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Pair English Gilt and Bronze Candelabras Thomas Hope 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a pair of antique gilt and bronze urns in the manner of Thomas Hope The look is
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Antique 1880s Urns

Materials

Bronze

Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
constructed of richly grained mahogany and is embellished with exquisite bronze mounts, adding a touch of
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Antique 19th Century Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Phyllis Morris Gilt and Bronze Finish Cabinet Coffee Table
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Chicago, IL
lacquered patinated bronze-finish. Truly spectacular.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

19th Century Italian Empire Clock with Parcel-Gilt and Bronze Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully designed mantel (fireplace) clock with ornate bronze embellishments. Carved and gilded
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Antique 19th Century Italian Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Gilt and Bronze Candelabra of the Empire Period
Located in London, GB
Constructed in two color gilt and patinated bronze; the feminine Grecian figures draped with
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Candelabras

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of American Parcel-Gilt and Bronze Candelabra/Lamps E.F.Caldwell Attributed
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of American parcel-gilt and patinated bronze, twin light candelabras/ table lamps
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Early 20th Century American Renaissance Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

1920s Art Nouveau Bronze 6-Arm Crystal Chandelier Gilt
Located in New York, NY
1920s Art Nouveau six arm crystal chandelier featuring gilt and bronze. Cleaned and rewired. Please
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Coffee Table With Mythological Scene
Located in Norwood, NJ
Gilt and bronze mounted mahogany low table/coffee table in the 19th century transitional Louis XV
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Set of Neoclassic Bronze and Cut Glass Pendant Light Fixtures. Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of six circa 1940s French gilt and bronze pendant light fixtures with cut crystal glass body
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Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Fine Quality Pair of Bronze and Gilt Regency Period Candelabra
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A fine quality pair of regency period cut-glass, gilt and bronzed candelabra the diamond cut base
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Antique 1810s British Regency Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Campana Vase in White & Gilt Victoriaware, Wedgwood circa 1880
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
vase; which has been decorated in High Victorian style with gilt and bronzing.
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Pottery

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Polychrome Wall Sconces by Sterling Bronze Co.
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An impressive pair of Large Three Arm Gilt Bronze Sconces with Crystal Bobeches. Backplate features
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Antique Early 1900s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Gilt Bronze and Crystal Two Light Sconces by Sterling Bronze Co. N.Y
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This fine pair of sconces by The Sterling Bronze Co. have there original finish and prisms and are
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Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Gilt Bronze Art Deco Wall Sconces
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Norwood, NJ
Pair of signed gilt bronze wall sconces by Sterling Bronze Co., New York. Beautiful casting in gilt
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

French Louis XV Style Jansen Red Lacquered Chest
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV style (1940s) red lacquered chest having 3 drawers with gilt and bronze trim
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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze, Gold Leaf

Hot Air Balloon Form Tole Chandelier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Unusual and whimsical gilt and bronzed tole hot air balloon form chandelier. Balloon adorned with
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Pair of French 19th Century Empire Candlesticks
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of French 19th century Empire gilt and bronze candlesticks.
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Antique 1820s French Empire Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze by the Vienese Sculptor T.Curts
By Vienna Bronze
Located in London, GB
A gilt bronze by the Viennese sculptor T.Curts, depicting a running man in oriental dress. Vienna.
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Other Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze by the Vienese Sculptor T.Curts
Gilt Bronze by the Vienese Sculptor T.Curts
H 22.05 in W 9.45 in D 7.88 in
Marble and Gilt Bronze Clock, Machine Signed Bonnet and Pottier, France, 1920
By Bonnet and Pottier
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Marble and gilt bronze clock. Machine signed Bonnet and Pottier, France, 1920.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Black Basalt and Gilt Vestal Lamp, Wedgwood, circa 1800
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An oil lamp in basalt with rare gilt and bronze highlights. This example is an early one, and
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Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Pottery

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of English Regency Mahogany Console Tables
Located in New York, NY
gilt and bronze trim and 3 front drawers. (PRICED AS Pair)
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Console Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf, Bronze

KPM Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Chandelier
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in London, GB
This rare twenty-one light KPM porcelain and gilt bronze chandelier is a truly remarkable piece of
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Antique Late 18th Century German Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Gilded Bronze Andirons with Scrolls Attributed to Sterling Bronze Co. Circa 1920
By Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in New York, NY
AFP0514 A pair of gilded bronze andirons supported on foliate form double S scrolls. The torch
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Vintage 1920s American Georgian Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Exceptional 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted English Partners Desk
By Cope and Collinson
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and unusual 19th century Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted English partners desk
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Antique 19th Century English Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Original 19th century French candlelight gilt bronze and crystal chandelier. Simple and elegant
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Antique 1820s French Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

Empire Bronze, Gilt Bronze and Silk Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
enclosing three lights, issuing four outward scrolling electrified candlearms; suspended by four bronze rods
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine decorative and gilt bronze chandelier with alabaster dome and shades. 9-light. France
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Vintage 1930s French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Neoclassical Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestals
Located in New Orleans, LA
pedestals. Taking the form of Corinthian columns with brilliant gilt bronze capitals, the impressive pieces
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Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestals
Neoclassical Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestals
H 46.75 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Chandelier, 1940
Located in Marseille, FR
1940 Porcelain and gilt bronze chandelier. Height 110 cm for a width of 53 cm. 6 Lights
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Smoke Glass Fixture
Located in New York, NY
frame in a gilt bronze. 12 Lights. Measurements: Minimum drop: 33" Diameter: 33"
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1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite gilt bronze and crystal chandelier. The pierced central circle issuing twelve scroll
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Vintage 1910s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt bronze chandelier with crystals and rock crystals. Measurements
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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Crystal Basket Chandelier
By Baccarat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze and crystal basket chandelier attributed to Baccarat. 15-light France
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Vintage 1910s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb gilt bronze and alabaster plafonnier with four inside lights.
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
#CW3271, exquisitely detailed eight-arm gilt bronze chandelier with alabaster dome, has two inside
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Antique Chandelier, Gilt Bronze and Crystal
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb gilt bronze chandelier with hand-cut centerpieces, crystals and swags.
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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Griotte Marble and Gilt Bronze Column
Located in Paris, FR
composed of a bronze moulding decorated with oves hosting the square top. The attic base is composed of
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Antique 1890s French Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Griotte Marble and Gilt Bronze Column
Griotte Marble and Gilt Bronze Column
H 41.74 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Italian Neoclassical Bronze and Gilt Urns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian neoclassical (19th century) bronze and gilt trimmed urns surrounded by Greek masks
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
Located in New York, NY
Our ormolu bronze tantalus in the Louis XV/XVI style includes three original decanters with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Tableware

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
H 14.5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Clock in gilt and patinated bronze, period Napoleon III, 19th century. Good working condition
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze
Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze
H 14.97 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt bronze chandelier, 6 lights. France, circa 1940 Dimensions: Height 21" x diameter 23 1/2
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Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
H 21 in Dm 23.5 in
Bacchanalian Patinated and Gilt Bronze Vase
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in New York, NY
of Bacchus surrounded by silvered grapevines, prominent gilt bronze handles with acanthus leaf and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Vases

Materials

Bronze

Fine Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Featuring at center quiver and arrows shaft issuing double and single arms ornated by acentus leaves ending in bobeshes and candle cups. Ornated by handcut crystal pendaloques and cr...
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Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Porphyry and Gilt Bronze Campana Vases
Located in New Orleans, LA
gilt bronze mounts spectacularly designed to represent flames. The first discovery of porphyry in
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Antique Late 18th Century Neoclassical Vases

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Porphyry, Bronze

Crystal and Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
The gilt bronze frame supporting eight similar gilt bronze torchiere form lights, surrounding a
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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Leaf, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French gilt bronze 6-arm chandelier with a porcelain vase center and hand-painted
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Antique Roman Bronze Works Gilt American Bald Eagle Sculpture Statue
By Roman Bronze Works
Located in Dayton, OH
Museum quality antique solid bronze 70lb sculpture by Roman Bronze Works of an eagle seated on the
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Early 20th Century American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine gilt and patinated bronze chandelier. Great quality. Featuring oval reserves depicting
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Early 20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze, Bronze and Marble Clock Set Garniture
Located in London, by appointment only
A fine 19th century clock garniture, the clock with a finely cast and patinated bronze cherub
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine gilt bronze 6-light chandelier. Great quality. Original patina. France, circa 1920
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Early 20th Century French Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
H 21 in Dm 22 in
French Empire Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
Early electrical gilt bronze and crystal empire chandelier. This chandelier has been professionally
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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier by Baccarat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt bronze and crystal chandelier by Baccarat, France, circa 1920. Dimensions: height 62
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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze Reclining Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A finely made gilt bronze reclining Buddha. Lying on his right side with flexed feet on double
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Reclining Buddha
Gilt Bronze Reclining Buddha
H 3.25 in W 7.75 in D 2.25 in
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Regency stylegilt bronze chandelier featuring Lion's Masks. France, circa 1900. 16 lights
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Antique Early 1900s French Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Gilt Bronze Chandelier
H 39 in Dm 32 in
Gilt Bronze and Canton Porcelain Mantel Set, China.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt Bronze and Canton Porcelain Mantel Set, China. An important gilt bronze and Canton porcelain
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Napoleon III Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Gilt-Bronze and Patinated Bronze Eight-Light Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Empire style very finely chased gilt-bronze and patinated bronze eight-light chandelier, French
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Antique 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Empire Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A superb antique Empire gilt bronze and cut crystal multi light chandelier of exquisite detail
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Antique 1810s European Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Crystal Pendant, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze and crystal pendant, very nice decoration, Napoleon III period, 19th century, 3 lights
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Antique 1860s European Napoleon III Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Red Glass and Gilt Bronze Light Shade
Located in London, GB
A gilt bronze hanging light with dimpled red glass. Measures: Height when hanging: 34 inches
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
A finely cast gilt bronze tiered chandelier having large and impressive crystals. This one of a
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Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

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Gilt And Bronze For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of gilt and bronze you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, bronze and stone, every item from our selection of gilt and bronze was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of gilt and bronze, we have 19611 options in-stock, while there are 189 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of gilt and bronze made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Empire — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of gilt and bronze that is appealing in its simplicity, but Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Maison Baguès and François Linke produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Gilt And Bronze?

The average selling price for a piece of gilt and bronze at 1stDibs is $5,513, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,751,739 for the highest priced.
Questions About Gilt And Bronze
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
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    A gold gilt mirror has gold decorative details along the frame. Gilt mirrors often have a thin layer of gold leaf around the edges to create an attractive gold finish. Shop a collection of gold gilt mirrors on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brazier is a compact, short container for burning incense to scent a room, or charcoal for heating or light. Originating in Asia, many were crafted from bronze for durability and a beautiful gleaming look. Browse 1stDibs to find a variety of antique braziers from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bronze cannon is a type of heavy weapon used during the 17th century. They became popular tools for warfare because they were lighter than iron guns and therefore easier to transport by land and sea. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique cannons.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronzes refer to bronze objects that were cast in China before 1500 BCE. These bronze items were most likely used as ritual pieces for worship of the user’s ancestors, whose names were often inscribed on the bronze. You’ll find a variety of Chinese bronzes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A bronze relief refers to a sculptural technique that sees a form added or raised up from a solid background made from the same material. Check out On 1stDibs, find a wide range of sculptures for your home.
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    Yes, bronze sculptures are indeed cast. The sculptures are made by pouring the molten metal into a cast or mold, and leaving it to set. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of bronze sculptures from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronze bells are bells crafted from bronze that were used as instruments in China. Many were typically hung in a frame and used to create a melody by hitting them with a mallet. Some date back up to 3,600 years. They are also known as bianzhong. Shop a collection of Chinese bronze bells from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    There are so few surviving bronze sculptures because many of the works of art were melted down to create weapons. In addition, some others became lost over the centuries. You can find a variety of antique bronze statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Many artists are famous for bronze sculptures. Some well-known works include L’Homme Au Doigt by Alberto Giacometti, The Thinker by Auguste Rodin, the Baldachin of San Pedro by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the Bronco Buster by Frederic Remington and David by Donatello. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.
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    Depending on the time frame and place they were created, bronze statues can symbolize many aspects of society and culture. For centuries, artists created stunning bronze sculptures to honor gods and leaders. You’ll find a broad selection of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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    Benin bronzes represent the original king and queen of the Edo people as well as other historical figures. The more than 3,000 statues and plaques tell the history of the West African Kingdom of Benin. Shop a collection of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
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    To make a bronze cannon, it was first cast in molds of clay and suspended vertically in a pit. Although bronze was expensive, it was the material chosen over wrought and cast iron because of its durability. You can shop a collection of bronze cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronze is an alloy of copper and tin. The material was influential in China’s growth and development from roughly 3300 to 1200 B.C. Due to its durability and abundance, bronze was used to make weapons and tools during this time. Shop a collection of Chinese bronze goods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese bronze censer is a decorative bowl fashioned out of bronze metal. Its purpose is to hold burning incense. In addition to bronze, the Chinese made censers out of copper, porcelain and stone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chinese bronze censers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The metallic finish known as antique bronze boasts a profound, dark chocolate finish that nearly approaches black. The antique bronze color is primarily a color from the brown color family.
  • It means that the sculpture is made from bronze and not a resin
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    Whether bronze statues are valuable depends on the piece. Statues may be worth something due to their age, maker and theme or subject matter. The condition of statues, how rare works similar to it are and the current demand for pieces like it will also impact the value. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser who can evaluate the specific statue and give you an estimate of how much you could expect to receive if you sold a particular statue. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze statues.
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    No one knows who produced the first bronze sculpture. The oldest known bronze statue, Dancing Girl, dates back to approximately 2500 BCE and was created in lost-wax casting by an unknown artist. It is said to have originated from the Indus Valley Civilization in what is now Pakistan. Shop a selection of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if a bronze sculpture is real, start by scratching the dark coating on the metal called the patina. If the mark appears reddish-gold to yellow in color, you likely have an authentic bronze piece. Black or gray indicates a replica. When you strike a bronze statue, it should produce a ringing sound. A thud or knocking sound likely means the piece is another type of metal. Find a collection of expertly vetted bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.