Antique Beast

At the center, tall arched panels show symmetrical grotesque compositions combining lions, winged figures, floral arabesques, mythological beasts, and architectural elements. The vis...

Playful putti dance among scrolling acanthus and vine leaves, while satyrs, fauns, and hybrid beasts intermingle with heraldic lions, eagles, and winged creatures.

Surrounding it are diverse panels featuring fantastic birds, hybrid beasts, winged cherubs, dolphins, sphinxes, and urns, each integrated into stylized vegetal frameworks.

The composition is both balanced and lyrical: the interplay of form and gesture among the animals invites the viewer into a moment of repose between work and activity, emblematic of ...

Depictions of mythical beasts and flowers are amidst scrolling stylised foliage and surmounted by a pair of small steeple finials.

A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts. 15th/16th century or earlier, North...

Considered one of the principal figures of the French Fauvist movement (c1904-8) he exhibited at the controversial Salon d’Automne in 1905 at which the critic Louis Vauxcelles famous...

A beautifully crafted Meiji period cloisonné table lamp featuring exquisitely detailed polychrome enameled mythical beasts, lending an air of mystique and elegance. The vase dates fr...

The base with two drawers carved with masks of mythical beasts, the drawers are flanked with the carved lions heads with corresponding brass rings.

Antique Indian rugs and amritsar carpets are characterized by large scale patterns featuring the millefleur designs, mythical beasts and Persian-inspired florals. Rich in heritage a...

The sheet showcases a dazzling collection of architectural and decorative motifs, including: – Scrollwork and foliage flourishes, many culminating in stylized animal heads or fantas...

Arts and Crafts Leather Model of a Horse This is a rare and beautiful find, it was probably made for Liberty but the label is no longer attached This handsome beast is free standin...

A very fine Japanese bronze Suiban (planter) of bellied oval form, richly decorated overall with hand enamelled and 'shibuichi' & 'shakudo' motifs, depicting geometric designs, p...

Draped in tassels and garland motifs, the beast of burden carries a towering obelisk-style pedestal, from which springs a crown of seven botanical candle arms—each one mimicking unfu...

These spirits were often represented as animals with bodies that intertwine, similar to the Celtic knots that were an important part of the culture. The beasts on this locket could b...

Like Jouve, he was captivated by the world of Kipling's The Jungle Book and illustrated the adventures of Mowgli, as well as Louis Pergaud's A Tale of Beasts and Montherlant's Bestia...

Below, vertical and horizontal panels are adorned with intricate scrollwork, acanthus leaves, mythological beasts, griffins, satyrs, and palmettes, all executed in a palette of crims...

The teapot's form is both robust and elegant, featuring a powerfully sculpted beast's head spout, often interpreted as a dragon—a motif highly prized in early Meissen wares.

. * Images of gods and hybrid creatures, some combining Egyptian and Hellenistic iconography, such as serpents, composite beasts, and deities in ritual gestures. * Amulets showing bo...

Chinese imperial roof decorations or roof charms or roof-figures (Chinese: 檐獸/檐兽; pinyin: yán shòu) or "walking beasts" (Chinese: 走獸/走兽; pinyin: zǒu shòu) or "crouching beasts" (Chin...

As the lion was regarded as the king of beasts and the eagle as the king of birds, the griffin came to embody supreme strength and majesty.

Surprising and rare Louis XVI secretary in cherrywood from the 18th century Uncommon secretary given its large size of 1m74 and its very beautiful interior Very beautiful patina an...

The candelabra display hints of Louis XVI classicism, incorporated with extravagant mythical beasts. Each candelabrum features tapering central column, which supports the head compri...

The matching spade and tongs with the cutest conforming mythical beast heads to the tops, open writhen handles, and writhen stems.  

To the centre below is a deep relief carving of a mythical beast and detailed foliage to each side.  The clear glazed door opens to reveal three adjustable shelves and a beautifully...

Each ewer is surmounted by a dramatically formed spout in the shape of a roaring lion’s or dragon’s head, gilded and stylized with curling mane, while the handle takes the form of a ...

A very fine antique double color overlay glass snuff bottle, finely carved with a qilin gazing at books and a playful foo dog with a ball, among flowing pink ribbons and clouds, rais...

The bowl has four panels, two decorated with figural scenes; a third with mythical beasts; and the fourth, which also has a vacant shield shaped cartouche, three birds amongst foliage.

This winter landscape masterfully conveys the struggle of man and beast against the harsh elements, a hallmark of genre painting from the period.

Delicate details across the mane, face and teeth have been preserved throughout the years, the red terracotta lightly weathered from age, with historic repairs to the paws and tail. ...

An unusual subject can be seen in the base, a hunter on horseback with sword drawn, confronting a mythological beast, probably representing a tiger with mandarins posing amongst styl...

A large and impressive Baroque style carved giltwood mirror, the rectangular mirror plate beneath a crest composed of a crown and a moon crescented cartouche flanked by stylised beas...

By 1905-1906 Friesz, Braque, Matisse, Derain, Vlaminck, Van Dongen and Rouault were described collectively as Fauves (the wild beasts). What they had in common was a desire to innova...

In European decorative art symbolizes courage nobility royalty strength stateliness and valor Historically the lion has been regarded as the " king of beasts ". To decorate your gar...

Stylised motifs, astral symbols, and natural imagery, alongside angels and mythical beasts, enrich the perimeter, giving the piece a sense of movement and storytelling throughout.

In 1895, the Friends of the Arts organized their first exhibition during which Louis Gautier and the other members mock Cézanne by hanging his canvas above the door. "I'm just an old...

If only these gentle beasts could talk and relate their history and experiences.

Each candlestick features a body formed from a mythical beast—half elephant, half dragon—with the candle stem rising from its back, culminating in a single candle holder above a drip...

Of pear shape, brightly enameled with three court ladies conversing on a terrace, observed by a courtier, the background depicting pavilions and auspicious objects, the spout formed ...

The fine engraving and carefully applied hand coloring bring the scene to life, highlighting the interplay between man, beast, and landscape. Condition: This antique print is in ver...

The figure sits astride a spirited warhorse, both man and beast enveloped in matching crusader livery. The horse rears up dynamically, emphasizing the movement and tension of battle.

The handles, shaped as stylized mythical beasts, add a sculptural dimension while symbolizing strength and protection, making this piece both visually captivating and culturally sign...

The design is a recreation of a part of the title page of "Various Birds & Beasts Drawn From Life" by Francis Barlow, a 17th century painter and engraver.

In 1895, the Friends of the Arts organized their first exhibition during which Louis Gautier and the other members mock Cézanne by hanging his canvas above the door. "I'm just an old...

In the upper panel, the "idols" of Campeche and Yucatán are presented as a dramatic tableau featuring monumental sculptural figures and mythic beasts. A large, coiled serpent emerges...

A very fine Kangxi Period (1662-1722) enamelled porcelain charger, the central field depicting two mythological 'feng-huang' (phoenix's) encircling chrysanthemum blossoms & scrolling...

In recent time, however, the concept of chi wara has become associated with the notion of good farmer, and the chi wara masqueraders are regarded as a farming beast. Always performin...

Two rows of high-stepping mythological beasts embellish the body of the main food bowl. 37.5 inches high by 17.5 inches diameter (95 by 44.5 cm).

Whilst the bodies of the fish are plainly dolphins, the faces seem to be morphing into sea beasts of some kind.

He stands holding a rifle casually on his left shoulder, while his right hand firmly grasps the neck of a wild beast. The figures are finished in a bright golden patina.

Throughout his life Barye endeavoured to capture the fundamental nature of the animal kingdom in all its diversity, wild or tame, exotic or familiar, cruel or gentle, bringing to lif...

Colorfully enameled with elegant gathering of the literati in the rock garden, The neck applied with twin gilded mythical beast handles. Small restoration to one handle.

The beast is rendered with restrained yet refined modeling, with subtle tension expressed along the neck and hind legs, complemented by raised ears and horn-like projections.

George III mahogany circular tip up table raised on ring turned gun barrel shaft and tripod acanthus carved cabriole legs and feet in the form of mythical beast heads. Raised in heig...

The immortal Sage is intricately carved, holding a Pixiu beast in one hand as it whispers into his ear—a scene rich in symbolism and narrative depth.

Antique Indian rugs and carpets are characterized by large scale patterns featuring the millefleur designs, mythical beasts and Persian-inspired florals. A prime example of the excl...

The glass Bull Decanter is a tribute to this awesome beast. Designed in the shape of a bull, this elegant decanter enriches your drinking experience and infuses a regal touch.

Modeled 1841-44, Taureau Attaque par un Tigre is a variation for the mythological beast featured in Barye's Thésée combattant le Minotaure, the celebrated work rejected by the Salon ...

A large Chinese carved Hetian White Celedon jade buckle, a beast head with two monkeys on the lower part and two peaches in the middle, depicting the meaning of long life with a succ...

Arts & Crafts Canvas Toy Model of a Horse This hansom beast is free standing and would very likely have been originally bought for a children’s room The condition is entirely ori...