30 vintage treasures from around the world (31 photos)

Fashion is timeless, and some styles from the past continue to captivate our hearts. Whether it's an exquisite lace-trimmed dress, a strand of pearls, or intricately embroidered gloves, the elegance of the past never fails to inspire. This collection brings together fashion, jewelry, decor, and photography from various eras—from 1101 to 1960. Each photograph transports you to a different time, filled with vitality, romance, and craftsmanship.





1. Heinrich Gogarten, "Sunset over a Winter Forest" (1881)



Heinrich Gogarten (1850-1911) was a 19th-century German landscape painter, famous for his winter landscapes. He was born in Linz am Rhein and studied at the Düsseldorf Academy of Arts under the renowned Oswald Achenbach. Most of his works are now held in private collections.

2. Poseidon Vase, created by René Lalique in 1910





3. Peacock Vase, Tiffany Studios, 1914



4. Jade figurine of a turtle, India, Mughal, Allahabad, early 17th century century



5. Dress, dating from around 1870. Possibly made in North Dakota, USA.



Culture: Lakota/Teton Sioux, Native Americans. Material: tanned leather, glass beads

6. Art Deco perfume bottle designed by René Lalique in the 1920s



7. Queen Alexandra's ball gown. Created by French designer Henriette Favre in 1906.



8. Late 19th Century Walking Stick



Ivory handle. The silver ring is engraved with the words "Birmingham, 1896."

9. Tussi-mussi is a bouquet holder adorned with precious stones.



Empress Eugénie of France presented Queen Victoria with this unique piece during her state visit in August 1855.

The holder is made of precious stones—diamonds, rubies, and pearls. It is decorated with an elegant openwork pattern of gold and silver. The centerpiece is covered with light blue enamel and decorated with a Celtic knot.

10. Silk dress, mid-1850s



11. "Cat Couturier," Tsuguharu Fujita, 1927



12. Delivery van from Holland Coachcraft, Govan, Scotland, 1930s Years



13. Diamond Tiara and Necklace, 1880s



The tiara can be converted into a necklace. 376 diamonds, totaling approximately 32 carats. The largest stone, located in the center, weighs approximately 1.6 carats.

14. Lune De Miel perfume by Depinoix, 1926



15. Silver cigarette case with gilding and cloisonné enamel, Moscow, circa 1890



The surface is decorated with enamel with an elegant pattern of foliage and flowers. The color palette includes shades of pink, teal, yellow, and translucent green on a matte white background. The entire composition is framed by a blue border, executed in a similar style. At the center of the composition is a ruby ​​inlay engraved with the artist's initials.

16. "Hummingbird" aigrette, Chaumet, 1880



17. Embroidered handkerchief, 19th century, Switzerland



18. Christmas tree decoration, Czech Republic, 1900 year



Jablonec nad Nisou is famous for its long history of glassmaking, dating back to the 8th and 9th centuries. German settlers established glassworks here around 1550, and by the 19th and 20th centuries, the town had become a leading global supplier of glass beads and other products.

19. A pair of Italian children's shoes, dating from approximately 1675-1725



20. Vintage Mercury Glass Christmas Tree Toppers



The history of these glass ornaments dates back to 1847 in Lauscha, Germany. These fragile pieces are often passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms.

21. Beaded Velvet Dress, France, 1920



Bright fuchsia, decorated with stylized fan-shaped black and silver beads, as well as silver balls.

22. Wooden doll with clothes, England, 1770



23. Art Nouveau ring with pearls, gold, and enamel. René Lalique, circa 1900



24. Illustrations by Australian artist Ida Rentoul Outhwaite (1888-1960)



Outhwaite created her works primarily using pen and ink and watercolor. Her first illustration was published in New Idea magazine in 1903, when she was only 15 years old. It accompanied a story written by her older sister, Annie Rattray Rentoul. Over the following years, the sisters co-wrote several more stories.

25. Brocade dress, late 1870s – early 1880s



26. Necklace and pendant in their original gift box, late 19th century



Made of 15-karat gold and set with imperial pink and cerulean topazes, these pieces were made by Mallett Goldsmiths of Bath, now known as Mallett Antiques. The jewelry house has galleries in London and New York.

27. Pipe with carved figures of Friedrich (Emperor of Germany from 1888) and his wife, 1880-1890, Austria or England



28. Wine glass from Venice. Possibly made by Salviati & C., 1895



29. "Christmas Tree Decorated with Garlands" - Rudolf Bernhard Willmann (1868–1919)



30. Inkwell with Apollo and the Muses, 1584. The Patanazzi Family Workshop



This exquisite writing set is a tribute to poetry and a convenient storage space for creative tools. Its design is inspired by ancient Roman art, and the lids of the drawers and removable containers depict gods and muses alongside great poets. Inkwells and a sandbox for drying text add functionality. The interior compartments are decorated with symbols of their contents, such as scissors and quills.