Onyx Decorative Objects

This amazing 12" round bowl is a testament to the beauty of natural stone. Crafted from solid, finest-grade natural onyx, it showcases a captivating interplay of cream, pearl, gold, ...

A Garniture de Cheminée in The Egyptian Manner Constructed in Algerian onyx and ormolu, comprising a large clock and two side pieces; rising f...

An onyx agate bowl in the organic modern style, with a raw exterior and polished smooth interior, in a blue-grey hue. Dimensions: 3" Height x 6" Diameter.

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

Carved from a single block a rare banded onyx this large sculpted egg rests on an electrified pedestal that creates internal light for the egg making it a ...

"Leg Out" by Josef Lorenzl A fabulous early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a naked beauty in an energetic pose, with excellent colour and fine hand finished detail, raised on a shaped onyx & black marble base and signed Lorenzl ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 48 cm Width: 30 cm Depth: 11 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1925 Materials: Bronze and Onyx Book Ref Art Deco and Other Figures by Bryan Catley Page No: 214 SKU: 8716 ABOUT Lorenzl Leg Out Josef Lorenzl, Austrian 1892 ~ 1950 Lorenzl Leg Out – When looking to the designs of the Art Deco period one talented sculptor and ceramist that cannot be ignored is Josef Lorenzl. A master designer, his bronze statuettes and ceramic figural work epitomise the era perfectly. As with Preiss, Chiparus and Colinet the other great sculptors from this period, Lorenzl was inspired by the female form and the new found freedom that women enjoyed, which he executed beautifully both in his bronze and ceramic designs. Pictured right: A Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 – Modelled cast and carved as a young woman adopting a stylish pose, her costume decorated with enamelled flowers, onyx plinth, base signed Lorenzl, dress signed Crejo 10.5/8 in. (27 cm.) high. Sold for £6,250 at Christies, London (Feb 2014). Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 Although very little is known about Lorenzl’s early life we are aware that he was born in Austria in 1892 and was soon to become one of the most talented sculptors of the Art Deco Period. He started by working for a bronze foundry in Vienna Arsenal where he produced stunning Art Deco bronze statuettes. The majority of his works in bronze and ivory were of singular slim female nudes with long legs which conveyed elegance. His preference was for dancing poses which were not only evident in his singular statuettes but also in those attached to marble clocks, lamp bases and bookends. Like his contemporaries Lorenzl work was created in bronze or by using “Chryselephantine”, a Greek word which refers to the combination of various materials such as bronze, ivory, gold and silver. He signed his pieces in various ways sometimes abbreviating his name to ” R Lor”, “Lor” or “Enzl” but on some of the statuettes you will find an additional signature by Crejo. A talented painter who worked alongside Lorenzl, Crejo would paint decoration onto the statuettes such as flowers and these are the figures which bear his signature. Far more desirable with Crejo’s painting these can command a premium at auction. Recently Bonhams sold an example of Lorenzl’s work with Crejo decoration for £10,500 but the pieces created by Lorenzl alone generally fetch in the region of £2,000 – £12,000 depending on the subject matter and size. A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Pictured left: A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Modelled and cast as a crouching nude female figure holding a dial with onyx face, on onyx plinth raised on slate base, apparently unsigned11½ in. (31.7 cm.) high. Sold for £4,700 at Christies, London (Nov 2013). From his designs in bronze and ivory Lorenzl went on to work for the Austrian ceramics company Goldscheider. Again creating stunning sculptures of the female form collector’s are more aware of this period and his sculptures in ceramic than they are of his earlier bronze and ivory statuettes. Inspired by shape and bold colours Lorenzl’s sculptures had clean lines and geometric shapes. Although each piece possess great movement there was no intricacy or attention to detail and most of his figures wore their hair in the boyish bob which was fashionable at the time, making these simplistic and stylish figurines the epitome of Art Deco Bronze design. One of Lorenzl’s friends Stephan Dakon who he had met whilst working at the bronze foundry had the same vision and style as Lorenzl so it was the obviously thing for Lorenzl to recommend Dakon to Goldscheider when he started to work for them. Taken on as a freelance designer Dakon was of the same mindset as Lorenzl and so much of their work was very similar. People at the time even believed that the two were in fact the same person. Both the artists had an interest in the female form, dance and theatrical costume. This was enhanced with Lorenzl when he took a trip to Paris and visited Folies Bergeres. Famous dancer Josephine Baker was on stage with her chorus dancers, all wearing extremely flamboyant costumes, Lorenzl was captivated by the glamour and outlandishness of the dancers and so on his return to Austria reproduced gorgeous figurines wearing vibrant coloured costumes and in various dance poses. He was also able to use his skill as an Art Deco bronze sculptor to use the earthenware to his advantage. Carving delicate fingers and enhancing the women’s female form Lorenzl set about producing some stunning sculptures. “Captured Bird” was one of his most popular and was created in many different colours and sizes. This particular piece is of a dancing girl with a gossamer winged dress which was inspired by a dance performed by Niddy Impekoven and was also captured onto a lamp base with three figures of this elegant lady dancing around the stand.. Other dancing Deco Lady girl figurines which were created by Lorenzl include “Butterfly Wings,” “Spider-Web Dress...

Wonderful abstract seashell form sculpture in onyx by the Mexican sculptor, Augusto Ortega Escobedo (1914-1995).

Mid 20th Century Onyx photograph frame with Blue John decoration Date Circa 1960 Origin England A wonderful photograph frame with a great contrast of Materials. The white onyx wo...

A very rare and unusual boudoire clock in the form of a scent bottle. The case made of gilded bronze and onyx with a lovely dial of mother of pearl with a fine hand painted dial centre and the hours picked out in gilt. The time is told through two blued steel hands. The time is adjusted and the clock is wound through moving the top of the bottle so no holes or keys of any kind are visible. On the back of the bottle in gilt bronze there is the play on the famous perfume Chanel No. 5 by engraving on the back "Le Numero 7 de Juvenia" (a very famous Swiss clock...

This Wall-mounted one of a kind crystal and gemstone work is set into the finest Claro Walnut Wood. It's crystal & gemstone inlays include rare specimens of Gemmy Cabalto Calcite, Rh...

White onyx Amaltea by Ivan Colominas Dimensions: 36.5 x 10 cm Materials: Onice Bianco Also Available: different marbles. The collection is a tribute to one of Italy’s great m...

A Fine quality pair of gilt bronze neoclassical urns. The campagna form showing figures engaged in various activities and mounted on bl...

1960s Carved Onyx Urn Vase This elegant large vase is composed of layers of cream and earthy green onyx banding. With contrasting circular splashes of red and brown running down one ...

1930s modernist Art Deco mantel clock in onyx. Hunter and antelope on the front.

Hand-Carved Onyx and Marble Bust of Mithridates VI on a Base

Materials: Lava stone, pink onyx, blue calcite, travertine marble, brown onyx, fluorite, golden calacatta marble, pineapple onyx, stainless steel Indoors and outdoors Cosmic Relics t...

Large Ashtray or Vide Poche in Marble Onyx in Green Color Italy 1960

whimsical table sculpture circa 1970's in bronze sitting on onyx base figurative landscape , signed Jason nice well done piece .

A very Stylish Onyx and Chrome Clock and Garniture is the epitome of Art Deco. This mantel clock, with an unusual pendulum, has an eight day Pendule de Paris movement striking on a ...

Highly Figured Onyx Lidded Bowl, 20th Century.

A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kin...

A spectacular set of late 19th century gilt bronze mounted Sèvres style vases and pedestals. The vases of baluster form, the domed covers surmount...

Smooth flame sculpture carved from onyx. Dimensions: 31.5"H x 13"W x 8"D

A striking and high quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period onyx and ormolu candelabras. Each six arm candelabra is raised by a square base with cut cor...

Brick Onyx Wall Lamp by Idaaf Architects Dimensions: D 15 x W 30 x H 45 cm. Materials: Onyx and brass. ‘Brick’ is the first attempt by Idaaf Architects...

Pair of circa 1950's Italian Neoclassic style onyx urns. Measurements: Height: 28" Diameter: 12"

Antique silver plated footed jewelry box, features cast and engraved motifs reminiscent of the Rococo Era. The hinged and scalloped lid opens to reveal a black velvet felt interior....

Pair of Stylized 19th Century Gold Plated Urns.

Ormolu and onyx figure of a dancer by Josef Lorenzl Austrian, c. 1925 Height 25.5cm, width 12cm, depth 7cm Josef Lorenzl (Austrian. 1892-1950) wonderfully designed and crafted this ...

dreamlike, beautiful, delicate marble table clock with bronze-decorated fittings, real onyx , age-related condition, as can be seen in the pictures, this beautiful clock must be ove...

Pineapple onyx, green onyx and white Venetian marble. Edition of 10 + 3 AP **As this work is made of natural stone, color and veins may vary from the photo** Handcrafted in Mexico A...

A stunning three piece French Art Deco Mantel Clock and garniture set with a fine French movement by and stamped Bennet & Pottier made in Paris, France. Finished on all sides, the st...

Bust of Beethoven in onyx base from the 1960s. This bust Beethoven's essence of classicism and style on an onyx base. This piece was created in Mexico by ARTEMETALICA, a manufactur...

Invite the healing energy of onyx into your home with this remarkable, hand-carved mineral bowl. Crafted from a single piece of onyx, the bowl showcases banding in opaque and translu...

1960s Fish and Seagrass Sculpture of Sheeted Brass and Aluminum on Onyx Base This was torch cut and welded Nautical or Beach decor

This amazing round bowl is a testament to the beauty of natural stone. Crafted from solid finest-grade onyx, it showcases a captivating interplay of cream, caramel and russet hues. T...

1970's Art Deco inspired Onyx and diamond ring in 14K gold setting. Very little wear by age and use.

A beautiful, natural, light grey/blue onyx agate dish, decorative object, or small bowl/vessel. Piece can work as a small jewelry dish (demonstrated), a s...

A most impressive and monumentally scaled French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu, Porcelain, and Onyx vase. This eye catching vase is raised on a high quality pierced Ormolu socle ...

French Art Deco Walkyrie sculpture by Henri MOLINS-BALLESTE, France, ca.1920. Spelter, marble and onyx. Width : 21.3"(54cm), Height : 14"(35.7cm), Depth: 5.1"(13cm). Engraved "Balles...

Box in onyx, in a brown color. It is a decorative or jewelry box, made in Italy, circa 1970.

A polished onyx decorative object paperweight, a tetradecagon shape, in brown and tan hues, in the Modern style, Post-Modern period, circa 1970s. A great piece for a desk, library, s...

A beautiful vide-poche, made of onyx, with a cute brass sculpture of a dog. Made in France, around 1900-1920. The vide-poche is in good condition. A small chip / damage on the front,...

A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kin...

The immensity feeling at the shore of Traful Lake, the source of a river, is reflected in the design of the desk set made of alpaca and onyx. The alpaca recalls the moments when the ...

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

A beautiful, natural, brown, tan, honey, cream onyx agate dish with decorative ball sphere in the organic modern style. Piece can work as a small jewelry dish (demonstrated), a stand...

Important sculptural bowl carved by hand from a solid block of Imperial Green. Bowl dimensions: L 59 x W 34 x H 6 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Limited ...

Take a look at the sensitivity and incredibly well done piece. Loo at the contrast of the creamy alabaster sculpture of a young girl and the beautiful Green and brown onyx base. The ...

Carrera Marble and Honey Onyx Bust of Clasical Roman. 20th century with impressive detail. Very handsome features with stunning craftsmanship. PROVENANCE: R...

A beautiful onyx and gold gilt bronze inkwell [ink well] box in the Empire style, circa 19th century, Europe. In addition to its intended use, piece makes a gorgeous standalone decor...

Whimsical sculpture by Ron Lee circa 1970's , feauturing a clown on a thighrope sitting on solid onyx base, with an enameled finish on the umbrella to add color.

Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of white onyx. The vase is hand sculpted, starting from a large block of white onyx which has been carefully selected. The...

A very good quality 19th century French gilded ormolu, Champlevé enamel and onyx clock garniture. Having an impressive pair of six branch candelabra with white onyx urns, inset champ...

A beautiful pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period onyx and cloisonné centerpiece tazzas. Each tazza is raised by an elegant square onyx base with fine concave...

Near pair of porcelain vases with chinoiserie detailing French, late 19th century Measures: Height 80cm, width 38cm, depth 30cm   These large and impressive elongated-body vases...

A late 19th to early 20th-century French neoclassical onyx and gilt bronze tazza, likely produced in the Empire revival period. This finely crafted ornamental compote features a circ...

This beautiful and unusual clock is formed as an ormolu sleigh, which is set upon a rectangular block of green onyx which is further set upon an ormolu base with four acanthus leaf f...

Contemporary natural pink, white, and brown onyx tabletop lamp Created from two thick slices of onyx, hollowed out to construct concave circles, formi...

Handsome patinated brass urn converted into a lamp. Four laurel trees and ten different male and female figures, all in classical dress, in circle the urn which includes a pedestal o...