Antique Cradle

At the summit sits an oval bowl with a shaped, undulating rim, fitted with a removable metal liner for use. The bowl is cradled within a pierced gilt bronze frame of scrolling acanth...

can rightly claim to be the cradle of English Golf. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest golf course in the country and is regarded as the St Andrews of the South.

The set is presented on a sterling silver stand with a central frame for the decanter and six scrolling arms that elegantly cradle each glass. The tray base is embellished with a gad...

The wooden panel was cradled in Italy, probably during the 1970s–1980s.

The handle is cleverly shaped as a naturalistic tree limb, adding both function and sculptural appeal. Designed to cradle a bottle at an angle for easy pouring, the holder features a...

Illuminated by soft light from a window, a woman cradles a baby whilst another woman mends clothes in this intimate domestic scene.

One depicts a large monkey seated upon a rocky base, gently holding a peach in one hand while protectively embracing a smaller monkey with the other. The young monkey cradles a mouse...

The left miniature drawer is a rare find, featuring an interior meticulously carved with three parallel, scooped horizontal troughs specifically contoured to cradle fountain pens or ...

This 1900s 14 karat yellow gold natural pearl bar brooch by Whiteside and Blank is built from a continuous twisted gold wire that loops and curves along its length, cradling sixteen ...

Unlike a traditional wine coaster or wine cradle, which supports the bottle from beneath, this innovative design allows the bottle to be carried, presented, and poured with a single ...

A pot cooks over an open fire, whilst a dog rests beside a cradle. Well presented in an ornate gilt-effect frame with a foliate running pattern.

Modeled in glazed Majolica pottery, the piece features a cherubic putto cradling a vine laden with fruit, surrounded by garlands and classical scrollwork.

It uses plant fibres or similar material to stitch the edges of leaves together, creating a protective cradle in which its nest is constructed. The plate charmingly illustrates both ...

Here, she's transformed one of the most familiar moments of domestic life into something quietly profound. A young mother cradles her infant across her lap as she patiently offers a ...

The simple, sophisticated design features a single 2.9mm Old European-cut diamond securely cradled in a charming, traditional buttercup setting.

An iconic image of mother and child painted in oil onto a thick terracotta panel. The infant Jesus cradles his mothers breast in the intimate scene.

Seated beside a leaded window, a young mother turns her attention to delicate needlework while her sleeping baby rests peacefully in a cradle. The demands of the day have briefly fal...

This delicate portrait depicts a barefoot girl seated whilst cradling a water jug in her lap. The artist employs a soft, impressionistic technique with gentle brushwork, rendering th...

The tapered silhouette closely follows the shape of a traditional coffin, with small metal side pulls and a green fabric-lined interior designed to cradle and protect its contents. H...

Single small wine coaster with a low-profile circular form, finished in black with gilt decoration to the exterior band and a dark interior, designed to cradle a bottle on the table.

In her arms, a curly-haired baby Jesus sleeps blissfully, about to be placed in the cradle. To the right, Joseph observes the scene. The painting has undergone conservative restorati...

Along one edge are three deeply recessed bottle wells, each sized to securely cradle a standard wine or champagne bottle. The circular wells descend approximately six inches below th...

Accented by an official GIA report (#5231754297) identifying its characteristics as L color and SI2 clarity, the gemstone radiates a warm, sophisticated antique glow with crisp, clea...

Constructed of solid oak with forged iron fittings, it features a long wooden handle, large spoked wheels with iron rims, and a suspended metal cradle designed to securely hold a sin...

Circular form with low-profile sides, intended to cradle wine bottles on a dining table. Sold as a pair.

Circular form with low-profile sides, intended to cradle wine bottles on a dining table. Sold as a pair.

PAIR of Austrian Art Nouveau / Secessionist bronze candlesticks with the relief of whiplash stems emerging from the bobeches upright cradling a candle stick with two lilies (marked: ...

Most remarkably, each sphinx extends its human forearms forward to cradle a spherical vessel — originally a lamp socket, gas jet, or candle cup — in outstretched hands, transforming ...

This expressive 18th-century Spanish oil painting captures a profound moment of sorrow and transcendence: the Virgin Mary as Mater Dolorosa cradles the lifeless body of Christ beneat...

Each arm terminates in an exquisite, cast-brass candle bobeche shaped like an opening tulip or lotus bud, designed to cradle traditional taper candles. The fixture is perfectly balan...

Sculpted in France, circa 1920, the two-piece set has a bottom platter with high relief asparagus and artichoke motifs, and a rounded scalloped cradle shaped as white and green aspar...

The corker has an arched lever, adjustable bottle-height screw, and twin round platforms to securely cradle the bottle during corking and the tripod base ensures stability.

The composition depicts the Virgin with her gaze turned toward heaven, cradling the sleeping Child in her arms. Beside her, the young Saint John — identifiable by the slender reed cr...

Depicting 3 conjoined maidens cradling their faces with their dresses flowing into a wide trefoil undulating base.

After training in Nancy, the cradle of French artistic glass, and working alongside leading craftsmen associated with Daum and Gallé, he co-founded the Verreries Schneider in 1913.

The original outer cardboard box features a gold lid stamped “Ritz” in bold black lettering, a black base with an original paper label marked “256,” and a cream-colored satin interio...

Below, the mount resolves into a pierced, rocaille-inflected base with scrolling reserves and small bracket feet, giving the piece the presence of a salon centerpiece while keeping t...

Box hinges open to reveal removable cradle fitted with four etched crystal decanters and 6 matched cordial glasses each accented with delicate gold grapevine pattern.

According to Greek mythology, the goddess Hera, enraged by Zeus's illegitimate son, sent two venomous serpents into the child's cradle. Rather than succumbing, the infant seized a se...

Edward was afforded a luxurious suite, but was initially kept in the presence chamber in a ‘cradle of state’ so that nobles and courtiers could visit the young prince.

Their characteristic lateral sweep often follows the natural curve of the elephant’s tusk: Mary’s body leans over her supporting leg, whilst the Child is cradled on her opposite hip....

The interior is smoothly hollowed to cradle a standard wine bottle securely, making it both decorative and functional.

Rendered with remarkable warmth and humanity, the figure displays the distinctive calm expression, softly modeled features, and restrained elegance characteristic of late Angkor craf...

Forged entirely of hand-worked iron, the tall rectangular form is constructed with vertical strapwork and undulating horizontal supports designed to cradle bottles securely on their ...

Universally revered for the complex, brocaded Soumak wrapping technique that creates an exceptionally dense and durable ribbed structure, this historic piece originally served as the...

Elaborate gilt bronze ornamentation borders the rims and feminine winged term figure handles cradling baskets of ornate flowers. The vases stand on gadrooned square plinth bases fit...

The bundle of twigs is sculpted in a tapered upward form to securely cradle the basin. A wound metal wire imitating rope is affixed to the ox’s nose and with additional wires along i...

The deeply saturated garnet displays beautiful wine-red tones and is elevated by the highly detailed goldwork, with each cherub appearing to cradle the stone in an almost mythical, p...

Condition report: Panel with cradle. Good state of conservation of the paint surface, with minor localised abrasions and old retouching

At its heart, a 3/4 carat opal shimmers with that elusive, shifting play of color that no other gemstone can replicate, cradled in warm 14 karat yellow gold and enveloped by a full c...

The quality of execution, the luminous treatment of Christ's figure, and the sculptural solidity of the figures point to a workshop of considerable skill, active within the master's ...

Draped over her shoulders is a patterned shawl, its rich folds and subtle colour contrasts demonstrating the artist's careful attention to texture and costume. Cradled in her arms a...

Housed in the private Royal Chapel of Windsor Castle, the sculpture depicts an angel cradling many children. Dalou completed several studies of the angel bust in preparation for this...

Families would keep such sheets near a sick child’s cradle, place them under a pillow, carry them folded on the body, or read the prayers aloud in hopes of divine healing and protect...

This antique French barbotine serving piece was crafted circa 1920 and designed in the form of an asparagus cradle, a classic presentation piece used for serving asparagus or other d...

The oil on canvas composition captures a touching winter scene at the threshold of a rustic country home, where a father stands in the doorway cradling an infant, while a young girl ...

This antique asparagus server showcases exceptional craftsmanship, featuring a delicately hand–saw–pierced cradle adorned with an engraved iris motif. Its floral handle echoes the or...

Draped in flowing attire, she gracefully extends her right arm while cradling a scroll in her left, symbolizing knowledge and inspiration, holding a book inscription indicating "Tabu...

Traces of bright red, green, and orange pigments remain visible in the floral patterns on the front and back. The figure is cradling a deer (or stag) in front of him. In Chinese cul...

Traces of bright red, green, and orange pigments remain visible in the floral patterns on the front and back. The figure is cradling a deer (or stag) in front of him. In Chinese cul...