Antique Macabre

This is a stunning yet macabre piece. It is an early 20th century plaster cast death mask.

Often pictured with an eerie, macabre appearance, they could also be adorned with gemstones and set in precious metals.

Each slide gives a huge insight into the real goings on of war, some being touching and others macabre and harrowing, though each wonderfully touching.

Tendency, the latter, which developed in the following years in an evocation of lugubrious themes set in a mythical Rome and in a D'Annunzian Ferrara and which reached a peak of maca...

The aquatint technique used by Klinger and Goya influenced the style of his works of this period, which are mainly ink and wash drawings of fantastical, often macabre subjects. Kubin...

Since its conception, the Danse Macabre has influenced various works of art, carvings, music, poetry and literature.

We have not located any markings on the piece and it does not appear to be signed. it bears similarities with works by Wilfredo Lam and other Cuban and Latin American masters and it ...

We have not located any markings on the piece and it does not appear to be signed. it bears similarities with works by Wilfredo Lam and other Cuban and Latin American masters and it ...

Formed from hand carved section wood, hand painted with some still present and a wonderful curio / macabre look with hollow space in its eyes. This highly collectable religious examp...

A finely carved Memento Mori base to hold the holy cross, now hangs to make for a decorative wee shelf. Original oil gilt and green ground, European in origins, age related wear knoc...

A highly unusual and rare steel executioners mask likely to be 17th century in age with finely decorated feathered eyebrows and pierced nostrils. The outer rim has multiple holes ...

A finely carved Memento Mori base to hold the holy cross, now hangs to make for a decorative wee shelf. Original polychromed painted decoration, European in origins, age related wear...

A rather curios item, a small shard of period fabric together with an old hand written note and envelope relating to Marie Antoinette. The hand written note reads "a piece of the go...

A very clever and arresting combination of macabre and whimsy.

Wonderful mysterious macabre look and feel. Later wrought iron stand.

The studded wooden back has hand forged bolts. Macabre and very interesting, certainly a piece with lots of history!

Barnacle encrusted, mysterious, macabre curiosity. Mounted on a later stand and display case.

Delightfully macabre pair of zinc rainwater finials in the form of dragons or griffins with mouths Agape, Such intricate pieces is more than likely to be from a Chateau or large resi...

This item has a great macabre look as I’m sure you will agree, the item is sold with its bespoke stand.

This item has a great macabre look as I’m sure you will agree, the item is sold with its bespoke stand.

A macabre 17th century Italian Memento Mori carved wood and painted skull mounted on its original wood stepped stand.

This is for those who love the macabre. Our English prison door is certainly a conversation piece.

A carved motif on the upper panelling — possibly a death’s head — adds a touch of the mysterious and macabre.

A well carved regency marble bust of William Pitt the younger by Dominick Andrew Olivier circa 1820-1833 The marble has obtained a beautiful colour over time, and has obviously misp...

Hand-carved solid wood wall panel depicting a whimsical yet macabre dead fish motif in deep relief, framed by an architectural border.

A fantastic and macabre 19th century English cast bronze dead sparrow objet d'art.

This seat has had years of use which gives it its macabre look. A wonderful decorative example with a lovely faded color.

The face has flaked paint which we feel gives this item its macabre look. Please review all the photos provided as part of this advert.    

They remind me of the early imagery of the Sea Monk from the natural history almanacs from the mid-16th century onward by the likes of Johannes Sluperius, 1572 Nevertheless very odd...

The worn surface across the face gives a wonderful macabre look with a sense of ghostly yet peaceful presence.

We share what we love, and we love the macabre look of this Victorian medical human skull in glass dome.

For sale is a wonderful decorative and very rare mid to late 19th century hand carved wooden lion head, made in the style of macabre and curiosity. This item is very folky in visual ...

To the rear under a crystal panel is a lock of hair and a slightly macabre tooth of the lost loved one! The gold swivel locket is set into a 10k yellow gold locket with a 'rope-twist...

19th Century English Cranium Brass and Ebonised Base Bowl An unusual if somewhat macabre styled mid-19th Century English cranium bowl with brass and ebonised base.

By the 15th century it could be extremely morbid and explicit, reflecting an increased obsession with death and decay also seen in the Ars moriendi, the Danse Macabre, and the overla...

With some amazing detail and rare due to its size this item is quite simple unique in form, condition and overall macabre visual impact. Uncovered in a collection of fine arts in Eur...

This artifact is mounted to a bespoke velour base, the bust is removeable, this item has a great macabre look to it as shown untouched in form. Size in inches: H 4.5” x W 2.5” x D 2...

This item has a highly curio, macabre, decorative and unique look and we feel is artistic as a stand alone piece.

This item has a highly curio, macabre, decorative and unique look and we feel is artistic as a Stand alone piece.

A macabre etching and aquatint on paper titled “Miren que grabes!”

Bold in character and rich in detail, the piece reflects the era’s fascination with mythological motifs and the macabre. The reverse bears the maker’s mark for Blank & Co., a di...

Accompanied by a wooden display stand. With a macabre look the terracotta color is visible underneath the overlaid chalk finish.

A wonderfully decorative and rare set of macabre candlesticks. Dimensions in inches: H 20” x W 7” x D 7” Age 1890 Origin: France Condition: These items are completely solid in st...

Victorian Taxidermy Cat An Early 20th Century English taxidermy cat. A very unusual and macabre object of someone’s preloved pet. During the Victorian era, the death of a loved one ...

Formed from hand carved sections of pine wood, some paint still present leaving a macabre and spooky look due to the hollow eyes. Housed in a 19th Century ebonised pine base square s...

A unique form depicting an angelic religious figure, the lead face and blue glass eyes is what makes this item so special and even artistic in form with its ever so slightly macabre ...

A wonderful piece of macabre display or curio cabinet addition. Size in inches approx.: Specimen H 7” x W 9” x D 5.5” Dome H 11” x W 13” x D 10” Period: 19th Century Material...

The item is not only unusual in its form and slightly macabre but also highly decorative as the pictures illustrate.

From evil spirits and magic animals to heroes triumphing over demons, these macabre and dark subjects continue to fascinate the public today.

A truly wonderful example and very sculptural form which can be displayed as a macabre and curio item. A unique item recently obtained from a collector in Paris and untouched in form.

The aging and patina across all this item are what attracted us to it, this item looks brilliant once hung and is a real talking piece if abit macabre and morbid. Size in inches: H ...

With its faded surface, imposing scale and unmistakably macabre character, it has become something far more atmospheric than a conventional religious artefact.

Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States a...

Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States a...

Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American poet, critic, and short-story writer, famous for his cultivation of mystery and the macabre in fiction. In 1839 he became co-editor of Bur...

Keeping reminders of inevitable death was not simply done in a macabre sense; it was a practical daily prompt to live life on the straight and narrow to ensure eternal salvation.

This is a large and highly imposing antique work board believed to have been made in Japan during the Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1868 to 1920. The material appears to be hardwoods...

This small exquisite "Bronze Sculpture I" is in excellent condition and a perfect example of Eugene Caples craftsmanship. Although it is mainly abstract, there are bits that look fig...

A Swedish washboard in pine dated 1850 with owner initials AAS The farmers and country-side folks were proud of the few things they owned and used to carve their initials and to date...

An intriguing handmade French chopping board from the 19th century. The solid beech wood plank is carved with a wedge-shaped handle protruding from deep, curved cuts to the main body...

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Big 1960s anatomical jaw teaching model in perfect condition. This beautiful resin jaw can be taken apart as shown in the images. It was made in the 1960s by Rudiger Anatomie in Berl...

This is an old box storage made in Japan. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), and the material used is paulownia wood, which is precious today. Paulownia wood is light...

Dimensions: 44 W x 20 H x 11 D cm Weight: 5,6 kg Material: Bronze, patina Edition: 1/3 + 1 AP, signed on base Condition: Excellent, certificate Free worldwide shipping in a branded ...

Chinoiserie pagoda. Very decorative Italian painted plaster and wood three-tiered pagoda alla Mongiardino emanating from marine inspired grotto base with four masks issuing water in...

Impressive handmade large and powerfully cast Japanese tripod bronze censer of the 19th century, made during the Meiji period and with mythical animals. This unique Koro or incense b...

This is an antique flower vase with Takaoka bronze. It was made around 1930s in early Showa era and made in Takaoka city (Toyama prefecture, Japan). Dimensions: 16 x 16 x H22 cm.

Pair of Original Memento Mori Charcoal Skull Drawings, France, circa 19th Century. They measure 11.5"H x 13"W, and 10.5"H x 14.25"W framed. They were purchased in France and are beli...

Spinosaurus Claw Species: Spinosaurus Period: Cretaceous (approx. 112–93 million years ago) Origin: Morocco Dimensions: 18 × 6 × 11 cm This well-preserved fossil claw comes from Spi...

White's Physiological Manikin dated 1886 is a rare and valuable antique medical chart in the form of a life-size manikin created by James T White & Co in the United States. This ...

This 19th C. Japanese Buddhist bronze temple or monastery bell, features a stylized two-headed dragon loop handle at top, four studded panels at shoulder, raised geometric lines arou...

a French 1930's children's toy .. a colorful metal snail .. fun object/collectors item .. lovely vibrant colors ...

Vanitas 18th century French School Oil on canvas Old frame gilded with gold leaves Dim canvas : 73 X 60 cm Dim frame : 93 X 80 cm Certificate of authenticity

Black Glazen Column Krater mid-4th century BC, Apulia With broad avoid body on a short echinus foot and thick mouth. The two handles form loops around the shoulders. Resembling the...

Rare Polish Vanitas Memento Mori Bronze Bust of Teofil Lenartowicz, Late 19th Century An unusual and highly evocative Vanitas Memento Mori bust depicting the celebrated Polish Roman...

This lavish American oak and walnut tester bed exhibits superior craftsmanship and detail. The design is embellished by elaborate carving throughout in a neoclassical motif the inclu...