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19th Century Theatre Themed Limoges Enamel Painting
19th Century Theatre Themed Limoges Enamel Painting

19th Century Theatre Themed Limoges Enamel Painting

Located in London, GB

This charming enamel painting shows a gentleman, centrally positioned, being led by two women, one on each arm. The woman on his left has a troubled expression, her hair is grey, and...

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Antique 19th Century French George II Paintings

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Enamel

The Hypochondriac: French 19th Century Theatre Comedy drawing
The Hypochondriac: French 19th Century Theatre Comedy drawing

The Hypochondriac: French 19th Century Theatre Comedy drawing

By Paul Gavarni (Guillaume Sulpice Chevalier)

Located in Norwich, GB

A magnificent and sensitively treated line drawing in coloured ink, heightened with white. It depicts Argan, the hypochondriac from Molière's play of the same name. Dating from circa...

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Mid-19th Century French School Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink, Gouache

Historic Miniature Watercolor of Theatre Royal in Bristol
Historic Miniature Watercolor of Theatre Royal in Bristol

Historic Miniature Watercolor of Theatre Royal in Bristol

By Jack Grunwell

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Grunwell’s composition highlights the grandeur of the Theatre Royal’s classical architecture, with its grand columns, arched windows, and ornate detailing, while the bustling street ...

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20th Century English School Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Historic Miniature Watercolor of the Theatre Royal in Bristol
Historic Miniature Watercolor of the Theatre Royal in Bristol

Historic Miniature Watercolor of the Theatre Royal in Bristol

By Jack Grunwell

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The lively foreground features horse-drawn carriages and elegantly dressed figures, evoking the atmosphere of a bustling 19th-century theatre district. The surrounding historic build...

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20th Century English School Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Circa 1895 poster Duke of York's Theatre - The Happy Life by Louis N. Parker
Circa 1895 poster Duke of York's Theatre - The Happy Life by Louis N. Parker

Circa 1895 poster Duke of York's Theatre - The Happy Life by Louis N. Parker

Located in PARIS, FR

This subtle visual device adds psychological depth, hinting at unseen tensions or societal judgment—common themes in late 19th-century theatre. The composition is carefully structur...

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1890s More Prints

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

19th Century Painting  Puppet theatre
19th Century Painting  Puppet theatre

19th Century Painting Puppet theatre

By Paul Louis Martin des Amoignes

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

MARTIN DES AMOIGNES, Paul Louis (1850-1925) Puppet theatre on the village square Oil on canvas signed low right Dated 14th of July 1884 Old original frame gilded with leaves Dim ca...

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1880s Academic Figurative Paintings

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Oil

G. Nain - Mid 19th Century Graphite Drawing, Bolshoi Theatre
G. Nain - Mid 19th Century Graphite Drawing, Bolshoi Theatre

G. Nain - Mid 19th Century Graphite Drawing, Bolshoi Theatre

Located in Corsham, GB

A detailed pencil sketch depicting the remains of the Russian Imperial Theatre (Bolshoi Theatre) after a fire in 1853. After an engraving featured in the Illustrated London News, 185...

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Mid-19th Century Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Graphite

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A visibly old mask from the Javanese masks theatre ‘wayang topeng’: carved from hard wood, and painted on the front side. This mask is from Cirebon in Java. With dark, reddish skin a...

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Antique 19th Century Indonesian Other Masks

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Wood

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A visibly old mask from the Javanese masks theatre ‘wayang topeng’: carved from hard wood, and painted on the front side. This mask is from Cirebon in Java. With dark, reddish skin a...

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Antique 19th Century Indonesian Other Masks

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Wood

'SCALA', Original Vintage Early 19th Century Ballet Theatre Poster
'SCALA', Original Vintage Early 19th Century Ballet Theatre Poster

'SCALA', Original Vintage Early 19th Century Ballet Theatre Poster

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

'SCALA', Original Vintage Early 19th Century Ballet Theatre Poster "The La Scala Theatre Ballet is the resident classical ballet company at La Scala in Milan, Italy.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Victorian Posters

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Linen, Paper

Rare Late 19th century English theatre scenery boards
Rare Late 19th century English theatre scenery boards

Rare Late 19th century English theatre scenery boards

Located in London, GB

Rare Late 19th century English theatre scenery boards Dimensions in inches: H 30” x W 36” x D 0.5” (both opened 72” width) Age: 1880 Origin: United Kingdom Condition: Worn Overview...

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Antique 1880s British Folk Art Carnival Art

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Pine

Large Cabinet With Theatre On Base, Holland, 19th Century
Large Cabinet With Theatre On Base, Holland, 19th Century

Large Cabinet With Theatre On Base, Holland, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Large cabinet on its base, opening on the front with 2 large doors decorated with marble slabs, and revealing a series of 18 drawers and a central door The drawer fronts are in marqu...

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Cabinets

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Marble

Opera or Theatre Hand-Painted on Wood Dummy Boards, 19th Century
Opera or Theatre Hand-Painted on Wood Dummy Boards, 19th Century

Opera or Theatre Hand-Painted on Wood Dummy Boards, 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large hand-painted on wood figural dummy boards from a theatre or opera production. American, early to mid-19th century.

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Antique 19th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood

Donna Karan Black Lace Ivory Floral-Accent Majorette Hat
Donna Karan Black Lace Ivory Floral-Accent Majorette Hat

Donna Karan Black Lace Ivory Floral-Accent Majorette Hat

By Donna Karan

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Measurements: Brim: 3 inches and tapers to no brim in the back crown height: 3 1/4 inches Diameter: 23 inches In excellent condition, this Donna Karan hat reimagines the 19th centur...

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1990s American Hats

A Fine French 19th Century Parisian Watercolor & Gouache "Theatre du Chatelet"
A Fine French 19th Century Parisian Watercolor & Gouache "Theatre du Chatelet"

A Fine French 19th Century Parisian Watercolor & Gouache "Theatre du Chatelet"

By Eugene Galien-Laloue

Located in LA, CA

Eugène Galien-Laloue (1854-1941) "Theatre du Chatelet" watercolor and gouache on paper signed 'E Galien Laloue' lower left, within a giltwood and gesso carved frame and behind a prot...

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Early 1900s French School Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Watercolor, Pencil

The Theatre, Petra

The Theatre, Petra

By David Roberts

Located in London, GB

First Edition and Subscription Edition lithographs available Full plate: 98 Presented in a acid free mount

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19th Century Victorian Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Japanese Theatre Mitsumekozo Theatre Mask Meiji Period, circa 1900
Japanese Theatre Mitsumekozo Theatre Mask Meiji Period, circa 1900

Japanese Theatre Mitsumekozo Theatre Mask Meiji Period, circa 1900

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Unusual Japanese Folk Art theatre mask depicting the playful character Mitsumekozo, a three eyed goblin often portrayed as a mischevious creature in comical plays, late Meiji period,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Lautrec, Original Theatre Program, La Coiffure, Théâtre Libre, Ukiyo-e, 1893
Lautrec, Original Theatre Program, La Coiffure, Théâtre Libre, Ukiyo-e, 1893

Lautrec, Original Theatre Program, La Coiffure, Théâtre Libre, Ukiyo-e, 1893

By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Original Vintage Poster-Lautrec-La Coiffure-Programme-Théâtre Libre, 1893 This original theatre program for: Une Faillite - A Bankruptcy Le Poète et le Financier - The Poet and the F...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Posters

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Paper

Royal Vienna Porcelain Charger with Theatre Theme
Royal Vienna Porcelain Charger with Theatre Theme

Royal Vienna Porcelain Charger with Theatre Theme

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Royal Vienna porcelain charger with theatre theme Austrian, Late 19th Century Height 65cm, width 65cm, depth 5cm This beautiful charger was created by the famous Royal Vienna Por...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Porcelain

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Porcelain, Giltwood

19th C Theatre Interest Photograph Album of Actors & Actresses Circa 1880
19th C Theatre Interest Photograph Album of Actors & Actresses Circa 1880

19th C Theatre Interest Photograph Album of Actors & Actresses Circa 1880

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Theatre Interest a photograph album circa 1880 of 150 mainly Woodburytype photographs of actors and actresses. Mostly annotated, many in an early hand, including Miss Ellen Terry, M...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Historical Memorabilia

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Leather, Paper

Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel
Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel

Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique framed English theatre plaster panel circa 1890, reputedly removed from the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London on its refurbishment in 2019-2021. A relic of the old west en...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood, Pine, Paint

Antique Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask, Carved Wood and Polychrome
Antique Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask, Carved Wood and Polychrome

Antique Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask, Carved Wood and Polychrome

Located in Nottingham, GB

A finely carved Japanese Zō-onna Noh theatre mask dating to the late Meiji period, expertly fashioned from a single block of hinoki (Japanese cypress) and finished with delicate poly...

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Antique Late 19th Century Antiquities

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Wood

Theatre Libre for Monsieur Bute. November 1890

Theatre Libre for Monsieur Bute. November 1890

By Edward Vuillard

Located in New York, NY

Theatre Libre for Monsieur Bute. November 1890. Pochoir. Framed. Ref: Artistes et Theatres d'Avant-Garde Programmes illustres Paris 1890-1900 p.19; Artists and the Avant-Garde Thea...

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19th Century Impressionist Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Two English Theatre Advertising Posters, circa 1900
Two English Theatre Advertising Posters, circa 1900

Two English Theatre Advertising Posters, circa 1900

Located in Chappaqua, NY

Two original English theatre advertising posters. The Kennington theatre performance announcement of "The Country Girl", dimensions: 28 inches high x 16 inches wide. The theatre Roya...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Posters

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Paper

Théâtre du Gymnasium, Evening Parisian Winter Street Scene
Théâtre du Gymnasium, Evening Parisian Winter Street Scene

Théâtre du Gymnasium, Evening Parisian Winter Street Scene

By Eugene Galien-Laloue

Located in Beachwood, OH

Eugène Galien Laloue (French, 1854-1941) Théâtre du Gymnasium Gouache and watercolor on board Signed lower left 15 x 20.5 inches 24 x 29 inches, framed Some artists or writers are c...

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Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor, Gouache

Program for Theatre Libre Boubouroche Valet De Coeur.

Program for Theatre Libre Boubouroche Valet De Coeur.

By Henri Gabriel Ibels

Located in New York, NY

Program for Theatre Libre Boubouroche Valet De Coeur. Sixth program for Le Theatre Libre, four-color lithograph, 1892-1893. Ref: The Color Revolution 101: Artistes et Theatre d' Ava...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

German Romantic Theatre Engravings, Dramatic Scenes, Minerva Taschenbuch, 1813
German Romantic Theatre Engravings, Dramatic Scenes, Minerva Taschenbuch, 1813

German Romantic Theatre Engravings, Dramatic Scenes, Minerva Taschenbuch, 1813

Located in Langweer, NL

The imagery reflects the Romantic fascination with drama, emotion, and moral tension, themes that dominated German literature and stage culture in the early 19th century. The figure...

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Antique Early 19th Century German Prints

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Paper

Large Carved Gilded Wooden Lantern from Theatre Royal Brighton
Large Carved Gilded Wooden Lantern from Theatre Royal Brighton

Large Carved Gilded Wooden Lantern from Theatre Royal Brighton

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A large carved gilded wooden lantern from Theatre Royal Brighton This piece originates from the Theatre Royal in Brighton which was built in 1806 This is a six-sided piece, the p...

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Antique Early 19th Century Regency Lanterns

Antique Print of the King's Theatre 'Haymarket' by Wilkinson, 1820
Antique Print of the King's Theatre 'Haymarket' by Wilkinson, 1820

Antique Print of the King's Theatre 'Haymarket' by Wilkinson, 1820

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'The Kings Theatre, Haymarket'. View of the King's Theatre, Haymarket, (sometimes known as the Opera House), now Her Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket. This print ori...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

Antique China Theatre Scene Sun and Moon Print – Thomas Allom, 1843
Antique China Theatre Scene Sun and Moon Print – Thomas Allom, 1843

Antique China Theatre Scene Sun and Moon Print – Thomas Allom, 1843

Located in Langweer, NL

The audience behind the performers is densely gathered, suggesting the popularity of such theatrical entertainments in 19th-century China. Traditional Chinese opera combined music, d...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Antique Print of the Boulevard, Theatre and Gates of Paris, 1854
Antique Print of the Boulevard, Theatre and Gates of Paris, 1854

Antique Print of the Boulevard, Theatre and Gates of Paris, 1854

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Print of Paris titled 'Boulevards, Théâtre, Portes St. Martin et St. Denis'. Lithograph of the boulevard, theatre, Porte Saint-Martin and Porte Saint-Denis in Paris. Artis...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

Antique Japanese Noh theatre Carved Painted Wooden Ko-Omote Mask
Antique Japanese Noh theatre Carved Painted Wooden Ko-Omote Mask

Antique Japanese Noh theatre Carved Painted Wooden Ko-Omote Mask

Located in Forney, TX

Sculpted in Japan in the 19th century, Ko-omote (literally “small face”) Noh masks are used for main or secondary theatrical roles, of either a young girl or a supernatural being.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Cypress, Paint

Pal, Original Poster, Sapho, Opera House, Soprano, Emma Calve, Theatre, 1897
Pal, Original Poster, Sapho, Opera House, Soprano, Emma Calve, Theatre, 1897

Pal, Original Poster, Sapho, Opera House, Soprano, Emma Calve, Theatre, 1897

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Original Poster-Pal-Syndrome Sapho Opera Comique-Théâtre-Lyrique-Soprano,1897 This poster promotes the lyric piece "Sapho" which was performed at the Théâtre de l'Opéra-Comique (Par...

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Antique 19th Century Belle Époque Posters

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Paper

Antique French Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan, and Mirror, 1880
Antique French Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan, and Mirror, 1880

Antique French Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan, and Mirror, 1880

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

O/431 - Pretty old French theatre set: Binoculars, fan and mirror. Delicious and useful also for Your summer nights or for a gift. That's my cost NOW, because I'm closing activities..

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Antique Late 19th Century Argentine Belle Époque Scientific Instruments

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Leather

Antique Belle Époque Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan & Mirror, 1880
Antique Belle Époque Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan & Mirror, 1880

Antique Belle Époque Theatre Set with Binoculars, Fan & Mirror, 1880

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

O/432. Pretty old theatre set: Binoculars, fan and mirror. a wonderful gift for any lady, young or in mature age. With a good price also, because I'm closing my activities. (that's ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Argentine Belle Époque Scientific Instruments

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Leather

‘La Bodinière, ’ Théatre de La Tour Eiffel, original Art Nouveau poster
‘La Bodinière, ’ Théatre de La Tour Eiffel, original Art Nouveau poster

‘La Bodinière, ’ Théatre de La Tour Eiffel, original Art Nouveau poster

By Jules Chéret

Located in North Bergen, NJ

"La Bodinière," Théatre de la Tour Eiffel by Jules Cheret The first printing, dated "93" at the lower right near the signature Catalogue raisonne: Broido 273.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Posters

Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props
Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props

Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Wonderful pair of 19th Century French canvas theatre winged lion props from Paris.

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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

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Canvas

Drury Lane Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1808, after Rowlandson and Pugin
Drury Lane Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1808, after Rowlandson and Pugin

Drury Lane Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1808, after Rowlandson and Pugin

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Colour aquatint by Bluck after Thomas Rowlandson and Auguste Pugin. From the series 'Microcosm of London', published by Rudolf Ackermann, the great Regency publisher of fine colour...

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Early 19th Century Naturalistic Interior Prints

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Aquatint

Sadlers Wells Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1809, after Rowlandson and Pugin
Sadlers Wells Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1809, after Rowlandson and Pugin

Sadlers Wells Theatre, London, colour aquatint, 1809, after Rowlandson and Pugin

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Colour aquatint by Bluck after Thomas Rowlandson and Auguste Pugin. From the series 'Microcosm of London', published by Rudolf Ackermann, the great Regency publisher of fine colour...

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Early 19th Century Naturalistic Interior Prints

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Aquatint

Denislou – Views of the Ruins of Laodicea and the Theatre, Asia Minor by Laborde
Denislou – Views of the Ruins of Laodicea and the Theatre, Asia Minor by Laborde

Denislou – Views of the Ruins of Laodicea and the Theatre, Asia Minor by Laborde

Located in Langweer, NL

Denislou – Views of the Ruins of Laodicea and the Theatre, Asia Minor by Laborde, circa 1840 This large-format lithograph features two stunning 19th-century views of the ruins of La...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Rare Original Theatre Poster, 'Blue Jeans' c. 1890 by Play-write Joseph Arthur
Rare Original Theatre Poster, 'Blue Jeans' c. 1890 by Play-write Joseph Arthur

Rare Original Theatre Poster, 'Blue Jeans' c. 1890 by Play-write Joseph Arthur

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Rare Original Theatre Poster, 'Blue Jeans' c. 1890 by Play-write Joseph Arthur This is an original poster, it has been linen backed for preservation. This poster is advertising the...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Posters

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Linen, Paper

Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props
Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props

Pair of 19th Century French Canvas Lion Wall Props

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Wonderful pair of 19th Century French canvas theatre winged lion props from Paris.

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Antique 19th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Canvas, Paint

Pair of E 20th C Empire Gilt Bronze Large Sconces, Removed from Paris Theatre
Pair of E 20th C Empire Gilt Bronze Large Sconces, Removed from Paris Theatre

Pair of E 20th C Empire Gilt Bronze Large Sconces, Removed from Paris Theatre

Located in Dallas, TX

A large pair of French gilt bronze large Empire style three light sconces. Removed from a Paris theatre in the 1920's.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Old Print of Arena and Facade of the Olympic Theatre 'now Aldwych', London, 1816
Old Print of Arena and Facade of the Olympic Theatre 'now Aldwych', London, 1816

Old Print of Arena and Facade of the Olympic Theatre 'now Aldwych', London, 1816

Located in Langweer, NL

The Olympic Theatre, sometimes known as the Royal Olympic Theatre, was a 19th century London theatre, opened in 1806 and located at the junction of Drury Lane, Wych Street and Newcas...

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Antique 1810s Prints

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Paper

19th Century French Tapestries Depicting Life of French Nobility, Set of 4
19th Century French Tapestries Depicting Life of French Nobility, Set of 4

19th Century French Tapestries Depicting Life of French Nobility, Set of 4

Located in Birmingham, AL

From the town fête to an evening at the theatre, these 19th century French tapestries would be a wonderful addition to a library, living room, or foyer.

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Antique 1880s French Tapestries

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Wool

Elegant Pair of Japanese Style Dishes, France, Circa 1875
Elegant Pair of Japanese Style Dishes, France, Circa 1875

Elegant Pair of Japanese Style Dishes, France, Circa 1875

Located in PARIS, FR

Pair of 18th century soft-paste porcelain dishes finely decorated in the 19th century with medallions representing Japanese theatre characters dressed in traditional costumes, beauti...

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Antique 1870s French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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19th Century, French Blanc Putti / Ange Theatre over Mantle Mirror
19th Century, French Blanc Putti / Ange Theatre over Mantle Mirror

19th Century, French Blanc Putti / Ange Theatre over Mantle Mirror

Located in Perth , AU

This exquisite 19th century theatre mirror features beautifully moulded putti figures surrounded by fleur and scroll detailing, with the iconic Fleur De Lis motif featured at the low...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace ...

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Plaster

Kyogen Mask, Buaku Demon, Japanese Theatre, 19th Century, Woodcraft, Handmade
Kyogen Mask, Buaku Demon, Japanese Theatre, 19th Century, Woodcraft, Handmade

Kyogen Mask, Buaku Demon, Japanese Theatre, 19th Century, Woodcraft, Handmade

Located in London, GB

Date: 19th century Size: 20.5 x 17.2 cm Kyogen Kyogen is a form of traditional Japanese theatre that developed as a sort of intermission and comic relief between the solemn noh ac...

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19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

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Gesso, Wood, Pigment

Noh Mask of a Fierce God, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century Woodcraft
Noh Mask of a Fierce God, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century Woodcraft

Noh Mask of a Fierce God, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century Woodcraft

Located in London, GB

Kijin'kei - noh mask of a fierce god Date: 19th century Size: 21.5 x 18 cm Before Buddhism was introduced to Japan over six centuries ago, Shinto was the main system of belief foc...

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19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

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Gesso, Wood, Pigment

Noh Mask of a Young Boy, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century, Woodcraft
Noh Mask of a Young Boy, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century, Woodcraft

Noh Mask of a Young Boy, Actor, Japanese Theatre, Drama, 19th Century, Woodcraft

Located in London, GB

Doji - Noh mask of a young boy Date: 19th century Size: 20.5 x 14 cm Doji represents a young boy, with a face slightly rounded and feminine, almost androgynous. Although in Japanes...

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19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

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Gesso, Wood, Pigment

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask
19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask

Unavailable

H 8.27 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask

Located in London, GB

Beautifully carved and hand-painted lacquered Cypress wood (Hinoki) Japanese Zō-onna Noh Theatre Mask. Late 19th Century, Meiji period. A finely carved and high quality Zō-onna Noh...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Cypress, Lacquer, Paint

Theatre Books Prop Collection
Theatre Books Prop Collection

Theatre Books Prop Collection

Unavailable

H 78.75 in

Theatre Books Prop Collection

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Set of seven Theatre Set Prop books,various sizes

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Antique 19th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

French Art Nouveau Theatre Poster
French Art Nouveau Theatre Poster

French Art Nouveau Theatre Poster

Unavailable

H 58.75 in W 44.5 in D 1.25 in

French Art Nouveau Theatre Poster

By Pal (Jean de Paléologue)

Located in Woodbury, CT

This poster, for the operetta L'Enlivenment de la Toledad, might be an original. It has some pencil work on the images, particularly around the tambourine and ribbons from it. The ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl
Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Unavailable

H 3.94 in W 2.37 in D 1.58 in

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Lafontaine theatre binoculars in mother-of-pearl. They are small, light and designed to provide an enlarged view at events such as operas, theatres and concerts. The frame is made of...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka, Theatre District Dawn Moon, Japanese Woodblock Print
Yoshitoshi Tsukioka, Theatre District Dawn Moon, Japanese Woodblock Print

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka, Theatre District Dawn Moon, Japanese Woodblock Print

By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Located in London, GB

Artist: Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892) Title: Theatre District Dawn Moon (Shibaimachi no akatsuki) Series: One Hundred Aspects of the Moon Publisher: Akiyama Buemon Published: 1885 ...

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Mid-19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Black Vintage Industrial Movie Spot Light from Manly Theatre-Australia
Black Vintage Industrial Movie Spot Light from Manly Theatre-Australia

Black Vintage Industrial Movie Spot Light from Manly Theatre-Australia

Located in Cromer, AU

This is an original vintage theatre (Spot) Light from an old manly theatre in Manly. This has been cleaned, fully refurbished and is in good working order. In very good vintage con...

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Antique 19th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Katsushika Hokusai, Ukiyo-e, Manga, Sarugaku Theatre, Japanese Woodblokc Print
Katsushika Hokusai, Ukiyo-e, Manga, Sarugaku Theatre, Japanese Woodblokc Print

Katsushika Hokusai, Ukiyo-e, Manga, Sarugaku Theatre, Japanese Woodblokc Print

By Katsushika Hokusai

Located in London, GB

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai Title: Sarugaku Theatre Series: Hokusai Manga Volume 13 Publisher: Toheki-do Published: 1814-1878 Size: 22.9 x 31.1 cm Condition report: Binding holes. Thi...

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19th Century Edo Figurative Prints

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Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet
Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet

Antique Gold Cameo Ring Greek Theatre Mask Silenus Hardstone Intaglio Signet

Located in London, GB

The ring was made in the late 19th century and carries French control marks for 18K gold, whilst the cameo is probably Italian and made slightly earlier, circa 1800.

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Signet Rings

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Agate, 18k Gold

Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Fencing, Kabuki Theatre, Play
Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Fencing, Kabuki Theatre, Play

Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Fencing, Kabuki Theatre, Play

By Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Located in London, GB

Artist: Kuniyoshi Utagawa (1798-1861) Title: Story of Tamiya Botaro Publisher: Ningyoya Takichi Date: c. 1847-1852 Size: (L) 34.8 x 23.8, (C) 34.8 x 25.3, (R) 34.8 x 24.3 cm Conditio...

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Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints

Materials

Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ghost Story, Oiwa, Kabuki Theatre
Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ghost Story, Oiwa, Kabuki Theatre

Kuniyoshi, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ghost Story, Oiwa, Kabuki Theatre

By Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Located in London, GB

Artist: Kuniyoshi Utagawa (1798 - 1861) Series: The Sixty-nine Post Stations of the Kisokaido Road Station: Oiwake Main scene: The deformed Oiwa squeezing blood from a hank of her h...

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Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints

Materials

Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

French Belle Époque Period Poster for Théâtre de l’Opera by Jules Cheret 1897

French Belle Époque Period Poster for Théâtre de l’Opera by Jules Cheret 1897

By Jules Chéret

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning and exquisitely crafted French Belle Époque period advertising poster by Jules Chéret, a celebrated artist who is considered to be the father of the modern poster....

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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Posters

19th Century Terracotta Border Panel from the Garrick Theater
19th Century Terracotta Border Panel from the Garrick Theater

19th Century Terracotta Border Panel from the Garrick Theater

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Chicago, IL

The terra cotta fragment was fabricated by the Northwestern Terra Cotta Company, Chicago, il. The non-extant late 19th century terra cotta-clad schiller theatre building was designed...

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Antique Late 19th Century North American Architectural Elements

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Framed Theatrical Print of Sir Brian
19th Century Framed Theatrical Print of Sir Brian

19th Century Framed Theatrical Print of Sir Brian

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H 14 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

19th Century Framed Theatrical Print of Sir Brian

Located in London, GB

This theatrical print was designed to be cut out and pasted on card for use in toy theatres. It epitomizes the mid-19th century craze for toy theatres that dominated the nurseries of...

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Antique 1850s European Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Paul Binnnie, Contemporary Woodblock Prin, t Ukiyo-e, Warrior, Katana, Erotica
Paul Binnnie, Contemporary Woodblock Prin, t Ukiyo-e, Warrior, Katana, Erotica

Paul Binnnie, Contemporary Woodblock Prin, t Ukiyo-e, Warrior, Katana, Erotica

By Paul Binnie

Located in London, GB

The design of this print shows one of the favourite actors of the early 19th century Kabuki theatre, Ichikawa Danjuro VII (1791-1859), as portrayed by Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1854), a...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Prints

Materials

Washi Paper, Handmade Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

19th Century Japanese Theatre Mask
19th Century Japanese Theatre Mask

19th Century Japanese Theatre Mask

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H 7.75 in W 5.38 in D 2.5 in

19th Century Japanese Theatre Mask

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very realistic carved wood Japanese theater mask with original painted finish.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats
19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats

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H 37.41 in W 41.74 in D 16.54 in

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century Thonet original theatre seats 19th Century Thonet original theatre seats.

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Antique 19th Century Czech Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

French Metamorphic Opera Glasses, 18K Gold
French Metamorphic Opera Glasses, 18K Gold

French Metamorphic Opera Glasses, 18K Gold

Located in New Orleans, LA

When opened, the opera glasses expand so that one could have perhaps the most fashionable 19th-century theatre accessory. Their original tortoiseshell case is fitted with fine gold ...

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Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

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Gold

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats, '1717.2'
19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats, '1717.2'

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats, '1717.2'

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H 37.41 in W 41.74 in D 16.54 in

19th Century, Thonet Original Theatre Seats, '1717.2'

By Thonet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century Thonet original theatre seats (1717.2) 19th Century Thonet original theatre seats.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.3'
19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.3'

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.3'

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H 37.41 in W 41.74 in D 16.54 in

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.3'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th century Thonet original Theatre seats (1717.3) 19th century Thonet original Theatre seats.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.1'
19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.1'

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.1'

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H 37.41 in W 41.74 in D 16.54 in

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats '1717.1'

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats (1717.1) 19th Century Thonet Original Theatre Seats.

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Antique 19th Century Czech Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Late 19th Century French Opera Puppet Theatre
Late 19th Century French Opera Puppet Theatre

Late 19th Century French Opera Puppet Theatre

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H 25.2 in W 23.23 in D 14.18 in

Late 19th Century French Opera Puppet Theatre

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Wonderfully evocative French paper puppet theatre, circa 1890, constructed of wood with original faded lithograph paper depicting the Opera theatre in Paris. Curtain still present an...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Toys

Nô Theatre Dancers, 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Okimono Sculpture
Nô Theatre Dancers, 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Okimono Sculpture

Nô Theatre Dancers, 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Okimono Sculpture

By Hozan

Located in PARIS, FR

Two superb Nô theatre dancers in carved wood and bone by the artist Hōzan 芳山, Japan late 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

Set of 3 Italian Painted Theatre Panels, 19th Century
Set of 3 Italian Painted Theatre Panels, 19th Century

Set of 3 Italian Painted Theatre Panels, 19th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A set of 3 red fabulous decorative theatre panels painted with a foliate and parcel gilt motif.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Art

Italian 19th Century Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Painting
Italian 19th Century Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Painting

Italian 19th Century Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Painting

Located in Firenze, IT

This set of four antique 19th century Italian mixed media painting on paper hand made with gouache, tempera and watercolor, features several characters acting in a theater play. The...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paper

Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Posters, 19th Century
Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Posters, 19th Century

Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Posters, 19th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Rare pair of Japanese Kamigata-e, 'kabuki' theatre posters with hand-painted depictions of famous kabuki actors in elaborate classical costume highlighted by vibrant mineral colours,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Enamel, circa Late 19th Century
Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Enamel, circa Late 19th Century

Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Enamel, circa Late 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Theater binoculars or binoculars. Metal, enamel. Towards the end of the 19th century. Pair of binoculars or binoculars for theater or opera made of gold metal and black enamel, deco...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Agate cameo Tragic Greek Theatre Mask Ring Early 19th century
Agate cameo Tragic Greek Theatre Mask Ring Early 19th century

Agate cameo Tragic Greek Theatre Mask Ring Early 19th century

Located in Firenze, IT

An agate cameo ring, 19th century, set with an oval agate cameo depicting a tragic Greek theatre mask over the double-faced god Janus, to a gold mount with engraved floral shoulders,...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19c Italian Theatre Canvas
19c Italian Theatre Canvas

19c Italian Theatre Canvas

Located in New Orleans, LA

19th C Theatre Canvas

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Antique 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood, Canvas

19th Century Noh Mask of a Grotesque Theatre Character
19th Century Noh Mask of a Grotesque Theatre Character

19th Century Noh Mask of a Grotesque Theatre Character

Located in London, GB

19th century Noh mask of a grotesque theatre character We are proud to offer a rare mid-19th century Noh Mask in the form of a grotesque character.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Folk Art Masks

Materials

Wood

Rare 19th-Century Brocade Silk Robe for Noh Theatre Performance, Japan
Rare 19th-Century Brocade Silk Robe for Noh Theatre Performance, Japan

Rare 19th-Century Brocade Silk Robe for Noh Theatre Performance, Japan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A rare and historically significant brocade silk robe from 19th-century Japan, originally created for use in Noh theatre, one of the country’s oldest and most revered performing arts.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Silk

Early 19th Century French Hand Carved Theatre Figure of a robber
Early 19th Century French Hand Carved Theatre Figure of a robber

Early 19th Century French Hand Carved Theatre Figure of a robber

Located in London, GB

Early 19th century French Hand Carved Theatre Figure Quite simply this is one of our favourite items.

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Antique 1820s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pierrot - Design for Theatre de la Gaite - Paris - 19th Century Oil - A Choubrac
Pierrot - Design for Theatre de la Gaite - Paris - 19th Century Oil - A Choubrac

Pierrot - Design for Theatre de la Gaite - Paris - 19th Century Oil - A Choubrac

By Alfred Choubrac

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Oil on panel circa 1880 by French painter, Alfred Choubrac depicting a Pulcinella pierrot dressed in white with a black mask and red scarf. Signed and dedicated lower right. Unframed...

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Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Unique turn of the century gilt theatre chandelier
Unique turn of the century gilt theatre chandelier

Unique turn of the century gilt theatre chandelier

Located in New York, NY

An irreplaceable artifact. Eight arms ending in winged angel faces hold exposed light bulbs. Perfect proportions and magnificent detailing.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Giltwood

Collection of 27 Brass Candle Sticks, Pub Decor, Theatre Props
Collection of 27 Brass Candle Sticks, Pub Decor, Theatre Props

Collection of 27 Brass Candle Sticks, Pub Decor, Theatre Props

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Collection of 27 Brass Candle Sticks, Pub Decor, Theatre Props These are quite a large collection approximately 27 individual pieces, antique and in varying conditions, most are in...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel
Large Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel

Large Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel

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H 24.81 in W 54.73 in D 1.78 in

Large Antique Framed English Theatre Plaster Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large antique framed English theatre plaster panel circa 1890, reputedly removed from the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London on its refurbishment in 2019-2021. We are also selling a ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Pine

Italian Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Silhouette Painting
Italian Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Silhouette Painting

Italian Mixed Media Gouache Tempera Theatre Set Costume Silhouette Painting

Located in Firenze, IT

This set of four antique 19th century Italian mixed media painting on paper hand made with gouache, tempera and watercolor, features several characters silhouettes acting in a theate...

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19th Century Rococo Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Tempera, Watercolor, Gouache

Pair of French Antique Theatre Hanging Lights
Pair of French Antique Theatre Hanging Lights

Pair of French Antique Theatre Hanging Lights

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Very Impressive Pair of Electrified Gilded Iron & Leaded Glass Fixtures ,converted from Gas to electricity. Originally adorning a Theatre, they are fitted with 6 Lights outside a...

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Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Original Opera and Theatre Costume Watercolor Design by Charles Betout, Paris
Original Opera and Theatre Costume Watercolor Design by Charles Betout, Paris

Original Opera and Theatre Costume Watercolor Design by Charles Betout, Paris

By Charles Betout

Located in New York, NY

Charles Betout was the principal costume designer for the Comedie-Francaise in Paris for twenty years until his death in 1939. This is costume was designed for the 1926 production of...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Drawings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

The Theatre Royal Covent Garden Chimneypiece - Regency Marble Fireplace
The Theatre Royal Covent Garden Chimneypiece - Regency Marble Fireplace

The Theatre Royal Covent Garden Chimneypiece - Regency Marble Fireplace

By Thomas Hope

Located in London, GB

A Regency statuary marble fireplace, circa 1820-1830 in the manner of Thomas Hope, the moulded rectangular shelf above plain frieze flanked by raised and fielded panel jambs with fol...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Statuary Marble

An Evening at the Royal Theatre by Paul Gustav Fischer

An Evening at the Royal Theatre by Paul Gustav Fischer

By Paul Gustave Fischer

Located in New Orleans, LA

Paul Gustav Fischer 1860-1934 • Danish An Evening at the Royal Theatre, Copenhagen Signed and dated “Paul Fischer 1887-88” (lower right) Oil on canvas A beautifully detailed com...

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19th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Original Poster-Georges Dola-Damnation De Faust-Théatre-Opera, 1893
Original Poster-Georges Dola-Damnation De Faust-Théatre-Opera, 1893

Original Poster-Georges Dola-Damnation De Faust-Théatre-Opera, 1893

By Georges Dola

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Original Poster-Georges Dola-Damnation De Faust-Théatre-Opera, 1893 Poster promotional for the play La Damnation de Faust, by Raoul Gunsburg, inspired by the Hector Opera version ...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Posters

Materials

Paper

Set Of Antique Photographs Of Actors In Costume From 'Trilby' Theatre Production
Set Of Antique Photographs Of Actors In Costume From 'Trilby' Theatre Production

Set Of Antique Photographs Of Actors In Costume From 'Trilby' Theatre Production

Located in Bristol, GB

Set Of Antique Victorian Photographs Of Actors In Costume From 'Trilby' Theatre Production, 19th Century A SET OF FRAMED ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHS Depicting seven a...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Photography

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Opera and Theatre Costume Designs by Charles Betout Commissioned "For the Crown"
Opera and Theatre Costume Designs by Charles Betout Commissioned "For the Crown"

Opera and Theatre Costume Designs by Charles Betout Commissioned "For the Crown"

By Charles Betout

Located in New York, NY

Charles Betout was the principal costume designer for the Comedie-Francaise in Paris for twenty years until his death in 1939. Renowned for his historical research, his costumes were...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Drawings

Materials

Giltwood, Paper

Netsuke in carved boxwood in the form of a nō theatre mask of Hannya
Netsuke in carved boxwood in the form of a nō theatre mask of Hannya

Netsuke in carved boxwood in the form of a nō theatre mask of Hannya

Located in PARIS, FR

Japan – Edo period (1603–1868), 19th century Height: 2.5 – Length : 4.5 – Width 3 cm

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Remarkable Collection of 3 Rare Artfully Handmade  Large Puppet Marionettes
Remarkable Collection of 3 Rare Artfully Handmade  Large Puppet Marionettes

Remarkable Collection of 3 Rare Artfully Handmade Large Puppet Marionettes

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Set of three amazing rare artfully handmade 19th century marionettes from a theatre house in Florence, Italy.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Textile, Rope, Wood

Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Poster, 19th Century
Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Poster, 19th Century

Antique Japanese Hand-Painted Kabuki Theatre Poster, 19th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Rare Japanese Kamigata-e, 'kabuki' theatre poster with hand-painted depiction of famous kabuki actors in elaborate classical costume highlighted by vibrant mineral colours, Meiji per...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Other, circa Late 19th Century
Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Other, circa Late 19th Century

Opera Glasses or Theatre Binoculars, Metal, Other, circa Late 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Theater binoculars or binoculars. Metal, other. Towards the end of the 19th century. Pair of binoculars or binoculars for theater or opera made of golden metal with no decoration ot...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Other

At the Opera - 19th Century Oil, Figures in a Theatre Interior by Elie Pavil
At the Opera - 19th Century Oil, Figures in a Theatre Interior by Elie Pavil

At the Opera - 19th Century Oil, Figures in a Theatre Interior by Elie Pavil

By Elie Anatole Pavil

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

A wonderful piece depicting elegant figures enjoying an Opera. Oil on canvas circa 1910. Signed lower left. Framed dimensions are 20 inches high by 25 inches wide. Pavil concentrate...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

George Hyde Pownall (British/Australian, 1876 - 1932) The Gaiety Theatre Oil Pai
George Hyde Pownall (British/Australian, 1876 - 1932) The Gaiety Theatre Oil Pai

George Hyde Pownall (British/Australian, 1876 - 1932) The Gaiety Theatre Oil Pai

Located in Philadelphia, PA

George Hyde Pownall (British/Australian, 1876 - 1932) A London street scene depicting The Gaiety Theatre. Oil on panel, signed lower right and titled en verso, "The Sacred Lamp of Bu...

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Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

A Pair Of Antique French Theatre Egyptian Scarab Brooches 1880S
A Pair Of Antique French Theatre Egyptian Scarab Brooches 1880S

A Pair Of Antique French Theatre Egyptian Scarab Brooches 1880S

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A rare and incredible pair of gigantic Antique French Theatre Scarab Brooches. Dating to the late Victorian era. Featuring incredibly beautiful, red and clear paste stones in a gilde...

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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Jules Chéret Musée Grévin Pantomimes Lumineuses Théâtre Poster, Circa 1892
Jules Chéret Musée Grévin Pantomimes Lumineuses Théâtre Poster, Circa 1892

Jules Chéret Musée Grévin Pantomimes Lumineuses Théâtre Poster, Circa 1892

By Jules Chéret

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Musée Grévin, Pantomimes Lumineuses, Théâtre optique de E. Reynaud, musique de Gaston Paulin 1892 Original Poster by Jules Chéret (French, Paris 1836–1932 Nice). Printed by Imprimeri...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Posters

Materials

Paper

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet, Chaozhou Doll, Qing Dynasty
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet, Chaozhou Doll, Qing Dynasty

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet, Chaozhou Doll, Qing Dynasty

Located in Hamburg, DE

2 antique Chinese dolls, from the Qing Dynasty. These dolls were handcrafted in the Chaozhou region around 1880 The dolls have a wooden torso, movable arms and legs, and are ma...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Toys and Dolls

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Framed Diorama of Swedish Ship Condor
Mid-Century Modern Framed Diorama of Swedish Ship Condor

Mid-Century Modern Framed Diorama of Swedish Ship Condor

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Diorama can either refer to a 19th-century mobile theatre device, or, in modern usage, a three-dimensional full-size or miniature model, sometimes enclosed in a glass showcase for ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood, Masonite

Original BOUFFES Parisiens - (Replacement Heads) French vintage theater poster
Original BOUFFES Parisiens - (Replacement Heads) French vintage theater poster

Original BOUFFES Parisiens - (Replacement Heads) French vintage theater poster

By Paul Colin

Located in Spokane, WA

The Bouffes Parisiens is a well-known theater in Paris that has been a significant part of French cultural life since the 19th century. The Théâtre des Bouffes-Parisiens is a Parisi...

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1960s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Pair of Late 19th Century Monumental English Theatre Panels
Pair of Late 19th Century Monumental English Theatre Panels

Pair of Late 19th Century Monumental English Theatre Panels

Located in Larkspur, CA

Pair of Late 19th Century Monumental English Oil on Canvas Theatre Panels Depicting an Architectural Late Gothic Montage of Arches in Tones of Prussian Blue with Vandyke Brown, Pale ...

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Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Very Unusual Pair of 19th Century Theatre Fountains
Very Unusual Pair of 19th Century Theatre Fountains

Very Unusual Pair of 19th Century Theatre Fountains

Located in New Orleans, LA

Papier mâché and resin sculptures.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Rococo Statues

Materials

Epoxy Resin

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Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Louis XVI Style Casket on Stand
Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Louis XVI Style Casket on Stand

Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Louis XVI Style Casket on Stand

Located in London, GB

Gilt bronze and Sèvres style porcelain Louis XVI style casket on stand This magnificent Louis XVI style ormolu casket is supported by a mirror-topped table stand, which sits on fo...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder
Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting seduced us with its rich colors. Depicting Diana and her companions surprised by Actaeon, it was inspired by an engraving by Aegidius Sadeler II after a painting by Jos...

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17th Century Old Masters Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...

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2010s British Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Important, Rare French Ormolu Sevres Style Porcelain Jewelry Box on Bronze Table
Important, Rare French Ormolu Sevres Style Porcelain Jewelry Box on Bronze Table

Important, Rare French Ormolu Sevres Style Porcelain Jewelry Box on Bronze Table

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A rare and important French ormolu/bronze and Sevres style turquoise porcelain jewelry box casket on matching French ormolu/bronze table with Sevres style porcelain plaques. Of pala...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting
Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting

Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting

By Emanuel Oberhauser

Located in Queens, NY

Emanuel Oberhauser (Austrian 1854 - 1919) “Mermaids, Neptune and Sea Water Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting painted circa 1885. Masterfully painted, this artwork dep...

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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large English Porcelain Dinner Service, Minton, circa 1845
Large English Porcelain Dinner Service, Minton, circa 1845

Large English Porcelain Dinner Service, Minton, circa 1845

Located in New York, NY

With a soft turquoise ground, painted with a fine spray of flowers, with gilt scroll and dash borders. Comprising pair of covered tureens and stands, pair of vegetable tureens, well ...

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Antique 1840s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Bed Italian Venetian Painted Trompe L’œil Baroque Fortuny Superking 6ft 180cm
Bed Italian Venetian Painted Trompe L’œil Baroque Fortuny Superking 6ft 180cm

Bed Italian Venetian Painted Trompe L’œil Baroque Fortuny Superking 6ft 180cm

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L’œil, Painted, Bed, Superking 6ft, 180cm wide, With Massive 213cm, 6ft 10in Shaped Headboard & 149cm, 5ft Shaped Footboard & Fortuny Bedc...

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Antique 1730s European Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Paint

Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait of Woman and Lap Dog
Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait of Woman and Lap Dog

Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait of Woman and Lap Dog

$3,440

H 11.42 in W 8.67 in D 1.19 in

Antique Limoges Enamel Portrait of Woman and Lap Dog

Located in London, GB

The beautiful enamel plaque was crafted in Limoges, a town in northern France. Limoges has long been associated with the production of high quality enamel wares. While to begin with,...

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Decorative Art

Materials

Enamel

Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, France, 1880
Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, France, 1880

Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, France, 1880

$107,334

H 35.83 in W 68.12 in D 25.2 in

Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, France, 1880

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Magnificent Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, After Antoine Gaudreaux's 'Commode Médallier'. The serpentine Vert Maurin marble top above a conforming case set with two cupbo...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Louis XVI Style Commode, After The Model By Joseph and Guillaume Benneman
Louis XVI Style Commode, After The Model By Joseph and Guillaume Benneman

Louis XVI Style Commode, After The Model By Joseph and Guillaume Benneman

By Benneman and Stockel

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Commode, After The Model By Joseph Stöckel and Guillaume Benneman. Decorated overall with berried scrolling foliage, the eared rectan...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots
Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots

Large Wool and Glass Beads Needlework Panel of Mary Queen of Scots

Located in London, GB

Large wool and glass beads needlework panel of Mary Queen of Scots Scottish, circa 1870 Panel: Height 107cm, width 150cm, depth 2cm Frame: Height 155cm, width 187cm, depth 20cm ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Other

Pair of Renaissance Style Enamel Plaques in Giltwood Frames
Pair of Renaissance Style Enamel Plaques in Giltwood Frames

Pair of Renaissance Style Enamel Plaques in Giltwood Frames

$3,302 / set

H 9.45 in W 7.09 in D 1.19 in

Pair of Renaissance Style Enamel Plaques in Giltwood Frames

Located in London, GB

Pair of Renaissance style enamel plaques in giltwood frames French, 19th Century Dimensions: Frames: Height 24cm, width 18cm, depth 3cm Plaques: Height 13cm, width 10cm Held in...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Impressive Louis XV Style Bureau Plat/Writing Desk, after Riesener & J.Oeben
Impressive Louis XV Style Bureau Plat/Writing Desk, after Riesener & J.Oeben

Impressive Louis XV Style Bureau Plat/Writing Desk, after Riesener & J.Oeben

Located in Berlin, DE

AN IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT /DESCRIPTION - AFTER THE BUREAU DU ROI AT VERSAILLES BY J.-F. OEBEN AND J.-H. RIESENER The rectangular top, with the outline of an arc-en-ar...

Category

20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

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