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Period: Late 19th Century
Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials
Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials

Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Italian neoclassical style urns in relief that can either stand on their own or hang from the wall as decorative elements. Quite handsome, with acanthus leaf decoration and f...

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Italian Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Plaster

Late 19th Century Hand Painted Italian Architectural Accent
Late 19th Century Hand Painted Italian Architectural Accent

Late 19th Century Hand Painted Italian Architectural Accent

Located in Round Top, TX

Original hand-painted and carved Italian wooden architectural wall panel or decorative door accent featuring an armorial cartouche with crowned lion and floral motifs. Colors of burn...

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Italian Baroque Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Italian Walnut Memento Mori Carving with Skull & Nude Men
19th Century Italian Walnut Memento Mori Carving with Skull & Nude Men

19th Century Italian Walnut Memento Mori Carving with Skull & Nude Men

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Italian Memento Mori walnut carving showing two naked reclining young men, one with his hand resting on a human skull on a post. The figure on the reverse also rested hi...

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Italian Baroque Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Walnut

Rare set of ten 19th Century Painted Organ Facade Pipes
Rare set of ten 19th Century Painted Organ Facade Pipes

Rare set of ten 19th Century Painted Organ Facade Pipes

Located in Hastings, GB

An exceptional and highly decorative collection of 10 antique church organ facade pipes, dating from the late 19th century. This striking set reta...

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English Gothic Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

An exceptional period pair of Arts & Crafts hand hammered & wrought iron gates
An exceptional period pair of Arts & Crafts hand hammered & wrought iron gates

An exceptional period pair of Arts & Crafts hand hammered & wrought iron gates

By Charles Robert Ashbee

Located in London, GB

An exceptional pair of Arts and Crafts hand-hammered and hand-wrought iron gates with scrolling floral decoration to the top with some of the widest tight scroll work decoration I ha...

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English Arts and Crafts Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Antique Stained Glass Window with Hand Painted Center, Jewels
Late 19th Century Antique Stained Glass Window with Hand Painted Center, Jewels

Late 19th Century Antique Stained Glass Window with Hand Painted Center, Jewels

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 19th century Victorian Stained glass window with a hand painted center panel of a small bird seeing its reflection in a frozen birdbath, the detail is simply amazing. The brilli...

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American Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Collection of 12 French Barricade Balustrades and Chain
Collection of 12 French Barricade Balustrades and Chain

Collection of 12 French Barricade Balustrades and Chain

Located in Sheffield, MA

The collection of 12 19th century stone markers made of stone and come in different styles. Six have hooks for attaching the chain. Perfect to use as post...

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French Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Iron

Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods
Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods

Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods

Located in Hanover, MA

Sculptural pair of American lightning rods dating from the 1870's. They still maintain their original copper skin on its wrought iron twist rod staff wh...

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American Country Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Antique English Sterling Silver Brick Layers Trowel Bone Handle Martin Hall 1877
Antique English Sterling Silver Brick Layers Trowel Bone Handle Martin Hall 1877

Antique English Sterling Silver Brick Layers Trowel Bone Handle Martin Hall 1877

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning Example of a Traditional Brick Layers Heavy Duty Sterling Silver Trowel of unusually large size, complete with its original hand carved bone handle. Last quarter of the Nine...

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British Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Sterling Silver

M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Pair of Arts & Crafts Sliding Doors
M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Pair of Arts & Crafts Sliding Doors

M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Pair of Arts & Crafts Sliding Doors

By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott

Located in London, GB

M. H. Baillie Scott, attributed An exceptional pair of Arts and Crafts exterior sliding doors, forming part of a larger architectural set by attribution to M. H. Baillie Scott. A s...

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English Arts and Crafts Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Late 19th-Century Italian Gilt Fragment Architectural Sculpture
Late 19th-Century Italian Gilt Fragment Architectural Sculpture

Late 19th-Century Italian Gilt Fragment Architectural Sculpture

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large Italian Gilded Wood Rococo Fragment or Sculpture. Beautiful Rococo design constructed in gilt as well as silver leaf wood and ornamented intricate scroll motifs throughout. Thi...

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Italian Rococo Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns
Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns

Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns

Located in Leesburg, VA

Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns Anonymous 19th century; Belgium or Netherlands Wood Approximate size: 41.75 (h) x 11.75 (w) x 11.75 (d) in. An exceptional pair of tall and intricate hand carved vintage wooden 19th century church columns...

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Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

19th C. Victorian Aesthetic  Movement Cast Iron Widows Walk Fence Garden Element
19th C. Victorian Aesthetic  Movement Cast Iron Widows Walk Fence Garden Element

19th C. Victorian Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Widows Walk Fence Garden Element

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in New York, NY

Unusually long Victorian Widows Walk fence fragment, made in the USA, circa 1880’s, constructed of cast iron. Perfect to repurpose as a decorative garden ...

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American Aesthetic Movement Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian
Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian

Antique Patent Safe, English Cast Iron Lock Box, Milners of Liverpool, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a heavy antique Patent fireproof safe. An English, cast iron lock box by Milners of Liverpool, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Superb example of Milners’ renowned 212 Patent fireproof model Exceptionally robust cast iron construction with fire-resistant lining Distinctive deep green exterior finish with appealing aged patina Striking relief medallion to fascia, bearing Milners of Liverpool maker’s mark Secondary lid plaque features coat of arms motif and engraved details Lid opens smoothly and remains upright via hinged internal stays Attractive bright green interior offers pleasing contrast and practical storage Fascia hosting a lock escutcheon — in working order, key present Equipped with stout carry handles to each side for two-person lift Ideal as a unique statement piece for office, hallway, or retail interior This antique Milners safe...

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British Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Victorian Bird House
Victorian Bird House

Victorian Bird House

Located in New York, NY

A large five foot high late 19th century bird house with gabled roof and many open doorways. No backpiece.

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European Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Antique French Corinthian Capital, Hand-Carved Wood with Gold Leaf
Antique French Corinthian Capital, Hand-Carved Wood with Gold Leaf

Antique French Corinthian Capital, Hand-Carved Wood with Gold Leaf

Located in Austin, TX

Corinthian Capital, French, of finely hand carved wood finished with 24 carats gold leafing. The architectural element which can serve as a side table features a hand carved décor o...

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French Classical Greek Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Gold Leaf

English Arts & Crafts Oak Fire Surround with Flaring Cornice & Floral Carving
English Arts & Crafts Oak Fire Surround with Flaring Cornice & Floral Carving

English Arts & Crafts Oak Fire Surround with Flaring Cornice & Floral Carving

By Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

A good Arts & Crafts oak fire surround with a flaring cornice and three central shaped supports flanked by stylized floral carvings to the tops with a central beveled mirror, curved ...

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English Arts and Crafts Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Set of Six Antique 19th Century Hand Painted Minton Earthenware Ceramic Tiles
Set of Six Antique 19th Century Hand Painted Minton Earthenware Ceramic Tiles

Set of Six Antique 19th Century Hand Painted Minton Earthenware Ceramic Tiles

By Minton

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

A set of six (one bonus tile thrown in of a double but in bad condition) Victorian hand painted Minton China Works in Stoke-upon-Trent, England, English tiles designed by John Moyr Smith...

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English Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration
Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration

Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration

Located in London, GB

George Smith and Co. The Sun Foundry, Glasgow, attributed. A Gothic Revival cast iron gate with both side railings in the style of Dr C Dresser with all-over Geometric decoration. Re...

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English Gothic Revival Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Victorian Stick and Ball Partition Panel With Gate, Late 19th Century
Victorian Stick and Ball Partition Panel With Gate, Late 19th Century

Victorian Stick and Ball Partition Panel With Gate, Late 19th Century

Located in Raymondville, TX

This stunning antique Victorian stick and ball panel is an architectural salvage from a bank where it was used as a teller's partition screen and gate. It is constructed of solid wood (likely mahogany) and made sometime in the late 19th century or early 20th. It could be repurposed in a number of ways making it a versatile historic architectural piece. Please note that the panel alone is not stable and is somewhat delicate, as it was originally attached to a ceiling at the top and bank counter...

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American Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Mahogany

French Carved Giltwood Ornament With Winged Angel Head circa 1880-1900
French Carved Giltwood Ornament With Winged Angel Head circa 1880-1900

French Carved Giltwood Ornament With Winged Angel Head circa 1880-1900

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful handcarved giltwood winged angel ornament. France circa 1900 Weathered weathered.H:38cm W:44cm D:12cm

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French Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Blue and White Statuary Marble Antique Fireplace Surround
Blue and White Statuary Marble Antique Fireplace Surround

Blue and White Statuary Marble Antique Fireplace Surround

Located in Beervelde, BE

This amazing, one of a kind fireplace mantel, surround is in perfect condition; it was made by special order for a Parisian salon (France). It is crafted from white statuary marble w...

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French Other Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Statuary Marble

English 19th Century Pair of Cast Stone Acorn Finials
English 19th Century Pair of Cast Stone Acorn Finials

English 19th Century Pair of Cast Stone Acorn Finials

Located in Sunshine, LA

An English pair of 19th century stylized acorn finials in cast stone, displaying a beautifully softened, weathered patina gained over a century of exposure to the elements. Their ele...

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English Palladian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Window in a New Wood Frame
Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Window in a New Wood Frame

Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Window in a New Wood Frame

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful 19th century antique stained glass window with an arch top in a new square wood frame. This window is full of color with a turquoise center...

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American Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

19th Century Carved Neo-Classical Style Carved Wood Capitals Side Tables Pair
19th Century Carved Neo-Classical Style Carved Wood Capitals Side Tables Pair

19th Century Carved Neo-Classical Style Carved Wood Capitals Side Tables Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of large scale neo- classical style 19th century painted capitals or side tables. This continental pair do have some chippiness to the paint. ...

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European Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Antique Cast Iron  Lyre Boot Scraper, English , , Door Scrape, Regency
Antique Cast Iron  Lyre Boot Scraper, English , , Door Scrape, Regency

Antique Cast Iron Lyre Boot Scraper, English , , Door Scrape, Regency

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-791 English cast iron lyre boot scraper resting on an oval scalloped edge base late 19th century

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English Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Hand Carved Baroque Oak 'Green Man' Bracket With Gold Paint, 19th Century
Hand Carved Baroque Oak 'Green Man' Bracket With Gold Paint, 19th Century

Hand Carved Baroque Oak 'Green Man' Bracket With Gold Paint, 19th Century

Located in Stamford, CT

Very cool hand carved oak over-door bracket of the Green Man. Beautifully carved with intense gaze and the beard spreading out in leafy tendrils. With what appears to be original gol...

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English Baroque Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Oak

Auguste Rodin Replica L'eternal Printemps 'Eternal Springtime', 1884
Auguste Rodin Replica L'eternal Printemps 'Eternal Springtime', 1884

Auguste Rodin Replica L'eternal Printemps 'Eternal Springtime', 1884

By Auguste Rodin

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a bronze statue Auguste Rodin Eternal Springtime reproduction. It is based on the couple, Paolo and Francesca, the passionate lovers from the fifth canto of Dante's Inferno. ...

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Romantic Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Antique Townhouse Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron, Shoe Pull, Late Victorian
Antique Townhouse Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron, Shoe Pull, Late Victorian

Antique Townhouse Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron, Shoe Pull, Late Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique townhouse boot scraper. An English, cast iron shoe pull, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. A delightfully ornate and weighty entrance piece, offerin...

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British Late Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Fireplace Mantel, Attributed to Valentino Besarel
Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Fireplace Mantel, Attributed to Valentino Besarel

Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Fireplace Mantel, Attributed to Valentino Besarel

Located in Montreal, QC

This extraordinary mantel is superbly carved, firstly with a simple dentil cornice; above a front panel, carved in high-relief with birds, scrolling leaves and tendrils. The jambs ar...

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Italian Renaissance Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Antique Architectural Column Capitals
Pair of Antique Architectural Column Capitals

Pair of Antique Architectural Column Capitals

$1,200Sale Price / set|31% Off

Pair of Antique Architectural Column Capitals

Located in Doylestown, PA

A pair of large glazed terracotta columns capitals reportedly from a New York building, circa 1890.

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American Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Britannia Table, English, Cast Iron, Cedar, Garden, Outdoor, Victorian
Antique Britannia Table, English, Cast Iron, Cedar, Garden, Outdoor, Victorian

Antique Britannia Table, English, Cast Iron, Cedar, Garden, Outdoor, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Britannia table. An English, cast iron and cedar traditional garden table, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Appealing example of a classic table...

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English Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Wall Plaque Zeus Probably a Grand Tour Piece
19th Century Cast Iron Wall Plaque Zeus Probably a Grand Tour Piece

19th Century Cast Iron Wall Plaque Zeus Probably a Grand Tour Piece

Located in Hastings, GB

19th century cast iron wall roundel of Zeus or possibly Dionysus, most likely a grand tour piece made in the likeness of the ancient sculptures. Width 35 cm x Depth 10 cm

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Italian Grand Tour Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Cast Iron

19th C. Terracotta Lion Head Regency Style Building Garden Architectural Element
19th C. Terracotta Lion Head Regency Style Building Garden Architectural Element

19th C. Terracotta Lion Head Regency Style Building Garden Architectural Element

Located in Philadelphia, PA

19th C. Terracotta Lion Head Regency Style Building Garden Architectural Elements. Items are decorated with finely cast lion heads, stylized Fleur-de-lis and scroll work, and beautif...

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Unknown Regency Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

A Pair of French Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Curtain Tiebacks, Late 19th Century
A Pair of French Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Curtain Tiebacks, Late 19th Century

A Pair of French Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Curtain Tiebacks, Late 19th Century

Located in Barntrup, DE

Elegant French Empire–style gilt bronze curtain tiebacks with classical ornament, late 19th century. A refined pair of French Empire Revival curtain tiebacks, finely cast in gilt bro...

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French Empire Revival Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Boiserie Facade and Mantel
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Boiserie Facade and Mantel

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Boiserie Facade and Mantel

Located in Houston, US

Late 19th C. French Louis XVI style carved wood boiserie featuring mantel and mirror with flanking pairs of doors. This set features intricately carved architectural details, inludin...

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French Louis XVI Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Set of Four Qing Dynasty Elmwood Open Fretwork Panels with Delicate Carvings
Set of Four Qing Dynasty Elmwood Open Fretwork Panels with Delicate Carvings

Set of Four Qing Dynasty Elmwood Open Fretwork Panels with Delicate Carvings

Located in Yonkers, NY

A set of four Chinese Qing Dynasty period large carved elm wood interior door panels from the late 19th century, with fretwork design, openwork and figures in landscape scenes carved...

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Chinese Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood, Elm

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Wall Brackets
Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Wall Brackets

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Wall Brackets

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of antique late 19th century Victorian cast iron wall brackets with thickly cast elements, suitable for interior or exterior use. The intricate scrolling foliage design showca...

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English Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal, Iron

Two Pairs of Italian Baroque Push Pull Bronze Door Handles
Two Pairs of Italian Baroque Push Pull Bronze Door Handles

Two Pairs of Italian Baroque Push Pull Bronze Door Handles

Located in London, GB

Two pairs of Italian Baroque style push and pull bronze door handles with elaborate design and original patina. They are most likely made in the late 19th century but almost identica...

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Italian Baroque Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Antique 19th Century Iron Fence Post in Original Paint Surface
Antique 19th Century Iron Fence Post in Original Paint Surface

Antique 19th Century Iron Fence Post in Original Paint Surface

Located in New York, NY

Impressive architectural iron fence post in original old paint finish, constructed of cast and wrought iron. The post features a exterior cage of re...

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American Late Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Important Antique Fireplace Mantle in Stone, Hand Carved Columns, '800 Italy
Important Antique Fireplace Mantle in Stone, Hand Carved Columns, '800 Italy

Important Antique Fireplace Mantle in Stone, Hand Carved Columns, '800 Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Important fireplace, ancient mantle for hearth in stone, richly carved and decorated by hand, columns with classic beam and and pediment with frame, hand-built in the late 19th centu...

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Italian Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Pair of American Mission Pine and Glass Doors
Pair of American Mission Pine and Glass Doors

Pair of American Mission Pine and Glass Doors

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of American Mission stripped pine framed doors with clear and colored leaded glass panels (PRICED AS PAIR). One small green pane is broken on one door, one clear pane is cracke...

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American Mission Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Glass

Pair of Handcrafted Gothic Revival Copper Hinges with Thistle Decoration
Pair of Handcrafted Gothic Revival Copper Hinges with Thistle Decoration

Pair of Handcrafted Gothic Revival Copper Hinges with Thistle Decoration

Located in London, GB

A pair of handcrafted solid copper Gothic Revival hinges with thistle and hand chased decoration.

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Great Britain (UK) Gothic Revival Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper

Late 19th Century Antique Architectural Carved Wood Overdoor Pediment
Late 19th Century Antique Architectural Carved Wood Overdoor Pediment

Late 19th Century Antique Architectural Carved Wood Overdoor Pediment

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 19th century, architectural antique carved wood overdoor pediment. Salvaged from a late 19th century Victorian home in New Haven Ct. The pedimen...

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American Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Antique Heavy Bronze Tower Bell on Oak Yoke, British Colonial, 1880
Antique Heavy Bronze Tower Bell on Oak Yoke, British Colonial, 1880

Antique Heavy Bronze Tower Bell on Oak Yoke, British Colonial, 1880

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Heavy bronze bell, tower bell. This is a very heavy piece it is on an Oak Yoke with iron fixings including a the bracket which holds the rope For the purpose of the pictures and...

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British Colonial Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Antique Red Marble Fireplace
Antique Red Marble Fireplace

Antique Red Marble Fireplace

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Lovely Belgium red marble fireplace mantel. This very elegant mantel has a beautiful shaped and profiled topshelf above a shallow paneled ...

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Belgian Louis XV Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Transom Window New Wood Frame
Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Transom Window New Wood Frame

Late 19th Century Antique Arched Stained Glass Transom Window New Wood Frame

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful antique stained glass arch transom window in a new wood frame. Late 19th century window salvaged from an estate outside Pittsburgh PA. This is a combination window with both stained and beveled glass panels This is one of three stained glass transom windows...

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American Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

19th Century European Hercules Herm Architectural Carving
19th Century European Hercules Herm Architectural Carving

19th Century European Hercules Herm Architectural Carving

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century European Hercules Herm Architectural Carving Hand-carved wood, 42" high × 4" wide × 3.5" deep A finely carved wood architectural fragment in the form of a Herm of Hercules, dating to the 19th century and drawing upon Renaissance and Baroque precedents. The sculpture shows the muscular torso of a mature, bearded male figure with a deeply furrowed brow, curling hair, and a voluminous beard. His body is rendered in tapering herm form, with a draped cloth across the midsection leading into a long rectangular plinth decorated with foliate carving. The herm derives from classical antiquity, where stone posts surmounted by the head or bust of Hermes (and later other gods or heroes) served as boundary markers and architectural supports. During the Renaissance and Neoclassical revivals, this form was adapted into decorative architecture, furniture, and garden ornaments, often featuring heroic or mythological figures such as Hercules to convey strength and guardianship. The stern expression, powerful musculature, and prominent beard allude to Hercules, the archetype of heroic masculinity. Such carvings were often installed as newel posts, pilaster ornaments, or architectural appliqués...

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European Greco Roman Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Hardwood

Monumental Pair of Italian Neoclassical  Marble Columns
Monumental Pair of Italian Neoclassical  Marble Columns

Monumental Pair of Italian Neoclassical Marble Columns

Located in Rome, IT

This outstanding pair of yellow "Breccia di Siena" precious Doric marble columns raised on a white Carrara marble square base with a large molded socle above. Finely carved iconic Io...

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Italian Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Marble

French Art Nouveau Iron Railing with Lily Design
French Art Nouveau Iron Railing with Lily Design

French Art Nouveau Iron Railing with Lily Design

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau rectangular painted iron railing with lily design.

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French Art Nouveau Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Carved Marble Architectural Frieze Sculpture of Caesar
19th Century Italian Carved Marble Architectural Frieze Sculpture of Caesar

19th Century Italian Carved Marble Architectural Frieze Sculpture of Caesar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century Italian carved marble Architectural Frieze Sculpture of Caesar, Of rectangular form the finely carved Carrera Marble 50" x 20" slab w...

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Italian Classical Roman Antique Late 19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Steel