Antique Canons

In contrast to these prints, on which Mary is usually shown with European facial features, this painting, like another example in the former Augustinian Canons’ monastery of Pfaffen-...

De retour en France, Cogniet connaît le succès, notamment au Salon de 1824 avec sa Scène du massacre des Innocents, qui marque un rejet des canons idéalistes du néo-classicisme. Bien...

Justifications based on the work: - Academic Realism (Figurative): The treatment of the human body is anatomically correct and idealized, following classical canons of beauty. Th...

This elegant composition, whose curved shape suggests that it was intended for some decorative project, illustrates Moitte's shift around 1780 towards the neoclassical movement, insp...

Mahogany William and Mary style chest of six dovetails drawers with original brass teardrop pulls & marvelous canon ball feet. The interesting size boasts versatility lending itself ...

lovely collection of small cannons from the end of the 19th century. All the canons have different dimensions

This ensemble retains its stylistic coherence and stands as a clear example of the sober and rational elegance that distinguished Venetian production in the second half of the 18th c...

The painting was commissioned by Lelio Pasqualini (1549–1611), a native of Bologna then resident in Rome, where he was a canon at Santa Maria Maggiore. Its unusual composition may be...

Rassenfosse’s contribution holds a unique place in this canon, bridging fine art and commercial appeal with quiet authority.

It is perhaps for this reason that Deborne’s works have been neglected by the Post-Impressionist canon.

Most with cast relief decorations to the body. All with a looped canon to the top for suspension. Some still retaining clappers.

An attractive early printing of this important work in the modernist canon. Rebound in cloth backed paper covered boards, with morocco spine label.

As a collectable textile, this Shirvan rug stands out for its precision, its distinctive religious format, and its enduring cultural significance within the broader Caucasian weaving...

Attaque de la gauche commandée par le Prince d’Orange (left attack commanded by the Prince of Orange) D. Batterie à Canon (cannon battery) E. Batterie à Mortiers (mortar battery) F.

This striking plate from Booths England features the “Melsary” pattern, a lesser-known but visually captivating design in the canon of English transferware. Its deep cobalt blue flor...

The inscriptions above the columns identify their locations—such as Karnak, Luxor, and "Overblijfsel van Karnak"—demonstrating how each temple complex developed its own distinct vari...

Issued circa 1889 by Raphael Tuck & Sons as part of their renowned series of Dickens character studies, this print captures the gentle dignity and simple wisdom of a lesser-known but...

Paestum was part of the established canon of ancient sites to be visited by Grand Tourists, and remains so to this day.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Often overlooked in the canon of decorative arts, pyrography reached its zenith during the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when it flourished as a...

Often overlooked in the canon of decorative arts, pyrography reached its zenith during the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when it flourished as a...

Beautiful pair of Louis XVI style amphora-shaped vases in gilded bronze and "canon de fusil" patinated bronze attributed to Maison Millet.

Italian Art Nouveau set from the early 1900s - Elegant carved wooden desk and chairs with floral inserts and original upholstery Rare and elegant Italian desk set dating from the ea...

Often overlooked in the canon of decorative arts, pyrography reached its zenith during the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when it flourished as a...

Its bold form, ornate detailing, and intelligent construction make it a singular treasure within the canon of 19th-century European Judaica. Hallmarked and stamped with the Maker's ...

Although the pose seems casual, it was actually carefully composed for this official portrait and it is in line with the canons of the Florentine school of the late 1500s.

Its zoological plates, especially those representing colorful reef species, remain among the most beautiful and collectible prints in the natural history canon. Condition: Very good...

Often overlooked in the canon of decorative arts, pyrography reached its zenith during the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when it flourished as a...

The base, richly carved and decorated with ornamental motifs (including a central heart), reflects the decorative canons of the period from which it was inspired.

To the right, two richly dressed canons or bishops stand as witnesses, while a deacon holds a gospel book and another assistant presents a mitre or crown.

A valuable addition for collectors of antique zoological prints or anyone interested in crocodilians and reptiles of the 19th-century scientific canon. Condition Summary: Fair condi...

Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the time.  Measures sofa: Depth 75 cm, width 182 cm, height 110 cm.

Four 18th Century Optical views "Vue des Rives de la Seine prise du Pont Neuf à Paris" "Vue de la Place de l'Hôtel de Ville et du Phare à Calais" "Vue de Paris prise du Port de la Co...

The scene is only lit from two sources - one being the tranquil moon, and the other being violent flashes of canon fire between the two fighting ships. The moon penetrates from behin...

Given Thomire’s documented royal commissions and enduring legacy as one of the foremost decorative bronziers of his time, signed pieces such as these hold strong value on the market ...

Incredibly cool 19th century solar powered signal canon marble sun dial base. This signal cannon can be set to ignite with the sun through the attached magnifying glass- which can be...

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

It stands as one of the rare surviving examples of Bergé’s smaller-scale work, encapsulating his importance within the canon of early modern religious sculpture in the Low Countries.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20.

An English oak gateleg table of small scale with traditional flaps supported on two gates that fold in to body with distinctive canon barrel legs joined by double turned stretchers.