Lynx Hollow Antiques

A rare and highly refined European Baroque Period (1600-1750) parquetry inlaid papeleria cabinet - bargueño on later early 19th century stand. Dating to the early 18th century, Mediterranean Europe, most likely Northern Italy, possibly Spain or Flemish territories, this scarce high-end piece of furniture was typically reserved for only wealthy merchants and nobility, used for storing and traveling with important documents, business papers, writing correspondence, coins and valuables. Hand-crafted by a highly skilled master artisan and a reflection of the finest workshops, this tabletop cabinet features a rectangular solid wood case case crafted of quality top choice, elaborately veneered in matched geometric inlays, with intricate finey arranged round string work, precious rosewood banding, and luxurious exotic molted tortoiseshell-effect panels, adding subtle color, warmth and depth with distinct mottled blends of warm rich browns, ambers, orange and red. The portable open-front cabinet features six drawers arranged in two columns, each with hand cut dovetail joinery and mounted with the original ornate gilt bronze ormolu escutcheons, raised on bulbous feet. Resting atop a custom-made trestle base stand, executed in Spanish Baroque taste, crafted of solid walnut, having a conforming platform top finished in matching geometric veneering and banding, rising on ring-turned wooden legs, joined by decorative s-shaped black iron stretchers. Boasting a highly attractive patina, authentic wear, with antique character marks, rustic charm, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time and use. This elegant, interesting, functional chest on stand is an ideal focal point in a classic old world setting or as a sophisticated contrast in modern spaces. - Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 54.25" Tall, 38" Wide, 13.5" Deep; Cabinet: 21.5"h, 35"w, 10.5"w; Stand: 33.25"h, 38"w, 13.5"d; Keywords: Similar to a coffer cassone collectors cabinet of curiosities specimen exhibition cabinet bargueno Vargueno Taquillon...

A rare and extraordinary large-scale fine quality antique giltwood religious wall-hanging plaque / church altar element. circa 1860 19th century, Continental Europe, all most certainly from Italy and originally commissioned by the Roman Catholic church, executed in Baroque taste, featuring brillant heavily gilded sculptural wooden sunburst / starburst form, with original warm rich deep luxurious gilt-gold tones and dramatic intricately arranged radiating ray formation, framing a central angel putto mask carving, adorned in wavy textured hair and retaining remnants of original gesso and polychrome paint pigments, mounted over giltwood wings, all creating a visually striking masterpiece! Dimensions: (approx) 31.5" Diameter, 5.5" Deep; Weight: 3.5lbs A truly superb museum quality example. Remarkably well preserved. This important highly decorative religious work / statement piece is sure to become the focal point of any home! --- We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love decorating with religious antiques! Offering an extensive collection of unique religious objects spanning many centuries, regions, cultures and religions, from authentic holy relics, early Christian artifacts, monstrance reliquary, liturgical liturgy items, to tabernacle, altarpiece, reredos and retablos, Gothic Revival credence cupboard to real architectural salvaged church, Buddhist temple, Islamic mosque, Jewish orthodox synagogue building elements and fragments, 18th century repurposed mirrors, Victorian era Cathedral spire, various altar table, sanctuary, Italian castle vestments and tapestry panels, stone baptismal fonts...

A rare, large and most impressive antique Chinese pottery figure, modeled as a powerful Ming Dynasty style warrior, standing ready holding a spear, this monumental scale statue features rich detail and elaborate ornamentation throughout, finished on all sides, executed in traditional Sancai-glaze palette, standing raised on a rectangular double lotus platform base. China, early 20th century. - Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 53.5" Tall, 23" Wide, 16" Deep Figural work only (without base) 42.5" Tall, 18.5" Wide, 12" Deep - Professional Shipping / In-home "white-glove" hand delivery service. No Fedex/UPS Ground or Ltl freight. Depending on your location, our trusted third-party shipping partners availability, schedule, route, weather, etc...please allow up to eight weeks for delivery. Average is typically two or three weeks. - Condition Report: Good original unrestored antique condition with desirable patina and typical small scattered chips, nicks and minor losses, mainly to base. Wear commensurate with age, use and handling. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Attractive appearance. Presents splendidly As photographed - please be sure to carefully inspect each photo to judge the condition for yourself -- This visually striking ancient Chinese warrior sculpture is sure to add a touch of authentic cultural interest and sophistication, bold dramatic presence, subdued colorful warmth, and rich historical depth to any space! Keywords: Chinese ceramics porcelain earthenware terracotta antique Asian art Temple sculpture Ming Dynasty culture foo dog guardian lion mask winged dragon roof tile...

Own a wonderful piece of Americana / early fair ground / amusement park / carnival folk art history, with this charming authentic mid-century painted wood and metal midway carousel r...

A rare and most charming authentic antique Venetian Chinoiserie decorated poudreuse (dressing table) with beautifully aged original patina! Venice, Italy, 18th century A wonderful...

A large and impressive Neoclassical style paint-decorated console table, in 18th century Swedish Gustavian taste. Featuring a painted solid wood frame in lightly distressed antique ...

A most charming pair of high-quality vintage country French Louis XV revival fruitwood nightstands / occasional tables, circa 1960 France, almost certainly Paris, mid-20th century, ...

A stunning classic early American Federal style mahogany pembroke occasional table by renowned fine quality American furniture maker Baker Furniture (United States, 1890-Present) S...

A remarkable authentic antique Christian church processional cross, dating to the early 20th century, 7-foot tall, two-piece, the large impressive crucifix designed to also be used as the principle altar cross. Featuring a brilliant high-quality gilt bronze cross, finely cast and richly decorated, mounted with haloed crucified Christ figure, adorned with palmette tips, projecting winged angel, relief and floral ornamentation as well as an integral handle, accompanied with a fitted long patinated brass ringed staff with tapering rounded tip. circa 1900 Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 84" Tall, 12.5" Wide, 6" Deep Cross: 28.5" Tall, 12.5" Wide, 6" Deep Pole: 57" Tall, 1.5" Diameter, 1" Shaft Condition: A wonderful well preserved example, great shape overall, in desirable original unrestored antique condition, with original beautifully aged warm patina Strong, sturdy, stable, attractive appearance, wear commensurate with authentic age, use and handling, including scattered rubbing, tonal variations, minor abrasions, accretions, nothing that detracts from the display or functionality, but only adds to the authenticity, sophisticated antique character, charm, elegant warmth, and rich historical interest that can only be acquired over very long periods of time --- We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love decorating and collecting religious objects! From important Catholic relics...

An extraordinarily carved Black Forest console table. 19th century, Continental Europe, most likely German, Swiss or possibly French, exhibition quality exceptionally executed mast...

A stunning set of luxurious Bohemian cranberry cut to clear gold gilded stemmed cordial glasses by renowned fine quality luxury glassmaker Moser. Exudeing refined elegance, sophist...

A rare large and most impressive rustic midcentury Japanese Ainu hand carved Ussuri Brown Bear sculpture. Indigenous Ainu Peoples, probably Ashikawa, Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, mid-20th century, anonymous artist. This exceptional example of traditional Kibori Kuma (木彫り熊) was finely hand carved, chiseled, sculpted and painted from a massive block of solid Japanese hardwood, using old primitive techniques with customized knives and chisels, the artisan would sit on the hut floor, using their feet as a vice to hold the block of wood, carefully manipulating and turning, wood chips flying, skillfully carving to create this beautiful piece of art! This massive scale realistic rendering showcases the artisan's exemplary skills, workmanship, and artistry, the bears aggressive naturalistic appearance comes to life, evoking power, strength, and natural bounty, lending to its fierce dramatic presence. Modeled as a wild Ussuri brown bear standing on four legs, head slightly tilted up as if about to expel a ferocious roaring growl, having inset black glass eyes, mouth agape with jagged teeth exposed, the bold muscular body with distinct richly textured chip-carved fur, this sculpture captures the essence of Ainu reverence for nature, this sacred animal, and their deep connection to the land. No apparent signatures, typical of folk art work. - DIMENSIONS: (approx) 19.5" Wide x 11.375" Tall x 13.25" Deep; Wight: 18.75lbs - HISTORY / BACKGROUND: The Ainu are an aboriginal hunter/gatherer/fisher people who once inhabited many of the islands that bound the southern half of the Sea of Okhotsk north of the main Japanese island of Honshu and Southern Russia. Their land was contested by the Japanese Empire and the USSR for centuries, with the Meiji era Japan colonisation of Hokkaido taking place in the 19th century. Colonisation dispossessed the native Ainu people of their lands and property. Widespread discrimination enforced against them, including their forced relocation into mountain areas and the prohibition of the use of the Ainu language decimated their economy with the eventual aim of the extinction of Ainu culture and its replacement by Yamato Japanese culture. The history of the Ainu bear...