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Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

HOLLYWOOD REGENCY STYLE

The California-born style of Hollywood Regency, also known as Regency Moderne, emerged during the Golden Era of cinema from the 1920s to the ’50s. Decadent and bold, vintage Hollywood Regency furniture and interiors playfully mix colors like jewel tones and hot pinks with lacquered walls, gilded accents, mirrored surfaces and metallic finishes for maximalist spaces.

Although it involved elements of the coinciding Art Deco movement, such as a preference for clean lines, Hollywood Regency was much more opulent, inspired by glamorous movie stars and the lavish set designs for films being made in Tinseltown. Furniture designers associated with the style embraced an eclectic range of influences, including throwbacks to previous styles of grandeur, such as Rococo, neoclassical and chinoiserie, as well as materials, from bamboo dining chairs to lucite bar carts to sunburst mirrors made from gilded resin. Hollywood Regency end tables, floor lamps, chandeliers and other pieces tended to be small-scale, fitting into an overall design rather than serving as a focal point.

Interior decorator Dorothy Draper led the shaping of the Hollywood Regency style and also designed iconic pieces like the España chest, which was manufactured by Henredon. Virginia native William “Billy” Haines, a furniture designer who started as an actor, contrasted hand-painted wallpaper with Chinese ceramics and Chippendale chairs, while architect John Elgin Woolf imbued his Beverly Hills designs with theatrical details. Paul Revere Williams, a trailblazing African-American architect, was pivotal in defining the look through his commercial projects, such as the 1940s Beverly Hills Hotel and bespoke homes that mixed everything from Louis XV paneling to Georgian architecture.

Find a collection of vintage Hollywood Regency bedroom furniture, tables, seating and other pieces on 1stDibs.

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Style: Hollywood Regency
Large 12.5"H  White Staghorn Table Coral Sculpture on Custom Iron & Lucite Base
Large 12.5"H  White Staghorn Table Coral Sculpture on Custom Iron & Lucite Base

Large 12.5"H White Staghorn Table Coral Sculpture on Custom Iron & Lucite Base

Located in Euless, TX

Beautiful Medium/ large all natural white Staghorn coral speciman on a custom 1" thick lucite base. The custom pedestal is made here in our studio and ready to ship!

Category

20th Century Solomon Islands Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Iron

Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell
Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell

Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful hand carved cameo on conch shell made in Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition and measures 5" W x 3.5" D x 3.25" H. #4843

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Massive Faux Sculptural Giant South Pacific Clam Shell / Planter
Massive Faux Sculptural Giant South Pacific Clam Shell / Planter

Massive Faux Sculptural Giant South Pacific Clam Shell / Planter

Located in San Diego, CA

A massive faux sculptural giant south Pacific Ocean clam shell (Tridacna gigas), circa 1990s. This piece is in very good condition and measures 28"W x 20.25"D x 15"H; it would make a...

Category

Late 20th Century Asian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Plastic

Large Natural White Tabletop Coral Reef Specimen Sculpture
Large Natural White Tabletop Coral Reef Specimen Sculpture

Large Natural White Tabletop Coral Reef Specimen Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

Large Natural White Tabletop Coral Reef Specimen Sculpture, circa 1970s. A striking, all-natural white coral specimen featuring a rare, architectural form with dense, upward-reaching...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Cornucopia of Nautilus Shell and Lizard Object d’Art
Cornucopia of Nautilus Shell and Lizard Object d’Art

Cornucopia of Nautilus Shell and Lizard Object d’Art

By Maitland Smith

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Cornucopia of nautilus shell and lizard mounted on bronze tree in the style of Tony Duqette attributed to Maitland Smith. Lizard has a beautiful tessellated panshell detail on the ba...

Category

1980s Philippine Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Bronze

Fossilized Organic Natural Red Sea Coral Specimen / Sculpture
Fossilized Organic Natural Red Sea Coral Specimen / Sculpture

Fossilized Organic Natural Red Sea Coral Specimen / Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare fossilized organic natural red sea coral specimen, circa 1930s. The piece is in great condition and measures 2.75"W x 1.75"D x 6.5"H. Gorgeous and rare! #4355

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Huge Stunning "Flower" Coral Sculpture on Custom  base Ready to Ship!  **Real**
Huge Stunning "Flower" Coral Sculpture on Custom  base Ready to Ship!  **Real**

Huge Stunning "Flower" Coral Sculpture on Custom base Ready to Ship! **Real**

Located in Euless, TX

Beautiful real white coral speciman on a custom 1" thick lucite base. This coral is carefully drilled in our studio and displayed on a patinaed iron rod which is sealed to retain the...

Category

20th Century Solomon Islands Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Iron

Vintage Coastal Palecek Metal Grand Coral Fan Sculpture
Vintage Coastal Palecek Metal Grand Coral Fan Sculpture

Vintage Coastal Palecek Metal Grand Coral Fan Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This spectacular decorative sculpture captures the intricate beauty of deep-sea coral fan formations in a striking, vibrant medium. Crafted from metal or resin and finished in a bold...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Metal

Large Italian Gilt Iron Floral Wall Sconce
Large Italian Gilt Iron Floral Wall Sconce

Large Italian Gilt Iron Floral Wall Sconce

Located in Redding, CT

Large Italian gilt iron floral wall sconce. Adorned with five elaborate tiger Lilly flowers. This unique sconce adds texture and depth to any w...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Monumental Pear
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Monumental Pear

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Monumental Pear

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your home with a vibrant pop of color and sculptural charm with this monumental vintage glazed ceramic pear. Boasting a luscious, high-gloss yellow finish, this captivating fr...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Plaster Faux Clam Shell
Mid Century Plaster Faux Clam Shell

Mid Century Plaster Faux Clam Shell

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Plaster Faux Clam Shell. Offered vintage plaster faux clam shell can be used as a planter or decorative table accessory. Unique!

Category

20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Plaster

Large Organic Sculptural Tongue Coral (Herpolitha Limax) Specimen
Large Organic Sculptural Tongue Coral (Herpolitha Limax) Specimen

Large Organic Sculptural Tongue Coral (Herpolitha Limax) Specimen

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful large organic sculptural tongue coral (Herpolitha Limax) specimen, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 15"W x 4.5"D x 3"H. Gorgeous decorative ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Gold and Turquoise Ring
Gold and Turquoise Ring

Gold and Turquoise Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in North Miami, FL

18 K Yellow gold and turquoise Diamond accent ring. Weigh 11.3 grams. Size 5.5 ring. Normal wear.

Category

1970s American Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Gold

Organic Modernist Sculptural Clam Shell on Lucite Base Sculpture
Organic Modernist Sculptural Clam Shell on Lucite Base Sculpture

Organic Modernist Sculptural Clam Shell on Lucite Base Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful organic sculptural clam shell on a solid Lucite base. This piece is glamorous and Classic. The oval base beautifully displays the ultra polished shell...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Lucite

Pair of Organic Sculptural Clam Shells on Lucite Stands
Pair of Organic Sculptural Clam Shells on Lucite Stands

Pair of Organic Sculptural Clam Shells on Lucite Stands

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful pair of organic sculptural clam shells on Lucite stands, circa 1980s. The pair are in very good condition and measures 9.5"W x 3"D ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Lucite

1970’s Capiz Shell Flower Display
1970’s Capiz Shell Flower Display

1970’s Capiz Shell Flower Display

Located in Charleston, SC

I really do love these capiz faux flower arrangements. You usually find these hand crafted displays in a shell being used as the vase. But thi...

Category

1970s American Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

French Brown Marble Classic Obelisk
French Brown Marble Classic Obelisk

French Brown Marble Classic Obelisk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous French Brown Marble Classical Obelisk. Beautiful details and Classical French Form. Add some French Chic and Hollywood Regency Glam to your Design Project

Category

1950s French Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fruit Topiary
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fruit Topiary

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fruit Topiary

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This magnificent vintage Italian majolica fruit topiary is a quintessential example of artisanal Mediterranean craftsmanship and high-gloss glam...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Coral Branch
Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Coral Branch

Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Coral Branch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional vintage Italian scagliola sculpture is a masterclass in traditional craftsmanship and classical elegance. Rendered in pigmented plaster using centuries-old technique...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Vintage Italian Glass Egg After Murano
Vintage Italian Glass Egg After Murano

Vintage Italian Glass Egg After Murano

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage art glass egg, crafted in the refined tradition of Italian Murano glassmaking, is a luminous jewel of Mid-Century decor. The piece expertly utilizes the bullic...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass

Vintage Punch Cut Tole Palm Trees - A Pair
Vintage Punch Cut Tole Palm Trees - A Pair

Vintage Punch Cut Tole Palm Trees - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking pair of vintage palm tree sculptures is a masterful expression of Hollywood Regency flair and artisanal metalwork. Hand-crafted from punch-cut tole, each tree features ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Paint

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Bell Peppers
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Bell Peppers

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Bell Peppers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This charming set of two vintage Italian majolica bell peppers is a masterful example of trompe l’oeil ceramic artistry. Hand-crafted in Italy, these decorative vegetables feature vi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Natural Calcite Stalagmite Sculpture with Translucent Organic Form
Natural Calcite Stalagmite Sculpture with Translucent Organic Form

Natural Calcite Stalagmite Sculpture with Translucent Organic Form

Located in West Palm Beach, US

Natural Calcite Stalagmite Sculpture with Translucent Organic Form ⸻ Description This striking sculptural object is a naturally formed calcite stalagmite, shaped over time by slow...

Category

15th Century and Earlier American Antique Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Quartz

Textured macrame wall hanging, Spain, 1970s
Textured macrame wall hanging, Spain, 1970s

Textured macrame wall hanging, Spain, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb macramé wall tapestry made in Spain in the 1970s. Large format. Handmade tapestry composed of different textures and materials creating unique patterns and reliefs. All the ro...

Category

1970s Spanish Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Massive Italian Art Glass Apple by Murano Glass
Massive Italian Art Glass Apple by Murano Glass

Massive Italian Art Glass Apple by Murano Glass

By Bonetti

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful massive Italian art glass apple by Murano Glass, circa 1998. Stunning fluorite green color with sparkles of gold; the piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Blown Glass

Coquina Obelisk Large Scale
Coquina Obelisk Large Scale

Coquina Obelisk Large Scale

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous Coquina Obelisk in Large Scale . old Palm Beach Style made from Coquina with sea inclusion in the stone. Add some Hollywood Regency Style to your Design Project. Older repai...

Category

1960s American Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Vintage Polished Metal Jalapeño Peppers - A Pair
Vintage Polished Metal Jalapeño Peppers - A Pair

Vintage Polished Metal Jalapeño Peppers - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These vintage polished cast metal jalapeño peppers are a vibrant example of Hollywood Regency decorative flair, offering a playful yet sophisticated twist on classic still-life decor...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Aluminum

Tessellated Bone Faux Tusks
Tessellated Bone Faux Tusks

Tessellated Bone Faux Tusks

$937Sale Price / item|25% Off

Tessellated Bone Faux Tusks

By Tony Duquette

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Tessellated bone faux tusks in the style of Anthony Redmile.

Category

1980s Philippine Vintage Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

Vintage Monumental Plaster Over Resin Conch Shell
Vintage Monumental Plaster Over Resin Conch Shell

Vintage Monumental Plaster Over Resin Conch Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bring a sense of coastal grandeur to your interior with this monumental decorative conch shell. Expertly crafted with a hand-applied plaster finish over a sturdy resin core, this ove...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Turnip
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Turnip

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Turnip

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage Italian majolica turnip is a masterclass in trompe l’oeil ceramic artistry, designed to capture the organic beauty of a garden-fresh harvest. Hand-painted with...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Monumental Glazed Ceramic Pineapple
Vintage Monumental Glazed Ceramic Pineapple

Vintage Monumental Glazed Ceramic Pineapple

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Make a bold statement with this vintage monumental glazed pineapple, a striking decorative piece perfect for adding a touch of tropical charm to any space. This ceramic sculpture features intricate detailing, from the textured golden-yellow body to the glossy green leaves, capturing the essence of a real pineapple with a refined, artistic touch. The vibrant glaze enhances its rich hues, making it a standout piece for Hollywood Regency, coastal, or eclectic interiors. Whether displayed as a table centerpiece, on a kitchen counter, or in a bar area, this unique pineapple exudes warmth and sophistication. In excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age, this ceramic pineapple...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Polished Metal Eggplant
Vintage Polished Metal Eggplant

Vintage Polished Metal Eggplant

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This whimsical set of three vintage decorative eggplants brings a touch of high-glamour Hollywood Regency flair to any curated space. Cast in a robust metal with a lustrous, silver-t...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Eggplant
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Eggplant

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Eggplant

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage Italian majolica eggplant is a masterful example of the trompe l’oeil tradition in European ceramic art. Expertly handcrafted in Italy, the piece captures the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Metal Roses Wall Sculpture
Vintage Boho Metal Roses Wall Sculpture

Vintage Boho Metal Roses Wall Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Transform your wall into a blooming garden with this spectacular monumental vintage metal floral sculpture. Spanning nearly four feet in width, this dramatic piece features two overs...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pears - Set of 2
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pears - Set of 2

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pears - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Introduce a delightful splash of color and whimsical charm with this charming set of two vintage glazed ceramic pears. Each pear boasts a vibrant, high-gloss yellow finish that captu...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Persimmons - Set of 2
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Persimmons - Set of 2

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Persimmons - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite set of two vintage Italian majolica persimmons is a delightful example of the trompe l’oeil tradition in European ceramic art. Expertly handcrafted in Italy, these dec...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Italian Glazed Ceramic Fennel
Vintage Boho Italian Glazed Ceramic Fennel

Vintage Boho Italian Glazed Ceramic Fennel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage Italian majolica fennel bulb is an exquisite piece of trompe l’oeil ceramic art, expertly handcrafted to replicate the organic form of the garden vegetable. The sculptur...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Hollywood Regency natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Hollywood Regency natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage natural specimens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with shell, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Hollywood Regency natural specimens made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original natural specimens, popular names associated with this style include Christopher Kreiling Studio, Claude Victor Boeltz, Oskar Hansen, and Virginia Metalcrafters. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for natural specimens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $135 and tops out at $5,489 while the average work can sell for $628.