1880s Decorative Objects

Pair of monumental delft covered temple Jars, circa 1880.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely collectable pair of original Antique Circa 1880 Italian Grand Tour Alabaster Recumbent Lions after the original huge statues by Antonio Canova and as displayed in the Corcoran gallery of Art in Washington These are original examples not later copies, they have a stunning antique patina and look expensive and important in any setting Grand tour pieces were purchased by young men and women in high society when they finished their studies, they would go on a "Grand Tour" around Europe visiting the sites and collecting trinkets, these trinkets could be very small such as ingots, or if you were fabulously wealthy they would be much larger and heavier like these lions About Tomb of Pope Clement XIII The artwork, titled “Tomb of Pope Clement XIII,” is a sculpture created by Antonio Canova in 1792. Belonging to the Neoclassicism art movement, this masterpiece exemplifies the genre of sculpture. In the artwork, Canova masterfully arranges various sculptural elements to create a poignant and regal composition. The tomb consists of a carved effigy of Pope Clement XIII, situated in a reverent pose atop an elaborately adorned sarcophagus. The Pope’s figure is cloaked in flowing garments, kneeling in prayer, signifying his piety. Below, two imposing lions flank the monument, symbolizing strength and vigilance. An angelic figure, wings partially spread, gazes downwards with a sorrowful expression, embodying the eternal mourning for the departed. Adjacent to the angel, a robed woman stands, her somber posture accentuating the tomb’s solemn atmosphere. The architectural framework, with its towering columns and vaulted arch, adds to the grandeur and reverence of the entire composition, upholding the Neoclassical ideals of symmetry, order, and monumental form. Later in life the Canova Lions were replicated, they are located in front of the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C, these were cast in bronze from molds of the originals. The pieces were installed in 1860 This pair as mentioned are sublime, they really set the scene for a room, I've had a pair on the top of my piano for years with a large Tiffany lamp...

An exceptional Meiji period Japanese bronze sculpture by the renowned master Genryusai Seiya, signed SEIYA zo to the underside. Naturalistically cast in the form of a standing Bactri...

Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Maison Bagues style Bronze Lyre Back Cut Crystal Adorned Candelabra/ Candle Lamps/ Candel Holders/ Table Lamps. These are stunning and would look great on the mantle...

Antique (19th century) French Aesthetic period champleve enameled bronze centerpiece basket with fine inlaid multi-colored champleve enamel and the figure of a seated bird. 9 by 12 ...

Superb Japanese-style mantel / fireplace mirror in lacquered wood, carved with an imposing dragon and decorative motifs. Japonism, France, circa 1880. Attributed to Gabriel Viard...

19thc French Antique Pair Signed Baccarat Molded Flint Glass Candle Holders. These are the "Russo" pattern with gilt enamel embellishment. Highly collectible Russian Pattern. Napoleo...

A large Japanese style boat-shaped jardiniere attributed to G. Viardot, made in carved wood, ornated with panels decorated with Japanese blossoming cherry tree branches and a trophy ...

These are large, French and of excellent quality. From acorn finials to square stepped bases, this pair exude quality unmistakably. They have the de luxe look of items from the Belle...

Pair of lovely Victorian Enamel Blown Green Glass Vases with enamel floral and gilt decoration. Fluted tops with on gently lobed shape. Likely UK late 19th Century. Height 13.5 inch...

This magnificent three-piece mantel clock garniture exemplifies the height of French Empire Revival design in the 19th century—where classical grandeur, refined materials, and superb craftsmanship converge to create a work of both artistry and precision. The Clock (Centerpiece) The clock stands as a figural masterpiece rooted in the Empire aesthetic. Its rectilinear case is crafted from deeply polished black Belgian marble (or slate), the dark surface setting a dramatic stage for the richly gilded bronze ornamentation. Above, a patinated bronze figure of a seated muse—likely Clio, the Muse of History, or Urania, the Muse of Astronomy—rests elegantly beside a lyre, symbolizing art, knowledge, and harmony. The frieze features remarkable ormolu embellishments, including medallions depicting the Arethusa head type, inspired by ancient Greek coinage from Syracuse, Sicily (circa 400 BC). The base is finished with bold scrolled tiger feet...

Artfully decorated silver gilded table clock by a Viennese master: Flat, rectangular corpus containing the musical mechanism, standing on four elaborately decorated volute feet attac...

Korean jewelry box in exotic persimmon or kaki wood and brass. The box has 2 drawers and on top a flap that serves as a folding mirror.

A magnificent and large pair of 19th century French Royal cobalt blue Sèvres Style Porcelain and bronze mounted covered vases. Each panel ...

A masterful 19th-century Italian sculpture in fine white Carrara marble, representing the mythological episode of Psyche about to cut a lock of Cupid’s hair. The composition is imbu...

Iron Urn, after the Medici Urn in the Uffizi Gallery Iron Urn after the Medici Urn in the Uffizi Gallery collection. Having a gadrooned lip, with a m...

This exquisite antique box from 19th century India is a true treasure with its rich patina and traces of green paint. The brass studs add a real touch making it a genuine statement p...

This pair of Arita porcelain vases is rare and perfectly illustrates the refinement and virtuosity of Japanese workshops of the period. Each vase features rich ornamentation, entire...

A gilt-bronze mounted metal cloisonné marquetry jardinière by Ferdinand Duvinage, circa 1880, signed FDBte, the mounts signed Alph. Giroux Paris, me...

19th century Anglo Indian box with raised painted arches on front, fantastic with a lot of patina. Does not have a key has small button feet.

Dredged from the Panama Canal, this set of two blue glass bottles will be a beautiful addition to any glass collectors collection. This set is thought to ...

An extensively filled 19th century ormolu-mounted ebonized wood dresser vanity box fitted with silver gold washed lidded glass gars and sewing tools. The ...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this original circa 1880 Winterhalder & Hofmeier wall mounted clock with exquisite movement Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. An absolutely stunning piece of clock history, this would have been an absolute staple in so many homes during the Victorian era, the full history of the company is as below Condition wise, it winds wonderfully and ticks with class, it is running fast and I don't know how to adjust clocks so it will need a service or maybe just a simple turning down of the speed Dimensions Height:- 39cm Width:- 39cm Depth:- 17cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. Winterhalder & Hofmeier Winterhalder and Hofmeier...

A life size Black Forest carved lindenwood wood setter in a ‘pointing’ stance with a long plumed tail, his collar inscribed ‘Nägler aus Gera’ and the base ‘St. Zechmeister. Provenan...

Schiller Majolica vase which features a peacock seated on a pedestal. Coloration: blue, green, yellow, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for ...

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver Armada jug and stand; part of our wine and drinks related silverware collection This magnificent antique Victorian English sterling silver Armada jug has an elongated pear-shaped form onto a circular pedestal foot. The stand has an octofoil shaped form with a central swept raised circular well. The cylindrical neck of the silver jug is embellished with exceptional cast and applied floral and scrolling foliate decoration, all on a matte background; there is an exceptional shield shaped vacant cartouche to the underside of the pouring lip, surmounted with scrolling leaf mantling. The knopped neck is further ornamented with an interlacing border flanked with plain bands, to a swept portion encircled with pensile bud designs. The decoration to the body incorporates two large scrolling leaf bordered vacant cartouches, each surmounted with a coronet design embellished with floral ornamentation. Each cartouche is further embellished with a chased figural mask design to the nadir, flanked with large floral motifs. Either side of each cartouche is embellished with an exceptional cast and applied three-dimensional winged mermaid and mermen, gesturing towards the aforementioned coronet. The decoration to the body is further embellished with large scrolling leaf and floral sprays incorporating a cast and applied protruding leopard's head to the anterior portion. This magnificent antique silver Armada jug retains the original hinged cover, ornamented with chased scrolling lead decoration and surmounted with an impressive cast and applied scrolling loop finial. This exceptional antique Victorian silver jug...

Royal Worcester Majolica vase which features a frog riding on the back of a monkey, which is sitting on the back of a tortoise. A bamboo vase behind...

The mark on the underneath (see image) indicates that this spittoon is of Japanese Imari porcelain, manufactured circa 1880, and made specifically for the American market for the preponderance of bars and saloons at that time. These were popular from 1865 to the turn of the century; this is a particularly fancy and elaborate example. Note the copious and highly detailed and beautiful floral decoration to the inside of the upper portion of the spittoon; pretty fancy for something meant for spit and saliva! Fantastic and all original condition with no cracks, no chips and very bright paint in sharp colors of blue rust and pink, and meticulously painted in a floral pattern. Several of these would have been “stationed” in strategic places within a saloon. This is a wonderful piece of porcelain, and quality item of saloon and Western United States history...

Pair of French Porcelain Egyptian Motif Vases, circa 1880.

A French Tortoiseshell and gold inlaid purse with red silk inner lining. A very pretty and unusual item, the tortoiseshell in very good condition.

Superb stationary box Probably Kashmir, Indian sub-continent The finest of printed paper applied to softwood. Blue painted interior. Remnants of a makers label on the underside F...

A 19th Century vintage boat rudder, hand-crafted in Bali, Indonesia. Preserved almost intact, with its original paint and construction, naturally weathered by its age and use. Mo...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box modelled in the form of a boar; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This magnificent antique Victorian cast sterling silver vesta box has been realistically modelled in the form of a boar. This impressive antique vesta case is embellished with details replicating the features of the boar's coat of fur and anatomical features. The back of the boar incorporates a hallmarked hinged cover which opens to reveal the serrated panel/match striker. The secondary hallmarked hinged panel opens to reveal the original gilt interior; this is faciliated with a thumbpiece modelled in the form of the boar's tail. Such magnificent period examples are rare and becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique Victorian vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body, in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of each hinged cover are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique vesta box...

An important pair of Meissen Porcelain Groups depicting "Alexander The Great Concurring India". Modeled with Alexander the great's three warriors/soldiers riding on caparisoned eleph...

Victorian English bird's eye maple lap desk, with ebony and mother-of-pearl inlay. The dome shaped top has a brass shield medallion in the center. The interior has a vibrant purple f...

A striking pair of hand carved alabaster urns featuring the face of Mercury, sinuous foliate arms, rims of acanthus leaves, on a stepped base.

Luxurious and rare antique opal glass box. This kind of jewelry boxes was mainly made in France, Italy and formerly Bohemia. They were made from the early 19th century to the early 2...

Pair of German Majolica figurals which feature a well dressed lady and gentleman, walking a dog. Coloration: blue, cream, turquoise, are predominant. Bea...

Mechanical vesta case designed by the Kellner Brothers Beautiful antique fusee vesta tinder case with wick, created in Vienna Austria for the Kellner Brothers Co. around the 1880's....

A Victorian oval desk box. Beautiful and very attractive desk box, created in London England during the Victorian era (1837-1901), back in the 1...

19th Century French bronze figure of the seated Lorenzo De Medici, Duke of Urbino. Modelled in Roman armour he is sat deep in thought, he was given the nickname The Thoughtful One). ...

A rare late 19th century 2 part cast Iron doll hand or candy mold by V. Clad & Sons Philadelphia. Very nice untouched color. No damage. will stand on its own. Pictured in "Out Of Han...

Enhance your home décor with this exquisite pair of stunning large solid bronze 19th-century draped figural maidens candleabra. These antique masterpieces feature beautifully sculpte...

Beautiful silvered bronze neo-Greek style bowl in a circular shape, adorned on the body with female masks in the antique style and on the sides with handles in the shape of busts of ...

Brass horse model on steel base. Circa 1880. H 30cm x W 35cm x D 7cm

19th century fine Austrian Majolica smoking set match striker harvest theme with a willow baskets, fruits and pitcher.

Impressive mahogany longcase clock with gilt and sculpted decorative bronze elements such as fantastic animals, diamond-shaped patterns, scrollwork, and foliage. This floor clock is ...

A magnificent 19th-century French clock garniture set in gilt bronze, richly ornamented in the Louis XVI Revival style All working 7 day duration Great patina to the gilt Circa 1880 ...

A pair of hand painted Mettlach footed cylinder vases, one depicting a maiden collecting tinder, the other a maiden gathering grapes for wine making. In overall very good condition. ...

A decorative set of two antique cast bronze Mission bells sculptures. Each bell features fine details and engraving. Perfect to decorate your desk, st...

Exceptional 19th century, French 'Three Graces' annular dial clock, bronze and marble clock, with Roi-de-bleu enamel globe surmounted by Cupid. The ...

An antique renaissance revival majolica vase in Urbino style. The vase is decorated with a mythological themed landscape depicting Neptune and a conquest. The vase is elaborately ad...

Bronze sculpture, late 19th century, Asia Measures: H 19cm, W 15cm, W 8cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

Louis XVI Style, Dore Bronze, Marble, Candelabras, France, 19th c. Elegant 19th to early 20th century doré bronze and marble candelabra converted to table lamps. Featuring finely ca...

Late 19th Century Jugendstil bronze sculpture of a dancing Satyr/Faun signed by G. Roth, Germany By: G. Roth Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal Technique: cast, molded, patinated,...

Baccarat Japonisme Crystal Vase with Sculpted Handles, circa 1878-1890 Clear crystal vase of globular form resting on a circular foot, with a short, slightly flared neck. The decorat...

Elegant Wedgwood-style bottle vase with a soft blue matte finish, delicately adorned with hand-painted floral motifs. The finely detailed pink and green flower patterns, combined wit...

1. Professional and Artistic Description: We are pleased to present for sale a superb and richly detailed ornamental Cup, testifying to the zenith of French Decorative Arts during ...

This is a salesman sample of a Demilune English chest. It has four doors with an ivory bar handle. It is all inlaid around the top and the bottom. It sits on four legs. Circa 1800s.

An antique Staffordshire dog, Whippet porcelain inkwell. Circa 1880, England