Oceanic Decorative Objects

mid-20th century Tami Islands Papua new guinea wooden feast bowl Of classic form, each end carved with raised and incised imagery depicting stylized sea cr...

Aluminium Gio Hook by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 8 x H 12 cm Materials: Aluminium The Gio Hook is sand cast in Aluminium. Named after Signor Ponti, fo...

Striking one of a kind organic branch coral assemblage crafted in sustainable specimens with mother nature's sea inspired colors and forms. Presented on a lucite base to enhance the ...

Large and exceptional vintage tribal carved green jade/nephrite axe from Sentani, Papau New Guinea. The Axe is mounted in a custom made bronze base and is...

Brass Coaster Holder With Black Coaster Set by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 11 x D 4 x H 5 cm (Coaster Holder dimensions) Materials: Solid brass, Leather Sand cast in solid brass and...

Steel Vase III by Duzi Objects Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through ...

Steel Vase V by Duzi Objects Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through hi...

Steel Vase 1 by Duzi Objects Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through hi...

ADT Handle Brass by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 3 x W 9 x H 1.8 cm Materials: Brass This versatile handle can be used for cabinetry, sliding doors and sash windows. Can be specif...

Stunning Steel Vase IV by Duzi Objects Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes ...

Gorgeous Steel Vase II by Duzi Objects Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes ...

Vintage Monumental Carved Wood Tiki Sculpture. French Polynesia.Tahiti. Wonderfully carved, Strong presence. Carved signed Creation Sanobo,, (see photo). Hand delivery avail to New Y...

Turned and hand carved five lobe bowl from a single piece of figured monkey pod wood. Hawaii, circa 1950.

Banded Iron Fossil Formation Circa 2.9 Billion y/o This spectacular banded iron formation from Port Hedland, Western Australia, provides evid...

Vintage Tomi Leather Stuffed Polar Bear with Label & Tag VGC 1960's100% of item proceeds benefits a non-profit animal shelter: The Ferret Association of CT*Used but in very good used...

An old and authentic votive board representing the spirit of water, Shamanic, Primitive Arts, Tribal Art, Brutalist, Shabby-Chic, in carved wood and painted with patina due to use, c...

Dundas, Tasmania, Australia This piece is a beautifully arranged large cabinet sized specimen with deep orange to red long prismatic crystals. The abundant growth of Crocoite at thi...

An exceptional, old and authentic, adornment or tunic or mask -full!- of Oceanian ceremony, with a double or split figure, on its very beautiful contemporary base in raw steel, Shama...

Introducing the Wing Water Vessel, a versatile piece that is sure to elevate your dining table or living space. This unique vessel serves as both a water vessel and a vase, making it...

Introducing the Wing Water Vessel, a versatile piece that is sure to elevate your dining table or living space. This unique vessel serves as both a water vessel and a vase, making it...

Introducing the Wing Water Vessel, a versatile piece that is sure to elevate your dining table or living space. This unique vessel serves as both a water vessel and a vase, making it...

Introducing the Wing Water Vessel, a versatile piece that is sure to elevate your dining table or living space. This unique vessel serves as both a water vessel and a vase, making it...

Introducing the Wing Water Vessel, a versatile piece that is sure to elevate your dining table or living space. This unique vessel serves as both a water vessel and a vase, making it...

We are excited to introduce the latest addition to the Object Van Brandenburg family - the Fluted Vase. The Fluted Vase is a testament to both elegance and craftsmanship. Its unique...

We are excited to introduce the latest addition to the Object Van Brandenburg family - the Fluted Vase. The Fluted Vase is a testament to both elegance and craftsmanship. Its unique...

We are excited to introduce the latest addition to the Object Van Brandenburg family - the Fluted Vase. The Fluted Vase is a testament to both elegance and craftsmanship. Its unique...

Solid Brass Aesop Oil Burner by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 13 x D 11 x H 7 cm Materials: Brass An object of substance and beauty, a unique, refined alternative to traditional burners. Designed for Aesop by Studio Henry Wilson...

An exceptionally rare pair of John Campbell planter pots. The design is attributed to John Cambell's son, Rupert John Campbell. John Campbell produced decorative pots at his brick works and pottery in Launceston, Tasmania from 1880 until 1975. Rupert John inherited his father's works and was a skilled artisan and potter. He developed presses for decorative pottery. This beautiful pair of jardinières likely date to the early 1900s. They were passed down through three generations. The original owner gave them to her son. In the 1980s the (then elderly) son gifted them to a friend (the last owner before this sale). At the time they received them they were made aware of their age and rarity. Now, another forty years later, they are potentially the only pair in existence. Only one similar John Campbell un-glazed terracotta 'umbrella stand' can be found on record. It was sold in 2008 in Tasmania, at a 'Fine Colonial Decorative Arts' auction run by Mossgreen Auctions, a reputable auction house, though since closed. I can find no other reference to this model, except an acknowledgement of the existence of an un-glazed terracotta umbrella stand, in the definitive record of Campbell's work by Kevin Power, 'John Campbell Pottery: Recollections and Collections' published 2014. These are of the same design and size but were manufactured with drainage holes in the base. They were clearly decorated using a press but the clay slabs were pushed into the press by hand. The interior of each pot shows the marks of hammers used to force the clay into the face of the press pattern. They have a hand-crafted appearance, with hand finished mould lines to each side and there are pressing faults apparent in various areas of the pattern. Tasmania was notably independent in production of most household goods, due to the isolation of the colony right up until the turn of the 19th century. Being at the farthest reaches of the British Empire, settled as a penal colony, with a relatively low consumer population, it was not a market for the high-volume import of domestic goods. As a consequence, household wares and decorative pieces produced in Tasmania through the 19th century represent a wholly independent category of Australian colonial design, production and craft. These pots are highly collectable and scarce artifacts of one of Tasmania’s earliest industries. In aesthetic terms, many Tasmanian artifacts are notable for following British, Georgian and Victorian fashions but with a colonial character of their own devising. Local characteristics became a stronger feature of Tasmanian decoration over time. Note the classical Georgian/Victorian chinoiserie motif of a bird foraging among rushes. In this case, the local interpretation depicts a Brolga (the largest Australian wetland bird) foraging amongst native Australian reeds and water lilies. Another of the things that sets early Tasmanian artifacts apart is the way in which necessity forced artistic production in pottery to be less refined than that of their British counterparts. A broad range of products had to be produced to meet local requirements, often by a single producer. John Campbell’s pottery is a great example of this practical necessity. It produced everything from industrial drainage pipes and bricks to household pottery and decorative items, all from a relatively small family run factory. Their domestic wares were so well trusted and appreciated that they by the 1940s they made their way all over the mainland of Australia. Under these circumstances, the refinement of decorative technique was not as great a priority as utility, consistent quality of production and durability. As a consequence, Australian colonial works and their early 20th century descendants such as these pots, are hugely appealing. They have an idiosyncratic and vernacular appearance, with British and European stylistic trends of their day overlaying a base of inventiveness, local interpretation and sturdy functionality. We hope you can appreciate the rarity and significance of this well-preserved pair of planter...

A lovely kiln-formed and wheel cut mosaic glass bowl from Klaus Moje's time in Canberra. Cf.: Dan Klein, "Artists in Glass - Late twentieth Century Masters...

Aegis Vase 350 by Lost Profile Studio Dimensions: ⌀ 15 x H 35 cm Materials: Brass, White Glass Finishes: Aged Brass (waxed) only Notes: The brass...

Aegis Vase 450 by Lost Profile Studio Dimensions: ⌀ 20 x H 45 cm Materials: Brass, White Glass Finishes: Aged Brass (waxed) only Notes: The brass...

Early Handcrafted glass vase by Michael Harris for Mdina Glass on the Mediterranean Island of Malta. Signed Mdina on the base. Michael was inspired by the scenery of the island and t...

Casted glass banana in lime by Devon Made inspired by blown glass fruit makers and collectors from the 1960's. The light playful approach to everyday frui...

Very nicely hand turned bespoke wooden bowl, made from Jarrah Wood originating from Australia. Turned by hand, the bowl has a wonderful thick rim to it, giving a very nice chunky ap...

A stunning and large antique tribal carved wooden feast bowl originating from Papau New Guinea and dating from the early 20th century. The bowl is hand chip...

A very nice organic modern solid New Zealand walnut bowl / centerpiece, circa 1980s. This gorgeous bowl is 12" in diameter and 3" high and in very good condition with no chips or cr...

Fine large Antique Aboriginal Wunda shield in hard wood carved on both sides with a highly artistic Zigzag Geometric fluted design colored with red and and white pigment & paint. The...

Brass Coaster Holder With Tan Coaster Set by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 11 x D 4 x H 5 cm (Coaster Holder dimensions) Materials: Solid brass, Leather Sand cast in solid brass and h...

Aluminium Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 4 x D 7 x H 8 cm Materials: Aluminium, Brass, Black Bronze Bottle Bracket is a solid, hand poured form available in dual or si...

A collection of three carved wood crocodile head boat prows from Papua New Guinea. These mid-20th century Papua New Guinean boat prows have been carved ...

A decorative group of 6 large mounted natural native, copper and silver specimens displayed on our small painted plaster bases. Ex. British collection, this superb group includes native silver from Imider Mine in Morocco, one of the largest mines on the African continent, and native copper from Keweenaw, USA – also known as “Copper County” – where copper was highly sought after for its quality and purity. Further details below: A: Copper specimen...

A highly collectable and delightful silver gilt novelty egg containing a hummingbird by renowned silversmith and artist Stuart Devlin (Australian, 1931-2018) and dated 1977. Stuart D...

Sculptural organic modern black ceramic art candlestick or small vase with thick terracotta peach colored stripes. Winding body with two short “arms” and asymmetrical base. Handmade ...

Handcrafted ceramic candle holder with the candle inside and engraved ram pattern on the body green colour, it is beautiful and luxurious. It can bring warmth to your home interior a...

Wonderful hand produced bowl, made from solid Mallee wood. Originates from Australia. Very nice smooth finished bowl, contrasting to the textured exterior. Signed Bailey to the under...

Contemporary New Zealand Levi Hawken "False Idol" wood sculpture. Mahogany with black varnish. Also available in mahogany with mid brown varnish. Can also be used as a cocktail table...

'Murrine Quadrants Stoppered Bottle in Pale Blue & Salmon' is a unique glass artwork by the British artist, Peter Bowles. Initially studying glass at Stourbridge College of Art and...

Aluminium Ribbon Hook by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 8 x H 12 cm Materials: Aluminium The Ribbon Hook is sand cast in solid aluminium. Ribbon hook has two protruding blocks to ...

Wonderful hand turned wooden bowl produced by Terry Baker. Made from Bimble Box, from the Eucalyptus group. Originates from Australia and dates from the 1990s. Beautifully shaped, w...

Brass Trio Candle Holder Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 18 x H 3 cm Materials: Brass Trio holds three candles in a solid, hand poured, brass form. Trio candleholder is manufactured in...

This giant Pacific clam shell is all natural and with wonderful details. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WILL SHIP FROM OUR MIAMI, FLORIDA SHOWROOM.

'Murrine Quadrants in Salmon & Primrose II' is a unique glass artwork by the British artist, Peter Bowles. Initially studying glass at Stourbridge College of Art and Design, Peter ...

A wonderful pair of vintage oversized polychrome hand carved wooden Tiki mask wall hangings with snakes above the faces dating to probably to the mid 20th century. Very good overall ...

A unique postmodern hand-painted glazed ceramic vase by Australian artist Jiri Bures, late 20th century. Featuring an elaborate geometric shape, molded spiral handles, and an almost ...

Set of 3 Almendres Candle Holders by Henry Wilson Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 3 cm Materials: Brass The Almendres Candle Holder is a solid, hand-poured brass form with an almond-shaped pro...

This delightful trinket box made of specimen New Zealand timbers was made in the mid 1950s. New Zealand at this time had a small but viable tourism industry, based on the country's e...

Brass Ribbon Hook by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 8 x H 12 cm Materials: Brass The Ribbon Hook is sand cast in solid brass. Ribbon hook has two protruding blocks to allow you to...

Stunning copper wire sculpture of generous thickness depicting an acrobat woman in exercise positioned on a circle of canvas rubber, created by Maria Vittoria Urbinati in 2010. The b...