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English Porphyry Clock by Ellicott
By John Ellicott II
Located in New Orleans, LA
A case of exquisite porphyry and doré bronze houses the verge movement of this rare clock by eminent English clock and watch maker John Ellicott. Ellicott's...
Category
Antique 19th Century English George III Mantel Clocks
Materials
Porphyry, Bronze
Reclining Lady Erotic Bronze by Franz Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New Orleans, LA
There is more to this enchanting Belle Époque figure than meets the eye. Crafted of bronze with cold-press enamel, this figure of a young woman lounging...
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Jean-Gabriel Domergue's French Academician Sword
By Odette Domergue
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important and unique sword was presented to the famed French painter Jean-Gabriel Domergue to commemorate the painter's election to the illustrious Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1950. One of the highest honors bestowed on a French artist, the ceremonial induction into the French Academy has been accompanied by the presentation of a sword since the age of Napoléon. Rather than a weapon, the sword became part of the Academician's uniform, and, over time, its design came to represent the interests and aspirations of its recipient. This example was designed entirely by Domergue's wife Odette, a great sculptor in her own right, and thus it represents both a highly personal gift and an important art historical relic.
The design of the sword is simply magnificent. Odette Domergue found her inspiration in antiquity, a theme that is also seen in the neoclassical sculptures that occupy the gardens of the couple's famous home, Villa Fiesole - also known as Villa Domergue - in Cannes. The impressive weapon boasts a solid gold handle that takes the form of a sinuous caryatid, who is nude save for a single swath of drapery. While the female figure recalls the sculpted supports prevalent in ancient Greek architecture, she also calls to mind the subjects for which Domergue was renowned - languorous, slightly risqué women with a seductive air.
Other decorative elements such as fauna, cypresses, and grotesque heads enhance the whimsy and imagination of the incredible neoclassical design. Furthermore, the scabbard that contains the finely etched blade is also an impeccable work of art. Crafted of black Moroccan leather in imitation of the snake skin, it displays intricately engraved foliage patterns with a lion's head and Domergue's coat of arms.
Though imagined by his wife, the sword was expertly chiseled by the celebrated goldsmith R. Delsinne and assembled by the atelier of the famed sculptor and medalist Raymond Delamarre...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Victorian Parcel-Gilt Vase by D & C Houle
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Victorian parcel-gilt silver vase by Daniel and Charles Houle depicts scenes from the Greek fable the Judgment of Paris, in which Trojan youth Paris chooses Aphrodite as the fairest goddess resulting in a tragic consequence, the Trojan War. Appropriately crafted in the shape of a Greek Amphora, this vase’s intricately engraved figures Stand out against the soft gold background, while Classical Greek accents, such as a large anthemion and Greek key and rolling wave border...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Vases
Materials
Silver
19th Century Silver Gilt French Wine Trolley
By Tetard Freres
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional silver gilt wine trolley from Tétard Frères of Paris is perfect for displaying that prized vintage. Wine lovers are sure to treasure this unique piece that conveni...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Other Barware
Materials
Silver
Regency-Style Mahogany Leather-Topped Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted of rich mahogany, this library table displays all of the sophistication Regency-era furnishings are known for. This table features a straightforward design with beautifully c...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Agate and Silver Tazzas by Jules Wiese
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning pair of silver and agate tazzas by prominent Parisian goldsmith and jeweler Jules Wiese exhibits a classical elegance. The warm beauty of the...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Vases
Materials
Agate, Silver
$9,850 / set
Wedgwood Tri-Color Teapot
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming Wedgwood teapot is crafted of tri-color jasperware, one of the firm’s rarest creations. The teapot’s classic form displays beautifully ap...
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Regency Era Set of Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome set of 12 Regency period dining chairs is and exceptional example of Regency furniture in both construction and design. The chairs are crafted of rich mahogany and are ...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
$38,500 / set
French Provincial Double Door Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
This majestic French walnut armoire is a stunning example of the Provincial style. Standing nearly nine feet high, this rare armoire featuring splendid rocaille carvings above its do...
Category
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Boy Fishing Terracotta Statue by Goldscheider
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional and monumental antique terracotta sculpture was crafted at Vienna’s renowned Goldscheider manufactory. This enchanting sculpture, model #1225, depicts a charming genre scene of a young boy...
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Multi-Color Sapphire Bracelet, 48.45 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Displaying a vibrant garden bursting with the color possibilities of sapphire, this remarkable bracelet showcases a dazzling composition of pear and round shaped fancy sapphires arra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Palladium
Citrine Ring, 50.79 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent cocktail ring showcases the warm brilliance of citrine in a spectacular display of golden hues. The centerpiece displays a high-domed round citrine surrounded by com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dome Rings
Materials
Citrine, Rose Gold, Platinum
$38,500
Multi-Color Sapphire Bypass Ring, 6.35 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Like a vibrant garden in full bloom, this exquisite floral bypass ring bursts with color. Pear shaped sapphires in dazzling hues—orange totaling 1.45 carats, blue totaling 1.40 carat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Amethyst Bracelet, 25.50 Carats
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning 18K yellow gold bracelet with approximately 25.50 carats of royal purple amethysts embodies Louis Comfort Tiffany's revolutionary approach to jewelry. The deep violet h...
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Art Deco Poodle Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming Art Deco poodle brooch captures the playful spirit and sophisticated craftsmanship of the 1920s and 1930s. The contrasting platinum and b...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
$12,850
Victorian Book Chain Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Named for its distinctive flat links that resemble the folded pages of a book, this Victorian book chain necklace is an exquisite example...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Chopard Diamond, Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Watch
By Chopard
Located in New Orleans, LA
A masterpiece of color and craftsmanship, this luxurious Chopard watch dazzles with vibrant gemstones and elegant design. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, it shimmers with 120 round diamo...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Topaz and Sapphire Bracelet
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary hinged bangle bracelet exemplifies Louis Comfort Tiffany's mastery of Byzantine-inspired design and his revolutionary approach to American Art Nouveau jewelry. The...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Bangles
Materials
Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold
Victorian Amethyst Suffragette Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
A powerful symbol of elegance and conviction, this exquisite mid-19th-century pendant is a remarkable example of early suffragette jewelry. Centered by an oval cut amethyst, the jewe...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Untreated Burma Sapphire Ring, 2.25 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Art Deco ring exemplifies the geometric elegance and refined craftsmanship of the era. At its center rests an untreated old mine cushion cut Burma sapphire totaling ...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Platinum
Queen Mary's Natural Pearl and Diamond Pin
Located in New Orleans, LA
Once owned by Queen Mary of England, grandmother of Queen Elizabeth II, this exceptional Belle Époque brooch holds a significant place in the British Crown's royal history. Almost ce...
Category
20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Dice Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
Bold geometry and playful luxury define these exceptional Art Deco-style “dice” earrings. Alternating square step cut rubies and baguette cut diamonds evoke the lucky image of fives ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Giuliano Suffragette Pendant
By Giuliano
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent Renaissance Revival suffragette pendant is a masterpiece by the renowned Giuliano firm. A delicate balance of artistry and meaning, the design centers a fancy cut Ro...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Enamel
$34,500
Mary Tyler Moore's Tiffany & Co. Gold Bracelet by Paloma Picasso
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking Tiffany & Co. 18K gold cuff bracelet once belonged to the iconic Mary Tyler Moore, completing her stunning look at the 2008 Oscars. Its bold design exemplifies the visi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Materials
18k Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Earrings, 19.24 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
These magnificent earrings exemplify the grandeur of antique jewelry design paired with the exceptional craftsmanship of modern execution. Each earring displays a spectacular rose cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belle Époque Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mary Tyler Moore's Diamond Bracelet, 10.05 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunningly classic diamond bracelet was once owned by the iconic Mary Tyler Moore. Shining with more than 150 mixed cut diamonds with G-H color and VS clarity, this bracelet wra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine Pendant Necklace, 40.00 carats
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Art Deco pendant necklace exemplifies Tiffany & Co.'s mastery during the height of the Jazz Age. The centerpiece is a magnificent Brazilian aquamarine of approximate...
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Suffragette Art Nouveau Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning Art Nouveau ring is a wearable piece of history. More than a beautiful array of precious gemstones, this ring would have made a quiet yet powerful statement in support ...
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold
$16,850
Diamond Fleur-de-lis Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent diamond brooch takes the form of a fleur-de-lis, a symbol traditionally associated with the French monarchy and the city of New Orleans. The timeless motif is render...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$28,500
Retro Diamond Flame Earrings, 4.50 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
These stunning retro earrings feature a unique flame design that evokes the movement of fire. Crafted in 18K gold, the swirling designs are adorned with 94 sparkling diamonds, totali...
Category
20th Century Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Color-Change Spinel Ring, 5.97 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Possessing the remarkable ability to change color under different light conditions, the spinel at the center of this ring is an exceptional rarity in the world of colored gemstones. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Spinel, White Gold
Russian 18K Gold, Diamond and Turquoise Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional 18K gold bracelet epitomizes the height of 19th-century Russian craftsmanship. With diamonds, rubies and turquoise inlays, the bracele...
Category
Antique 19th Century Russian Belle Époque Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Diamond Chandelier Earrings, 6.35 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
These stunning chandelier earrings showcase an exquisite cascade of 218 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 6.35 carats. The diamonds, graded G-H for color and SI for clarity, fall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Patek Philippe Platinum Pendant Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
This distinguished 1912 Patek Philippe platinum pendant or pocket watch showcases precision timekeeping at its finest. The open-face watch displays a delicate lace-like design on the...
Category
20th Century Swiss Belle Époque Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
Unheated Ceylon Pink Sapphire Ring, 5.02 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinarily vibrant 5.02-carat Ceylon pink sapphire represents one of nature's rarest achievements. While almost all pink sapphires are heated to enhance their saturation, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$98,500 / set
Diamond Butterfly Brooch, 3.14 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite butterfly brooch showcases exceptional design and craftsmanship. Adorned with approximately 3.14 carats of dazzling diamonds, displaying G-H color and VS1-SI1 clarity,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Multi-Shape Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 4.98 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning multi-shape diamond tennis bracelet features twenty-three diamonds of varying cuts – marquise, pear, emerald and oval. Totaling 4.98 carats, the brilliant array of diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Extraterrestrial Peridot Ring, 1.59 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Truly out of this world, this extraordinary ring displays a trio of extraterrestrial peridots—gems formed in space and recovered from a pallasite, a type of stony-iron meteorite. Tot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
Hellenistic Jade Intaglio Ring with Aphrodite
Located in New Orleans, LA
A remarkable artifact of classical antiquity, this Hellenistic ring displays a finely carved intaglio in the likeness of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. Rendered in ...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Fashion Rings
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Thirty-nine lustrous Tahitian pearls measuring between 10.5mm and 14mm bring classic elegance to this necklace. Pearls such as these that hail from the warm waters of the South Pacif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Materials
South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Simple yet sophisticated, this lovely bracelet radiates with 24 channel-set rubies, weighing 8.27 carats. Set in classic platinum, the rubies are joined by 24 diamonds totaling 2.00 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sapphire Ring, 2.93 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Displaying a beautiful pale blue hue, the 2.93-carat brilliant-cut sapphire at the center of this ring is certified by the Gemological Institute of America as completely untreated. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
$12,850
Ruby Stud Earrings, 2.14 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Brimming with classic elegance, this remarkable pair of stud earrings features two radiant red rubies totaling 2.14 carats. The coveted sanguine stones are further enhanced by halos ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Lambert Brothers Art Deco Citrine Ring, 23.35 Carats
By Lambert Brothers
Located in New Orleans, LA
Radiating with bold Art Deco glamour, this exceptional ring by Lambert Brothers displays a vibrant 23.35-carat emerald cut citrine. Its rich honey-cognac hue reflects light with rema...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Hair Comb by Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in New Orleans, LA
Alexander Calder
1898-1976 American
Hair Comb
Brass wire
This exceptional brass wire hair comb by Alexander Calder exemplifies the artist's revolutionary approach to sculptural f...
Category
20th Century American Retro Vanity Items
Materials
Brass
Patek Philippe Art Deco Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
A refined expression of Art Deco horological elegance, this Patek Philippe wristwatch was crafted for the luxury American retailer Shreve, Crump & Low. The sleek platinum case is ado...
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Layered Triangle Diamond Earrings, 1.75 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
These exquisite earrings feature a classic design of round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.75 carats. The pavé set diamonds, characterized by their G color and VS cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This bold Retro bracelet exemplifies the sophisticated design of mid-century jewelry. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it showcases a unique alternating pattern of three ...
Category
20th Century Retro Bangles
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. and C.H. Meylan Art Deco Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dazzling testament to Art Deco elegance and horological mastery, this exquisite Tiffany & Co. wristwatch with a movement by C.H. Meylan is a union of design brilliance and technica...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari Parentesi Sapphire and Diamond Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This elegant Bulgari Parentesi wristwatch exemplifies the brand's mastery in blending high jewelry with precision timekeeping, showcasing 3.36 carats of diamonds and 3.05 carats of s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Labradorite and Diamond Stork Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisitely crafted brooch celebrates the elegance of the stork. The Italian-made design skillfully combines the iridescent shimmer of labradorite with vibrant red enamel and sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Labradorite, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ceylon Sapphire Ring, 9.50 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Art Deco period ring showcases a 9.50-carat Ceylon blue sapphire, celebrated for its deep, velvety blue hue, which is further accentuated by the absence of heat treatm...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Rose Gold Flower Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary necklace features a delightful floral motif crafted with exquisite detail in 18K rose gold. The charming design alternates larger and smaller flowers, with the cen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
$19,750
Patek Philippe Art Deco Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
A masterpiece of Art Deco design, this Patek Philippe wristwatch showcases the era's signature geometric style with horological precision. The finely crafted platinum case is adorned...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
First Empire Napoleonic Portrait Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Extraordinarily rare and steeped in imperial symbolism, this First Empire sautoir captures the grandeur of Napoleon Bonaparte's reign. Crafted in rose gold, the articulated necklace ...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Rose Gold
Retro Rose and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking Retro bracelet embodies the bold and sophisticated aesthetic of mid-century jewelry. It features an alternating pattern of four 14K rose gold links followed by three 14...
Category
20th Century Retro Link Bracelets
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Target Ring, 2.60 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A striking example of Art Deco design, this exquisite target ring showcases a dazzling Old European cut diamond weighing 2.60 carats. A report from LGEML Gemological Laboratory accom...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Ronde Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegance and timeless design define this classic Cartier Ronde wristwatch. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, the polished round case houses a white dial adorned with Roman numerals a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Untreated Purplish Pink Sapphire Ring, 3.24 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vivid and completely untreated, this extraordinary ring showcases a 3.24-carat purplish pink sapphire, which displays remarkable saturation and brilliance. Accompanied by a GIA repor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
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