1920s Decorative Objects

Lovely pewter box from Herman Bergman, in oval shape with a scalloped silhouette. Pretty etched pattern on the lid and around the base.

Our Magnificent Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz silver bronze, Rabbit is in Beautiful conditions! it has a marble base and it is signed on the base Ed. M. Sandoz and Susse Freres Pari...

Pierre Robert CHRISTOPHE (1880-1971, France) : "Family of rabbits" Dark green-brown-balck patinated bronze featuring a family of rabbit Signed "Christophe " Bears the sculptor'...

This fine antique of Austrian or possibly German bronze, stands raised on four feet with a finial cover that opens to a generous storage space. This box brings elements of the changi...

One of the rarest and most important sculptures eminating from the ARKO ceramic school established by Alexander Archipenko in Woodstock, New York, this stylized group of praying figu...

Vaso in vetro con colorazioni marmoree giallo-arancio, interamente decorato con smalti policromi. La decorazione è costituita da tre riserve, raffiguranti un arciere intento a scocca...

We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Amedeo (sometimes Amadeo) Gennarelli (1881-1943) An Italian/French sculptor, he was a pupil of Francesco Jerace. Gennarelli settled and worked in Paris, from 1913 to 1930. He exhibited at the Salon, particularly in the 1920s. He became a very well known sculptor who worked in bronze, marble, ceramics and on occasion, wood. Two of his more well-known works are "Carrier Pigeon" and "Towards Destiny".   Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of high society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest community of Italians outside of Italy, as it is estimated that 70 percent of the inhabitants have at least one Italian descendant, followed by Spanish immigrants. The most Important furniture stores in Argentina: Comte is founded in 1934 (under the direct management of Jean Michel Frank in 1940). Nordiska (Swedish company established in 1934). Churba in 1960, a company that brought foreign designers to present their furniture in the country: Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner) Sweden: (Hans Agne Jakobsson, Gustavsberg) United States: (Herman Miller) Finland: (Lisa Johansson, Folke Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico Magistretti, Emma Gismondi, Gae Aulenti, Angelo Mangiarotti, Elio Martinelli, Gianna Celada, Angelo Mangiarotti, Mario Bellini, Carlo Scarpa) Finland: (Olivia Toikka) Plata Lappas (Lappas Silver): a goldsmith shop founded in 1887 in Argentina by Alcibiades Lappas of Greek origin. In 2019, in Argentina took place “the Art Deco world congress”, in which we participated as hosts invited by Geo Darder, founder of the Copperbridge – Foundation, in which prominent people from all over the world attended to learn about Art Deco in Argentina. Argentina currently has more than 100 Art Deco buildings and another 90 Art Nouveau buildings throughout the city of Buenos Aires. Argentina is a country that has not been involved in many wars, which is why it has been a refuge for works of art and antiques from different periods of time, unlike European countries. That is way many collectors, museums and antique dealers from all over the world visit it, you should not miss the opportunity to visit this great country. Laura Guevara Kjuder, architect. Material: Wood and silver plated bronze We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Argentor wien...

Bronze sculpture of angels.

Reclaimed industrial chromed wall clock by ITR A beautiful proportioned example from clock makers International Time Recording Co Ltd. Made in England circa 1920. Stunning h...

Rare pewter inkstand, Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden -1925. Lid in the shape of a fish, relief decoration along the sides. The insert in glass is missing. Wear and patina consistent wit...

An Impressive Odetta Stoneware Vase by HB Quimper Brittany France 1920's. A rather rare model in terms of decoration Big size and very decorative. Beautiful Celtic decorations. S...

small light blue vase

Pair of three-light antique candelabra from Belgium, 1930s. Bronze tabletop candleholders gift for anniversary, birthday, wedding. Bronze products are stylish and solid souvenirs t...

Art Deco mantel clock Art Deco mantel clock standing on a cream and grey marble base resting on four brass bun feet supporting an ovoid shaped top housing a gilded diamond shaped ...

6" Tall Nude Flapper girl standing tall with her legs slightly apart, exuding confidence and poise. Her bob style is pulled back, emphasizing the smooth lines of her neck and face. H...

Travel alarm clock by Jaeger LeCoultre. The case covered in fine brown leather, hinged to provide support and act as a cover when travelling. Copper ...

Bing & Grondahl, porcelain figurine of a bricklayer. Model number 1786. Early marked, 1920/30's. First factory quality. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Height 29,0 cm. x Width 15...

Perfume Bottle "5 Fleurs" made in glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1929 for Forvil. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Wonderful patina. Extremely rare model. height...

Antique Bronze Verdigris Box with with Applied Greek Key Decoration. Box is wood lined and would have held cigarettes or trinkets.

Italian unique hand painted plaster mannequin head 1920s.   

A stoneware vase by the famed French firm Primavera, this piece boasts a glossy glaze and a soft silhouette of a stag in the woods. Incised: PRIMAVERA / PARIS

A small and charming turquoise blue carved Peking glass vase, Republic Period, early 20th century, China. The Peking glass vase of elegant bottle shape featuring two shades of overlay blue. The outer layer of glass slightly darker than the inner layer. The outer layer of glass carved with a design of flowering branches, including plum blossoms and possibly peony. The underside with an etched China mark.

Art Deco Grès ceramic vase with birds by Charles Catteau. For Boch Frères, Keramis. Signed Ch Catteau, Model number D 1009, 898 Belgium, 1925. This decor is illustrated in the foll...

Pair of Art Nouveau picture frames. There's a slight difference in coloration as seen in the photos. They measure 9.5" wide, 4" deep and 11.75" high.

Glazed Art Deco vase manufactured by Emaux de Longwy, France. Covered with bold flowers in full bloom this Art Deco vase was made by the famed Longwy ceramic company in France. Lon...

Vase in Faience, in a white red and yellow color. With a beautiful Glaze. It has been made in France circa 1920 in the style of Moustier.

Battersea Enamels Selected and Described with a Signed Introduction By Egan Mew. Published by The Medici Society, London, 1926. Rare Signed 1st Ed hardc...

Great sample of the well known Austrian artist, Erna Kopriva. She was assistant of Joseph Hoffman and worked at Wiener Werkstatte . Similar pieces are now...

Paul Milet (1870-1930) for Sevres, France. Large Art Deco vase in glazed ceramics. Fantastic glaze in shades of blue and red. 1920s. Measures: 28.5 x 24 cm. In excellent condit...

Sold as prop, or as wall sculpture, hanging mobile. Dia: 30 X H: 8 In.

A tall brown ceramic vase / urn with brown glaze, with small loop handles on its neck. Hand-crafted in Thailand, in the tradition of antique Thai and Khmer earthenware. With its mott...

Erik Magnussen for Ipsens, Denmark. Art Nouveau dish in hand-painted ceramic modeled with vine and foliage. Model number 135. From the 1920s. In perfect condition. Stamped. Dimensio...

Depicting a shipping vessel with the flag of Denmark on calm blue waters. Signed by Christian Benjamin Olsen.

Art Deco Zsolnay vase in glazed ceramics modelled with workers. Beautiful luster eosin glaze. 1920s / 30s. Measures: 21 x 9 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.

An Art Deco cold painted bronze sculpture by JP Morante.

"Fleurs de tabac" vase by Daum Nancy. Edith Mannoni (1990) "Les pâtes de verre" p. 62

Marble bust of a laughing young girl. Delicately worked and tinted sculpture of a genre typical of late 19th Century Italy and early twentieth century.

Early 20th century bronze sculpture of two elephants with a patinated bronzed finish. The base signed Ant.Amorgasti, 1924. Antonio Amorgasti,(18...

Refined pair of 1920s ceramic hands Art Deco.

Art Deco sculpture in gold patinated bronze with an onyx marble base. Made by Joseph d'Asté (1872-1945). Signed J.D Asté France, CIRCA 1920.

Fantastic polo or equestrian paperweight, car mascot, hood ornament, by French artist Becquerel. Signed. With foundry marks. With original Art Deco patina. Mounted over a marble base...

Patrick Nordström (1870-1929) for Isle, Denmark. Large cylindrical ceramic vase. Glaze in shades of green and brown. Signed and dated 1924. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Height 2...

Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Søren Kongstrand (1872-1951), Danish ceramicist....

Rare Luxurious, Asprey & Co. London (Royal Warrant) Oak & Tooled Racing Green Leather Pop-Up Writing Table Made in England in the 1920s. Item is sold complete with a Burgundy tooled red leather desk set also from Aspreys. It's a very attractive item befit with an aluminium desk calendar, letter opener and two vertical pen rests. The rectangular and hinged two panel top encloses a green leather writing surface which reveals itself when opened from the top, item is raised on square tapering legs. Desk comes with two original large glass inkwells...

Enamel ceramic flower vase by Fabbri Davide for La Salamandra, Perugia, Italy, circa 1923-1930.

Danish handcrafted Art Nouveau seal ash tray / bowl designed by Lauritz Jensen in 1929 for P. Ipsens Enke. The Art Nuveau ash tray / bowl feature an American Indian cheif and is in ...

A wonderful hand painted ceramic by the secessionist master Gudrun Baudisch. The piece is whimsical and brightly painted. It is signed with the Wiener Werkstatte Logo and the Artist’...

Ipsen's Denmark. Vase in glazed ceramic. Hand-painted landscape with burial mound. 1920s/30s. Model number 426. In excellent condition, with minimal signs of use. Marked. Measure...

This is the 1920s Danish 16.5 cm high necked ceramic vase by Herman Kähler. It comes in a baluster shaped body. It has a glossy surface, cow horn glazed pattern like flowers. Brown ...

Lovely American seagrass basket, probably from South Carolina or nearby region. Great patina.

An elegant brass vase, hand-crafted in China, Early to Mid 20th Century. Finished in dark brown with a mottled patina, probably achieved through a technique like Murashido. The bod...

Ipsen's Denmark. Large bowl with an openwork rim in the shape of twigs. Decorated with flowers and leaves. Glaze in orange and green tones. Dating: 1920s/30s. Model number: 130 Marke...

Sculptural candlestick is an original artwork realized in the 1920s by Albert Gustav Bunge (1893 Rathenow - Salzburg 1967) A vintage Sculpt...

Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Søren Kongstrand (1872-1951), Danish ceramicist....

Refined Pair of Marble Candlesticks, Swedish Grace, Sweden c. 1920s An elegant and timeless pair of candlesticks in grey-veined marble, made in Sweden during the 1920s in the gracef...

Paul Milet for Sevres, France. Large Art Deco lidded jar in glazed ceramics. Fantastic glaze. 1920s. Measures: 32 x 15.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.

Made in Italy, 1921 - 1922. This stunning trinket bowl / vide-poche is made in orange hand-blown Murano glass. It was presented at Salon D'Automne in Paris in 1922 and at the Bienna...

Decorative Art Deco Bowl by Berndorf around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

This monumental floor vase from the 1920s represents a fascinating fusion of Art Deco and Central European folklorism, reflecting the peak of the search for a national style in Czech...

Just Andersen (1884-1943). Rare bronze dish. Motif o a boy and goat kid. Large and heavy dish. Model number: B212 Dating: Ca. 1925. In excellent condition with minor wear and signs o...