Antique Vault

Vault keys such as these were used where the vault ribs came together, as a finishing touch.

Cuthbert Bradley (1861 - 1943) Vaulter Chromolithograph 18 x 25 cm Bradley's depiction of Vaulter, the Duke of Beaufort's champion stud dog.

This engraving is entitled "Philadelphia, PA- The Centennial Exposition - the Jury of Award on an Inspection Tour in the Wine Vaults of Agricultural Hall", published in New York in F...

Arched Cloister with Gothic Vaults and Garden Simone Forge, 1930's French Impressionist oil on board unframed board: 16 x 13 inches Provenance: private collection Condition: great c...

17th century Spanish pair of hand carved church arched vault keystones.

Bronze statue with a sky-blue marble vault, on a white marble base. Italy, early 19th century.

Tomb of King Edward IV – Engraving of Vault & Effigy, St George’s Chapel, 1790 This rare and atmospheric antique engraving captures the tomb and burial vault of King Edward IV in St...

16th century Spanish round shaped keystone wedged in the ceiling, where arches meet the apex of a vault.   

His pictorial activity is visible in the frescoes and paintings present in many Baroque churches, such as the oil painting cycle on the vault and walls (1662-3) and the altarpiece (1...

They remain in pristine, vault-ready condition.

It was the use of this pointed arch that in turn led to the development of the pointed rib vault and flying buttresses (not seen here) combined with elaborate tracery and stained gla...

The richly decorated entrance features geometric stone carving, arabesque ornament, Quranic inscriptions, and a dramatic muqarnas vault, while the slender brick minarets display intr...

A symbolic hanging lamp descends from the vault, leading the eye to a magnificent "Tree of Life" that dominates the central field.

The artist carefully rendered the interplay of light, shadow, arches, columns, vaults, and decorative details, creating images that are both historically informative and aestheticall...

Paired with a classic brown alligator leather strap, this design embodies understated luxury and mid-century modern sophistication. About Items from the Vault:
These exceptional time...

Conceived as a structural termination—most likely supporting the springing of a rib, vault, or arcade—the work belongs to the rich corpus of culots, corbels, and consoles that animat...

Four cylinders are nestled safely in the custom-partitioned drawer compartments, and one is positioned deeper within the mechanism/vault setup. Maker / Origin Note: The top section ...

The limestone block, rectangular in section, served as a load-bearing corbel — an element of architectural moulding designed to support a cornice, vault or arch — most likely within ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 12 Size / Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1918 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 47mm MO...

Originally situated in the high North or South aisles at the vault’s termination, it was reported that nine figures were removed.

Figure 1 shows a superior view of the brain within the opened cranial vault. The cerebral hemispheres are separated by the longitudinal fissure, with the cortical convolutions render...

These wonderful Múdejar design shelves feature abstract geometry, horseshoe, multifoil arches, and honeycombed vaults called muqarnas supported by miniature columns.

This watch has been in a vault for about 40 years. This price include a service by our team and comes with a 24 month warranty as well, that is how sure of the condition we are on th...

Figure 3 shows a lateral view of the head with the cranial vault opened to reveal internal cerebral structures.

The painting is rich in classical references, starting with the figure of Truth, which is clearly inspired by the famous Sleeping Ariadne in the Vatican Museums, whilst the two cheru...

All four plates share a consistent architectural vocabulary—arched vaults, massive columns, and strong chiaroscuro—creating a harmonious visual rhythm.

The mouse was discovered in the Cavendish tomb in the vault of Bolsover Church at the time of the internment of the 4th Duke of Portland (1768 - 1854), from the skull of his father W...

Similar to The Loves of the Gods on the vault of the Farnese Gallery by the Italian renaissance painter Annibale Carracci.

Among the religious commissions, we can cite the dome of the Colloredo chapel dedicated to Saint Lucy, painted in 1650-1652 in the church of Santissima Annunziata in Florence, or the...

Whether you are a dedicated horologist or a lover of Jazz Age style, this timepiece is a rare find that perfectly bridges the gap between historic artifact and functional luxury acce...

Benoist carefully emphasizes the immense verticality of the structure: soaring coffered vaults, monumental columns, and sculptural decoration guide the viewer’s eye into deep spatial...

Benoist emphasizes the vast arches, coffered vaults, and rhythmic architectural divisions, guiding the eye deep into the space.

The architectural rhythm of massive columns and soaring vaults guides the eye toward the illuminated altar, while refined ornamental details—stucco work, sculptural reliefs, and deco...

Etching, excellent proof of II state on IV, before the retouching of the ground and the vault on the right, margin line. Ref. Bartsch, Hollstein 94; Hind 301; New Hollstein 312; Sto...

Large carved stone rosette France, 18th century Diameter: 29.5 cm This carved rosette likely adorned a ceiling. This rounded vault key exhibits a delicately crafted decor, with deep...

The architectural setting, star-decorated vault, patterned tiles, and richly ornamented vestments reflect idealized medieval church interiors and the theological importance of the Eu...

He is best known for his grand illusionistic vault frescos in the Church of the Gesù in Rome.

THE PENDANT IS FROM AN EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION OF JEWELS THAT HAS BEEN IN A VAULT FOR 40 YEARS. I love the fabulous perky expression on the Kangaroo's face and the wonderful pose th...

A sophisticated collector’s piece that captures the golden age of Tiffany & Co. horology. About Items from the Vault:
These exceptional timepieces come from the owner’s private coll...

Similar to The Loves of the Gods on the vault of the Farnese Gallery by the Italian renaissance painter Annibale Carracci.

White floor lamp with multiple articulating joints supported by a 3" solid steel plate base with a vault glass detail in its core. The shade is made by and marked IP Frink and is lin...

A pencil drawing in the Nationalmuseum’s collection, Vault with Old Staircase (NMH A 313/1981), undated, shows certain affinities with the present painting.

Decoration project of the vault of the community hall of the 15th arrondissement of Paris.

The Fichet-Bauche company makes safes, safe deposit lockers, vaults and locks.

This was meant to be a vault and has stood the test of time. Dovetailed joints and exquisite joinery work with cast iron handles and brass padlock hardware.

A sophisticated collector’s piece that captures the golden age of Tiffany & Co. horology. About Items from the Vault:
These exceptional timepieces come from the owner’s private coll...

He was also employed by the most distinguished artistic figure in the city, Bernini, to execute some of the latter’s designs for chapel decorations, notably those (1642–6) for the Ca...

This gorgeous ring has been stored away in a vault for years. Would make a perfect gift for yourself or someone special.

This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...

A sophisticated collector’s piece that captures the golden age of Tiffany & Co. horology. About Items from the Vault:
These exceptional timepieces come from the owner’s private coll...

Andrew, the title Saint of the church, painted in the vault of the apse. Andrew is depicted closest to the Baptist, in a more prominent position than that of his brother Peter.

LIX This richly detailed chromolithograph, Plate LIX from *L’Ornement Polychrome* (Paris, circa 1869), presents a dazzling composition of Renaissance ceiling decorations, drawn from...

Consider a circular mat opening to mimic the vault-like structure and highlight the central medallion.

The set includes careful depictions of the scenes on the walls, the vaults and ceilings, as well as two floor plans, and portraits of Raphael and Giulio Pipi.

Each regional guild group, such as judges and notaries, bankers, lawyers, woodworkers, joiners, stonemasons, blacksmith, tailors, bakers, political, and religious, would have a singl...

Set in an indoor environment, with naves covered by cross vaults, niches, a coffered ceiling and vegetal festoons, it has an intuitive perspective offset to the right, to accommodate...

In the 1980’s I was privileged to view their “collection” in their vaults. It was not open to the public, but a contact arranged it.