Unknown Objets d'Art and Vertu

This iconic Saint Laurent Sunset bag is crafted in luxurious black calfskin leather with brushed gold-tone hardware and leather lining, offeri...

This rare Art Nouveau notebook case, may be a souvenir, depicts the center square of Munich, Marienplatz with the town hall and the fountain with the sta...

Antique Silver Card Case in form of purse, Birmingham 1910, Adie & Lovekin Ltd. The case of hinge and thumb piece design, richly engraved scro...

We are thrilled to show you these magnificent French heirlooms. This rare and glamorous treasure dates back to the Art Nouveau period. It is a delightful miniature mesh coin purse with a very detailed hing closure and hundreds of hand made small links woven together. This 18 ct yellow gold jewel is hallmarked with a French eagle head and is in very good condition considering its age. It is in perfect working condition and a pleasure to wear. We like to mention that the back of the purse has deeper scratches as clearly visible in the pictures. This 18k solid gold purse...

Marble Heraldic Lion with Fleur-de-Lys Shield. France, 17th century. Measurements: 20 × 11 × 8 cm. This diminutive marble representation of a heraldic lion is modelled in the r...

This is a very early and rare Museum Quality Georgian hand painted portrait miniature of a girl child with a bird which appears to be a parrot or raven or crow and is framed in a 14 ...

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. Handmade by artisans assembled with natural coral bead...

Antique natural Carnelian lidded bottle, vase or vessel adorned with ornate flowers, leaves and birds deeply carved in relief, Qing Dynasty, c 1900. The agate varies in color from a ...

This spectacular heirloom piece has made its journey forward from the Victorian period. Made of .800 silver, the cigarette or snuff box is stamped with hallmarks, dated 1859 and sign...

Renaissance Revival Rock Crystal Dragon Pendant- A rock crystal dragon mounted in 18k gold set with diamonds, a pearl, and rubies Length: 4.5"

The **Royal Australian Olympic 24 Karat Gold Coin** commemorates the **Sydney 2000 Olympic Games**, one of the most iconic moments in Australia's sporting ...

This Iron quizzing glass was crated towards the end of the eighteenth century in France. The large round split ring indicates that it was to be worn on a chain. Thirty two round stee...

A rare carved Hawk's Eye agate tiger on a 14k gold mounted rock crystal base, circa 1960. "A Jeweled Sculpture" An incredible carved tiger made fro...

A fine antique American silver card holder. By R. Blackinton & Co. In sterling silver. With repousse stylized floral decoration to the front and wavy engraved patterns to both sid...

An Exquisite 14K Gold, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Semi Precious Stone Mounted Rhodonite Camel. Circa 1970, Italy A very good quality and unusual gold mounted jeweled object...

This lovely hairpin was created in the last decade of the 19th century in Bohemia which, at the time of the creation of this hair ornament belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Bo...

Novelty silver plate Chariot Carriage Continental C.1870. Together with associated spoon could be used for Condiments or small mints etc. Very intricately made with pierced frieze su...

Very rare 18th century Micro Mosaic Depicting a Goldfinch Bird. Measurements: Without frame approximately 5.5 in x 6.5 inches With frame approximately 8.44 x 9.63 inches.

Porcelain inkwell Limoges France Item in the style of Napoleon III made at the turn of the 20th century Before 1890, 1890 to 1919. This vintage/antique Limoges porcelain piece color...

This charming hair ornament has been crafted out of embossed silver in the 1880s. The articulated four leaf clover is riveted onto a hairpin made out of celluloid.

Circa 1780 This is one of the finest enameled gold scent bottles that has ever appeared on the market. This elaborate multi-color enamel and gold scent / perfume bottle was made ...

Cell Mask in Sterling Silver by Ayaka Nishi Dimensions: W 10.1 x H 17.2 cm. Materials: Sterling silver. Inspired by the intricate structure of living cells, the Cell Mask transforms...

This Magnificent Antique early XIXc Russian Orthodox Travelling Icon depicts Pokrov – the Protection of the Most Holy Mother of God & Saints. Featuring intricate details, the tr...

Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship. A breathtaking masterpiece of Qing Dynasty craftsmanship, this late 19th-century Chinese carved coral ship is an ex...

An original early 20th century ring presentation box by Dibdin & Co. Ltd., jewellers of 189 Sloane Street, London S.W.1. The box is of compact square form, finished in deep blue leat...

A simply lovely and unusual magnifying glass from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the entire surface of this magnifying glass is decorated with raised repous...

This is an amazing 14k yellow gold mesh purse from the Victorian era. The purse measures 95mm by 66mm and weighs 42.5 grams. The purse is stamped 14K.

A Victorian Holbeinesque emerald, diamond and pearl suite, consisting of a necklace and a pair of earrings, the necklace with five octagonal-cu...

An Engraved Turned Wooden Cup.   English, dated 1636.   Material Turned pearwood, engraved with foliate and geometric decoration.   Measurements Height: 20.5 cm. Diameter (rim): 10.2...

An intriguing pairing of ceremonial and decorative artefacts, this collection brings together two objects deeply rooted in traditional symbolism and cultural identity. Though dis...

This splendid Belle Epoque hat pin convinces through its simplicity. The finely cut amethysts display all the powers of the stones with wonderfully cut facettes.

A makeup brush (real hair) with sterling silver handle. Brush has never been used. Marked 'Sterling' on handle as shown in last image. A great piece for a curated vanity area.

A Gold and Enamel German Snuff Box An oval snuff box with pink, blue, and green enamel. The top of the box features an enamel plaque of a lady at an altar of love with baby Cupid. ...

This beautiful paperclip in the shape of a hand is made out of silver and marked 800. The hand wears a ring with a genuine diamond and an enamelled bracelet.

This vermeil snuffbox was executed in Birmingham in 1824. The micromosaic appears stylistically to have been executed 5 to 10 years earlier almost certainly in Rome. The box measures...

A fine and highly decorative English sterling silver vesta case (match safe), hallmarked in London around the turn of the 20th century. This rectangular case combines utility with ar...

Small vinaigrette in gold and enamel. The miniature basin, which was used to hold fabric or cotton infused with fragrance, and its lid are decorated with multicolored bouquets of flo...

Georgian Silver Box Birmingham 1793 Joseph Taylor. Wonderful little box originally for patches but ideal today as a pill box with nice tight fitting cover. Pin pricked engraved folia...

This unusual carving in the shape of a beetle was carved out of one piece of labradorite in the 1920's ca. The beetle has been drilled from top to bottom and is intended to be used i...

A natural handmade malachite decorative Jewelry Box. The pattern of the malachite looks like eyes which is typical for malachite stalactite. The malachite comes from Kongo (Africa)....

In terracotta with black marble medallion centered by a white marble profile depicting Roman emperor framed by the inscription T. VESPESIAN. A U G .; the terracotta frame with engrav...

A Highly Important Museum Quality Pair of Diamond and Enamel Zarfs. Each Zarf with a scalloped rim and spreading foot, the sides set with colorful green ...

The influence of the Empire for objects in classical antique manner is still felt in this elegant silver spice box designed in the shape of an amphora on a pedestal with two handles....

An Exquisite Masterpiece of Mughal Splendor: A Rare Gold-Mounted Jade Box with Diamonds and Semi-Precious Stones Introduction to a Regal Artifact: This exceptional jade box, hailing from the storied Mughal Dynasty, is an unparalleled exemplar of imperial artistry and luxury. Acquired from the prestigious Spink & Son of London, this artifact transcends its material beauty to stand as a significant piece of historical and cultural importance. With its rich provenance and intricate craftsmanship, this jade box embodies the opulence and refined tastes of one of history’s most powerful and influential empires. Craftsmanship: The Art of Mughal Luxury: At the heart of this piece lies a finely carved jade...

Step into the opulent embrace of yesteryears with an antique Art Deco evening bag that resonates with vintage allure. A true relic, this piece seamlessly melds platinum and 14k yello...

Wonderful example of an Empire gold seal with an Italian motto engraved in an oval bloodstone: "giamai ingrato". The intaglio depicts a field with a sunflower, a river or a lake, a s...

A beautiful box made of fire gilt and damascened steel, completely original and in mint condition, with the original key, Italy or France, 16th century.

Indian Enamel and Gold Peacock Figure An Indian gold peacock figure decorated with blue, green, red, and yellow enamel. The tail is designed as a large fanned display with circular ...

These unusual hair ornaments come as a set of four haipins with two prongs each and two pins with one prong each connected by a silver chain. All the pins are mounted with natural colour facetted...

Antique 13 Piece Sterling Silver 925 Vanity Dresser Set With Fitted Box/Case Metal: Sterling silver 13 pieces Box/Case is original and has wear on o...

A necessity during the Victorian Era, hat pins not only balanced precarious hats atop piles of hair but also moonlighted as weapons against overzealous gentlemen. Though teetering ha...

This superb rooster's head has been carved out of tiger eye and various hardstones. The beak and the brooch fitting are executed in 18 karat gold.

Antique imperial russian era orginal silver pill box made in moscow 1850s with a total weight of 100 grams box messures 8cm lenght hall marked 84 imperial russian silver standard and...

Apparently unmarked but Russia, circa 1820 Elongated compressed oval, decorated with floral garlands within similar borders on gilt stippled ground, the screw top with ball finial ...

This is an antique Russian Orthodox brass triptych icon, a foldable religious artifact commonly used for personal devotion and travel. The central panel ...

An antique Chinese inside painted blue glass snuff bottle with a jadeite stopper. Inside painted with a sitting scholar to one side and a pacing scholar to the ...

Antique Chinese Enamel Cloisonné Jade Silver Bangle Bracelet

This rare and most unusual cast iron plaque with the portrait in profile of Hercules dates from the first or second decade of the 19th century. It is a typical example of the work of Prussian Iron...

This delightful little pendant in the shape of a basket is made out of guilt metal and decorated with pale blue and white enamel.

An Exquisite and Large Indian 22K Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Snuff Box, Jaipur A very fine quality 22k gold box set with 40 diamonds, painted with the fine...