Magnificent Gilt Bronze Ring Holder, Period: Art Deco, Marie-Antoinette Effigy

Exceptional old box in heavy and precious wood the Huanghuali. Carved and openwork, its essence of wood comes from the north of Vietnam, it presents a richness in the lush and volatile decorations or vegetation are put in high relief on all sides with an exceptional quality of execution. Inside, there are two compartments enhanced by a small shelf with six separate compartments allowing the storage of jewelry or any other precious object. Period: 20th century - Art Deco Measures: L: 30 x W: 20 x D: 10cm he Chinese term huanghuali literally means "pear wood with yellow flowers". It is part of the rosewood family and is botanically classified as "Dalbergia odorifera". In pre-modern times, the wood was known as huali or hualu. The modifier huang (yellowish brown) was added in the early 20th century to describe old huali wood...

Magnificent Chinese snuffbox, covered in painted glass inside, with floral motifs as well as the representation of a couple of pheasants evolving in lush and colorful vegetation. ...

Elegant little snuff box or pocket snuffbox, made of Ambony burl with mother of pearl and ebony inlay. Period : 19th century Dimensions : Height : 5cm x Length : 11cm x Width : ...

A delightful set of three bronze altar candlesticks. Originally, candlesticks usually stood on three legs, topped with a knot and a wick to hold the wax. In the centre of this cup is a spike on which the candle is placed. The candles on top are made of wax, white for festivals, yellow for funeral services or times of penitence.  In accordance with traditional practice, the candlesticks are placed on the altar itself or on a tier that is itself placed on the altar. They are framed by a cross which, if possible, matches them.  Period : 19th Century Dimensions : Pair: Height: 47.5cm - Width of base: 14.5cm - Diameter of bobèche: 12.5cm Dimensions : Height : 49cm - Base width : 16cm - Wick diameter : 13cm According to custom, the number of candlesticks is two, four or six, depending on the degree of solemnity of the celebrations.  A seventh candle is required when the diocesan bishop celebrates a stationary (pontifical) Mass, and even more so when the Pope is Bishop of Rome.  The sacred light is first and foremost a symbol of joy and, in ancient times, a sign of respect and honour.  Candles should be made of beeswax. Derived from the juice of flowers, the wax represents the flesh of Christ formed from the virginal body of Mary, flesh that will be consumed for us. When lit, the candle has multiple meanings.  First of all, it represents Jesus, the light without which we grope in broad daylight. The flame is the sign of Christ's divinity.  It also symbolises faith in these mysteries. White candles, made of purified wax, are symbols of joy and gladness, while yellow candles...

Magnificent and large clock, very decorative, very unusual at the time. It is composed of gilded bronze with mercury and patinated bronze. It reveals a sublime war scene with the figure of two knights, one of whom is wounded and Pierre Terrail, Lord of Bayard, the fearless and blameless knight, valiantly supporting and defending his comrade in the face of enemies. Period: Restoration - Circa: 1820. Style: Troubadour, Middle Ages - Provenance: France. Dimensions: Height: 53cm x Width: 37cm x Depth: 14cm. Completely revised by a professional watchmaker - Original movement without modification, silk thread suspensions, hour and half hour strike on an old bell...

Rare and very elegant pair of silver bronze bookends entitled: "Pierrots". (Max Le Verrier commercial catalogue, 1925, N° 466 Page 18, for the same model). These perfectly symmetrical figures are enhanced by a "Portor" marble base. Portor is a very rare marble that has been used in Italy and Corsica since Antiquity.  It is characterised by a dark black colour with a very yellow vein, a sort of golden sinuosity.  It seems that it owes its name to the town of Porto Venere on the coast of Genoa, where Louis XIV had the quarries exploited for the decoration of Versailles.  This marble was widely used in the 17th, 18th and 20th centuries, particularly for Art Deco creations, on beautiful furniture, objets d'art and fireplaces.   Description Period: Art Deco  Circa: 1930 Dimensions : Total height : 20,5cm                        Bronze height : 17,5cm                       Base dimensions : Height : 3cm x Width : 9cm x Depth : 6,5cm Signature : M. Le Verrier In 1926, Louis Octave Maxime Le Verrier (publisher and founder) opened his own foundry, founding pieces for a wide range of French sculptors of the time, including Pierre Le Faguays, Marcel Bouraine, Janle, Denis and Charles...

France, circa 1930 An fine early twentieth century Art Deco Lapis Lazuli casket with the interior lined in black slate, a Marshall trophy to the top and gilt bronze mounts, all supp...

Chased and gilt bronze box, Napoleon III period. Chased and gilt bronze box with a nice enamel plaque, green velvet interior, with its original key, Napoleon III period, 19th Centur...

A beautiful antique Art Deco period jewelry box, styled by Jacques Kreisler, circa early-20th Century, New York, New York. Box is an aubergine ...

Bronze and slag glass Tiffany jewelry box. Art Deco period. United States, circa 1900. Signed at the back "Tiffany Studios 823".

Bronze and slag glass Tiffany jewelry box. Art Deco period. United States circa 1900. Signed in the back "Tiffany Studios New York 821".

Bronze and slag glass Tiffany jewelry box. Art Deco period. United States, circa 1900. Signed in the back "Tiffany Studios New York 823".