Antique Sphere

The combination of vibrant stone colours and elaborate gilt surfaces reflects the ornamental traditions of Nepal and the wider Tibetan cultural sphere. Presented as a decorative and...

Varnier's portfolio is heavily defined by the classic motifs of the interwar era, his work covered three main categories: He frequently sculpted elegant, dynamic figurative subjects,...

These designs by Josef Hoffmann are based on horseshoe-shaped legs and the use of spheres as connecting elements. A matching "Fledermaus chair," also designed by Josef Hoffmann for ...

This bowl can also be used to hold seasonal fruit or decorative spheres. Its classic color palette complements English Country, Colonial, Chinoiserie, Coastal, Traditional and Modern...

Beyond its historical craft significance, the object possesses a compelling sculptural presence. Its organic double-sphere geometry, deep warm tones, and refined surface texture give...

The Zapotecs frequently buried their dead within the domestic sphere, beneath the floors of houses or in nearby areas.

The cast iron body with circular detail to centre, surmounted by bronze finials with sphere of spherical form. English, second half of 19th century.

The mount and spacers are made in the high colour 20KT gold used for archaeological revival work, which sits deliberately close to the colour of ancient gold, and the drop is modelle...

Each lamp features a patinated green bronze base embellished with eight gilt spheres, creating a striking contrast between the deep green surface and the warm metallic accents.

The 19th-century pendant is composed of a lapis lazuli sphere featuring an 18-karat yellow gold frame made in Neo-Renaissance style.

Pair of antique 19th century Meiji period Japanese stands depicting herons (or storks) standing on turtles supporting rock crystal (quartz) spheres. Each 10 inches tall, 9 in wide ...

This stunning piece showcases a beautifully crafted glass base with an elliptical leaf decoration, symbolizing the graceful willows. The sphere rests on a circular pedestal, and the...

This hand-carved alabaster grape cluster embodies the exuberance of 1970s Italian design, rendered in a rare sunset ombré palette. Each sphere is individually turned from genuine al...

A set of three French sphere roof finials in zinc on an attached hour glass base and set onto square double step plinths.

The central shaft, adorned with stylized acanthus leaves and finely chased friezes, is composed of a sphere decorated with rosettes and foliage motifs, ending in a pinecone (an ancie...

This version is without the four spheres that form the base between the obelisk and the top of the base.

The rather restrained backs get their character from linear carvings precisely outlining the chair stiles and handrail; the center-back support features a line of three wooden sphere...

This type of stool corresponds to auxiliary domestic furniture intended for occasional seating in drawing rooms, bedrooms or reception spaces within the Swedish bourgeois and aristoc...

The shaped mirror glass plate of archtop form is set within a finely hand carved moulded and fluted giltwood frame adorned to the outer edge with beautiful beaded row detail and an e...

Likely produced in Persia or the wider Indo-Persian cultural sphere during the 19th or early 20th century, the tablet reflects the long-standing tradition of carving hardstones for u...

Hundreds of fine vertical prisms radiate across both sections of the glass and, when illuminated, transform the pendant into a glowing sphere of warm and beautifully controlled light...

From the top, crystal beads, faceted prisms, almond-shaped pendants, and crystal daggers hang in abundance from each arm, each lampshade, and the central structure, creating a dazzli...

An exceptional early 20th-century Fledermaus bentwood table, dating to circa 1900–1910 and originating from the Austro-Hungarian cultural sphere. Crafted from beech wood and beech pl...

Over centuries, her devotion has expanded beyond domestic and personal spheres: she is now widely regarded as a protector of travelers, farmers, seafarers, and all who seek guidance ...

Decorative hand-forged collars, pyramid-shaped rivets and the beautifully proportioned central sphere complete the composition. Whether suspended above a medieval dining table, in a...

We believe this piece was made in Central Europe, most likely within the German or Austrian cultural sphere, around 1900–1910. Its date is especially intriguing.

It features a combination of various types of joints, ranging from spheres to pinned hinge joints at the knees and elbows, and more complex shoulder articulations consisting of pairs...

The mirror is further detailed with 24 gilt wood spheres surrounding an interior ebonized wide-reeded ring that contains the 18" diameter convex. mirror.

A six-light brass chandelier from 19th century Portugal, modeled after the Dutch style with a central column from which the scrolled arms unfurl like vines, terminating in a sphere a...

The elongated body surmounted with strands of diamond-cut-shaped glass prisms topped with a molded glass rosette above three pairs of silver plated bronze candleholders with connecti...

The large monolith décor pieces are enhanced with spheres on the corner of the base. Minor ships, fading due to age.

Likely produced in Qajar Persia or the wider Indo-Persian cultural sphere during the 19th century, the plaque belongs to the enduring tradition of engraved hardstone talismans.

The head is finely detailed with large eyes and stylised features, while the two coiled silver antennae terminate in small rounded spheres. The most striking feature is undoubtedly ...

Signed examples bearing her name are encountered on the art market, though biographical details about her life remain comparatively limited, as is common with several sculptors worki...

The mirror glass plate of rectangular form is set within a gorgeous moulded and fluted giltwood frame with decorative sphere motifs to the serpentine shaped top corner returns and a ...

A beautiful Cavansite specimen featuring vibrant electric-blue crystal spheres beautifully contrasted against creamy white Stilbite crystals.

The showstopping feature is the tiara-style kiss-lock clasp, adorned with glowing, genuine French pink opaline glass spheres. The interior features its original pink satin/taffeta si...

A remarkable group of ancient gold spirals attributed to the Hallstatt cultural sphere of Central Europe, dating approximately from the Late Bronze Age to the Early Iron Age, circa 8...

Globes from this specific 1870s–1880s era are highly prized by collectors. The sphere itself is typically made of papier-mâché or plaster, covered with 12 lithographed and hand-color...

Very good condition for age and use, with minor surface wear to the lip edge and green glass spheres. No damage. Dimensions: Height: 3.94 in. (10 cm) Diameter: 2.56 in. (6.5 cm)

Engraved with geometric and epigraphic inscriptions, the instrument comprises a mater, interchangeable plates for different latitudes, and an openwork rete representing the principal...

Each plaque centres a finely modelled frosted crystal portrait mounted against a mirrored ground, surrounded by a border of silvered glass spheres and enclosed within burgundy velvet...

Raised over a simple frieze above a pair of stunning ring turned side supports with sphere and foliate motifs, united with a finely hand carved, ring turned stretcher featuring gorge...

A winged putto, standing on a sphere, carries a torch with three cornucopia-like candelabra arms and a central candle.

An infinitely useful English, late 19th century, cast stone pedestal for Neoclassical beauty in any garden or patio, uplifting a planter, sculpture, or armillary sphere. The column f...

Twin architectural handles rise above the shoulders, crowned with sculpted spheres that create a pleasing contrast between organic ornament and architectural form.

On the sphere and the octagonal horizon ring are applied hand-colored copperplate engraved segments with cartographic details.

With one arm raised behind her back, she delicately transfers a sphere from one hand to the other, creating a composition of remarkable balance, movement, and refinement.

This setting acts as an imaginary portal between the earthly world and the mythological sphere: on the left-hand side, in fact, some peasants with baskets overflowing with grapes, th...

II, p. 100 (For a related 18th century model with two putti supporting a sphere representing heaven).

A city of wild partying and roaring entertainment, an ideal setting for romance to bloom within the sphere of Parisian fashion and volatile German politics.

The pendant, dating between the 1st century BC and the 1st century AD, is made of an oval lapis lazuli stone of exceptional quality, which is set inside a hand-beaten yellow gold set...

With a gold plated, reticulated sphere-shaped body. With lilac enamel highlights, openwork, and engraved decoration.

A distinctive feature are the two large decorative columns on the sides, entirely turned with knot, sphere, and reel motifs. The upper part (the top) ends with a linear, molded frame...

With a gold plated body. In the form of a sphere with 3 applied Fleur-de-Lis devices. With an integral bail to the top.

Finest quality and most unusual Antique French gilt bronze chandelier with elements of Byzantine and Islamic Ottoman style is distinguished by its bronze openwork frame and arms, re...

The centre marquetry panel with a floral still life and vase design flanked on each side by cherubs emblematic of Bienfaisance and Justice, below a sunburst mask ormolu mount; the lo...

Rather than cut-off and confined to the university, intellectual activity thrived in social spheres such as coffee houses and salons. Huge overlap existed among these inter-disciplin...

Rather than cut-off and confined to the university, intellectual activity thrived in social spheres such as coffee houses and salons. Huge overlap existed among these inter-disciplin...

Rather than cut-off and confined to the university, intellectual activity thrived in social spheres such as coffee houses and salons. Huge overlap existed among these inter-disciplin...