Antique Lit

The window details an allegory of John 8:12 “I am the Light of the World” in which Christ, wearing a crown of thorns, holds a candle-lit lantern before a foliate backdrop within Goth...

In Webber’s engraving the dancers’ bodies are lit from below, shrouding the scene with an atmosphere of anticipation and mysticism.

Above, clouds mass and dissolve, illuminated by shafts of storm-lit light. Copestick’s treatment is both romantic and naturalistic, conveying the sublime tension between man, sea, an...

Islamic religious buildings traditionally were lit with glass lamps, generally called mosque lamps, that hung from chains.

A Classic Louis XV style chandelier of birdcage design having nine arms; the gilt metal frame heavily laden with various sized crystal plaquettes; originally candle lit but now compl...

Includes black lacquer lamp screen with golden lining and inside, giving a soft and shining light when lit.

Japan’s lantern tradition was originally conceived as entrance lighting and guardians to temples and pagodas and when lit served as an offering to Buddha. Some of the earliest stone ...

The bar cabinet has two glass shelves. It is lit from the top and the light turns off when the doors are shut.

A Beautiful and Rare French Gilt Bronze and Marble Sculpture, Alfred Boucher, Late 19th/ Early 20th Century, depicting a female figure inscribing on a grey marble wall reading: 'To C...

The hand-selected alabaster features dramatic black veining alongside luminous translucent patches, creating a one-of-a-kind interplay of light and shadow. When lit, the chandelier r...

An Impressive and Imposing Pair of Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Six Light Sconces The long body topped and centered with a mask of Hercules, above C scrolled acanthus branches, tw...

This dramatic scene throws the viewer straight into the heart of a naval battle between the British ship HMS Mars and the French Hercule. The scene is only lit from two sources - one...

Featuring a double-blown glass shade by Daum, the lamp features beautiful tones of orange and purple, creating a vibrant and warm glow when lit. The precious wrought iron base adds a...

France 1920s. Comparable model: Lit: RUHLMANN Master of Art Déco by Florence Camard, page 295.

Across the upper register of the backplate runs the Hebrew verse: "הדליקו נרות בחצרות קדשך וקבעו שמונת ימי חנוכה" ("They lit lights in the courtyards of Your sanctuary and establishe...

If displaying in a well-lit space, opt for museum-grade non-reflective glass to enhance clarity.

Very large oil on canvas by the 19th century French neo-classical school, Psyche and Love. At their feet, the lit torch, attribute of Love, and hanging from the young god's neck, the...

The glass glows a striking red/amber when lit and off its a bit pink/off white. This originally an oil lamp that was carefully converted to take an E26 bulb.

Upon first glance, the piece appears to have a dark, almost black cap, but when lit, its colors come alive with indigo and violet hues.

At its heart is a sumptuous hand-blown glass bowl in a hypnotic amber and honey swirl pattern, a marbled vortex of warm tones that glow like molten caramel when lit. The soft movemen...

The sky is grey and moody, the farmhouse fire is lit. Muted, smokey tones in green, brown and grey convey the atmosphere of early evening.

Painted circa 1910 the composition is a harbour scene with trees to the right, numerous boats and a windmill beyond, all beneath a well lit blustery sky, beautifully reflected. The b...

It has Begeyn's characteristic brightly lit cattle and grouping of figures, similar to a comparable painting in the Lichtenstein Princely Collections.

In the foreground, a gathering of women, sitting on the ground and leaning against a pier wall with lit candles, praying in the face of misfortune.

On the lower margin is printed: P. Mattei dis., lit. Girelli And Giuli lit. On the lower center, Titled.

Industrial Sculpture Made From an Early American Light Bulb This is not a working Light Bulb, it is in Blue glass and has been set on a rectangular plinth and when lit from behind y...

The lamp includes eight small oil holders along the base and two side candleholders, often used to hold the shamash (servant candle) or be used for the two candles lit on Sabbath Eve...

Very Large Gold Brass Odeon Cinema EXIT Sign A great piece of nostalgia, this is the front of a large Exit sign from a cinema, the word EXIT would have been back lit in the usual c...

Description - Hanging scroll with quite a surreal scene of the music and dance performance with two seated samurais and a child actor on a go-game-board who plays a role of dancing s...

On the right, a man approaches with a lit torch, preparing to ignite the funeral pyre, which was a customary practice in Hindu rites to release the soul (*atma*) from the physical bo...

Covered in scales and ending in expressive faces, the bell's handle is cast in the form of a two-headed hong dragon, thought to be the embodiment of a rainbow and thus visible only a...

Masterfully carved from a single piece of veined alabaster, the bowl emits a soft, warm glow when lit, revealing dramatic natural patterns reminiscent of marble ink wash painting - ...

The hexagonal design of the lantern body is enhanced with beveled glass panels, allowing the light to disperse beautifully and creating a captivating glow when lit. Each lantern is f...

Slightly dark overall from age though the image pops when lit properly. The canvas is slightly slack allowing the stretcher impressions to be visible, see photos.

Encrusted crystal beads at the bottom enhance illumination and beauty. When lit, the faceted crystals create a brilliant display, complementing the exquisite bronze detailing.

The pillared front panels flanking a bowed bar burning area, which will be enhanced when lit by the polished brass reflector plates. A good quality piece from Carron foundry in Scotland

This shade is designed with a bold band of textured amber color irregular art glass pieces that illuminate beautifully when the lamp is lit. It is a stunning decorative lamp, wonderf...

In the background the Clyde is lit up by sunlight. A glorious painting with excellent provenance and housed in a beautiful ornate gilt frame.

Prov.: G. Röbbig, Munich. Lit.: cf. Ziffer, Nymphenburg Porzellan Sammlung Bäuml, Stuttgart 1997, No. 609f.

The artwork features a dimly lit gas lamp, hanging in a darkened room, evoking a somber and urgent mood.

Displaying the framed piece in a well-lit room will accentuate the fine details and naturalistic quality of the lithograph.

Whether placed in a grand interior or a softly lit retreat, its presence evokes a sense of tranquility and refinement, an invitation to revel in the rich legacy of Turkish craftsmans...

You can see the original setting in the pictures. Lit.: Ottilinger, E.B., Adolf Loos, Wohnkonzepte und Möbelentwürfe, Salzburg/Wien, 1994, S 139, Abb. 184   

Spruce veneered with oak, stained black and whitewashed, interior veneered with mahogany, ornamental brass fittings, hammered (original condition) Lit.: Innendekoration, Mein Heim m...

Following an order from the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, dating from 1898, Agathon Léonard exhibited at the Universal Exhibition of 1900 in Paris his famous table centerpiece "Ga...

Original antique advertising poster for Humber bicycles featuring a heavenly illustration of a fashionably dressed lady with a bicycle lit up from the shining sun behind her and the ...

Between the woman and the men is a brazier with a lit fire. To the left and behind the woman is a crowd looking on with startled expressions.

The mood is reflective and dimly lit, emphasizing mourning and suspense. 4. On porte le St.

Female figural bronze by Etienne Henry Dumaige (1830-1888) of Psyche with lit Oil Lamp, perched on a stump. Her gaze is incredibly striking, commanding the eye of the viewer.

As a solution, prior to snuffing the candle, a match would be lit and this would provide enough light to climb the stairs and close the bed curtains before burning out. ** This desig...

Elles soutiennent également le ciel de lit composé d’une alternance de modillons et de mascarons reliés par des guirlandes et formant une corniche.

The name "bergère duchesse" refers to an armchair or lit de repos and became most popular in the furnishings of French noble palaces and European courts in the 18th century.

Sessel 1 approx. measures: Width 40.5 cm Depth 52 cm Height 88.5 cm Seat height 46.5 cm Lit: Gebogenes Holz, Konstruktive Entwürfe 1840 - 1910 Herausgeber Stefan Asenbaum - Julius H...

DIMENSIONS: Height: 93cm (36in) Width: 67cm (27in) Depth: 67cm (27in) Seat Height: 41.5cm (16in) ABOUT THE STYLE: Art Deco, short for the French Arts décoratifs (lit. 'Decorative A...

They were originally conceived as entrance lighting and guardians and when lit served as an offering to Buddha. Some of the earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images o...

The Lamp is decorated in the French style with leaves and it hangs from a short chain on a brass ceiling rose The lantern gives a pleasant light when lit and is in good working cond...

Dewhurst’s pictures take their cue from Monet, though his particular vision is of a dense ether from which cliffs and castles emerge solidly, glowing as if lit from within. Although ...