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Antique Indonesian Madurese Javanese Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Carved Wood Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique Indonesian floral hand-carved wooden wedding chest.
Hand-crafted in Indonesia in the early 20th century, likely the island of Madura or Java, this distinctive ch...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Japanese Buddhist Ink
Color On Silk Painting Amida Triad Buddha
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful framed antique Japanese School ink and color painting on silk, 19th century, finely detailed and richly colored, depicting Amida Triad, with two Bodhisattva attendants worshipping Buddha, on a gilt arabesque mat, in a black frame.
Provenance / Acquisition:
A Private Dallas Collector
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas, Texas. Summer Fine Arts and Antiques catalog.
Owned and curated by Reyne Hirsch, a notable media personality and expert in 20th century decorative arts. She's was a top appraiser for Antiques Roadshow...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Metallic Thread
Antique French Provincial Louis XV Style Painted Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning French Provincial crème painted chest of drawers commode with beautifully aged original patina and interesting provenance!
Exquisitely hand-crafted in France in the late 18th / early 19th century, exceptionally executed in elegant, sophisticated and luxurious King Louis 15th taste, topped with the original rouge red Pyrenees marble top with striking white veining, serpentine-shaped front and molded edge, over a conforming solid wood case fitted with a secret hidden storage compartment and four dovetailed drawers, each with ornate gilt-bronze handles and escutcheons. When you remove the top left drawer, the center panel with faux escutcheon can slide over and reveal a concealed wooden drawer for valuables.
Elegantly decorated, the drawer fronts and rounded corner posts adorned with subtle carvings, paneled sides, scalloped apron with hand carved Rocaille shell and scroll motif, rising on short cabriole legs. In the original cream paint finish with distressed chippy paint patina perfection!
PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION:
Private collection of Floyd and Beverly Sherman (1939-2024) who purchased it for $35,519 in 2001 (paperwork included)
Beverly was an iconic owner, exhibitor and breeder of the Tennessee Walking Horse...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A near pair of antique Southeast Asian Burmese jeweled parcel gilt wooden temple guardian figure carvings. circa 1900
Hand carved in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th / early 20th century, most likely the Mandalay region, each richly detailed and gilded, adorned with inset green colored mirrored cut glass mosaic inlays, depicting mythical qilin / stylized lion temple guardian, rising on integral red lacquered platform base,
Dimensions: (approx)
Each: 7" Tall, 2.5" Wide, 4" Deep;
A charming pair of small highly decorative table sculptures / shelf statues...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cut Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Fratelli Cattaneo Signed Italian Louis XV Style Coffee Table
Located in Forney, TX
A elegant vintage Italian Louis XV style kingwood tulipwood inlaid cocktail table by Fratelli Cattaneo (Northern Italy; 1947-present) circa 1960s
Originating in the historic Provinc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Natural Teak Root Wood Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive large single piece of sculptural carved free-form organic teak rootwood becomes a writhing, wispy, whimsical wonder of craftsmanship and artistry. This naturalistic...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Natural Specimens
Materials
Teak
Antique Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Leopard Side Table
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique Burmese / Anglo-Indian sculptural carved padauk hardwood accent table with figural animal carving feet. circa 1900
Finely hand carved in Burma (present day Myanma...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Anglo-Indian End Tables
Materials
Oak, Padouk
Antique French T&V Limoges Porcelain Painted Pitcher For Pitkin
Brooks Chicago
By Tressemanes
Vogt, T&V Limoges
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful large antique French export hand-painted Limoges porcelain pitcher (would also make a wonderful vase) with gilt handle and accent...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Porcelain
Important Oceanic Carved Asmat Tribal Sago Bowl Serving Platter after War Shield
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and important Oceanic Papuan Asmat tribal carved ancestral sago bowl (also known as a platter, serving shield and tray) crafted in the likes of the...
Category
20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Art Deco Modern Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Demitasse Coffee Service Set
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Forney, TX
A fine vintage American sterling silver coffee service set by Tiffany & Company Makers, New York, circa late 1930s / eary 1940s, directorship of John C. Moore II (1907-1947), Art Dec...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Biedermeier Satin Birch Pyramidal Night Stand Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique European Biedermeier style single door pyramid bedside cabinet. Hand-crafted, featuring strong, high quality craftsmanship and solid wooden construction, exceptional...
Category
Antique 19th Century European Biedermeier Night Stands
Materials
Birch
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of rare antique Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) Chinese terracota architectural roof tile beasts. circa 1900
Hand-crafted in Imperial China around the turn of the late 19...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Antique French Louis XV Style Marquetry Drop-leaf Sewing Work Side Table
Located in Forney, TX
A charming Belle Époque period French marquetry drop-leaf sewing stand work table (today, it would make for a wonderful side table, sofa table or hall console, bedside nightstand or ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Fruitwood
Monumental Oceanic Asmat People Carved Painted Wooden War Shield
Located in Forney, TX
A monumental, rare and important Oceanic Papuan Asmat People tribal carved war shield from the first half of the 20th century, collected from the coast of the headhunting tribe in Papua New Guinea, a Provincial Indonesian island in the mid 20th century.
Among the Asmat, war shields are the most powerful symbolic element of a warrior's equipment, and have many layers of meaning. Traditionally, they were functional items used to protect warriors in battle by deflecting an enemy's spears and arrows. The carved and painted images on the surface of the shields were also intended to frighten the enemy and symbolize the power of the ancestors.
Ancestral imagery appears on multiple forms of Asmat art...
Category
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Maison Forest Signed French Louis XVI Style Writing Table - Late 19th Century
By Maison Forest
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest.
Maison Forest is one of the most famous french cabinetmakers of the 19th a...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Muller Frères Art Deco Mottled Glass
Gilt Bronze Pendant Light Hanging Lamp
By Muller Frères
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality French Art Deco period mottled glass and gilt metal pendant light / hanging lamp by Muller Frères. circa 1920
Signed; marks to shade: "MULLER FRES LUNÉVILLE"
Provena...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique, circa 1920, American track machine carousel horse amusement ride attributed to legendary carver Charles W. Dare Company (United States), now mounted on a custom r...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Carnival Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique German Rhine Valley Winery Painted Wine Filter by Claritwerk
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and hard to find antique German winery industrial wine filter. circa 1890-1920
This filter would have been used in the commercial production of win...
Category
Early 20th Century German Industrial Urns
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Henri Picard Signed Napoleon III Period Gilt Bronze Candelabra Pair
By Henri Picard
Located in Forney, TX
A truly unique pair of Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) Neo-Etruscan style gilt bronze table candelabras by the prestigious 19th century fondeur and doreur Henri Picard ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Greco Roman Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Antique Early American Banner Weathervane
Located in Forney, TX
A large and remarkable 4' long early PA American scrollwork bannerette weathervane / wind directional.
Pennsylvania, first half of the 19th century, cut sheet metal, copper tubing,...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes
Materials
Metal, Copper, Zinc
Antique Italian / French Neoclassical Marquetry Chest Of Drawers Nightstand
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Forney, TX
Own a piece from a unique time in history! Crafted in the Lombardy region of present day Northern Italy, during the French Republic / Empire period (1793-1815) when Napoleonic conque...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Night Stands
Materials
Siena Marble
Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table
By André-Charles Boulle, Jean-Pierre Tahan, Tahan Paris
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and striking antique French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) convertible rafraichissoir wine cooler drinks table by the ébéniste to the Emperor Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan (1813-1892)
Crafted by Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan, the esteemed cabinetmaker to Napoléon III, this wine table is a remarkable example of 19th-century European artistry, ingenuity, and fine craftsmanship. Executed in timeless Louis XV style, ebonized fruitwood featuring sophisticated Boule style Queen marquetry with inlays of mother of pearl and brass, adorned with ornate patinated bronze mounts, having a pierced brass galleried top fitted with a cartouche shaped handled serving tray, lifting to reveal a spacious open well with removable ice bin metal liner. Over an elegant scalloped apron, rising on long shapely cabriole legs affixed with eye-screws to accommodate the serving tray converting it to a stretcher style lower shelf, terminating on casters. circa 1860
Signed, retaining the original metal label that reads "TAHAN FOURNISSEUR DE L’ EMPEREUR Paris" (Tahan Supplier of the Emperor) to the interior compartment.
Could also be used a bar cart, tea service table...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Tray Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Antique European Renaissance Gothic Grotesque Lion Figure Architectural Pair
Located in Forney, TX
An outstanding pair of European Renaissance Gothic grotesque lion stylobate architectural elements.
Early 19th Century or earlier, Continental Europe, most likely Italian, boldly d...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Gothic Revival Statues
Materials
Wood
Antique Moroccan Carved Polychrome Painted Wooden Camel Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A superbly carved camel statue, early 20th century, Morocco, exceptionally executed, the North African Art Deco Orientalist figural carving features fine...
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Gothic Revival Carved Polychrome Painted
Upholstered Stool Ottoman
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent Neo-Gothic tabouret stool / ottoman, 19th century, most likely Italian (Southern Italy; Kingdom of Two Sicilies), parcel gilt and polychrome painted frame, padded seat ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Gothic Revival Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Large Antique Khmer Carved Gilt Lacquered Standing Buddha Figure Statue
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful antique Khmer hand carved wooden Buddhist figure.
Originating in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam or Thailand, 19th century or earlier, the exceptional Southeast Asian antique...
Category
Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Chinese Song Dynasty Blue Glazed Foo Dog Lion Incense Burner Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and remarkable original Song (Sung) Dynasty (960 to 1279) dark turquoise blue glazed earthenware pottery joss stick incense holder. Likely Jun ware, Northern Song Dynasty (960...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce 600 year old (approx) Chinese pottery Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) large glazed earthenware míngqì tomb figure, modeled as horse sculpture with saddle, stirrups, and integral ba...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Earthenware
Italian Folk Art Fish Sculpture from 18th/19th Century Fragments Found Objects
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous large Italian folk art fish sculpture. Hand-crafted in the 21st century using found 18th and 19th century architectural fragments and decorative antique / vintage elements...
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Shell, Driftwood, Giltwood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Neo-Gothic Gilt Bronze Pricket Candlestick
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning Late Victorian Neo-Gothic gilt bronze altar stick pricket candlestick. Late 19th to early 20th century, the Continental European antique features an exceptionally executed...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts.
15th/16th century or earlier, Northern China, most likely Forbidden City, Dongcheng District, Beijing, figural pottery modeled as mythical qilin (foo dog / guardian lion), the crouching beast with legs back and flaming body depicted ready to pounce. Retaining partial remnants of the red wax export seal, indicating they are authentic and were legally exported out of the country.
Dimensions: (approx)
Largest: 18" Tall, 19" Wide, 8" Deep
History:
Chinese roof tiles have been a part of Chinese architecture for over 2,000 years. These unique and beautifully crafted tiles have become an integral part of traditional Chinese culture, and have gained international recognition for their beauty and cultural significance. In this article, we will explore the different types of Chinese roof tiles, their construction, cultural significance, preservation and restoration techniques, and modern uses.
Chinese imperial roof decorations or roof charms or roof-figures (Chinese: 檐獸/檐兽; pinyin: yán shòu) or "walking beasts" (Chinese: 走獸/走兽; pinyin: zǒu shòu) or "crouching beasts" (Chinese: 蹲獸/蹲兽; pinyin: Dūn shòu) were statutes placed along the ridge line of official buildings of the Chinese empire. Only official buildings (palaces, government buildings, and some temples) were permitted to use such roof decorations.
Occasionally arranged in an outward marching procession with various different examples, the number and type indicating the importance of the duties performed within the building or within the courtyard protected by a gate. With a maximum number of nine, the mythical beast was one of the highest in rank, thus modeled set to pounce upon the man and lower ranking creatures, ready to devour them should they stray from performing their duties with faithfulness and rectitude
The Design and Construction of Chinese Roofs:
The roof design is an important aspect of Chinese architecture, with each component of the roof playing a specific role. Chinese roof tiles fit into the overall design of the roof and are placed on top of wooden supports called purlins. The interlocking system of Chinese roof tiles ensures that they stay in place and prevent leaks. Ridge tiles...
Category
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
19th Century Grand Tour Style Bisque Porcelain Rhyton Form Vase
Located in Forney, TX
A striking antique European Grand Tour style bisque porcelain rhyton form vase, circa 1875
Continental, most likely German, late 19th century, exceptionally executed sculptural form...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
1920s Art Deco Frankart / Nuart Style Sculptural Nude Table Lamp
By Frankart, Nuart
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous sculptural American Art Deco period Frankart / Nuart style metal, glass, and marble table lamp. circa 1920
Early 20th century, featuring two figural patinated metal female nymph nudes...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Large Moorish Arabesque Inlaid Table Box
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning vintage Moorish arabesque inlaid table box, 20th century, high quality rectangular box with hinged lid, featuring contrasting mother of pearl, exotic hardwood, and bone marquetry inlay arranged in geometric patterns, opening to red fabric lined interior.
Dimensions: (approx)
3" High, 16.75" Wide, 6 1/8" Deep; 3.2lbs
As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal large size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including concealing a remote control on your coffee table or sofa table, or as a jewelry casket, trinket case...
Category
20th Century Moorish Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Tulipwood
Biedermeier Period Burlwood Table Cabinet Of Curiosities Wunderkammer 19th C.
Located in Forney, TX
A fine Biedermeier Period (1815-1848) walnut maple burlwood marquetry table cabinet - wunderkammer (cabinet of curiosities) with fifteen drawers and concealed secret compartments, circa 1820.
This architectural curiosity cabinet is a testament to the ingenuity and artistry of European craftsmen from the early 19th century. The highly figured quilted wood grain, warm rich burled walnut panels, and hand sculpted and molded ebonized wood exterior boasts a dark, lustrous sheen, while delicate hand carved details adorn its surface, showcasing the finesse and precision of its creator.
Probably Southern Germany, most likely Augsburg, having a rectangular raised top with visible hand cut dovetail joint case housing a single drawer, over exquisite stepped moulded ebony transition into large double door cabinet with the original hand forged iron hardware, opening to reveal an interior fitted with eleven drawers surrounding a single locking cupboard door, unlocking to reveal a stunning eight-pointed star marquetry inlaid spring loaded niche panel with hidden release, when triggered the niche slides out to reveal a trio of hidden storage compartments, including a deep bin and two small hidden drawers for the owners most precious valuables. Rising on shaped ebonized wood molding, over a distinctive masculine scalloped skirt, resting on ball feet.
Every inch of this remarkable antique cabinet reflects the warmth and depth of European craftsmanship during the early 19th century — a period celebrated for its quality, superior craftsmanship, comfort, and viewpoint furniture was meant to be publicly displayed. The intricate detailing, exotic and expensive materials, ingenuity and artistry transport you to a time of sophisticated elegance and refinement.
Place this exceptional cabinet in a distinguished office or collectors study, an opulent living room, as a monumental jewelry...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Antique Indian Hand Painted Brass Figural Gauri Head Sculpture Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of antique Indian hand-painted figural brass head religious sculptures.
Hand-crafted in the Maharashtra or Karnataka region of India in the late 19th / early 20th century, d...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Antique French Gilt Bronze Encrier Inkwell Desk Stand, Signed JF
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive fine quality antique Louis XV style French ormolu encrier / inkstand.
Born in France in the 19th century, almost certainly Parisian work, exquisitely chased, chis...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Inkwells
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Large Rustic Religious Stripped Wood Antique Santo Altar Figures
Located in Forney, TX
A rare one-of-a-kind pair of large rustic antique European hand carved stripped and scraped wood Santo church altar figures.
18th/early 19th century, primitive hand-crafted construction, finely detailed and sculpted, depicting Saint Francis of Assisi with arm raised and Madonna with her hands folded in prayer, stripped bare wood with section of original heavily worn distressed chippy paint finish adding to the overall antique character and charm!
Dimensions: (approx)
St Francis:
14.75" Tall, 5.5" Wide, 5" Deep
Mother Mary:
14.5" Tall, 4.75" Wide, 3" Deep
Superb examples of religious folk art, in great antique condition. Strip scraped with area showcasing remnants of original polychrome painted finish. Warm, rustic, with nicely aged patina over the whole. Free-standing statue, mounted on later base.
A wonderful addition to any Santos collection, Catholic church, home prayer room, shrine, or as farmhouse decor
We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love decorating with religious antiques! From all religions, periods and cultures, from a Spanish Colonial altar table, Italian tabernacle, Gothic reliquary, relic monstrance, liturgical objects, ecclesiastical icons, white-washed limed monumental Christian crucifix...
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Items
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Prison Art Box from Cigarette Packs
Located in Forney, TX
A rare vintage prison art box, mid-20th century, colorful round folk art box with removable lid, handmade from a large tin can and cigarette packs.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art
Materials
Tin
Antique English Burlwood Voting Box / Still Bank
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning and scarce antique English Victorian era burlwood voting box.
Hand-crafted in the 19th century, the small table box having a rectangular case wi...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Maison Krieger French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Side Chair Pair
By Maison Krieger
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of very fine quality antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze ormolu mounted mahogany side chairs, attributed to luxury Parisian furniture maker Maison Krieger (1826-1910)
...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Maison Krieger French Louis XVI Matched Kingwood Glass Display Cabinet Vitrine
By Maison Krieger
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine quality French Louis XVI style gilt bronze ormolu mounted matched kingwood display cabinet / vitrine by the luxurious Parisian furniture maker Maison Krieger (1826-1910)
Exquisitely hand-crafted in France in the early 20th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis 16th taste, having a dramatically veined marble top, over glazed glass front and side panels, opening to single glass shelf and mirrored back, over ribbed cabinet...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Thai Ayutthaya Period Bronze Crowned Buddha Head on Wood Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of Thai Ayutthaya period bronze crowned Buddha mounted on wood display stands. Thailand. 17th/18th Century
Dimensions: (approx)
Head: 15" High, 7.75" Wide, 6" Deep (tallest)
Overall: tbd
Provenance / Acquisition:
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas.
2024 March Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature Catalog Auction #8155 Lot #78357
Condition Report:
Attractive pair with beautifully aged patina, condition commensurate of age, use, and exposure. Scattered areas of desirable verdigris green patina and oxidation throughout to each. Minor loss to front shell point of one example. Small holes scattered throughout and scews/nails through each fixing both examples to wooden bases. Both well preserved and present superbly
History:
The first Crowned Buddha images or Jambupati Buddha statues are known to have been originated from the Pyu, where the Indian influence of Buddhist arts and non-Theravada Buddhism was extremely felt in those days. There may have been various background stories behind the crowned Buddha statues in the course of history but one of the most popular stories goes by the legend of Jambupati. This particular legend is not known in the home of Buddhism India, however the crowned Buddha statues have been attached to the name Jambupati as the Buddha is believed to have humbled a boastful and arrogant king Jambupati. The story goes on about how the Buddha transformed himself into a mighty king with a crown and jewelry and set himself a majestic yet incomparable palace. Seeing this, the king accepted the great ability of the Buddha and submitted himself to the Dharma and became a Buddhist monk. This particular story has gained a lot of popularity and stood the test of time in Burma as the number of Crowned Buddha statues in Burma is considerably great in amount.
There are also other versions of the background story of crowned statues...
Category
Antique 17th Century Thai Folk Art Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity
Located in Forney, TX
Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or coiffeuse by Ledet et fils exudes refined grace and functionality.
Born in Bordeaux Region of Southwestern France in the mid-19th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis Fifteenth (1715-1774) taste, hand-crafted of warm mellow solid mahogany, having a rectangular serpentine shaped hinged top opening to reveal the original flat mirror plate, over a removable divided tray, faux drawer front with wooden escutcheon, above a sewing / work bin, gently curved scalloped apron, all rising elegantly on long cabriole legs adorned with finely carved shell acanthus leaf knee ending in whorl feet, terminating on casters. circa 1850s
Signed, retaining the original ébéniste (cabinetmakers) makers mark to the underside, reading:
Ledet
Fab de Meubles
Bordeaux
Dimensions: (approx)
29.25" High, 24" Wide, 16.75" Deep
Versatile:
As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent table, hall console, sofa table, bedside nightstand, rolling lamp...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Antique Burmese Mandalay Period Buddhist Dancer Nat Spirit Deer Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptional antique Southeast Asian Burmese hand carved and gilded teak wood religious figure Buddhist temple -monastery sculpture.
Exquisitely hand-crafted in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th century, finely sculpted from a single piece of teakwood, exceptionally executed in period Mandalay taste, highly detailed and decorated, showcasing the most exquisite craftsmanship throughout.
Modeled in an exceedingly rare and unusual form, depicting a tall standing Na spirit figure, adorned in fanciful Royal dancer garment, elaborately decorated and embellished with brilliant polychrome colored mirrored glass jewel inlays, red lacquered dress tail, he stands carrying a golden stag deer around shoulders and neck, the naturalistic deer having delicate four point antlers, all over an ebonized base, resting on a custom later Thai wooden pedestal stand.
Dimensions: (approx)
Overall: 27"h, 9"w, 7.75"d
Figure: 19.25"h, 9"w, 7.5"d
Base 7.75"h, 8"w, 7.75"d; 10.5"h with post
Condition:
A superb museum quality example, wonderfully preserved original antique condition with nicely aged warm rich dark patina and minimal losses.
*Additional photos available upon request
We immediately gravitated towards it upon first sight, and have not seen another piece quite like it form, quality, or scope. It would look amazing in just about any setting, with its remarkable design and visually striking eye-catching light reflection, it's sure to become a focal point of any space, while adding a thoughtful touch of rich cultural history, sophistication, elegant warmth, tranquility and serenity to any home!
Provenance / Acquisition:
Personal property of Genshiro Kawamoto (b.1932), a Japanese real estate tycoon and avid decorative arts collector.
To give an idea of both the size of the collection and the wealth Mr. Kawamoto had amassed, he purchased numerous (many 100s) of multi-million dollar homes in Hawaii, always paying cash. A string of homes he purchased for $2M-$20M each with the intent of using them as museums, (most people use storage units) just to house and display items from his extensive collection of antiques and artifacts. About 30 properties with a collective value of $200M in the Kāhala area of Honolulu he left vacant for decades, allowing them to fall into disrepair and get boarded up, attracting many complaints and media attention.
Mr. Kawamoto was in the procession of building one of the most expensive homes ever built in Hawaii at the time of his arrest and subsequent deportation to his native country, Japan, where he was found guilty of tax evasion, sentenced to four years in prison and had his assets seized and auctioned off.
We acquired this wonderful example from a prominent antiques dealer in Maui, Hawaii, who personally knew Mr. Kawamoto and procured this sculpture from the estate.
Mythological History:
The golden deer...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Art Glass, Teak, Giltwood
19th Century Provincial Chinese Vellum Trunk On Carved Low Stand
Located in Forney, TX
An exceptional antique Asian Vellum campaign trunk on a fitted hand carved hardwood footed low stand (ideal proportions for use as a coffee table, cocktail drinks table, end table, b...
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Campaign Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Revival Andirons Mounted As Table Lamps - A Pair
Located in Forney, TX
An imposing pair of antique French Victorian Gothic Revival chenets (andirons) fashioned as table lamps.
Exquisitely hand-crafted in France, 19th c., exceptionally executed Parisian work, most impressive large size, beautifully patinated gilt bronze and brass fireplace andirons in Neo-Gothic taste, featuring turned column with two pierced reticulated balls, grotesque lion mask with door knocker ring, rising on ornate acanthus topped stylized animal legs terminating in paw claw feet, mounted on a later rectangular wooden plinth base, surmounted by classical flame finials. circa 1860
Rare one-of-a-kind lighting, highly decorative and sculptural form, professionally electrified, these striking repurposed fireplace andiron table lamps are sure to become a focal point in any room!
Provenance / Acquisition:
The collection of oil magnate Jim Musselman. Musselman has an impressive track record of finding oil, leading multiple successful oil and gas ventures, including establishing Caelus Energy, JM Petroleum, founding partner of Kosmos Energy, Triton Energy, and various other oil explorations...
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Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
19th Century English Victorian Campaign Style Travel Desk Writing Box
Located in Forney, TX
A antique Victorian era English campaign style brass bound mahogany portable lap desk / writing slope with nicely aged patina. circa 1850
Commonly used by military officers in the f...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Fine Antique English Toulmin
Gale Attrib Madagascar Ebony Stationary Box
By Toulmin
Gale
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning very fine quality antique English stationary box in striking exotic hardwood coromandel / madagascar ebony. circa 1880
Exquisitely hand-crafted in England in the 19th cen...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique German Art Nouveau Hand Painted Terracotta Charger Wall Plate
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful hand-crafted and hand-painted terra-cotta charger wall plaque, Germany, early 20th century, featuring an exceptional painted scene with woman and bird in courtyard, signe...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Art
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model
Located in Forney, TX
An exceptionally rare antique Native American / Indigenous Peoples hand carved and painted wooden dugout canoe model, dating to the early 20th century or earlier, likely Pacific Nort...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Native American Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Twine, Wood, Paint
18th Century German Baroque Architectural Putti Bust Wall Shelf Carving
Located in Forney, TX
A finely carved Baroque period architectural element, now fashioned as a sculptural bracket shelf.
Hand-crafted by a master-artisan in the 18th century, originally part of a corbel, likely from a church around the Black Forest region of Southern Germany. Exquisitely hand carved solid walnut, exceptionally executed and intricately detailed, featuring two protruding busts of cherub children with fine facial details and sculpted wavy hair, over pierced foliate floral decoration. circa 1750
Provenance / Acquisition:
Property from the magnificent estate of the late T. Boone Pickens (1928 -2019). An American business magnate and financier.
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas. September 2022 More of T. Boone Pickens Estate catalog
J. Garrett Auctioneers had the pleasure of presenting this item from the iconic Texas and Oklahoma oil...
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Country Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Center Table
Located in Forney, TX
A large and exceptionally carved 19th century country French table with beautifully aged heavily worn warm rich dark patina.
Hand-...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Center Tables
Materials
Walnut
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Round Etched Glass Side Table
By Ico Parisi, Ico
Luisa Parisi
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage Italian mid-century modern round occasional table.
Italy, circa 1940s, in the manner of legendary Italian modernist architect and designer Ico Parisi, two-tier, featuring ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Bentwood, Softwood
1950s Mid-Century Italian Modern Ico Parisi Style Sculptural Side Table
By Ico
Luisa Parisi, Ico Parisi
Located in Forney, TX
An original mid-century modern side table, in the manner of legendary Italian modernist architect and designer Ico Parisi (1916-1996)
Italy, circa 1950s, having a rectangular inset ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Glass, Softwood
Italian Art Deco Period Parquetry Table circa 1930s
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent period Italian Art Deco Moderne elaborately inlaid table. circa 1930
Finely hand-crafted in Italy, most likely the Sorrento - Naples region of Southern Italy, featuri...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco End Tables
Materials
Wood, Fruitwood, Maple, Walnut
19th Century Tuscan Italian Renaissance Polychrome Painted Buffet Cupboard
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning large antique Tuscan two-door cabinet (buffet - credenza) with Renaissance style polychromed decoration. circa 1850
Hand-crafted in the Provincial Tuscany region of central Italy in the mid-19th century, old solid wood construction, most likely pine, in the original paint finish, Neoclassical taste, having a rectangular top over conforming two door cupboard, opening to spacious interior fitted with one shelf, rising on tapering squared legs with ring-and-spike feet.
The doors and sides feature inset panels with beautiful medieval Florence hand painted whimsical flags capped by grotesque scrolling foliate embellishments.
Dimensions: (approx)
48.25" High, 63.75" Wide, 27.5" Deep
As warm and attractive as it is versatile, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a dining room sideboard, family room media stand or credenza, oversized hall console, farmhouse kitchen cupboard...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Cupboards
Materials
Wood, Paint
Rustic Antique Indian Architectural M-o-p Inlaid Teak Window
Located in Forney, TX
A beautiful antique Indian architectural m-o-p inlaid carved teak window.
India, late 19th / early 20th century, primitive hand-crafted ...
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Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Windows
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Teak
19th Century English Victorian Brass Black Lacquer Papier-mache Dressing Box
Located in Forney, TX
A large antique English Victorian era brass-mounted papier-mache dressing box.
19th century, England, large shaped casket form, exterior in a black lacquered finish embellished with...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Senal SA Sling Swinger Chairs Set of 4
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent set of four rare original Mid-Century Modern Mexican bocote wood and black leather "Swingers" by legendary designer Don S. Shoemaker (1919-1990)
This iconic Modernist ...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
