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Place of Origin: European
Fabergé Agate Angel Fish Figurine
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Fabergé Angel Fish Figurine – A Symbol of Fortune and Elegance Like a shimmering dream captured in stone, this exquisite Fabergé sculpture depicts a...
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Mid-20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Agate, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Gemstone sculpture / Object d`art: "YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK" This sculpture is a single piece carved of Brazilian Smokeyquarz (2.958 gr.) and set with blue sapphire eyes. 2009. "The high polished base lets the light in and brings the carving to life. " size: 102 mm wide, 89mm deep, 133mm high weight: 1.142 gr. Artist: Alfred Zimmermann (Idar-Oberstein, Germany) Carving Is A Passion Following in the Idar-Oberstein tradition, master carver, Alfred Zimmermann, has developed and perfected his own art over the past fifty years. Since his school days, drawing had always been a favorite passion of Zimmermann and it formed the base for his gem-carving career. He began that career working for the well-known and traditional gem-carving family, Dreher. Innovative carving techniques and experience over five generations has made Dreher one of the leading animal gemstone...
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Early 2000s Contemporary European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sapphire, Quartz

Antique Spanish Sterling Silver Fish Table figure Flex Body Green Eyes /39gr
Located in SE
1920s- 1930s Spanish Sterling Silver Flexible or Bending Fish with Green Glass eyes. This Fish is a remarkable table decoration with incredibly flexible body. All parts are intricat...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Spanish Filigree Rosary with Crucifix, 18kt Gold and Silver, circa 1920
Located in North Miami, FL
This exceptional rosary, dating to the 1920s, is a remarkable example of Spanish Catholic craftsmanship and devotional artistry. Meticulously handcrafted in 18kt gold and silver fili...
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Mid-20th Century Revival European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Green Parrot Bird Bergman Austrian Vienna Bronze Lovebird Cold Painted Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE BERGMAN AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A GREEN PARROT OR LOVEBIRD. This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bronze, Cold Painted Br...
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20th Century Gilded Age European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Royal Doulton Victorian Lady Porcelain Figurine, England 1937
Located in Chesterland, OH
Royal Doulton "Victorian Lady" – A Rare Exquisite Porcelain Figurine This stunning vintage porcelain figurine, Royal Doulton’s "Victorian Lady", is a highly collectible piece designed by Leslie Harradine, one of Doulton’s most celebrated artists. Produced between 1925 and 1952, this particular example dates to 1937 and features a charming pink and purple colorway—one of fifteen recorded variations documented in Charlton’s Standard Catalogue of Royal Doulton Figurines...
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Early 20th Century Victorian European Figurines and Sculptures

Mauboussin White Diamonds Mermaid Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Rome, IT
Maboussin Spiral Ring "My Little Mermaid of Love" made of Silver and White Diamonds. Ring size: 6 USA (12 IT / 52 FR) Length: 2.7 cm (1,06 in) Original certificate of authenticity an...
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2010s Romantic European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Silver

Royal Doulton HN 1982 Sabbath Morn Porcelain Figurine, England, 1945
Located in Chesterland, OH
Royal Doulton "Sabbath Morn" HN 1982 – A Rare Vintage Porcelain Masterpiece This exceptionally rare and beautifully preserved vintage porcelai...
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Mid-20th Century Victorian European Figurines and Sculptures

Exclusive And Iconic Scarab Brooch in 18K Gold With Ebony Wood, Horn Diamonds
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Eva Soussana and her partner the "Atelier Franck Mico", are proud to introduce to you the "Goliath" Scarab, an exclusive and iconic piece created by Eva Soussana and Franck Mico, man...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1784 Antique Royal Imperial Vienna Sorgenthal White Cat porcelain figure
Located in SE
Very rare Antique hard paste porcelain figure of a Cat made at the Royal Porcelain factory of Vienna in 1784 , Sorgenthal period (1784 - 1805). Detailed Overglaze hand - painted deco...
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1780s Artist Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

Handcarved Chrysocolla Duck
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Gemstone sculpture / Object d`art: "Chrysocolla Duck" A Natural handcut Chrysocolla duck made in Idar-Oberstein, Germany. The duck has nice pattern and shows the typical bluish and ...
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1990s Contemporary European Figurines and Sculptures

Royal Doulton Dinky Do Porcelain Figurine HN 1678, Art Nouveau
Located in Chesterland, OH
A lovely miniature vintage porcelain figurine Royal Doulton “Dinky Do,” HN 1678, decorated in a light purple and pink colorway, was d...
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20th Century Art Nouveau European Figurines and Sculptures

Exclusive And Iconic Scarab Brooch in 18 Karat Rose Gold, Enamel and Ebony Wood
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Eva Soussana and her partner the "Atelier Franck Mico", are proud to introduce to you the "Hercules" Scarab, an exclusive and iconic piece created by Eva Soussana and Franck Mico, ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Royal Doulton Porcelain Figurine Babie HN 1679
Located in Chesterland, OH
This delightful vintage miniature porcelain figurine Royal Doulton “Babie,” HN 1679, decorated in a light green and blue colorway, wa...
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20th Century Art Nouveau European Figurines and Sculptures

A Large Silver Gold And Hardstone Fob Seal English Circa 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
The urn-shaped handle and cast and chased with two sporting dogs , the carnelian matrix without engraved. English, circa 1870 Height 3cm Weight: 14.40gr.
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Carnelian, Silver, Gold

Royal Doulton Vivienne HN 2073 Porcelain Figurine, Art Deco, England
Located in Chesterland, OH
The Royal Doulton Vivienne HN 2073 figurine was designed by Leslie Harradine, a renowned Royal Doulton artist who worked for the company from 1920 to 1957. The figurine was first int...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco European Figurines and Sculptures

Royal Doulton Victorian Porcelain Figurine Fleurette, England 1933
Located in Chesterland, OH
Exquisite Royal Doulton Porcelain Figurine "Fleurette" – HN1587 We are delighted to present this enchanting antique figurine, a timeless embodiment of Victorian elegance—the exquis...
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Early 20th Century Victorian European Figurines and Sculptures

Monkey Band Austrian Vienna Bronze 9 Piece Antique circa 1900 Drum Violin Horn
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A RARE MONKEY BAND WITH NINE PLAYERS AND CONDUCTORS. THE MONKEY MUSICIANS ARE ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZES. THE BAND INCLUDES THE CONDUCTOR WITH MUSIC STAND, DRUM, VIOLIN, TRUMPET, CELLO OR BASE, CYMBALS, FRENCH HORN OR TUBA AND FLUTE. These wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronzes (Bronze de Vienne...
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Early 20th Century Victorian European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Black Australian Opal Parrot Carving - Created by Gerg Moser
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Created by Gerg Moser in Idar-Oberstein, Germany; this mesmerizing parrot duo showcases the Famous Andamooka Opal. In 1954, when Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia on her first aut...
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1980s Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Opal

Gaetan de Percin knight key ring in silver, silver key ring, articlated key ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Gaetan de Percin knight key ring in silver. This chivalric-themed keychain depicts a knight in armor with a helmet. The legs are articulated at the hips. The chain fastens by passing...
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1960s Modernist Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Cat Kitten on Spool of Thread Austrian Vienna Bronze circa 1900 Miniature Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A CAT OR KITTEN ON A SPOOL OF THREAD. This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bronze, Cold Painted ...
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Early 20th Century Gilded Age European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gilt Porcelain Covered Vases
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of 19th Century tall columnar-style covered vases in fine Meissen gilt porcelain, featuring turquoise bluish-green base colors over a creamy-white ...
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19th Century Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup Deer’
Located in Roma, IT
This deer is one of 12 exclusive Serra's sterling silver "stirrup glasses", (weight 360 gr circa ) models date back to around the mid-1900s, and represent 12 animals that can be placed on the table to serve wine. Te Our 12 glasses are now used to be added to other crystal glasses, maybe to serve a special wine! In this difficult historical period for our health, drinking from silver glasses is really a great help: silver is rich in antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that eradicate the bacteria and antibiotic-resistant pathogens. It can be used as a natural disinfectant of any liquid. Silver is a natural immunity booster . Its nanoparticles create an immunomodulatory activity that gives you a healthy immune system. Popular since the late 18th and 19th century, antique silver stirrup cups...
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2010s European Figurines and Sculptures

Contemporary 18K Gold Turtle Tortoise Reptile Tourmaline Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderfully chunky and excellently modelled 18K turtle has been mounted as a pendant / brooch by Munich master-goldsmith, Günther Hahn. The lovely animal is decorated with 40 di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold

A Large Buccellati Silver Model of a Realistic Caribbean Spiny Lobster
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Large Buccellati Italian Silver Model of a Realistic Caribbean Spiny Lobster Expertly crafted to capture the essence of the real lobster, this mo...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Royal Doulton Porcelain Figurine Cissie HN 1809
Located in Chesterland, OH
A lovely miniature vintage porcelain figurine Royal Doulton “Cissie,” HN 1809, decorated in a light pink colorway, was designed by le...
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20th Century Art Nouveau European Figurines and Sculptures

Royal Doulton Miss Demure Porcelain Figurine, England, Circa 1930
Located in Chesterland, OH
Exquisite Vintage Royal Doulton "Miss Demure" Figurine (HN 1402). This enchanting vintage porcelain figurine, part of Royal Doulton’s beloved "Miss Demure" series (HN 1402), is a true testament to the artistry of the early 20th century. Designed by the celebrated Leslie Harradine, one of Doulton’s most influential artists, this delicate piece captures the elegance and romantic charm of its era. Adorned in a soft lavender and pink color palette, the figurine exudes timeless grace, making it a standout addition to any collection. Details Condition: Height: Approximately 19 cm (7.5 inches) Production Period: 1930–1975 Condition: Pristine, with no chips, cracks, or restoration—a rare find for a piece of this age. Historical Collectible Significance: Crafted during the golden age of Royal Doulton’s figurine...
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Mid-20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

KOENIG Monumental Hand-Carved Agate Bowl Object
Located in St. Moritz, CH
This is a completely unique piece — there exists only one. Crafted entirely by hand over more than 1,000 hours, this extraordinary sculptural bowl is carved from a single, exception...
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2010s European Figurines and Sculptures

Antique Cardinal Richelieu Bronze Bust Sculpture
Located in Firenze, IT
This patinated bronze bust depicting the Cardinal Richeleau (Armand Jean du Plessis de Richelieu, Cardinal-Duc de Richelieu, 1585-1642), the noted French clergyman, noble and statesm...
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1820s Baroque Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

18 Karat Gold Salvador Dalí Cristo De San Juan De La Cruz Necklace and Bracelet
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Limited Edition 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Christ Saint John On The Cross Pendant Necklace / Bracelet This is a limited edition numbered piece from 1970's, number 108 out of 1000...
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1970s Artisan Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Royal Doulton Mirabel Pink Porcelain Figurine, Art Deco, England, 1935
Located in Chesterland, OH
Beauty and coquette Mirabelle! Royal Doulton`s Mirabel Figurine - a 1930s Classic! Introduced in 1935, Mirabel was not only a popular name of the 30s, but with Doulton’s figurine...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco European Figurines and Sculptures

Victorian Silver-Gilt Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in Darien, CT
Silver Gilt Victorian butterfly brooch. Crafted with beautiful gem-set wings and body. Colorful and delightful, the butterfly brooch is set...
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1890s Victorian Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Gilt-bronze and red resin Pisces pendant by Line Vautrin
By Line Vautrin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Beautiful, bronze-doré and red 'Talesol' Pisces pendant by Line Vautrin, 1970s, marked Line Vautrin. Line Vautrin (1913-1997) was a highly independent, self-taught, experimental art...
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1970s Modernist Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

Signed Bergmann Dachshund Dog Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze 6 Inches Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB SIGNED FRANZ BERGMANN ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A STANDING DACHSHUND DOG. The Bergmann Dachshund is one of the finest cold painted Austrian Bronzes you wil...
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Early 20th Century Gilded Age European Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

1923 Rosenthal Ariadne A.Caasmann Porcelain Figure Figurine
By Rosenthal
Located in SE
A Rosenthal figurine of Ariadne - daughter of King Minos of Crete from Greek Mythology. Minos put Ariadne in charge of the labyrinth where sacrifices were made as part of reparations (either to Poseidon or to Athena, depending on the version of the myth); later, she helped Theseus overcome the Minotaur and save the potential sacrificial victims. In other stories, she became the bride of the god Dionysus, with the question of her being mortal or a goddess varying in those accounts Beautiful over - glaze hand painted figurine of a nude in natural tones arranging a wreath of flowers on her head, gilded. Modelled by Albert Caasmann...
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1920s Art Nouveau Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Solid 18k Gold Salvador Dalí Carmen of Crótalos Necklace Sculpture
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
The Carmen La Crotalos necklace was designed to celebrate the Metropolitan Opera House performance of Carmen. This crossover between painting and jewellery was something explored in ...
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1970s Artisan Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Porcelain Figurine Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mother 100th Birthday Limited Edition
Located in Chesterland, OH
This wonderful vintage porcelain figurine, Royal Doulton “HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother” HN 4086, was designed by Royal Doulton artist Alan Maslankowski and was released in a l...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

"Madonna de Port Lligat" Pendentif Necklace Solid 18k Gold by Salvador Dalí
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Unique 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Madonna de Port Lligat Pendant Necklace / Bracelet This is a limited edition numbered piece from 1970's, number 0040/ out of 1000 This necklace comes with a pouch and a frame for collectors piece exhibit Accompanying card from Exmundart Original rights from Land Spring Enginering Ltd, propietor of the exclusive world-wide rights on this sculpture-jewel as stated in the document ordained by Salvador Dalí, and legalised by Mr. José Gómez de la Serna, Notary of Barcelona Spain. Details: Sculpture-Jewel cast wit the use of the lost wax process and denominated Madonna de Port Lligat Length: Bracelet 8¨"/ 20cm Necklace alone 17,32" / 44cm Necklace with bracelet...
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1970s Artisan Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Rare Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Model of a Bull
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Rare Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Model of a Bull, Numbered 7 An impressive and finely detailed sterling silver model of a bull by Buccellati, Italy, numbered 7. Exquisitely h...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco 1800s Ruby Picture Pendant Cameo
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Spectacular, Art Deco, pendant, depicting an encased, renaissance cameo of a Cupid baby and mother lying on a cloud in sky background. This unique a...
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Mid-18th Century Art Deco Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Elephant handicraft in Silver
By Lazzerini Argenteria
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elephant handicraft in silver
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1980s Early Victorian Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Rossella Ugolini 24k Gold-plated Rooster Brooch
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design collection handcrafted masterpiece from Italy: a playful and dynamic Rooster brooch, meticulously crafted in bronze and plated in luxurious 24k gold highlight...
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2010s Artisan European Figurines and Sculptures

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24k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique 14K Corallium Rubrum Grape Vine Gold Brooch Italy
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful large grape brooch was made out of corallium rubrum, a Mediterranean coral, in an Italian workshop between 1850-1860. The grape is made out of different size boutons, vine leaves and 14K golden twines - with the help of golden wires...
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1850s Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

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Coral, 14k Gold

Rare Buccellati Italy Silver Sculpture of the Three Wise Monkeys
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare Buccellati Italy Silver Sculpture of the Three Wise Monkeys A remarkable Buccellati sterling silver sculpture of the iconic Three Wise Mon...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Antique French NancySigned ArtNouveau MuchaMajorelleGruberStyle SilveredGlassBox
By Daum
Located in Chicago, IL
Influenced by the Art Nouveau illustrations of Alphonse Mucha, this Nancy-signed antique French enameled glass jewelry box display case is decora...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

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Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Boucheron Rock Crystal Heron
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Boucheron Rock Crystal Heron A heron sculpture crafted from carved rock crystal set in yellow gold. The base is adorned with a cabochon chalce...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Chalcedony, Coral, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

YBA YoungBritishArtist Sculpture JewelryCostume First US Exhibit NYC 2000-2001
By Contemporary
Located in Chicago, IL
Young British artist (YBA) Philippe Bradshaw (1965-2005) was represented by blue-chip international art galleries when he was the first to reimagine iconic-art images as tapestry-like metal-chain installations in evolving multimedia environments. He is best known for transforming hand-assembled colorful anodized-aluminum links into shimmering semi-transparent layered curtains, whose hanging metallic strands uniquely dispersed the light of his camcorder-video projections and the club-house music from records that he deejayed. In Bradshaw's first American exhibition "Disco Damage" in 2001 at New York City's legendary avant-garde art gallery, Deitch Projects, this jewelry-costume sculpture became part of the artist's live-in evolving studio installation. While later celebrating 15 years of art happenings that had occurred at that Soho exhibition space, its gallerist-cum-museum-director Jeffrey Deitch--who was physically scarred during this unforgettable chaotic several-month experience orchestrated by Bradshaw--recounted this show in his retrospective hardcover book "Live The Art". When Bradshaw drowned in the Parisian-river Seine in August 2005 while living the high life of his skyrocketing success in Europe, he left a small body of large installations that is mostly distributed among the world's top private art collections. Notably, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles has acquired one of his multimedia works. More recently, another assembly of his chain curtains made a rare public appearance at new modern-art museum, Heidi Horten Collection, during its inaugural exhibition in Vienna. Since winning a major British visual-art prize in 2000 that marked Bradshaw's art-world ascent following fellow Goldsmiths-College YBAs who were close friends, this sculpture evolved from one of his most elaborate jewelry costumes that he created in London while seducing the American who became his girlfriend. Unlike other pieces of jewelry that he made as gifts to participating acquaintances while video taping...
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Early 2000s Contemporary European Figurines and Sculptures

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Mixed Metal

A Whimsical Family of Three Buccellati Sterling Silver Ducks
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Whimsical Family of Three Buccellati Sterling Silver Ducks A delightful and finely crafted set of three sterling silver “furry” ducks by Buccellati, Italy. Each naturalistically modeled and intricately hand-chased to create the lifelike texture of soft feathers, a signature technique of Buccellati’s master silversmiths. The ducks vary in size, forming an endearing family grouping that perfectly captures the maison’s celebrated blend of artistry, charm, and realism. Renowned for their exceptional silverwork, Buccellati is especially admired for these whimsical animal sculptures...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 19th century Two Hard Stone Agate Cameos One Shell Cameos Unmounted
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A round Carnelian cameo depicts a laureate after an antique model. The three colour cameo shows a profile bust of a bearded man. This cameo has a diameter of 2 cm. The small oval two...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

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Carnelian

Playful Companions: A Rare Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Nine Mice
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Playful Companions: A Rare Mario Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Mice on Desert Rose Crystal Base. This exceptional and rare Buccellati sculpture features nine meticulously ...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Ancient Roman Military Bronze Stag And Eagle 1st-2nd century AD Guarantee Rare
Located in New York, NY
This Ancient Roman Military Bronze eagle and stag, dating from the 1st to 2nd century AD, stands at a modest yet captivating 3 1/8 inches in height. The finely cast bronze sculpture ...
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique European Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10.5" high x 8.5" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Si...

Signed Bergmann Cat Nurse Delivering Newborn Kitten Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB SIGNED FRANZ BERGMANN ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A CAT NURSE DELIVERING A NEWBORN KITTEN TO THE WAITING MOTHER IN HER HOSPITAL BED. THE BRONZE DATES TO THE L...
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Early 20th Century Gilded Age European Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Solid Silver Leopard Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Solid silver leopard very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 31 mm / 1.220 inches - Length 80 mm / 3.149 inches - Weight 75 grams. It is stam...
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1970s Retro Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Adorable Family of Six Buccellati Sterling Silver Furry Chicks on Petrified Wood
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Adorable Family of Six Italian Buccellati Sterling Silver Furry Chicks Resting on a Petrified Wood Base, Milan 20th Century This enchanting creation by the renowned Italian silve...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Cat Musician Playing Cello Base Kitten Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A CAT OR KITTEN MUSICIAN PLAYING A CELLO OR BASE. THE BRONZE DATES TO THE LATE 19TH TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY AND IS A MASTERPIECE OF ...
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Early 20th Century Gilded Age European Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

An 18K Gold and Gem Set Bust of a King, by George Weil London
By George Weil
Located in Long Island City, NY
An 18K Gold and Gem Set Bust of a King, by George Weil London, circa 1970 This magnificent 18K gold and gem-set bust of a king, crafted by George Weil in London, stands as an embodi...
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20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Solid Silver Fallow Deer Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Solid silver fallow deer, in very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 68 mm / 2.67 inches - Length 66 mm / 2.59 inches - Weight 45 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Italia...
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1970s Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Gemstone Fine Art Sculptured Clock, Aquamarine Sapphire Carvings Diamond
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
A Neoclassical Fine Art Sculptured Clock of Aquamarine Gemstone Carvings, Diamonds, Sapphires, 18kt Gold and Sterling Silver. Idar Oberstein - G...
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Late 20th Century European Figurines and Sculptures

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Blue Sapphire,...

Solid Silver Turtle Figurine Vintage 1970s Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Solid silver turtle very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 14 mm / 0.511 inches - Length 29 mm / 1.141inches - Weight 10 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Italian Mark 8...
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1970s Retro Vintage European Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver