Italian Decorative Objects

Bruno Gambone Vase, Ceramic, White, Stripes, Signed. Medium scale bottle form vase with sloped shoulders and decorated with a dark orange angled stripe over an off-white speckled gla...

A refined sculpture, entirely handcrafted from a single block of fine Statuario marble. Each piece begins with the careful selection of the marble, chosen for the purity of its tones...

1 of 7 Jamie Hayon decorative objects for Cassina. Hayon crafts a collection of minimalist, functional objects for the modern home, envisioned as a scrupulous dedication to the use o...

An Italian leather and suede jewelry tray, Modern/Midcentury Modern design, made exclusively for B. Altman and Co., New York, NY, circa mid-20th century o...

Very peculiar letter opener designed by Gabriella Crespi in '70s. The letter opener has a very beautiful handle in shape of seahorse, the object is in metal. There is the signature o...

A Very Fine and Charming Italian Late 19th to early 20th-Century Carrara Marble Sculpture Group Titled “The Village Celebration” by Professor Antonio Garella (Italian, 1863-1919). The intricately, impressive and exceptionally carved statuary marble group depicting a dancing and singing group of Italian villagers, dancing and singing in a lively embrace, holding hands and arms. The joyful scene includes a figure playing an accordion, another holding a wicker basket, and a hunter with a rifle slung over his back, accompanied by his hunting dog. The sculpture is elegantly mounted on a swiveling, carved green marble pedestal. Signed: Profre A. Garella – Galleria P. Bazzanti, Firenze. Circa: Florence, 1900. Antonio Giuseppe Garella (1863–1919) was an Italian sculptor renowned for his work in marble, alabaster, and bronze during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Ferrara (some sources cite Bologna), he trained at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence and in Bologna before establishing himself in Florence, where he became a prominent figure in the city’s artistic community. Often referred to as "Professor Antonio Garella," he was closely associated with the Galleria P. Bazzanti, a prestigious hub for sculpture sales and exhibitions. Garella’s career spanned the fin-de-siècle period, blending neoclassical influences with romantic, narrative themes inspired by everyday Italian life and classical antiquity. His sculptures, known for their intricate carving and emotional expressiveness, include lively portrayals, as seen in The Village Celebration. Other notable works include The Love Letter, a white marble figure of a young woman reading, evoking tender emotion; La Notte (The Night), a nude sculpture of a flying maiden above an orb; Diane of Gabii, a life-size marble inspired by classical antiquity; and Apollo and Daphne, a large marble sculpture modeled after Gianlorenzo Bernini’s 17th-century masterpiece in the Borghese Villa, Rome. In Apollo and Daphne, drawn from Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Garella captures the myth of the chaste nymph Daphne, pursued by the young god Apollo, who is bewitched by Cupid to fall in love with her. As Daphne prays to her river-god father to escape Apollo’s advances, she transforms into a laurel tree. Garella, like Bernini, sensitively carves Daphne’s feet and hands morphing into leaves and branches, while Ovid notes that Apollo can still feel her heart beating beneath the bark. Garella’s monumental commissions further highlight his prominence, including a 1904 statue of Garibaldi in Pistoia and two statues, L’Architettura and La Musica, for the Vittorio Emanuele II Monument in Rome. Though not as celebrated as Antonio Canova (1757–1822), Garella significantly contributed to Florence’s marble sculpture tradition, bridging academic styles with emerging 20th-century trends and influencing decorative arts. His masterpieces, often crafted through ateliers like Galleria P. Bazzanti, remain highly valued in European and American private collections, with limited auction records due to their scarcity in the antiques trade market. Related Literature: A. Panzetta, Nuovo dizionario degli scultori italiani, Turin, 2003, vol. I. Museums: • Museo Civico di Prato (Prato Civic Museum) - Prato, Italy Ritratto di Filippino Lippi (Portrait of Filippino Lippi) Bronze and marble bust portraying the Renaissance painter Filippino Lippi (1457–1504), reflecting Garella's skill in portraiture and historical homage. • Fondazione Sgarbi (Sgarbi Foundation; a private cultural institution with museum-like functions, focused on art collections) - Ro Ferrarese, Italy Saffo (Sappho) Polymaterial bust (likely marble and other media) depicting the ancient Greek poet Sappho, emphasizing classical themes. • Muzeum Palac-Herbsta – Łódź, Poland...

Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass bowl element, ash tray was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Ital...

A lovely rectangular box manufactured in Italy in the manner of Dior home, it's in good conditions overall. The 1980s Italian Box is a striking and distinctive piece that embodies th...

A bold and colourful Murano glass bowl by Archimede Seguso, crafted in Italy during the 1960s using the traditional sommerso technique. The form blends layers of translucent white al...

Wonderfully detailed Art Nouveau style alabaster carved bust of a woman with a sheer dress wearing a head band by famous Italian artist Antonio Frilli. Signed “A. Frilli Firenze" ...

Pair of mid-20th century Renaissance Revival hand-painted ceramic jars with lids by Fratelli Mari from Deruta, Italy By: Fratelli Mari, Deruta Material: ceramic, paint, enamel Techn...

Pair of large branches of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum), mounted on large octagonal alabaster bases with guilt bronze profile. Connection with a spherical bronze element...

Large Italian Ceramic Tiger, 1970s Hollywood Regency A stunning large hand-painted ceramic animal sculpture of a seated tiger. A very lifelike and anatomically correct large cat statue...

Very cute vintage Murano hand blown red and clear Italian art glass puppy dog sculpture / paperweight. The figurine is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The puppy dog still re...

Article: Murano glass vase Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli attributed. Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass vases was designed by Fla...

An Italian Murano glass vase manufactured in the 1960s.

Huge Italian Murano glass hand blown fish figure with colorful decorative spots and stripes, Italy, 1950s. Blue, red, orange, yellow and green accents...

🎁 Holiday Tip: This figurine makes a thoughtful and unexpected Christmas gift for dog lovers, vintage enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates characterful design. Pair it with a floral arrangement or antique book for a poetic seasonal presentation. Dimensions: 12x17x22cm Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age. This charming mid-century ceramic basset hound...

Nicely grained Travertene stone floor vase. Could double as umbrella holder or planter pot.

“Inciso” – Murano glass vase by Paolo Venini. Large oval-section vase in “pesante” midnight blue glass with a darker layer. The exterior body completely incised with a wheel. Referen...

Italian silver Photo/ Picture Frame by Livi Giancarlo, Firenze, 1960s Italian silver photo frame with hammered pattern and glass, made by Livi Giancarlo, Firenze Thin silver attach...

1970s Gorgeous green vase by Industria Vetraria Valdarnese, mouth-blown glass and handmade. Made in Italy. Signed with the original label. This vase is in excellent condition. Made i...

Big Collina Vase Extra Colour - Clear Dark Ruby, Aqua, Emerald, Mauve Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce for Fish Design 1995 collection. Measures: L - ø 40cm x H 24cm Col...

"Orgues” Silver Vase Designed by Jacques Sitoleux for Christolfe 1969 DIMENSIONS Height: 12-1/2 inches Width: 5-1/8 inches Dept...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Summers emerald tree and golden honey color Italian art glass bunny rabbit figurine sculpture. The piece is attributed to designer Archimede Segus...

Stunning Mid-Century sculptural vase.

The Tall Cartoccio Bowl-Vase features a distinctive ribbed texture and an irregular, sculptural form that reflects its unique crafting process. Each piece varies slightly in size and...

Murano Art Glass 'Spira Aurata Striato Vase' by Ercole Barovier, Barovier e Toso, Italy, 1966. Spira Aurata series oval-section conical vase in blown glass with polychrome garnet, r...

Set of 3 brass flamingo sculptures, 1960. Decorative sculptures made of brass, depicting three flamingos with elegant and slender shapes. Overall good condition, with patina consist...

A remarkable Mid-Century Modernist hand-blown Murano glass vase, featuring intricate battuto texturing and stylized organic detailing, rendered in a stunning cerulean blue hue, Italy...

Great sample of one most important designers of the 20th century, Glazed ceramic, Gio Ponti, made for Richard Ginori and marked S Christoforo, Milano.

Vintage asymetric form Italian handmade Giuliano Mian / Formia Sommerso vase created in multi-colour layers of Murano glass. The glass is clear, cobalt blue, green and pink, gold fo...

A fine Italian art glass vase. Attributed to Salviati. With a vasiform body and everted trumpet form base. Simply a wonderful vase! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall Con...

A relatively large, well-made, Italian sterling silver picture frame with beautiful etched design, circa late-20th century, Italy. Frame can be positioned vertically or horizontally ...

This decorative amphora, produced in Italy in the early 20th century, draws inspiration from the celebrated traditions of ancient Greek pottery. Crafted in terracotta and finished wi...

Stunning and vibrant, 40 cm high, jug vase with sgrafitto and hand-painted colored glossy pattern of stylised women. On the base is painted Italy 7882. Fratelli Fanciullacci Potte...

This exquisite 19th-century antique Italian Carrara marble bust is a beautifully sculpted portrait of a young girl, created by the renowned sculptor Pietro Canonica (1869–1959), whos...

This rare Venetian frame entirely carved in high-relief shows a rich decor of scrolls, garlands, daisy flowers and thistles. At the four corners of the frame are depicted large acant...

Muscular torso in stoneware, after the classical greek and Roman sculptures. with a good patina. Signed but not readable (see last picture). Probably circa 1930.

Fancy, artistic and joyful! The antique paperweight was handcrafted by a master glass blower. This is not only a practical office item, but also a small work of art - elegant, sophi...

Veronese vase by Barovier & Toso. Vetro soffiato verde con bulbo centrale e piede a disco. Pointed engraved signature Barovier & Toso Murano. A historic Murano glass company, Barovie...

Calamaio a forma di sarcofago in marmi pregiati, Roma, inizi del 19 secolo, epoca Grand Tour. I calamai a sarcofago del Grand Tour sono oggetti di lusso del XVIII e XIX secolo ispi...

Italian 19th century bronze bust of Augustus Ceasar, finely detailed and well patinated, standing on turned ebonized wood and marble socle plinth base.

A refined Murano Sommerso art glass bowl attributed to Flavio Poli, featuring a sophisticated blend of pink, amber, and smoky tones—an elegant color palette characteristic of mid-cen...

Maestro Renato Anatra Large Sommerso Murano Art Glass Bird Sculpture Signed By the artist as pictured. Also retains original labels.

Contemporary vase designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 and edited by Fish design. Made in fumé blue and matt turquoise resin. Unique piece. Italy Measurements: Diameter 22cm x H 36cm ...

Charming Italian Mid-Century Florentine hand crafted box. This gilt-wood box can be used to store your favorite pieces of jewelry as well a stand alone piece on a coffee table as dec...

Designed by the legendary House of Gucci, this exceptional picture frame is a rare example of Italian luxury mastery. The piece was expertly crafted in Italy, circa 1970. The photo f...

Calzetta Da Ravenna (Attivo Tra IL 1496 E IL 1543 circa) Severo. Circle of. Candlestick depicting a kneeling satyr. The model of the present bronze is the ""kneeling satyr"" attributed to Severo Calzetta da Ravenna, one of the main Paduan bronze sculptors of the first half of the 16th century, whose figure was rediscovered by Planiscig in 1935 (L. Planiscig, ""Severo da Ravenna...

Italian Plaster Male Torso Sculpture Of A Classical Athlete. Offered is a handsome lifesize Italian plaster male torso sculpture on plinth. This is a beautiful detailed copy of an or...

Rectangular pocket cigarette case with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire-enamelled stripes. With button and spring opening. Measurements cm. 10.3 x 5.8 ...

A very rare Pulegoso Murano glass picture frame designed and produced by the world famous glass house Venini C1938 . Impressed Venini Murano to easle support.

we present this pair of very rare and unique table lamps in the world, these are two totally restored lamps from the 1950s, wicker dome, lead sculptures...

Large submerged Murano art crystal and green glass vase. This wonderful item was produced during the 1950s in Italy and it is attributable to...

This beautifully aged brass planter brings effortless elegance and old-world charm to any space. Crafted with a faceted, octagonal silhouette and finished in a warm, naturally patina...

Green, White and Purple 5 layered Murano Glass Sommerso Geode Bowl, Italy, 1960s. Hand blown Murano Sommerso square shaped geode bowl in green color with interior in purple and layer...

Large Vintage Murano Glass Fish, Italy, 1970s It has always belonged to my family, purchased by my grandparents in Murano. Perfectly preserv...

Striking Murano Sommerso block vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s, showcasing his mastery of color layering and geometric form. This ...

Rare genuine large murano glass aquarium sculpture by renowned murano glass artist Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese circa 1950. featuring four colorful fish swimming through multicolored...

Vintage Onyx Lidded Box with Stripes - For Cigarettes or Jewelry - Yellow Stone, Handpainted Italy 1970s - Decorative Piece, Elegant Gift This vintage lidded box from 1970s Italy is...