Rococo Furniture

A very impressive French Rococo fireplace carved in statuary marble. The panelled frieze and bracketed jambs delicately carved with trailing fl...

19th century carved giltwood Rococo style mirror with acanthus leaves and carved shell design.

A large chimneypiece executed in yellow Siena marble. The central cartouche carving Hercules wearing the Nemean lionskin, flanked on either side by carved foliate scrollwork, which ...

An Italian tôle lantern from the 18th century with gilded, rococo motifs on dark metal housing. Crowned with a gilded finial to symbolize a burning flame, the theme continues down th...

A Monumental Meissen Porcelain Figural Group of Apollo and the Nine Muses on Mount Parnassus. Comprised of sixteen interlocking parts. Apollo standing holding a lyre and with Pegasus besides a tree, atop a rocky outcrop detailed with foliage and waterfalls above nine goddesses: Calliope, seated and shown writing, representing eloquence and epic poetry. Clio, seated with an open book and blowing a trumpet, representing history. Erato, seated and holding a kithara, representing science and the arts Euterpe, seated and holding a flute, representing music. Melpomene, seated holding a knife and with one hand to her head, representing tragedy. Thalia, seated and holding aloft mask, representing comedy and idyllic poetry. Urania, seated with telescope and globe, representing astronomy and astrology, Polyhymnia, standing with one hand raised and holding a book, representing sacred poetry. Terpsichore, standing, representing dance. Each piece exceptionally finely detailed and painted. The base portions with rocaille edges. On a later black polished wooden base. Multiple blue crossed swords marks. Each piece titled to underside. German, Circa 1880. Mount Parnassus, is a spur of the Pindus Mountains in central Greece and was sacred to the ancient Greeks and in mythology to Apollo, the god of music and poetry and of the Sun and light. Mount Parnassus the mythical centre of poetry, music, and learning in ancient Greece was a popular theme in Barqoue and Rococo art, often substitutable with Athena’s arrival at Mount Helicon from the fifth book of Ovid’s “Metamorphoses”, where she asks the Muses to show her the new spring which gushed forth from the spot where Pegasus “with his hoof of horn opened the earth” (V, 250-260). Here, the mountain, formed from rugged rock cliffs, culminates in a plateau on which the youthful Apollo stands and plays the lyre. The Castalian spring flows from beneath Pegasus’ hoof, representing the source of inspiration and attracting the nine muses, who embody the arts and inspire creation through song, music, and dance. Mount Parnassus was created at the Meissen porcelain manufactory as a table centrepiece and an earlier version, apparently with only five muses, is listed in the inventory of the pastry shop of the Meissen manufactory manager and cabinet minister Heinrich Graf Brühl in 1753. The storage in the pastry shop of approximately 3,000 objects and dishes, including many individual parts for centrepieces, is related to their function as table decorations, replacing decorations previously made by the confectioner from perishable materials such as sugar or wax. The purpose of this table decoration was as a feast for the eyes to accompany the feast of the banquet. The sculptural figurines often depicted a particular theme, with characters drawn from theatre and opera, from classical mythology or pastoral idylls. Allegories and mythological themes, such as the glorification of fine arts, were also popular. Stylistically, Mount Parnassus fits Kändler’s style of the 1740s, and was sold by Brühl in 1762 to Frederick the Great of Prussia who used mythology as a means of self-expression and had already ordered individual figures of Apollo and the Muses as table decorations in 1744. Today it is in the Museum of Applied Arts, Frankfurt (inv. no. M.L. 41). There is another version of Mount Parnassus, from the collection of Prince Alexander Dolgorukoff, in the Hermitage in Saint Petersburg. The present version dates to the second half of the nineteenth century when there was a great revival of Kändler rococo figurines which were reissued and a “Second Rococo”. Another nineteenth century example is in the collection of the Museo Francesco Borgogna, Italy (inv. 1906, XIII, 19-20). These nineteenth century versions were made by the Meissen factory using Kändler's period models. It is recorded that a new version of Mount Parnassus, dating to the 1880s, was part of the Royal Porcelain collection in Dresden: 'In the porcelain collection there is a new version from the 1880s based on the old models, the largest group of this genre, the Parnassus, which shows the named muses all around on the lower part of the rock, each practising their own art, while on the top there is Apollo with the lyre and next to it the Castalian spring rises from the hoofbeat of Pegasus. Each figure is executed individually with its rocky background, and all the pieces are then fitted together, as we have already seen in his earlier, larger compositions. The rock pieces are finished off like a pedestal at the bottom with Rococo ornaments.' (Jean Louis Sponsel, Kabinettstücke der Meissner Porzellan-manufaktur von Johann Joachim Kändler, Leipzig, 1900, pp. 203-204). Kunst und kunsthandwerk; monatsschrift herausgegeben vom Österreichischen museum fuer kunst und industrie, Vienna, 1894, v.7 pt.1, p.133. Kari Berling, Das Meißner Porzellan und seine Geschichte. Leipzig 1900, S. 99, 187-200. Helmuth Gröger, Johann Joachim Kaendler. Dresden, 1956. Peter W Meister, Franz Adrian Dreier, Figürliche Keramik aus zwei Jahrtausenden. Kat Museum für Kunsthandwerk, Frankfurt. Frankfurt 1964, Nr. 90. Rainer Rückert, Meißener Porzellan, 1710-1810. Kat. Ausst. Bayerisches Nationalmuseum München. München 1966. Stefan Bursche, Tafelzier des Barock. München 1974, Abb. 300. "Tafelaufsatz, Der Parnass", Auswahlkatalog, Museum für Kunsthandwerk (Frankfurt am Main, Germany), 1987, pp. 86-87. Alfred Ziffer, ‘Meissener Porzellanplastik für fürstliches Interieur und Zeremoniell’, Keramos, Issue 241/242, pp. 29–52. MEISSEN The production of Meissen porcelain began in 1710 at the manufactory at Meissen...

A very fine and impressive pair of French 19th century Louis XV style Rococo style six-light gilt-bronze wall lights - wall sconces. The ornate six-light candelabrum with five scroll...

This antique porcelain mantel clock demonstrates the 19th century nostalgia for the delicately elegant decorative arts under King Louis XV, also known as the Rococo style. Crafted by celebrated porcelain artist Jacob Petit, this exquisite clock is particularly notable for the way in which the porcelain has been shaped so as to give the clock such a whimsically free-spirited, scrolling shape. The clock is formed as a clock case upon a lower base, which are both decorated as a though a singular piece with green glaze on a white ground, accented with painted floral panels and extensive gilt highlights all over. The clock case, which is particularly exuberant in design, features a central, circular clock dial. The white enamelled dial is bordered with beaded ormolu, and features black Roman numerals and the inscription 'Scherer'- the name of the 19th century Parisian clock...

This exquisite antique crystal chandelier is a fine example of early 20th-century European craftsmanship, featuring an ornate frame draped in delicate macaroni beading and festooned ...

Made circa 1780, this 18th century Dutch Delft vase was hand painted with floral decoration of flowers and scrolling vines. A beautiful deep cobalt blue covers most of the surface....

Venetian Chandelier in Transparent Murano Glass, Italy 1950s. This beautiful chandelier was entirely hand-crafted in the island of Murano (Italy) during 1950s. This ancient artwork is characterized by an exquisitely decorated framework and 14 curved arms, each holding a pendant with a flower-shaped bobeige and a small bell...

Rectangular porcelain box with rounded shoulders, small round, slightly domed lid with bud handle, colourful painted merchant scenes on the four sides and on the top of the lid, gold...

This is a wonderful late 19th century sterling patch or pill box in the 17th/18th century style. The box is designed as an oval with a repousse lid depicting a farm yard vignette detailed with farm buildings, chickens and family life. The reverse is a simple polished sterling oval that has been hallmarked and bears the export mark "Germany". The box is in overall very good condition; the clasp is tight and no heavy wear is present. This silver piece would make an outstanding ring presentation box...

An elegant and playful expression of Rococo design, the Venetian Bed by La Maison London features intricate filigree work with flowing ‘S’ curves, acanthus leaf carvings, shell motif...

Rococo style table with legs characterized by a precious decoration of flowers and foliage intertwined with elaborate volutes that create the central cross connection. Made in bron...

Dutch Delft blue and white 'Peacock' platter, second half 18th century, with ochre rim, the center decorated in cobalt with a vase containing an arrangement of peacock feathers and f...

A beautiful and rare pair of French Sèvres porcelain bronze-mounted urns, Neoclassical/Rococo design period, circa 19th century, mid-1800s, Fra...

Antique Rococo style porcelain mirror by Meissen German, 19th century Measures: Height 94cm, width 66cm, depth 14cm...

A fine Meissen gravy or sauce boat. By the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory. Having tin handles, two spouts, and an integral undertray. In the Neu Brandenstein...

This monumental American sterling silver flatware service by Gorham epitomizes the stately glamour of turn-of-the-century dining. A to...

A beautiful pair of 18th century Austrian carved gilt wood angel cherubs with their original hooks to the back .

A Rare 19th Century Meissen Porcelain ‘Schneeballen’ (Snowball) Covered Bowl and Underplate with Encrusted Flowers, Vines, Leaves, and Birds. This piece is very rare and extremely hi...

Sculpture "Nymph and Satyr", made by the author Claude "Clodion" Michel (1738-1814). Made of bronze and patinated in brown. Signed Clodion. France, CIRCA 1780.

Gilt bronze three-piece clock set by Raingo Frères and Henri Picard This exceptional 19th century clock set comprises of three pieces crafted from gilt bronze: a central mantel cl...

Antique blue Sèvres porcelain centrepiece French, 1876 Height 24cm, diameter 33.5cm Produced by Sèvres, this refined porcelain centrepiece is a superb expression of the factory’s ce...

This stunning 18th-century Swedish Rococo vitrine, circa 1750, exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of the Rococo period. Crafted from solid pine wood, it features an arched cr...

A Magnificent Rococo Style Gilt-Bronze, Bois Satiné and Mahogany Commode. By Rosel, Brussels, After The Celebrated Model By Johann Melchoir Kambli. Of curvaceous bombé form surmoun...

French Vintage Tapestry Gallant Scene from the mid-20th century. A beautiful French tapestry in Aubusson style, within a leaf border featuring a gallant scene - a romantic scene in a...

Rococo Style Silvered Wood Framed Mirror, with hexagonal beveled glass mirror plate. Mirror plate: 33.5" H x 23.5" W; frame: 52.25" H x 36" W. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collect...

An exceptional quality armoire with superior color and carving.  From the Bresse region of France with design and construction motifs and characteristics unique to this region. The b...

Decorate a dining room, breakfast room or entry with this antique gilt wood chandelier. Hand carved in France circa 1920, the fixture is characterized by its intricate detailing and ...

Set of 4 Italian Rococo (17th/18th Century) green painted columns with gold swirl carved floral design and Corinthian capitals.

18th century Italian cross mounted on a polished pink hematite quartz heart and adorned with aurora (sunset) quartz and a natural-forming cross shaped baroque pearl. The 18th centu...

Pair petite Venetian polychromed giltwood console tables: gold and silver parcel gilt wood with a faux-painted marble top. The wood has been carved to resemble beautiful branches wit...

Antique French Rococo style gilt pewter and porcelain inkwell from circa 1900, marked "Chatelain". This beautifully shaped gilt pewter inkwell is adorned with flowers in the center ...

Exquisite in every way, this gilt wood mirror from the 1930's is made from carved acanthus leaves and tiny flowers. Imagine this unique oval mirror in your powder room or small entry...

A beautiful 18th Rococo writing table in absolutely original condition. The table features a single drawer and a beautiful vintage patina with the original...

Sculptural 18th century Italian fragment with elestial quartz and mounted on an agate slice. The fragment was originally from a historical Italian church. It is mounted with the ele...

Italian 18th century rococo carved walnut sofa or canape Standing on four cabriole legs with stylized foliage a carved rocaille shaped apron with a padded seat. The padded back with a carved wooden frame decorated with acanthus leaf scrolls and a cresting centered by a large rocaille. The carving presents elegance and movement in a vivid manner with powerful rocaille carving as is characteristic of Italian Rococo furniture...

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18th century Swedish Antique Rustic provincial rococo table/ desk from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A very rustic rococo desk with incred...

Swedish 19th century rococo revival side table circa 1840. Practical table with multiple uses around the home such as a side or hallway table. Bare pine top with rounded corners, h...

Very nice, not to large, Rococo samovar in copper with brass lining and nozzle.

Carved and gilded Baroque style console with marble top.

This striking oak secretary is an elegant statement piece with paneled doors, crown and three large lower serpentine drawers. The entire secretary has been given a professional custo...

These exquisite jugs have been expertly crafted in glass and are mounted with sterling silver necks, spouts, handles and lids. The broadest part of the glass base, just above the...

Maiolica pitcher Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). It measures 8.66 x 8.66 x 4.33 in (22 x 22 x 11 ...

Meissen gorgeous rococo mantel / table clock made of gilded / gilt bronze, excellently decorated with sculptured figurines made of porcelain. Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue M...

An impressive antique style gold gilt wooden ornate frame. This frame is suitable for most style artwork including prints, watercolors as well as oil on board paintings. Fantastic st...

19th C. Italian pair of ornate, antique architectural elements featuring intricate acanthus leaf designs. They are mounted on rectangular wooden bases, which show signs of age with ...

Rocking chair from the late 19th century, hand carved with turned wood details on 2 casters. Sturdy and comfortable crafted frame with decorative rocking base. Nail head trim adorn t...

Early 19th-century Danish oak secretary bureau with a newer professionally applied antique white painted exterior finish and a contrasting muted gray interior. The serpentine front e...

A superb late-19th century porcelain mantel clock, titled “La Manche”, created by the renowned Ansonia Clock Company in collaboration with Royal Bonn of Germany—famed for their exqu...

Bring unmatched grandeur and European artistry into your home with this monumental, custom-made-in-Italy, 20-seat Venetian Rococo–style dining set. Designed on a truly spectacular sc...

An ornate French Rococo brass firescreen. The hoofed feet surmounted by stiff acanthus leaves and guilloche pattern to outer frame, with rope handle a...

This elegant Antique Rococo Headboard is the perfect centrepiece for a classic bedroom. Crafted in Italy during the 1900s, this headboard boasts a timeless Rococo style. We can make ...

This set of eight blue and white Delft chargers was made at De Vergulde Bloempot and De Klaaw in the Netherlands between 1780 and 1820. They feature the gorgeous "Peacock" pattern, o...

A refined pair of late 19th-century Venetian armchairs, finely hand-carved in solid walnut, fully restored and reinterpreted with a contemporary sensibility. The seats have been reup...

An exceptionally rare and large Meissen porcelain mythological figure centerpiece titled *Neptune and Thetis*, produced in the late 19th century by the renowned Meissen porcelain man...

A pair of shapely late 18th Century Swedish Rococo side chairs. With carved top rail and serpentine seat over a generous cabriole leg, terminating in ball and claw feet. The whole re...

Fine quality English Rococo-style 6-piece Martin Hall & Co. silver plate tea/coffee set with associated tray. Large tray with coffee and...