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Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
H 9.06 in W 3.94 in D 11.03 in
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s Brass and copper Polished and stove enameled
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
H 6.89 in W 3.55 in D 13 in
Copper Watering Can Around, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper watering can around 1950s Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Copper

Vintage Copper Watering Can Around, 1950s
Copper Watering Can Around, 1950s
H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 14.97 in
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered watering Can, circa 1950s Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
Hammered Watering Can, circa 1950s
H 8.67 in W 3.55 in D 9.85 in
Brass watering can vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass watering can vienna around 1960s Brass polished
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass watering can vienna around 1960s
Brass watering can vienna around 1960s
H 8.27 in W 3.55 in D 12.21 in
Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural German cactus watering can by Fritz Dienes for Hessische Majolika, Germany, 1953, with
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

Vintage Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
H 5.25 in W 14 in D 4 in
Exstraordinary Water Can Brass, Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Exstraordinary Water can brass, around 1950s Polished and stove enameled. Wicker.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural German cactus watering can by Fritz Dienes for Hessische Majolika, Germany, 1953, with
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

Vintage Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
Watering Can by Fritz Dienes, 1953
H 11.25 in W 14 in D 3.5 in
20th Century Copper Watering Can-Pitcher
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a small copper watering can. The belly is embossed and decorated with genre scenes
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20th Century European Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Copper

Vintage 20th Century Copper Watering Can-Pitcher
20th Century Copper Watering Can-Pitcher
H 10.63 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s Only Polished
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
H 6.3 in W 5.12 in D 14.18 in
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s Only Polished
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
Copper and brass Watering Can, circa 1960s
H 7.09 in W 5.12 in D 12.6 in
Brass, copper watering can vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass, copper watering can vienna around 1950s Polished and stove enameled
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Brass, copper watering can vienna around 1950s
Brass, copper watering can vienna around 1950s
H 11.42 in W 3.75 in D 14.18 in
Water Can Copper Brass Conbination, Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Water can copper brass conbination, around 1950s Brass copper conbination Polished.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

German Midcentury Brass, Copper & Bamboo Watering Can, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stylish brass, copper and bamboo handled watering pitcher with long narrow spout. Perfect for
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Copper and Brass Watering Can by Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco copper and brass watering can. Manufactured by the Chase Brass and Copper Company in the
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Modern 20th Century Sterling Silver Watering Can - London 1991
Located in London, London
Watering Can, would make an ideal piece for any gardening enthusiast. The watering can measures 7.25
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1990s English Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Iconic Design Watering Can, Klaus Kunis, Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - space age era.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Plastic

1950s French Chinoiserie White Ironstone Faux Bamboo Watering Can Pitcher
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous vintage French Chinoiserie style white ironstone watering can or pitcher with a faux
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Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Ironstone

Cartier Sterling Silver Martini Cocktail Figural Watering Can Vermouth Dropper
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver vermouth dropper. By Cartier. In the form of a watering can. Marked to
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20th Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Silver, Cut Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Copper Watering Can Brutalist Style, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern copper watering can in the Brutalist design of a Duck. Great
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1960s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Copper

1950s Danish Modern Design Teak Watering Can Jens Quistgaard Attributed MCM
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Vintage 1950s sculptural watering can probably designed by Jens Quistgaard. Charming object
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Wood, Teak

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Ceramic and Brass Watering Can, 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and decorative Mid-Century Modern watering can. Designed and manufactured in 1950s
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

unique brass and COCONUT watering can by Carl Auböck attrib., Austria, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: watering can Design: attributed to Carl Auböck, 1950s Producer: attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Bonsai Watering Can with Long Spout, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass watering can with a long spout. Great lines, great
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Bonsai Watering Can with Long Spout, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass watering can with a long spout. Great lines, great
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Vintage T&T Hand Hammered Silver Plated Art Deco Small Watering Can Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage T&T Hand Hammered Silver Plated Art Deco Small Watering Can Pitcher with Handle. Circa Mid
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Silver Plate

Set of Two Mid-Century French Copper and Brass Watering Cans from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
Accessorize your kitchen cabinets or catch you umbrellas using these antique water cans; crafted in
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Mid-20th Century French Country Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Monica Bratt for Reijmyre. Large vase / watering can in burgundy art glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Monica Bratt for Reijmyre, Sweden. Large watering can in mouth-blown burgundy art glass. From the
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Art Glass

Set of 18 Vintage Gold Rimmed Glass Stemware
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
glasses, 6 water goblets which can also be used for white wine. The coupe measures 3.75"w x 6"h and holds
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Solid Glass Tree-Shaped Soliflore Vase
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid century solid glass tree-shaped Soliflore vase. Mid 20th century. Beautiful mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Glass, Art Glass

The Florist, Free Standing Indoor Sculpture
By Kay Ritter
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Kay Ritter Title: Florist Medium: Papier-mache with metal watering can, glasses, papier
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Metal

Pretty Italian Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Watering Can
Located in New York, NY
Pretty Midcentury Modern watering can. Upward tapering bowl with chased bands and applied flowers
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Sterling Silver

Austrian Watering Can Brass Copper, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Austrian Watering Can Brass Copper, 1950s.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Copper Teak Watering Can, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Copper teak watering can, Denmark, 1960s.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Copper

Watering Can of Solid Brass by Carl Auboeck, Vienna
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT
Extra long spouted watering can made of solid brass designed and produced by Carl Auboeck.
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1990s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

German Brass Watering Can, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1950s German cactus brass watering can, great lines, great original condition with
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1950s German Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

German Brass Watering Can, 1950
German Brass Watering Can, 1950
H 5.75 in W 4.38 in D 13 in
Solid Brass Watering Can Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
A high quality thick solid brass watering can. A functional aesthetic with a beautiful patina
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1950s Unknown Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Metal

Solid Brass Watering Can Signed
Solid Brass Watering Can Signed
H 7.75 in W 4.5 in D 15.25 in
Large Cartier Sterling Silver Watering Can
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large, sterling silver watering can, Cartier, New York, Ca. 1930's-1940's. @7" high @6 1/2" across
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Vintage English Copper Watering Can
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large and well designed function watering can, made in England, 1950 spout to handle, 19 inches
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1950s English Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Copper

German Brass and Copper Watering Can, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1950s German brass and copper succulent watering can, great lines, great original
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1950s German Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Vintage Silver Plated Watering Can-Form Vermouth Dispenser
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid 20th century silver-plate vermouth dispenser bar accessory in the form of a watering can. The
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Silver

Carl Auböck Small But Perfect Copper Watering Can
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in London, GB
Copper body, brass spout and wicker rapped handle small-scale watering can from the fantastic
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1950s Austrian Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Carl Aubock ii Water Can Tea Pot Rarer Than Rare 1930s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
This jug by Carl Auböck II was designed in the 1930s. It is signed on the bottom with the name of the pot maker "Redl" and "handmade" and "Made in Austria". This model is also part o...
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1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Original Flower Watering Can Created by Peter Holmblad for Stelton, Circa 1978
By Stelton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This elegant and timeless flower watering can is relaunched in connection with Stelton's 60th
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1970s Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Metal

Pair Of Large Modernized Murano Sconces
Located in Westport, CT
water, quality glass, 1970's can be mounted vertically or horizontally
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Bauhaus Watering Can Germany
Located in San Diego, CA
A German watering can. A functional Bauhaus design with a beautiful patina. Retains a partial Made
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1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Metal

Bauhaus Watering Can Germany
Bauhaus Watering Can Germany
H 7.25 in W 6 in D 12.5 in
Brass Watering Can, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass Watering Can, circa 1950s Polished and stove enameled.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

Brass Watering Can, circa 1950s
Brass Watering Can, circa 1950s
H 8.67 in W 3.55 in D 9.85 in
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s German cactus brass watering can, great lines, great original condition.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

German Brass Watering Can, 1960
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
H 6.25 in W 4 in D 17.5 in
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s German cactus brass watering can, great lines, great original condition.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

German Brass Watering Can, 1960
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
H 6.25 in W 4 in D 17.5 in
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s German cactus brass watering can, great lines, great original condition.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

German Brass Watering Can, 1960
German Brass Watering Can, 1960
H 6.25 in W 4 in D 17.5 in
Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1930s Austrian brass watering can, great lines, great original condition with wonderful
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1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass

Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
H 8 in W 2.75 in D 16 in
Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1930s Austrian brass watering can, great lines, great original condition with wonderful
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1930s Austrian Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
Austrian Brass Watering Can, 1930
H 5.75 in W 5.5 in D 19.5 in
Copper water can vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper water can vienna around 1950s Polished and stove enameled
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Copper water can vienna around 1950s
Copper water can vienna around 1950s
H 5.12 in W 4.34 in D 9.45 in
Solid Brass Bauhaus Watering Can Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
A high quality thick solid brass watering can. A functional Bauhaus aesthetic with a beautiful
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1950s Unknown Bauhaus Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Metal

Solid Brass Bauhaus Watering Can Signed
Solid Brass Bauhaus Watering Can Signed
H 7.25 in W 4.75 in D 11 in
Carl Auböck Watering Can in Copper and Brass
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare watering can designed by Carl Auböck. Produced by Carl Auböck workshop in Austria.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Modern Brass Copper Watering Can, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass and copper watering can with a long spout. Great lines
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Copper and Brass Watering Can by Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Art Deco copper and brass watering can. Manufactured by the Chase Brass and Copper Company in the
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

Italian Designer, Watering Can, Hammered Brass, Bakelite, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and bakelite watering can designed and produced in Italy, 1930s-1940s.
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass

Copper Watering Can by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall
By Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vintage copper watering pitcher / can with woven rattan handle by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

Materials

Copper

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Copper Watering Can, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass and copper watering can with a long spout. Great lines
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Watering Can

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Brass, Copper

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Vintage Glass Watering Can For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage glass watering can for your home. Frequently made of metal, brass and copper, every vintage glass watering can was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage glass watering can you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage glass watering can, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall and Carl Auböck each produced at least one beautiful vintage glass watering can that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Glass Watering Can?

Prices for a vintage glass watering can start at $155 and top out at $2,729 with the average selling for $455.
Questions About Vintage Glass Watering Can
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.