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Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920
Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920

Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, Decorative Specimen Case, Circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Oriental taste, rich in colour and detail Displays a desirable aged patina Select rosewood offers fine grain interest and inviting russet hues Decorated with shaped brass plates, ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Kluskens Haus Chair
Kluskens Haus Chair

Kluskens Haus Chair

By Kluskens

Located in Nederweert, NL

Christian & Claudia PHAT is an award winning British design studio based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, representing the collaborative work and professional partnership of Claudia Surra...

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

French Empire Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Vase Clock
French Empire Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Vase Clock

French Empire Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Vase Clock

Located in London, GB

The base sits upon four fine ormolu bun feet decorated with hatching.

Category

Antique 1810s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg, 1595: A Renaissance Cartographic Masterpiece
Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg, 1595: A Renaissance Cartographic Masterpiece

Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg, 1595: A Renaissance Cartographic Masterpiece

Located in Langweer, NL

His work often included maps from other cartographers, which he compiled and sometimes improved upon based on the latest geographical knowledge. 4.

Category

Antique 16th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown
A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown

A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown

Located in Atlanta, GA

The belly is softly rounded with a carved frame about the circular glass center, allowing the pendulum to be viewed. The clock rests upon a flat base. This 1820's clock has been dry ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...

Materials

Glass, Wood

An extraordinary George III thief's tool
An extraordinary George III thief's tool

An extraordinary George III thief's tool

Located in Chonburi, TH

What sets it apart, however, is the attention to detail lavished upon it. The base of the blade boasts an intricate pattern of engraved cross-hatched decoration, a testament to the a...

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Metalwork

Materials

Cut Steel

Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, circa 1900
Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, circa 1900

Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An impressive vase with striking detail Displaying a desirable aged patina by way of fine weathering Bronze shows wonderful tonality with a natural tarnish from decades of polishin...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Bronze

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Raw Oak
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Raw Oak

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Raw Oak

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Height from bottom of mounting plate to top of seat measures 10 3/4". Spec sheet and base plate mounting scan available upon request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stools

Materials

Iron

Antique Bronze Figure, French, Female, Art Nouveau, After Moreau, circa 1920
Antique Bronze Figure, French, Female, Art Nouveau, After Moreau, circa 1920

Antique Bronze Figure, French, Female, Art Nouveau, After Moreau, circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Sculpture of relaxed elegance Displays a desirable aged patina Bronze weathered with hints of appealing golden tones The pose an interpretation of the classical Aphrodite Class...

Category

Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Trapezoid Armoire Cabinet from Bangkok Thailand
Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Trapezoid Armoire Cabinet from Bangkok Thailand

Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Trapezoid Armoire Cabinet from Bangkok Thailand

Located in Topeka, KS

There are two wood shelves behind the door and carved meander and other details, much like the door fronts and ends of cabinet, surround the base, and it stands upon wonderful wide s...

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Antique Centre Table, Flemish, Mahogany, Oak, Occasional, Dutch, 18th Century
Antique Centre Table, Flemish, Mahogany, Oak, Occasional, Dutch, 18th Century

Antique Centre Table, Flemish, Mahogany, Oak, Occasional, Dutch, 18th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Attractive serpentine form in select cuts of mahogany and oak Fine grain interest and a desirable aged patina Stout 2.5cm (1") top features inlaid blocks of wood around central fri...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Belgian Dutch Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Franco Albini for Sirrah swivel wall lamp, Italy circa 1960s
Franco Albini for Sirrah swivel wall lamp, Italy circa 1960s

Franco Albini for Sirrah swivel wall lamp, Italy circa 1960s

By Sirrah, Franco Albini and Franca Helg

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chrome plated metal and enameled metal. Takes 1 medium base bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Antique Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Chinoiserie Elephant Clock
Antique Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Chinoiserie Elephant Clock

Antique Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Chinoiserie Elephant Clock

By Samson Porcelain Factory 1

Located in London, GB

The clock mechanism is encased in a further Samson porcelain piece, too painted with nature inspired Chinoiserie motifs. The piece is set upon an ormolu base in the asymmetric Roco...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Solid Wood Horn Floor Standing High Fidelity Speaker Model FS-1 by A for Ara
Solid Wood Horn Floor Standing High Fidelity Speaker Model FS-1 by A for Ara

Solid Wood Horn Floor Standing High Fidelity Speaker Model FS-1 by A for Ara

By A for Ara

Located in Sebastopol, CA

Custom horn species and base finishes available upon request. Each piece is made to order with an 8-12 week lead time.

Category

2010s American Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 7
Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 7

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 7

Located in Takarazuka, JP

The artist's profile is available upon request. Based on the Chinese legend It is believed that a carp (koi fish) that swims upstream becomes a dragon and flies to heaven.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Platinum

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 5
Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 5

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 5

Located in Takarazuka, JP

The artist's profile is available upon request. Based on the Chinese legend It is believed that a carp (koi fish) that swims upstream becomes a dragon and flies to heaven.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Platinum

Period Regency Rosewood and Brass Occasional Table
Period Regency Rosewood and Brass Occasional Table

Period Regency Rosewood and Brass Occasional Table

Located in Hudson, NY

The table is further accentuated with a wide brass band around the top and delicate decorative brass trim along the quatrefoil base and rests upon solid brass feet. Though small the ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Carved Breton Buffet Cabinet, French, Sideboard, Oak, circa 1880
Antique Carved Breton Buffet Cabinet, French, Sideboard, Oak, circa 1880

Antique Carved Breton Buffet Cabinet, French, Sideboard, Oak, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An ornate example of French, Breton cabinetry displaying bountiful detail Displaying a fine lustre in the wax polished finish Grain interest and good colour consistency throughout ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Antique Purdonium, Table and Coal Box, English, Walnut, Early 20th Century
Antique Purdonium, Table and Coal Box, English, Walnut, Early 20th Century

Antique Purdonium, Table and Coal Box, English, Walnut, Early 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A fascinating Edwardian example in very good condition Walnut displays fine colour and grain interest throughout Brass maker's mark reads; 'The Barr Patent, Coalette' alongside a c...

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Italian Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini IV 'circa 1970s'
Vintage Italian Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini IV 'circa 1970s'

Vintage Italian Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini IV 'circa 1970s'

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in London, GB

It is in good overall condition. Signed on the base 'Barbino Murano'. Upon request a video of the piece may be provided.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini II 'circa 1970s'
Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini II 'circa 1970s'

Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini II 'circa 1970s'

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in London, GB

It is in good overall condition. Signed on the base 'Barbino Murano'. Upon request a video of the piece may be provided.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini III 'circa 1970s'
Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini III 'circa 1970s'

Italian Vintage Murano Glass 'Scavo' Vase by Alfredo Barbini III 'circa 1970s'

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in London, GB

It is in good overall condition. Signed on the base 'Barbino Murano'. Upon request a video of the piece may be provided.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

60's Formica Pedestal Dining Game Table
60's Formica Pedestal Dining Game Table

60's Formica Pedestal Dining Game Table

$696Sale Price / item|30% Off

60's Formica Pedestal Dining Game Table

Located in Lake Worth, FL

The other table has 2 small imperfections at the very bottom of the base which is visible upon close inspection and shown in pics 7 & 8 and this will be the last table sold/shipped.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood

19C Aquatint Engraving of the Quay at Waterford
19C Aquatint Engraving of the Quay at Waterford

19C Aquatint Engraving of the Quay at Waterford

Located in Dallas, TX

It features a scene of the Quay or Port of Waterford from circa 1820. We are basing this upon the attire of the figures in the engraving and the tall ships.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Irish George III Prints

Materials

Paper

Shetland Islands Sea Chart – Antique Nautical Map by Ottens Brother c.1745
Shetland Islands Sea Chart – Antique Nautical Map by Ottens Brother c.1745

Shetland Islands Sea Chart – Antique Nautical Map by Ottens Brother c.1745

Located in Langweer, NL

The chart was published by the Dutch cartographers Reinier and Joshua Ottens, who were among the most prominent map publishers of the 18th century. Their Amsterdam-based firm inherit...

Category

Antique 1740s Dutch Maps

Materials

Paper

Collectible Antique Pair of Marly Horses French, Bronze, Equine, Statue, Coustou
Collectible Antique Pair of Marly Horses French, Bronze, Equine, Statue, Coustou

Collectible Antique Pair of Marly Horses French, Bronze, Equine, Statue, Coustou

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Excellent representations of the famous Marly horses, on display in the Louvre Each displaying a desirable aged patina, pleasingly natural finish Appreciably heavy bronze in very g...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Onyx and Enamel Miniature Table Cabinet
French Onyx and Enamel Miniature Table Cabinet

French Onyx and Enamel Miniature Table Cabinet

Located in London, GB

The entire cabinet is set upon a rectangular base, all sitting on intricately cast gilt bronze feet.

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Models and Miniatures

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique French Orientalist Style Ormolu Mantel Clock
Antique French Orientalist Style Ormolu Mantel Clock

Antique French Orientalist Style Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Below this is a layer of unadorned ormolu, then a frieze of acanthus leaf motifs and arabesques which surmounts another layer of unadorned ormolu, which are all set upon a base layer...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Breton Cabinet, Carved French Sideboard, Oak, Late 19th Century, circa 1880
Breton Cabinet, Carved French Sideboard, Oak, Late 19th Century, circa 1880

Breton Cabinet, Carved French Sideboard, Oak, Late 19th Century, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An ornate example of French, Breton cabinetry displaying bountiful detail Displaying a fine lustre in the wax polished finish Grain interest and good colour consistency throughout ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Dressers

Materials

Oak

Pair of French 17th Century Angel Candle Holders in Carved Elmwood
Pair of French 17th Century Angel Candle Holders in Carved Elmwood

Pair of French 17th Century Angel Candle Holders in Carved Elmwood

Located in Dallas, TX

The loosely draped robe reaches their ankles, exposing bare feet that stand upon a round base. One leg is also visible from behind the material due to a slit at mid-thigh.

Category

Antique 17th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Antique Shop Display Cabinet, English, Edward Willows, Patented, circa 1905
Antique Shop Display Cabinet, English, Edward Willows, Patented, circa 1905

Antique Shop Display Cabinet, English, Edward Willows, Patented, circa 1905

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Of quality craftsmanship in mahogany, displaying a desirable aged patina A plaque annotated 'Willows, Patent Refrigerator, 18 Grays Inn Rd E.C.' features at the front Internal drai...

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets

Materials

Marble

Empire 19th Century Ormolu and Painted Bronze Mantel Clock with Young Sailor
Empire 19th Century Ormolu and Painted Bronze Mantel Clock with Young Sailor

Empire 19th Century Ormolu and Painted Bronze Mantel Clock with Young Sailor

Located in Palm Desert, CA

The rectangular gilt bronze base is raised upon four barrel feet and presents canted corners adorned with low-reliefs of putti unloading merchandise or doing accounts, flanked by app...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Ceramic Centerpiece Sign: 7958, German, 1963, Technique Ankara, Carstens
Ceramic Centerpiece Sign: 7958, German, 1963, Technique Ankara, Carstens

Ceramic Centerpiece Sign: 7958, German, 1963, Technique Ankara, Carstens

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

The Cobalt Blue Bath • With the central panel protected by the wax, the entire vase was fully submerged or sprayed with a liquid glaze of an intense, glossy cobalt blue color. • The ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Finished Oak
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Finished Oak

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Finished Oak

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Height from bottom of mounting plate to top of seat measures 10 3/4". Spec sheet and base plate mounting scan available upon request.

Category

2010s American Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal, Iron

New England Tall Case Clock, Wooden Works by Riley Whiting, ca 1819-1835
New England Tall Case Clock, Wooden Works by Riley Whiting, ca 1819-1835

New England Tall Case Clock, Wooden Works by Riley Whiting, ca 1819-1835

Located in York County, PA

The base color is dark umber, upon which are fanciful, rectangular, grain-painted designs, in strong, orangish-red and brown, made to look like inset panels.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder

Located in Oakville, CT

Height from bottom of mounting plate to top of seat measures 10 3/4". Spec sheet and Base plate mounting scan available upon request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Drawing by Jean-Baptiste Le Prince, 1760
Drawing by Jean-Baptiste Le Prince, 1760

Drawing by Jean-Baptiste Le Prince, 1760

By Jean Baptist Le Prince

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Le Prince's style is significant in that he based his compositions entirely upon his own designs, lending a much more realistic portrayal to his views than his contemporaries.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European Drawings

Materials

Glass, Giltwood, Paper

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe

The Original Swing-Out Seat with Ipe

By Get Back, Inc.

Located in Oakville, CT

Height from bottom of mounting plate to top of seat measures 10 3/4". Spec sheet and base plate mounting scan available upon request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Carol Egan, Hand Carved Sculptural Chair, United States, 2016
Carol Egan, Hand Carved Sculptural Chair, United States, 2016

Carol Egan, Hand Carved Sculptural Chair, United States, 2016

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

The armchair features a broad cantilevered back, as well as sloped arms that twist down to a sleek base, upon which rests a large, soft cushioned seat.

Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

American Bronze Statue of Mythological Figure holding a Sundial by Robert Aitken
American Bronze Statue of Mythological Figure holding a Sundial by Robert Aitken

American Bronze Statue of Mythological Figure holding a Sundial by Robert Aitken

By Robert Ingersoll Aitken

Located in Katonah, NY

A bronze figural sundial with satyr figure by American sculptor Robert Ingersoll Aitken (1878-1949), the satyr holding a large stylized shell while crouched beneath it, the shell top...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Aesthetic Movement Sundials

Materials

Bronze

"Buffalo Bill and the Indians" 1976 Theatrical Movie Poster Paul Newman
"Buffalo Bill and the Indians" 1976 Theatrical Movie Poster Paul Newman

"Buffalo Bill and the Indians" 1976 Theatrical Movie Poster Paul Newman

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Dino Laurentiis presents the David Susskind production of Robert Altman's Absolutely Unique and heroic enterprise of inimitable lustre!'"; "Based Upon the play 'Indians' by Arthur Ko...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Posters

Materials

Paper

Hand-Painted Inolee Flute Player Sculpture by Eva Fritz-Lindner, 16”
Hand-Painted Inolee Flute Player Sculpture by Eva Fritz-Lindner, 16”

Hand-Painted Inolee Flute Player Sculpture by Eva Fritz-Lindner, 16”

Located in South Burlington, VT

Most of her larger sculptures were likely produced in less than 100 copies Based Upon research and all were hand-painted individually by this artist ensuring each work of art was ind...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Angel Unique Hand Painted Sculpture by Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner
Angel Unique Hand Painted Sculpture by Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner

Angel Unique Hand Painted Sculpture by Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner

Located in South Burlington, VT

Most of her larger sculptures were likely produced in less than 100 copies based upon research and all were hand painted individually by this artist ensuring each work of art was ind...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Huge Bird Paradise Sculpture Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner
Huge Bird Paradise Sculpture Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner

Huge Bird Paradise Sculpture Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner

Located in South Burlington, VT

Most of her larger sculptures were likely produced in less than 100 copies based upon research and all were hand painted individually by this artist ensuring each work of art was ind...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Large Owl Master Work Charger Eva Fritz-Lindner, 19.25 Inches
Large Owl Master Work Charger Eva Fritz-Lindner, 19.25 Inches

Large Owl Master Work Charger Eva Fritz-Lindner, 19.25 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

Most of her larger sculptures were likely produced in less than 100 copies based upon research and all were hand painted individually by this artist ensuring each work of art was ind...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

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