Antique Snake

A fine pair of generous late Victorian mahogany eagle armchairs, each with a square back and scrolling armrests, the face of each arm boldly carved with an openwork eagle holding a w...

At the top of the composition appears the Egyptian Mongoose, historically renowned for its ability to hunt snakes and other small prey. Native to Africa and parts of the Middle East,...

Each candlestick features a finely cast owl with detailed feathered plumage and inset amber glass eyes, grasping a coiled snake held within the beak which rises upward to support the...

The Egyptians afforded animals a post-mortem treatment similar to that given to humans, and hundreds of mummies of animals such as dogs, cats, falcons, ibises, crocodiles, and snakes...

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique 0.30 carat ruby and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold snake locket pendant; part of our diverse snake jewelry collections.

On the reverse side is a Cista Mystica which is related to the worship of Dionysis; it features an ivy wreath with fruits and snake at center. On the obverse side, is a design of env...

The scalloped and swirled base with drop hung over canopy surmounted with a flat cut container, issuing twin candle branches with slip over drip pans and back snake arms, the candela...

The bulbous body is organized into relief-decorated panels depicting a lively array of animals and mythical creatures — including rabbit, ox, dog, rooster, monkey, tiger, squirrel, s...

One of Francesco's characteristics, which is very evident in this painting, is his ability to render the flashes of light that snake between objects or people, or the great concreten...

Regency period dumb waiter, perfect for entertaining or interior display Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Crafted from select stocks, presenting rich car...

Medusa is generally described as a woman with living snakes in her hair; her appearance was so hideous that anyone who looked upon her was turned to stone.

Southeast Asia, Naga is known as the king snake, the ruler of the underworld waterways (the Chinese equivalent is Dragon).

Southeast Asia, Naga is known as the king snake, the ruler of the underworld waterways (the Chinese equivalent is Dragon).

In contrast, the lower right depicts a dark, greenish figure with a monstrous appearance, accompanied by snakes or small dragons: this is the personification of Chaos, Ignorance, or ...

For instance, hair jewelry made its way through Romantic to Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era

The integrated bracelet is composed of double snake chains in rich rose gold, flowing into sculptural links accented with vibrant natural rubies and sparkling diamonds.

Bergman’s workshop became particularly known for its animalier subjects, including finely observed studies of cats, dogs, birds, and more unusual creatures such as reptiles. Lizards,...

Bergman’s workshop became particularly known for its animalier subjects, including finely observed studies of cats, dogs, birds, and more unusual creatures such as reptiles. Lizards,...

Bergman’s workshop became particularly known for its animalier subjects, including finely observed studies of cats, dogs, birds, and more unusual creatures such as reptiles. Lizards,...

Antique Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand Southeast Asia, Naga is known as the king snake, the ruler of the underworld waterways (the Chinese equivalent is Dragon).

Antique Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand Southeast Asia, Naga is known as the king snake, the ruler of the underworld waterways (the Chinese equivalent is Dragon).

The two glazed doors are particularly striking due to their unusual decorative mouldings. Two stylised snakes wind around a vertical arrow. The dark black of the ink painting creates...

Each chair features elaborately depicted animals, including Camels, Elephants, Lions, birds and snakes, seamlessly integrated into a tapestry of temple scenes, motifs and foliage.

This particular example created with a turquoise base, showcases abstracted divine animals, such as dragons and snakes, as well as florals and abstracted Chinese ornamentation in bri...

Antique Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand with a Bell Southeast Asia, Naga is known as the king snake, the ruler of the underworld waterways (the Chinese equivalent is Dragon).

The cast features exquisite attention to detail, articulation of the scales of the snake, nails of the figure and chiseling and texturing to his hair to juxtapose perfectly smooth an...

Their geometric and phytomorphic decoration lends great elegance to the pieces, enhanced by the presence of a snake at the top. This pair of wall lights, of great taste and class, ca...

German Porcelain Two Handle Vase, late 19th century, with snake entwined handles, oval painted landscape panel, signed illegibly "A.

Cornice and front are profusely inlaid with a leaf design, with a snake flowing up the middle of the doors, with pierced metal escutheon plate.

He was aggressive in making connections and arranging proper critical acclaim for his works, an effort that paid off in his 1847 debut of Woman Bitten by a Snake, a moving Romantic w...

A flowing drapery and entwined snake link the figures compositionally. The surface features age-related patina and discolorations, enhancing the expressive character and antique char...

Pair of terracotta lions on wooden bases: each lion reclines on a rectangular base and holds a snake under its paw. Both lions are exceptionally beautiful and richly detailed, wi...

Two putti, symbolizing study and science, are sitting languidly on the fender, one pointing at a sundial, and watch the time pass on the dial supported by an antique column and surmo...

From the top of the scarab two snakes meander down to either side of the scarab.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each base and tails of the snakes, in addition to part hallmarks to the central well are all very clear.

Vintage 14K yellow gold 'lucky pig' pendant on a 10K yellow gold snake chain necklace - excellent quality - the pendant features a cast form with chiseled details and contrasting fin...

Bergman’s workshop became particularly known for its animalier subjects, including finely observed studies of cats, dogs, birds, and more unusual creatures such as reptiles. Lizards,...

Copeland Majolica ewer and stand which features a winged maiden to front, birds, snakes, foliage and grape vine fruits decorate sides and handles.

The motif of an animal grasping a snake in its beak was a popular artistic theme in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

George Jones Majolica compote which features a lion stood on one side and a lioness recumbent on the other. A snake is rearing it's head from a hole. All sit underneath a palm tree, ...

The reclining figure of the snake charmer at the center is rendered with exceptional refinement and naturalism, reflecting Cambiaggio's talent.

Medusa: bronze with a brown patina, relating the myth of the gorgon or Medusa According to mythology, Medusa is a beautiful young woman who made a vow to serve the goddess Athena, ...

Art Deco olive green shagreen covered box with bone edged top raised on turned ball feet and having the bottom covered in snake or lizard skin.

The pendant displays a stunning and large natural saltwater pearl, enveloped with a platinum coiling snake design. The snake setting is embellished with an impressive feature pavé s...

Both gilt handles of the urn are shaped as snakes covered in the center by acanthus leaves. The upper border is adorned by a crown like top.

Condition: Good overall condition, with no restoration anywhere, all snake handles are perfect which is rare nowadays, see images.

At his feet the ordeal full of symbols: evil (snake) with the apple, the 'Memento mori' of human bones, of Adam's skull, of the worn out but not yet undone body.

They are outlined in black with added red, some with fire-spitting snakes coming out of their mouth, seen with hieroglyphic text above and below.

Her hideous trait was that her hair was filled with venomous snakes and anyone who gazed at her would be turned to stone.

In addition of being bejeweled with garland necklace and a crown, a snake that is often associated with him is found wrapping his belly like a belt.

A wonderful Art Deco brass snake or serpent candle holder with coiled tail France, Circa 1920s.

The links have twisted wirework that undulates in a snake like fashion, wrapping around the links in a way that gives the illusion of motion.

Standing Bacchus holding a snake. Foundry signature on base.

The ivory spandrels show little flowers and the main border has an angular snaking thin tendril with various styles of palmette fillers.

On the obverse side is Zeus, and on the reverse side is a snake. This coin has been inspected and approved to be authentic by a professional Numismatic who specializes in ancient coi...

A patinated bronze pedestal urn with a ball-shaped lid decorated with acanthus leaves, ovals and entwined snakes. On the body of the vase, a galloping horse and a bull are both depic...

This stunning antique cigarette case represents the pinnacle of Victorian-era craftsmanship, expertly crafted from solid sterling silver and featuring an impressive enamel image of C...

Though Dunand is best known for his pioneering work in lacquer, his training as a sculptor is evident in the incisive modeling of the snakes, and his assured handling of metal unders...

Embellished with hand painted raised gilt enamel Napoleanic emblems. With gilt bronze snake handles and finely adorned with gilt bronze figures of eagles on the covers, circa 1850.

The almond shaped swag chain is suspended from S form “snake scrolls” terminating in pear shaped drops.