Antique Nobility

Adorned with intricate detailing, it features a majestic eagle perched atop an ornate pediment, symbolizing power and nobility. The clock face, embellished with delicate floral motif...

This engraving reflects not only the fashion of the region but also the perception of Eastern European nobility through the lens of 18th-century print culture.

Johann Martin Bernigeroth (1713–1767) was a respected engraver known for his portraits of scholars, nobility, and dignitaries. His works are valued for their clean linework and refin...

Such hunting compositions have deep roots in Persian miniature painting and Ottoman court art, symbolizing power, nobility, heroism, and the harmony between man and nature.

Robert & William Sorley were watch and clock makers, jewellers and silversmiths to the nobility and the leading residents of Glasgow. Founded in 1840 the ‘handsome premises of t...

This is a type of portrait typically requested by the English nobility between the 17th and 18th centuries, where even the most aristocratic subjects loved to be portrayed stripped o...

Circa 1870 French Raingo Frères: Raingo Frères were among the most highly regarded Parisian clockmakers of the 19th century, celebrated for their fine craftsmanship and for supply...

This impressive royal sedan chair, dating to the 18th century, was designed for transporting royalty and high-ranking nobility in Portugal. Constructed from finely carved wood, it is...

This artist was in the habit of depicting his graceful subjects from the nobility in three-quarter profile, holding a pet, exactly as in one of our beautiful examples.

The horse, richly harnessed and poised with energy, adds a sense of nobility and movement to the scene. Together, the figure and the animal form a striking representation of authorit...

It specialized in biblical and mythological subjects intended for the nobility and the upper middle class. The story of Susanna was a favorite subject: it allowed artists to depict t...

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...

The sitter is portrayed in a composed, three-quarter stance before a softly rendered garden backdrop, evoking both intimacy and quiet nobility. She wears a dark gown with intricate l...

This color combination, in sharp contrast with the dark frame, underscores the imperial character of the piece and brings light and nobility to any interior.

The firm’s hallmark—a guarantee of authenticity and quality—became synonymous with luxury, attracting discerning collectors and nobility across Europe. Gold Medal Winner: Througho...

As reflected in the numerous works commissioned by the nobility of the time, the main characteristic of Middle Kingdom statuary is its inclination towards a more human representation...

In the form of a bust of a pharaoh, wearing a nemes-headcloth, and fronted by a uraeus with its tail extending back over the crown of his head, this delicately modeled sculpture exud...

It was designed by the renowned architect Oldřich Liška, whose work is characterized by architectural rigor combined with decorative nobility. The set represents the peak of the Firs...

Neugebauer, a Viennese painter known for his precise brush work and subtle psychological insight, renders the sitter with restrained elegance and a muted palette that speaks to the t...

They were often depicted in paintings and screens related to the nobility or the samurai elite, and the ability to ride a horse was a sign of skill and honor.

It is a style of busy and well-to-do bourgeois, torn between the concern for their comfort and the desire to give themselves letters of nobility. The period of Louis-Philippe soverei...

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

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...

The coat of arms consists of three Fleurs de Lys (French Lilies), symbolizing purity and nobility, and a crown, which stands for royalty. The arms are flanked by palm branches, symbo...

Its age has softened the palette into tones of lived-in nobility, the patina enhancing its aura as a true antique.

The Queen’s patronage secured his favour amongst the leading Catholic nobility, and particularly those within the Queen’s orbit.

Her elaborate headdress, ornate costume, and poised bearing align with Western ideals of exoticism and nobility, shaped through Venetian eyes. The rose delicately held at her chest m...

These romanticised portrayals of Arab horsemen - symbolising nobility, speed, and loyalty - resonated deeply with contemporary ideals and subtly echoed Britain’s imperial narratives.

The coat of arms consists of a crown with three Fleurs-de-Lys (French Lilies, symbolizing the purity of nobility) and leaves of the palm tree (symbolizing victory) at both sides.

As KPM grew in stature, it produced a number of important works for the Prussian nobility and royalty. Frederick the Great described himself as his own ‘best customer’, buying vast q...

It feels like a symbol of modern nobility—strength expressed through design precision.

Their serene classical expressions convey refinement and nobility. The craftsmanship is of remarkable quality, executed in dramatic high relief that creates depth, movement and refin...

This is the case of this portrait of Drusus the Younger, which deliberately evokes the realistic aesthetics of the republic in order to emphasize the antiquity and nobility of his li...

Sjölander received his formal artistic education at the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm, studying there from 1877 to 1878 During the 1880s, he was part of a small ar...

The tripodal bases are crowned with majestically detailed lion heads, symbols of power and nobility. The clawed feet flare gracefully, providing both stability and elegance to the st...

The frieze contains two drawers fitted with wrought-iron ring pulls and key escutcheons, underscoring the cabinet’s early character and the nobility of its metalwork. The lower secti...

A huge late 19th century oil on linen landscape painting of a French pastoral scene featuring hills, valleys, rivers, a castle, city, lake and peasants and nobility as well as animal...

The work is enhanced by a superb period gilded wooden frame, richly adorned with floral and scroll motifs, emphasizing the nobility and serenity of the subject.

He is undoubtedly considered one of the best animal painters of 18th-century Italian painting, and it is no coincidence that he was in the service of the Savoy court and the Lombard ...

Presented against a veneered walnut ground and housed in a carved Gothic walnut frame with clover-leaf ornament and inner gilt slip, the piece exemplifies the Romantic-era fascinatio...

She is portrayed in majestic attire, crowned and draped in an opulent mantle lined with ermine, the emblem of nobility. Her gown combines two heraldic devices: the golden lion of Hai...

His Parisian workshop was among the leading manufacturers of luxurious fire-gilt bronzes, supplying the royal court and the European high nobility across several eras—from Louis XVI ...

Among the trees, vibrant birds—including a striking pair of peacocks—introduce a sense of elegance and quiet nobility, their plumage accentuated by subtle tonal shading and textural ...

The lions represent strength and nobility, while the backs have imposing height.

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...

He was a noted supplier to Parker and Wakelin (one of the major suppliers to the King and the nobility) of pierced baskets, epergnes and tea caddies.

Pages clean and bright, front hinge cracked and cover partially detached; part of The Royal Library, Belles Lettres Series. 58 essays on themes ranging from Truth, Nobility, Love, t...

This firm was the court appointed supplier to King Friedrich Wilhelm III, and also created items for nobility throughout Europe. When Carl Eduard died in 1873, his son Emile August A...

The textile displays an elaborate floral pattern rendered in metallic-toned silk, a hallmark of the luxurious garments produced for Central Asian nobility during this period. The rob...

Hence the degree of intimacy the painting exudes, distinct from the "official portraits" preferred by the nobility. · Size: 47x5x59 cms International Buyers – Please Note: for those...

Woven from high-quality wool, the piece showcases the artisanal expertise associated with the historic Savonnerie weaving tradition, once reserved for French nobility and royal commi...

It stands as a perfect testament to the quality of Czechoslovak glassmaking and metalworking from the interwar period, adding an unmistakable atmosphere of classic nobility to any ro...

He is undoubtedly considered one of the best animal painters of 18th-century Italian painting, and it is no coincidence that he was in the service of the Savoy court and the Lombard ...

Often commissioned by nobility and hung in chilly stone halls to insulate, impress, and intimidate in equal measure.

Indeed, it must be remembered that the intense cultural interchange between France and Italy led the Italian nobility to nurture a profound admiration for the pictorial taste importe...

Christofle’s ability to combine technical mastery with artistic flair made it the silversmith of choice for royalty and nobility across Europe. Cardeilhac, too, enjoyed a long histo...

The firm's Louis XVI style tureens found particular favor among European nobility who appreciated their perfect balance of classical restraint and luxurious materials.

While some wall tapestries can date to the biblical era, most of the great examples known today are from the medieval or Renaissance periods of history. Nobility and wealthy patrons ...

While some wall tapestries can date to the biblical era, most of the great examples known today are from the medieval or Renaissance periods of history. Nobility and wealthy patrons ...

Long associated with nobility, truth, and divine favor, sapphires were believed to protect their wearer and affirm loyalty.