Garden Gnomes

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Porcelain

Pink Sputnik Chandelier by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Elegant rose Sputnik chandelier in brass and Murano glass globes. Creation by Studio Glustin.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Brass

Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s A whimsy set of four tiny garden gnomes made in Germany ca. 1950s probably by Heissner. They are made of terracotta and ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Garden Gnomes

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Terracotta

A 17th century Augsburg ebonized cabinet with painted pietra paesina panels
Located in PARIS, FR
An ebonized wood cabinet with painted pietra paesina panels Augsburg, southern Germany, mid-17th century Dimensions: h. 43 cm, w. 32 cm, d. 20 cm Ebonized wood, inlay of painted piet...
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Mid-17th Century German Renaissance Antique Garden Gnomes

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Marble

1889 The Blue Fairy Book
By Andrew Lang
Located in Bath, GB
A superb copy of this sought-after fairy book by Andrew Lang, the first volume in his colourful series. The sought after first edition, first impression. Illustrated with a frontis...
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1890s British Antique Garden Gnomes

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Paper

1889 The Blue Fairy Book
1889 The Blue Fairy Book
H 7.5 in W 2 in D 5 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Garden Gnomes

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Other

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Antique Garden Gnomes For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique garden gnomes available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique garden gnomes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and stone. Antique garden gnomes have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique garden gnomes bearing Folk Art or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Bradley & Hubbard produced beautiful antique garden gnomes that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Garden Gnomes?

Prices for antique garden gnomes start at $650 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $1,450.
Questions About Antique Garden Gnomes
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Garden gnomes represent good luck. The forerunners of today's garden gnomes are said to be the statues of gods that ancient Romans placed in their gardens. These statues were thought to provide protection against evil, and so modern garden gnomes are believed to be good luck charms.