Precious Stone Decorative Objects

The magnificent neoclassical style clock set would make a beautiful addition to any elegant interior. The three-piece, antique French clock set comprising a central clock and a p...

Ritz Candle Holder in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal How society rejoiced when Art Deco dared to create a new approach to life, breathing fresh life into architectu...

Liberty Candle Holder in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal How society rejoiced when Art Deco dared to create a new approach to life, breathing fresh life into archite...

Majestic Candle Holder in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal How society rejoiced when Art Deco dared to create a new approach to life, breathing fresh life into archit...

Odeon Candle Holder in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal How society rejoiced when Art Deco dared to create a new approach to life, breathing fresh life into architect...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

An Exquisite 14K Gold, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Semi Precious Stone Mounted Rhodonite Camel. Possibly by Verdura, circa 1970, Italy. A very good quality and unusual gold mounted jeweled object...

Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Pitcher with Frogs decoration by Los Castillo in great vintage condition and with fantastic patina. This is an exquisite a...

The Glory Lily flower dances in paradox, embodying breathtaking beauty and potent power. A striking climber, it isn’t your typical delicate flower, holding medicinal properties to cu...

An Incredible, Large, and Rare Lapidary Sculpture of a Hand-Carved and Hand-Polished Semi-Precious Citrine Falcon Mounted on a Large Natural Specimen 'McEarl' Rock Crystal Base with a 18K Gold Beak and 18K Gold Legs and Talons, Signed by Zadora and dated 1994. This extraordinary near flawless specimen of hand-carved and hand-polished citrine is stunning. The large bird is carved from one giant piece of semi-precious citrine stone and conveys a highly detailed appearance with each section of the feathers hand-etched and hand-carved to appear as life-like as possible. The eyes are an impressive emerald-green color and made up of tsavorite cabochons. The magnificent beak, legs, and talons are made of 18K solid gold' each gorgeously shiny or burnished to represent how a life-like falcon would be. Even the inside rim of the eyes are set in 18K solid gold. The base is a stunning giant piece of natural rock crystal, most probably mined from the famous 'McEarl' rock crystal mine in Arkansas. Each section of this masterpieces was put together from different areas of the world where these natural stones were mined and put together by the master stone sculpture Zadora, known for his incredible pieces of lapidary objects which are in the best lapidary collections...

Himalaya Vase Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagined than in the Himalayan range. These revered mountains are place...

Himalaya Vase Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagined than in the Himalayan range. These revered mountains are plac...

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old 8.75 x 7 x 2 in. / 22 x 18 x 5 cm Weight: 4 lbs 14 oz/ 2.065 kg Ammonites were cephalopods that resembled a s...

A unique decorative composition featuring a large natural shell arranged like a cup on a carved marble base. The piece houses a carefully curated selection of minerals and crystallin...

From Pashan Hill Quarry, Poona District, Maharashtra, India. Radial spray of transparent green fluorapophyllite crystals with lustrous crystal faces with stilbite on matrix. ...

Tozai Home’s 5" x 7" Genuine Pink Quartz frame transforms any photo into a statement piece. Can hold a vertical or horizontal photo. The thick, polished quartz sides reveal the natur...

A French Napoléon III pair of three-lights candelabras Ormolu-mounted Rare Fluorite also called Fluorspar Vases The baluster shape body flanked by two arms and surmounted by a lid en...

Brazilian parrot carved from semi precious stones perched on a quartz geode and presented on a lucite base.

PRESENTING a LOVELY 19C Anglo Indian Bombay MOP (Mother of Pearl) Sadeli Mosaic Trinket Box from circa 1875-85. Gorgeously detailed and hand-crafted ‘sadeli mosaic’ inlay, from the Bombay Area, with deep greens with silver, pewter, mother of pearl, bone and ebony in geometric patterns. The box case, is made of sandalwood but completely covered in MOP, bone, faux ivory, ebony and mosaic inlay. Edged with faux ivory and banded with a different pattern of sadeli mosaic. Some minor damage to the top (repair is obvious in pics) and ivorine replacements to some edging, but it still a BEAUTIFUL BOX and of real QUALITY! The mosaic work is FABULOUS! Box opens to reveal its original blue velvet lining. It sits on 4 (recently added) silvered button feet. SADELI MOSAIC: “Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. The ancient art of Sadeli Mosaic is said to have been introduced from Shiraz in Persia via Sind to Bombay, a long time before the Anglo Indian boxes were made. It was a technique, which required a high degree of skill and patience. It was executed very lavishly, in that the frequent cuts wasted a great amount of the precious materials used. The workmanship was however more than commensurable to the value of the materials. Ivory, silver, pewter (or other metals), wood and horn were cut into faceted rods which were bound together to form geometric patterns. When the glue has set, the rods were sliced in transverse sections. This gave the maker a number of angled circular pieces in the original pattern. Several variations of patterns could be achieved by combining the materials in different ways. The ivory was sometimes dyed green to give an extra color. The mosaic pieces in a combination of patterns, often separated by ivory, ebony, horn or silver stringing were used to veneer sandalwood boxes. In the early boxes, which date from the turn of the 18th to the 19th century, there are large panels of mosaic covering tops and sides of boxes. It took incredible skill to cover such large areas without any shakes or wavering of the pattern. The corners and joins on these boxes are impeccably matched. The makers (reputed to be Persian) of Sadeli mosaic made in the first two decades of the 19th century displayed a total understanding of the qualities of the different materials they used. They combined substances, which can expand and contract according to atmospheric conditions with others, which are hard and unyielding. The result was a sharp definition of the lines and patterns, which made up the whole design. On the early boxes the designs look deceptively simple. The fact is, they emerged from a culture, which had mastered geometry and understood how to generate a pattern from a set number of points. The patterns are so harmoniously combined that their incredible complexity is not immediately apparent. The earliest Sadeli boxes...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10.5" high x 8.5" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Enchanting antique large Turkish box crafted with bone, cut and decorated in floral compositions, hammered metalwork and highlighted with semi precious stones. The interior has multi...

20th century Chinese hardstone flowering tree in a cloisonné planter Chinese, 20th century Height 42cm, width 33cm, depth 31cm This exquisite 20th-century Chinese hardstone tree is ...

Chinese Pink Rose Quartz Carp Fish Model Sculpture Figure Hardwood Stand Chinese, 20th Century Height 14cm, width 15cm, depth 7cm This carved model of a carp, fashioned from rose ...

‘Earthly Treasures No 36’ is a unique sculptural bowl by the British artist, Morrison Thomas. It is made from burred acacia inlaid with azurite, chrysocolla, malachite and gold. Mor...

A Very Fine French 19th Century Royal Louis XVI Style Three-Piece Sèvres Gilt and Cobalt-Blue Ground Ormolu-Mounted Porcelain Urn and Clock Garniture Set. The finely decorated figura...

This massive genuine polished Madagascan Rose Quartz sphere of 13" diameter and 153 lbs is a rare, museum quality specimen crafted from a single piece of light-pink hued Rose Quartz. Its glossy finish provides a dramatic presentation. This large sphere is a visually-striking ornament, ideal for elevating any interior design. Rose Quartz is the stone of unconditional love. One of the most important stones for Heart Chakra work, Rose Quartz opens the heart to all types of love - love of self, love of family, love of friends, romantic love. Because it is a type of quartz, Rose Quartz does have a high...

This exquisitely hand-polished Rose Quartz sphere displays a rich, even pink hue. Delicate white veining and subtle translucence juxtapose the saturated pink, white the impressive si...

These cherry bunches are so cute and harder to find than other fruit. The cherries are carved rose quartz, the leaves are carved jade and the stems are flexible green wrapped wire wi...

A rare ca. 1945 Virgin Mary sculpture in .930 silver with carved bone, amethyst and turquoise by Mexican silversmith Matilde Poulat. Manufactured in Taxco, Guerrero, México. The Virg...

A stunning mid century scalloped white onyx and lapis lazuli bowl with footed pedestal base. Finely carved with delicate scalloped shape, in an exceptional quality of stone.

Pair of gorgeous black vases (possibly basalt) with gilt ormolu details. Stamped Italy. Please note these do have some signs of age with some chips (See pics).

A parcel gilt samorodok silver cigarette case by Vladimir Gordon S.t Petersburg, with green stone, c.1900 Embossed signature.. A Fine quality Russian silver cigarette case. Reticul...

Tozai Home’s 5" x 7" Genuine Pink Quartz frame transforms any photo into a statement piece. Can hold a vertical or horizontal photo. The thick, polished quartz sides reveal the natur...

Invite healing energy into your home with an exquisite blue green azurite malachite box. This box is beautifully made with a hinged lid and expert construction. Lined in black velvet...

Satinwood vintage decorative art and craft style plates, Oriental flowers and chicken hand-painting wall decorations are gorgeous decorative objects for your home decor. Impressive multicolour painting on the black background and outstanding quality, workmanship, and compact Size. Circa 1970. Fabulously hand-painted and varnished with a large central circular medallion on top of a hand-crafted round ceramic plate. which can be used as a table decorative object or wall decoration for your home decor. Condition: Excellent condition with nice patination and no losses. It is nicely done. Location: United Kingdom. The seller offers...

A small letter opener and / or Dagger. We like to think if you receive a love letter or valentine this is a letter opener, for bills and tedious documents it would be a dagger. The...

This set of three round boxes by R&Y Augousti is a stunning example of modern artistry blended with timeless luxury. The lids are adorned with rich black quartz, each piece showcasin...

An impressive pair of tall Arts & Crafts silver plated candle sticks with semi-precious cabochons to the stem and to the central knop decora...

21st Century pair of Brazilian masterfully carved quartz parrots (obsidian beaks, rose and natural quartz bodies) on a large natural amethyst specimen base.

This set of three round boxes by R&Y Augousti is a stunning example of modern artistry blended with timeless luxury. The lids are adorned with rich white quartz, each piece showcasin...

This important George III blue John urn is attributed to famed Swedish architect Sir William Chambers. The solid piece is carved entirely from rare Blue...

A unique decorative piece that combines marine and mineral elements in an attractive, sculptural composition. An open natural seashell serves as a container for a selection of minera...

This exquisite work of art was created circa 1836-1840 in France by the acclaimed French gold and silversmith, Jean-Valentin Morel. Using only the finest of materials and with exceptional attention to detail, this magnificent piece is without doubt one of the finest creations within the field of decorative arts in the 19th century. The body of the cup has been crafted from the pinky-red and orange gemstone, agate, and fitted with gold and silver-gilt mounts, which have, in some places, been jewelled and enamelled. Morel specialized in high quality hard stone cups...

This massive, 102 pound, hand-polished, AAA-quality Rose Quartz freeform from Madagascar is incredibly crafted from one solid piece of Rose Quartz. This beautiful freeform is the foc...

A beautiful colorful decorative box with a lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a variety of semi-precious stones. The sides are inlaid with a variety of stones in abstrac...

Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...

Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Rose quartz. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precious object. Bowl ...

Immaculately crafted from the 20th century, this Silvered Filigree Box exhibits the skill of fine craftsmanship and gemstone mastery. This breath...

Top AAA-quality, hand polished sphere of natural gem translucent yellow Rose Quartz from Brazil. This piece is hand-polished to a brilliant shine. The ...

This stunning and unique decorative piece  measures 8 inches in length. This exquisite hippo figurine is expertly crafted from the rare gemstone Ruby i...

The "Victoria" Box Set by Kifu Paris in black oak exudes a serene, organic luxury. The natural texture of the black oak offers a soft, refined aesthetic that brings warmth and sophis...

AAA quality, hand-polished flame free-form of natural gem translucent rose quartz from Brazil. This specimen has bright rich color, all sides hand polished to a smooth mirror finish....

Asian Chinese rose quartz small carved figure of a rooster (as is-repair to base) (20th Cent)

A beautiful and quite large Regency period neoclassical early 19th century round-shaped blue John Covered vase or urns raised on a Belgian black marble, Carr...

This unusual pair of semi-precious palm trees consist of Tiger's Eye trunks and Malachite leaves. These trees can be used as bookends or can remain as decorative items.

This delicate table clock features a central circular white dial with black Roman numerals and gilt detailing. The dial is signed 'E. DREYFOUS, To Their Majesties' and is mounted all...

Modernist Swiss Table Clock, Onyx & Brass - Paperweight Clock, Switzerland 1970s Sculptural and elegant table clock made of onyx with a diamond-shaped design. Beautiful layers ...

The Classic Multi-Stone Large Bowl by Kathryn McCoy is a sculptural statement that transforms rare minerals into functional art. Each piece is meticulously hand-composed from an extr...

Red coral branch embellished with natural emeralds mounted on a 19th-Century French bronze doré fragment. This is a lovely objet d'art to add to your collection or cabinet. During t...

Vintage pair of Jewelry boxes is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century. Original mixed media: Wood, brass and colored jems. Made in Italy. Various D...