$192Sale Price|43% Off
Murano Glass Faceted Geode Dish in Red and Yellow Sommerso
By Mandruzzato
Located in Glasgow, GB
The combination of the colors create a beautiful and unique optical display, which is further enhanced by the finely polished diamond-shaped facets that finish the outside of this vi...
Murano Glass
Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display, c.1760
Located in Langweer, NL
18th-Century Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display This remarkable hand-colored engraving from the mid-18th century presents a dramatic and meticulousl...
Paper
Rare WWII German 10x80 Flak Binoculars on Tripod, Restored
Located in Nottingham, GB
A remarkable large-format piece of German military optical history with excellent display presence.
Metal
1960s Scandinavian Modern Blown Glass Sphere Bud Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The thick glass and internal void give the vase a striking space-age, biomorphic quality, somewhere between functional glassware and an optical art object. Beautiful displayed with a...
Blown Glass
Polished Midnight Blue Falcon’s Eye Gemstone Box with Brass Hinged Lid – 6"
Located in New York, NY
Also known as Blue Tiger’s Eye or Hawk’s Eye, this naturally occurring gemstone displays a captivating optical phenomenon called chatoyancy, which creates shifting, luminous streaks ...
Quartz
Rare Red Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
The exterior has been meticulously hand-cut and faceted into a diamond/prism form, creating dramatic refraction and displaying brilliant optical reflections from every angle.
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Sommerso Vase, Green, Yellow & Lilac, Hexagonal, 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Glasgow, GB
Produced in Italy during the mid-20th century, the vase displays the optical depth and precision associated with Venetian sommerso glassmaking.
Murano Glass, Sommerso
$264 / set
Pair of Historic Wine Glasses
Located in Greven, DE
The interiors of the bowls display a subtle optical patterning, particularly visible when viewed from above.
Glass
Murano Glass Flying Duck Figurine Attributed to Archimede Seguso
Located in Nottingham, GB
The heavy, polished lead crystal casing produces striking optical reflections when displayed on a desk, shelf, or window sill.
Glass
Sabino Opalescent Glass Cobra and Frog Miniature Figurine
Located in Nottingham, GB
The piece is pressed in French opalescent art glass, displaying the characteristic optical reaction to changing illumination.
Glass
Cenedese Murano Neodymium Glass Rabbit Attributed to Antonio Da Ros
Located in Nottingham, GB
Neodymium glass is noted for its distinctive optical characteristics, displaying a soft lilac or lavender-purple hue under natural daylight and shifting towards cooler blue or pale g...
Glass
Pair of Black and White Italian Art Glass Vase and Bowl, attr. to Renato Anatra
By Renato Anatra
Located in Barntrup, DE
The contrasting bands become increasingly delicate toward the center, forming a captivating optical effect. The accompanying vase displays a sculptural, elongated silhouette, rising...
Glass
Bohemian Hand-Cut Lead Crystal Decanter and Six Wine Glasses Set
Located in Nottingham, GB
Hand-blown from high-lead crystal containing over 24% lead oxide, each vessel displays exceptional optical clarity, crisp light dispersion, and substantial weight in the hand.
Crystal, Lead
Jean Gauthier & Le Fer Forgé Art Deco Opalescent Table Lamp, 1920
By Henri Fournet, Gauthier
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
The substantial glass shade features a stylized Art Deco pattern and displays the distinctive optical qualities of opalescent glass.
Wrought Iron
Rare Vintage Murano Alexandrite Glass Dog Figure, Italy
Located in Nottingham, GB
Crafted from neodymium, often referred to by collectors as alexandrite glass, it displays the remarkable optical phenomenon of colour change.
Art Glass
Vasa Velizar Mihich Acrylic Sphere Sculpture, Post-Modern Design, 1989
By Vasa Velizar Mihich
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The 5 1/2" diameter piece displays evolving optical effects from the blue, green, and orange acrylics when rotated and is in very good vintage condition; no base included.
Acrylic
Collector Serra do Cabral Quartz Plate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Collector Clear Quartz Plate Cluster Broad Multi-Terminated Crystal Landscape from Serra do Cabral (Diamantina, Brazil) ▫️ Description ▫️ With a broad, low-profile formation cover...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Vintage Iittala “Alvar Aalto” Freeform Glass Vase, Finland, Clear Art Glass
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in San Diego, CA
#5242 Executed in clear blown glass, the vase displays subtle optical distortion and gentle vertical pull lines from the molding process, highlighting its handcrafted origin.
Glass
AAA Water-Clear Lemurian Quartz Point from Diamantina, Brazil
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A piece where “perfection” truly applies, it displays top-tier, optical-grade clarity, with subtle natural flaws that add depth and individuality without compromising transparency.
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
$1,613Sale Price / set|20% Off
Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A striking and substantial example of British wartime optical engineering Crafted in brass, displaying bright golden tones throughout the draw tube and sun shade Single draw tube des...
Brass
Lucite Rod & Glass Coffee Table Attributed to Les Prismatiques, 1970s
By Les Prismatiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lucite components are clear, heavy, and well-crafted, displaying the optical clarity and refractive quality associated with Les Prismatiques’ work.
Fiberglass, Lucite
$324Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Cell Counting Slide, German, Glass, Hemacytometer, Franke and Heidecke
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A fascinating laboratory optical slide Displays a desirable aged patina Quality glass present in good order Presented in a sturdy carry case, dressed with small brass clasp Fou...
Glass
New Contemporary High-Low Textured Rug Inspired by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Dallas, TX
The contrasting colors are arranged in a manner that creates the effect of an optical illusion. Displaying a strong sense of dimensionality, the delineated lines generate an enigmati...
Wool
Labradorite Semi Precious Stone Box with Hinged Lid
Located in New York, NY
Labradorite semiprecious stone box with hinged lid. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.
Stone, Brass
Unavailable
H 38.98 in W 8.55 in D 6.38 in
Vega Modern Metal Wall Light with Glass Sphere Ex-Display Sale
By O&A London
Located in London, GB
O&A London's Vega wall light is lighting design at its most refined. Crafted to accurately capture the beauty of light, this stunningly beautiful piece adds modern aesthetics and sub...
Nickel
Unavailable
H 16.25 in W 21.25 in D 0.75 in
Pair 1972 Josef Albers Formulation Articulation Prints Harry Abrams Ives-Sillman
By Harry N. Abrams, Josef Albers
Located in Atlanta, GA
The images represent a gathering of over 4 decades of the artist's investigation into color, perception, and abstraction. The prints display the optical possibilities of color and de...
Paper
Flis by Diaphan Studio
Located in London, GB
When lit, the two cubes display optical illusions within themselves, thanks to the reflective surfaces and two-way mirrors they are made of.
Brass, Steel
Bushwick Lantern Chandlier Pendant
By Michael McHale Designs
Located in Long Island City, NY
- The Echo Dot uses colored LED lights while it is processing commands and because The Bushwick Lantern Smart Version houses the Dot behind a cube of optically-pure crystal, that...
Brass, Steel
Arts and Crafts Table Top Optical Display
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a rare and stunning optical display case. It only measures 8.5"x7"x19" but can be raised to 32" tall.
Oak
Large Labradorite Specimen
Located in New York, NY
Large polished labradorite specimen. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.
Stone
Sold
H 1.97 in Dm 1.97 in
Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Wonderful example of Regency optical instrument making Displaying a desirable aged patina Leather shows deep russet hues and attractive signs of use Presenting a clear, sharp opti...
Brass
Pair of Geometric Side Tables with Wood and Resin Marquetry
Located in Marbella, ES
A distinctive pair of side tables featuring a sculptural design, constructed with a polygonal structure and striking geometric marquetry in natural wood and white resin. Their surfac...
Wood
Sold
H 21.86 in W 7.29 in D 0.14 in
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, Lincoln of London, 1770
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Displays a desirable aged patina Offering a smooth draw action and easy focus Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's St...
Satinwood
Sold
H 15.95 in W 5.71 in D 0.99 in
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Displays a desirable aged patina and good consistent color Compact three draw telescope, easy to focus Supplied with a London fine oa...
Brass
Wolfgang Tillmans, "How Likely Is It", 2019
By Wolfgang Tillmans
Located in London, England
Ribbons of colour refract from the original material to display the subjective optical spectrum of the camera.
Paper
Sold
H 13.39 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in
Luigi Onesto Murano Art Glass Sculpture with Blue and Green Sommerso Decoration
Located in Milano, IT
The piece likely dates from the **1970s**, a period in which Murano glassmakers explored bold sculptural forms, strong colors and refined optical effects. Perfect for display on a c...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Round Optical Fresnel Lens in Borosilicate Glass on Display Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
A round Fresnel lens, originally intended for studio lighting, in borosilicate glass; the lens, with optical rings, is artfully displayed on a black metal stand.
Metal
Labradorite Coasters, Set of 4
Located in New York, NY
Set of four labradorite beverage coasters. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.
Stone
Giant rare French binocular window display
Located in New York, NY
They were used as a window display for an optical shop in Paris
Steel
French Art Nouveau Brown Sarreguemines Cristalline Ceramic Pot Vase
By Sarreguemines
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
It is in varying shades of brown and beige and display an amazingly optical effect of seemingly concentric circular patterns, ever shifting as the pot is moved around in the hands.
Ceramic
$190
H 8.75 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Post-Modern Polish Art Glass Double Bubble Ball Bud Vase by Studio Nova
By Studio Nova By Sommerhuber
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautiful post-modern double orb bowl bud vase from Studio Nova Poland in heavy gleaming lead crystal. The mouth is cut on a blunt edge, which gives this curvy piece some seriou...
Crystal
$31,238
H 78.75 in W 18.51 in D 28.75 in
1970's Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod
By Nikon
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
An iconic piece of Japanese military-grade optics, this pair of Nikon 20×120 binocular telescopes represents one of the most highly regarded large-format observation instruments of t...
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze
$35,865Sale Price|25% Off
H 64.97 in W 18.51 in D 35.44 in
Cold War 20x120 Naval Binoculars with Illumination Control, Japan 1984
By Kowa
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Naval Binoculars by Tokyo Optical Company with 20 x 120 magnification which were an official issue for the Japan Defence Agency, manufactured in October 1984, supplied via Yonei Shot...
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze
$17,503
H 59.06 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
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 aluminium tripod. The marine binocu...
Aluminum, Brass
$35,349
H 59.06 in W 14.18 in D 19.69 in
Cold War Japanese Defence Agency 15x80 Binoculars with Illumination Control
By Kowa
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Japanese Type 65 Naval Binoculars (1984) by Tokyo Optical Co. – With Full Illumination Controls This outstanding set of Type 65 8cm twin-eye naval binoculars, manufactured by Tokyo O...
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze
Italian Murano Glass Studio Art Vase, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage studio art Murano glass vase, Italy 1960s.
Murano Glass
$8,250
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 17.72 in
USSR Cold War Era 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972.
Located in Canterbury, England
A superb set of Russian 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972, manufactured during the Cold War period and originally issued to Soviet forces with outstanding opt...
Aluminum, Brass
$9,213
H 51.19 in W 13 in D 18.9 in
Emil Busch German WW2 era 10 x 80 Binoculars, Superb Optics, Restored/Polished.
Located in Canterbury, England
German WW2 era 10 x 80 Binoculars: These Emil Busch Binoculars were primarily used by Luftwaffe Flak Artillery ground crews for spotting and identifying enemy aircraft and directing ...
Wood
$30,275
H 80.71 in W 23.63 in D 31.11 in
WWII Japanese 20x120 Big Eye Military Binoculars by Tokyo Optical Company
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
An exceptional pair of WWII-era Japanese 20x120 “Big Eye” military binoculars, manufactured by the Tokyo Optical Company (TOKO) for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Originally designed a...
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze
19th c. Leather Wrapped German Alpenglas Binoculars
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique Alpenglas leather wrapped and brass binoculars manufactured in Germany. Clear lenses and smooth mechanics. "Alpenglas" stamped on both barrels. "Optiker Martin Koch" is...
Metal, Brass
Vintage, German, Leitz 10 x 80 Observation Binoculars
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Second world war 10 x 80 observation binoculars. A pair of German ex military observation binoculars with 45º incline eyepieces mounted onto an aluminium cradle and gimble. The whole...
Aluminum
Rosenthal Studio Linie Art Glass Vase Germany Mid-Century Modern
By Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
German Blown Glass large clear sculptural art glass vase Rosenthal Studio-Linie. Makers mark underneath. A-760-344
Blown Glass
$10,665
H 59.06 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
1940's WW2 Carl Zeiss BLC Flak 12x60 Anti Aircraft Binoculars
By Carl Zeiss
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Carl Zeiss blc Flak 12 x 60 binoculars. A beautiful set of WW2 binoculars in excellent condition made in Germany during World War 2. These were designed to be used in conjunction wi...
Aluminum
Marchand Paris WW1 French Field Glasses or Binoculars
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking pair of World War I binoculars by Marchand, Paris, beautifully patinated and fully functional. These historic pieces retain their original charm, including the delicate co...
Metal, Brass
$730Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.96 in Dm 4.93 in
Flavio Poli Murano Red yellow Sommerso Diamond Faceted Art Glass Bowl Ashtray
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flavio Poli Sommerso red and yellow diamond shaped faceted Murano glass bowl. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso, Italy, 1950s. This Midcentury Modern vibrant red Murano glass bowl...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
$242Sale Price|54% Off
H 2.37 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Murano Glass Faceted Sommerso Bowl in Pink and Yellow, Italy, 1960s
By Mandruzzato, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Glasgow, GB
A finely crafted Murano glass bowl, produced in the 1960s on the Venetian island of Murano, long celebrated for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. This sculptural piece exempli...
Murano Glass
African American Pine Burr Quilt
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Exceptional African American pine burr quilt. All hand quilted and pieced. Found in Selma, Alabama. Fantastic color placement and design. These quilts were made with leftover fabric ...
Textile
$495Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.66 in W 4.34 in D 2.56 in
Alessandro Mandruzzato Murano Glass Bowl, Pink Sommerso, 1980s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Glasgow, GB
A striking example of late 20th-century Venetian glass, this rectangular Murano glass bowl is attributed to the work of renowned glass maestro Alessandro Mandruzzato and dates to the...
Murano Glass
$746
H 2.56 in W 3.08 in D 3.04 in
Murano green Glass Sommerso Block Cube Ashtray Element Flavio Poli, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass ash tray Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designed by Flavio Poli and ...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Red & Yellow, 1960s Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous red and yellow ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condit...
Murano Glass
$480
H 3.93 in W 4.33 in D 4.33 in
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Table Lighter, Italy, 1960s Design
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960 Stunning table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy. The item is in excellent condition and it works perfectly. Dimension: diam 4,33 x 3,93...
Murano Glass
$744
H 3.94 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
1.4kg Murano Glass Faceted "diamond" Sommerso Bowl by Flavio Poli, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass bowl element, ash tray was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Ital...
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Ashtray by Flavio Poli, Red and Blue, Italy, 1960s Design
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing red and blue ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli in Murano Glass. Made in Italy. It's a sculpture The item is in excellent condition Dimensions: Diameter 5,11" x 3,34" hei...
Murano Glass
Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
By Émile Louis Picault
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
Bronze
Red Murano Glass Ashtray by Flavio Poli, 1960s Italian Design
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing Red Ashtray or Vide Poche Rare By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Glass. It's a sculpture The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: 4,72 diameter x 2,36 H inc...
Murano Glass
Salvador Dalí Birdman Surrealist Bronze Sculpture 79/99
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Brescia, IT
"Birdman" Salvador Dalí Visual Art 2004 Bronze with Green Patina Exemplar 79/99 Dalí Signed on the back. Excellent Condiction
Bronze
$344Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.54 in Dm 4.33 in
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Red and Yellow, 1960s Design, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous red and yellow ashtray or catch-all by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso Glass. Made in Italy It seems a diamond The item is in excellent condition. Dimension...
Murano Glass
Zaha Hadid Design - Plex Vessel, Set of 2 - olive
By Zaha Hadid
Located in LONDON, GB
Plex Vessel - multi-use object in crystal glass - composed of two stackable parts in a frosted and polished finish. Conceived as a multipurpose object, Plex is composed of two stack...
Crystal
Antique Cast Bronze 9" Dante Dantes Alighieri Bust Sculpture Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Bronze 9" Dante Dantes Alighieri Bust Sculpture Statue. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 11" W x 6" D.
Bronze
$605Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.15 in W 7.49 in D 8.27 in
Murano Sommerso Red Glass Gold Leaf Bowl by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Italy, 1960
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in London, GB
Glass bowl in leaf shape by Flavio Poli for Seguso 1960's in deep red and gold overleaf has pin hole air bubbles underneat The bowl is hand blown, known as Venetian Sommerso, made in...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$3,500
H 27.5 in W 39.3 in D 0.1 in
Haiti, Mani-Cartes Postales Series, Contemporary Archival Print, Ed. 6
By Uwe Ommer
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This series of photographs were taken for a European calendar. The idea was to create postcards with several countries on different continents, in the images the artist decided to cl...
Archival Pigment, Color
$689
H 3.31 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Murano Glass Sommerso Block "RED"Cube Ashtray Element Flavio Poli, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass ash tray Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designe...
Murano Glass