1890s Decorative Objects

Small terrestrial globe on a blackened and waxed turned wood stand. The globe is made of polychrome printed paper mounted on plasterboard. It bears the inscription “globe terrestre d...

This charming pair of gilded olive brown Mintons pâte-sur-pâte footed moon flask vases feature a romantic caged putto motif executed in white slip on a bla...

An impressive pair of French gilt bronze three-light candelabra in a foliate motif, signed “Henry Dasson et Cie 1892” on the base. Henry Dasson. Henry Dasson (c. 1825–1896) was a nin...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver fox inkstand; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian silver inkstand / desk standish, has a rectangular form. This inkstand is fitted with a gallery, embellished with impressive pierced and applied scrolling foliate ornamentation. The shaped, incurved rims of the body and anterior rim of the sterling silver inkstand are ornamented with a paralleling applied gadroon decorated border. The surface of the fox silver inkstand incorporates a concave oval pen receiver. The body of the inkstand incorporates two ink bottle receivers flanking a rectangular stamp box. The impressive hallmarked ink bottles each have a tapering cylindrical form and are embellished with further pierced scrolling foliate ornamentation; these ink bottles secure to the stand with a screw fitment to the underside. Each ink bottle is fitted with a plain domed hinged cover and opens to allow access to the original glass liner. The central sterling silver stamp box...

Unusual Majolica rooster frame George Dreyfus Circa 1890. Made for advertising.

Fruitwood lidded string jar. Circa 1890 H 21cm x W 7cm x D 7cm

This vintage 19th century work of art is an exceptionally detailed richly patinated bronze sculpture in the Art Nouveau style. It represents the goddess Persephone, Queen of the Underworld, awakening from her earthly sleep. Her head is adorned with a floral headband...

Interesting salvaged form, obsolete machine part. Heavy.

Boisseau - decorative object - 19th century Wear consistent with age and use. Folk art - Antique

Lifetime collection by many makers from many countries. All with cute expressions. 32 plus pieces.

A charming pair of late 19th century terracotta figures depicting an Indian man and woman engaged in a quiet domestic scene. The standing female gracefully pours water from a vessel ...

Austrian Majolica double vase with 2 birds, circa 1890.

Hallmarked in London in 1891 by Francis Boone Thomas, this large and impressive antique sterling silver dish displays a fine example of late Victorian craftsmanship. Oval in form and...

Inscribed Fratin with Charpantier, Paris Foundry.

An industrial hand consisting of both copper and brass. Sits on a base someone made to hold it upright. The hand measures, 17.25 in H, 3.25 in W, .75 in deep, On stand it measures 26...

Pair of acid-etched crystal and bronze cups Montjoye de Saint Denis factory for François-Théodore Legras(1839-1916). Late 19th, 1900 Beautiful bronze...

Pair of Chinese Ginger jars dating from the end of the 19th century. Lids with phô dogs as handles. Decorated with colorful birds and flowers. Very elegant and delicate. Red stamp be...

Karl Hansen Reistrup for Kähler. Antique vase in glazed ceramics. Beautiful luster glaze, 1890s. Measures: 21 x 9.5 cm. In excellent condition. Signed: HAK.  

Bearing the mark AR interlaced A pair of large Chinese style white porcelain baluster shaped vases and covers attributed to Samson & Cie. Each finely painted with polychrome 18th c...

Pair of Sterling Silver Two-Lite Candelabra, Gorham, Dated 1891

19th century statue of lovers in spelter on faux marble depicts two young lovers in classical raiment enjoying their vitality and company. This idyllic notion rose to incredible popularity during the Belle Epoque, culminating in a variety of sculptors depicting such scenarios in bronze. Then copies would be made of the original bronzes which were cast in spelter and given a hand-applied finish to mimic the look of bronze. Note the detail in the garments, the bough of flowers, even the love birds on the ground at their feet! The Classic poses were derived from the French fascination with ancient Greek and Roman statuary...

A rare paired set of forged iron throwing knives attributed to the Magali and Fali peoples of Northern Cameroon and Northeastern Nigeria—forms that exist at the intersection of weapo...

Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Vase w/ Samurai, Attendant, and Floral Motif, Ca. 1890 DIMENSIONS: Height: 12 inches Diameter: 5.5 inches ABOUT An elegant cloisonné enamel vase fr...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tobacco box; an addition to our smoking related silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver tobacco box has a plain oval rounded form. The underside of this box is embellished with a bright cut engraved stemmed rose, floral and foliate design; this indicates the high quality of the piece, as typically the underside would remain unembellished. The upper portion of this antique silver tobacco box...

With applied leaf and pomegranate finial. Height of stand is 1.75".

Charming clock in the shape of a Rocaille-inspired cartel in chiseled and gilded bronze. Scalloped marine-inspired decor representing a trophy with oars, dolphins, reeds and flowers ...

Hallmarked in London in 1899 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd., this ornate Victorian sterling silver biscuit box is set on an integrated footed tray raised on cast scroll feet, and ...

Very nice decorative pair of cloisonné´ vases made in Japan in the late 19th century. Animal shaped handles and beautiful blue and red colors. On...

Pipe Stem Head of an Oriental Man in Turban Hand-Carved Meerschaum Austria, Late XIX C. DIMENSIONS Length: 3.5 inches Width: 2.25 inches Height: 2.75 inches ABOUT A tobacco smok...

A sculptural iron form once used as currency among the Mambila and Chamba peoples of northeastern Nigeria and the Cameroon highlands, this forged hoe-shaped object embodies the inter...

Two historic candleholder. Polished and stove enamelled.

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel envelope style vesta case; an addition to our silver case collection This fine antique Victorian English s...

One with gilt decoration the other apparently never gilded.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1898 and 1907 by Walker & Hall, this stunning set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are very ornate in design. Each candlestick measures 13.25"(33...

French dish in the japonese style. The oriental theme was very fashionable in the 19th century and there are many dishes and furniture from this period in...

Ceramic Vase, Vienna, Art Nouveau Period, circa 1890.

Pair of 19th century French Louis XVVI style bronze candlestick.

Louis XV style bronze inkwell ,in the middle you have a marble plaque in the shape of a heart ,the bronze are finely executed,original condition Extremly rare this inkwell have its...

Bring timeless elegance to your home with this exquisite set of four antique sterling silver candlesticks, hallmarked in Sheffield in 1894 by the esteemed Mappin & Webb. Crafted in t...

An elegant porcelain portrait vase by Rosenthal. The portrait of The Countess of Devonshire, on an aubergine background with all over hand applied gilt decoration. The top with a r...

Pair of Victorian Classical sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Elkington & Co. in Birmingham 1894. Each: Tapering and fluted pillar on raised and square foot. Fluted socket with d...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese silver tea caddy...

The chocolate-brown reserve with pate-sur-pate fruit and flowers atop a gilt accentuated wicker basket, the cartouche surrounded by cartyatid figures, masks, dogs, snakes and scrolls...

Sevres porcelain romantic scene box napoleon III style Origin france hand painted 19th century circa 1890 with no stamp perfect condition.

A very whimsical antique French brass paper clip in the form of a hand.

Carrying import marks for London in 1893 by Thomas Goodfellow, this charming, Victorian, Antique, Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features a gilt in...

Decorative pair of trench are candlesticks , made from American bayonets Height 14 inches or 36 cms width 8 inches or 20 cms Depth 8inches or 20 cms

Important pair of curved shape Louis XV style covered vases attributed to Maison Lexcellent, with godrons, in Aswan granite, gilded and chiseled bronze. The lid is topped by a pomegr...

This wonderful life-like sculpture depicts a half-naked odalisque reclining in a lazy pose on silk pillows on an ottoman, covered with a lion's skin. With bare breasts, only a small ...

A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver swing handled basket; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This fine antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) basket has an oval shaped form onto an oval swept foot. The body of this silver basket is embellished with fine and impressive pierced and embossed decoration depicting two iconic Chinese dragons amidst clouds. The decoration to the body incorporates a circular vacant cartouche to either end. The shaped border has embossed scroll and floral ornamentation to the rim. This Chinese silver basket retains the original wirework style swing handle. The concaved central well of this basket is plain and unembellished. The impressive swept foot of this basket is encircled with a band of pierced decorated floral motifs. Condition This antique Chinese basket...

A refined Baccarat crystal dresser jar, exquisitely crafted and beautifully preserved. The crystal body is brilliantly clear with the weight and precision expected from Baccarat, off...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and blown glass ink bottle made by Horace Woodward & Co; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian glass and sterling silver ink bottle has a circular rounded, shaped form. This Victorian ink bottle is fitted with the original hallmarked silver cylindrical mount to the upper portion, encircled with a cast and applied band of oval motifs. The mount is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover, featuring a subtly concave upper plateau and encompassed with an applied egg decorated to the rim. The cover opens to reveal a circular sunken well and removable glass ink liner. The exceptional body of the antique ink bottle...

English Victorian Classical sterling silver picture frame, 1896. Plain and flat rectangular surround with wire scroll side mounts and crown. With beveled glass, silk lining, and pain...

Charming pair of orientalist candlesticks in Algerian ribboned onyx and gilded bronze, with a barrel in the shape of a molded column. The binet, the central ring and the square base ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive German silver spice tower, an addition to our silver Judaica collection. This exceptional antique German silv...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver photograph frame; an addition to our diverse ornamental collection. This exceptional antique Victorian photograph...

Hallmarked in London in 1898 by Gibson & Langman, this handsome pair of Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are cast, and feature gadroon borders, and acanthus detail...

Just in this late 19th C. very Large unusual oversized Chinoiserie Ironstone Tea Pot. This large tea pot has a beautiful chinoiserie Pagoda and floral decor through out. The large ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver cigar box; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver box has a plain rectangular form with rounded ends. The surface of this impressive and unusual antique cigar box...

A French Art Nouveau "Femme-Pieuvre," brown glazed ceramic inkwell by Rupert Carabin, wherein a woman ecstatically rips open the head of an octopus, spilling its ink. A beautiful pl...