Stone Decorative Objects

A wonderful cut crystal star bottom / glass beveled top sterling silver 925 swag oval casket vanity dresser jewelry box.

Very finely hand carved 19th century Italian Pauline Bonaparte as Venus victrix alabaster sculpture after antonio canova. Measure: 16.5 inch height in...

The pair of French hand-carved antique garden stone lions are crouching and are made of stone. The dimensions are for the slightly larger of th...

A French vintage rooster sculpture from the mid-20th century. We all know that eagles are the symbol for America. Roosters are the French national emblem. This particular one is made...

Before describing the object under consideration we must make an important clarification; the artifact, one of many that we will publish over time, is part of the museum collection of a historic Florentine crystal grinder that unfortunately closed recently. It is the Marcello Galgani & Son company, whose completely manual and artisanal work has not withstood the disproportionate advance of mass-produced mechanical processes! Marcello Galgani began his craft as a grinder and restorer in 1960; as the years went by, Marcello mastered and became familiar with particular techniques and shapes, resulting in the production of objects that manage to retain the freshness of grinding and engraving, the warmth and softness of light, and the inimitable flavor of unique artifacts. After several years, his son Lorenzo, who grew up among crystals, also entered the business and immediately became passionate about this ancient craft with skill and ability. Stimulated by the aesthetic sense of the past, father and son, set up a workshop in which the shapes they researched and created themselves are mouth-blown by traditional Tuscan glassmakers in Empoli, then ground and engraved using ancient sixteenth-century techniques, with motifs born of the Galgani's inexhaustible imagination or culturally inspired by designs of objects seen and studied in Florentine museums (Uffizi, Galleria Palatina, Museo degli Argenti, etc.). Marcello and Lorenzo Galgani were also Masters in the difficult art of restoration, bringing rare and precious objects back to life. As mentioned the company recently closed and disposed of all its last production, only Marcello's old private museum collection remained, which includes unique and special objects created over time, a collection that the craftsman made available to us for a planned sale. All of the objects were made entirely by hand with old grinding wheels, but there were mainly two tools that allowed the creation of masterpieces: the right hand and the left hand of the master craftsman. Ancient glassmaking techniques were used for all the ground and engraved products: first the object was ground with an emery wheel fed continuously by a jet of abrasive sand and water, then re-polished with a very fine-grained sandstone wheel also fed with water; the engravings were done freehand using as many as 10-15 small stone wheels for each design (flowers, branches, animals, etc. ); then the object was polished and shined; we must make, at this point, an important clarification on these last two operations: towards the end of the 1960s acid crystal polishing was devised, the object was immersed and rotated in a solution of sulfuric acid, fluoridic acid and water and in a short time all the defects left by the previous processes were eliminated, it was a fast, industrial operation that allowed to lower costs considerably, with discrete but not excellent results. But for Galgani's products polishing is done with a cork bark wheel wet with water and pumice, to make the surfaces more transparent. Finally, polishing was achieved with a felt wheel wet with a paste of water, iron oxide, and cerium oxide. This series of processes takes an average of two days of work( sometimes much longer) for each object, each engraving or grinding is the result of the creative inventiveness of the two craftsmen, inventiveness that transforms crystal into a material reality of the highest aesthetic value and inestimable value. All objects in the entire collection have never been used; they were part of the exhibition. Large oval crystal vase...

A pair of Mid Century unsigned of Art Deco bronze dogs on oval marble bases, made in France.

This exquisite Ganimede-model satin-finished pressed crystal vase, designed by Lalique France, is a true collector's item for lovers of antiques and vintage items. It features an ele...

Signed Curtis Jéré kinetic brass sculpture dated 1984, featuring an abstract shooting-star design with radiating rods and spherical finials mounted on a black marble base. This celes...

Stunning cobalt blue hand cut lead crystal vase created as a work of art by the hands of the finest Czech glass workers. The Caesar Crystal Company in the Czech Republic has been sel...

Ceramic swan sculpture on travertine base by Ports-Celi, circa 1970s.

Lalique, bowl with birds A graceful bowl by Lalique, crafted in clear and frosted crystal glass around the 1960s–1970s. At its centre, two birds meet beak-to-beak, modelled with deli...

This commanding pair of vintage Italian cast cement lion statues depicts two heraldic guardian lions seated upright, each resting a raised front paw assertively atop a carved scrolle...

A pair of lidded urns in the Louis XVI style, the bronzes very much in the manner of the famous French sculptor Gouthiere. The tri-form base richly...

A delicate and beautifully carved Carrara marble statue depicting a young semi-nude girl, holding a bouquet of roses in one hand and a vase in the other. This late 19th century Itali...

Natural Amethyst Crystal Sphere with Sculptural Elestial Points ▫️ Description This Amethyst sphere stands out for its deep purple color and the way the crystals naturally grow inw...

Citrine Cluster with Stalactite Flower Rosettes, Sparkly Golden-Orange Druzy & Calcite ▫️ Description ▫️ Bringing together rare stalactite flower rosettes, bright golden-orange cit...

1960s Gorgeous Box in Onyx. Made in Italy. This box is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 5,31 x 3,74 x 1,96 H inches 13,5 x 9,5 x 5 H cm

This specimen of Gigantopecten from Austria is way more rare than our usual French specimen from Luberon. It is heavier and more colorful. Not only it's rarer, but this specimen espe...

A fine Antique 19th century cast gilt bronze statue of the medieval French King Louis VII of France, circa 1880. King Louis VII (1120–1180) was the King of France from 1137 until his death and was famous for his role in the crusades. The statue is very finely cast and depicts Kind Louis VII wearing his crown and medieval armor decorated with Fleur de Lis and his coat of arms with a coronet, his swork hanging by his side. The figure is resting on a ruin of a gothic arch niche with a Knight templar standing with his sword, to the right on the ground is the kings shield featuring a cross and resting on his battleaxe. The statue is raised on a black marble plinth, condition is excellent, the quality of the casting & gilding is of the finest quality and done by the lost wax method (or Cire Perdue in French) This very fine antique gilt bronze is ready to grace your space. Louis VII is best known for his involvement in the Second Crusade (1147–1149), an ill-fated military campaign to the Holy Land aimed at recapturing territory from Muslim forces. Louis VII was also married to Eleanor of Aquitaine...

7 Stunning Italian Marble Sculptures Representing "The Baths of Apollo" H: 220cm early 20th Century France. Versailles. Palace. Gardens. Grove of the Baths of Apollo. Hubert Robert....

Mid-Century Modern sculpture in patinated bronze and marble by Sante Monachesi, an impressive abstract sculpture by this renown Italian artist made of patinated bronze intricately de...

An elegant rectangular box crafted from finely banded lace agate, distinguished by graceful, ribbon-like layers in soft shades of pale blue, ivory, gray, and warm taupe. Lace agate i...

AAA-Grade Madeira Citrine Geode: The Rarest Citrine in a Perfect Aesthetic Geode Description: With its deep orange hue, this large citrine geode features thousands of sparkly Madeir...

Outstanding centerpiece or footed bowl in carved alabaster and bronze. France, 1930s. This stunning carved alabaster centerpiece bowl stands up ...

Large French lead crystal vase from the Châtelet series by Cristal d’Arques, dating from approximately the 1980s–1990s. The vase has a tall, s...

With spectacular blue banded agates, rare, beautiful aesthetics, added with spectacular shiny Amethyst that complements everything, this Agate with A...

Elevate your home and workspace with this unique, hand-carved gemstone clip. Carefully shaped from rare Dumortierite Blue, this piece transforms the familiar silhouette of a laundry ...

A monumental architectural French 19th century neoclassical Revival gilt bronze mounted beige and red onyx longcase grandfather clock. The very impressive clock-case surmounted by a figure of seated Classical male figure...

A Natural Masterpiece: Natural Deep Honey-Gold Citrine ▫️ Description Bringing a gorgeous color tone and beautiful aesthetics, this high-grade citrine crystal specimen showcases a...

Italian round agate stone soap dish or ashtray, 20th century Soap dish with a rounded base made from an agate stone. The edges are rough and irregular,...

With Earth Home, the renowned glass artist Bertil Vallien has created a miniature world inspired by our place on the planet. The object in clear glass is colored light green and blue...

An exceptionally fine 19th century French gilt bronze trinket box featuring elaborate raised scrollwork throughout the exterior and continuing along the interior borders. The highly ...

Bookends of Panthers in drinking pose Chomed Bronze sculptures on red marble base. Original Art Deco, France, 1930's. Dimensions: Width 12 cm Height 10 cm Depth 7.5 cm.

Memorialized as an art and antique dealer and "collector of Chinese jades and porcelains" in a 1942 obituary in the New York Times, Edward Farmer, like his father, traveled to China ...

Refined Italian table lighter crafted in magnificent natural tiger’s eye and finished with elegant gilt 800 silver mounts. Produced in Milan during the 1950s and bearing the original...

Whimsical and elegant sculpture in the form of a handbag, carved from green marble in Italy during the 1990s. Combining the noble character of natural stone with a playful and imagin...

Vintage monumental bunch of Italian alabaster stone yellow grapes on wood branch.

A wonderful pair of Cherub doré bronze / putti figure pierced candelabra with ormolu mounts raised on marble bases.

Magnificent 19th Century French bronze mounted onyx centerpiece by H. Journet & Cie. Wide shallow bowl is crafted from banded variegated onyx with distinct orange and cream tones. T...

We are delighted to present you with this incredible polished piece of Lapis Lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock often used in jewelry and decoration. The stone displays a vibrant...

Val Saint Lambert cut-crystal decanter, 20th century Looks simply stunning. Val Saint Lambert is a Belgian crystal glassware manufacturer, founded in 1826 and based in Seraing. It is...

A striking oblong vase meticulously hand-carved from natural onyx, showcasing the stone’s rich veining and luminous depth. This sculptural piece balances organic form with refined cr...

Bookmatched Giant Amethyst Geodes Set as Wings with Deep Purple Druzy and Large Points – X-Large Museum-Scale Pair ▫️ Description This bookmatched pair of Giant Amethyst Geodes is ...

Elegant carved marble bust depicting a young woman, signed Pugi on the base. The sculpture portrays a refined female figure with delicate facial features and a serene expression. He...

This exceptional specimen from La Viesca mine, La Collada, Asturias, Spain features sharp purple and blue fluorite cubes beautifully set on a bed of white quartz crystals. Scattered ...

Original bronzed spelter and open wings eagle bookends on marble base, circa 1920. If eagles hold a special meaning for you or for someone you love, then this unique pair of bookend...

A striking modernist crystal decanter defined by its clean geometry and sculptural silhouette, this elegant piece embodies refined minimalism and timeless barware design. Crafted in ...

A quintessential example of 1930s European Art Deco design, this striking sculpture depicts a sleek, reclining Great Dane mounted on a substantial, solid marble base. Imported from B...

Ruler Selenite with an 18th century Italian gold leaf fragment molding and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic se...

Val Saint Lambert crystal vase cut to clear, and signed Beautiful Val Saint Lambert circular crystal vase, hand-cut-to-clear, the glas...

Franz Peleschka bronze sculpture Origin Austria Circa 1900 The condition of the bronzes is excellent, its base has been restored by a professional. Patina raised It is signed on its ...

Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver flower vases, boxes and trays. Our pieces are made...

This impressive polished Jade Sphere from Afghanistan is a true embodiment of natural beauty and expert craftsmanship. Measuring an impressive 16 inches in diameter and weighing appr...

A charming vintage kinetic mobile composed of delicately balanced spheres, dating to the 1960s and manufactured in Denmark by Laurids Lønborg. Arranged in a graceful, sculptural comp...

Cristalleries de Baccarat produced the Art Deco flacon #550 for the Rocroy perfume of the lengendary Parisian perfume shop L.T. Piver and it is attributed to designer Louis Sue. Th...

A very rare and unusually large hinged casket or jewelry box veneered in hand-crafted green and white Russian skarn hardstone, made in Yekaterimburg and retailed in Moscow, Russia / ...

On offer is an Italian hand-carved alabaster tazza, also known as a compote or pedestal centerpiece bowl, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. Carved from translucent white...

Superb vase designed and produced by seguso in italy in the 1970s. Green murano glass vase with drawn details and a ribbed edge according to the sommerso technique. Handcrafted by ve...

From French luxury crystal Maison Baccarat, a beautiful clear transparent puffed heart paperweight or decorative object, circa early 21st century, Fr...

Hand-carved in France circa 1850–1870, this antique mortar (mortier) is sculpted from a single solid block of white-grey veined marble. The vessel features a clean, traditional silho...