Country Furniture

A Very Fine and Charming Italian Late 19th to early 20th-Century Carrara Marble Sculpture Group Titled “The Village Celebration” by Professor Antonio Garella (Italian, 1863-1919). The intricately, impressive and exceptionally carved statuary marble group depicting a dancing and singing group of Italian villagers, dancing and singing in a lively embrace, holding hands and arms. The joyful scene includes a figure playing an accordion, another holding a wicker basket, and a hunter with a rifle slung over his back, accompanied by his hunting dog. The sculpture is elegantly mounted on a swiveling, carved green marble pedestal. Signed: Profre A. Garella – Galleria P. Bazzanti, Firenze. Circa: Florence, 1900. Antonio Giuseppe Garella (1863–1919) was an Italian sculptor renowned for his work in marble, alabaster, and bronze during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Ferrara (some sources cite Bologna), he trained at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence and in Bologna before establishing himself in Florence, where he became a prominent figure in the city’s artistic community. Often referred to as "Professor Antonio Garella," he was closely associated with the Galleria P. Bazzanti, a prestigious hub for sculpture sales and exhibitions. Garella’s career spanned the fin-de-siècle period, blending neoclassical influences with romantic, narrative themes inspired by everyday Italian life and classical antiquity. His sculptures, known for their intricate carving and emotional expressiveness, include lively portrayals, as seen in The Village Celebration. Other notable works include The Love Letter, a white marble figure of a young woman reading, evoking tender emotion; La Notte (The Night), a nude sculpture of a flying maiden above an orb; Diane of Gabii, a life-size marble inspired by classical antiquity; and Apollo and Daphne, a large marble sculpture modeled after Gianlorenzo Bernini’s 17th-century masterpiece in the Borghese Villa, Rome. In Apollo and Daphne, drawn from Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Garella captures the myth of the chaste nymph Daphne, pursued by the young god Apollo, who is bewitched by Cupid to fall in love with her. As Daphne prays to her river-god father to escape Apollo’s advances, she transforms into a laurel tree. Garella, like Bernini, sensitively carves Daphne’s feet and hands morphing into leaves and branches, while Ovid notes that Apollo can still feel her heart beating beneath the bark. Garella’s monumental commissions further highlight his prominence, including a 1904 statue of Garibaldi in Pistoia and two statues, L’Architettura and La Musica, for the Vittorio Emanuele II Monument in Rome. Though not as celebrated as Antonio Canova (1757–1822), Garella significantly contributed to Florence’s marble sculpture tradition, bridging academic styles with emerging 20th-century trends and influencing decorative arts. His masterpieces, often crafted through ateliers like Galleria P. Bazzanti, remain highly valued in European and American private collections, with limited auction records due to their scarcity in the antiques trade market. Related Literature: A. Panzetta, Nuovo dizionario degli scultori italiani, Turin, 2003, vol. I. Museums: • Museo Civico di Prato (Prato Civic Museum) - Prato, Italy Ritratto di Filippino Lippi (Portrait of Filippino Lippi) Bronze and marble bust portraying the Renaissance painter Filippino Lippi (1457–1504), reflecting Garella's skill in portraiture and historical homage. • Fondazione Sgarbi (Sgarbi Foundation; a private cultural institution with museum-like functions, focused on art collections) - Ro Ferrarese, Italy Saffo (Sappho) Polymaterial bust (likely marble and other media) depicting the ancient Greek poet Sappho, emphasizing classical themes. • Muzeum Palac-Herbsta – Łódź, Poland...

Monumental country English provincial farmhouse harvest table or dining table crafted from fruitwood. The table has a two-plank top measuring 1 inch thick and is very strong with lit...

Charming 19th century country English provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from fruitwood. The round table features a large pull-out work table measuring 22 inches wide by 26 in...

19thc Hand Made and hand painted Settee three seater. Wonderful peach and leaf design. Found in Berks County Pennsylvania. Wonderful age and patina. Wonderful Green color and gold co...

Large and rustic 19th century Pennsylvania dutch farmhouse work table, harvest table, or console. The table features a two plank top measuring nearly 1...

Antique French Solid Oak Drapers Table, 19th Century is in very good condition. Featuring a spacious work surface complemented by a lower shelf, it's both a functional and charming ...

A robust and evocative apple harvesting barrel from early 20th century France, crafted in solid oak and bound with aged steel bands. This utilitarian piece speaks to the rhythms of r...

Large 19th century American farmhouse table, work table, or harvest table. Featuring a rustic plank top 10 feet long. Supported by thick turne...

This early 1880s original black painted Windsor side chair is in fine condition and has a wonderful surface.

Handsome late 19th century French country folding library ladder. Featuring a handcrafted design with seven rungs or steps and iron hardware. From an estate in Santa Barbara, CA.

Decorated large and engraved turkey platter. Hand Engraved and in great condition.

Gorgeous 20th century country French farmhouse dining table featuring a rare mahogany construction. The table has a 2 inch thick solid mahogany plank top having a straight edge border. The top is supported by a massive trestle base with 4 inch thick square post legs conjoined by an H form stretcher. Each end of the table is fitted with a small storage drawer having a patinated brass round pull. Ample leg room measuring 24 inches from the floor to the apron. The radiant mahogany woodgrains are featured throughout the table with a dark finish. The finish has a desirable aged patina to commensurate its age and use. Very heavy and solid with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. Erin Lane Estate...

Vintage Collectible Dish County Hotel Canterbury England 1960s. Jewellery, Pin Dish, Ashtray, Glass dish in black and gold design of a horse in the middle on a banner inscribed with ...

These amazing early red and white striped ticking pillows are in great condition and are sold in pairs. There are two pairs in stock a 20 x 20 and a pair 22 x 22. Sold individually.

19th century very rare Holmes county Ohio Amish hole in the barn door quilt. This early and very rare all cotton quilt has a cheddar backing and ...

Large country farmhouse aesthetic console table, sofa table, or display table measuring over 8 feet wide. The table is crafted from hardwood and features a thick plank top supported ...

19th C Birds in Fight Quilt From Lancaster County Pennsylvania Very Finely Quilted and Piece Work. Amazing Construction. Note: Minor Color Lifts in Brown Blocks

Beautiful American Indian Pima basket with great form and design. Very tightly woven and in stellar condition.

This pair of decorative lumbar pillows features an elegant vintage-style floral design on a warm beige background. The pattern includes beautifully detailed roses in shades of deep p...

Grand whimsical oil and acrylic on canvas painting depicting a large hare or bunny in blue overalls by Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The wood canvas frame has a gracefully curved ...

Handmade and painted Uncle Sam in all original painted surface.We made a wood block stand for the carved Uncle Sam folky sign.

Rustic late 19th/early 20th century country English farmhouse three drawer work table, console, or server crafted from pine. The top features a 1 inch thick plank surface supported b...

This fine butter churn has the salt glaze and blue decoration with a number six on the face of the crock. It has the doubled handles in fine condition.

Set of 2 Petrus Regout Maastricht cups and saucers. Now known as The Royal Sphinx factory, Petrus Regout was established in 1834 as a glass making company and two years into their...

Handsome 20th century French provincial style farmhouse dining table crafted from oak. The table features a two-inch thick rectangular top supported by a trestle base with double tur...

19Thc Original surface Windsor rocking chair from England in fine sturdy condition. This rocker is in wonderful aged surface.

19th century English blue and white ironstone serving platter. This Fine example of early blue willow is great as a serving platter or great hanging on the wall. The condition is ver...

This early finely paint decorated tall blanket chest is in fine condition. The tall lift top chest has two top false drawers and all original drawer...

19th century most rare and unusual original painted miniature bible box with original painted surface and gilding. This early gem has original iron hi...

Rustic country English provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from oak and pine. The table features a desirable scraped, bleached like finish with a warm honey toned natural patin...

20th century weathered demilune console table or sofa table featuring an intentionally distressed faux painted finish crafted from hardwood with gracefully scalloped aprons and suppo...

Rustic American country pine farmhouse dining table. Features a six plank wood top with tongue in groove joinery. Supported by an off-white or cream painted base with thick, round tu...

Appliqué poppy quilt with fantastic scallop border. The appliqué and quilting work is very good. Condition is very good as well.

18th Century solid cherrywood dining table. In remarkable antique condition. Beautifully crafted French County style. Having a useful cutlery drawer on each end. Acquired from a priv...

This streak of lighting quilt is in brown calico fabric. This condition is very good.

Fantastic whimsical oil on canvas painting of a 19th century woman in a dancers costume by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The vibrant colorful painting depicts a 19th centur...

This classic farm table is made by hand, in our own workshop, from hand-selected antique, reclaimed heart pine. This table can be built in practically any size and is fully collaps...

19th c paint decorated Pennsylvania blanket chest (Lancaster County) The blanket chest is dovetailed case and has original bracket feet. Ori...

Tuscany Interiors large hardcover coffee table book By Paolo Rinaldi and Taschen. Nestling in the gentle hills and brushed with the hazy sfumato of the air, the homes of Tuscany hav...

This amazing large spongeware bowl is in pristine condition and has a design sponge pattern or clam shell pattern. It is great as a fruit bowl or center piece bowl on your dining roo...

This expandable harvest table is seen here in 150" x 42", however it can be built in any size. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los Angeles workshop you can influence al...

Pair 19th C bronze Horse bookends Measure 2 deep x 4.5 high x 5wide.

19Thc Original Black painted balloon back Windsor chair in fine condition.This chair is a black over red painted base.

This working lantern is in a patinaed copper and in very good condition. Great nautical look in your beach house or bathroom. It retains the original 19thc glass globe cover. Hurricane Tested Marine Lights...

This super rare and large four gallon 19th century decorated crock with exaggerated grapes design is in pristine condition. Cowden & Wilcox was a pottery company located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in the 19th century. Its very rare as well to find this variety in such a large size and in pristine condition. This is a real collectors choice...

Imposing country Italian provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from oak. The table features a solid oak plank top measuring 2.25 inches thick with rounded demilune ends. The top is supported by a trestle base with massive baluster or urn form legs conjoined by a long stretcher and ending with 8 inch wide shoe feet. The trestle is very solid and sturdy with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The oak has a deep, rich and dark finish with a slightly faded top to commensurate age and use. Handsome profile made on a large scale with rounded ends which gives diners extra space on the ends. Erin Lane...

Beautiful handmade rose applique quilt in amazing condition. Stellar pattern and great stitching The binding is in great condition. Professionally cleaned.

Mid-19th century style pair of reproduction corner cabinets with two doors and a drawer. These pained cabinets were made from pieces of antique pine furniture...

This 19th century lard bucket in original blue and grey painted surface is in fine as found condition. The lid is stamped P.Square Pure Lard Co. under the painted surface. Fantastic ...

This fun and folky hand pieced and quilted crazy quilt is in great as found condition with folky little ties as well. The condition is very good and as well as the hand tied wool tie...

This fine original natural aged surface Windsor side chair is in fine condition with mellow wear. It is strong, sturdy condition. This was found in New England collection.

This late but great combination wool and cotton contained crazy quilt is in good condition with minor wear to the binding. This crib quilt was hand sewn on linen and mounted on a str...

Wonderful rustic farmhouse table with rich vintage original patina. Dates circa 1900, and in stable structural condition. Solid square legs. This table has a beautiful overall patina...

This fine example of unusual spongeware is in good condition with the original metal handle. The lid is also original to the piece.

Distinctive country Italian round oak dining table or center table featuring a parquetry inlay top. The thick circular top showcases traditional marquetry techniques with intricate g...

Early 19Thc New England birdcage Windsor chairs in fine condition.These early chairs have a wonderful mellow patina.The condition is very good and strong & sturdy.Sold as a complete ...

This reclaimed pine farm table is seen here in 96" x 48", however it can be ordered in any size. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los Angeles workshop you can influence a...

Custom classic trestle table in oak with an opened grain ceruse finish, done in a snow on sand color. Wide breadboards, delicate features. Beautiful. Top thickness is about one and t...

Handsome country English style fruitwood dining table hand-crafted by American artisans. The table features a 2 inch thick plank top with breadboard ends. The top has an intentionall...

19th century original old surface child's chair from the Pueblo in New Mexico. The construction is mortised on all sides.