Antique Advent

Originally burning oil, these lamps were the pinnacle of domestic technology before the advent of the lightbulb. Dealers Comments: "It is rare to find a pair of this specific 'heavy...

This resilient lattice construction, seen repeatedly on documented Hunzinger chairs, rockers, and lounging forms of the 1870s–90s, reflects his interest in hygienic, ventilated, and ...

Additional diagrams illustrate construction apparatus and building sequences, offering insight into how such towers were practically erected before the advent of modern industrial ma...

These are not common candlesticks, but a fascinating, functional example of sophisticated lighting technology designed to compete with the advent of early electricity. These lamps a...

The execution of this work corresponds to the painter's mature period in his long career and coincides with the advent of the Regency and the emergence of a new generation of artists...

Bird’s-eye views such as this were among the most ambitious and admired forms of 19th-century city imagery. Created before the advent of aerial photography, they combined cartographi...

The set is in very good antique condition with minimal wear on gold that is appropriate to its age. The advent of Arts and Craft Movement created the notion that the aesthetic quali...

The map provides valuable historical insight into the late 19th-century understanding of Pacific geography, maritime routes, and territorial divisions before the advent of modern car...

This was the moment of the advent of Art Nouveau, which placed Nature—a stylized Nature—at the center of taste.

The set is in very good antique condition with minimal wear on gold that is appropriate to its age. The advent of Arts and Craft Movement created the notion that the aesthetic quali...

We are offering a set of sugar bowl and creamer, decorated by the same artist with the landscape views in the same style, and most possibly a part of the same service, in a separate ...

The style emerged with the advent of the reign of Louis XIV in 1661 and lasted until the end of the 17th century.

Poynter added that Alma-Tadema's work, "combining absolute technical perfection with imaginative qualities of his own, had perhaps never been surpassed." With the advent of moderni...

He wears the dress of a Spanish Grandee, a style of costuming that enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in the late years of the prior century with the advent of the majismo tradition....

Lastronatura (an Italian term that does not have a direct English translation and is markedly different from “wood veneer”) is a traditional technique that gained popularity as early...

The later marks on the cup and saucer set suggest that while the blanks were made before 1876, the full service was probably decorated in early 1880s. The advent of Arts and Craft M...

The technical skill required to mold and successfully glaze these complex naturalistic forms made pieces like this milk jug a hallmark of innovation and decorative excellence in Engl...

The custom—which flourished from about 1660 until the advent of large-scale rail transport in the 1840s and was associated with a standard itinerary—served as an educational rite of ...

This early 20th-century mixed media by K & K Hof Atelier Pietzner of Vienna depicts a respectable family within a neoclassical garden setting. With the advent of photography, afflue...

Dating from the 18th to early 19th century, Continental Europe, most likely Spanish, most impressive monumental size, made long before the advent of electricity, this finely crafted ...

This plan likely derives from the 1710 travel publication by Cornelis de Bruijn, whose work introduced European audiences to the monumental ruins of Egypt, long before the Napoleonic...

These techniques are recorded as having been used prior to the 18th century to decorate Samurai swords, but with the advent of the Meiji Period (1868-1912), Japanese sword makers tur...

The Tea Caddy is modelled in the rare Drum form which was only produced for a short time during the 1770's before the advent of the oval forms. The main body is decorated with appli...

The custom flourished from about 1660 until the advent of large-scale rail transit in the 1840s, and was associated with a standard itinerary.

Materials & Technique Medium: Mixed technique on board Framed Dimensions: 29 x 25 cm Panel Dimensions: 20 x 16 cm Frame: Period-appropriate giltwood frame with decorative bea...

Flemish chandeliers and sconces were prized for their durability, ornate scrollwork, and reflective surfaces that amplified candlelight in grand interiors before the advent of gas an...

This subject is characteristic of the liberal rise which will led to the revolution of 1830 and the advent of the monarchy of King Louis Philippe.

Napoleon III style photo frame Origin France Circa 1900 Materials Bronze, bicelled glass and pastone Work done with great quality, all stones are very well set (jewelry work) Bicelle...

The society developed considerably at the end of the nineteenth century, with the advent of electricity, with objects for lighting.

A pricket is a sharp metal point on which to stick a candle. Until the advent of gas lights and later electricity, all rooms and all tasks were lit with candles, after dark.

Woad, with its delicate yellow flowers and sturdy roots, was a primary source of blue dye for textiles before the advent of indigo. White goosefoot, characterized by its dense flower...

He was one of the great names of the shin-hanga art movement, which revitalized the traditional art after it began to decline with the advent of photography in the early 20th century...

The "D & Co France" mark was in use from 1894 to 1900, when it was replaced by "B & Co France" mark. The advent of Arts and Craft Movement created the notion that the aesthe...

Sundials in Fortresses Before the advent of accurate mechanical clocks in the 19th century, sundials were a reliable method of timekeeping, particularly in outdoor settings such as f...

These techniques are recorded as having been used prior to the 18th century to decorate Samurai swords, but with the advent of the Meiji Period (1868-1912), Japanese sword makers tur...

These techniques are recorded as having been used prior to the 18th century to decorate Samurai swords, but with the advent of the Meiji Period (1868-1912), Japanese sword makers tur...

It was also one of the last major conflicts to feature traditional cavalry units, such as cuirassiers, playing a significant role before the advent of more modern warfare tactics and...

However, after 1840, with the advent of electroplating (a galvanic silver-plating process), the Sheffield Plate gradually fell out of favor and came to be known as "Old Sheffield Pla...

He studied at L’Ecole Nationale des Arts Decoratifs and the Beaux Arts de Paris, where he became particularly interested in the challenges that the advent of electricity would have o...

Her work so impressed one newspaper art editor that he was determined to raise her profile when he later became an art agent. With the advent of World War II, however, Fairfax Whites...

During this period, the citizens of Antwerp would have paid their taxes directly to the Habsburg dynasty of the Holy Roman Empire, centered in Vienna, leading to discontent among tho...

The custom—which flourished from about 1660 until the advent of large-scale rail transport in the 1840s and was associated with a standard itinerary—served as an educational rite of ...

This process is considered by collectors to be the finest method of silver plating ever developed, but which ceased with the advent of electroplating developed and patented by Elking...

While there is no doubt some of these extraordinary works of art were intended for use in churches, scholars believe that oil paintings of illuminated manuscripts were also commissio...

The glass was faceted (much like a jewel) and mounted in gilded bronze. The advent of new manufacturing methods and improved transportation opened the world marketplace to creators ...

The detailed illustration, along with the hand coloring, suggests that this was produced at a time when such illustrations were critical for the study and documentation of wildlife, ...

The hand coloring brings depth and life to the illustrations, which would have been vital for those studying zoology before the advent of color photography.

It's a fine example of historical zoological illustrations, which played a crucial role in the study and documentation of wildlife before the advent of modern photography. These illu...

Specializing primarily in lighting fixtures, the firm took full advantage of the advent of electricity, incorporating it with their decorative designs, combining function with elabor...

Hand-colored engravings like this one were essential for educating a wide audience about the wonders of nature before the advent of modern photography. Friedrich Johann Bertuch, a ce...

The style emerged with the advent of the reign of Louis XIV in 1661 and lasted until the end of the 17th century.

Transitional cut diamonds came to the fore in the early 1900s and were the precursor to the modern round brilliant cut diamonds of today, with the advent of better diamond cutting eq...

Calm blue and green colors are accentuated by bright yellow centers of the flowers and the gold rims. The advent of Arts and Craft Movement created the notion that the aesthetic qua...

Louis-Philippe's overthrow by the Revolution of 1848 and the advent of Napoleon III in 1849 scarcely affected his activity.

These types of posters were not only visually appealing but also served as vital educational tools before the advent of modern digital learning aids. Musée Scolaire and similar publ...

A pair of twisting dolphins can be seen on either side of a bearded mascaron, above a ring of foliage. With the advent of running water, lavabos are no longer used as a cleaning stat...

The creature is rendered with a somewhat exaggerated and elongated body, a detail often found in early zoological illustrations before the advent of more accurate scientific drawing ...

This grand chandelier, with its striking visual impact and exquisite craftsmanship, hails from a time when the advent of electric lighting in homes—through thin, fabric-covered, twis...

They reflect the botanical accuracy needed for plant identification and study, which was crucial before the advent of modern photography. 5. **Decorative Appeal**: Beyond their scie...

This stunning and all handcrafted five-light chandelier from the 1870s is designed in the shape of an advent wreath and it was originally made to be a gas-light.