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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An extremely rare mantel clock with a figured mahogany-veneered case by A-L Breguet Abraham-Louis Breguet (1747-1823), who was of Swiss origin, is undoubtedly the most celebrated clockmaker of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries in France. He is responsible for the invention of the self-winding watch, the tourbillon and the sympathetic watch ( a watch that is placed in a cradle of a special clock. It is then linked by means of a pin fixed behind the clock dial. Built into the motion work which, when released by the clock, automatically sets the hands to the clock's time as well as correcting the watch's regulator necessitated by any degree of inaccuracy registered at the moment of synchronisation) and many other horological improvements and developments. Around the year 1807 Breguet brought in his son, Antoine-Louis (born 1776), as a business partner, and from this point, the firm became known as Breguet et Fils. Breguet had previously sent his son to London to study with the great English chronometer maker John Arnold...
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French Empire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Large Vernis Martin Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock and Console
Located in Berlin, DE
18th century French large Vernis Martin gilt bronze cartel clock and console The impressive and large clock case decorated overall with very fine ‘Vernis Martin’ lacquer paint wit...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

George II Edward Browne of Norwich Bracket Clock in Ebonized Mahogany Case
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of a George II bracket clock in an ebonized mahogany case with brass feet made by clockmaker Edward Browne of Norwich. Edward Browne took over the shop of clockmaker J...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

17th Century Arrowheads Excavated from Central Highlands, Vietnam (price for 1)
Located in Chicago, IL
17th century arrowheads excavated from central highlands, Vietnam. Beautiful patina on the arrowheads. Mounted $1,400 each.   8.5" H x 5.5" W x 2" D   
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Vietnamese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

George III Chinoserie Lacquered Tallcase Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
George III Chinoserie Lacquered Tallcase Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell Design, Thomas Hall, ca. 1760
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English Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ancient Ebony Neoclassic Box, Late 18th-Early 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Ebony neoclassic box is an original biscuit object realized in Rome during the second half of 1700 and the beginning of 1800. Very good conditions. This refined box represents...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Christ - Umbria, second half of the 15th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Christ
 Umbria, Orvieto?
 Second half of the 15th century
 77 x 16.5 cm
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Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Crocoite From Red Lead Mine, Dundas, Tasmania, Australia
Located in New York, NY
From Red Lead Mine, Dundas, Tasmania, Australia Colorful specimen of bright red-orange translucent crocoite crystals on brown gossan with minor yellowish-white gibbsite microcryst...
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Australian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Pair of 16th Century Carved Wooden Terms or Beam Supports from Northern Europe
Located in Dallas, TX
A fascinating bit of history, this pair of carved wooden terms dates to the High Renaissance during the 1500s. A term is a beam support in the form of a human head where the bust con...
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European Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron

Georgian Walnut Tall Case Clock by Thomas Smith of Norwich
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 8 day tall case clock by Thomas Smith of Norwich, the three original giltwood urn finials over arched hood having molded cornice, the brass dial with engraved boss reading "Tho’s Smith - Norwich" the dial with second dial and calendar ring...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pre-Columbian Black Figural Stirrup Vessel Moche Culture
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small black ceramic figural stirrup vessel from Moche culture circa. 100-500 AD, located in nowadays Northern Coast of Peru. The hollow pot with the stirrup handle was sensitively molded and the surface burnished. The seated figure has his arms folded in front of his chest. He has prominently protruding ears and an expressive face. Provenance Available to the buyer: From an American collection. For a black burnished stirrup bottle, see item 1976.287.8, 64.228.35 in the collection of Metropolitan Musuem of Art, NYC. Many black portrait stirrup bottles are in the collection of Larco Musuem, Lima...
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Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Japanese Gennai Ware Vase
Located in Hudson, NY
18th century Japanese Gennai Ware vase, known for its bright coloring, Gennai Ware was produced by Hiraga Gennai (1728-1780), a scientist and intellectual who lived in what is now Shido, Kagawa Prefecture. Gennai Ware is stylistically similar to Kochi Ware which is an early Chinese pottery...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Cromwellian Bible Box
Located in Hudson, NY
18th century oak carved bible box. Intricate design, original hardware and still in good condition considering its age.
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English Victorian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Oak

Spanish School. Polychromed wall cherubs with candle-holders, Spain, 18th cent.
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Pair of Baroque polychromed wall cherubs, Spanish School, 18th century. Polychromed carved wooden wall sculptures (possibly walnut), representing two cherubs or naked torchero angels...
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Spanish Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Korean Ceramic Celadon Bowl with Slip Inlay Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
Despite inspired originally by the celadons from Song dynasty in China, the development of celadon in Korean peninsula took its own course and reached the zenith in the 11-12th century during Goryeo dynasty...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a polished face to one side and a naturalistic reverse. Labradorite is named after the region of its discovery at Paul Island in the Canadian province of Labrador, first discovered here in 1770. Madagascar is currently the main source of labradorite. To expose its stunning colours, the stone is highly polished, revealing its natural beauty. This in itself is a talented skill, with only a small percentage of labradorites yielding positive results, making this specimen a rare discovery. We also have two other large labradorite...
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Malagasy Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Important German Sculpture "CHILD JESUS" 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Important German Sculpture "CHILD JESUS" 17th Century in silver metal. Sitting on a wooden base. Height (sculpture) 52 cm. Height: (total) 60 cm good original conditions
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German Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Rare Georgian Double Cheese Coaster
Located in High Point, NC
RARE 18th century double cheese coaster made from mahogany from England. I have never seen another cheese coaster of these proportions. Superb center...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Cut Glass 18th Century Tapered Decanters Finely Engraved with Stars
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A pair of cut glass 18th century tapered decanters finely engraved with stars.
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British Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Italian Neoclassical Walnut Cherub Prie Dieu w/ Sloped Shell on Kneeler, C. 1750
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian Neoclassical carved Walnut Prie Dieu with central robe cherub raising a foliage shell sloped shelf supported by a demi-lune plinth kneeler with a decorative scrolled foliage ...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Nicolas Lancret « Gallant Conversation » Engraving 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
This charming engraving is the work of Jacques Philippe, after the one by Nicolas Lancret. This work is the one that was used for the reception of LeBa...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

Delft Blue and White "Varinas" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Varinas" tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1790-1809. Decorated with floral medallion with painted reverse. Inscribed with "Varinas," a tobacco variety c...
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Dutch Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Large Blacknite Quartz Crystal Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A brilliant example of a large naturally-occurring blacknite quartz crystal specimen sourced from Ambositra, Madagascar, presented on one of our exclusive painted display bases. Bla...
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Malagasy Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Collection of 5 Cabinet Natural Calcite Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A varied collection of 5 natural mineral specimens, each presented on an exclusive small display base. Sourced from a variety of countries including China, this group contains three...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Blue Barite From Morocco
Located in New York, NY
From Jebel Ouichane, Sagangane, Nador Province, L'Oriental Region, Morocco. Here is a superb incredible new blue Barite that have been discovered this p...
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Moroccan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Cuspidor
Located in New Orleans, LA
This intriguing Chinese zhadou is intricately carved of fine cinnabar lacquer. A work of exceptional artistry, this covered bowl is adorned with an intricately carved floral motif on all surfaces, including the cover and the wide rim. Also known as a cuspidor or spittoon, this rare container would have been used by members of the imperial family and scholar- officials at the court. Carved during the Kangxi period (1662-1722), this charming piece exhibits the high detail and charm associated with items from that period, making it a true treasure, Early 18th century (Kangxi dynasty) Measures: 6 ¼” wide x 3 ¼” high Cinnabar has been revered for its color all over the world. It has been found in the royal burial chambers of the Mayas, in the rituals of India, and in the ruins of ancient Greece and Rome. In China, cinnabar and gold were the two most important elements in alchemy. Mined since the Neolithic Age, cinnabar is the ore of mercury, and as such, it can be incredibly toxic, especially when mining. In fact, during the Roman Empire, miners at Spain’s Almadén mine in Spain were frequently exposed to mercury fumes, and the subsequent, often fatal, sickness was considered an occupational hazard. The most popular known use of cinnabar is in Chinese carved lacquer-ware, a technique that is believed to have originated in the Song Dynasty, in which cinnabar is ground to a powder and added to clear lacquer. As with mining, there was inherent danger of mercury poisoning for those who carved the lacquer, as mercury was also released into the air when artisans ground the pigments. Most antique cinnabar...
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Chinese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lacquer

Austrian Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Bracket Clock Late 18th/Early 19th Century
Located in Buchanan, MI
An Austrian Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Bracket Clock Late 18th/Early 19th Century Height 21 x width 11 x depth 5 1/2 inches. Property from the Collec...
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Austrian George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ebony

Large Pair of Roman Rococo Carved Giltwood Putti Harvesting Grapes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Purchased in Rome in the 1980's, the well-carved chubby winged putti in opposing stances and poised on one foot over a rock-work base; depicting the grape harvest also known as the a...
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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Sculpture of the Virgin Mary from the 16th Century Dimensions: 98x35x25 cm
Located in Madrid, ES
This majestic sculpture of the Virgin Mary, created in the 16 th century, is a unique piece of sacred art that stands out for its impressive detail and the beauty of its form. Crafte...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

17th Century French Bronze Candlestick
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very sweet little French bronze candlestick dating from the 17th century. Measures: 15.5 cm high 8 x 8 cm base. Free shipping.
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French Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Moldavite
Located in New York, NY
This rare and beautifully sculpted 4.50 gram Moldavite specimen showcases the natural, aerodynamic form and vibrant olive-green hue characteristic of the finest Czech impact glass. M...
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Czech Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Scolecite Mineral with Stilbite From, India
Located in New York, NY
Scolecite on Stilbite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India. Large acicular spray of transparent scolecite crystals on pink stilbite crystal cluster matrix in large lustrous pin...
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Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

17thc Polychrome Painted Ceiling Panel
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1680. 17thc polychrome painted ceiling panel Mounted on a later block   Measures: W48 x D11 x H39.5cm.
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British Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Rare Pair of Georgian Cast Bell Metal Campaign Candlesticks, England circa 1770
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very handsome & relatively rare pair of 18th century Georgian cast 'bell metal' campaign candlesticks. Both having exceptionally heavy, solid cast columns...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Museum Quality Qajar Dynasty Brass Bowl
Located in Newmanstown, PA
18th century very fine Qajar dynasty brass bowl. Persian metalwork is by far the best in the world. The finer modern work started in Safavid dynasty and was perfected during the Qaja...
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Persian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

18th Century Antique Mahogany Quarter-Striking Longcase Clock by John Waldron
Located in Devon, GB
This superb George III longcase clock is veneered throughout with patinated figured mahogany of excellent colour. The base, trunk with openin...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Porcelain Pre Bencharong Fencai Plates with Flowers Green, 18/19th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Porcelain Bencharong plates When Bencharong (Benjarong) is used to refer to porcelain it usually means a type of 18th and 19th centuries Chinese polychrome enameled '...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large Cross with Christ from the 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Large cross with christ from the 18th century. The cross is decorated with tortoise shell, ivory and ebony. The christ is sculpted in high quality ...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Archaic Bronze Ding Warring States Period
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese Bronze Archaistic Warring States Period Ding Pot. Circa 500 BCE A beautifully shaped medium size bronze ritual vessel with three elegant feet and a l...
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Chinese Archaistic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Wooden Maritime Carving from Amsterdam
Located in Dallas, TX
Dating to the 1600s, this wooden maritime carving from Amsterdam features a pair of asymmetrical dolphins with foliate tails. Interestingly, both dolphins have been carved in the vei...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Period Louis XVI Bronze Dore' Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
Important Louis XVI mantle clock with exceptional bronze detail and chasing.
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mid 17th Century Dutch Engraved Silver Wedding Casket or knottekist, Circa 1660
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A museum-grade mid-17th century Dutch silver marriage casket or knottekistje, circa 1660. Raised on solid silver bun feet the miniature casket is profusely engraved to all faces depicting a courting couple and architecture entwined in scrolling foliage. The reverse of the casket depicts the last supper, however, if you look closely, you can see a boy stealing food or wine from underneath! Possibly, this is the courting gentleman showing that he had a sense of humour. The scratch lined moulded top is surmounted with an intricate handle (once gilt) and floral patera to the centre. There are two inscriptions each within a cartouche 'In Lÿfde Beltact het al' and 'Getrouw tot in den doot' which loosely translates to 'faithful until the death' and 'love is everything'. Wedding caskets...
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Dutch Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Pair of Directoire Gilt Bronze Allegorical Sculptures of Children
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Each child seated on an oval tasseled and draped plinth in the shape of a stool, one reading a book, the other thinking, symbolizing knowledge and philosophy.
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French Directoire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century Wood Carving
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18th century continental baroque style poly chrome decorated wood carving.
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European Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Wood Carving
18th Century Wood Carving
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Han Dynasty Glazed Hill Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
Han earthenware celedon glazed hill jar The hill jar represents the five sacred mountains which is the path between the earth and Paradise. The mountains are...
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Chinese Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Extremely Rare 18th Century Spanish Colonial Candlestick
Located in Middleburg, VA
An extraordinary survivor of the Spanish Colonial era, this rare 18th-century candlestick radiates both history and refinement! Crafted in Peru circa 1750, it is cast in richly patin...
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Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Green Quartz var. Prasiolite Crystal Cluster Mineral Specimen – China
Located in Edison, NJ
Quartz can be found in nearly every corner of the earth, yet despite its abundance, there are some rarer varieties of quartz that differentiate themselves with their distinctive colo...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Quartz

Large French Copper Candlestick with Bold Geometric Details
Located in Middleburg, VA
A superb example of late 18th-century French provincial metalwork! This large copper candlestick exudes sculptural presence and timeworn beauty. Hand-forged in Provence around 1780, ...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Copper, Tin

Small 17th Century Oak Carved Bust from France
Located in Dallas, TX
A small oak bust, dating to the 1600s, this well-carved wooden statue hails from France. Depicting an unknown religious figure, the sculpture has a deep rich brown patina, enhancing ...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Oak

Late 18th Century Indian Teak Dowry Box with Brass Mounts
Located in Middleburg, VA
A richly detailed Indian dowry box dating to the late 18th century, crafted during the final decades of the Mughal Empire. This pyramidal casket is construct...
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Indian Agra Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Metal

Delft Blue and White "Rappe" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Rappe" urn-shape tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1790-1809. Inscribed “Rappe” and decorated with coastal scene and seated “Amerindian” figure. Rappe wa...
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Dutch Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Italian Maiolica Pharmacy Flasks Felice Clerici, Milan Circa 1770-1780
Located in Milano, IT
Two maiolica pharmacy flasks Milan, Felice Clerici Manufacture, 1770-1780 They each measure 9.44 in (24 cm) in height x 6.10 in (15.5 cm) in diameter l...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Maiolica

18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Polychrome Baby Jesus with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique baby Jesus figure was crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand-painted putti carving feature its original polychrome finish for a luxurio...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Magnificent 18th Century Striking Dutch Amsterdam Burl Walnut Longcase Clock
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An impressive Dutch longcase clock with a burr walnut veneered oak case, signed on the chapter ring Pieter Brandt Amsterdam, c. 1745-50. The hood ...
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Dutch Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Pair of 18th Century Giltwood Portuguese Torchères
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of torchères in gilded and carved wood, dated from the middle of the 18th century in Portuguese, the base is a triangular shape that rests on three small feet. retains its orig...
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

A highly refined Dutch-colonial Sri Lankan inlaid box with silver mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Galle district, 18th century The box is made of amboyna burr with inlays of ebony, bone and burr wood and has several interior compartments, all made with the utmost attention to de...
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Sri Lankan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Ebony, Amboyna

Set of Vintage Japanese Porcelain 12 Season FLower Cups Superb, 1980's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice example. Well painted and potted. Great scene. Truly a super set. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Color: Blue & White Region of Origin: China Perio...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ancient Sican-Chimu Twin-Spouted Pottery Vessel – Pre-Columbian Artifact
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare Sican-Chimu transitional twin-spouted pottery vessel is a remarkable example of pre-Columbian craftsmanship from the coastal regions of ancient Peru. Featuring a bridge han...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique Pair of French Wrought Iron Candlesticks from a Chateau Near Cannes
Located in Chicago, IL
There are a few items that are very difficult to pin a date on and this unusual pair of wrought iron candlesticks is a perfect example. What we do know, is that they were recently removed from a Chateau located in the Hills above Cannes in the south of France. Clearly the wrought iron candlesticks were made by an iron monger who had some talent. The expert at the French auction...
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French Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Chinese Jiajing - Wanli Stemcup Porcelain Landscape Scene, 16-17th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A rare piece. Late Ming for the Japanese market. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 17th century Transitional (1620 - 1661) Age: P...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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