Decorative Objects

Vintage Kaiser vase made of high quality, high temperature, durable porcelain that is hand painted and glazed. It can be used as a storage jar, a vase for flowers or to display flow...

Very decorative vase from the early art deco period, made in France. This object has a shape that looks like the ancient Greek amphorae, but has a four-pass stand to ensure stabili...

Brutalist wall sculpture designed and manufactured by the Danish artist Henrik Horst, circa 1970s as a wave in danish mid-century modern design. Patinated metal construction mounted on a frame of wood. unique wall art...

AMBIANIC presents 1970s Mexican Brutalism rare custom console table desk. Work of art. base features solid Iron metal sculpture by Jaime Artigas. St...

A pair of black and white animal sculptures by Archimede Seguso (1909-1999) Italy made circa 1970 comprising of two large ducks, in solid opaque...

Bruno Gambone Italian ceramic bottle-shaped vessels with chalk-white surface with a black and blue green drip glazed motif (circa 1970s). With a modern rectangular base and lean, el...

Abraham Palatnik Lucite owl Sculpture Figure Acrylic MCM. Good used condition overall, but please look at the photos for a more accurate description.

We offer this petite toucan sculpture signed by Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, circa 1970 made in metal and tropical wood with fantastic patina.  

Vintage snow owl figure 2475 by Bing & Grøndahl later Royal Copenhagen in Denmark. It's made of porcelain with white and brown glaze by Danish artist K. Otto...

Festivo candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. One of the glasses glued see last two pictures. Glass with bubbles.

Art Nouveau Signed WMF Pitcher Brass and Copper with Handle and Organic Details Hand-hammered out of one piece of copper. Brass handle with Organic style details With original Pati...

Beautiful large Italian desgn vase in the style of Barovier. Art glass with particular engraved processing.

Rectangular box in solid brass embellished with decorative engravings and lacquered black wood. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Total weight of 3.3 kg.

Abstract steel sculpture, in the form of a helmet; from the estate of the artist June Barrington-Ward (1922-2002) and attributed to her. England 1970s. Unsigned. Good original condi...

- rare types and color - very practical

A fun and colored single-flower modern vase by Swedish glass master Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, limited Edition n.48on 75. Etched with the artist's signature and details under the...

Rectangular table box with concave corners in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on fine hand engraving of a landscape with ruins. Contemporary modern...

Square box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè also on the sides. In the center, a beautiful hand painted tempera miniature on a vegetable ivory plate depicting the portrait of a 19th century lady, signed by the painter Anna Maria Manfriani. Dimensions cm. 12 x 12 x 2.5. Weight gr. 618. Designed by Franco Salimbeni in 1976 and manufactured in Florence in some specimens with various subjects and different colors, in the headquarters of the Salimbeni Company with completely manual execution by artisan artists with thick slab and large reinforcements suitable for withstanding numerous enamelled firings at about 800° C. Miniature is a very ancient technique which consists of painting works in small proportions. It was born for the decoration of the first letter of the paragraph of the books. Over the years, however, this technique is refined and enriched, then moving on to precious personal items. Hand painted miniatures can be done with multiple different techniques. The most important that we use on our articles are of three kinds: 1) Fire enamel. 2) Water tempera on an ivory plate. 3) Painted on mother-of-pearl. Fire enameled miniatures: On a first layer of enamel generally white or very clear or even transparent suitably liquefied at a temperature of about 750 ° C, the chosen subject is painted using miniature colors which are as many colored crystals, ground and reduced to a very fine, almost impalpable powder washed and purified in distilled water with the addition of small quantities of deoxidizing acids which, diluted with essential oils (usually essential oil of solder), can be mixed to form a palette of colors. With very fine sable hair brushes you draw the subject starting from the perimeter and then gradually adding various layers of color. It is necessary to carry out various firings very often so that the colors harden and are not absorbed by the underlying glaze as, during the subsequent firings at 750 ° C, during liquefaction, it would spread irremediably. Hence the need to form the painting a little at a time, cooking it numerous times. Therefore it is necessary to proceed with numerous retouching, often overlapping different colors that only the painter's experience knows. A beautiful miniature needs from 20 to over 50 firings and is finished when the painter deems he does not have to further intervene. Some colors must have darker tones than others because then, by superimposing the transparent enamel placed at the end of the miniature, they fade. This transparent layer, called “fondant” in jargon, must be smoothed and polished like all other translucent enamel colors. The miniatures with water tempera colors are painted on real ivory...

This wall clock was produced by Strela in former Soviet Union during the 1970s.It features a white bakelite frame, an iron dial and a clear glass cover. The piece has been converted ...

Sculpture in the shape of a snail in gilded bronze and glass paste signature LOHE Yves born in 1947, good condition, Circa 1970/80 Width: 19 cm Length: 19 cm Height: 8 cm

Set of 3 wonderful stoneware vessels handmade by Danish ceramics artist Bente Hansen at her own studio in the 1970s. Each can be used as a stand alone vase, but they can also be arra...

Explore the timeless allure of the Bertoncello Vintage Ceramic Vase, a captivating piece of Italian artistry from the 1970s. Crafted in Schiavon, Vicenza, this small yet striking vase showcases Bertoncello’s signature style, blending organic forms with a serene sage green hue and delicate gradients that evoke the subtle beauty of nature. This irregular-shaped vase is a testament to Bertoncello’s innovative approach to ceramics. Each curve and contour is thoughtfully designed, creating a unique silhouette that stands out in any collection. The soft sage green glaze, complemented by gentle tonal variations, adds depth and character, making this vase not only a functional object but also a work of art. Measuring 13 cm x 13 cm with a height of 9 cm, this vase is ideally sized to fit effortlessly into various settings. Whether as a centerpiece on a dining table, an accent on a shelf, or part of a curated display of vintage decorative objects, its presence adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space. Bearing its original label, this Giovanni Bertoncello vase...

Conic solid wood sculpture Salmistraro label, Italy, 1970s Measures: Height 60 cm 22 cm Diameter. Conditions: excellent.

Green Murano glass vase by Salviati, 1970s, Italy. Transparent green Murano glass vase, signed at base. h22 - Diameter 30 cm

We are pleased to offer a pair of exclusive vintage cigarette cases or jewelry boxes, attributed to the renowned Italian artisan Romano Bianchi and crafted in Italy during the 1970s....

Rare and important specimen of white coral mounted on a brass base. Width: 66 cm (26 inches) Height: 50 cm (19.7 inches) Depth: 35 cm (13.8 inches)

A fine, antique Gorham sterling silver and cut-glass handled basket. The glass insert has etched engraving and the basket has embossed and pierced decoration. An excellent example of...

Stoneware zoomorphic vase by Georges Martin. Artist signature on one side. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece. H : 11.4’ x 2.9’ x 9.8’ inches.

Pair of silvered and gilt-metal 'Fleurs des Siècles' flower models by Gorham American, c.1975 Height 12cm, width 14cm, depth 10cm These beautiful de...

René Lalique vase "Sauterelles". Design of grasshoppers on stems highlighted by blue and green patina. France, CIRCA 1912. Felix Marcilhac, "Catalogue raisonne´", ref. N'888. P - 414.

A ceramic set from the 1970s, featuring a beautifully handcrafted vase and bowl. With its clean lines and vibrant colors, this set brings a touch of retro-chic charm to any space. Pe...

François-Emile Decorchemont Pate-de-Verre Glass Mold Of A Female Ladies Face. A rare, large and very heavy sculpture of either a mask or a modeled face. At 3.5 inches thick in glass with a peach, pink or rose color; this statue was exhibited in the Brooklyn Museum, New York in 1971. With much research; I haven’t seen or heard of a similar form by Decorchemont. The original Brooklyn Museum loan sticker is on verso with the Decorchemont stamp on her left cheek. For serious collectors or rare Art Deco, Art Nouveau glass. Circa 1910 Molded Signature DECORCHEMONT Height: 7 Inches (13.3 cm) Width:. 5.2 Inches (16.5cm). AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. François-Emile Décorchemont French, 1880-1997 François Décorchemont, originally an accomplished painter and potter of recognized ability, turned to the making of glass in 1904. Pâté de verre was the medium in which he excelled and for which he is best known. After studying decorative art in Paris, François Décorchemont returned to his native Conches in 1910 to develop new techniques in stained glass, particularly in the use of crystal to give multicolored and faceted panes. After 1909, while continuing to produce fine glass paste pieces, Francois Decorchemont began to experiment with a new casting technique. François Decorchemont, Emile's son and also an artist, helped out in his father’s studio, in particular helping him to research the possibilities of creating jeweled adornments in pates d'email (enamel pastes) for Gerome's polychrome sculptural creations. Francois Décorchemont, a potter and painter at the outset of his career, became fascinated with the IDEA of developing and utilizing a thin translucent glass material in his work. It was in essence the revival and an adaptation of a long forgotten Egyptian glass-making process using colored crystal powdered glass, metallic oxides and an adhesive paste. This "new" material, known as pâte de verre was developed around the turn of the century, principally at the Sevres porcelain factory, by a number of artists working there, notably Henri Cros and Albert Dammouse. The end of the 19th century was an illuminated period in the history of art. Impressionist painting appeared and created an interest in glass as material. Traditional sculpting materials such as bronze and marble made way for glass with its possibilities of light and color. Henry Cros and François Décorchemont became the leaders of French pâte de verre and facilitated the proliferation of this colorful glass. His first major work, in 1934, was inn the Eglise Sainte-Odile near Porte Champerret in Paris, some 300 square meters of brilliant colors. After the war, he devoted his work to churches in the Eure, including of course Beuzeville where, thanks to the generosity of the local council, the church is lit at night so that his work can be admired from outside. During the first half of the 20th century a number of French artists became famous for their work in pâte de verre, and Francois Decorchemont among them. March 2014, 20th Century’s Greatest Art Dealer Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee at Sotheby’s - Chang Yi Entrusts Antoine Leperlier in the Bidding of a Francois Decorchemon's Original. It has been reported that Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee auction at Sotheby’s brought in 33,125 Euros (28,000 RMB), three times the estimated price. Marcilhac is considered the greatest Art Deco dealer...

One-of-a-kind pair of large illuminated sculptures, “Grace and Harmony”, hand-brazed in bronze tones, one with green patina and the other highly textured, with complex tubular elemen...

Large Robert Maxwell & David Cressey planter for Earthgender. Executed in earthenware with a stunning black to brown coloration with glaze. A very clean example of an increasingly ...

Pill Box Yellow floral miniature in Art Nouveau style Sterling Silver Salimbeni.Round pillbox in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent...

Perfectly balanced between two different colours, the sand flows through the sleek glass chambers made using the Incalmo technique, taking on its colour and becoming a part of it. Gr...

"Hsing" vase designed by Ettore Sottsass for Alessio Sarri, Sesto Fiorentino. Black glazed ceramic. Marked: E. Sottsass, A. SARRI.

A large brown and beige hand-painted floor vase, designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s.

Elegant Minimalist chrome pencil organizer excellent vintage condition signed on bottom.        

Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy. Large "Ikano" ceramic vase in retro style. Gray glaze with circle design decorated in silver and gold. 1970s. In excellent condition with a few glaze c...

Limoges, France. Three porcelain vases decorated with 22-karat gold leaf and beautiful royal blue glaze. Scène galante. Approximately 1970. Provenance: From a large French private c...

1970's Italian bust of a horse head with a white glazed finish. The handcrafted stallion has a realist features inspired by the highly stylized details of the Art Deco Era. The strik...

Letter holder or paperweight in travertine marble by the designers Fratelli Mannelli, Italy, 1970s. Weight: 5 kilos.

Aurelio Teno (1927/2013) Owl-shaped sculpture, natural stone and Bronze. Superb sculpture from the 70s by Aurelio Teno, of brutalist inspiration, made from a block of natural quartz,...

European glass artist. Five miniature animals in art glass. Handmade. Approximately from the 1970s. Perfect condition. Turtle: H 1.0 cm. x L 3.0 cm.

Curtis Jere Pom Pom Firework Sculpture in Brass and Marble signed and dated.

A small vase made of sodium glass. Made in Poland in the 20/30s. Very good condition of the vase, no damage. Height 12,5 cm / diameter 8 cm.

Pictorial papago Indian basket from 1910-1920 is in very good condition.

A pine candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.

1970's Mid-Century Modern pottery decorative vase by Rosenthal Netter. in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.

English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911, Joseph Gloster Ltd. Slightly concave rectangular shape case; front, reverse and outside borde...

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Statuette of a naked woman sitting in patinated plaster of Paris; plaster of Paris, is a very resistant material, used since ancient times, it was used by the ancient Egyptians as a binder in the construction of the pyramids and is used in sculpture for its strength, the name is linked to the ancient quarries of Montmartre in Paris; the statue is a work of the famous Belgian sculptor and bronze artist Joseph Zomers which he executed between 1915 and 1920 and whose signature is on the pedestal. The woman is represented posing with ill-concealed malice and shows without reticence her body with a thin erotic veil, the artist has not executed the face precisely to accentuate a mysterious charm; it is a figure of harmonic proportions that takes into greater consideration the erotic connotations, however, a refined and elegant eroticism that presents itself in a courteous manner, subtle and suggestive but at the same time provocative and irreverent; the woman, in her most intimate dimension, as a naked presence, defenseless but seductive, becomes the embodiment of the poetic essence of the artist, the emblematic figure of his aesthetics. It is an object in perfect Art Nouveau style (Jugendstil), in fact, many artists of this current used eroticism as their work, portraying women as ethereal and fatal beings, letting themselves be inspired by "le beau sexe" thanks to their naked forms, soft and seductive. Joseph Zomers was born in Liege in Belgium in 1895 and died in 1928; he studied art in Maredsous (Belgium), many of his works are permanently exhibited at the Musèe de Liège; Zomers is well known for his public monument "Tchantchès" in Liege. This great work in stone and bronze is located in the Otremeuse district in Rue Pont-Saint-Nicolas; designed by Joseph Zomers, the statue represents a "hiercheuse", the name was given to the women who pulled the carts in the mine, a tribute to those valiant young people vilified and victims of the exploitation of women's labor, the woman holds aloft the puppet of Tchantchès. Tchantchès is the name given to a puppet that appeared in Liège in the 19th century. The popular character, Tchantchès became over time the archetype of the goodman of Liege, witty and good-natured, wise and subtle, quick to find resolutions and fertile in resources, when he is depressed, he recovers with a joke that reveals the popular Walloon citizen, mocking and sentimental. It was therefore fitting to erect a monument to these two popular and significant symbols of the proud city...

A hand-painted Rosenthal porcelain vase designed by Wolf Bauer, the Studio-Linie line, Germany, 1970s-1980s. The white porcelain vase is in a cylindrical form and is adorned with br...

Round Baroque scalloped tray in solid brass 1970s Italian design. Scalloped bowl of great executive quality, elegant and refined in its form.

A marvelous combination of whimsy and sensuosity, Ferdinand Liebermann's depiction of a nude youth holding forth with a stork, symbol of wisdom, was first c...

Luxurious red coral box from Maitland-Smith. This beautiful box crafted of authentic red coral tiles is luxurious and glamorous. Each of the pieces that ...

Italian Mid-Century Modern alexandrite vase attributed to Sergio Asti, 1970s Alexandrite vase attributed to Sergio Asti, the vase is composed of an up...

This Vintage wooden box possibly oak is perfect for trinkets or Jewelry. It has slidable and removable compartments. This Piece has nice patina and character. Vintage Condition as p...