British Decorative Objects

English octagonal black lacquered and gilt stenciled figural pagoda hinged one drawer sewing box with exterior gilt stenciled dragon motif, interior gilt stenciled floral motif, orig...

An Early Victorian Burr Walnut Velvet Cushion Lined Ladies Dressing Box Box features an elegant ebonised banding. The domed cover with central brass carrying and fall front handle ...

19th century English pair of cast iron mounted lion masks circa 1890. Price is each. Measures: Large H 49 x W 19.5 x D 11cm Small H 43 x W 18 x D ...

Antique English bubble glass paper weight or paper press, with intaglio of the head of a Jack Russel dog, carved and painted reverse, Essex c...

This antique collection of plaster Pantheon friezes after John Henning the Elder in a bespoke case is a true cabinet of curiosities. The oak box is carved in a Tudor style, with sy...

A blue ground pilgrim flask-shaped vase by famed English designer Christopher Dresser for Minton, circa 1870s. The foliage motif was most likely hand-painted by William Mussill...

This charming vintage round wood inlay trinket box exemplifies understated craftsmanship and timeless design. Expertly constructed from richly grained wood, the box features a beauti...

This is the most iconic Bakelite piece ever. It is a set of six elegant Jugendstil tall tapered Bakelite candlesticks. These pieces were manufactured by Linsden Ware, England, in the...

For sale, Jake and Dinos Chapman's 'Hell Souvenir', a grotesque selection of 1:35 scale figures from the artist's purgatorial dioramas 'Hell', 'F*cking Hell', 'End of Fun' and 'The S...

A wooden-based desk clip, covered with green paper. A brass hinge, with a spring, holds the tip of a billiard cue, on which runs the billiard ball, with a brass caricature face. Engl...

This intricately detailed 19th-century bracket clock from famed English firm J.C. Jennens & Sons is monumental in size, likely made for one of the great world exhibitions or perhaps to put in the firm's own store window. The eight-day timepiece has a triple fusee...

20th Century unique one-of-a-kind pair of bejewelled vintage taxidermy fish 'dancing' under a miniature electric (working) Swarovski crystal chandelier....

A fine and impressive antique George II crested sterling silver double partners inkstand with three silver mounted finely cut-glass inkwells. The body of the inkstand is ornamented with a gadroon decorated border to the rim. The square cut-glass bottles Stand in three separated pierced gallery frames. This antique inkstand...

A cast iron door stop in the shape of a Scottie dog. A lovely example of cast iron English door stops, this dog features pointed ears, a detailed fac...

Stylish pair of Anthony Redmile green marble and silver plate candle sticks having his recognizable iconic entwined dolphins.

Circa 1880s, by Thomas Webb and Sons, England. This cameo glass vase, created by the celebrated firm of Thomas Webb & Sons, is a sublime ...

Cosmos extends the exploration into manually anodised aluminium pieces. Building on the success of Grow-UP planters for MCQ in 2021, the collection showcases abstract anodising dye p...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1900 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Bowl, is in the Monteith design, with a shaped rim, and cas...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box modelled in the form of a tortoise; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian cast sterling silver vesta box has been realistically modelled in the form of a tortoise. The plain oval body of this Victorian vesta box is embellished with cast and applied components replicating the details of the tortoise's legs and head. The anterior surface of this rare box features an applied oval serrated panel / match striker. The hinged tortoiseshell cover opens to reveal the original gilt interior. The underside of the body bears the contemporary engraved inscription 'July 1883'. Condition This antique Victorian vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. There are some blemishes and wear to the original gilding, in keeping with age. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body are very clear. Dimensions length 8.4cm/3.3" width 5.5cm/2.2" height 3.2cm/1.3" Weight 2.4 troy ounces/73.9g (including tortoiseshell cover) Maker: Thomas Johnson II Date: 1882 Origin: London, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique vesta box...

A timeless and distinguished gift, this antique sterling silver cigar box is hallmarked in London in 1895 by renowned silversmiths Gibson & Langman. Beautifully crafted with a smooth, minimalist exterior and gently rounded edges, it exudes quiet sophistication and classic Victorian refinement. Inside, a richly grained cedar wood lining not only preserves cigars but adds a touch of luxury that speaks to the craftsmanship of the era. Whether for a milestone birthday, retirement, wedding, or Father’s Day, this piece is ideal for those who appreciate fine design and enduring quality. The elegant plain surface offers ample space for a bespoke engraving—perfect for initials, dates, or a personal message—making it a meaningful and memorable keepsake. Gibson & Langman's silverwork is celebrated for its superior finish, and this box is no exception, offering beauty, function, and sentiment in equal measure. A thoughtful and versatile gift, it can also serve as a refined storage box for watches...

A set of ten antique carved wooden cartouche moulds from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artis...

An interesting ø28.5 cm (11 and ¼ inch) round neoclassical encaustic tile by Minton & Co. (stamped) depicting a sea nymph or mermaid. This unusual tile is a rare find and possibly un...

A striking stainless steel stag head wine cooler and champagne bowl, beautifully designed in the form of a majestic deer head supporting a polished circular vessel framed by impressi...

19th century wood stationery box.

Handsome pair of 19th century equestrian Staffordshire porcelain Scottish Highlander hunters on horseback. Each bearded gentleman is depicted seate...

A lovely 19th century mahogany eight day long case clock by Todd of Hull, having an arched painted dial with a seconds dial, the mahogany case has a pagod...

The outer ring slides to allow the snuff box to be opened. Engraved Silver Monogram on top.

A large and imposing pair of antique glazed green stoneware urns. Dating from circa 1890, this beautifully preserved antique urns features an iridescent green lustre and striking ga...

This is a pair of vintage display vases. An English, satin finished vase with kingfisher decor, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Beautifully presented vases graced with ap...

Wedgewood encaustic painted , matte finished black basalt stone urn. Hand painted decoration with 2 scenes. Egyptian Revival style. Circa 1790-1820.

A Victorian oval desk box. Beautiful and very attractive desk box, created in London England during the Victorian era (1837-1901), back in the 1...

This is a large ironstone pottery Footed Punch Bowl in the rare Mogul chinoiserie people pattern produced by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, during the lat...

This New Hall porcelain bowl carries the confident clarity of late 18th century English interpretations of Chinese Export design. The form is clean and well proportioned, resting lig...

A large pair of Regency storm lights on pillar and file cut foot with diamond cut base supporting corresponding drop hung drip pans issuing storm shades engraved with flowers and oak...

Painted with colorful flowers and green leaves on a blue ground. Impressed marks, circular paper label, painted signature in blue.

This pair of large and substantial silver plated candelabras were made by the renowned Matthew Boulton on England in apprximately 1810 and done in a period Regency style. The pair ar...

Minton Secessionist chamber pot. Decorated with motifs in the Art Nouveau style. Glazed in turquoise, ochre, brown and blue. Green tube lining. Mak...

Large 19th Century Zinc Warwick Vase, 1820, England This magnificent Warwick vase, dating to approximately 1820, showcases the elegance and grandeur of early 19th-century English cr...

A pair of mounted antique carved composite floral moulds from the Tucker collection. These are some of the many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British m...

English Burl walnut and figural cherub wedge-wood hinged letter box with compartmentalized fitted interior, locking mechanism with key, decorative circular rope motif, and original e...

Regency drop dial clock with brass inlay and cast brass bezel. Convex painted dial signed ‘H.Grant, Portsmouth’. With Roman numerals and original ‘bl...

Sterling Silver Machine Turned Engraved Cheroot Case W H Haseler Ltd. 1920 Hallmarked W.H.H Birmingham V Hallmark Engraving to front 85 grams

An important pair of gilt lacquered and bronzed twin branch candelabra of unusual design the finely decorated square wasted bases surmounted by a bronzed figure of an old man resting...

English round dial wall clock by Thwaites and Reed. Mahogany round dial wall clock with cast brass bezel opening to a painted twelve inch dial sign...

'Nesiota' is a unique glass artwork by the Canadian artist, Michèle Oberdieck. Michèle Oberdieck explores balance and asymmetry through colour, fo...

The hexagonal bowls are designed so that they can be laid together forming a honeycomb formation, either in same color or in different color combinations. Please note that no two...

A Superb Coromandel-Veneered Mantle Clock The case constructed of very well-figured Coromandel giving the maximum amount of decorative effect, with gilt bronze accents; the plinth base of rectangular form, with everted stepped corners, and precisely chased gilt bronze figures, two representing Mercury-the god of travel and merchants with his winged helmet and coin purse in hand; the others representing Fortuna-the goddess of luck; the sides glazed, with mooresque arcaded pierced mounts enclosing a vase, in gilt bronze with overlapping palm trees above: the top of domed form with an octagonal platform, surmounted by an architectural dome, its engraved detail and structure reminiscent of Byzantine prototypes. The silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals for the hours, and within an arabesque dial divided into quadrants, with the key aperture at 6 o'clock. Below, the manual calendar, and a semi-circular thermometer. The dial signed by the retailer "Hunt & Roskell / London." The mechanism replaced with a one-year duration movement by Achille Brocot. English, circa 1860 A closely related clock, by Thomas Cole, though not bearing his signature, with a case of identical form and differing bronze decoration, previously with Butchoff. A third known coromandel-veneered example, also unsigned, is discussed by John...

Re-purposed as a holder for large candle or delicacies. Conceived as a Gothic Revival architectural ornament probably a finial. Shaped t...

A mounted antique carved wooden cartouche mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, C...

This is a superb pair of antique George IV Old Sheffield silver plate on copper  telescopic candlesticks, Circa 1825 in date. They are set on round bases with lovely crisp foliate d...

A wonderful Art Deco sterling silver & enamel Photograph frame by Asprey & Co, Birmingham 1929, Origin England. A Rare large pure Art Deco frame with a reminder of the Jazz age, bot...

English cast brass woodsman doorstop leaning against tree with axe, hatchet under belt , and his canine companion . Mid-19th Century.

English wicker basket from a fabric mill. Would make a wonderful log basket. 1900. Basket reference: A Code: 9207 Dimensions: W: 39" (99.1 cm) H: 26.5" (67.3 cm) D: 29" (73.7 cm)

A fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver vinaigrette; an addition to our silver boxes collection. This impressive antique G...

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1866 by Cartwright & Woodward, this superb antique Victorian sterling silver biscuit box features a cylindrical form embellished with vertical fluted ...

Dating from the 1850s, this carved limestone antique plaque depicts the head of a lion within hand carved chain links, some of which have been lost through the ages. It is more than 170 years old and likely once formed part of a larger piece together with this matching plaque. Perhaps it was once part of a keystone above an entranceway or a family crest wall decoration in the prestigious courtyard of a large estate. Made from fine grained limestone, it has a weathered finish that only time can create and yet the lion plaque...

Pair of English Victorian style rust ground porcelain Pilgrim flask vases with gilt accents & painted with birds & floral clasps (Minton, 1948) (PRICED AS Pair)

Silver plated three branch candelabra. Circa 1930. H 36.5cm x W 26cm x D 26cm Please be in touch for an accurate shipping quote.

This is an antique master draughtsman's tool set. An English, case of cartographer's drawing instruments, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Comprehensive set of 17 pieces,...

A pair of Royal Worcester, bone china, Scissor Tailed Flycatchers by Dorothy Doughty .These are very difficult to find in great condition, and very rar...