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Period: 17th Century
Pair of 17th C. French Walnut Panels of Saint Paul and Saint Teresa of Ávila
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved in France circa 1680, this important pair of ecclesiastical walnut panels depicts Saint Paul the Apostle and Saint Teresa of Ávila, each rendered in high relief with impressiv...
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French Napoleon III Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Antique Chinese Porcelain Hatcher Cargo Kraak Ghendi Porcelain, South China
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely decorated kraak Ghendi with a geometrical decoration. The piece was part of the Hatcher Collection. Auctioned by Christies Amsterdam in 1984. It is...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large French 17th-18th Century Louis XIV Trivet
Located in Soest, NL
17th-18th century French Louis XIV period trivet. It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
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French Louis XIV Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 4 Chinese 16/17th Porcelain Ming China Bowls Horse & Valuables
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated lot of bowls. 30-12-18-1-10. 30-12-18-1-7 Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Country of Manufacturing: China Region of Origin: China Perio...
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Chinese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Keith Murray - Moonstone Glaze Vase for Wedgwood, Model Number 3802 Circa 1935
Located in CA, CA
Keith Murray Moonstone Vase, by Wedgwood, Model Number 3802 Circa 1935 An Earthenware, "moonstone" glaze, globe vase with circular undulating ridged de...
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British Art Deco Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Ceramic

Large Dehua Blanc de Chine European Figure and Lion Kangxi Period, 17th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain grouping of a man Riding a giant Foo Lion, accompanied by an attedant and two puppys Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the ...
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Chinese Qing Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

French 17th Century Double Coq - Rooster Sculpture
Located in Round Top, TX
A terrific 17th century Double Coq - Rooster Sculpture from the South of France. Beautifully crafted in iron by a riveting technique and mounted on its stone base. The roosters were ...
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French Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

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Iron

Chinese Kangxi Period Porcelain Dish Romand of Western Chamber Marked, 17th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice dish with a beautifully painted scene of the Romance of the Western Chamber. We think this is the story of Yinying receiving good news delivered by the page boy. This is a...
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Chinese Qing Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Carved wooden saint figure, Probably Saint Bernard. Portugal, 17th century
Located in Lisboa, PT
This is a finely carved wooden statue, most likely representing Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, a prominent figure in the Cistercian order. Originating from Portugal and dating back to t...
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Portuguese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Cast Bronze Louis XIII Period Candlesticks, 17th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Robustly cast with stepped bases baluster form bodies and large bobeches, retaining original iron prickets
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French Louis XIII Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A decidingly charming Chinese polychromed and gilt cast bronze figure of Nanhai Guanyin, Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century, China. Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, is portrayed here as a beatific figure seated upon a raised lotus pedestal over waves. Guanyin is dressed in heavy robes, and wears an elaborate headdress. The small figure of Amitabha Buddha in the headdress positively identifies this figure as Guanyin. Guanyin rests one hand in his lap, holding a cup of pure water said to be able to alleviate all suffering. His other hand is raised, holding a willow branch which is used to sprinkle the healing waters. The two lotus blossoms to either side of Guanyin would originally have supported figures of the acolytes...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Japanese Porcelain Dishes Unusual Shape Kutani Marked, 19th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Introducing this unusually shaped and beautifully painted pair of Kutani dishes from the Meiji period, dating back to the 19th century. Both marked at the base. Additional informat...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Gold Ornaments of Antique Chinese Buddha Statues / 17th-19th Centuries
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is thought to be part of the decoration of a gilt-bronze Buddha made in ancient China, from the late Ming to the Qing dynasties. It is thought that it is probably an ornament t...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Christ Sculpture, 17th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Almost life-size Christ sculpture of the 17th century. Wood carved and set.
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Italian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Italian Early 18th Century Giltwood Torchère or Floor Lamp, 1720
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Italian early 18th century giltwood torchère on triform base carved on the front side, with seven scrolled gilt-metal candle arms. Measures: 215 x 45 cm.
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Italian Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Ancient Vessel with Lug Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
An ancient vessel carved from a very hard stone using a simple drill and was most likely used for the storage of ointment or liquids. The small lug handles allowed the vessel to be s...
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European Egyptian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Of Late 17th Century Italian Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant pair of bronze candle sticks from the end of the 17th century from Italy Beautiful appearance and good quality with small traces of wear which make their charm Very beautif...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Kosometsuke Tianqi/Chongzhen Plate Porcelain Winter Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a winter landscape. Late Ming. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Emperor: Chongzhen (1627-1644), Tianqi (1620-1627) Region of ...
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Chinese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Japanese Porcelain Tea Dishes Floral with Hangers, c. 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Edo , c. 1700. Tea Bowl and dish. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Pe...
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Japanese Edo Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

17th-18th Century Woman's Head, Carved in Sandstone
Located in Kastrup, DK
17th-18th century woman's head, carved in sandstone. From pagoda / temple in Burma. Mounted on a light sandstone base. Charming, untouched with good...
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Burmese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of French Louis XIV Period 1690s Carved Cherub Appliques from Strasbourg
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XIV period late 17th century carved cherub appliques from Strasbourg, with scrolling design. Born in the Alsacien city of Strasbourg in 1690s (which was annexe...
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French Louis XIV Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 17th Century Italian Red Silk Casket or Box on Stand
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an early 17th century Italian wooden casket or box, possibly pine, with slightly vaulted lid covered with red silk and adorned with appliqued foliate velvet with em...
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Italian Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Edo Period Double Gourd Japanese Arita Vases Figure landscape, 17/18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed pieces in display condition. Scene of a figural landscape scene. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Arita Region of Orig...
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Japanese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Late 17th Century White Marble Carved Child Nude Cupid Sculpture on Gilded Base
Located in Brescia, IT
This exceptional white marble of the Sleeping Cupid sculpture, lying on a finely carved giltwood base, was created by the well known Florence artist Gioacchino Fortini, living in Flo...
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Italian Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

17th Century Portuguese Pair of Antique Baroque Gilded Pinewood Table Bases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique pair of Portuguese Baroque architectural table bases made of hand carved Pinewood, in good condition. The partly gilded pieces are particularized by floral décor. Authenti...
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Giltwood

17th Century Casket Venetian School Laquered and Gilded Wood
Located in Milan, IT
17th century, Venetian School Stipo - Casket Lacquered and gilded wood, Measures: H. 46 cm; 50 x 31 cm Elegant cabinet of imperious and noble presence. The leonine corbels highl...
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Italian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Chinese Black and Green Leaf Glazed Porcelain Pear Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese (17th Century-style) black glazed ceramic pear-shaped vase decorated with a green leaf on the front and back.    
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Chinese Export Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue & White Plate Xieyi Landscape, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in Late Ming style. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Co...
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Chinese Qing Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century French Stone Bust
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An extremely rare 17th Century French life size headless bust of a robed male mounted on a steel base. This bust has had a small amount of restoration, ...
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French Folk Art Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Small Spanish Colonial Neoclassical Ceramic Urn
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small Spanish Colonial Neoclassical Ceramic Urn. Two handles with lion heads and cherub details. Made in Peru circa 1640. A rare and early Spanish Colonial glazed ceramic urn, made ...
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Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Porcelain 19th c Meiji Arita Boys Figural Polychrome dish
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this unusual and magnificent plate from the Meiji period (19th century). It has a very interesting and lovely polychrome scene of different figures in a garden/pond ...
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Chinese Meiji Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 17th Century Dutch or English Bronze Candlestick/Candleholder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique bronze candlestick. Dating from the end of the 17th century. Likely Dutch or English. With a slightly orange hue a...
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Dutch Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Flemish Carved Pricket Candlestick with Putti Late 16th or Early 17th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A beautifully carved antique Flemish wooden pricket candlestick with putti dating from the late 16th or early 17th century. The floor standing candlestick...
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Dutch Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Italian 17th Century Giltwood Fragments
Located in Round Top, TX
An absolutely stunning set of two 17th century architectural fragments from Venice, Italy. Beautifully carved in giltwood with a pomegranate motif, a symbol of resurrection and the h...
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Italian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

French Louis XIV Messenger Box Leather Wrapped Wood - France - 17th 18th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Rare Louis XIV period messenger box, Late 17th Early 18th century, in wood sheathed in black-tinted leather with a radiant sun motif. This solar decoration is certainly a reference t...
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French Louis XIV Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Wood

Christ in Boxwood, France, late 16th-early 17th century".
Located in PARIS, FR
Christ in Boxwood, France, late 16th-early 17th century Beautiful corpse of Christ with missing arms. He must have been on the Cross, arms in a horiz...
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French Renaissance Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Boxwood

Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Kraak Plate Fenghuang and Pagoda
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely potted and painted kraak plate of a desirable cobalt blue! Stunning piece with beautiful and rare scene. Absolute top Quality kraak ware Condition some fritting to r...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Marble Lion, Périgord, 17th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Marble lion white marble France, probably Périgord, 17th century Small marble lion wearing a coat of arms pendant with the engraved date, ...
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French Renaissance Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Marble Lion, Périgord, 17th Century
Marble Lion, Périgord, 17th Century
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Italian 17th Century Pair Decorative Torchères Hand-Carved Walnut Giltwood
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian precious original 17th century pair of decorative columns , Torchères, hand-carved walnut gold leaf covered, on a tripod base.
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Italian Classical Roman Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Large French 17th Century Louis XIV Trivet
Located in Soest, NL
17th century French Louis XIV period trivet. It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.
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French Louis XIV Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Chinese Porcelain Hatcher Cargo Kraak Ghendi porcelain South China
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nicely decorated kraak Ghendi with a geometrical decoration. The piece was part of the Hatcher Collection. Auctioned by Christies Amsterdam in 1984. It is in very good condition. The Hatcher Junk...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Aharon Bezalel Cast Bronze, Modernist, Brutalist, c 1969
Located in Buffalo, NY
Aharon Bezalel Cast Bronze, modernist, brutalist. c 1969, Wonderful form and artistry.
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Brutalist Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty painted terracotta courtsman figure with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its weathered appearance and subtle polychromy, this Ming Dynasty terracotta courtsman figure exudes historical charm and elegance. This exquisite statuette, dating from the Chinese Ming Dynasty, features a courtsman resting on a hexagonal base, providing a stable and aesthetically pleasing foundation. Topped with a simple headdress and clothed in a long, flowing robe, the figure showcases a slight movement of the hips, creating a sense of liveliness and grace. His right arm is extended in a gesture, while his left arm remains hidden under his clothes, adding an element of mystery and sophistication. The original polychromy, though weathered, adds a touch of vibrant color that enhances the figure's visual appeal and historical authenticity. This Chinese courtsman figure will make for an exquisite decorative addition to any home. Its refined elegance and rich cultural heritage make it a versatile piece, perfect for placing on a commode, side table, or shelf. Whether in a living room, study, or entryway, this Ming Dynasty figure will bring a touch of ancient Chinese artistry and timeless beauty to any interior space. With its harmonious blend of form and function, this painted terracotta courtsman figure celebrates the enduring appeal of Ming Dynasty art...
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Chinese Ming Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

17th Century German Carved Oak Religious Sculpture
Located in Bradenton, FL
17th Century German hand-carved oak religious sculpture. Possibly a saint or a bishop. The bearded man is cloaked in draped fabric with only left ...
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German Gothic Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

17th Century 'Florence Fragment' with Tourmaline & Crystals on Petrified Wood
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century Italian vase with black tourmaline and crystals on a petrified wood base This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found and saved from the historic Florence Flood of 1966. This piece is available for purchase but will be premiering in The Florence Fragment Collection with Museo de’ Medici in Florence, Italy on October 12th and can be shipped following the end of the exhibition on November 10th. This is a collection of historical fragment...
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Italian Rococo Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Tourmaline

Antique Ko-Kutani Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Dish Arita, 1650-1670
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice leaf shaped Celadon dish of moulded shape. with nice blue color also in one corner. Unusual shape and painting. Early Edo period. Additional information: Material: Porc...
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Asian Edo Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, Plaquette After Riccio, Italian 17th Century
By Andrea Briosco (Riccio)
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Judith with the head of Holofernes, unsigned rectangular cast bronze plaquette, by Andrea Briosco, called Riccio (1470-1532), Judith...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Blue and White Albarello Bird Vase
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white Albarello bird vase. Blue and white ceramic Albarello jar or vase with hand-painted bird in foliage with magnificent blue tonal colouring in ...
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Italian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

Antique Ko-Imari Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Dish Arita Landscape, 17th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Ko-Imari Edo Period 17th Century Japanese Porcelain Dish Arita Landscape. A very nice blue and white dish of moulded shape. Unusual painting. Early Edo period. Dating to ...
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Japanese Edo Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Porcelain Art Japanese Nabeshima Footed Bowl Meiji Taisho Period, 19/20th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain Art Japanese Nabeshima Footed Bowl Meiji Taisho Period, 19/20th Century. A very nice bowl footed bowl from Nabeshima. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Potter...
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Japanese Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Porcelain 19th c Meiji Arita Imari Polychrome dish
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this unusual and magnificent plate from the Meiji period (19th century). It has a very interesting and lovely imari scene Unmarked at the base. Condition Perfect. ...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo An extraordinary and deeply devotional example of Spanish Colonial religious art, this 17th-century Pietà capt...
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Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

French Louis XIII/XIV Walnut and Steel Mounted Alms Box, ca. 1670-1700
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular top with a molded edge and a line carved detail the center with a coin slot, the conforming case with steel reinforcement straps and a decorative steel escutcheo...
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French Louis XIII Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

French 17th Century Sacristy Torchere
Located in Round Top, TX
A primitive 17th century Sacristy Torchere from the Ardeche region of France. Soundly constructed from oak with hand forged iron prickets. A wonderful accent piece.
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Albanian Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue and White Plate Xieyi Landscape, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in Late Ming style. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Co...
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Chinese Qing Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Bronze Mortar with Pestle, Spain, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Mortar with hand. Bronze. XVII century. Mortar with a circular base, cylindrical body and slightly outwardly flared mouth, decorated with a series of smooth horizontal moldings arranged both in the lower and upper areas and with simple vertical elements (which still maintain slight balustraded shapes) derived from of the ribs that these specimens used to have in the medieval Spanish...
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Spanish Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Other

17th Century 'Florence Fragment' Base with Natural Coral Head
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century Italian 'Florence Fragment' base from Tuscany topped with a naturally formed coral head. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found and saved from the Fl...
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Italian Rococo Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral, Gold Leaf

Extremely Fine Northern European Carved Wood and Polychrome Decorated Figure
Located in North Miami, FL
The kneeling Angel portrays a loosely draped gown and is kneeling amongst clouds, with the sacred heart of Jesus in its hand. The dramatic pose and composition of this piece, along w...
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German Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

17th Century Spanish Baroque Chestnut Carving of Christ
Located in Stamford, CT
A large-scale 17th century Spanish carving of Christ on the cross. Possibly of a much earlier date, the features and posture owing much to Byzantine depictions of Christ, especially ...
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Spanish Baroque Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Chestnut

17th Century Set Of Venetian Bronze Door Handles On Wooden Stands
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of four 17th century Venetian bronze door handles, set on ebonized wooden stands. Each handle is a original of a bronze bust of an ancient Italian man affixed to a square wooden ...
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Italian Classical Roman Antique 17th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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