Massive Vienna Bronze Double Devil Figure Match Holder with Tray

This is a rare whimsical Devil figure wall hanging match holder. The winged devil is holding a large vase in front of his chest. The vase can be used to store matches. His long stret...

Art Nouveau lady figure bronze letter opener Here is a Art Nouveau bronze letter opener. Front of handle depicts a Nouvea Woman Dis...

Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Bronze Elephant Automaton Music Bracket Clock A truly magnificent Chinese Guangzhou studio automaton clock , large triple deck body supported on the back of four elephants , extremely ornate bronze case, floral relief, paste-set around the automaton windows and dial, ormolu bronze case, automaton glass waterfall and swimming ducks on the front and both sides, music plays hourly, palm trees on each corners spins as part of the automaton as well. Case: heavy bronze with ormolu gold gilt with large elephants Dial: porcelain dial with Roman numerals Clock Mechanism: 8 day mechanical movement with quarter striking, with studio mark Automaton: plays hourly, 3 large windows on the low deck showing spinning twisted glass tube to imitate waterfall, horizontal glass tubes made to look like river with animating ducks, very impression automaton, palm trees on the corners of upper decks rapidly spin as part of the automaton, 2 ribbons spinning on the center of top double gourd. Music box playing to accompany the automaton, making it a treat for both eyes and ears. Condition: clock is currently cleaned and in proper working order, automaton and music are playing properly as well, however, a professional adjustment is highly recommended after delivery. Literature: From the time the first clocks were brought to China from Europe around 1582, the Chinese Emperors were fascinated with European mechanical clockworks. As objects of curiosity and items of luxury, these early clocks incorporated mechanisms including music and animated figures. European clocks were called "zimingzhong' or "self-sounding bells...

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock An important, exhibition quality ormolu bronze bracket clock of massive proportions, the case decorated in Champlevé enamels and a variety of cast decorative elements that include a large urn and four full columns topped by acanthus buds, ladies faces on all four columns, egg and dart trim, four large detailed paw feet. The arched door with beveled glass opens to the clock face topped by an iridescent bird automaton within a painted diorama framed...

A gorgeous Art Deco period bronze match box holder featuring symbols of the Zodiac By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 4...

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze ashtray with match box holder. By Heintz Art Metal Shop USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 4.25"W x 3....

This exquisite French enamel and bronze inkwell and match holder set, adorned with hand-painted figures, is a stunning piece of functional art. Perfect for collectors or anyone looki...

A gorgeous antique gilt bronze Neoclassical or Adam style match box holder By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 6"W x 2.75"D x ...