Unknown Objets d'Art and Vertu

An unusual and beautifully crafted antique silver filigree yarn holder bracelet dating to the 19th century. This elegant sewing accessory was designed to assist during knitting or cr...

From our extensive Jade collection, here is another one to add to someones important collection. This piece was carved at least 50 years ago! This jade decoration is certified natural without treatments or enhancements. It is a superb piece of jade carving. The color play and contrast is fantastic. This master carver cleverly incorporated the jade skin into the carving. When the master carver first acquire a piece of jade rough, he has no idea what colors are inside. Once you carve into it, you will have to improvise as you go. The results as you can see is exceptional. The title says it all. This carving is of a beautiful home...

Lorgnettes were a fashionable item in high society. This 14k gold pair, circa the Edwardian era, have a minimalist design—simple, classic, with clean lines and excellent function, wi...

This antique silver ornate floral filigree belt buckle is a beautiful example of intricate craftsmanship. The buckle features a striking design ce...

A vintage jewellery presentation box by Hancock & Co, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths, dating to the mid 20th century. The box features a deep burgundy leatherette exterior with fine gilt ...

Carved Nephrite and Rock Crystal Gold Flower Pot This flower pot features en tremblant rock crystal-carved Lilly of the Valley flowers, nephrite leaves, and gold stems. The base is ...

An exquisite antique cigarette case crafted from sterling silver. The exterior features a high polish sterling silver whereas the interior is li...

Theater - Golden metal crown with multicolored rhinestones, from drama performances. It ties with a velvet link. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length...

Fine handmade cut-crystal and ormolu cellaret with six perfume flasks and their stoppers embellished with geometric and rosette patterns. The gilt bronze rectangular tray is decorate...

Please check out the HD video. In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This Icy Jade cabochon hummingbird with imperial green jadeite jade...

18th Century Giacomo Raffaelli Micro Mosaic Rabbit Plaque A micro mosaic depicting a fat rabbit eating leaves set in a wooden frame. Made by the late 18th century mosaicist Giacomo Raffaelli. Signed on the reverse Giacomo Raffaelli, Roma 1794 Diameter of the micro mosaic: 2.25" Measurements of the frame: 4.63" x 4.63" Provenance: "Micromosaics Private Collections" by Janette Hanisee Gabriel, published by Brian McCarthy...

Sterling silver hand mirror with beveled edge. Monogrammed with the initials "EMN" and stamped STERLING 1070.

This charming hair ornament was created out of cast metall in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. The visible part of the hair ornament is designed as an elaborate Japanese c...

This elegant pair of clasps are designed as peacocks with their fan. The peacocks are made out of Pinchbeck and mounted in metal clasps with a rose gold gilding. The peacocks's fans ...

Chalcedony and Silver-Gilt Bust of the Emperor Vespasian. Italy, 17th–18th century. Measurements Height overall: 11 cm Height of bust: 5 cm Height of chalcedony head: 2.6 cm Descr...

Discover this marvelous egg-shaped clock, crafted in Limoges porcelain and finely hand-painted, signed by the artist. The delicate painting depicts a fleur-de-lis, adding a touch of ...

Rare Bi-Color Pinkish Brown Terminated Tourmaline Crystal – Natural Gemstone Mineral Specimen for Collectors & Healing. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline Crystal Specimen ⚖️ WEIGHT:...

A lapis and gold archaeological revival suite, the brooch with an oval shaped carved lapis in the form of a scarab with gold twisted wire frame, surmounted with a realistically carve...

Natural Pink Tourmaline Crystal in Lepidolite Matrix – Large Raw Mineral Specimen with Well-Terminated Crystals, Collector’s Grade Gemstone Cluster, Rare Healing Stone & Premium ...

This rather charming miniature portrait dates to the early 19th century, during the reign of George III. The oil on copper miniature is housed in an ebonised timber frame and is case...

This is a very early and rare Museum Quality Georgian Locket Pendant Necklace with an extraordinary hand painted portrait miniature of a child with a d...

eardrop-shaped crystal flask in pierced gold mount, intricately sculpted with hearts, palmettes, and scrollwork. The mounting is set on the base and the ...

Circa 1910 Pair of Phenomenal Hair Combs, measuring 5 1/4 inches in length and 1 3/4 inches wide, heavy 18k Yellow gold with Platinum mountings top sections on top of Tortoise, furth...

Fine Fountain Pen studded in Round Brilliant Diamonds using Stainless Steel. Months are spent making just 1 of these pens. Inquire for others in our inve...

Renaissance Bronze Lion. Germany or Italy, 16th century. Measurements 8.5 × 7.2 × 3.5 cm Description A small bronze lion cast as a solid figure, t...

This antique charm was created in the last quarter of the nineteenth century out of metal. The pendant is designed as a claw of a bird of prey holding a fluorite ball. The naturalist...

This crossbar is designed as a stylized bone and made out of 15 karat gold. It is decorated with twisted gold wire applications around the edges and to either side of the rotating ri...

An unique 100% handmade Boulder Opal Gemstone in wooden box size of the stone vanity case 168 x 163 x 44 mm weight of the stone box - 1660 gr total weight with wooden case - 2500 gr

A fine antique silver-topped cut glass hunting flask. With a narrow tapering cut glass body with a diamond pattern terminating in a screw-top integral s...

This is a Museum piece, an Edwardian Silver and Hardstone-mounted Snuff Box marked for Aide & Lovekin Ltd., Birmingham, 1908, from the collection of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. ...

Fine antique Chinese cloisonne snuff bottle or miniature vase in hulu double gourd bottle form, on a carved hardwood stand Early 20c Republic ...

Rose Quartz Roses Flower & Rock Crystal Vase Desk Object A miniature Rose flower in a water vase. The vase made of rock crystal with a water illusion. Inc...

Spectacular, Art Deco, pendant, depicting an encased, renaissance cameo of a Cupid baby and mother lying on a cloud in sky background. This unique a...

This magnificent Swiss Art Deco minaudière compact is believed to have been owned by renowned film star Joan Fontaine. Crafted of sterling and gilded sil...

This graceful pair of stickpins was created in 1845 ca out of 18 karat gold. Each pin features a Flower with bright green enamelled flowers highlighted by 1 larger and four smaller ...

Elevate your collection with this captivating Disney's Little Mermaid Ariel & Flounder 1oz 999 silver ingot. Crafted with precision, this piece features vibrant enamel illustrati...

This large intaglio was hand carved towards thew end of the eighteenth century or the very beginning of the nineteenth century. 1800 out of a large fla...

THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE 18TH - 19TH CENTURY HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A LADY, A ROYAL WOMAN, WITH EXTRAORDINARY DETAILS AND OF SUPERB QUALITY - RARE!! THE PORTRAIT, WIT...

THIS IS A VERY RARE EARLY GERMAN CANDY CONTAINER OF A PUG OR FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPY DOG PULLING A WONDERFUL WOODEN CART. WITH GLASS EYES - SO ADOR...

Rare English silver-gilt book-form chess and backgammon game board, circa 1976. This exceptional and rare solid silver chess board converts into a backgammon board and can also be placed in a bookshelf to add more opulence. (3 in 1). This was most definitely a private commissioned piece by the House of Garrard...

10 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Pencil- This lovely piece features a mechanical pencil with a beautifully engraved 10K case and clear stone acc...

France, circa 1550 This one of a kind, museum rarity, Renaissance gilt bronze ring features a Limoges enameled copper plaque superbly pai...

This natural white jade carved as snuff bottle, is accompanied by a natural agate stopper. The dimensions is approximately 79 x 53 x 25 mm, weight is about 103 grams. Snuff bottles h...

Gist sterling buckle set on running oak tooled leather Vogt belt. Buckle features Indian head design with with etched layered pattern surrounding. ...

14 Karat Ridged Tie Bar. Simple design yet sophisticated piece that will add a nice detail to any tie. The top of the tie bar has a zig-zag design and the enti...

Important Large Micromosaic Depicting The Colosseum in Rome Circa 1850's, Italy Measurements: Micromosaic without Frame: approximately 16.75 x 19.25 inches Frame: approximately 28....

Hand Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram 97.5 gram 3 inch by 2inch by 3/8 inch thick In good condition for its age, no...

An utterly beautiful and harmonious antique round pillbox in wood, ca. 1900. It is set with a sapphire sugarloaf cabochon and five old cut diamonds, all in a yellow gold bezel settin...

This is a aurora borealis coated art glass spinning top shaped perfume bottle with a ball shaped stopper. It would be a great gift item for those who enjoy the vintage life style. O...

Sterling Silver Baby Bib Clips This vintage baby bib clips features 2 clothes pins linked with a sterling silver chain. Size: 36.85 mm Stamped: STERLING Weigh: 5.9 dwt / 9.3 gr. ...

Step into the times long gone with this amazingly preserved military officer's antique travel shaving set. Date letters on the sterling silver pieces date the items between the year...

Rare and outstanding sculpture of an expressive dolphin designed as a paperclip and a paperweight made out of cast iron. Its eyes are made out of glass and it can open its mouth and ...

An unique 100% handmade Boulder Opal Gemstone in wooden box size of the stone vanity case 168 x 163 x 44 mm weight of the stone box - 1660 gr total weight with wooden case - 2500 gr

A rare and collectible antique vesta case, beautifully crafted in gilt metal and decorated with a finely painted enamel plaque. The front depicts a partially draped lady, presumably ...

Mounted Venetian Gold Coin c1720, 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo III. The Osella was a type of coin that the Doge gifted to noble families of the Serenissima (Republic of Venice) every y...

Charming sliver open work box for hosts. The outer rim of the round lid features doves of peace. In the center there is the lamb of godwith the flag of victory.

A finely executed late 19th century French stick pin in 18 karat gold, designed as a stylized fly set against a subtly domed escutcheon-shaped plaque, and adorned with a ruby and old...

This is a rare pair of antique 19th Century Silver Birth Announcement Umbilical Clamp Stork Scissors. The Silver birth stork scissors served as a birth announcement and were used to ...

An elegant antique sterling silver buckle exquisitely decorated with white guilloché enamel and hand-painted gold details, dating to around 1900. This refined piece captures the soph...

An elegant and rare pair of antique 18 karat gold needle caps, beautifully crafted and rich in refined ornamental detail. Each cap is designed in a tapered, architectural form, remi...