Tri-State Area - Sculptures

True collectors dream. Iconic pair of rare gold leather platform shoes by Vivienne Westwood. These were made especially for the runway and are in a British size 9 There are a few ...

A Fine Pair of Neoclassical Grand Tour Period Hand Carved Verde Antico Marble Figures of Recumbent Lions, After a Model by Antonio Canova (1757–1822) Each lion is carved in verde an...

This kinetic sculpture by Jacques Jarrige is composed of three intricately cut plywood elements, each suspended in delicate equilibrium from a single point. Part of Jarrige’s ongoing...

A beautiful and very large Art Deco Meissen Porcelain sculpture of a polar bear by Otto Jarl, beautifully sculpted, hand engraved and hand-painted under the glaze. Jarl, Otto (1856-1...

From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of dark red Vanadinites with glassy luster...

A substantial polished natural agate/geode/onyx decorative object in shades of grey and white. Piece can be used as a decorative piece for a shelf, table, desk, etc., or as a display...

Beautiful life size bronze statue by artist and sculptor Mario Jason. For the artist, dance is his muse. Since the 1980's, Mario Jason's sculptures have ...

A vintage midcentury reproduction of a figurative male and female 'embracing' sculpture on black marble base, 1963, New York, New York. Sculpture has maker's mark on side and on bott...

Hand-carved wooden ladder on a black square base originally used to to access multi story residences built in cliffs by the Dogon Tribe, Mali 20th century. This is a stunning accent ...

Contemporary German bronze scultpure of seated man on sphere. Base measures 5.5 " x 8". Sphere is 8" diameter. Overall height is 18".

A beautiful, small, substantial bronze female head bust sculpture on cylindrical wood pedestal base, circa early-20th century or earlier. Artist is un...

Brazilianite is a phosphate mineral loved for its brilliant color and gemlike crystals. Hues range from light-yellow to electric yellow-green, making it a favorite among specimen col...

This Authentic Amethyst Cluster Geode from Brazil is a premium natural formation of gem amethyst adorned by small, smooth calcite crystals. The semi-geode cathedral decor showcases g...

This unique specimen came out of the Machow Mine in Tarnobrzeg, Poland and features lustrous golden barite coated in egg yolk-colored sulfur crystals, w...

This impressive Amethyst Cluster Geode from Brazil is a high-quality natural formation of genuine amethyst gems. The cathedral decor displays dazzling, fully terminated crystals with...

A large rare pair of 19th century Meissen Chinoiserie style Nodding Pagoda Figures with Movable Head, Hand and Tongue, known as a "Nodder'. This Unusual...

This massive genuine polished Madagascan Rose Quartz sphere of 13" diameter and 153 lbs is a rare, museum quality specimen crafted from a single piece of light-pink hued Rose Quartz. Its glossy finish provides a dramatic presentation. This large sphere is a visually-striking ornament, ideal for elevating any interior design. Rose Quartz is the stone of unconditional love. One of the most important stones for Heart Chakra work, Rose Quartz opens the heart to all types of love - love of self, love of family, love of friends, romantic love. Because it is a type of quartz, Rose Quartz does have a high...

A rare enamel, gold and rock crystal figure of Emperor Maximilian I by Reinhold Vasters, Aachen, In the Renaissance style, circa 1870. The g...

Patinated Spelter sculpture on oval marble base depicting the Birth of Pegasus after the original model by Emile Picault (1833-1922) exhibited at the Salon des Beaux Arts in Paris. ...

A large unique bronze sculpture by Antonio Kieff (b. 1936) entitled "Motivo Espanol," dated 1985. The sculpture is also numbered 1 of 1.  

Charming Franz Hagenauer musicians from the early-mid 20th Century for Werkstätte Hagenauer. 2 musicians, one on piano and one with saxophone of nickel plated metal. Each figure sta...

This grand Amethyst Cathedral from Brazil is a magnificent example of natural artistry, standing tall with its rich purple crystal formations. Its impressive size and striking sparkl...

A vintage bronze deer sculpture mounted on a bronze and black marble base. This vintage bronze deer sculpture, elegantly mounted on a unique base that combines bronze and black marbl...

This Uruguayan double Amethyst stalactite features the deeply saturated purple crystals that have made Uruguayan Amethyst famous among collectors. Rising together in perfect balance,...

Fletcher Benton Bronze Sculpture, "Folded Circle Zig Zag 1994", Granite, Signed. Medium scale Hard-Edge abstract bronze sculpture by Californian sculptor, Fletcher Benton (1931-2019)...

This Genuine Clear Quartz Crystal Cluster Point from Brazil weighs 84 lbs and is crafted from premium clear quartz crystals. With a complete termination and a shiny, reflective surfa...

Vintage Hollywood Regency brass Greyhound sculpture. Nicely detailed. Hand polished. Depicts greyhound in full stretch running. Good overall condition. Dark spots are reflection of l...

A striking late 18th-early 19th century bust of the Roman Emperor Titus Domitian. The head is made from hand carved white Carrara marble, the tunic and t...

A Very Unusual and Rare French 1940s model of a Camel, made of natural tanned leather. This is truly an elaborate piece for any home decor. This piece is made of naturally tanned lea...

From Lushi, Henan Province, China Geode cluster of large, blocky crystals of yellow-tan barite crystals with fluorite. The barites are translucent and show internal growth phantoms....

A pair of rock crystal quartz obelisks with cast gilt brass base. Created by Phoenix Gallery NYC.

This striking Yipwon sculpture is a powerful testament to the artistic and spiritual traditions of the Alamblak people from Papua New Guinea. The figure's strong, masculine head bala...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. Patrick Coard Paris...

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into a substantially sized 10 pound rhinoceros and hand-polished to a brilliant luste...

An Elaborate 19th century Meissen Porcelain Figure of a Sultana Riding an Elephant. After the model by P.J. Reinicke and J.J. Kändler, the Sultana sitting on the elephants back and h...

This playful and beautifully formed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Bird Sculptures in Chartreuse & Transparent Glass W/ 24K Gold Flecks originates from Italy, ...

Pair of Chinese porcelain cats, circa 1750.

The Aperture series was created to provide a beautiful quality of light by combining bounce and ambient glow. The light source is held in a hand-spun perforated brass dome on one sid...

Egyptian carved and painted life size sarcophagus figure (19/20th Cent)

A Pair of adorable 'dachshunds' sculptures in patinated bronze with foundry stamps by Pierre Chenet known for his animal sculptures.

Wooly Chaps, a cast bronze sculpture after American artist Frederic Remington on marble base. A variation of his most famous sculpture, The Broncho Buster, Wooly Chaps is filled with a tremendous dramatic tension and depicts a scene from the American Old West...

Limited edition dragon sculpture in matte porcelain with gold lustre. A symbol of power and prosperity in Eastern culture, this magical creature, the bearer of good luck, is the protagonist in this spectacular High Porcelain limited edition. The hundreds of scales covering its skin are individually hand painted with gold lustre, an extremely laborious technique requiring the expertise of the finest artists. The luminosity distinguishing its spectacular embellishment is attained by combining gloss and satin finishes, united by an iridescent metallic hue on the chest and a vivid turquoise hue on the crest. The complexity of the dragon´s...

Gilt bronze bust of homer on a Regency ormolu mounted blue John pedestal, early 19th century.

French Victorian white pariam life size figure of rooster (signed: I. COJSOEPA? 1883) (as is-minor chips)

This vintage bronze duck tabletop statuette is a charming and intricately detailed piece, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of the lost wax process. The fine details on the feat...

Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...

5223 French Madona and Child carved wood sculpture with remants of original paint

A stunning abstract Haeger beige/ ecru vase, medium size. In great condition, no crazing, chips or cracks. This piece coordinates with four other matching vases, listed separately, s...

1699 Vintage Italian carved pink marble of a dolphin

Genuine Muonionalusta Meteorite Slice from Norrbotten, Sweden. The Muonionalusta is a meteorite classified as fine octahedrite, type IVA (Of) which impacted in northern Scandinavia,...

This refined and important Art Deco stylized ceramic Panther sculpture was realized in France for Atelier Primavera au Printemps, circa 1925. It offers an elegantly striding earthenw...

1813 Hand crafted metal horse sculpture

A magnificent, stunning African sable antelope with large curved ringed horns or antlers mounted on a wrought iron stand. The piece is mounted as a scul...

An important, extremely rare, and rather large 18th century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child, By Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler, Circa: 1744. This is an incredible and extremely rare 18th century Meissen Porcelain piece modeled by the greatest Meissen modeler ever in the Company, Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler. Thalia can be seen seated on a gorgeous hand-carved and hand-painted flowered and vined porcelain pedestal. Her right arm is raised holding a Phantom of the Opera Black and White Mask, while in her other arm is a young Harlequin dancing and singing holding a hat. Thalia is wearing a gilt-edged dark blue bodice with white floral decorations over a black corset draped in a red-over-yellow robe...

Desmond Hale Fountain (Bermudian, b. 1946) Kneeling Nude Female Figure Patinated Bronze Sculpture, signed, numbered edition "4/4", with London foundry mark to leg, mounted atop a woo...

Intricately detailed mythological winged Pegasus with variations in patina throughout. Stands on a contemporary marble base. This large stallion with wings is bronze and signed by Laszlo Ispanky. Pegasus' have been a mainstay of fantasy art and called the horse creature of Greek mythology. Bronze Pegasus...

Dolbi Cashier Large Brass Swan Sculpture with feathers spread. Heavy for size. Superior Quality. Looks great on a bookshelf or table. Good hand poli...

Henri Godet Art Nouveau signed sculpture of draped nude. Late 19th century antique. Art Nouveau bronze of "Le Reveil de L'Aurore" by Henri Godet. Base has gilt plaque...

Aquamarine with Schorl on Orthoclase Shigar Valley, Shigar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan 12.7 cm wide x 11.5 cm tall Ex-collection William Ferris There are two significant...

Staffordshire, England, circa 1745 – 1760 This charming and unusual figure depicts a seated cat, its body marbled in tones of buff, grey, and warm brown, the patterns flowing like fur beneath a translucent salt glaze. From the crown of its head rises a small candleholder—an enchanting, functional variation that transforms the cat into a decorative light for the Georgian home. The salt-glazed surface has a gentle satin sheen, enlivened by a cobalt wash brushed across the ears and shoulders, a subtle touch of colour that draws the eye. The figure is compact and beautifully balanced, exuding both humor and grace: a work of wit and craftsmanship meant to charm and amuse as much as to illuminate. As a pair, this cat with candleholder and its companion cat carrying a mouse form a dialogue of light and life—one playful, one practical—representing the Staffordshire potters’ genius for turning everyday subjects into artful curiosities. Attribution and Significance Within the history of English ceramics, agateware animals represent the marriage of experimentation and domestic charm. They were objects of conversation—proof of a potter’s technical mastery and a household’s refinement. This cat, with its delicate candleholder, captures that artistic playfulness and innovation. The glaze’s clarity, the elegant pose, and the subtle marbling make it not only an artifact of mid-18th-century Staffordshire but also a small masterpiece of whimsy and craft. Scholarly Analysis and Authentication The figure is made from laminated clays of contrasting colors, known as laid agate, a technique perfected in Staffordshire workshops during the 1740s and 1750s. Strata of buff, pale grey, and iron-bearing brown clay were rolled together, pressed into a two-part mold, and luted along the spine before firing. The cat’s body thus shows true through-body marbling: the veining continues through the thickness of the clay, not merely applied on the surface. The candle socket, made from a single buff clay rather than agate, was luted to the head before glazing. This practical choice prevented distortion during firing and was a typical workshop economy seen in other mid-18th-century functional animal forms. The piece was salt-glazed in a wood- or coal-fired kiln into which common salt was introduced near peak temperature. Sodium vapor combined with the silica of the clay to form a thin, glassy coating. Here, the glaze is smooth and even, suggesting the cat was fired within a protective sagger. The underside of the figure is open, revealing the pressed-clay interior. Two or three minute stilt contacts are visible on the bottom ledge, confirming that the figure rested on kiln props during firing rather than being supported from beneath a closed base. The cobalt wash was brushed under the glaze before firing. It fuses permanently into the surface, creating soft haloes of blue wholly consistent with decoration on salt-glazed figures from the Whieldon circle circa 1750-1760. Later 19th-century reproductions employ overpainted enamels that sit atop the glaze. The open underside, authentic stratified body, integrated socket, and original cobalt staining collectively identify this as a genuine product of Staffordshire’s mid-18th-century agateware tradition, most plausibly from the orbit of Thomas Whieldon at Fenton Vivian or a closely related potter. The measured height, modelling, and marbling correspond closely to examples in the Burnap Collection (nos.. 362–363, Nelson-Atkins Museum) and Sotheby’s (2015) — “A Staffordshire agateware cat-form candlestick, circa 1755. Provenance / Condition: Current Condition: Excellent, with one ear repaired at the tip and restoration at the top of the candleholder; the glaze remains bright and continuous across the body and socket. References: Burnap Collection, English Pottery 1675–1825, nos. 362–363. Sotheby’s (2015) — “A Staffordshire agateware cat-form candlestick, circa 1755. Christie’s, London 2010, lot 82. 1stDibs “Staffordshire Agateware Pottery Saltglaze Figure of a Cat,” item ref LU95812370442 Price: $4,482.16 Chipstone Foundation, Marbled Agateware: Techniques and Identification, 2005. Henry Sandon, Staffordshire Pottery, 1970, pp. 52–54. John Howard Antiques, Antique Agateware...