French Miniature Table Bijouterie Cabinet, c. 1900
By François Linke
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
French miniature tortoiseshell table bijouterie cabinet, c. 1900. £1,650.00 French miniature
Ormolu
Unusually Large and Extremely Decorative Gold Stone Glass Casket
Located in London, GB
A French Palais Royale casket circa 1850, made from gold stone glass. This glass consists of minute
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN poem box
Located in Summerland, CA
A gilded bronze box inspired by a Guillaume Appolinaire poem. Signed Line Vautrin. Certificate of
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN "La Plume" box
Located in Summerland, CA
A rare gilded bronze box entitled "Feather" signed Line Vautrin. Certificate of Authencity by
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN "Cherie" gilded bronze box
Located in Summerland, CA
An early gilded bronze box "Darling", signed Line Vautrin. Certificate of Authencity by Vautrin's
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN "Handprint", gilded bronze box
Located in Summerland, CA
A box whose lid depicts a hand superimposed over a fingerprint. Signed Line Vautrin. Certificate of
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN "I lost my Dove" gilded bronze box
Located in Summerland, CA
Inscribed with a poem by Jean Passerat. Signed Line Vautrin. Certificate of Authencity by Vautrin's daughter Laure Bonnaud-Vautrin
Ormolu
LINE VAUTRIN "The Tiller Of The Forest" gilt bronze box
Located in Summerland, CA
A gilded bronze box depicting a lumberjack surrounded by animals, signed Line Vautrin. Certificate
Ormolu
Rare LINE VAUTRIN "The Sun & The Moon" gilded bronze box
Located in Summerland, CA
Rare box whose upper lid depicts the sun, and the interior lid the Moon. Signed Line Vautrin
Ormolu
Pair of superb apple-green opaline boxes with gilt bronze mounts
Located in New York, NY
A superb pair of handsome domed top rectangular opaline glass boxes in stunning apple green with
Ormolu
French Opaline Cigarette Box Ormolu Trim
Located in Indianapolis, IN
French opaline cigarette box ormolu trim. In fine condition.
Opaline Glass
Sold|$795
Baccarat Ormolu and Crystal Box
By Baccarat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Baccarat ormolu and crystal box of rectangular form with its original key.
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique French Black Opaline Box Brass Ormolu Trim
Located in Indianapolis, IN
This box is in pristine condition.
Opaline Glass
Ormolu-Mounted French Crystal Jewelry Box/ Casket in Empire Style, circa 1900
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Ormolu-mounted French crystal jewelry box/ casket in Empire style, circa 1900. Beautifully
Crystal, Bronze
Sold|$795
Sevres Red Flambe Holly Motif Box
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sevres red flambe holly motif table box, with ormolu mounts. Rare color and motif.
Ormolu
Sold|$1,250
Engine Turned Brass Work Portrait Patch Box
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Engine turned enamel and gilt (ormolu) brass work portrait patch box. Tortoise interior, c-1770 3
Brass, Enamel, Ormolu
French Empire Period Fragrances Necessary Attributed to Ravrio, circa 1805-1810
By André-Antoine Ravrio
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
-cut crystal entered in a mount plated precious wood. All rests on four small claw feets. French
Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze
Sold|$6,500
Line Vautrin Gilt Bronze Compact
By Line Vautrin
Located in New York, NY
Line Vautrin gilt bronze compact in the form of a leaf. Signed. It is documented in Line Vautrin Sculptor, Jeweller, Magician by Patrick Mauries page 100
Ormolu
Sold|$4,500
Line Vautrin Silver Gilt Bronze Compact
By Line Vautrin
Located in Winnetka, IL
Rare,silver gilt bronze poudrier (powder compact) by Line Vautrin, inspired by a Paul Verlaine poem, 1945-55. A similar compact is illustrated in Line Vautrin by Patrick Mauries, p....
Ormolu, Bronze
Stunning Mid-19th Century French Ormolu & Enamel Circular Patch Box
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique French ormolu and enamel patch box that dates back to between 1840-1850
Enamel
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.