Used Draperies

gracefully drape between imposing Nemean lion heads, each lion clutching the drapery in its mouth. Additional

employed to communicate impermanence.The technical finesse of the carving—softly modeled drapery, precise

drapery partially covering it, the woman is crowned with a crescent moon identifying her as the goddess

heritage. Executed with remarkable detail and sensitivity, the sculpture captures the soft drapery of her

travel literature, theatre, or contemporary costume books. The handling of drapery and colour is

drapery. Subtle landscape elements in the background provide atmospheric depth without detracting from the

, religious object, and drapery adding narrative depth. The theatrical lighting and expressive handling of

proportions are harmonious, and the drapery flows naturally across the body, revealing a sophisticated

workshops from the Upper Rhine / Lake Constance region. The drapery is treated in broken planes and shallow

with carved neoclassical motifs such as drapery and rosettes common to the Adam (or Federal) style, and

graceful forest nymph in flowing drapery, signed “L. Raphael” on the base. This sculptural lamp is a

featuring the fleur de lis occupies each of the sides. Drapery and flowers are also included in the design

drapery and softly illuminated flesh showcase the Flemish mastery of texture and realism. Unsigned

PAIR of French Louis XV style (19th Cent) bronze drapery tie backs with scroll design

economical strokes to describe anatomy, drapery, and terrain. The positioning of the figures creates a

, drapery, and equipment. The restrained palette and open background are typical of preparatory or

structural beams, simple furnishings, and soft blue drapery are balanced against an open doorway revealing a

centered with a classical urn and drapery motif above a plinth inscribed “Washington”—a patriotic nod

opulence. It rests on an ornate ormolu base adorned with sculpted drapery, floral motifs, and a fleur-de

in song, holding a hand drum. His face and limbs are cast in gilt bronze, while his drapery is carved

features and geometric drapery enhanced with gilt floral motifs. Executed in patinated spelter with gilded

drapery, and a sophisticated sense of depth and atmosphere. A secondary painted cartouche to the pedestal

PAIR of French Louis XVI (19th Cent) style bronze drapery tie backs with scroll design and shell

exposing drapery in the back. The neckline, sleeve hem, and hemline are all beautifully finished with

base, adorned with shields, tassels, and drapery, completes the design. Blending Rococo opulence with

. The cherub, rendered with remarkable lifelike expression, flowing drapery, and delicately sculpted

, naturalistic movement, and gently flowing drapery. The figures are rendered in high relief, with rounded torsos

Romanesque to early Gothic sensibilities, with its frontal composition, stylized drapery, and deeply

members. The figures are dressed in richly detailed Ottoman attire, framed by theatrical drapery and warm

right, a second man in green coat lifts the covers of a canopied bed with red drapery, pointing

work is notable for its soft pastel tones, classical drapery, and idealised figures, consistent with

profile, her back gently illuminated against layered drapery in muted blue and sage tones. The

, enhanced by subtle glazing that accentuates the details of the hair, faces, and drapery. The surface shows

Westwood signature Corset interior, twisted shoulder straps, drapery around the front and concealed zip

between palm trees with a companion. Both are wearing turbans and draperies. Italy, circa 1900.

Gothic style, sculptures of acanthus leaves, grimacing faces, and drapery were reproduced in bas-relief

with finely detailed coiffure, including a headband and flowing curls. The drapery of her garment is

with precision the expressive features, full beards, and deeply carved drapery of the saints’ garments

has developed an attractive green verdigris patina, enhancing the sculptural detail of the drapery

drapery, gently inclines toward the Christ Child, while Saint John the Baptist appears beside him in a

figure and setting with ease. The drapery, posture, and relaxed pose of the subject are handled with

cast as flowing classical drapery in finely detailed gilt bronze, enriched with ornamental motifs

Northern Italy. The draperies with deep shadows, sharp folds and sculptural presence of the figures suggest

tonal variation that enhances the contours of the body and the finely modeled hair and drapery. The

depicted in flowing garments with warm orange tones and delicate drapery. The relaxed stance and elegant

sabots and is supported by fully fluted bronze overlay legs, embellished with finely cast drapery of

-carved drapery swag pediments that evoke the look of theatrical curtains cascading over a rod. The

emblematic of Spring. Expert carving captures the fine detail in her diaphanous gown and folds of drapery

, her expression calm and contemplative, while the flowing treatment of hair and drapery lends softness

female bust with aristocratic features, elaborate coiffure, and delicately rendered drapery, seamlessly

holds aloft a torch or lamp fitting, while flowing drapery sweeps dramatically behind her, creating a

, while Herodias regards it with a cold, resolute authority. The artist’s careful handling of drapery

by the refined execution of its facial features and the exquisite rendering of the drapery, which

with a sculptural clarity, their drapery flowing in expressive folds that heighten the sense of

wings, curled hair, and defined anatomy. The drapery of Psyche falls in gathered folds across the body

, a childlike figure holding a laurel branch above her head, and a swag of Classical drapery behind

fascination with the Orient. The vivid palette, the handling of drapery, and the treatment of figures are