Gilzo Decorative Objects

An impressive turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau silver-plated bronze sculpture featuring a seated maiden and sunflower mirror motif, crafted circa 1900. Standing at a grand height of ...

An original Art Nouveau painted terracotta bust of a sleeping young woman by the Austrian sculptor Alfons Korschendorfer (1864–1941), created circa 1900. This piece features flowing...

A Victorian-era decorative photo album with bronze/brass ormolu mounts over an olive-green pattern velvet, circa 1880s. Weighing nearly 2 kg with a thickness of 8.5 cm, this piece f...

An exceptional, rare large-scale Italian Florentine gilded wood box, crafted in Florence, Italy, circa 1950s. Distinguished by its generous dimensions (30 cm wide), this box is hand...

Part of an exquisite artistic set of four distinct lady portrait sculptures created by the same artisan, this mid-20th-century miniature bust captures the bold elegance of 1920s Art ...

An exquisite pair of Swedish Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) single-light chamberstick candlesticks, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. Crafted with ornate gilt bronze (ormol...

Part of an exquisite artistic set of four distinct lady portrait sculptures created by the same artisan, this mid-20th-century miniature bust captures the timeless beauty of classica...

An exquisite antique Belgian silver-toned metal desk paperweight and pen holder, meticulously crafted in the form of a detailed hand holding a spherical socket, dating from the late ...

An exceptional mid-20th-century Italian Florentine wall plaque depicting a winged cherub (putto), beautifully hand-carved from solid wood and finished in traditional gilt leaf. Craf...

A breathtaking 19th-century French "Porte-Montre" (pocket watch holder) whimsically designed in the form of a miniature chair. Crafted during the Napoleon III / Palais Royal era, this exquisite desk display piece features a natural mother-of-pearl shell seat, elegantly framed by delicate gilt brass wirework with flowing cabriole-style legs. Suspended from the top hook is a meticulously carved mother-of-pearl maple leaf that acts as a decorative backrest, complemented by a matching carved leaf dangling below the seat rail. The top hook was specifically designed to hold a pocket watch or pocket watch pendant, allowing the timepiece to rest gracefully above the iridescent shell bowl. Radiating soft pink and green iridescence, the natural shell harmonizes beautifully with the aged brass patina. Offered in exceptional antique condition with intact mother-of-pearl elements. A rare, highly desirable collector’s piece for enthusiasts of French Palais Royal vanity objects and antique pocket watch displays.

An exceptionally fine French Art Nouveau letter opener, sculpted with a dramatic high-relief motif of an iris blossom embracing a serene maiden's profile. Originating from France, t...

A remarkably rare 19th to early 20th-century Portuguese "Mano Figa" hand sculpture, expertly carved from dense hardwood and accented with 833 solid silver fittings. Historically rev...

An exquisite late 19th-century Victorian era trinket box, featuring a poetic "bird's nest and egg" motif. The top lid and bottom base are crafted from iridescent, high-luster natural Mother of Pearl shells. The body is intricately wrapped in a woven brass wirework structure designed to resemble a delicate bird's nest, resting gracefully on four spherical ball feet. The hinged brass rim opens smoothly to reveal an iridescent shell interior, perfect for holding small rings, pills, or cherished keepsakes. Reflecting the Victorian fascination with romantic nature-inspired objets d'art, this casket is a remarkable decorative piece. Offered in good antique condition with a charming aged patina on the brass wire framework and no structural cracks on the shells. Weighing 63g and measuring under 3 inches, this rare shell box is an exceptional collectible for enthusiasts of Victorian novelty boxes, Mother of Pearl caskets...

A charming 1960s Swiss-made Lausanne miniature clock pendant, originally acquired in the UK. Designed in the nostalgic style of a vintage mantel clock, this versatile art piece func...

An enchanting early 20th-century Art Nouveau studio artwork, this rare miniature female bust embodies the romantic idealism and fluid elegance of the movement. Originally acquired in...

A captivating mid-20th century miniature hand-carved wooden sculpture originating from Indonesia. Meticulously hand-carved from dense tropical hardwood, this refined art object featu...

An exceptional and rare matching pair of late Victorian miniature wall frames containing antique tinted portraits, circa 1890. Each frame is meticulously crafted from gilded brass, f...

A superb Mid-Century modern Balinese hand-carved sculpture depicting an elegant ritual hand in a stylized mudra gesture, circa 1950s. This exquisite piece originates from the famous ...

An exquisite turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau period metal bust of an elegant Belle Époque woman, circa 1900. Masterfully cast in spelter (régule) with a refined silversmithing-style ...

A charming turn-of-the-century Victorian to Edwardian period vanity box (dressing case), circa 1900. The exterior is beautifully adorned with a vibrant lithographed romantic floral p...

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern hand-carved wood sculpture of an elongated hand, dating to the 1960s. Strongly influenced by the 20th-century Surrealist movement, this striking des...

A rare and historically significant French Louis XVI period walnut document box, hand-crafted in the late 18th century. This desktop coffer features a robust, beautifully grained sol...