European Decorative Objects

This French cachepot, dating from the early 19th century, is a refined example of the Louis XVI style, characterized by its classical elegance and symmetry. The porcelain piece is ad...

Mid-century French ceramic apothecary jar by Albert Thiry (circa 1960s). A delightful piece featuring Thiry's signature style, chalk-white base with flower and foliage painted motif....

Small rooster figurine by Walter Bosse, Vienna, around 1950s Original condition.

Venini Vase 'Fazzoletto Opalino', by Fulvio Bianconi 1950s A Fazzoletto vase in opaline and rose glass with clear glass overlay. It was manufactured in the 1950s by Venini, Venice a...

Beautiful and elegant french Baccarat cut crystal art deco style decorative vase. The heavy cut crystal give a very stable stability to the vase and also feature an art deco style wi...

This expressive Art Deco bronze sculpture by Irénée Rochard captures a tender moment: a mother elephant and her calf, lovingly connected in movement. The calf’s trunk gently touches ...

Spectacular Murano art glass flower bowl with copper or gold aventurine flecks. Attributed to Fratelli Toso, circa 1950s. Flower shaped hand blown glass bowl or ashtray in mint gree...

This is a very rare and large Covered Vase by Mason's Ironstone pottery, England, dating to the Late Georgian Regency period , circa 1825. This piece is very well potted with a vertically fluted body sat on a low foot with two substantial handles either side. The domed lid has six small air holes in it and a large knob...

A typical work from the early period of the Wiener Werkstatte. Punched iron sheet, white lacquered. See similar items - Wiener Werkstatte pattern books as displayed. No signature.

This is a unique custom surfboard featuring a marquetry deck, designed and hand-crafted by the w o o d p o p studio which specialises in marquetry and inlay work. The studio prides...

A fine, whimsical Italian silver sculpture. By La Medusa Oro. In sterling silver and mounted atop a wooden plinth. In the form of a dentist's chair complete with an instrument tra...

This striking Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase in Smoked Amber originates from Italy during the 21st Century. It features a minimal rounded form with slight tapering at a great...

Great quality, early 1900s hand-horged wrought iron dragon chandelier Medieval / Gothic style / candle holder / electrification Optional. This stunning early 20th-century wrought i...

Montblanc F. Scott Fitzgerald Fountain Pen Limited Edition with Box COA - serial # 28711 : Launched in 2002 as part of Montblanc’s renowned Writers Edition series, this exquis...

Mid-19th century French slate & marble mantle clock. Drum head form. Black slate & green, black & white marble. Made by P. Marti et Cie. 8-day movement. History of clock repairs on b...

very rare max ingrand vase / centerpiece for fontana arte. in wonderful and extremely nice patinated condition.

Rare and collectible Marelli table fan, model I 202, dating from 1953. This version comes with a single speed, manual rotation and inclination, and can be used either as a support or...

For sale is a beautiful half-moon shaped comb. The item was hand-crafted from horn and designed by the renowned workshops of Carl Auböck in Austria. It's a remarkable example of the ...

A striking 19th-century Mediterranean terracotta jar, fully enveloped in a lustrous deep green glaze that captures light and shadow with extraordinary depth. Likely crafted in Southe...

REDUCED FROM $950....Here you have a delicate and finely chased Jugenstil bust of a young lady with turn of the century upturned hair resting on a pedestal of what appears to be a vine of holly leaves and berries. Lovely period Art Nouveau form. The shouldered bust is a beautiful patinated greenish brown bronze and the stepped base gilt bronze...a wonderful contrast. Hans Müller...

This exquisite French Dore’ Bronze Figural Mantel Clock is a masterful example of 19th-century craftsmanship, blending artistry, luxury, and functionality into one timeless piece. Th...

Beautiful French Painted Carousel Horse..

Set of four candlesticks of Madonna and baby Jesus with the three wise men by Danish artist-cum-designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal of Germany as part of their extensive artist-led...

Fascinating traditional handmade ceramic planters from private collection.

Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Jubilé Switzerland Gold-plated brass Year of manufacture 1979 Dimensions: H x W x D: 24 x 17 x 15 cm Description: Very rare Atmos clock, which was produce...

English wicker basket from a fabric mill. Would make a wonderful log basket. 1900. Basket reference: G Code: 9213 Dimensions: W: 41" (104.1 cm) H: 29" (73.7 cm) D: 30" (76.2 cm)

Mid Century Ashtray in Leather and Patinated Brass, Europe, 1960s. This is a very nice mid century ashtray win leather and patinated brass. G...

Superior quality large scale Italian Grand Tour bronze of the god Silenus after the Roman original excavated at Pompeii in 1864. This very fine cast shows the god holding aloft a coi...

A beautiful antique wooden cigar carousel, with music. Made in France, late 19th century. When you turn the knob on the top, all panels turn at the same time. The panels are hand-pai...

A superb quality 19th century French bronze gilt mantel clock, retaining its original glass dome, and adorned with a finely detailed rustic female figure in period dress, reclining o...

Pair of Extra Large Brass Deer by Sarreid, Spain 1970s

Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Just Andersen (1884-1943). Bowl in alloy bronze....

Charming French jewelry box 1940s Upholstered in green velvet. Pewter accessories, some cracks but refurbished. Fair condition.

AMANO - Vintage ceramic vase - rich red glaze - bullet shape - signed on the base - impressed model number '629-18' - Germany - late 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no l...

Very rare French mid century stoneware bowl in black enameled ceramic by Georges Jouve produced for Steph Simon Paris, 1950s. In good original condition and signed by the artist. D...

A brown, off-white and green-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced by Gmundner Keramik, Austria, c. 1960s.

Unique piece sign by the artist. The sculpture was commissioned for the first time by a customer in Sicily, who had a specific request, namely a tree with purple, turquoise and silv...

Art Deco spelter sculpture. Black-patinated panther on a marble base, signed Ouline. In perfect condition. Height: 17.5 cm Length: 45 cm Width: 11 cm Weight: 4.7 kg Alexandre Ouline...

Seguso Sommerso Bowl with Gold Powder Murano ca. 1950s A great Venetian art glass bowl of the Polveri or Sfumati series introduced by Archimede Seguso in 1953. Thick clear glass wit...

A handsome and very elegant photograph frame, the perfect addition to any interior, from traditional to ultra-modern. Made from English sterling silver, the backing from solid Engli...

Antique Cabin Antler Wall Clock with Deer Head Austria ca. 1900 A large rustic antler wall clock. The wooden case is richly decorated with plaster applications, a plaster deer...

This eccentric ceramic centerpiece/pot, from Pucci ceramics of the 1940s-50s, is striking for its vibrant orange color and the presence of elegant relief decorations. Floral motifs, ...

After the work of Robert Thompson Original patinated surface to the oak Nicely carved.

Sculpture in Murano glass, pink Swan with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 15 cm x H 24 cm x D 7 cm ( L 5.9" x H 9.4" x D 2.7") We recently came across the untouched i...

Very Large Scale Covered alabaster lidded urn showcases exquisite craftsmanship and a rich, aged patina. its smooth luminous surface enchanced by natural veining illustrating its tim...

From Lalique Crystal, a square shaped covered box in the ‘Duncan’ pattern, France, circa 1980s. The Duncan Line by René Lalique was designed in 1931. The pattern was inspired by th...

Striking sculptural vase is decorated with swirling lines of white and transparent orange fused glass, circling the bowl upwards towards the rim and guiding the eye along the curves ...

This listing features a Limoges style cobalt blue handled centerpiece with gilt bronze and hand painted ornamentation. There are no visible markings to suggest that this is an origin...

18th century Italian gilded and hand-carved tabernacle adorned with an 18th century Italian gilt chalice and Sabina Faye Braxton gaufrage fabric. This tabernacle once belonged in a h...

Vintage European monumental bottle pitcher shaped stoneware midcentury floor vase. Handcrafted in rustic chamotte clay with bright shiny red from...

Midcentury Faceted Murano art glass vase with textured ice glass sides. Attributed to Mandruzzato, Italy, 1960s. These textured vases are hard to find. The color is not uniform, in s...

A fine antique bronze sculputre. Depicting the Venus de Milo. After the ancient model by Alexandros of Antioch. Bearing an Achille Collas reduction seal and a Barbedienne mark. P...

This exquisite handmade Sicilian ceramic pine nut is a timeless symbol of prosperity, good fortune, and Mediterranean heritage. Crafted by skilled artisans in Sicily, each piece is m...

Murano Glass Lenti Bowl with Blue Swirl and Gold Polveri, by Fratelli Toso This vintage Murano glass work of art by Fratelli Toso (of Barovier Toso) i...

Large Hand-Painted Art Nouveau Bowl by Regina Gouda, Holland, 1920s Rare and striking hand-painted ceramic bowl from the Regina factory in Gouda, Netherlands, dating to the 1920s. T...

A sculptural mid-century French ceramic vase in a perfect “boule” form, featuring a deep, glossy black glaze with subtle variations. Exemplifying the sleek, organic elegance of 195...

POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD VIRGIN AND CHILD FROM THE 15TH CENTURY   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA, NUREMBERG REGION PERIOD: 15th CENTURY   Height: 94,6cm Width : 28 cm Depth : 18 cm   Lime wood Original Polychromy Good state of conservation     From 1430 onwards, sculpture underwent a profound stylistic renewal which continued until 1530, the so-called late Gothic period. In the Germanic countries, original sculptures flourished in an expressive and sensitive vein.
This renewal was inspired by the art of Nicholas of Leiden, who was active in Strasbourg in the 1460's. His style broke with the refined and delicate art of the international Gothic style in force throughout Europe around 1400. The figures became more authentic and realistic. The bodies became denser. Clothes are animated by deep, broken folds, the fabrics are heavy and have a great decorative value. In addition, the polychromy is intended to be illusionistic. The painting makes it possible to restore the texture of the materials, the richness of the textiles and the natural skin tone of the characters.   The dissemination of images through engraving and the great mobility of the artists led to the success of this style, which conquered the Upper Rhine, Swabian, Tyrolean and Franconian regions, contributing to the formation of a common stylistic identity in these regions. The economic boom in the flourishing German cities was conducive to the development of original production. Attracted by this prosperity, numerous workshops were set up in order to meet the orders of religious communities, the Church and the laity, including a clientele of middle-class rockers.      This precious Virgin and Child is depicted standing on a crescent moon, her head encircled by a crown of tall flowers. Her long wavy hair spreads over her shoulders, framing her beautiful oval face. Under fine eyebrows drawn with a brushstroke, her almond-shaped, slightly drooping eyes look at the Child with infinite softness. She is dressed in a long red dress with a rounded neckline, belted under the chest. The heavy fabric of her dress spreads out in broken folds at her feet. On her shoulders she wears a golden cloak. The drapery has deep folds. She holds out her right hand while she holds the Christ Child with her left.   Christ, with his well-defined hair, is naked. His cheeks are highlighted with red, he holds an apple in his left hand and with the other hand makes a sign of blessing towards the faithful.   Virgins with Child on a crescent moon were very popular in the second half of the 15th century, especially as the central subject of altarpieces in southern Germany and Austria. The crescent moon on which Mary is standing is reminiscent of the Woman of the Apocalypse. Often equated with the Virgin Mary.    This episode is taken from the Book of Revelation (12:1-6)   1 Then a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. ; 2 She was pregnant, and she cried out because she was in labor, in pain from giving birth. ; 3 Then another sign appeared in heaven: it was a great fiery red dragon, with seven heads and ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. ; 4 His tail swept down a third of heaven's stars and threw them to the earth. The dragon stood in front of the woman who was about to give birth so that when she gave birth, he might devour her child. ; 5 She gave birth to a son, a male child who is to rule all the nations with an iron rod. Her child was snatched up to God and his throne. ; 6 Then the woman fled into the desert, where God has prepared a place for her. There she will be taken care of for one thousand two hundred sixty days.   Some theologians see in this woman a reference to the Virgin Mary and in the child, Jesus.    
This remarkable work is a very fine example of sculpture from Swabian workshops in the last decades of the 15th century. It presents all the characteristic stylistic elements: a highly girdled silhouette, an abundant drapery with angular folds, but also a great physical presence accentuated by the polychromy that restores the anatomical details. This group is made of a wooden log. The deep folds of the drapery highlight the movement of the Virgin holding the child.       Bibliography :   Sophie Guillot de Suduiraut, Dévotion et Séduction, Sculptures souabes des musées de France, vers 1460-1530, Paris musée du Louvre-Éditions somogy, 2015   “Revelation 12 -   Common English Bible...

Silver-plated metal rhinoceros sculpture, made in the 1980s Ø cm 30 Ø cm 8 h cm 15

Pair of Carl Auböck model #3653 brass bookends. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in patinated and polished brass. Each piec...

Beautifully carved alabaster marble lamp that is striking and beautiful. This lamp is composed of a marble body and a marble shade and together stand not ...