Antique French Silver Plated Bird Shaped Menu or Business Card Holder

Outstanding brass business card holder with fine ornamentation on the front and a finely crafted parrot stretching its wings for flight. It ...

Beautiful antique silvered bronze work on a black stone base. Finely chiseled and natuarally depicted. France, circa 1880.

Beautiful inkwell with a small bust in the center and two glass inkwells on its sides. Nicely silvered and cleaned condition. France, 19th century.

This charming antique sculpture was crafted by WMF, short for Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, a renowned German manufacturer of fine metalware founded in 1853 and still in operation today. While best known for its tableware designs, WMF also produced a variety of decorative objects, including sculptures, exemplified by this delightful piece from our collection. The sculpture depicts a young boy dressed in typical late 19th to early 20th century working-class attire, including a flat cap. An apron tied around his waist suggests he is at work - possibly as a florist, as implied by the large scrolls cradled in his arms. These scrolls were originally aimed to be used as pen holders but can also serve to display other small items. Finely cast, the sculpture features intricate details such as fabric folds and hair texture, all enhanced by its monochrome oxidised finish. The figure stands atop an ornate Rococo style base adorned with C-scrolls, which also serve as the feet of the piece. The base is stamped ‘WMFB’, indicating both the manufacturer and the use of Britannia metal. Below this is the ‘OX’ mark, denoting that the surface has been oxidised - a process in which recessed areas are chemically darkened while raised surfaces are polished to a matte finish using pumice. An indistinct ’18’ mark is also stamped on the base. Blending stylistic elegance with technical craftsmanship, this antique pen holder...

Descrição: Paliteiro em prata com ave empoleirada e assente sobre base circular com três pés recortados. Metal: Prata. Origem: Portuguesa. Marca: águia em pé. Peso: 212.32 gramas. Di...

Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful swan ring holder. Crafted from high-quality metal with silver plating, it is the perfect addition to any...

Large turn-of-the-century German 800 silver figural spice box. A bird grips a gnarly branch with scaly talons. Sweet and downy with tucked-down wings. Head detachable. Marked. Weight...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with a fishing bird, resting on a plinth on a square pedestal. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 116.21 grams. Dimen...