Antique Relief

A charming pair of Japanese bronze vases, each of baluster form and decorated in relief with tortoises, the animals naturalistically modelled against the surface of the body.

The frame terminates at the base with a beautifully carved, asymmetric acanthus leaf apron that dramatically steps forward in high relief. Offered in its untouched antique condition.

A distinctive illuminated clock combining architectural gilt-metal decoration with a sculptural relief glass panel – a striking example of French Art Deco decorative design.

The outer edge of the frame is expertly carved with an egg and dart pattern in high relief, which beautifully reflects the restrained elegance of the Louis Philippe style.

The exterior is richly decorated with closely worked loops of plant fibre, creating a dense, textured surface in relief. The design combines golden beige, warm pinkish ochre and dar...

The surface is fully worked in high-relief Secessionist ornament: a central heart lock plate with concentric spirals, radiating herringbone fields, studded borders, corner scrolls, a...

The rectangular base, resting on lion's paws, is adorned with a relief depicting Socrates' farewell to his family before his death sentence.

The glossy, deeply patinated finish enhances the carving’s dramatic relief, while the marble provides a vivid natural contrast.

Each teardrop roundel contains a pierced lattice ground centred on a relief flower head, arranged in alternating tiers across the bulbous lower section.

The ceramic surface remains clean with sharp relief definition across the central animal figures, foliage, and surrounding rim.

The framing features highly intricate, naturalistic high-relief carvings of grape clusters, vines, and leaves, characteristic of the late Victorian era.

The top is crowned by a high-relief rocaille cartouche centre, flanked by sweeping asymmetrical acanthus leaves, delicate floral sprays, and trailing floral swags that cascade gracef...

The large oval cameo is carved in relief with the profile of a classical maiden, framed by an ornate gold surround with rope-texture and sculptural detailing.

Striking Black Forest craftsmanship, exuding quality and charm Displaying a desirable aged patina, with a gently time-worn interior Select fruitwood presents deep caramel hues and fi...

The frame features heavily sculpted corner cartouches with palmette motifs, a deeply carved outer profile, and fine acanthus-and-bead relief moldings. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Hou...

Applied sprigged neoclassical figures in matte white relief stand out sharply against the deep cobalt blue ground of this miniature jasperware cup and saucer.

The artist meticulously rendered the intricate relief metalwork, chasing, and ornamentation of the iconic imperial armor.

Bold diamond-shaped bosses project outward across the tapering body of this pressed glass vase, contrasting smooth, polished high-relief lozenges against an intricately textured fros...

Signed 'Salto' for Axel Salto (incised in the glaze). With an all-over relief pattern of birds-in-flight, the cobalt ground with a subtle spiral fluting.

Designed in France around 1931, the solid band integrates fine relief modelling with broad reflective surfaces, showcasing the maker's distinctive approach to Art Deco jewellery.

The lid features a stag's head rendered in relief—and masterfully so; one of the antlers (a branched one) projects three-dimensionally from the surface of the lid.

Housing the painting is a broad, moulded wooden frame decorated in gilt gesso with repeating leaf-and-berry relief along the outer edge. The glazing protects the work alongside an of...

The exterior surfaces are richly decorated in relief with graceful long-tailed birds perched among flowering trees and branches, set against a delicately rendered landscape.

Delightful Oriental influence with a versatile folding manner Presents a desirable aged patina and in gently time-worn order Select stocks to the frame present fine grain interest an...

The entire table is cast in silvered bronze, its relief decoration sharply defined to emphasize both the figural and ornamental elements.

To each side of the central medallion are intricately detailed Rinceau reliefs showcasing abundant flowing acanthus leaves centered by Sunflowers.

Each vase features a broad flared rim above a cylindrical body decorated in high relief with classical and mythological figures, putti, draped figures, chariots, and abundant foliate...

This chemical subtraction creates high-relief contrast, allowing the sweeping leaves and floral bloom to emerge with luminosity.

Crafted in a compact book form, the exterior features rich, relief-embossed floral and scrollwork motifs over dark leather/leatherette.

On one side, carved in low relief after nature, are two leafy bamboos rising from the rocks near the waves; flying above is the fêng-huang holding a ling-chih or fungus in its bill, ...

Decoration: Detailed depiction of a gathering of traditional figurative groups (often court officials or scholars) in colored enamels and gold relief (Moriage style). Special Feature...

The exterior features fluid, high-relief Art Nouveau floral and botanical scrollwork on four delicate cabriole-style feet.

Victorian Cameo Brooch 9ct Gold Circa 1880 A beautifully carved Victorian shell cameo depicting an elegant classical scene in crisp white relief against a warm honey‑tan backgroun...

The side handles serve as the primary decorative feature: they are adorned with high-relief female figures—styled as caryatids—set against a backdrop of scrolls and foliage.

The decorative patterns on the apron and legs are chiseled into the wood in low-relief or even incised, rather than being high-relief floral or figurative elements glued onto the sur...

As the reverse of this statue is mostly unworked, it is likely that it formed part of a colossal relief. Apollo and the Muses may have formed the relief’s subject, as suggested by ot...

MATERIALS: This sculpture demanded exceptional mastery of high-relief carving, deep undercutting and openwork to hollow out the structures.

The tripod base features an elegant fluted shaft and a relief floral design characteristic of Belle Époque café furniture.

The chairs feature a high, stepped back with hand-carved relief panels, gracefully curved openwork arms, and rounded spindle details that soften their architectural form.

The subject is a bust of the god Hermes, made in the early 1900s in white plaster with a matte finish and sculpted relief details. The god Hermes is shown as a youthful male figure...

The relief work gives the screen an almost sculptural quality, making it as appealing as a decorative work of art as it is a traditional fireside accessory.

Its striking geometric relief also makes it an appealing decorative accent within a contemporary interior, where its traditional material and sculptural form can be fully appreciated.

The body features a classic high-relief "Abercorn" or quilted diamond motif, punctuated by repeating stamped floral rosettes inside each diamond grid.

Circa the Victorian era, this is an amazing tiger brooch featuring a bas relief profile of a tiger in 14k gold. The enamel work on this particular piece is beautifully rendered and i...

The brass upper collar fits over a cup-shaped bronze bowl ornamented in bold relief with scrolled classical anthemion and acanthus foliage.

Relief-moulded artichoke blossoms and serrated acanthus foliage dominate the exterior of this tall earthenware bottle vase.

The brooch features a gadrooned beaded border with rope-twist decoration and an arrangement of circular motifs worked in relief. The piece retains its original gold-wash gilding, ad...

The combination of deeply carved relief, pierced details, and gilded surfaces creates a rich interplay of light and shadow.

Each terminal fashioned with a similar Apostle in relief. Barley twist stems. Set of three. Hallmarked ; London 1875 Maker's mark for ; Barnard & Sons Ltd John Edward, Walt...

YOUNG SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST After Desiderio da Settignano Italian, circa 1860 22" H x 2" D x 9 1/2" W Carved white marble This relief reproduces the celebrated San Giovannino by...

This richly decorated antique jewelry casket combines elaborate relief work with an unusually theatrical series of narrative scenes.

The rim of the bowl is scalloped, enhanced by a beaded relief frieze. The whole rests on a finely crafted gilt-bronze four-legged mount depicting Japanese cherry trees.

They were incuse or more correctly, recessed relief. They were in production from 1908 through 1929.

An Art Nouveau small sized pot vase in green ceramic with floral barbotine reliefs. The interiors are finished in a striking bluish glaze that contrasts elegantly with the naturalis...

An Art Nouveau pair of faience vases in green ceramic with floral barbotine reliefs. The interiors are finished in a striking bluish glaze that contrasts elegantly with the naturali...

The gracefully curved motifs extend vertically in a flowing, symmetrical arrangement, creating a beautifully balanced pair with complementary, mirror-image designs. The deeply carved...

The rectangular top is decorated with intricate floral and scrolling foliage motifs carved in high relief, framed by a geometric border. Each of the three drawers is embellished with...

The exterior is richly embellished with carved grape clusters, broad vine leaves, and scrolling tendrils, all rendered in high relief with remarkable attention to detail. The grapevi...

Lefranc, the decorative ceramic plate features an exquisite floral composition sculpted in high relief against a beautifully textured blue background.

Tramelan: A Rare and Historical Silver 'Sector' Pocket Watch (c.1908 ) Featuring a Commemorative High-Relief Image of the Cruise Liner Kaiser Wilhelm II.