Just because it doesn't look nice when you find it, doesn't mean it won't clean up with a bit of brass cleaner. I found each of these brass beauties in different op shops, but I never intended on specifically looking out for these sorts of whimsies. I really love how they look elegant and vintage at the same time!
Brass vase, $1 and made in Italy. Before cleaning....
After cleaning.
Brass napkin (or serviette) holder, $2.
Brass candle holder $3
Brass frames, $1 for the round, $2 each for the square ones.. and made in Italy.