European Decorative Objects

Raija Uosikkinen Decorative Plate for Arabia of Finland, 1985. Retains the original box.

A substantial, jumbo size, hand‑crafted malachite box made from genuine stone, prized for its extra‑large size, measuring an impressive 8 inches by 6 inches—a rare scale for malachit...

Small mechanical wall clock by Atlanta, original Mid-Century Modern. Made in Germany. Beautiful design in a compact size. With a 10-day movement. Fully functional and keeps precise t...

19th Century Swedish antique beautiful Mora clock " Tall case clock " Grandfather clock from Boden,Norrbotten Northern Sweden. The Mora clock is original painted. It has a lovely b...

A beautiful, spherical ceramic art deco vase. Amazing glaze with details in hand-painted gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Good original condition. Some ...

Giacomo by Haand: A set of 2 travertine vases, each featuring a unique design with varying sphere sizes and tall flower holders. With dimensions of 10 cm (4") in width and 25 cm (10...

This 20th century figurative sculpture from France is worked in richly toned metal. Its form follows honest, well-proportioned lines typical of well-made pieces from its era and regi...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown amethyst purple and gold flecks Italian art glass swan sculpture / bird figurine. The piece is documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950-...

A striking pair of English cast-iron hunting trophy wall plaques dating to the 19th century. Each richly modeled plaque is centered by a three-dimensional animal head, one depicting ...

This is a beautiful handmade concentric Millefiori, PY cane, Dark Glass Paperweight made by Paul Ysart in Scotland, during his early period, Circa 1930s. ...

Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind custom picnic basket. This basket features an authentic classic Louis Vuitton fabric liner inside the basket as well as a sturdy g...

French Majolica squirrel Cache Pot circa 1890. H / 8 inches , D / 10 by 9 inches.

This is a fine antique personal diary repository, originating from Scotland during the Victorian period, circa 1870. This striking book form keepsake case showcases the craftsmanship...

Wall clock produced by TN Telefonbau und Normalzeit in Germany during the 1960s. It features a grey iron frame, a white metal dial, an aluminium hands and a clear glass cover. The pi...

A black lacquered longcase clock with gilt chinoiserie decoration on the trunk door and base. The arched brass dial is signed Joseph Fordham of Braintree. Original weights and pendul...

Very well carved and superb condition, famous novel bookends. This wonderfully hand-carved pair of wooden bookends depicts two of literature’s most iconic figures: the noble and ide...

From France, a hand-made Fil de Fer, iron wire egg basket, circa 1890 – 1910. A petal top footed basket made of twisted metal wire, in a bulbous form, rustic with complex wire work....

A charming and highly decorative life-size Basset Hound sculpture, beautifully capturing the lovable character and unmistakable charm of this beloved breed. A wonderful example of cr...

This large Murano glass and gold bullicante paperweight by Cenedese was crafted in Italy around the 1980s and exemplifies the technical precision associated with the Venetian glass t...

“Time is an illusion” Most wall-clocks have the same basic shape: round. Also the same looking time-indication by numbers or stripes. “MOCAP” steps away from the basic. It’s appeara...

Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Imperial Green marble. Polished finishing. Dimensions: Small L 35 x W 17 x H 8 cm. Also available:...

Vase "Bacchantes" made in frosted crystal by Lalique France after a model by René Lalique from 1927. Engraved signature. Perfect condition with tag. Model still on sale in Lalique...

Pair of ruby red art glass vases belonging to the universe of mid-century Danish design and offered as an indivisible set. The pieces relate formally to the language developed by Per...

Greta Garbo Fountain pen by Montblanc, Swiss ca 2005 The MONTBLANC Greta Garbo fountain pen is a women's pen. The chic profile of the pen, that slightly curves. The fountain pen wit...

Spanish Handcrafted Rustic Water Jar with Plug, Terracotta Hand-made terracotta single handled water jar with cork lid, Spain 1930s-1940s. Traditional Spanish large terracotta jar or...

Gufram icons have become smaller and have turned into Guframinis! Designed in a 1:8 scale the new miniatures perfectly reproduce the famous original sculptures. Each "mini" creation ...

1960s Gorgeous amber and yellow ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent cond...

Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Otto Wichmann, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mat...

Hand-carved Spanish figural sculpture depicting the iconic literary character Don Quixote, rendered in an expressive elongated form with deeply faceted carving and exaggerated propor...

Beautiful purple and blue Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano glass vase. Made using the Sommerso (submerged) glass technique.

Italian designer Umberto Mascagni, based in Bologna, designed this alluring picture frame in the 1970s. The piece boasts silvered aluminum in brushed and frosted patterns, with a wav...

1900s Art Nouveau Art Glass vase with scenic landscape decoration by Émile Gallé, France By: Émile Gallé Material: glass, art glass Technique: cast, pressed, etched Dimensions: 3 in...

An amazing collection of German ice block glass Mid-Century Modern "Solifleur" vases, circa 1960s. These are heavy glass items in clear glass, outside like ice glass. There is a smal...

A beautifully understated stoneware vase by Danish ceramicist Myre Vasegaard (1911–2001), made in her own studio in the 1960s. The organically rounded form is characteristically rest...

Mid Century Murano lavender glass ashtray or bowl - fine quality - consistent color - polished flat base - unsigned - Italy - circa 1950's. Excellent ...

French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...

Iconic Royal Delft Tulip vase ‘spouted vase’ or Tulipiere. Style: Baroque, Antique Design: Royal Delft Colors: Blue and White Origin: The Netherlands,...

Embrace the timeless glamour of the 1930's with this exquisite French Art Deco jewelry box, handcrafted from amboyna wood. This French-made jewelry box boasts a luxurious aesthetic t...

Blow Up Basket in stainless steel designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Alessi. Brazil's Fernando and Humberto Campana created the artfully playful Alessi Blow Up Basket, a ...

An Italian moss green and black alabaster marble decorative object sphere, Italian Midcentury Modern to '70 Modern design periods, circa mid to late 20th century, 1960s, 1970s, Italy...

A fine antique German Art Deco period silver & enamel snuff box. Attributed to the workshops of Louis Kuppenheim in Pforzheim, Germany. In sterling silver. With a red enamel grou...

A stunning Murano art glass bowl from the 1960s, hand-blown at the Luigi Mandruzzato furnace (Molatura Vetri Murano). Crafted in the sommerso technique — developed and perfected in M...

A 1:1 cast model of a human skull in green verdigris bronze (artificial patina). It's made from a cast of a real human skull, probably female, and is complete with teeth, lower- and upper jaw. This particular example has a spooky and authentic feel to it. The skull as a symbol serves as a reminder of human mortality - memento mori. It was made in Europe...

An Extraordinary George III Chinoiserie Longcase Clock, 18th Century Description: This extraordinary George III Chinoiserie longcase clock is a masterclass in 18th-century luxury, c...

Petite mid-20th century glazed ceramic elephant flower pot seat. Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden.  

Matched pair of early Disko metal vases designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Pair of fan-shaped metal vases with vertical lines and lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D20 ...

Vintage Solid Brass Nude Lady Letter Opener, Austria, Mid-20th Century A striking vintage letter opener cast in solid brass and modeled as a reclining nude female figure. This decor...

Impressive large-scale French Art Deco figural sculpture by Georges Gori, depicting an elegant seated woman flanked by two long-tailed birds, France, circa 1925-1930. The compositio...

A charming Austrian midcentury shaker set from the 1950s, displaying a cute monkey holding salt and pepper shakers. A humorous design by Walter Bosse, manufactured by Hertha Baller i...

Taking inspiration from planetary shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection artfully explores the interplay of metal properties and a curated selection of patina finishes. Handcraf...

Austrian, Continental Silver (.835), chamberstick in the 17th Century Style, dated Ca. 1900, maker's initials FR. Measures 4 1/4 inches high x 4 inches diameter x 5 inches wide from ...

Original large Murano glass vase Sommerso in style Flavio Poli made in Italy in the 1970s. The vintage vase is in good vintage condition. Dimensions: Width: 8 cm / 3.15 inches Heig...

For your consideration is this very attractive Art Deco table/ desk clock. The movement we believe is of a German manufacturer origin because the chapter ring is marked “Foreign”, wh...

A striking Mid-Century Modern Murano Sommerso ashtray or decorative dish designed by Flavio Poli, showcasing his mastery of faceted block glass...

A superb mid-century modern letter opener made by the highly collectable silversmith, Brian Leslie Fuller. Made from solid English silver fully hallmarked for London 1979 together ...

Vintage traditional woven wicker case in a classic pattern. Made by an unknown manufacturer in France circa 1940 Inside a serving set of 4 plastic dishes, mugs and cutlery, and a ch...

A vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract Brutalist sculpture, décor piece made of hand crafted raw metal, in good condition. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent w...

This exceptional Murano art glass vase is a remarkable example of Italian master craftsmanship from the 1960s. Monumental in scale and sculptural in execution, it embodies the artist...

French Majolica Terracotta Blue Rabbit Bavent Circa 1900.

Rare Mint Original 1900 French Mystery Water Wheel Rolling Ball Industrial Clock This rare French Industrial Waterwheel Clock (circa 1900) is a masterpiece of horological engineering...