British Decorative Objects

Art Deco sterling silver box. Made by John Rose Birmingham in 1969. Rectangular with plain straight sides. Cover hinged with tapering tab. Cov...

From the 1700s through the early 1800s, European aristocrats developed a fascination with ancient Egyptian culture and design that culminated in a full Egyptian Revival. Prominent figures such as Marie Antoinette and Napoleon Bonaparte commissioned rooms decorated with Egyptian motifs. This cultural moment reflects a fascination with a sophisticated civilization of great artists and pharaohs. The Regency era possessed very little knowledge of the Great Pyramids or hieroglyphics, a quality that lent Egyptian art interpretation a compelling air of mystique. This English Regency period gilt carving depicts a popular figure of borrowed Egyptian motif: the Sphinx. Recognized among educated circles as a symbol of brilliance in the ancient past, the Sphinx was well-known as a mythological creature who destroys those who failed to answer her riddle. Such a piece as this, excellent in detail and craftsmanship, may have once graced the mantle of a gentleman’s study or been exchanged as a gift between British scholars. The beautiful gold surface has been achieved by an artful combination of gilt and gesso; the art enthusiast will appreciate the intricate texture realized in the carving’s hair and tail as well as the delicate detailing of the saddle. Borrowing from the Egyptians, the Greeks had their own interpretation of the Sphinx. Greek mythology chronicled the Sphinx as being the daughter of Orthous and Chimera or Laius and attributed the riddles, which she proposed, as having been taught to her by the Muses. Crowned with a Grecian diadem and having a refined expression, she evokes an ancient yet reserved intellect. For the modern-day enthusiast of classical Greek art...

This pair of European 19th Century Mahogany Open Barley Twist Candlesticks is a stunning set and would be a wonderful addition to a sideboard, fireplace mantel, or European dining ta...

England, circa 1950 A mid-twentieth century olive wood treen tea caddy in the form of an apple. Height 14.00cm Diameter 12.00cm

This is a small vintage decorative vase. An English, ceramic baluster flower display vase, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Ple...

Vintage Royal Doulton Porcelain Bowl Designed by Andrew Wyeth England 1973. Amazing Royal Doulton Andrew Wyeth large porcelain bowl with apple branches 13" Limited Ed. Andrew Wyeth bowl made of fine English bone China. The bowl was made for Andrew Wyeth by Royal Doulton of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England. Limited edition from an original work of art by Andrew Wyeth...

19th century hand turned treen tobacco box made from walnut. The lid is expertly turned and is topped with a finial over a fabulous hand turned base. The walnut is a handsome color...

Pair of cast iron planters. England, late 19th century.

A pale butter yellow Wedgwood potpourri dish in the Neoclassical style, made in the early 19th century around 1820. The dish features a patterned deco...

Pair of 1920s carved wood English candlesticks with brass details. Measurements: Height: 13"  Diameter: 5"

An incredibly rare and museum calibre monumental scale English Staffordshire bust of Queen Caroline, wife of King George IV, made in commemoration of his coronation in 1820 or her de...

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the mid-19th century with our distinguished pair of Silver Plate Edwardian Period George III Style Three-Light Tableware Candelabra. This exceptio...

Grand father case clock with Chinese figures xixth English clock from the 19th century decorated with Asian landscapes. The clock works perfectly and is ...

Margaret Gilmour attributed. An Arts and Crafts Glasgow School brass planter with stylized rose and floral details to all sides stood on...

‘Rare Bird’ is a limited edition bronze sculpture by the British artist, Vivienne Foley. Vivienne Foley’s bronze sculptures are a recent development of her best-known works in porce...

A 20th century English solid silver and 9k gold cigar case by Cartier. The lid and base are decorated with raised gold inlaid bands over a finely engine-turned ground. Applied to the...

Painted at Chamberlain's Worcester around 1810, this dish draws inspiration from 17th-century Japanese Kakiemon palette and design. The style showcases enamels in a distinctive Kakie...

J & F Poole Hayle copperworks in Cornwall. An Arts and Crafts hand-hammered copper picture frame with a writhen stand to the back.

A secret leather bound book box with the most beautiful marbled paper interior. mid 19th century in age, English in origins. Age related wear and abrasions 21/13.5/3.5cm

Pair of 19th century Coalport scenic cabinet vases, each one with a blue-gray background, finely gilt and painted with oval landscape vignettes,...

Decorated with mauve, plum and blue blossoms against a cobalt ground.

A pair of Adam style neoclassical candlesticks, 19th century. With fluted tapering sides decorated with swags, rams heads, and leaf garlands topped with bows. The rectangular bases w...

Always highly sought-after, these novelty "weight" biscuit boxes came in two sizes; this one is the smaller box which is the harder to find; it would look perfect next to it's larger...

Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful elephant ring holder. Crafted from high-quality metal with silver plating, it is the perfect addition to...

A pair of fine armorial lion garden statues from England - each lion elegantly poised on a stepped plinth base, exuding a sense of grandeur and elegance, in a standing position holdi...

Pair of English Edwardian period hand turned Elm wood candlesticks with brass bobeche. Quite the handsome pair, reasonably priced, will make a great gift...

Antique Bombay shaped English pearlware tea caddy with a distinctive decoration in blue cobalt. The caddy is hand decorated with flower pendants draped from rings painted from a cont...

This antique trinket or jewelry box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1880 and done in the period Vic...

Hallmarked in London in 1977 by Wakely & Wheeler, this handsome pair of Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Candelabra, are round in shape, plain in style, and will hold 3 candl...

Large Victorian white opaline glass Compote centerpiece with gilded decoration. The vide-poche is in amazing condition.

19th century sycamore dairy bowl from England. The outside rim is decorated with routing for added design detail. These bowls were used around the farm or dairy farm to collect mil...

Birmingham guild of handicraft, attributed. An Arts and Crafts hand made brass mantel clock, with ball finial, stylised floral hand chased decoration and hand riveted construction ...

Rare Bronze Glazed Staffordshire Pottery Male Nude Figure of a Triton made by Wood and Caldwell after a bronze by John Flaxman 1755-1826, first quarter of the Nineteenth Century....

A nice pair of antique candelabras, made of brass. The candelabras have ornate ornaments and dolphins at the base. They date from about 1890. The bottom is covered with red felt. Bot...

Pair of Late 19thC Onyx Neoclassical Columns with gilt brass Corinthian capital and base mounts, with square tops and bases - 36"h x 8" square

A beautiful antique petite English white ironstone bowl with a lovely fluted design, circa 1880. Maker's mark on reverse. This would be a wonderfu...

Fitted traveling case with original hand blown gilt decorated bottles with the original crimson brocade cover, late 18th century. The case retains the original working lock and key o...

Early 20th Century Gents Station Clock from London St. Pancras Station A One-off example of an early 20th Century four-sided Gents of Leicester station clock. A true monster of a...

A Victorian Coromandel and Brass bound Dressing Case By Asprey The hinged cover with an inset brass monogram, the base with a jewellery drawer and two fitted internal trays, contai...

England, circa 1880. A large sarcophagus form tea caddy box in mahogany. Resting on four bun feet and opens to reveal a tin lined casing, two covered tea sections and a central crys...

This is a pair of vintage trumpet vases. An English, cloud glass flower sleeve in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. ...

Vintage 20th Century English solid silver cigar box. Elegantly crafted, this box features a reeded decoration throughout in adjacent placement. On the underneath of the box, there is...

I have seen the brass version of this doorstop many times, but never the early cast iron version! It is a cast iron fox from painted doorstop in very good ant...

Large antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany balloon shaped mantel clock having an inlaid mahogany balloon shaped case with boxwood stringing and chequered inlay, moulded shaped plinth st...

A Perthshire Lampwork Bouquet Paperweight, 1990 Additional information: Date : 1990 Origin : Scotland Features : A multicoloured lampwork bouquet with six flowers and several buds o...

English brass skeleton clock under original glass dome with a polished steel roman numeral dial, fuse chain movement, and affixed to an oval carved wood felt base with four bun feet....

Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Brown Shepherd Dog Sculpture was produced in England. Only one...

A good large English Britannia Standard .999 pure silver photo or picture frame, by silversmith Paul Vernon Fitchie, London, 1993. The frame having a crest to the top with a repousse...

Timeless and iconic, Wedgwood’s Jasperware trinket boxes are miniature works of art that blend classical beauty with everyday function. First developed in the 18th century by Josiah ...

An elegant 18th century 8 day verge bracket clock in ebonised case by James Evans London. The back plate beautifully engraved. The movement has ...

This is a small antique scent bottle. An English, cut glass and hallmarked silver perfume bottle, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 190...

A fine English torchère (torchière) or column pedestal stand of mahogany - in the William IV style - featuring a moulded round top for candles or plants, turned column support, and r...

The Painter’s Panel: Doulton Faience Botanical Vase by Mary M. Arding ________________________________________ This is an exceptional and highly collectible Doulton Faience Vase, a ...

This is a trio of vintage flower vases. An English, cloud glass candle stand in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Versatile trio, being ideal as vases or...

Huge Reclaimed Industrial Double Sided Factory Clock An original vintage double-sided factory clock hanging clock. Crafted by English Clock System, London, England, circa 1950. The...

Tunbridge Ware - A Fine Sewing Box with Isometric Cubes and Geometric Mosaics, c1850 Additional Information: Heading: Tunbridge Ware - A Fine Sewing Box with Isometric Cubes and Geo...

William Hutton. An Arts and Crafts pewter jug with four bullseye Ruskin jewels inset into the lid, with a back stop when opened, and geometric decoration to the main body with a flar...

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England, mahogany pedestal stand for displaying plants, busts, taxidermy, and trinkets wi...

A stoneware vessel with a distinct form and glaze by British studio potter John Ward (1938-2023) circa 1990s. This specific form in the artist's repertoire may be known as a "Spheric...

We are delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind, custom made to order by a Polish Count, complete Asprey Green Crocodile leather with 24ct gold inlaid crown, desk suite...