Antique Borders

The juxtaposition of the bold field color against the softer neutral border showcases the sophisticated design sensibility found in the finest antique rugs from this era.

The design features a delicate central floral roundel, framed by elegant corner spandrels and a wide, multi-layered border densely packed with scrolling vines and blossoms.

Red, yellow, blue, orange and purple glass is arranged in a rhythmic composition of elongated panels, small geometric borders and angular sections. Black kiln-fired scrolls and flowi...

The individual panels are separated by narrow pale borders that follow the contour of the jar. Leaves are painted in several shades of green, while the blossoms are rendered in blue,...

Its sunken field holds, in mirror arrangement, two round forms with crossed curves, two vase shapes, a central bell shape and a small round boss, with small signs scattered along its...

The rectangular top is bordered by a brass gallery. Below sits a single drawer fitted with a cast-brass escutcheon and ring pull.

Each plate features faded, primitive hand painted central medallions and concentric borders that subtly peek through a beautifully degraded slip glaze.

The use of soft apricot, pale yellow, and muted gray highlights against the saturated navy creates a striking contrast, emphasizing the elegance of the blue color rugs palette favore...

Gonner, featuring bird and botanical panels bordered in gold. The shade diffuses an inviting, ambient glow that enhances the depth of the antique bronze and brings warmth to a room.

French School, circa 1830 Portrait of a Young Man with Curly Hair in a Landscape Charcoal with stumping, heightened with white chalk, on beige paper, cut as an oval and laid on buff ...

Crafted with the robust structure typical of Chinese workshop production, this piece exhibits exceptional clarity in its drawing. The complex border system, incorporating traditional...

Framed by a wide, architectural border featuring key-fret patterns and stylized vases, this Peking creation remains a timeless testament to the enduring artistry of Chinese textile p...

The structure is framed by an elaborate border system featuring dark, stylized prunus branches that flow dynamically through the corners.

A delicate, meandering border frames the composition, featuring continuous vines interspersed with circular and octagonal cartouches.

The long rectangular top features broad oak planks framed by a mitered border, with softly rounded edges and visible grain throughout.

This splendid table has a beautifully figured rectangular mahogany top with a finely moulded edge, above a deep frieze enhanced by delicate carved detailing along its lower border. ...

The silvered copper relief is presented in an ornate rectangular frame featuring a contrasting blackened finish embellished with raised floral and scrolling motifs, complemented by s...

Antique Tai Yai Burmese wooden disciple seated on a base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robe. Age: Burma, 19th Century Size: Height 38 C....

This central design is further embellished with an impressive blue enamel panel, encompassed with a paralleling yellow gold border. The symmetrical silver set frame is further ornam...

his is an exquisite and exceptionally rare mid-19th-century antique Chinese silk embroidery, Hand-crafted circa 1850 during the Qing Dynasty era, this museum-grade textile panel meas...

The large rectangular tray is bordered by an elaborate raised edge and scrolling handles, providing a substantial architectural base for the complete service.

The circular silver dial with Roman numerals is framed by a gilt border adorned with flowers and leaves, set within a rectangular case framed by large, fleshy acanthus leaves.

XXIX." is lettered at the top right outside the border, the section title "Chirurgie." below the border, and the page number "92." at the lower left.

XXXIII." is lettered at the top right outside the border, the section title "Chirurgie." below the border, and the page number "96." at the lower left.

The decorative scene is framed by a narrow polished silver border, while the smoothly finished circular silver body provides an elegant contrast to the richly ornamented lid.

Mounted beneath glass with an embossed gilt brass border, the sitter is depicted half-length in the aristocratic fashion of the late eighteenth-century French court.

Ornate diaper bands and scrolling foliate borders frame the shoulders, spout, and inner rim of the jug.

Fine linear engine turning extends across the rectangular hinged cover, enclosed by a narrow banded border that exemplifies interwar design. Centred along the front rim, a shaped thu...

The contrast between the deep underglaze cobalt ground, the fine gilded borders, and the bright silver mounts exemplifies the refined luxury of interwar British tableware.

The flared base and peaked cresting are framed by cast and chased scrolling foliate borders beneath the vitreous enamel, producing a rich play of light across the geometric ground.

Each colour panel is demarcated by thick, black brush-painted border lines. This multi-tone geometric camouflage scheme was introduced to break up the smooth outline of the helmet ag...

The painting is presented in its original black painted wooden frame with a contrasting gilt inner border. The antique artwork is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use...

The central motif is framed by geometric borders composed of rectangular and square glass panels, creating a striking balance between organic ornamentation and architectural symmetry.

Elegant Regency lacquered work table with gilt chinoiserie decoration against a dark ground The shaped hinged top features a central decorative panel surrounded by floral borders The...

Her yellow gold armor introduces a sculptural contrast, with engraved rivet borders, a lion’s head at the breastplate, and fan-shaped ornament below.

A delicate eight-point foliate motif sits centrally between the two lines, framed by a continuous dashed tramline border running along the perimeter. Along the lower right edge, t...

Superb craftsmanship distinguishes this fine gentleman's card table Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select stocks present attractive grain interest throughout Warm...

Slender gold spokes tipped with individual pearls alternate with the larger points, extending the celestial composition and adding an airy outer border. Open spaces around the raised...

It is further enhanced by delicate boxwood stringing and elegant scrolling inlaid decoration at four points around the border. The shaped, moulded edge provides an attractive finish ...

ANTIQUE FLORAL BEADED WALL HANGING An extremely decorative three dimensional wall hanging sculpture made from threading tiny glass coloured beads on to a wirework frame depicting a ...

The artwork is housed in a substantial, tiered molded wood and plaster frame featuring an antiqued bronze-gold finish with a delicate repeating border pattern along the inner rim. S...

Highlights of rich indigo blue frame the main field and accent the multi-tiered border, providing a refined contrast to the muted beige, taupe, and earth tones.

These figures are surrounded by flowing vegetation and framed by elaborate geometric borders, circular rosettes, and stylized architectural ornamentation.

Good conditions with aged borders. The artwork is represented through deft and quick strokes by mastery.

The central coin displays the crowned royal arms of Portugal surrounded by crisp Latin and Portuguese legend lettering, framed by a hand-crafted silver beaded (granulated) border. Th...

The shaped blade is embellished with impressive, finely pierced and engraved scrolling branch ornamentation segmented with simplified leaf festoon style borders. The cast and applied...

The central scene is framed by an intricate border of scrolling foliate motifs in deep blue and black, accented with yellow trim and a dotted outer edge.

Both bombe sides feature beautifully executed geometric parquetry panels framed with contrasting wood borders. The front corners are further adorned with impressive ormolu mounts fea...

Craftsmanship & Decorative Details Monoxyl Woodcarving: The curved body of the shield, the projecting antelope head, and the sturdy reverse handle are hand-hewn as an integral, singl...

An elegant late 19th century French doré bronze picture frame, dating to circa 1890, featuring a beautifully detailed decorative border and an elaborate laurel wreath crest at the top.

Flanking carnation meander guard borders introduce blossoms associated with devotion, admiration, and the pleasures of cultivated gardens.

Structurally, the rug is defined by its complex and layered border system. Multiple guard bands feature classic Chinese geometric patterns, including the prominent Greek key or T-fre...

The expansive central field is rendered in a luminous, warm ivory tone, providing a perfect canvas for the dramatic contrast of the deep indigo border. This masterful use of negative...

This deep hue contrasts beautifully with the soft, muted gold and tan tones of the primary border, creating a sophisticated visual depth that prevents the design from feeling overly ...

Built for security and durability, the heavy iron box features a hinged lid decorated with raised Gothic-style letters and numbers, complemented by a sculptural grapevine motif with ...

The richly decorated frame features additional floral and foliate motifs, with scrolling ornaments accenting the corners and borders. The original beveled mercury glass is surrounded...

Deep brown patination defines the skin tones, set against an emerald green draped garment bordered with fine gilt lining, while lustrous metallic highlights accent the wings and head...

Surrounding the central tableau, the dish features a wide turquoise and blush-pink border framed by raised gilt arabesques and diaper-pattern reserve panels.

Mounted to the front slope of the stone is a shaped silver presentation tablet with a moulded border. It is embossed in raised relief with the dedication: ""PRESENTED BY THE FOOTBALL...

The frame of this table is made of mahogany, and its apron houses two shallow drawers and two sliding panels covered with a heavily worn green leather stamped with gold borders, usef...