Antique Nobility

The horse, a symbol of power, nobility, and speed, holds significant cultural importance in various Indian traditions, often representing loyalty and the spirit of companionship in h...

The intricate weaving and painterly shading demonstrate the remarkable skill of Brussels workshops, where tapestries were commissioned by nobility and wealthy patrons to adorn grand ...

Of great charm and prestige, this portrait depicts a gentleman who perfectly embodies the English aesthetic ideal of the late Stuart period, between the late 17th and early 18th cent...

The elaborate royal costume and crown enhance the statue’s regal presence, symbolizing the Buddha's nobility and enlightenment. The combination of wood with marble accents on the hea...

Horses hold significant symbolism in Indian culture, often representing power, nobility, and victory. This statue likely served a religious or decorative purpose in a temple setting,...

Eventually Reichert painted over 600 additional portraits, all rendered in impressive detail of Austrian nobilities' pets. It was in Vienna where his best genre paintings of dogs and...

The decoration features intricate floral scrolls and a central medallion of chrysanthemums and peonies - symbols of nobility, longevity, and renewal - rendered in rich underglaze cob...

Known for their distinctive glazes and intricate designs, Anduze vases were highly prized for their durability and aesthetic appeal, often adorning the gardens and interiors of Europ...

Produced in the celebrated weaving center of Aubusson, France, this textile fragment exemplifies the decorative sophistication that made Aubusson tapestries highly sought after by Eu...

At the beginning of the 19th century the European nobility discovered antler furnishings for their hunting castles and countryseats.

The expressive modeling and regal subject matter reflect the enduring appeal of lion motifs in antique jewelry, where the lion symbolized courage, strength, and nobility. The brooch...

Funerary hatchments were commissioned to commemorate the death of members of the armigerous gentry and nobility. Traditionally displayed outside the deceased's residence during the m...

Horse-themed jewelry has long symbolized nobility, strength, freedom, and loyalty, making this pair an ideal choice for equestrian enthusiasts, collectors of sporting memorabilia, or...

The griffin, long associated with guardianship, strength, and nobility, adds a dramatic heraldic element to the piece, while the combination of antique components creates a unique je...

The central medallion, divided into four cartouches, alternates between domestic scenes with Chinese nobility and lush floral arrangements, showcasing the vibrant Famille Rose palett...

Only a limited number of European nobility could afford the extravagant prices demanded for such works.

Of particular note is the inclusion of the rare thirteenth amendment, the so-called lost 13th Amendment or “Titles of Nobility Amendment,” rather than the later and familiar 13th Ame...

This pairing represents a perfect balance of power, nobility, regal beauty, and protection. The figure is a Karako, a representation of a Chinese child traditionally depicted in Japa...

In Indian art and mythology, the horse symbolizes strength, nobility, vitality, and movement, and animal motifs frequently played both decorative and symbolic roles in sacred archite...

In Indian tradition, horses symbolize strength, nobility, and grace. Sculptural representations like this were often used in religious contexts, serving as decorative elements in tem...

This rare carving very closely follows in the tradition of Giambologna's Cristo Morto (The Dead Christ on the Cross), c. 1588, in which the dead Christ is presented as an idealized f...

Their presence recalls the Renaissance fascination with nobility, portraiture, learning, and the cultivated household, where furniture was created for beauty, meaning, and daily use.

The BAUWENS family, with roots in Belgian nobility, has a rich history that is intricately tied to this coat of arms.

The plain tapering surface of the cup incorporates the contemporary engraved coat of arms depicting a chevron between three roses, barbed, seeded on a chief of the second a lion pass...

It was this firm's steadfast commitment to quality that made them the favorite of both royalty and nobility alike throughout Europe. Rattail English sterling silver flatware set, 8...

The cover presents two richly dressed figures inspired by medieval Muscovite nobility standing before the towers and domes of the Kremlin.

To possess an table top fashioned from Swedish Blyberg porphyry is to own a fragment of geological nobility, rare, enduring and utterly unique.

Woven on a cotton foundation with hand-spun wool pile, this carpet reveals a supple handle and a dense weave, suggesting it was commissioned at a time when Persian workshops were cat...

In Indian art, the horse is traditionally associated with strength, nobility, energy, and movement, and frequently appears in religious and architectural contexts.

The use of chrysanthemums—symbols of nobility, longevity, and beauty in Chinese culture—further enhances the image's atmosphere of grace and refinement.

Horses hold deep symbolic meaning within Indian culture, representing strength, power, and nobility. This fragment likely adorned a temple, serving both decorative and spiritual purp...

Only a limited number of European nobility could afford the extravagant prices demanded for such works.

The lower and upper registers depict traditional gongshi (scholars' rocks), blooming peonies, and chrysanthemums—symbols of wealth, nobility, and longevity. The carvings retain their...

Long associated with nobility, strength, and guardianship, the lion was a favored symbol throughout Renaissance art and architecture.

Antique Rococo style porcelain mirror by Meissen German, 19th century Measures: Height 94cm, width 66cm, depth 14cm Manufactured by the renowned Meissen Porcelain factory, whic...

Animalier In the Paris Salon of 1831 when Antoine Louis Barye exhibited his first animal sculpture, one zealous French art critic dubbed him an Animalier: maker of animals, the speci...

The polished surface of the marble enhances the softness of the flesh tones and the overall nobility. The work belongs to the Neoclassical aesthetic of the late 18th century, where f...

Paulownia: Believed to be the resting place of the phoenix, this auspicious tree also represents nobility and high status. Chrysanthemum: An imperial flower symbolizing long life an...

Rounding out the iconography of the young martyr are his two unmistakable attributes: an antique violin, distinguished by its carved lion’s-head tailpiece—a detail of exquisite craft...

The bible to represent devoutness to God and white gloves representing nobility, purity, respectability and the disciplined presentation of self.

Through this portrait, Marc de Beauvau-Craon emerges as one of the leading figures at the court of Lorraine. His armor, the nobility of his pose, and the confidence in his gaze highl...

In Japanese culture, the hawk (taka) has long symbolized strength, courage, nobility, and keen perception. It was particularly admired by the samurai class and frequently associated ...

The very decorative heraldry crests depict the typical symbols of nobility the fleurs de lys and the eagle and the upright lions surrounded by elaborate scrolls.

The sculptor has skillfully captured the authority and nobility traditionally associated with the rulers of ancient Rome, creating a work of strong decorative and architectural impac...

The weave is supple yet durable, with the meticulous craftsmanship characteristic of North Indian workshops that catered to both local nobility and European patrons in the early 20th...

Though primarily associated with the British nobility and wealthy landed gentry, similar trips were made by wealthy young men of Protestant Northern European nations on the Continent...

It was this firm's steadfast commitment to quality that made them the favorite of both royalty and nobility alike throughout Europe. Dinner Size Royal Husk by C.J.

Although its exact early provenance remains unknown, it is entirely plausible that such an object entered France through aristocratic inheritance, dynastic marriage, ecclesiastical p...

These tones, though aged, retain remarkable vibrancy and depth, lending the piece a timeless nobility. The design is enclosed within a bold, multi-stripe border adorned with floral ...

The horse head, a powerful symbol of strength, grace, and nobility in Indian culture, is rendered with exquisite craftsmanship, reflecting the devotion and skill of the artisans who ...

Painted in oil on panel and attributed to the circle of Henri and Charles Beaubrun, this work is a superb example of the formal court style that celebrated nobility, piety, and power...

The entire structure stands securely on magnificent, heavily carved lion paw feet, symbolizing strength and nobility. For a potential buyer, several practical details are highly use...

One relief depicts a crane, a revered symbol in Chinese culture associated with longevity, wisdom, and nobility. The second relief features a deer, traditionally representing prosper...

Elegant in proportion and commanding in presence, they rely not on ornament but on the extraordinary nobility of the stone itself. Each column is uniquely veined, yet beautifully mat...

It serves as an awe inspiring focal point that brings the regal elegance and sophisticated contrasts of classical Japanese nobility to any curated interior. The Material: The true m...

The Era & Origin: Crafted during the early Edo period (17th century), complex writing and incense boxes of this extraordinary caliber were commissioned exclusively by high ranking da...

The trend originated with the European nobility of the 18th and 19th centuries, who designed and built whole rooms as shell-encrusted pavilions, to resemble grottos.