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Item Ships From: Chicago
Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonné/Champleve Vase Urn
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonné/Champleve Vase Urn
This Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonné/Champleve Vase Urn showcases the timeless artistry of traditional Japanese craftsmanship...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Anglo-Japanese Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Enamel
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Lotus Jar, c. 1350
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful in its imperfection, this green glazed lidded jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
20th Century Shipibo Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 20th century Amazonian Shipibo pot hand-built from clay, decorated with wide red and orange lines, and glazed with the sap of a tree. Members of...
Category
20th Century Brazilian Tribal Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Pair of Murano Hurricanes
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic pair of 20th century Italian Murano hand-blown glass hurricanes with a swirled pattern. Perfect for candles, but would be stunning if they were electrified and made into lamps!
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,450 / set
Pair of Petite Chinese Famille Rose Longevity Vases, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusual for the petite size, this pair of vases is a beautiful example of famille rose enamelware, also known as fencai ware, meaning "powdery color." Manufactured in the Qing court’s imperial workshops, this technique of overglazing porcelain with enamel gets its name from the white, opaque enamels used to create color gradients and a soft, pastel effect.
Each vase depicts a meeting of Shoulao, the God of Longevity...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Pier Alessandro Giusti and Egidio Di Rosa for Up&Up Travertine Vase Italy, c1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Pier Alessandro Giusti and Egidio Di Rosa for Up&UP Italy sculptural travertine vase circa 1980. This vase is highly scored or incised from bottom to top in a circular motif making i...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Travertine
Assemblage No. 08 - Found Object Minimalist Welded Steel Wall Sculpture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Using entirely found and collected steel objects, this sculpture shows the beauty of repurposed steel. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master welder as well as artistic c...
Category
2010s American Shaker Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Massive Glazed Terracotta Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A massive vintage Mexican glazed terracotta bowl with two applied handles and a beautiful drip glazed pattern on the interior. The exterior is u...
Category
20th Century Mexican Rustic Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Leather Humpback Whale on Custom Steel Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th-century American hand-crafted leather humpback whale, found in one of Oregon's picturesque coastal towns, is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship and creativ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Early 20th Century Palm Wine Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Makenge hand-built ceramic palm wine pot with a graceful shape including a narrow neck and a wide belly. The pot is covered ...
Category
Early 20th Century Zambian Tribal Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Natural Fiber
Early Peter Voulkus Ceramic Vase
By Peter Voulkos
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Peter Voulkus ceramic vase early 1960'd
[unsigned].
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Six Early 20th Century American Albany Slip Glazed Mixing Bowls
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely assembled set of six early 20th century American Albany-slip glazed stoneware mixing bowls of simple but sophisticated forms in varied ...
Category
Early 1900s American Country Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Japanese Enameled Silver Chrysanthemum Box
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely silver box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. The petite bonbonnière is formed of high quality silver with a rectangular cartouche form and a removable lid. T...
Category
20th Century Japanese Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
Petite Indonesian Brass Betel Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid....
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Chinese White Glazed Ginger Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
A strong but silent 20th century Chinese white glazed porcelain ginger jar with a lid and straight sides. Perfect as is, or filled with flowers, branches, or any other myriad vices y...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American red painted oak splint round gathering basket with a tapered asymmetrical form making it perfect for hanging on a wall. Found in Western Massachusetts.
Category
19th Century American Rustic Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
“Tiny Brocade Jacket" by Gordon Chandler
By Gordon Chandler
Located in Chicago, IL
Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Hivo Van Teal Pyramidal Acrylic Sculpture
By Hivo Van Teal
Located in Chicago, IL
Four part acrylic pyramidal sculpture by Hivo Van Teal. Four canted and bevelled triangular pieces of acrylic or Lucite with an open circular carved centre. All surmounted on a bevel...
Category
1970s American Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Acrylic
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Celadon Glazed Temple Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To keep her elaborate hairstyle intact while sleeping, a well-to-do Qing-dynasty woman would use a rigid headrest or neck pillow to keep her head elevated. Whether functional or pure...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Assemblage No.04 - Steel and Wood Assemblage - Industrial sculpture - Jim Rose
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Assemblage No.04 is a captivating statement piece. Heavy, Rough and impenetrable, this sculpture is a testament to Jim Rose's work. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master...
Category
2010s American Rustic Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Polished Silver Decantor, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada - "Arno"
By Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable example of minimalist design and natural form, this silver vessel is both beautiful and functional. This prototype by designer Raju Peddada is a shift in contemporary d...
Category
Early 2000s Canadian Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Vintage Native Chippewa Birch Bark Berry Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage Native Chippewa berry basket is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship, made entirely from birch bark. The rough, textured white bark forms the sturdy sides of...
Category
20th Century American Native American Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Birch
Ancient Marble Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous ancient vessel carved from one piece of marble with subtle pink veins running throughout. Perfect for use as a vessel sink in a powder room,...
Category
18th Century Rustic Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$2,800
Pair of Vintage English Brass Anchor Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite vintage English brass candlesticks showcase a captivating anchor design that is sure to enchant any admirer of fine craftsmanship. Fashioned in the form of anchors, t...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Chinese Lacquered Harvest Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. The round basket has been...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Willow
Orient
Flume Iridescent Art Glass Pulled Feather Jack in the Pulpit Vase
By Orient
Flume
Located in Chicago, IL
Outstanding iridescent pulled feather art glass Jack in the Pulpit vase by the renown glass artists at Orient & Flume.
The front features a beautiful and vibrant iridescent gold. Th...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Korean Nambangae Grain Mortar, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This primitive wooden vessel is a traditional Korean wood mortar used for pounding rice and grains. A form unique to South Korea's Jeju Island, the mortar is known as a nambang-ae an...
Category
Early 19th Century Korean Primitive Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Early 20th Century Japanese Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern-in-spirit early 20th century Japanese hand-carved wooden tray of rectangular form raised on two runners, and with a circular convex bowl in the center. There are several knife marks on one side making us believe that this was used in the kitchen. Today its perfect for catching your keys, pocket change...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rare Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Resin Hinged Box
By Paul Evans
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Resin Hinged Box
From the collection of Dorsey Reading
Material: Bronze resin, brass hinge, plastic-laminated interior
Dimensions: 6.50" H × 11.50" W ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Serpent
s run, Abstract Sculpture, Brightly Colored Intertwined Geometric Form
By Robert Segal
Located in Chicago, IL
Robert Segal’s abstract sculpture offers a particularly fertile ground for experiments in shape, color, proportion, and technique. He steps away from non-traditional sculpting method...
Category
1990s American Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Acrylic, Fiberglass
Chinese Glazed Kitchen Jar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century vessel emulates the full-bodied shapes and unusual glazing found in ancient ceramics. A thick brown glaze clings to the upper half of the jar, dripping to a s...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Abstract Bronze Sculpture Reminiscent of Naturally Emerging Rocks
Located in Chicago, IL
This bronze very dark patinated bronze sculpture by a talented unknown artist reminiscent of remerging natural rock formations. The relation to the natural world is evident. Perhaps ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel on Wood Block Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Steel
Studio Pottery Lidded Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
A fun and unique domed studio pottery lidded jar with a textured pattern reminiscent of snakeskin and with stamped flowers. Marked illegibly on t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Five Iron Phallus Fertility Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of five early 20th century iron phallus figures from Togo. Fertility figures like these were planted in the ground of a farmer's fiel...
Category
Early 20th Century Togolese Tribal Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$3,200 / set
19th Century Kitchen Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American kitchen hardwood mortar with a turned softwood pestle. It’s likely that this mortar would have lived in a larger wood or marble holder, and removed ...
Category
19th Century American Primitive Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Bisque Porcelain Macaque Monkeys
Located in Chicago, IL
This delightful pair of white bisque porcelain long-tailed macaque monkeys brings charm and whimsy to any space. One monkey sits serenely, cradling a ripe peach in its delicate hands...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
$1,400 / set
Regatta
, An American Brutalist Iron Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century American Brutalist iron sculpture, titled Regatta, captures the dynamic energy of a sailboat race with bold, abstracted forms. The composition features four sai...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century French Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century French vineyard basket hand-woven from reeds with a heavy rim, rope handles, and wooden slat bottom. Perfect for laundry, or filled with throw pillows a...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
Persimmon Orange Bottleneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of monochrome ceramics, this tall gooseneck vase is glazed in vibrant persimmon-orange glaze. The vase features a rounded, globular body and a nar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
$480 / item
19th Century Bavarian Hunt Plaque
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic late 19th century Bavarian hand carved fruitwood hunt plaque depicting a roe deer hanging from a wooden peg over an oak branch with leaves and ...
Category
19th Century German Country Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Slice #1, Objet d
Art - Sliced Figurine with Hood Ornament on a Marble Base
By John Seubert
Located in Chicago, IL
Self-taught artist John Seubert, AKA John Dolly, uses objects he uncovers as he rehabs older homes in Chicago. This piece has a "slice" of a metal sculpture that was salvaged. A sev...
Category
2010s American Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Incredible 18th Century English Mahogany Platter
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 18th century, or earlier, English mahogany platter hand carved of one piece of wood, with a handle on one side, butterfly joint repairs, and a fantastic patina that onl...
Category
18th Century English Georgian Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of 19th Century Black Forest Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of whimsical 19th century German black forest carved wood candlesticks depicting moonflowers and cattails, mounted on oval bases with gilt painted details.
Category
19th Century German Country Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$1,950 / set
Hungarian Hand-Cut Red and White Cased Glass Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
Hungarian hand cut and hand cased crystal bowl with convex center. Double circle incising takes on a three dimensional feel with the deep cut square in between each circle.
Category
Late 20th Century Hungarian Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Lotus Jar, c. 1350
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful in its imperfection, this lidded jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and g...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Offering Jar, c. 1350
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful in its imperfection, this green glazed lidded jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Zodiac Jar, c. 1350
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful in its imperfection, this lidded jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and g...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Italian Avocado Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
A playful and whimsical mid-20th century Italian porcelain sculpture with five avocados, one cut in half with the pit showing, and placed in a basket with grass, all molded in porcel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Aquaring, Sculptural Polished Silver Decanter, Made In Italy
By Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning example of minimalist design and natural form, this silver decanter is both beautiful and functional. Fabricated in Italy, this proto-type by designer Raju Peddada is a s...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
Modernist Carved Stone Portrait Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
This 21st century hand-carved stone portrait bust is expertly hewn from a striped gray and tan stone. The artist expertly and intentionally utilized the natural veining of the stone ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Handmade Art Deco Bronze Vase with Herons Overlay
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade Art Deco Bronze Vase with Herons Overlay
Waxed casting and polished forging.
Good condition, Surface shows no dents, minor scratches.
Dimensions:
H13 x W9 x D6 in.
Category
1930s Japanese Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Jacques Blin French Ceramic Turquoise Blue Sgraffito Chalice Vase
By Jacques Blin
Located in Chicago, IL
Jacques Blin turquoise blue glazed with iconic sgraffito drawings tall chalice vase. Iconic sgraffito etching at the neck and the bottom with lines and circles within bands. Cream gl...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Silver Fan-Form Box
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely silver box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. Precious in the hand, the petite bonbonnière is formed of high quality silver in the shape of a paper folding fa...
Category
20th Century Japanese Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Albany Large Vase
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
ALBANY LARGE VASE
The Albany Vase inverts tradition with intricate fluting detail on the interior. The strong architectural lines are an exercise in material studies and production ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
19th Century French Stone Carver
s Hammer and Chisels on Custom Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible and rare set of 19th century French stone carver's wooden mallet and six iron chisels, mounted on a custom steel stand. Found in Roen, Nor...
Category
19th Century French Primitive Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Large 19th Century Wooden Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
A large 19th century Central American wooden mortar with a beautifully hand-hewn texture and a well worn finish. Mortars like these were used to crush grains, spices, herbs, and othe...
Category
19th Century Central American Tribal Antique Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Springtime Phoenix Tail Vase, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The phoenix tail vase form dates back as far as the bronze age and has remained a popular shape for its clean lines and graceful curves. Created in the early 20th century, this parti...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Italian Brass Miniature Opera Mask on Custom Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
This miniature cast brass Italian opera mask, mounted on a custom steel stand, offers a charming glimpse into the extravagant world of 18th and 19th-century Venetian masquerade balls...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage White Rams Head Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage White Rams Head Sculpture
Decorate your rustic space with this oversized white rams head sculpture. The sculpture would look beautiful on your mantlepiece or on a side table...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chicago - Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster
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