20th Century Specialists

Sculpture, kneeling Venus in white marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHIPPING COST CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL, ULTERIORI FOTO, INFORMAZIONI SUL ...

Pair of table lamps by Michel Zadounaisky, France, 1930s. Partially black patinated wrought iron antelopes. Measurements: Each-length 10.2" (26 cm), height without shade 9.8" (25 cm)...

Bronze sculpture of Emperor Aratus, 20th century. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHIPPING COST CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL - ULTERIORI FOTO, INFORMAZI...

Italian Ceramic Woman Art Deco Style naked african woman enamel and gold Excellent condition Origin Italy Circa 1950 mid century Sealed in its ba...

This creation draws its inspiration from the poetic inscription on Yanshan by Mi Fu (a famous Chinese ancient calligrapher and painter), reimagining his vision of Yanshan. It takes i...

Sculpted travertine Scotty dog pair by Fratelli Mannelli of Italy, circa the 1970’s. In excellent condition. Slight variance in size between the two due to the handmade nature.

This vintage pair of patinated bronze Art Deco bookends date from the early 20th century. The sculptor Isidor Konti masterfully created this pair of partially nude muscular young men...

French Art Deco sculpture, France, ca.1925. "Lumberjack". Spelter, marble & onyx. Measures: width : 27.5"(70cm), height : 22"(56cm), depth : 8.8"(22.5cm). Weight : 27.5 kgs. Some bit...

19th Century, French Marble and Gilt Bronze Centerpiece This particular centerpiece was made, in white marble and finely chiseled gilded bronze, in France between the end of the eigh...

Large vintage sixty four piece porcelain Majolica vegetable / fruit Cornucopia / Thanksgiving centerpiece display lot. Features onions, cucumbers, av...

Sculpture of Wrestlers, in white marble, 20th century, made on the model of the Greco-Roman original, excellent condition. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHI...

Aragonite is a polymorph of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). It is elementally identical to calcite but is considerably rarer due to the very specific geological conditions required for it...

Roman style marble togatus torso, xx century,.ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHIPPING COST CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL

niche in gilded wood from the 17th century from Italy Lovely niche with a carved wood in its center from the Italian Renaissance Beautiful original gild wood Dimensions excluding ba...

218.47 Gram Attractive Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 218.47 Gram Dimension: 6.7 x 6.4 x 3.9 Cm Origin: Pakistan Pyrite is found in a wide variety of geological settings, f...

Sculpted travertine elephant pair by Fratelli Mannelli of Italy, circa the 1970’s. In excellent condition. Slight variance in size between the two due to the handmade nature.

Characteristic for Swedish artist, Björn Selder, are powerful, expressive sculptures, such as this piece, in heavy materials like bronze, iron, and stone....

A beautiful solid camphor wood statue of the legendary Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Damo), who is believed to be the saint who introduced Buddhism to China, Damo represents "dharma of ...

This striking profile, classically heroic, yet distinctly French, courageous and reserved, belongs to the famed early French aviator Jean Mermoz. A French Air Force and commercial pi...

Sizeable crucifix with a finer quality carved corpus of Christ. Looking at Christ like this and thinking about the gruesome way in which He lost His earthly life, the crucifix (in our view) is a symbol of what 'telling people the truth' can lead to. 'The truth does not have many friends' is something I once read. Looking at what is going on in the world today, in most countries that still is the case. However, we feel that we (humans), nevertheless, are still becoming more loving, civilized, empathetic and self-conscious. Mind you, this good size wall crucifix dates from the early 1900s and the cruelties that people did to one another for acting or being different than 'normal' in those days, in most cases were far worse than what we see in this day and age. Looking at Christ on the cross with this in mind, we have come along way and we are slowly, but surely evolving in the right direction. Maybe it is just some of our 'leaders' who are lacking behind. Christ on the cross should therefor also be a reminder of someone who has lived and foreseen all this and who should therefor always be a beacon of hope and light when things are not going our way, yet. What attracted us most in this work of religious art are the quality details of His anatomy and the warm patina of this finely carved corpus. The facial features of this superb corpus of Christ reveal...

Sculpted travertine elephant pair by Fratelli Mannelli of Italy, circa the 1970’s. In excellent condition. Slight variance in size between the two due to the handmade nature.

Valuable decorative objects, handcrafted in our Didoni workshop. The obelisk is a carved stone in the shape of a pointed column; it possesses the ability to disperse energy in all di...

Torso with Roman cuirass made of moulded and carved limestone, following models of classical Rome. It is solid stone. It is part of a series of 8 copies distributed exclusively by o...

Sculpted travertine fish pair by Fratelli Mannelli of Italy, circa the 1970’s. In excellent condition. Slight variance in size between the two due to the handmade nature.

Sculpted travertine giraffe pair by Fratelli Mannelli of Italy, circa the 1970’s. In excellent condition. Slight variance in size between the two due to the handmade nature.

2 kg Plus Pretty Aquamarine Crystal Bunch Attach With Feldspar From Pakistan Weight: 2 Kg Plus Dimension: 16 x 13.4 x 11 Cm Origin: Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltista...

One of the national symbols and emblems of France is the Coq Gaulois (the Gallic Rooster) and it was decorated French flags during the Revolution (1789-1799) . It is the symbol of French people because of the play on words of the Latin Gallus meaning Gaul and Gallus meaning coq- Rooster. This late 18th century ceramic...

André Delessert (1923-2010), a distinguished Swiss sculptor and mathematician of the 20th century, crafted this abstract bronze sculpture to bear witness to his profound affiliation ...

41.50 Gram Beautiful Tri Color Dual Tourmaline Specimen From Afghanistan Weight: 41.50 Gram Dimension: 3.2 x 3.5 x 2.2 Cm Origin: Paprook Mine, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crys...

A rare TANE Orfebres Sterling Silver with vermeil sculpture by Victor Vasarely named Cuadratura. Series 6 / 20 and signed on one of its sides. Manufactured in 1978. Weight: 2390 g. ...

Incredible giant bronze statue of the famous Mercury statue The original version of this was by Italian artist Giambologna This version is over six feet...

Set of four selenite logs or ruler selenite with a white fireplace grate. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by th...

A gold-black, antique French pair of girandoles made of hand crafted gilded bronze attributed to Friedrich Bergenfeldt, in good condition. Eac...

French Art Deco couple of grape pickers, France, 1920s. These large plaster sculptures adorned the entrance to a cellar of a vineyard. Measures: The woman - height 35.4" (90cm), widt...

184.68 Gram Pretty Fadan Quartz Specimen From Balochistan, Pakistan Weight: 184.68 Gram Dimension: 6.2 x 6.6 x 5.3 Cm Origin: Balochistan, Pakistan What is special about quartz?...

Hand carved oak figure, signed ‘Gallot’. A well-known atelier for bronze and marble statuettes 1920s Paris.. Super tactile thing in remarkable all original condition. Based on Venu...

Intertwining stalks of a pair of leaves rise up in a gesture of nature's unity. Crafted from a sheet of sterling silver by Lisi Brothers, this ornamental piece is fully embossed and ...

This decorative object will instantly become a favorite among guests. The silver ornament is crafted in the charming shape of a sea turtle, appearing to be suspended mid-swim. All th...

WEARABLE ART AN IMPORTANT DESIGN FOR A NECKLACE The necklace is unique and extraordinary. Because of its specific design elements it lays beautifully and comfortably on any body structure. This piece comes from a private collection. Provenance will accompany the piece. It has been authenticated by Val Bertoia and is listed in the Harry Bertoia Foundation Catalogue Raisonne # D.JE.49 having been authenticated as a Harry Bertoia piece. REPLY FROM CHRISTIE'S: "Dear Charles, thank you for contacting Christie's. I am absolutely stunned to see the necklace by Harry Bertoia you have submitted for feedback from us, and I would love to speak with you about the work at your earliest convenience. I am a great fan and a known expert in the work of Harry Bertoia, and I have handled over 600 of his sculptures, jewelry and art over the last 22 years. I have never seen a better piece of his jewelry, and it stands as one of the greatest objects in any category that he made. Michael Jefferson Senior Vice President International Senior Specialist Design" The following is from Beverly H. Twitchell, PhD, author of Bertoia: The Metalworker, London: Phaidon, 2019. She provides a very informative critique of Bertoia and his jewelry. Wearable Art an Important Design for a Necklace “Before Harry Bertoia enrolled at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in 1937 he had already mastered traditional jewelers’ techniques, but his engagement with Modernism led him to invent and use more direct methods. Instead of precious metals and gems, Bertoia made jewelry that appealed through its design, craftsmanship and the nature of its materials. That approach would make Bertoia a direct predecessor of the American Studio Crafts movement. So complex and cumulative are human perception and memory that we often do not know from where our own ideas come and without firm evidence, it is impossible to think we can establish the origins of an artist’s ideas. While his jewelry is entirely modern, chokers with multiple small pendants had come from ancient Mediterranean cultures: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Italy, even from Europe and America at the turn of the last century. Did Bertoia see works in books, journals or at the Detroit Institute of Arts that resonated with him or did he invent this on his own, as he would so many other forms? Bertoia found inspiration in nature from an early age on a small farm in Italy and later in Cranbrook’s woods, on the beaches of southern California and in the fields near his home in eastern Pennsylvania where he lived after 1950. The fluidity and motion of the his jewelry characterize much of his art. In that spirit, too, he made jewelry that suited human anatomy and was animated by its wearer’s movement. Bertoia had the instincts of an engineer, as the intricacy of the present lot’s clasp and overall construction of the jewelry demonstrates. Large jewelry by Bertoia is very rare. A delight to the eye, and like all of Bertoia’s work it is timeless. Bertoia had the instincts of an engineer, as the intricacy of the present lot's clasp and the overall construction of this piece demonstrate. Closed, the necklace sits on a table in a surprisingly conical shape, but it is so flexible that it conforms to its wearer from her neck nearly to her shoulders. Each handmade section is riveted to its neighbors, allowing it to adjust to the body while the pendants curve in many directions: one fits the left clavicle so precisely that Bertoia likely tried it on Brigitta Valentiner, who became his wife in 1943. Other pendants face toward or away from each other, bending up or down. Each element has been hammered into multiple curves and worked in Bertoia’s hands. Large jewelry by Bertoia is very rare. A delight to the eye, this necklace no doubt caused a sensation in its day as it might at the 2022 Met Ball in ours, for like all of Harry Bertoia’s work, it is timeless.” Harry Bertoia (1915 – 1978) was an Italian-born American artist, jewelry creator and modern furniture designer. He was born in San Lorenzo d...

Hand-formed clay sculpture, worked with engobbio and acid in 1st firing and aventurine glaze in 2nd firing, with silica applications. Iron base. 3rd fire sphere decoration with blue ...

Wonderful large bronze statue of a pair of frogs - or toads - salsa dancing Cast from green bronze with a great patina Good size at 3.5 feet tall - 101 CM As bronze can live outside ...

Rare set of 3 original Kaija Aarikka pin sculptures manufactured by Aarikka in Finland in 1970s. In this selection, we offer you 3 of the rarest sculptures by Kaija Aarikka, "Ariès",...

Rare Mid-Century Modern Leather Elephant, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the horse amazingly high and the eye-catcher par excellence. One ear is partially missing, ...

Ceramic elephant garden seat (or end table for cocktails) features a bright, glazed finish and a raised trunk signifying good luck. Good condition with imperfections consistent with ...

Wonderful Snail made from Sterling Silver that shows the hand of the craftsman who created it. To complete the illusion the snail has the addition of a real sea shell. Very nice scul...

The beautifully crafted wooden sculpture depicting an Islamic Rajasthani couple riding a majestic camel. The wooden figures are intricately carved with attention to detail, capturin...

53.55 Cts Adorable Green Sea-foam Tourmaline Crystal Bunch From Afghanistan Weight: 53.55 Cts Dimension: 3.5 x 1.9 x 1.7 Cm Origin: Kunar, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crystalli...

This intricately carved wooden masterpiece stands as a symbol of both artistic excellence and cultural richness. The elephant, a revered creature in Indian tradition, is adorned with...

A stunning vintage Art Deco patinated bronze sculpture. It is a statue of a beautifully costumed & detailed Flamenco lady dancer & contains some cold painted elements. The bronze is ...

58.54 Gram Tri Color Tourmaline Crystal Cluster From Paprook, Afghanistan Weight: 58.54 Gram Dimension : 5.7 x 3.5 x 2.6 Cm Origin: Paprook Min...

1 Kg plus Gigantic Smoky Quartz From Kunar, Afghanistan Weight: 1 kg plus Dimension: 16.4 x 9.3 x 6.3 Cm Origin: Kunar, Afghanistan Smoky quartz is known for dispersing fear or n...

Four vintage geometric shapes used in classes for mathematics. Probably made in Brussels, Belgium in the 1930s. Beautiful shaped not only used for mathematic classes but also for a...

La sculpture intitulée "Wauja/Turuza. Singe, 2021" est une œuvre d'art réalisée par l'artiste indigène Turuza, appartenant à l'ethnie Wauja du Haut-Xingu, au Brésil. Fabriquée à part...

This is a three seals made with some stones. It was made around 1950s. These seals are coming in one wooden box. These are all hand curved. A seal, in an East and Southeast Asian c...

This is a very nice set of eight animal sculptures designed by Fratelli Mannelli in Italy in the early 1970s. Each animal sculpture is handmade by sculpting travertine blocks. The se...

Pair of antique agate cameos on mother-of-pearl on horn in gilt brass Louis XIV style frame. Provenance : Collection vente YSL

470.02 Gram Beautiful Fluorite With Calcite Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 470.02 Gram Dim: 7.5 x 9.1 x 7.6 Cm Origin: Pakistan Calcite is a carbonate mineral and the most stable...

Highly stylish bronze pendant light with nine organic, amber color alabaster shades. If you are looking for a truly stylish antique light fixture to grace your dining room or kitche...