Antique Feathers

Their serene classical faces, tightly arranged hair, articulated feathered wings and deeply folded garments display a sculptural quality intended to evoke the art of antiquity.

The artist demonstrates remarkable technical virtuosity, capturing the fine texture and sheen of individual feathers, the soft down of the chicks, and the atmospheric depth of the di...

The Duchess is portrayed with beautifully defined powdered curls beneath an imposing wide-brimmed hat adorned with white and warm red-orange feather plumes. A soft white fur stole su...

French 19th century Louis XV style settee with gracefully shaped crest rail, scrolled cushioned arms, finely carved frieze with centered carved flowers and a serpentine apron raised...

Delicately observed leaves, berries and feathers create a rich interplay of color and texture, while the dramatic sky lends depth and atmosphere to the scene.

The bird is therefore not simply an applied decorative motif; its wings, feathers, body, legs and tail determine the architecture of the chair itself.

The oval cameo depicts a woman in profile, her hair arranged in elaborate curls beneath a feathered headdress. She wears a beaded necklace and a softly draped garment, with fine carv...

At the upper left, item 1 is a silver breast star of many feathered rays with a red ring around a blue center bearing a crowned script monogram.

The dramatic composition is particularly successful, with the sweeping curve of the scythe echoing the movement of the figure and his large feathered wings. Beside him is a further p...

Finished with coordinating backs and feather/down inserts.

The glaze is both matte bisque (feathers) and glossy (beak). Presents beautifully.

This Victorian olivewood stationery cabinet by George Betjemann and Leuchars, dating to circa 1880, is of impressive size and veneered in feathered olivewood with brass mounted corne...

The figure is carved with a solemn youthful face, curling hair, and deeply modeled feathered wings rising from the shoulders, the surface retaining areas of aged gilding, warm brown ...

At the top is a pale blue star of feathered rays with a blue center bearing a crowned monogram, ringed by a gold-lettered legend.

Below at left, a vignette lettered "OGLETHORPE PRESENTING THE INDIAN CHIEFS TO GEORGE 2ND 1733." shows Native American leaders in feathered dress and cloaks received before a seated ...

Below at left, "DONGAN'S TREATY WITH THE FIVE NATIONS, 1684." shows colonial officials in broad hats meeting Native American leaders in feathered headdresses. At right, "SLAUGHTER AT...

The ornamental border carries an uncaptioned emblem above the view: a Native American man with a feathered headdress sitting on a rock in a pensive pose, a long gun leaning beside him.

At top left is a silver star of feathered rays with a green cross, its blue center ring lettered in Latin around a white falcon with spread wings on a gold ground.

The broad top is surrounded by an exuberantly carved piecrust edge, more shell than pastry, its repeated fluting giving the perimeter an almost feathered appearance. Below, a carved ...

Each bird displays crisp feather detail across the wings and body, with finely chased surface decoration bringing depth and texture to the plumage.

Clothing was made of silk brocade , feathers on the sword scabbard and his armor is metal and lacquer.

The frame is crowned with feathered ornaments, floral motifs, scrolling volutes and deeply carved foliage, while expressive cherub heads appear throughout the composition.

The seat cushion shown is foam and we would recommend changing to feather or a hair filled squab. for upholstery.

The shades are gold favrile glass with pulled feather decoration suspended above a patinated bronze decorated "Artichoke" base.

The Duchess is portrayed with finely defined powdered curls beneath a dramatic dark grey, wide-brimmed hat adorned with white and orange-red feather plumes. A crisp white fur stole f...

One of the most extraordinary and decorative models that Goldscheider ever has produced: Depiction of an exotic dancer standing upright, leaning slightly backward and looking to the ...

The lower portion is dominated by a magnificent spread-winged eagle, its feathers meticulously engraved with extraordinary precision and extending dramatically across the width of th...

Very fine early George III carved and giltwood mirror with feather carved crest over unusual co-joined circle pierced decoration, the frame carved with rocaille, scroll and foliate c...

They are full of detail, movement and symbolism with stepped feathered wings and bacchanalian detail on their breastplates.

The lower bureau section features a beautifully figured burr walnut fall front with feather-banded borders, opening to reveal a fitted writing interior arranged with pigeonholes, dra...

Comprised of a figaro link chain centering a lavalier style pendant drop station Designed as a fanning openwork ornament with peacock feather motif drop Comprised of intricate filigr...

The adult's head is bowed, showing the heavy, plain pale bill with its white nail and no white at the base, the shaded head and neck and the barred feathers of the back and flanks. T...

Clothing was made of silk brocade , feathers on the Kusazuri and the sword scabbard and his armor is metal and lacquer.

Particular attention is given to the boy’s expressive face, feathered hat, detailed costume and ornamental base.

New cushions would be required which we can arrange either feather or horsehair which this sofa would have originally had.

The Material & Technique: Each crane crest is meticulously executed in gold maki-e, with fine feather details carefully rendered within the circular emblems.

The main decoration features four phoenixes in flight on the body of the jar, each rendered in iron-red with gilt highlights and blue enamel accents, their wings spread and long tail...

The lower cabinet door presents the most remarkable feature: a deeply carved oval hunting scene depicting game birds amid dense leaves and woodland vegetation. Individual feathers, b...

The angel is flanked by a pair of sweeping, dynamically carved outspread wings with meticulously detailed feathers. Acquired from a premier European collection , the sculpture displ...

Individual strands of hair are picked out around the chest, underside and legs, continuing through the beautifully feathered tail. The subtle modelling of the body gives the animal b...

The composition presents the bust-length portrait of a young Parisian woman wearing an expansive feathered hat and an oversized silk bow, her direct yet contemplative gaze capturing ...

Each circular hard-paste plate is painted at the center with a single botanical specimen, shown as a cut stem in the manner of a contemporary flower engraving: pansies in crimson and...

The large parrot features vibrant, fiery red plumage on its head and body, transitioning to rich golden-yellow and cobalt-blue wing and tail feathers with finely articulated texture....

The two birds are beautifully modeled with carefully rendered feathers, wings and plumage, set upon an architectural stepped marble base in contrasting tones of green, red and cream.

The anterior surface of each antique menu holder has been embellished with a cast owl head design, ornamented with details reproducing the sharp definition of each owl's feathers and...

The sculpture showcases intricate details, including a wide-brimmed hat embellished with feathers and bows, a high-collared jacket with floral motifs, and a laced corset featuring de...

The cranes are executed in finely shaded white enamel with meticulously articulated feathering, accented by black necks and red crowns.

The leaves are enameled in pale yellow-green shading into a rich purple, the color laid on in quick, feathered brushstrokes that follow the veining, while the stalk end is left a pal...

This pair of 19thc Homespun linen pillows that are double sided and old patches with faint blue stripes in fine condition.These pillows are down & feather fill. Sold as a pair.

Its expressive head, prominent comb and wattles, long white legs, and dramatically layered tail feathers give the figure strong sculptural presence.

The artist captures the life of early spring with meticulous attention to texture—the weathered bark and soft moss on the tree trunk contrast gently with the luminous petals and the ...

Antique Belgian wool tapestry pillow with tassels and velvet back. Feather and down insert.

The bird is painted in shades of brown, black, white, and gray with individually delineated feathers, yellow talons, and a blue gray beak. Behind the eagle are stylized cloud bands, ...

Two prominent phoenix head handles rise from either side of the neck, each modeled with an open beak, pointed crest, and feathered surface. Additional scrolling handles flank the rou...

Our Gold-Gilded Bronze Cockatoo figurine was probably designed as a table decoration and features heavily textured and highly detailed feathers. The Gilt Cockatoo is mounted on a con...

Figure one shows the underside, with the large yellow ringed eye spot that gives the owl butterflies their name and the fine wavy markings that resemble feathers. Figure two shows th...

A draped figure between tall feathered standards presides over the offering, and palms, taro leaves and a smoking fire frame the scene.

The wings feature colorful geometric panels enclosed by gilt borders, while the magnificent layered tail feathers are rendered in a striking palette of red, green, yellow, blue, blac...

The design incorporates repeating geometric and feather-like motifs framed by narrow contrasting stripes, creating a strong and balanced Southwestern aesthetic.

Traditionally horsehair-filled, with classic deep button-back upholstery and loose feather filled seat cushions, these chairs offer exceptionally comfortable seating.