Antique Castings

Of particular note is the remarkably fine quality of the bronze casting, displaying exceptional crispness, precision, and clarity of detail throughout.

Constructed as a large hollow metal casting, the underside reveals the interior structural shell and joining seams typical of large decorative architectural metalwork.

Details: Origin: China, Period: Ming Dynasty, Material: bronze, Height: 10 cm, Width: 9 cm, Condition: visible wear, oxidation, deposits, and casting irregularities.

The wall plate retains its original decorative casting and is stamped with the makers mark. A rare and highly decorative example of Dugdills’ industrial lighting - functional, beaut...

Metropolitan Museum, Accession Number: 26.256.2. Casting of acanthus leaves, and spirals on candle arms.

The underside clearly reveal their authentic, historical craftsmanship, showing the distinct texture of traditional sand-casting, rustic solder joints, and an untouched, rich aged pa...

Each mask bears subtle individual casting variations characteristic of traditional foundry work.

Rounded volumes with subtle fine lines and shapes in the casting. Fine joined raised small circle decorations.

Refined and unique pair of bronze vases, created using the lost-wax casting technique and featuring a fine gilt finish.

This particularly handsome example displays excellent casting quality and retains a wonderfully rich, dark patination with warm golden bronze highlights.

The warm patina and slight irregularities in casting attest to its hand‑made origin, while the elegant silhouette reflects the functional beauty prized in early domestic interiors.

A metal pin strikes the explosive dot, casting a spark directly onto a fuel-soaked cloth wick to ignite the lamp.

The underside retains the original rough-cast interior typical of traditional lost-wax or sand-casting techniques. This impressive piece measures 25.5 cm in height, 43 cm in overa...

Prominent spherical finials crown each of these substantial firedogs, rising above neatly turned baluster stems that broaden through tiered ring mouldings onto shaped plinths. The up...

The naturalistic leaf casting gives substantial weight to the foot, ensuring stability during use.

Its warm patina and subtle wear attest to its age, while the solid weight and precise casting reflect the quality typical of late 19th‑century French metalwork.

Although unmarked, the quality of the casting and design is entirely in keeping with the work for which Coalbrookdale became renowned during the Victorian period.

The brushed application of the lustre gives the deeply pleated ribs a subtle, shimmering depth, and the scalloped rim opens onto a salmon-pink interior that warms the light, casting ...

In very good condition, extraordinary casting quality of the boar heads. Very imposing size.

Cast in spelter—a traditional zinc-based casting alloy widely utilised by French foundries of the period—the figures are finished in a dark, patinated bronzed tone.

The underside reveals the exposed interior cavity and casting crust typical of traditional lost-wax or sand casting methods.

Referencing the superb casting, gilding and chased detail to the present figures, an attribution for the founder can be made to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843).

Rarely found in such good condition, the mirror retains its original foxed mercury glass plate, casting a beautifully aged, soft reflection. It stands as an authentic testament to th...

Magnificent Japanese Meiji style bronze sculpture depicting a procession of five elephants crossing an arched bridge Wonderful example of Japanese animalier sculpture with beautifull...

The sculpture features a very fine quality of casting and chasing, with exceptional attention to detail in the textures of the animal pelt, hair, and flowing drapery.

The metal base is paired with a fabric shade, casting a warm, ambient glow well suited to a console, nightstand, or side table.

The weight and sharpness of the casting are typical of GEC’s output at the time Rewired with 2m of black twisted flex and BS 3-pin plug.

Pair of bronze busts, one of Marcus-Aurelius the other of Tiberias each well modelled and with crisp casting and raised on a pedestal and on cylindrical black marble base.

Across the lower left edge of the bronze relief, the casting is clearly stamped 'FRITH 20'. The bronze plaque measures 180 mm in diameter, while the stepped wooden base measures 215 ...

Underneath the bronze casting, the piece is stamped with the mark Geschützt, denoting registered design protection under Austrian copyright law of the period.

The underside displays the rough interior texture typical of hollow casting, with no visible foundry stamps, signatures or inventory markings.

This collection of bronze bells originates from central Nigeria and was crafted using the lost-wax casting technique by skilled Igbo metalsmiths. The bells feature minimal circular d...

It is a carefully composed idealization of the natural world and the potential for harmony between man and beast. The casting is exquisite, typical of work from Louchet and is finish...

In the middle ground are a number of trading brigs sailing in to and out of the harbour and a small launch rowing against the choppy sea. The sun is setting, casting a beautiful glow...

This heavy hardstone base provides ballast against the dramatic forward lean of the casting, and its underside retains a green protective felt lining.

Manufactured in reconstituted stone by Brighthelm Stone in Sussex, England, the figure combines durable aggregate casting with carefully finished surface modelling.

This plaster cast, from the Louvre's plaster casting workshops, as attested by the seal "Musée du Louvre - Reproduction - Atelier de moule" at the base of the sculpture, transposes t...

It bears the noble traces of its centuries-long history, including a weathered patina, structural fissures inherent to early bronze casting, minor wear to the marble and losses—most...

Item features a large impressive size, stunning patina and casting, very rare antique andirons, approx 50 lbs each.

Underneath the hollow underside of the bronze casting, an incised maker or founder marking appears to read 'Planpain' beside the stamped inventory number 10166.

Technical details reflect early French craftsmanship, including visible cooling lines from the casting molds and beautifully irregular, time-worn bases.

Late 19th Century French Bonnet & Pottier Paris Marble & Bronze Mantel Clock Dimensions : 21" Tall X 17" Wide X 6" Deep This gorgeous mantel Clock was made by Bonnet & Pottier in P...

The base mounts display chased detail with leaf forms and textured bands. Bronze casting and chasing workshops during the Louis XIII period produced objects combining patinated surf...

Bergman Sthlm, identifying the renowned Stockholm art foundry responsible for casting the figures. Tore Strindberg was a Swedish sculptor known for his figurative works, including p...

The beautifully modeled necks, decorative collars, and elaborate pedestal bases further demonstrate the quality of the casting and the attention given to every architectural and scul...

The patinated gilded finish enhances every sculptural detail, casting warm metallic tones that accentuate the balance between heavy wrought iron construction and fluid organic lines.

Pieces of this character and sporting subject were widely produced in continental foundries, most notably in Austria, during the late Victorian period. The casting shows crisp detail...

The foot spreads across a 12 × 10-inch base, its long toes ending in sharply curved claws. The casting rewards close inspection: overlapping scales define the toes and lower leg, whi...

Each andiron is crowned with an ornate urn-shaped finial, completing the symmetrical design. The elaborate castings reflect the influence of French Baroque and Renaissance Revival d...

The gilding has worn to a soft warm tone over the high points of the casting. Priced for the pair.

19th Century Bronze 4 Light Etched Glass Shade Gas Chandelier Gasolier Dimensions : 24" Tall X 37" Wide X 37" Deep This gas chandelier was made in the 19th century and has gorgeous...

The metal exhibits natural aged patina throughout, showing gentle surface rubbing, minor contact wear, and typical darkening in the recesses of the raised relief casting, leaving all...

It has developed a rich, warm patina over time revealing an authentic ghost seam along the smooth column - a textbook marker of genuine, high-tier casting. In addition, the fluted o...

The dark, unpolished surfaces retain an authentic aged patina across both the iron armature and the bronze elements, exhibiting gentle surface wear, casting texture, and slight oxidi...

The Gustloff was torpedoed and sunk in the Baltic Sea in January 1945 before any planned refit took place, leaving this fitting uninstalled. A raised casting numeral reading '1858...

Hellefors Bruk, located in Hälleforsnäs in Södermanland, was founded in 1659 by the Walloon industrialist Abine Noij, initially specialising in the manufacture of cannons and other m...

A spectacular and unusually decorative pair of Victorian brass fire dogs, combining impressive scale, superb casting and highly unusual winged horse and lion decoration.

Technical details reflect early French craftsmanship, including visible cooling lines from the casting molds, original central casting plugs within the hollow undersides, and beautif...

There is a small hole near the rim of the base, believed to be an original casting flaw. Otherwise, the vase remains in very good antique condition with no noted significant damage o...

In superb condition, this magnificent chandelier serves as a rare, highly collectible centerpiece, casting a dramatic, radiant glow in any grand hall, salon, or fine antique collection.