Antique Backdrop

Very large painted canvas portrait backdrop depicting neoclassical architectural elements and foliage.

Vintage scenography / panel / theatrical backdrop Kremlins theme / Russia Early 20th century Handmade From Wien / Austria.

A larger than life opera backdrop for puppet shows in the early 1920s. All the pieces were hand-painted, used for their respective show then folded up.

The envelope is decorated with beautiful black enameling, and opens to reveal a rectangular-shaped compartment. The backdrop of the compartment is adorned with a small, painted forge...

The figures are portrayed in softly coloured kimono, delicately patterned and heightened with raised gilding, set against a serene backdrop of misty mountains. The reverse presents ...

She holds a small blue bag, the same colour as the bow in her hair, in one arm and extends the other towards one of the flowers. The backdrop surrounding the girl is made up of an ar...

A fortress stands watch on the distant shoreline, set against a dramatic backdrop of alpine peaks and golden hills, giving the work both narrative depth and atmospheric grandeur.

Measures Painting 20 x 16 inches Framed 27 x 23 inches This lovely early 20th century William Wendt (1865 - 1946) painting c. 1909 features a Pasadena California landscape domina...

There are also stars in the backdrop on the mother of pearl. This beautiful pendant has a date of around somewhere in 1900-1920 And it is likely made in Germany where it was acquire...

Create a dark and striking backdrop to your space or design a checkerboard with our Blanco y Hierro Reclaimed Tiles.

A sparkling diamond is nestled within a shield motif, set against a polished backdrop. This locket is more than just jewellery; it is a piece of history, a keepsake to be cherished, ...

Davis's artistic oeuvre is characterized by colorful and stylized representations of birds, often set against lush, natural backdrops. His works have been featured in various exhibit...

The coasters are coated in a rich, glossy black & red lacquer, which serves as a backdrop for the detailed hand-painted floral patterns in vibrant colors.

The soft colours in the Frias make it a perfect backdrop for your interior. Pair it with mid-century furniture or pops of colour.

Step into the lavish world of 19th-century French craftsmanship with our spectacular large raised goldwork embroidery. Crafted on a backdrop of pristine white silk, this masterpiece ...

The array of multi-color glass stones, carefully arranged and set within a backdrop of lustrous metal, exudes an air of elegance and sophistication.

The gallery back adds an extra touch of elegance, providing a charming backdrop for decorative items or artwork. Presented in good condition, this antique console table reflects its ...

Painted in an architectural style of the best craftsmanship, this charming animated composition shows us in the foreground a scene of fishing with a net against a backdrop of the Ete...

The tropical landscapes provide a stunning backdrop, adding depth and context to the scenes.

The artist's mastery is especially evident in the meticulous rendering of the lace, the sparkling tiara, and the lady's expressive facial features, all contributing to the portrait's...

Displayed against a backdrop of luxurious silk, this piece invites viewers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of Chinese artistic tradition.

This early Karabagh long carpet has a simple monochrome drawing and a muted grey-black field, providing a charming backdrop to the variety of gracefully aged vegetable-dyed colours i...

The rich red lacquer provides a striking backdrop for the delicate gilt motifs, which are likely inspired by the ornamental designs popular during the Napoleon III period.

This 19th Century example boasts a dynamic, all-over layout, with a muted indigo ground serving as a charming backdrop to the wide array of vegetable-dyed colours in the design, incl...

Numerous rose-cut diamonds sparkle like stars against the backdrop of 18k gold and silver, adding a touch of celestial allure.

This fine 19th Century Azerbaijani runner boasts a subtle all-over design – where most weavings of this type repeat the pattern in the central field in only one colour, this example ...

The rectangular pediment enhances the entire piece, showcasing a divine relief scene with two hovering angels and various decorative elements such as floral motifs—all meticulously c...

The composition is dynamic and richly layered, featuring abstract shapes and figures set against a backdrop of vivid yellows, reds, and greens. The use of bold lines and contrasting ...

Central to the piece is an urn-like shape, set against a backdrop that suggests movement and transition. The interplay between the bold colors and the linear elements creates a dynam...

The main body panel densely engraved with acrobats and dancers, gazelles, birds amidst a backdrop of interlacing floral vines. The upper panel with a pastoral frieze of flora and fau...

The period hairstyle in rolls and curls, the elaborate draping of the fabric creating a fan-shaped backdrop, and the perfect rendering of her face, hands, and feet show the character...

The period hairstyle in rolls and curls, the elaborate draping of the fabric creating a fan-shaped backdrop and the perfect rendering of her face, hands, feet show the characteristic...

The 18K white gold setting provides a classic backdrop for the diamonds that adorn it, creating a harmonious symphony of brilliance and craftsmanship.

The muted green ground provides a wonderfully complimentary backdrop to the gracefully aged vegetable-dyed colours in its design. 

Adorned with six mesmerizing rose-cut diamonds delicately placed on the shoulder, each facet glistens with a subtle, romantic sparkle reminiscent of blooming rosebuds. Set against a ...

The author of still lives and animalistic scenes against the backdrop of a landscape, typical of the art of the countries of the German-speaking region at the turn of the 17th and 18...

The unusual colour in the central field provides a complimentary backdrop to the monochrome overall design, framed by eight individual borders, the central band featuring a rare and ...

A set of fine floor screen with four door panels, decorated in the two sections, the top section with geometric lattice work, and the bottom section in sold panels, ideal for using a...

This is a heavy and beautiful door great for a vignette backdrop or a kitchen pantry slider.

The rare ivory field provides a complimentary backdrop to the colours in the drawing, framed by a grey-blue border of generous proportions.

The interior perimeter is surrounded by a draped silk textile backdrop.

Edwardian - circa 1905, it is embossed with floral motifs over a textured backdrop with scalloping bead edges at the gallery.

Pair French Porcelain Twin Handled Gilt Bronze Mounted Urns, Hand Painted, c1900 The central area of the urns depict beautiful hand painted figures of a gentleman in burgundy red ...

Realism distinguishes this scene, where the mountain view serves as a backdrop to the two little girls' walk

Depicting a landscape with figures and fishermen in the foreground and a fantastical capriccio backdrop painted in shades of sepia. Signed "Lautherbourg".

It was later used in all kinds of other permutations; it is a classic Chinese pattern of beautiful flowers against a backdrop of little waves, referring to the sea. This service is ...

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual Meiji Period (1868-1912) miniature mixed metal table screen by the highly regarded Nogawa ...

Would make a fantastic headboard or backdrop for a gorgeous vignette.

An exquisite antique mid-Victorian Etruscan revival brooch (Circa 1870) featuring a detailed Micro Mosaic centre piece depicting flowers and two white doves upon a blue backdrop. R...

The elm wood acts as a perfect backdrop for the marquetry, inlay and very unusual family profiles all done in a variety of exotic woods.

Fluid floral borders of pinks, blues, greens and browns blossom against a muted moss-green backdrop, accenting a large central medallion that acts as a small central floral field tha...

The setting provides a rich and timeless backdrop for the sparkling crystals, making it a true collector’s item.

It belongs as a wonderful backdrop to your independent pieces scattered on a shelf, corner cupboard or a bookcase.

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...

A set of three mounted hand painted wallpaper panels in simple wood frames. Beautifully and elaborate painted scenes with birds, flowers, butterflies, cats, dogs, squirrels, fruit an...

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

Maurice Dufrene designed this tapestry for the studio La Maitrise, Les Galeries Lafayette, in Paris in 1922, just as he became the director of the studio. Crafted from handspun wool,...

If you love the look of De Gournay wallpaper but not the price, this is for you. The colorways in this sections present our latest colorways, which can be applied to any designs a...

A beautiful extra large embroidered tapestry hand made in France. A very good looking and decorative piece in a wood frame. I believe this to be a period 19th century piece that woul...

Crafted around 1940, the Rare 20th Century Zuber Four Panel Wallpaper Paravent is a masterpiece of artistic and decorative ingenuity. Each panel is meticulously hand-painted by skill...

French Art Deco tapestry France, circa 1970s Handwoven Signed: Bleynie.

This six panel Italian screen is from the Baroque period, circa 1700. The four central panels have been affixed to a foldable frame, while the two outer panels are detached. When all...

Pair, original painted Russian icons on wood. Portrayal of Saint George, Saint Simon and Saint Aviva Age related crackles, dings/scratches, scuffs/nicks to edges, etc Moscow Scho...

Theater backdrop painted in 18th century style boiseries. Designed for Chateau de Groussay and housed in the theater designed by architect Emilio Terry. Canvas stretched on wood frame.

Impressive pair of oil on canvas theatre decors/murals depicting a bourgeois interior at two different periods. The grisaille represents the interior in the 19th century, whereas...