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Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

time, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories of the

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Loetz Gold Iridescent Pinched Vase
Loetz Gold Iridescent Pinched Vase

Loetz Gold Iridescent Pinched Vase

By Loetz Glass

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A stunning and rare tall gold iridescent pinched glass vase by Loetz. The iridescent color with

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1920s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Gold Leaf Crown Sculpture Fragment on Thick Lucite Base, 19th Century
Gold Leaf Crown Sculpture Fragment on Thick Lucite Base, 19th Century

Gold Leaf Crown Sculpture Fragment on Thick Lucite Base, 19th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This rare 19th Century French gilt wood and rope fragment is a captivating piece of history as well as a striking standalone decorative accent. This unique sculpture features organic...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Rope, Lucite, Wood

Pair of Chinese Red and Gold Incense Stands, c. 1900
Pair of Chinese Red and Gold Incense Stands, c. 1900

Pair of Chinese Red and Gold Incense Stands, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

top is the shou medallion for longevity. Finished with red lacquer and gold paint, these unique

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Wood

Solid 750 (18K) Gold Snuffbox - 17th Century
Solid 750 (18K) Gold Snuffbox - 17th Century

Solid 750 (18K) Gold Snuffbox - 17th Century

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Gold snuffbox with enamel garlands surrounding a depicted young woman figure

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17th Century French Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Snake Candlestick Holder in Gold Gilt
Snake Candlestick Holder in Gold Gilt

Snake Candlestick Holder in Gold Gilt

Located in New York, NY

A substantial textured metal cobra snake candlestick holder with a gold gilt skin, circa early-20th

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Early 20th Century Regency Revival Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Metal

RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century
RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century

RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER, GOLD AND A CAMEO 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

RARE ITALIAN SCULPTURE WITH SILVER AND GOLD 19th Century fossil with silver and gold insect

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19th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Agate, Gold, Silver

Burmese Gold-Leaf Black Lacquer Lidded Ceremonial Bowl
Burmese Gold-Leaf Black Lacquer Lidded Ceremonial Bowl

Burmese Gold-Leaf Black Lacquer Lidded Ceremonial Bowl

Located in New York, NY

The conical lid surmounted by a knob finial and finely decorated in gilt with tightly scrolling foliage; the interior in cinnabar lacquer. This type of ceremonial vessel is a daung-...

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19th Century Burmese Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Venetian Murano Red Gold Flecks Fish Stem Italian Art Glass Vase
Antique Venetian Murano Red Gold Flecks Fish Stem Italian Art Glass Vase

Antique Venetian Murano Red Gold Flecks Fish Stem Italian Art Glass Vase

By Salviati, Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown ruby red with gold flecks Italian art glass

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Exquisite Pair of Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks, c. 1850-1890
Exquisite Pair of Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks, c. 1850-1890

Exquisite Pair of Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks, c. 1850-1890

Located in Skien, NO

Exquisite Pair of 19th-Century Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks – German Antique

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19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate

Pair of painted gold and glass vases. France, Early 20th Century.
Pair of painted gold and glass vases. France, Early 20th Century.

Pair of painted gold and glass vases. France, Early 20th Century.

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Pair of painted gold and glass vases. France, Early 20th Century.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

English Gold And Hardstone Snuff Box
English Gold And Hardstone Snuff Box

English Gold And Hardstone Snuff Box

Located in New Orleans, LA

This 18th-century English snuff box is composed of a beautiful dark hardstone body encased in gold

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Mid-18th Century English Rococo Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Antique Venetian Murano Pink Blue Rim Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Antique Venetian Murano Pink Blue Rim Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase

Antique Venetian Murano Pink Blue Rim Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase

By Salviati, Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown pink, blue and gold flecks Italian art glass

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Tiffany Studios Gold Favrile Trumpet Vase
Large Tiffany Studios Gold Favrile Trumpet Vase

Large Tiffany Studios Gold Favrile Trumpet Vase

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Dallas, TX

Large Tiffany Studios Gold Favrile trumpet vase, 1908 Marks: 32565C L.C. Tiffany-Favrile

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Antique French Louis XVI Marble and Gold Bronze Clock, Circa 1880-1890.
Antique French Louis XVI Marble and Gold Bronze Clock, Circa 1880-1890.

Antique French Louis XVI Marble and Gold Bronze Clock, Circa 1880-1890.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Louis XVI Style Finest Quality Marble and Gold Bronze Clock, Circa 1880-1890.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Venetian Antique Amethyst Purple Yellow Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Vase
Venetian Antique Amethyst Purple Yellow Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Vase

Venetian Antique Amethyst Purple Yellow Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Vase

By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.), Salviati, Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful and rare, antique Venetian early Murano amethyst purple, yellow and gold flecks Italian

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Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

English Victorian Style Walnut Box
English Victorian Style Walnut Box

English Victorian Style Walnut Box

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian-style rectangular walnut box with gold diamond shape inlay and latch l

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Roman Dancer  by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Roman Dancer  by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Roman Dancer by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet

By Claire Jeanne Roberte Collinet

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

time, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France
Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France

Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France Solid bronze, partially gold-plated

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Late 19th Century French Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Amber Gold Marble Dish with Stylized Gilt Bronze Base
Art Deco Amber Gold Marble Dish with Stylized Gilt Bronze Base

Art Deco Amber Gold Marble Dish with Stylized Gilt Bronze Base

Located in New York, NY

features a circular top with a gently reclined side and a flat bottom carved from amber gold marble with

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Marble, Gold, Bronze

Gold Ornaments of Antique Chinese Buddha Statues / 17th-19th Centuries
Gold Ornaments of Antique Chinese Buddha Statues / 17th-19th Centuries

Gold Ornaments of Antique Chinese Buddha Statues / 17th-19th Centuries

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is thought to be part of the decoration of a gilt-bronze Buddha made in ancient China, from the late Ming to the Qing dynasties. It is thought that it is probably an ornament t...

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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Copper

18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Sunray with Pyrophyllite and Titanium Quartz
18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Sunray with Pyrophyllite and Titanium Quartz

18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Sunray with Pyrophyllite and Titanium Quartz

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

18th century Italian gold leaf sunray mounted on pyrophyllite with titanium quartz. The 18th

Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

19th Century Gilt Gold Decorative Covered Urn
19th Century Gilt Gold Decorative Covered Urn

19th Century Gilt Gold Decorative Covered Urn

Located in Tarry Town, NY

19th century gilt gold with exterior hand painted scene design details covered decorative urn

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19th Century European Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

19TH CENTURY GOLD GILT BRONZE DEMETRE H CHIPARUS SiGNED NEWSPAPER BOY STATUE
19TH CENTURY GOLD GILT BRONZE DEMETRE H CHIPARUS SiGNED NEWSPAPER BOY STATUE

19TH CENTURY GOLD GILT BRONZE DEMETRE H CHIPARUS SiGNED NEWSPAPER BOY STATUE

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

century Paris France made by the genius that was Demetre H Chiparus gold gilt bronze statue of a Newspaper

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Venetian Art Glass Vase Bottle Gold Pulled Feather Fenicio Aventurine Blue Deco
Venetian Art Glass Vase Bottle Gold Pulled Feather Fenicio Aventurine Blue Deco

Venetian Art Glass Vase Bottle Gold Pulled Feather Fenicio Aventurine Blue Deco

Located in Palm Beach, FL

. Delicate gold gilt aventurine flecks cover the surface of this art glass vase complementing the blue and

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Antique Venetian Murano Jade Green Gold Flecks Swan Stem Italian Art Glass Vase
Antique Venetian Murano Jade Green Gold Flecks Swan Stem Italian Art Glass Vase

Antique Venetian Murano Jade Green Gold Flecks Swan Stem Italian Art Glass Vase

By Fratelli Toso, Salviati

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown jade green with gold flecks Italian art

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

time, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Magnificent and rare Vase crystal de gold leaf
Early 20th Century Magnificent and rare Vase crystal de gold leaf

Early 20th Century Magnificent and rare Vase crystal de gold leaf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Huge crystal vase decorated with gold leaf ,at the top of the vase is missing some gold leaf

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Crystal, Gold Leaf

Bohemian Red Burgundy and Gold Vase
Bohemian Red Burgundy and Gold Vase

Bohemian Red Burgundy and Gold Vase

By Moser

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Bohemian transparent/clear, red burgundy and gold gilt glass vase or beaker vessel

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Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass

Steuben Gold Aurene on Calcite Large Iridescent Art Glass Fruit Bowl
Steuben Gold Aurene on Calcite Large Iridescent Art Glass Fruit Bowl

Steuben Gold Aurene on Calcite Large Iridescent Art Glass Fruit Bowl

By Steuben Glass

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Nouveau period aurene iridescent art glass fruit bowl or center bowl By Steuben Glass USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 11.75"W x 11.75"D x 3.25"H...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Art Glass

19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set
19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set

19th Century French Dore Gilt Gold Metal Double Inkwell Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th-century dore gold stag double ink well is an elegant and ornate piece crafted with a sense of

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Pair of Bud Vases, Cristal and Gold Gilt Bronze and Gold Leaf
Pair of Bud Vases, Cristal and Gold Gilt Bronze and Gold Leaf

Pair of Bud Vases, Cristal and Gold Gilt Bronze and Gold Leaf

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of bud vases, crystal and gold gilt bronze and gold leaf, 19th century Napoleon III.   Contact

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling
DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling

DUNHILL LONDON 1929 By Bruder Frank Guilloche Enameled Desk Box In Sterling

By George Stockwell 1, Alfred Dunhill, Brüder Frank

Located in Miami, FL

masterfully hand crafted in solid .935/.999 silver, with 24 karats gold gilt interiors. It is embellished with

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Antique Carved Oak Gilt Gold Acanthus Foliate Picture Art Mirror Frame 41"
Antique Carved Oak Gilt Gold Acanthus Foliate Picture Art Mirror Frame 41"

Antique Carved Oak Gilt Gold Acanthus Foliate Picture Art Mirror Frame 41"

Located in Dayton, OH

Large antique giltwood picture / art / mirror frame, beveled and carved with a swirling foliate / acanthus leaf motif. Accomodates art approximately 34" x 25". Dimensions: 41" x 3.5...

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Early 20th Century Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Bronze Carrara Marble Candelabra
Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Bronze Carrara Marble Candelabra

Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Bronze Carrara Marble Candelabra

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair of magnificent quality antique French Louis XVI Gold-Bronze Carrara Marble Candelabras, circa

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Carrara Marble, Gold, Bronze

2 Victorian Staffordshire Matching Ceramic Cats On Gold Trim Navy Blue Pillows
2 Victorian Staffordshire Matching Ceramic Cats On Gold Trim Navy Blue Pillows

2 Victorian Staffordshire Matching Ceramic Cats On Gold Trim Navy Blue Pillows

Located in Monrovia, CA

2 Large Piece Set STAFFORDSHIRE 19th Century Spotted Long Haired Ceramic Standing Cats. These Are 2 Matching Staffordshire Pottery Cats On Blue Pillows. Also These 2 Staffordshire L...

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19th Century Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles
A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles

A Pair of Sevres Porcelain White Ground & 24K Gold vases w Lion Head Handles

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in New York, NY

, limited palette of white and gold, and prominent use of animal-head terminals are all consistent with

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1850s Neoclassical Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Swiss Enamel And Gold Musical Snuff Box
Swiss Enamel And Gold Musical Snuff Box

Swiss Enamel And Gold Musical Snuff Box

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exceptional 19th-century gold box appears at first glance be an exquisite snuff box adorned

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19th Century Swiss Other Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Bohemian White and Gold Vase
Bohemian White and Gold Vase

Bohemian White and Gold Vase

By Moser

Located in New York, NY

with gold gilt detail vase, circa late-19th century, Czechoslovakia. Beautiful detail as shown with

Category

Late 19th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass

Exquisite Gold and Rock Crystal Snuff Box
Exquisite Gold and Rock Crystal Snuff Box

Exquisite Gold and Rock Crystal Snuff Box

Located in Miami, US

is not only a functional object but also a beautiful work of art, perfect for collectors and

Category

Late 18th Century German Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories of the

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories of the

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bohemian Pair Red Gilt Gold Glass Vases
Antique Bohemian Pair Red Gilt Gold Glass Vases

Antique Bohemian Pair Red Gilt Gold Glass Vases

Located in London, GB

Antique Bohemian Pair Red Gilt Gold Glass Vases Bohemian, Late 19th Century Height 60cm, diameter

Category

Late 19th Century Czech Neoclassical Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Glass

Antique French 18k Gold and Hot Enamel Scent Bottle and Tray (1820)
Antique French 18k Gold and Hot Enamel Scent Bottle and Tray (1820)

Antique French 18k Gold and Hot Enamel Scent Bottle and Tray (1820)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, rare and impressive French antique 18k gold and hot enamel scent bottle and tray

Category

1820s French Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Edo-Period Lacquerware Chest
Edo-Period Lacquerware Chest

Edo-Period Lacquerware Chest

Located in New Orleans, LA

trunks, is a striking example of Japanese lacquerware. The hiramaki-e technique—applied gold lacquer

Category

19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Pill Box Circa 1815
Antique Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Pill Box Circa 1815

Antique Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Pill Box Circa 1815

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 12 karat yellow gold box with pearl and turquoise; an

Category

1810s Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Gold

Lovely 19th Century Victorian Gold Gilt Bronze Recumbent Lion Laying Down
Lovely 19th Century Victorian Gold Gilt Bronze Recumbent Lion Laying Down

Lovely 19th Century Victorian Gold Gilt Bronze Recumbent Lion Laying Down

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

displayed in Library’s and studies as conversation pieces This is gold gilt bronze and has a very serene

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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gold Objects

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Gold Objects For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique gold objects available for sale. The range of distinct antique gold objects — often made from metal, bronze and stone — can elevate any home. Find 1745 antique and vintage antique gold objects at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Antique gold objects have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique gold objects are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Tiffany Studios, A.D. Mougin and Isidore Jules Bonheur each produced beautiful antique gold objects that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Gold Objects?

Prices for antique gold objects start at $100 and top out at $212,346 with the average selling for $2,398.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Gold Objects
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2020

    The more optimal its condition, the more valuable an antique will likely be. If an item is perfectly uniform with no color, this is likely indicative that it is a modern mass-produced reproduction and thus, less valuable. When 1stDibs vets an item, we look for item condition and patina to determine if an item shows signs of age.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.