1870s Decorative Objects

Wonderful burr walnut writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware and ebony stringing Working secret drawers* Replaced leather No Key Free U...

Wonderful burr walnut writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware Expertly restored Original brass topped inkwells Working secret drawers* R...

Antique French Gilt Bronze Casket – Dated 17 & 20 Août 1872, High-Relief Figural Work An exceptional and museum-worthy antique French gilt-bronze jewellery casket, richly adorned in high relief and inscribed “17 et 20 Août 1872”, offering both historical significance and outstanding artistic craftsmanship. This remarkable 19th-century piece exemplifies the finest traditions of French decorative arts, featuring intricately cast and chased panels depicting romantic pastoral and mythological scenes. Each side presents finely sculpted figures – nymphs, cherubs, musicians, and classical subjects set within lush landscapes and framed by elaborate foliate scrollwork and naturalistic ornamentation. The lid is masterfully composed with dynamic figural decoration, while the casket stands proudly on sculptural zoomorphic feet, enhancing its dramatic presence and luxurious character. The deep relief work, combined with a warm, aged gilt patina, creates exceptional depth and visual richness. The engraved date suggests a commemorative or presentation piece, adding a rare layer of provenance and desirability for collectors of French ormolu, Grand Tour objects, and fine 19th-century bronzes. This is not merely a decorative object but a statement piece of historical artistry, ideal for collectors, interior designers, or high-end decorative settings. Dimensions Width: 25 cm Depth: 18 cm Height: 15 cm Key Features Authentic French gilt bronze casket, dated 1872 Exceptional high-relief figural decoration Rich mythological and pastoral scenes Ornate foliate and scrollwork detailing Raised on decorative zoomorphic feet Rare inscribed interior date Excellent antique condition antique French gilt bronze casket, 19th-century jewelry box bronze, French ormolu casket 1872, antique bronze trinket box figural relief, Victorian French decorative arts box, mythological bronze jewellery box, antique French gilt bronze box, collectible 19th century bronze casket, luxury antique decorative object, French high-relief bronze box, ormolu jewellery casket antique, French ormolu jewelry box...

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...

19th Century French Hand-Painted Faience Vases Signed set of 2

An exceptional and highly decorative pair of 19th-century Dutch planters, masterfully crafted in hand-carved European oak and adorned with an extraordinary collection of original Del...

Sculpture of cupid by Eutrope Bouret (1833-1906). This is a fantastic sculpture created in Paris France during the Napoleon III period, by Eutrope Bouret, back in 1860-1870. The scu...

Théodore deck (1823-1891) Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875 Pair of Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Vases by Théodore Deck, 19th Century, Chinese Archaistic Style A striking p...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1871 by Atkin Brothers, this unusual antique Victorian sterling silver spoon warmer is a novelty piece realistically modelled in the form of a maritime buo...

This pair of 20-inch Delft vases features an elegant form with a flared neck and a full, rounded body. They are decorated in deep cobalt blue on a soft white ground, the color applie...

Original 1875 EN Welch Gale Drop 5 Dial 6 Hand Complication Calendar Wall Clock This is one of the most amazing clock you can find online, an original Welch Gale No. 2 perpetual calendar clock...

A very nice Comtoise Morbier tall clock in a floral paint decorated Pine case, France - late 19th century. Rings on the hour and two minutes after the hour...

Eugène Rousseau (1827-1890) & Ernest-Baptiste Leveillé (1841-1913) Japonisme tripod Vase “Épinoches” Unique Piece Collection Giuseppe Cappa France, circa 1878-1880 “Stickleback Fi...

Very large 19th century ormolu mounted Sevres Style porcelain casket box , made in France and decorated with the characteristic celeste blue ground associated with Sèvres porcelain, ...

Lovely walnut box Wonderful figure in the wood particularly on the front Marbleized paper interior I particularly like the use brass screws for decoration on the top Free UK ship...

19th Century French Chinoiserie Bronze Jardiniere ~ Planter was cast from solid bronze to last for a millennium! The intricate design extends around all four faces, including elepha...

Pierre-Jules Mène - Bronze hunting dog France Bronze around 1870 Dimensions: H × W × D: 21 × 30 × 13 cm Description: Antique bronze sculpture of a short-haired hunting dog carryin...

Napoleon III Mantel Clock or Console 180s Black Marble and Solid Brass Sculpture

An extraordinary and monumental 19th century French Sèvres Style porcelain centerpiece covered urn or vase, crafted in France during the early to mid-19th century. This impressive de...

A beautiful antique letter rack, made of Black ebonized wood, with brown patinated brass trims. Made in the late Napoleon III period in France, around 1870-1880. Bombay shaped fron...

A pair of cast iron doorstops - lions rampant with shields. Well modelled. A true facing pair. English, c.1870. 13 1/2" h., 9 1/2" w., 2 5/8" d. Whitehall Antiques is a family busin...

Antique 19th century French antique rosewood marquetry inlaid eight day mantel clock with a beautiful shaped marquetry inlaid case with an eight day movement boasting a delightful Ro...

19th century Swedish folk Art wooden bowl dated 1874 & ASRSPES A stunning antique organic wooden bowl with lovely patina & originalpaint. You can see the use of time. The bo...

An antique refined bronze sculpture of boy playing with a hoop and a stick go with a Whippet/Greyhound dog. It has the original patina, signed on the base: Jules Moigniez. Made in Fr...

Elegant and finely cast ormolu gilt bronze sculpture of Marianne, the enduring symbol of the French Republic. This 19th-century piece was made circa 1870 in France and features Maria...

Pair of vases in black marble and parts in polished brass Napoleon III France Base cm.12x12.

A very fine antique Victorian Coromandel writing or stationary cabinet made by the world famous London box makers and retailers Houghton and Gunn, dated December 1878. The wonderfu...

Always highly sought-after, these novelty "weight" biscuit boxes came in two sizes; this one is the smaller box which is the harder to find; it would look perfect next to it's larger...

Circa 1870s English Gothic Revival writing slope desk box. A letter box is flanked by the original brass collared & hinged inkwells in brass surrounds (the hinges now a bit loose fro...

George Jones Majolica sweetmeat dish which features pond lilies and bulrushes. Pink interior version. Colouration: green, brown, white, are predominant. Bears a pattern number, '3395'.

Théodore Deck (1823-1891) A 19th French Japonisme Cache-Pot, circa 1875 A Polychrome Enameled Faience Round-Shaped Cachepot and Jardinière Hand-painted design in the Japonisme Aesthe...

American gilt copper full bodied running horse directional weathervane with two gilt circular spheres resting on squared iron stand, J.W. Fiske, late 19th century.

19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece it is decorated with Lions and Shields and it has a Latin Motto inscribed on both sides which means ‘Virt...

A Charming and Finely Executed Pair of Meissen Porcelain Figures Depicting Royal Lovers, modeled after 18th-century designs by Johann Joachim Kändler, Meissen’s celebrated master mod...

This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III gilded ormolu and Limoges enamel jewellery casket, Circa 1870 in date. The hinged lid having a beautiful finely painted miniature Limoges en...

This elegant apothecary lidded jar is made out of porcelain and was made in France in 1870 ca. The apothecary jar is hand painted and hand gilt. It is decorated with two palm trees b...

A rather incredible and rare three-tier antique American wall frame that is four inches deep with the first inner frame having hand decorated gilded scroll work. All that gilding dir...

19th-century bronze equestrian statue (38 cm high) of Bartolomeo Colleoni (c. 1395-1475) on a marble base. After the original that has stood in the Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Ve...

Beautiful Large Banded Agate Victorian Seal from the mid-late 19th Century. Incredible lapidary work on a beautiful single piece of antique banded agate...

Rare Minton Majolica Posy small vase modelled as three upright yellow bamboo canes all supported on an earthy ground.

This is a beautiful antique pair of French Sevres style porcelain and ormolu mounted twin handled urns, in the Louis XV manner, Circa 1870 in date. The bleu celeste...

Originally mounted on the bow of a ship. Carved out of pine and originally painted. Purchased from Northeast Auctions 25 years or so ago.

Wonderful and rare Victorian paste set frame from the mid-late 19th century. An extraordinary and massive piece of "jewelry" for your tabletop. Beautifully...

In Renaissance Style with various shaped applied stones and strap-like figures in front and back, the silver lid opens as box.

Théodore deck (1823-1891) Impressive Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1875 Large baluster shape vase with eggplant enameled background Rich hand-painted polychrome decor of two birds re...

This is an antique Gothic revival sewing case. A Scottish, walnut and brass work box, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Delightful Gothic overtones from the revered Scottish revival period Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select walnut stocks present fine grain interest Warm caramel and biscuit hues dance across the fine casework Lid adorned with superb brass quarterfoil plate and four corner mounts Later silver plated shield engraved with a monogram and the year 1887 Fascia hosts a shaped lock escutcheon with inset working lock — key present Striking silk cotton interior lining finished in a rich scarlet hue The interior catches the eye with a buttoned finish, hosting cobalt blue sequins Trio of pouches to the lower section for hosting glass bottles or several cotton reels This is a superb antique sewing case...

High quality English mahogany and brass fine jewelry box that was likely used for stationary as well. Attention to detail, originality and surviving k...

An elegant and richly detailed set of French ormolu wall sconces dating from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. Executed in finely chased...

This is a large French Grand Tour bronze sculpture of Pan the Roman fertility God of the forest issued by the "Musee de Naple" , circa 1870 in date. The sculpture features Pan danc...

This is a beautiful antique pair of French Sevres porcelain twin masque head handled lidded urns with dome lids, in the Louis XV manner, Circa 1870 in date. The vases with a duck...

Beautiful bronze frame dating from the Napoleon III period. The busts of a man and a woman are represented on each side of the frame. Beautiful decoration of a Medici on the top of ...

Made by the world-renowned French maker of ‘Daum’ of Nancy, France circa 1960-80. An antique crystal masterpiece of exceptional proportions, the vase crystallizes the extraordinary k...

Minton Majolica vase which features three fantail pigeons with wings raised, supporting a bulbous vase. Cobalt blue ground version. Colouration: cobalt blue, white, ochre, are predom...

Stylish and chic pair of Meissen urns in Classic glazed white porcelain with gold accents. These urns are classical in form and feature entwined snakes as ...

Pierre Jules Mene (1810-1879, France) : "Scotsman showing a fox to his dog" Double patinated bronze proof Old edition cast signed "P. J MENE" on the base France, second half of ...

Swedish Empire Stone Box, ca 1870 Beautiful shape and size. Made of Swedish Kolmårds marble. Height: 8.5 cm/3.3 inch Diameter: 10.5cm /4.1 inch

This is a very rare clock with the original movement still inside. However, this clock is NOT WORKING, and its completeness is unknown, being sold as-is, as a wall prop. We are not clock collectors or professionals, this is an estate procurement. No damage to marble or pendulum window. Writing and numbers wearing off marble surface. Bottom back wood case has some cracks, but all there. A very heavy clock. W 14.5 x D 4 x H 29.75 in. E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 27" marble front...

Lovely pair of amphora vases in Paris porcelain, with polychrome rotating decoration of lilacs, roses, clematis, fuchsias and other natural flowers, on a white background. The foot a...

KYOTO STYLE NAGA HIBACHI (FIREBOX BRAZIER GRILL), Japanese, Meiji Period, The rectangular hibachi is of Keyaki (Zelkova) wood construction with the original copper liner, and a colum...

These 19th-century German stoneware pots are characterized by their robust forms and rich, dark brown semi-matte glaze. Each pot is fitted with petite ca...