Antique Thrones

The unused surfaces of sculptures, such as thrones, back pillars, and bases, were often employed for inscriptions recording the name of the deceased and owner of the tomb, together w...

The intaglio is characterized by a depiction of Jupiter according to classical iconography: the deity is depicted seated on a throne, holding a lightning bolt that he hurled to demon...

During the Empire and after the Bourbons’ return to the throne, Denière received a large number of significant commissions, even from royal circles.

As a deceased king, Osiris always appears mummified: on his funerary bed, seated on the throne, or standing, as the victor over death. He was often also depicted with a green face, a...

Linke produced hundreds of pieces for the palaces of Cairo and Alexandria, including state thrones, reception furniture, and entire suites of rooms.

The facial features—almond-shaped eyes, finely delineated brows, and a narrow mustache with pointed beard—are carefully articulated with delicate brushwork. The throne back is decora...

In 113 CE, Parthamasiris was installed on the Armenian throne by his uncle, Osroes I, who had deposed his brother Axidares.

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Oak, Tooled Leather Seat, Velvet Armrest Style: English Baroque This English Baroque armchair from the 1910s carries a throne-like...

The painting, which is well preserved, depicts the Madonna and Childen throned between two saints in armour, identifiable from the inscriptions.

The master has placed the triumphant figure of the Virgin at the centre of the composition: statuesque, enveloped in clouds, depicted seated as if on a throne of clouds, her gaze tur...

This exceptional pair of throne chairs are raised by front square tapered legs while the back legs have a slight curve.

Traditionally, these pieces follow three typologies, with the deceased standing, sitting on a cubic throne, or as a scribe, reading or writing with crossed legs.

#5094RM The elephant—symbolic of wisdom, strength, and spiritual steadfastness—is sculpted with careful attention to proportion and ornament, supporting the lotus throne with visu...

Seated in meditation upon a lotus base and elevated throne, the Buddha displays a serene yet authoritative expression, with a beautifully modeled face and harmonious proportions.

Franz Joseph I ascended the throne in 1848, during a turbulent period marked by revolutions across Europe and political upheaval within the Austrian Empire.

Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural Queen Throne Chair with Dragons C1920 Measures - 43.5"H x 28.5"W x 25"D This striking antique Chinese chair, dating to circa 1920, is a...

This statue depicts Ganesh in his classical four-arm seated form on s double-lotus throne. He is characterized iconographically with one truncated tusk, oversized ears and protruding...

The Choreography of the Seat: The high, protective curve of the left side provides a grand "throne" for one to sit upright, while the long, sloping "S-curve" allows a second person ...

Australia - Arthurs Leigh Baggerie - Station - 24 Mai 1893 - is an original vintage photo, part of a journey to Asia and Oceania performed by prince Franz Ferdinand von Osterreich Es...

Gwaliar - Dak Bungalow - 29 Janner 1893 - is an original vintage photo realized during a journey throughout the world performed by Prince Franz Ferdinand von Osterreich Este (1863-19...

He was a central figure in 19th-century French monarchist politics as the "Legitimist" pretender to the throne. This item was subsequently acquired by the London firm of Maggs Bros.,...

He was a central figure in 19th-century French monarchist politics as the "Legitimist" pretender to the throne. This item was subsequently acquired by the London firm of Maggs Bros.,...

The Virgin holds an orb in her right hand, and the Child, blessing, rests on her left arm. She stands upon a throne adorned with polychrome cherub heads, typical of the Spanish Baroq...

This unusual design derives from the first conflict in the Hundred Years’ War – the naval Battle of Sluys in June 1340 – in which English King Edward III laid claim to the French thr...

Bacchus Bacchus, the god of wine, is the main figure and is personified by a half-dressed boy seated in a basket throne with vine leaves, holding a large spoon as a scepter in his l...

In Plate No. 92, we see a bearded figure seated formally on a pale yellow and red-cushioned throne, wearing an ornate robe in blue and green with accents of gold and crimson.

Plate I – Upper scene The Heavenly Throne Saint John beholds the throne of God, radiant with divine light and surrounded by angels and heavenly beings.

Beside it, a wooden effigy, male or female, varied from a simple standing figure to one seated on a square throne or mounted on a horse. Occasionally, these cedar-wood sculptures wer...

Toward the lower section, the plate features divinities or priestly figures seated on sculptural thrones, ritual vessels, and a richly decorated ceremonial throne topped with an impr...

Today, they serve as striking accent or throne chairs, ideal for entryways, libraries, or formal living spaces where historical presence and texture are desired.

She became the Dauphine of France upon the accession of her father-in-law to the throne of France in 1824.

Seat furniture forms, of mahogany when they were not painted or gilded, derived inspiration from seats and thrones of Antiquity, recognizable in details from bas-reliefs and on Greek...

This piece, originating from Denmark, draws inspiration from Italian and French design during the late 1800s, captures the essence of the era's opulent design. The throne features ...

This is an absolutely beautiful and unusual Louis XIV style Throne armchair with original tapestry upholstery.

The view captures the altar, theatre, thrones, pulpit, and seating galleries arranged before the grand procession entered.

The central portion of the tapestry has an eagle in the foreground on a branch with dense foliage confronting what looks like a spirit of the Greek god Zeus sitting on a throne. This...

Standing with composed authority, he is richly adorned in embroidered robes trimmed with ermine, surrounded by royal insignia including the crown, sceptre, and throne draped in luxur...

Domitian, born on October 24, AD 51, ascended to the Roman imperial throne in AD 81, succeeding his father Vespasian and his brother Titus, thus becoming the final ruler of the Flavi...

Other labels of this design are documented, and must have been have been in use after Seddon moved to Gray's Inn Road around 1833, and certainly after Queen Victoria succeeded the th...

Cardinal Pole was an English cardinal who was a direct descendant of the Plantagenet Kings, and therefore a rival claimant against the Tudors for the throne of England. The inscripti...

Antique Spanish Revival mahogany curule / Savonarola style / throne / saddle seat arm chair featuring a pierced and slatted design with acanthus accents.

The typically Italian gilt wooden wall bracket is like a throne on which she fully deserves to be displayed.

A Prussian blue cut velvet upholstery adds the perfect complement for one’s “throne,” or more modestly, a fireside chair. Now where’s that bottle of port?

A long, flowing robe drapes gracefully over his form, cascading in soft folds around the tiered throne on which he sits. The facial expression radiates profound peace and kindness.

Dated 1836 England Rare inlaid tortoiseshell red "Maroquin" Reticule dating from the period of King William IV, before Queen Victoria's accession to the English throne in 1837. Insid...

After the death of his first wife, he married outside the royal circle to a lady-in-waiting to Queen Maria Cristina and renounced his succession rights to the Bavarian throne. He die...

The statue on offer Jizo, a young monk with serene face and down casting eyes, sitting on a lotus throne in half-ease post. Holding his Shakujo staff and a jewel, he was posed behind...

This fireplace typifies the simple flat-slab surrounds that were common in England in the eighteenth century around the time George I ascended the throne. Throughout the 1720s and 30...

Made in solid English Oak with wonderful original colour and patina , Gothic Revival throne-armchairs in solid oak . Each chair is distinguished by a tall, arched back, upholstered i...

Queen Elizabeth came to the throne in 1558 and ruled until 1603. Her reign saw a sharp increase in the exploration of foreign lands.

The overall form resembles a throne or reliquary seat. The red, tufted velvet cushion at the center was typically used to hold symbolic items such as a wedding crown, bridal wreath,...

Its relatively compact size (approximately 8 x 5 feet) and ornate detail suggest it may have been used in a temple or palace setting, possibly as a throne rug or decorative wall hang...

On the reverse side, Athena seated left on an ornamented throne, holding Nike which crowns the kings name, and resting her left arm on a shield.

It is said that emperors’ thrones were once entirely covered with chrysanthemums, giving rise to the expression “the Chrysanthemum Throne.”

Antique French Walnut Throne Chair or Antique Armchair that has been completely disassembled, cleaned, glued, and reupholstered with new springs, padding, and high quality dark brown...

The scene illustrates the moment when Psyche, admired for her extraordinary beauty, receives almost divine homage. Seated on a throne beneath a rich canopy, she modestly accepts the ...

Upon the death of Edward III, the 10-year-old Richard succeeded to the throne. Biography: George Vertue (1684 – 24 July 1756) was an English engraver and antiquary, whose notebooks ...

The back of the composition is treated in the manner of classic throne backsplashes from the Pâla period, with superimposed elephants, vyala, makara, and flying deities.

To the right and center, domestic and ceremonial scenes unfold on couches and thrones, highlighting the classical language of repose, authority, and ritual.

To the right and center, domestic and ceremonial scenes unfold on couches and thrones, highlighting the classical language of repose, authority, and ritual.