Antique Paradise

Hand-colored engravings after bird illustration by William Hayes (1735-1802) from "Portraits of the Rare and Curious Exotic Birds, with their descriptions, from Menagery of Osterly P...

A blue Paradise bird watercolor on silk

Max Kahrer studied at the Vienna Academy of Fine Arts under Rumpler and Griepenkerl. In 1903 he was already active in the famous Hagenabund and became a member from 1905-1907. His fi...

Known primarily as a California landscape painter of pastoral scenes, Dedrick Stuber also painted marine and mountain views. He was born in New York City and studied at the Art Stud...

DR. ROBERT JOHN THORNTON (c1765 – 1832). The Temple of Flora. London, 1798-1810. Painted by Reinagle, Henderson, Pether, et. al. Engraved by Ward, Caldwall, Earlom, et. al. A...

From the birds of New Guinea and the adjacent Papuan islands, originally by John Gould and completed by Richard Sharpe, 1875. John Gould is the 19th century artist responsible for...

Pear-shaped base with a sterling overlay of a bird of paradise is topped with a mica-lined shade

Adam and Eve in Paradise next to the tree of good and evil surrounded by fruit, birds and insects

early example is extremely beautiful and delicate in its garden of paradise design. Beautiful lustrous

Bird of Paradise. The bench is 24" wide x 14" deep and 29" high.

Bird of Paradise and Amaryllis by Augusta Withers. London, circa 1830. Original watercolor on

This romantic pencil pastel rendering of Lesser bird-of-paradise was created in 1936, by the

Subject: Plate 4: 1. Martin-Pecheur. - 2. Septicolor. - 3. Loriot.' (1. Kingfisher. - 2. Paradise

"Nude with Bird of Paradise" Art Deco Figurative Sculpture By D.H. Chiparus France, Circa 1920

5512 Wedgwood Fairyland K’ang Hsi Bowl decorated with “Garden of Paradise” and “Woodland Bridge

5522 Wedgwood Fairyland Porcelain Melba Centre Bowl decorated with Garden of Paradise and Jumping

a pheasant or a bird of paradise, which symbolizes elegance and beauty in Chinese culture. The bird

vase is adorned with a meticulous polychrome decoration featuring exotic birds of paradise amidst a

Paradise To His Daughters. Frame: 25"X22" Painting: 19"X15" The Frame is made In 19th century. Artist

sconces with porcelian in the centre with figures of angels playing in paradise.

The scene is dominated by a plum tree in bloom under which a couple of paradise birds is courting

of paradise and forget-me-nots.

for his epic poem Paradise lost, written at a time of unprecedented political and religious upheaval

clock with architectural columns and gilt blind fret panels, cast with birds of paradise, flowers, and

Exquisitely Modeled Standing Figure of Xiwangmu, Queen Mother of the Western Paradise, Accompanied

cornucopias, garlands and birds of paradise "en grisaille". Austrian, circa 1890.

from about 1870 and has a bird of paradise motif. The stand was custom-made for the tray. Excellent

of Kara Shi Shi Dogs, ducks and birds of paradise. All set in a landscape of reeds and foliage

of earthly paradise, flowering trees of life, hinds, birds and parrots stylized in polychromy

entrance to paradise, with humanity seeking passage. Rites of passage theme.

Like a rare fruit-a radiant pomegranate-plucked from the trees of paradise, this small bottle

simple faith over complicated rites and doctrines. Amida Nyorai presides over the Great Western Paradise

Al Hussein are the masters of the youth of paradise in the year 1260 of Hijiri" The writing is

work the poet John Milton (1608-1674). The panels represent scenes from Milton's epic poem Paradise

beautiful elephants in the center below the Mandala with birds of paradise. There are birds throughout the

articulated foliate spray surmounted by a bird of paradise, set with circular-cut and cushion shaped rubies

flowers, berries, leaves and paradise birds in the colors green, red and blue on a golden gilt enameled

Paradise. This drawing comes from ancient manuscripts. The rug is in perfect condition. The colors are

paradise decorating the enamel body. Two decorative elephant handles accent this censor & adding further to

beautiful color coordination. An extraordinary blend of "garden of paradise" motifs in its center framed by

prolongs this period up to the end of 1930s, a sort of a lost paradise. His idealisation of the period, on

prolongs this period up to the end of 1930s, a sort of a lost paradise. His idealisation of the period, on

and took part in an important show at the Barbican titled "A Paradise Lost." Public collections such

handiwork might be found in the meticulous displays sometimes called “Paradise Gardens.” These were made

luxurious topiary, like an elegant paradise garden of jewelry. This impeccably designed brooch demonstrates

presented a vision of Arcadia as a paradise free of the mundane tribulations of daily life, particularly

these conditions foretell another glorious day in Paradise? In this instance the metalwork is also

quality. Depicting birds of paradise and sunrise under a Japonaisse inspiration, the locket has a

Islamic a symbol of Paradise. At the bottom of the composition, a lion is hunting some animals, killing a

on Mount Meru at the Gate of Paradise of Sakra (Indra), Lokapala are often represented in the form of

paradise.   

time. A Wonder-Book includes the myths of The Gorgon's Head, The Golden Touch, The Paradise of

cardinal points. Believed to dwell on Mount Meru at the Gate of Paradise of Sakra (Indra), Lokapala are

, blessing, with symbols of passion, near paradise, in regal poses, etc. Often more materials were used, with

the Religious Paradise: Eve is represented naked, slightly covered by plants and looking at adam, the

he was also the first illustrator of Paradise Lost by John Minton in 1688. John de Medina set up a

Western Paradise.” According to legend, when his coffin was opened at a later date it contained nothing

Sitting proud at the centre of this wonderful ring is a gorgeous colour aquamarine stone. Ring Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Stone Dimensions: 20x14mm Height Off Finger: 11mm Weight: 7.6g

THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...

Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Kashmir Sapphire Engagement Ring - IGI. This beautiful art deco engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. T...

Set of 12 English porcelain botanical plates, Spode, circa 1900.

30 internationally renowned landscape architects showcase their own work as well as that of 30 of the best of a new generation of forward looking and innovative designers. This up-t...

Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...

Renaissance-style round sterling silver entree dish. The bottom of the entree dish is smooth, while a border made with the casting technique with acanthus leaf motifs has been welded...

Platinum ring, dog head hallmark. Charming antique ring from the Art Deco period, it is adorned with a fine pearly white orient pearl, with a baguette-cut diamond on either side in a...

This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten fin...

Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...

1980s Recreational machine model pinball trailer playmatic.

Circa 1802, sterling, John Roberts & Co., Sheffield, England. This very unusual tureen consists of the main tureen with an inserted vegetable dish, which is the uncommon part. Al...

Two framed hand colored stipple engravings of parrots by Jacques Barraband published 1801-05. In beautifully matted and gilded frames. From Judy Cormier. One print with some foxing.

A Belle Epoque navette-shape miniature pendant, set to the centre with a grisaille miniature depicting Venus and Eros, pressumed by Paillet, set under domed crystal surrounded by a r...

Statement 5.6 Carat Aquamarine Men's Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural aquamarine of 5.6 carats and diamonds of 0.6 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with ever...

Two painted in iron red and six painted in grisaille.