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19th Century French Nautical Musical Automaton, circa 1860
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique French Nautical Automaton, likely from Marseilles, circa 1860, a glass domed diorama with windmills and cottages on hillside, overlooking harbor with ship rocking on waves to a musical tune. The interior of glass dome has a hand painted landscape with trees, village and expansive sky; the diorama features a carved or molded cottage and windmill with figures winding along path down to the water's edge; a paper or papier-mache barque rides on a blue tissue paper sea; a pull-string activated mechanism plays music, rocks the ship on the sea...
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1860s French Folk Art Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay, Glass, Paper
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
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Antique Hand Carved Gothic Church Panel of Feeding Pelican as Symbol of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning religious wall panel in thick relief with strong hook for easy mounting.
For the collectors of stunning antique church relics we are also offering this marvelously hand carved pelican sculpture for wall mounting. The character ascribed to the pelican in this context is nearly as fabulous as that of the phœnix. From a clumsy, gluttonous, piscivorous water-bird, it was by the growth of legends transformed into a mystic emblem of Christ, whom Dante terms "Nostro Pelicano". St. Hieronymus gives the story of the pelican restoring its young ones destroyed by serpents as an illustration of the destruction of man by the old Serpent, and his salvation by the blood of Christ. The pelican in Christian art is an emblem of Jesus Christ, by "whose blood we are healed" and it is also a symbol of charity. Many early painters and carvers mistakenly represented it more similar to an eagle (much like in this antique church relic), and not as a natural pelican which is why most people today still are a bit confused at first when this stunning hand carved, symbolic bird is called a pelican.
This striking and all hand carved, symbolic panel was originally part of a church or monastery communion rail...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$3,294
H 23.2 in W 20.5 in D 3.8 in
19th Century Bocce Balls, France, Set of Three
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th to early 20th century bocce balls, France, set of three
boxwood, iron and brass nails.
The first ball has the letters PP in brass, the second ha...
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Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Art Nouveau White Marble Bust of a Female Lady Wearing a Bonnet
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A classic decorative Bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of white alabaster on a marble base. Very decorative and nice to display in your library or ...
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Stone
$410
H 9.25 in W 4.75 in D 3.75 in
Antique Children
s Mannequin
Located in London, GB
A rare antique child mannequin,
circa 1880, French.
Losses to the outer fabric consistent with age and a dent to the metal top.
The boots are cast iron so there mannequin ...
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1880s French Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
Set of 8 Antique Christmas Putz Houses, , Christmas Decorations
By Leo Putz
Located in Buffalo, NY
8 Antique Christmas Putz Houses
Here we have from the local estate of the original owner a VERY Rare group of 8 Large Putz Houses in their original b...
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1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Paper
A rare mid-19th century French Louis Philippe musical automaton framed wall cloc
Located in London, GB
A rare mid-19th century French Louis Philippe musical automaton framed wall clock
A picturesque and highly decorative example of a rare mid-19th century French Louis Philippe musical automaton framed wall clock. A 5-cm enamel dial with Roman numerals in a hand painted church behind houses with an automaton watermill and windmill, with papier Mache 3D hills in the foreground with metal staircase...
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1880s European Early Victorian Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood, Paper
$5,251
H 24 in W 26 in D 7 in
Antique
Stunning, Hand Carved Wood Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture by Geldorp
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality and meaningful work of religious art.
This beautifully finest hand carved and large size Sacred Heart of Christ statue is another one of our recent great finds. In ou...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Beech
$2,814
H 19.7 in W 7 in D 4.9 in
19th Century French Automaton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous rare 19th century automaton. Most likely made in France at the end of the 19th century. She is a real beauty and in remarkable condition for her age. She is made of porcelain and cloth. When you wind her she bends her head and raises bouquet to smell the flowers. With the stand she is 15 1/2 inches high. Just herself measures 11 1/2 inches high. Approximately 5 1/2 inches in width and depth. There is a monogram on the back of her neck that appears to be the letter C...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Taxidermy Peasant Stand Real Decoration Object Pheasant Mount Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Taxidermy Pheasant - Real Bird Mount, Rustic Game Bird Display for Home Décor
This striking vintage taxidermy pheasant is a beautifully preserved game bird mount, showcasing...
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1920s Danish Hollywood Regency Vintage Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Animal Skin, Feathers
$3,137 / item
H 16.15 in W 27.56 in D 7.88 in
Large
Wonderful Antique Bronze Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Mint condition, Serene and meaningful work of religious art.
This beautifully hand-crafted bronze Sacred Heart of Christ statuette is another one of our recent great finds. In our v...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$2,695
H 20.5 in W 10.5 in D 7.2 in
Antique Museum Quality Hand Carved Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture / Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and meaningful finest work of religious art.
This beautifully stylish hand carved and large size Sacred Heart of Christ statue is another one of our recent great finds. In our view the sculptor has perfectly managed to capture both the wisdom and serenity of our Lord Jesus Christ. This large size and carved out of solid teakwood Sacred Heart sculpture...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood, Teak
$2,216
H 22.8 in W 5.9 in D 4.3 in
19th Century French Cash Register
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century French cash register
A fine old antique register for display
Measures: 16" wide x 17" deep x 9" high
Good antique condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
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Rare Spanish Colonial Renaissance Chariot Carriage Model Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent antique Spanish Colonial Medieval High Renaissance style hand-crafted coach chariot - luxurious horse drawn carriage model.
Born in the late 18th / early 19th century, likely Northern Mexico (New Spain), New Mexico or Texas, handmade by Spanish settlers / colonists, the exceptionally executed one-of-a-kind primitive folk art work features hand carved, painted and sculpted wood and clay construction, intricately detailed, with ornate polychrome and parcel gilt ornamentation.
Provenance / Acquisition:
Property from the Majestic Theatre Penthouse, Downtown San Antonio, Texas
The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people, designed in Spanish Renaissance style and built by renowned Art Deco period architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929. Intended to be the most modern building in South Texas and the first theater in the United States to be air-conditioned, for many years it remained the largest theatre in Texas and the second largest movie theatre in the United States.
Unbeknownst to many of its patrons, who gawk at the rich interior of San Antonio’s oldest theater as they take in a performance at the Majestic Theatre, sitting atop the historic structure is a three-story, 3,500-square-foot penthouse apartment that evokes ‘Old Hollywood Glamour’ for many years it was occupied by a wealthy tenant who threw lavish, extravagant parties attended by the city’s elite.
That man, whose identity remains concealed moved out in recent years, leaving behind a collection of high-end vintage furnishings...
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Early 19th Century North American Spanish Colonial Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay, Wood, Paint
Chinese Han Dynasty Mingqi House Model with Its Inhabitants, circa 202 BC-200 AD
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Han dynasty house model with its occupants and removable roof, circa 202 BC-200 AD. Crafted during the Han dynasty, this mingqi house model...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
H 12 in W 16 in D 7 in
Colonial India Clay Figures
Located in London, GB
19th century clay Indian figures
We are proud to offer a collection of late 19th century clay over wire framed Indian figures. Handcrafted and painted detail, these 10 figures are wire formed over clay. Each figure represents a figure of the Indian workforce of the Victorian ear, from humble house...
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1890s Indian Folk Art Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Five Pieces
Located in South Burlington, VT
Myanmar, Burma, a one of a kind collection of five old Buddhist prayer offering votive sculptures dating to the early part of the last century.
Clay v...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
"Leith" TOTEM Sculpture by Ashley Hicks, 2017
By Ashley Hicks
Located in New York, NY
"Leith" TOTEM sculpture. Hand-sculpted in clay and cast-resin with a hand-painted wooden base. Designed and made by Ashley Hicks, England, 2017.
Category
2010s English Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
"Fernandez" TOTEM Sculpture by Ashley Hicks, 2017
By Ashley Hicks
Located in New York, NY
"Fernandez" TOTEM sculpture. hand-sculpted in clay with a hand-painted wooden base. Designed and made by Ashley Hicks, England, 2017.
Category
2010s English Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Set of Four 19th Century Jewelry Molds
Located in Houston, TX
Set of four jewelry molds on custom-made iron stands.
H 9", W 2", L 2".
H 7.5", W 2", L 2".
H 6", W 2", L 2".
H 5", W 2", L 2".
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19th Century French Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
Set of Three Vintage Glove Moulds
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Set of 3 vintage ceramic rubber glove moulds from the Marigold factory, UK
Category
1950s British Vintage Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
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