Antique Sphere

The scenes are rich in symbolic detail: from the cosmic depiction of Creation rendered as a dramatic celestial sphere, to the harmonious paradise of Eden populated with animals, and ...

The composition presents a beautifully balanced scientific tableau centered around a detailed armillary sphere, symbolizing the classical representation of the cosmos.

By putting two electrically neutral spheres in contact with each other, when a charged wand is approached, it is possible to notice a strong migration of electrons from the farthest ...

The surfaces are richly decorated with applied granulation—tiny gold spheres arranged in precise patterns—alongside delicate wirework borders and geometric bands.

To the left of it we see a winged genius who appears as a mediator between the earthly and heavenly spheres. He appears to be floating and observing the stars through a large telesco...

The frame was crafted in solid walnut, featuring a bobbin-turned legs comprised of a series of small spheres and sculptural carvings on the cross-stretchers.

Political territories are distinguished in soft pastel outline colors, creating an elegant visual balance while simultaneously illustrating the colonial divisions and spheres of infl...

The gracefully curved body of the ewer is adorned with finely sculpted white blossoms, each delicately accented with touches of orange and purple. Small porcelain spheres, intricatel...

The pendants are shaped as teardrops, ovals, faceted spheres, and floral rosettes, suspended from small wire loops and interlinked with clear faceted beads.

The design is characterized by an architectural silhouette inspired by classical Greco-Roman motifs, featuring a prominent acanthus leaf crest and symmetrical golden spheres that ref...

This authentic collection of antique French boules represents a traditional form of pétanque balls widely used in Southern Europe before the introduction of modern solid metal versi...

In the two corners are a dial for the alarm and another for various chimes. At the top, a half-sphere, surrounded by a metal band engraved with the signature, displays the phases of ...

Major cities such as Constantinople (Istanbul), Smyrna, Aleppo, and Cairo are clearly identified, reflecting the administrative and commercial importance of these centers within the ...

The square, generously padded leather seat rests on a sturdy base of turned legs, connected by cross stretchers and centered by a decorative turned sphere — a subtle yet distinctive ...

Key features in this chair include a loose seat cushion, scrolled back, which curves gracefully backward, ebonized frame with parcel-gilding, ornamental pillars supporting the arms a...

The whole is surmounted by a flattened sphere decorated with ram’s heads, extending into a spiral topped with a bouquet of acanthus leaves forming the ceiling mount.

Pair of spherical kakemono weights (fuchin), made of enamelled porcelain and decorated with geometric patterns and red spheres. Fuchin are used to keep the fabric or paper of a kakem...

This beautifully designed plate presents a detailed map of the northern celestial sphere, combining scientific precision with a dramatic and highly decorative visual style.

The legs begin with a double flattened sphere element, from which the fluted, inverted cone-shaped leg extends.

The legs begin with a double flattened sphere element, from which the fluted, inverted cone-shaped leg extends.

To the east, the cultural sphere of Champagne added a further layer of prestige, linking the region to one of the world’s most iconic wine traditions.

Paris itself appears to the west, anchoring the composition within the immediate sphere of royal power and influence. The region depicted here formed one of the most important agric...

His gaze is turned upwards as if he were drawing inspiration directly from the heavenly spheres: according to tradition, with this instrument the king not only entertained his court,...

In the foreground, several objects—an anvil, a hammer, a balance—reference the experiments attributed to Pythagoras on the relationships between sounds, while the globe on which the ...

She has Baby Jesus in her lap and the world sphere in her left hand. She has a small miracle hanging from her right hand.

Obelisk-shaped marble clock with fire-gilt bronze appliqués, relief scene, and a surmounting armillary sphere. The clock rests on a white marble plinth with stylized chain railing an...

This spectacular example has over eight, intense purple spheres, with a lustrous, satin sheen to the surface.

The painting depicts a scene of adoration, with the baby Jesus positioned at the top, centrally positioned, half-naked and seated on clouds. Jesus holds a blue sphere in one hand, sy...

This elegant print belongs to a celebrated ethnographic series illustrating historical dress and cultural identity across Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and the Ottoman sphere, reflect...

Raised above a pair of straight shaped supports to the rear and a pair of elegantly tapering, moulded cabriole legs to the fore featuring stunning carved foliate, scroll and sphere m...

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...

The lamp is topped with a large opal glass sphere with a 25 cm diameter, whose geometric shape creates an interesting visual contrast to the organic curves of the sculpture while ens...

Sculpted in wood and richly polychromed, the figure shows the Christ Child with his right hand raised in blessing, while the left hand holds a sphere — a traditional symbol of divine...

This spectacular fixture has a central circular sphere that has a myriad of flowing gleaming cut crystals sprouting from the center.

Vohsen) A.G." Berlin 1921." The sphere is supported on a simple mahogany columnar base.

The upper section is crowned with ornamental urns at each corner and a rotating celestial sphere at the center, reinforcing the remarkable astronomical aesthetic of the clock.

Supported on shaped platform plinth base, terminating on bun foot with sphere motif detail and casters. Robert Strahan, Dublin, Ireland Founded in 1776 as a cabinet maker, Robert S...

As depicted in the photos, there is a dent in the metal sphere shade. Despite this imperfection, the lamp remains visually appealing and functionally sound.

Crafted from solid cast bronze, it features a bulbous sphere and ring below. The chandelier is in good condition with a lovely aged patina.

Above this sits a shallow circular dish base with a central sphere. This is followed by a turned wooden column with stepped ring details that taper upward.

In some of his designs he manipulated abstract shapes in new ways, using such forms as truncated columns, cones, pyramids, spheres, discs and rectangles, sometimes carefully shaded t...

Decorative stitching is prominent among the Dogon and Bambara cultural spheres. Repairs and traces of years of use can be seen everywhere, quietly testifying to a fabric that has be...

The rooster is also crowing with the Breaking day. The black sphere represents the earth.

A classic traditional Neo Classical design with rope twist columns and a continuous row of gilt spheres as common with early Federal mirrors. Appears to be the original gilt, glass a...

The legs, crafted as fluted columns with capitals at the top, rest on a cross-shaped base centered by an ebonized wooden sphere—an element that enhances both the structural stability...

The shaft, ending with a point, is adorned in its upper section with small chains and gilt spheres, and supports the light arms decorated with crosses and scrolling foliage.

Design: It features three connected hollow spheres, each adorned with a central star or flower motif and scroll patterns.

The central stem, with its tiered arrangement of crystal and gilt bronze elements, while the lower finial—a faceted crystal sphere—serves as a focal point. Dimensions: 100cm width x...

Antique English Regency convex mirror of country house proportions circa 1815 with slightly worn through gilding, retaining its original mercury mirror glass with has a slightly crac...

By putting two electrically neutral spheres in contact with each other, when a charged wand is approached, it is possible to notice a strong migration of electrons from the farthest ...

Silver-plated and lacquered bronze.I Bronze, chased and decorated with geometric patterns. 6 glass spheres. Height: 110 cm Diameter: 80 cm. Simonet Frères is one of the most remarka...

The restrained geometry of the lettering, generous spacing, and radiant use of gold closely parallel fourteenth-century North African manuscript traditions, a period renowned for pro...

Above, a spiral-carved sphere transitions into individually carved wooden chain links, an extraordinary detail that elevates this chandelier into collectible territory.

Beautifully carved with a round top and fluted shaft, featuring impeccable garland details and a three-legged, lion-claw-like finial grasping spheres. This item is fine quality, soli...

Copper plated and glass spheres at the bottom of the shade. Germany, CIRCA 1920.

Each modelled with a figure of cupid on a sphere with a butterfly on one hand and holding aloft a candelabra with three candle nozzles and central light.

The painting belongs to the world of late 17th-century Lutheran Germany, probably within the Hessian or central German sphere. Its sober appearance, Gothic script, and original black...