1940s Wall Decorations

French blue & white Faience rustic oyster plate Moustiers style, circa 1940.

Mid-Century Large Pair of Tole & Crystal Leaves and Flowers Sconces. In the style of Bagues. Blue Crystal Flowers and gold leaves tole. H / 23.5 inches. W / 14.5 inches.    

1928 Italian hand carved and painted oversized winged angel wall sculpture

Richly executed in a deep palette of green, red and black, this striking portrait of a male youth in a yellow plaid swimsuit was painted at the end of World War II by Paul Cocagne, o...

Lucien Coutaud “Orphée et les Muses” Tapestry, Pinton Felletin, French Surrealist Textile Art, 1942 Monumental and museum-caliber hand-woven wool tapestry by Lucien Coutaud, titled ...

Majolica Portuguese Palissy lobster platter, circa 1940. A large red lobster who lay down on a blue/green background , ursin , shells , seaweeds and ...

This vintage French jacquard tapestry, probably crafted in the 1940s in the Aubusson style, showcases a richly detailed hunting scene. Woven in Halluin, a region renowned for its tex...

Large Antique Chinese fan Painted Entirely by Hand 1940 China Ducks Flower.

Original British Front of house still for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 1937. This piece would have been used to advertise the film inside the cinema foyer. This piece was created...

Charming 1940s tropical scenic print featuring two elegant flamingos wading and drinking along a serene coastal shoreline, surrounded by palm trees and lush foliage. Designed by Bill...

Decorative Mid-century Chinese Fan in Paper Decorated Painted Wooden Structure. Decoration on gold leaf, plants. very stylish.

This exceptional original American Regionalist watercolor and gouache mural study perfectly encapsulates the optimistic "Progress and Industry" design spirit of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) era. Masterfully executed by acclaimed St. Louis muralist and WPA artist Michael Chomyk (1911–1993), the composition vividly chronicles the evolution of mid-century American infrastructure, transportation, and trade. The panoramic scene dynamically bridges two distinct worlds: a quiet, rural farm landscape complete with a traditional red barn and silos, and a bustling symbol of modern progress. Cutting through the countryside is a sleek, aerodynamic streamlined rail train, while a classic multi-engine propeller plane slices through the sky above. Both elements of transportation guide the viewer's eye toward a towering, geometric Art Deco NYC...

A large surrealist oil on canvas titled 'Dream World' signed 'RJ Wendell' for Raymond John Wendell (1917-2005), and dated 48 lower left. This particular work was featured in life Ma...

Original British film poster from (1949) drama ,romance starring Olivia de Havilland and Montgomery Clift. This film was directed by William Wyler This poster would have been used ou...

Handsome richly rendered pair of vintage hunt scenes depicting men in period red jackets on white horses galloping through the landscape with their hound dogs. Framed beautifully in...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

1940s Art Deco period , plate rack or kitchen shelf , dresser with 5 drawers, all solid pine polished with wax. Excellent patina Measures cm: H 50, W 1...

Wall shelf/bracket featuring carved and hand painted details (ca. 1940s/1950s, Morocco). Attractive geometric and floral patterns in green, gold, pink, beige, off-white, light blue, ...

Crafted around 1940, the Rare 20th Century Zuber Four Panel Wallpaper Paravent is a masterpiece of artistic and decorative ingenuity. Each panel is ...

Original vintage travel advertising poster featuring a pictorial map of Oxford with the title on a blue ribbon - Oxford 'So venerable, so serene, whisper...

1-128 large Italian frames with elaborate cast detailing. Overall size 40 x 34 x 1" Inside rabbit 30 x 24"  

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Mid-20th century black dance mask, Guerrero, Mexico A nice old mask from Guererro, Mexico, used in the Tlacololero Dance of the Tlactapa and probably fr...

French Leather double wall hooks in the style of Jacques Adnet Beautiful equestrian and hunting wall storage Saddle leather double tongue hooks on ag...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

1868 Oversized hand crafted willow wall shelves 2 pieces available Priced individually

Selection of still life oil on canvas paintings by Philip Bornarth, American, circa 1940s. Philip Bornarth was born in Chicago, IL in 1929. He attended the Art Institute of Chicago a...

Chinese vintage embroidery silk on silk of phoenix birds on a brunch with signed inscription, in a bamboo like profiled frame.

Original vintage travel poster for Holland featuring colourful design by Jan Wijga (1902-1978) depicting a lady wearing the red, white and blue stripes of the flag on her swimsuit di...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Presented is an original WWII Navy Recruitment poster, issued on January 13, 1943. The recruitment poster depicts a young woman in a U.S. Navy uniform, saluting. The top text reads, ...

Original vintage travel advertising poster in French - Pour vos vacances Sud Tirol Italie Dolomites / For your holidays South Tyrol Italy Dolomites - mountain range located in north eastern Italy. Colourful illustration by Franz Lenhart (1898-1992) depicting a pair of glasses next to a pot of alpine country flowers...

Clearly showing the influence of modern dance, William Blake and early 19th century Classicism, Art Deco stylization and Surrealism, this remarkable, brilliantly hued painting by Mil...

Original vintage World War Two home front propaganda poster - Great Americans don't take time off when our country needs so much so soon - featuring a man and a lady wearing goggles ...

A 10-piece stackable shelving unit, design Aino Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s. Stained birch. Glass doors. Good vintage condition, patina c...

Highly important both artistically and historically, this high style Art Deco bronze panel, full of symbolism and patriotic fervor, was commissio...

Original vintage educational poster by the notable British cartoonist and illustrator Fougasse (Cyril Kenneth Bird; 1887-1965) promoting the respect and care of animals featuring a fun illustration of a large angry bird looking at a startled person in a bird's nest on a tree with his hat flying up, the bold advice on the side - When you find a bird's nest, don't touch, don't stay long, don't go often. How would you like it yourself? - and information below - Notes and posters regarding Britain's wildlife and domestic animals and birds are available from UFAW (Universities Federation for Animal Welfare), 230 High Street, Potters Bar...

Mid-century French Faience oyster plate signed Quimper.

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Wood Frames

This exquisite handmade Japanese abacus, crafted circa 1940, is a stunning representation of traditional craftsmanship from the early 20th century. Known as a "soroban" in Japan, thi...

Antique Chinese mountaneerous landscape painting, large impressive, 35” by 59”, framed in wooden frame under glass. Watercolor with ink and gouache on paper.

GREECE - ISLAND OF HYDRA Authentic original vintage Greek travel poster Artist: J. Moglyns Condition: A/A- Dimensions: 23.2 x 32 in. / 59 x 81.3 c...

Marc Chagall Color Cliché Editions du Chêne 1947 Framed Enter the enchanting world of Marc Chagall with this beautifully crafted color cliché, published by Editions du Chêne in ...

A framed lithographic plate from the 1948 Swedish, numbered limited edition portfolio of only 200 “Ceramiques de Picasso” by Albert Skira, framed, with the die-cut, gloss coloured l...

This is an original World War II Marines recruitment poster, issued in 1940. The poster depicts a no-nonsense Marine drill instructor, pointing directly at the viewer, in front of a ...

Impressive landscape painting executed in oil on canvas. The work depicts a wide and atmospheric landscape with vibrant colors. The old paint is somewhat worn and shows decorative cr...

Pair of early examples of Tommi Parzinger silkscreened prints, signed in pencil, original frames, frames 17" diameter, art 14" diameter.

A brilliant and lively depiction of a crowded cafe scene in 1945, this painting by Adalie Margules Brent depicts a slice of Black America at the end of World War II, probably in New Orleans, complete with a waiter, fashionably dressed men and women and wafts of cigarette smoke...

Original vintage planisphere travel route map poster promoting Air France the global air network of the French national airline carrier. Design by Lucien Boucher (1889-1971) featurin...

This stunning example of Art Deco painting illustrates the dramatic moment when the hunter Actaeon, having seen the nude Diana in her bath, is meeting his death. Here Actaeon himself is fully nude, and is being transformed into a deer as he is being pursued by Diana's avengers. The classic myth...

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Romantic pair of horizontal framed wedgewood figural art in gorgeous color green with cream maidens with wonderful poses. The framing while aged compliments the art having gold velv...

The lithographic print is titled "Le Taureau Noir" (The Black Bull) by Picasso on April 20, 1947. The lithograph is signed in print "Picasso" at the lower left-hand corner and is dat...

Product description:  Piet Hein was a polymath from Copenhagen, he was a mathmatician, poet, designer, writer and inventor. During the second world war he joined the resistance in D...

Exquisite work American folk art tiny shells arrangement of Sailors Valentines with central cameo.

Original vintage World War Two home front propaganda poster - Defense Needs Rubber Save Your Tires - featuring a military artillery gun and transport vehicles moving on heavy duty ru...

Whimsical scissors open and close as real scissors do, excellent rustic piece for the light at heart design. Can be mounted on a wall or just standing against a wall (as shown here).

c1940's Pair French Gilt & Patinated Bronze "Shelf Supports". Opposing Bronze Hands/ Fists Hold Up the shelf. That is how it is supposed to look. I myself do not know exactly how the...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Pair of Hollywood Regency style plaster on wood wall candle sconces from the 1940's. Fully formed, dimensional motifs of fruit and flowers hang from ribbon bow motifs. Plaster molded...