Neoclassical Bowls and Baskets

Early 20th Century Italian wicker basket in a saucer shape with a leather-and-brass hinged lid that opens to a storage cavity historically used f...

Delve into the world of classic English elegance with this exquisite vintage Wedgwood Rose Midnight Bowl. This remarkable piece is a true embodiment of ...

A large, beautiful, and rare 19th century neoclassical reticulated Meissen centerpiece with open filigree, rams heads, flaming finial, and love bir...

Two pairs of maiolica baskets Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1790 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). Measures: A) Height 3.54 x 6.69 x 9.84 in (9 x 17 x 25 cm); B) Height 3.93 x 7.48 x 11.02 in (10 x 19 x 28 cm). Total weight 4.85 lb (2.200 kg) State of conservation: A) One of the smaller baskets has some areas of restoration, the other slight chipping from use; B) One of the larger baskets is intact and the other shows a clearly glued break. The mold with which the baskets were forged simulates a wicker weave. The two larger works have high, vertical walls, with branch-shaped handles penetrating the weave. The painted decorations, small polychrome flowers applied only externally, highlight the points where the weaves intersect. The decision to leave the center of the basket devoid of decoration is highly unusual, but given the size and complexity of the shape, as well as the quality of the enamel, it is possible to hypothesize that it represents a precise choice in manufacturing or for a particular client. The two smaller baskets have small, twisted handles and, on the outside, reproduce more decisively the characteristic wicker weave, obtained through thin molded lines. The interior exhibits a rich, typical decoration of naturalistic flowers: a bunch centered around a main flower and secondary stems accompanied by small “semis”. The exterior of these works is also adorned with small little flowers where the weaves intersect. The size and morphological characteristics of the baskets confirm their attribution to the Lodi factory of Antonio Ferretti between 1770 and 1790, during its most successful period; by this point his original reworking of the "Strasbourg" decoration, known as "old Lodi", had achieved great fame even outside Italy. This decorative choice represented a strong point of the Lodi factory, which established itself thanks to the vivid nature of the colors made possible by the introduction of a new technique perfected by Paul Hannong in Strasbourg and which Antonio Ferretti introduced in Italy. This production process, called “piccolo fuoco” (third fire), allowed the use of a greater number of colors than in the past; in particular, the purple of Cassius, a red made from gold chloride, was introduced. Its use allowed for many more tones and shades, from pink to purple. The Ferretti family had started their maiolica manufacturing business in Lodi in 1725. The forefather Simpliciano had started the business by purchasing an ancient furnace in 1725 and, indeed, we have evidence of the full activity of the furnaces from April of the same year (Novasconi-Ferrari-Corvi, 1964, p. 26 n. 4). Simpliciano had started a production of excellence also thanks to the ownership of clay quarries in Stradella, not far from Pavia. The production was so successful that in 1726 a decree of the Turin Chamber came to prohibit the importation of foreign ceramics, especially from Lodi, to protect internal production (G. Lise, La ceramica a Lodi, Lodi 1981, p. 59). In its initial stages, the manufacture produced maolicas painted with the “a gran fuoco” (double fire) technique, often in turquoise monochrome, with ornamentation derived from compositional modules in vogue in Rouen in France. This was also thanks to the collaboration of painters like Giorgio Giacinto Rossetti, who placed his name on the best specimens next to the initials of the factory. In 1748 Simpliciano made his will (Gelmini, 1995, p. 30) appointing his son Giuseppe Antonio (known as Antonio) as universal heir. After 1750, when Simpliciano passed away, Antonio was directly involved in the maiolica factory, increasing its fortunes and achieving a reputation on a European level. Particularly important was the aforementioned introduction in 1760 of the innovative “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) processing, which, expanding the ornamental repertoire with Saxon-inspired floral themes, could commercially compete with the German porcelains that had one of its most renowned offerings in the naturalistic Deutsche Blumen. Antonio Ferretti understood and promoted this technique and this decoration, proposing it in a fresher and more corrective version, less linked to botanical tables...

Unique handmade and signed by Sister Miller round basket with cover and leather handles.

Hallmarked in London in 1795 by Solomon Hougham, this attractive, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, is in t...

This exquisite vintage Regency-style pedestal bowl is a masterclass in delicate porcelain craftsmanship. The centerpiece features extensive reticulation, with a beautiful hand-pierce...

An Early 3 Pc Sevres green art glass Lithyalin Marmorietes cache pot with a pair of flanking square vases. The center piece measuring 10 inches long, 5 inches deep, 3 inches high, t...

Italian Neo-classic (19th Cent) "Grand Tour" bronze tazza resting on 4 sphinx figures over a rosso antico marble base.

Hallmarked in London in 1782 by William Plummer, this George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Basket, is in the Neoclassical style, with engraved and pierced decoration to the bod...

Sea inspired compote with a white glazed porcelain bowl decorated with brass seashells and seahorses supported by a brass coral stem on a base wi...

A wonderful French gilt bronze and cut crystal ormolu mounted pedestal bowl in the manner of Baccarat.

Wonderful large oval French neoclassical ormolu doré bronze and diamond cut crystal oval centerpiece / Jardinière with lions feet and double ...

English Georgian neoclassical sterling silver basket, ca 1790. Ovoid body on same foot with reeded c-scroll swing handle. Engraved wavy-s...

Round circular scalloped souvenir plate or dish from Kingfisher Oklahoma. This beautiful plate features a lovely emerald green ombre around the edges an...

A pair of French, neoclassical basket-form jardinieres with ribbon decoration and an arrow form base.

Elevate your decor with this Vintage Boho Monumental Glazed Ceramic Bowl, a striking piece that embodies the mystique of ancient artistry. Adorned with a hand-painted dragon motif in...

A Signed Moser Amethyst Footed Bowl with Oroplastique Decorative Frieze, c1920 Czechoslovakia as we knew it - prior to recent partition - was formed after the breakup of the Austr...

Hallmarked in London in 1778 by William Plummer, this delightful, George III, Antique sterling silver basket, features engraved and pierced decoration, and bead borders. The basket m...

A stunning pair of Italian Neoclassical tazzas hand carved from exquisite marble in amber and reddish hues with unique patterning throughout. The detailed fluting and level of polish...

This exquisite pair of rosso antico marble and gilt bronze potpourri vases epitomize opulent artistry. A popular material for sculpture in ancient ...

Our monumental 19th century ormolu bronze centerpiece in the Louis XVI style stands an impressive 33 inches tall. It depicts a pair of stand...

This stunning bowl from Paul Revere Pottery, crafted by the Saturday Evening Girls (SEG) pottery collective, showcases the artisanal beauty and c...

We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Set Of 4 Titanic Plates. These 'Queen of Ocean' plates were made circa 1999s, and they are highly colle...

Vintage Murano center bowl with brass handles. some pitting and loss to the brass. Lots of gold flakes/dust within the glass.

A gorgeous and finely hand-carved pair of grand-tour period neoclassical style Carrara marble covered bowls/centerpieces. Each piece is of oval form with...

An Outstanding Wheel Engraved Gilt Crystal Pedestal Bowl Matching Plate.Bohemia, circa 1900. Dimensions: Height 10 1/2" Diameter 8 1/2" Diameter P...

This fine pair of French, silver, allegorical tazzas are tortoiseshelled. They include detailed wreaths on the walls of the base. A finely dressed woman holds each dish proudly above...