Antique Borders

Wear and oxidation to the mirrored border and metal elements. Age-related marks to the glass and backing.

Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, the emerald cut centre stone framed by a scalloped border of old European cut diamonds, in silver settings over a 9KT gold shank.

The entirety of the piece is enclosed within a complementary, multi-tiered border; making this rug an excellent fit for a variety of interiors.

Triple floral meander guard borders establish successive layers of decoration, lending depth and ceremonial elegance to the design.

The silk fibers, luminous and supple, reflect light like water across the surface, giving the rug a living, breathing presence that transforms any space it inhabits into a sanctuary....

The substantial molded frame is enhanced by a delicate beaded inner border and crowned with an elaborate carved crest composed of scrolling acanthus leaves, flowers, and foliate moti...

The upper edge is finished with an attractive serpentine border, lending movement and refinement to the overall form.

The upper edge is embellished with an applied wavy rim in contrasting citrine-coloured glass, believed to contain uranium, creating a striking decorative border around the vessel. Fu...

The perimeter is finished with an elaborate gadrooned and rope-twist border, adding texture and definition to the composition while reinforcing its sophisticated Neoclassical influen...

Curving gold elements sweep upward around the cabochon, punctuated by polished ball accents and delicate textured borders. Marked 18K. Weight approximately 3.8 grams total weight.

ㅤ A distinctive serpentine or wavy border surrounds the upper rim, introducing gentle movement to the otherwise restrained circular form and providing a subtle decorative flourish.

ㅤ The elongated body is framed by a traditional gadrooned border and embellished with an accomplished combination of foliate, floral and swag motifs, creating a richly textured compo...

Magnificent French Louis XV style bureau plat dating to circa 1880 The shaped top is inset with black leather and framed by a moulded ormolu border Bought from a dealer on Marche Bir...

Crafted in Beijing during the Republic Period (1912-1949) of the early 20th century, the hardwood frame has an elegant simplicity, decorated only by three finely beaded edges and an ...

The rims are boldly flared and adorned with a carved leafy border, while the bases rest on scalloped footings that add visual weight and balance.

The generous scale ensures that the dramatic color composition and intricate border details are fully appreciated within a larger interior design scheme.

French patinated bronze tazzas, the shallow circular bowls with beaded rims over egg-and-dart borders, flanked by winged swan-form handles, each raised on a turned socle over a squar...

The top edge is finished with a foliate carved border, foliate front and side panels, and a gadrooned base border with casters.

The palette is a rich, earthen symphony: deep terra-cotta reds, warm tans, and creamy ivories vibrate against the dark field, while a sophisticated cerulean blue border provides a co...

The carpet centers around a deeply saturated, beautifully patinated navy field, which accentuates the angular tribal iconography and contrasts brilliantly against its elegant straw-c...

The decoration extends around the entire surface, with detailed rockwork at the base and elaborate floral borders along the shoulders and foot. The lids continue the motif, painted w...

Encircling the field is a Samovar turtle vine-scroll border, its substantial botanical forms unfolding along a continuous stem.

This exclusive border is framed by inner and outer carnation meander guard bands, whose flowing, interconnected forms speak to continuity and protection.

Triple meander guard borders introduce additional layers of geometry, creating a measured transition from the exuberant interior to the carpet's perimeter.

Floral guard borders introduce additional layers of detail, giving the perimeter an architectural sense of completion.

Inner and outer carnation meander guard borders complete the enclosure, their continuous flowering rhythm suggesting affection, vitality, and the recurring cycle of life.

A magnificent succession of borders completes the extraordinary masterpiece with ceremonial authority.

The 9k yellow gold bar is ornamented to the lower border with three silver set crescent shaped settings, embellished with a total of twenty-four pavé set diamonds.

The painting is presented in an elaborate giltwood frame composed of multiple molded borders, including richly ornamented foliate bands and delicate beaded detailing.

The painting is presented in an elaborate giltwood frame with deeply molded and ornamented borders, providing a rich architectural setting for the relatively intimate composition.

Framed by a sophisticated, multi-layered border, the design utilizes rich navy blue and golden ochre scrolling vines that contrast sharply with the pale interior field.

The apron is particularly handsome, with a continuous band of small gilt floral motifs set against the dark wood, followed by a narrow red and gilt carved border. Beneath it, a scall...

Early Classic French Art Deco ceiling fixture by Maurice Dufrene circa 1910, in bronze and leaded glass. 21" square with 5" high border. Ceiling drop length as needed. Exceptional or...

The multi-layered framing borders featuring continuous geometric and star motifs create a powerful visual boundary that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical...

The multi-layered framing borders featuring continuous floral and vine bands create a graceful visual boundary that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical fin...

France, 1920 Oak Parquet de Versailles floor panels with geometric woven lattice patterns, framed borders, and richly aged patina. Pieces slightly vary in sizing (from 41" - 43"), ro...

Open diamond latticework alternates with vertical cane elements and tightly woven sections, while braided borders emphasize the generous, flowing lines of the chairs.

The gilt inner frame with gilt border below gouache with classical scene under original glass flanked by composition gilt bellflowers.

The principal band is accompanied by inner and outer rose-mauve botanical guard borders, while slender navy rosette meander bands introduce another dimension of ornamentation.

Inner and outer floral meander guard borders establish successive layers of decorative intricacy, completing the enclosure with rosettes and stylized foliage.

The sensationally detailed and fitted Walnut inlaid top features a circular quarter veneered burl Walnut reserve with an outer border. The Walnut top is surrounded by a laurel design...

The composition avoids clutter, allowing the luxurious texture and the depth of the color palette to define the space. A multi-layered border frames the design, featuring intricate ...

The wide, architectural border frames the composition with a detailed, narrative landscape.

The main border is defined by a wide band of creamy beige, hosting a continuous, meandering vine populated by various blossoms and foliage.

A series of decorative borders surrounds the central field, including repeating floral and geometric motifs in muted earth tones.

A broad terracotta main border filled with repeating floral and vine motifs frames the central composition, complemented by finely drawn secondary borders.

Equally compelling are the layered borders, where bold geometric guard bands frame the field with striking contrast.

The supports have recessed faces bordered by narrow moldings and terminate in lion’s paw feet with defined toes and claws.

The upper rims are encompassed with bright cut engraved Greek key decorated borders. The lower portion of each drinking vessel is embellished with an impressive layered petal and ...

The upper portion of this antique coconut cup is encircled with the original sterling silver border to the rim embellished with pin struck undulating and trefoil shaped borders.

These borders provide structure to the otherwise airy field, creating a balanced interplay between openness and ornamentation.

The composition is framed by a painted foliate border. Executed in a restrained palette of soft greys, ochres, terracotta and muted blue-greens, the decoration reflects the influence...

The golden-yellow main border perfectly frames this arrangement, showcasing an intricate rhythm of stylized blue blossoms and deep red geometric brackets.

Impressive scale and appealing 19th century cartography as entered within an atlas Displays a desirable aged patina and in gently time-worn order, commensurate with age Set within a ...

A series of meticulously drawn borders frames the composition, anchored by a powerful Greek Key meander pattern executed in the same saturated indigo.

Sculptural side handles and a deeply molded border add further dimension to the design. A bright turquoise glazed interior provides beautiful contrast with the cobalt exterior, whil...

The rectangular top has softly rounded corners and a finely veneered border, complemented by turned pendant ornaments beneath each corner.

Delightful woodblock portrait in a charming mid-century frame Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Presented behind clear, bright glass with a silk cotton border Framed...

Against this textured field, the bamboo and birds appear remarkably fresh and graphic. A deep blue textile border frames the composition, adding another strong element of color and ...

A geometric key-pattern band encircles the neck above a border of pointed enamel motifs. Below the maritime scene, a second ornamental band transitions into finely textured metalwork...