19th Century Decorative Objects

An exceptional and beautifully executed Japanese cloisonne enamel box signed Inaba, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. Distinguished by its magnificent golden yellow enamel grou...

A Japanese enamel over copper vase. The vase has a globular shaped body and a narrow neck with a fluted mouth. The vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a pair of dr...

A Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period, attributed to the Honda school. Measuring 7 ½ inches tall, the vase has a rounded body, a slender neck and a gently flared mou...

A pair of matching antique Japanese copper vases with polychrome cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Baluster shape. Birds and greenery motif against the turquoise ...

This set brings together four antique American medicine bottles in different shapes and sizes, all in aqua glass. The embossed inscriptions of Hall’s Catarrh Cure, Chamberlain’s Coug...

An antique Bohemian glass goblet featuring cobalt blue glass layered over opaque white glass and cut to reveal the contrasting colors. Th...

Antique Majolica Bird Planter Cache Pot Jardinière Cobalt Blue Wasmuël c1890. Direct from Europe, a striking antique majolica cache pot or jardinière by ...

A rare and monumental natural South Pacific giant clam shell fossil (Tridacna gigas) with a richly weathered time-worn fossilized surface measuring over 3 feet wide. The massive shel...

An exceptional and richly jeweled Indian Mughal-style carved white jade casket, dating to the late nineteenth century / early 20th century circa 1890–1920....

Exceptional set of three English Burmese art glass vases manufactured by Thomas Webb & Sons in England during the Victorian period, circa the late 19th century. The pieces displa...

A rare antique French faience blue and white hand painted floral ironstone footed jardiniere or cachepot with lion head handles, circa 1880. Made by famous French pottery maker Creil...

An exceptionally fine antique patinated bronze sculpture depicting the celebrated Discobolus (Discus Thrower), after the ancient Greek masterpiece by Myron, originally conceived in t...

This classic set of four 20th-century Vienna silver-plated figurines showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and intricate detailing associated with the tradition of Austrian bronze ...

An exceptionally rare and monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel on porcelain covered jars, attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enameler Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), associated with the important Shippo Gaisha workshop, circa 1875–1885. These magnificent covered jars represent an extraordinary achievement in Japanese decorative arts during the early Meiji period. Their monumental proportions, exceptionally elaborate polychrome decoration, unusual porcelain construction, and remarkable state of preservation as a matched pair distinguish them as important examples of nineteenth-century Japanese craftsmanship. Each jar is of imposing ovoid form, rising to pronounced shoulders and a short cylindrical neck, surmounted by an elaborate domed cover with a projecting rim and distinctive flattened finial. Every visible surface is richly decorated with exceptionally intricate cloisonné enamelwork, combining naturalistic floral ornament with sophisticated geometric patterns and elaborate architectural borders. The principal bodies are covered in delicate polychrome floral sprays against a rich aubergine-brown ground, with blossoms in shades of yellow, white, orange, lavender, and pale blue, interspersed with brilliant turquoise and emerald-green foliage. The flowers are surrounded by an intricate network of scrolling tendrils, creating a remarkably harmonious decorative composition. Dominating the principal faces are magnificent ornamental medallions outlined in yellow enamel, incorporating alternating sections of emerald-green latticework and cobalt-blue geometric patterns. These elaborate reserves frame symmetrical compositions of scrolling arabesques, stylized foliage, and floral motifs in turquoise, pale blue, coral, white, and green. Particularly striking are the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling ornaments appearing on the sides of the jars, which bear compelling stylistic similarities to documented examples associated with Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha. The shoulders, necks, and covers are enriched with exceptionally complex geometric borders incorporating interlocking fretwork, repeating triangular patterns, and delicate spiral ornament. Even the flattened finials are individually decorated with multicolored floral motifs, demonstrating the extraordinary attention devoted to every detail. The monumental scale, remarkable complexity of decoration, and unusual porcelain construction make this pair an outstanding example of jitai shippo (磁胎七宝), the technically demanding Japanese art of cloisonné enamel applied to porcelain rather than the more conventional metal foundation. Attribution to Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha: Takeuchi Chubei was an important Japanese enameler active during the Meiji period, particularly associated with the production of cloisonné enamel on porcelain. This specialized technique required close collaboration between porcelain manufacturers and master enamelers, with ceramic bodies produced in centers such as Seto and subsequently decorated with intricate wire-defined enamelwork in the Nagoya region. The attribution of the present monumental pair to Takeuchi Chubei is supported by significant stylistic and technical comparisons with signed examples offered at Christie's and documented works preserved in important Japanese and American museum collections. Of particular importance is a rare pair of cloisonné enamelled porcelain vases offered at Christie's, Japanese Craftsmanship: Art of the Meiji Period, Lot 86, bearing the signature Dainihon seizo Shippo gaisha kojin Takeuchi Chubei. The Christie's pair, measuring approximately 35.7 cm in height, incorporates elaborate scrolling motifs, stylized flowers, and richly colored geometric ornament. The distinctive decorative vocabulary bears particularly compelling similarities to the present monumental jars, especially the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling compositions. A further important comparison is a signed cloisonné enamelled Arita porcelain vase offered at Christie's, measuring approximately 58 cm in height and bearing the signature Shippo Takeuchi Chubei. The auction catalogue references a closely related example preserved in the Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Japan. Important Museum Comparisons: The significance of Takeuchi Chubei's work is further demonstrated by examples preserved in major institutional collections. Tokyo National Museum, Japan The museum preserves an important pair of large covered porcelain jars decorated with birds and flowers, dated 1881, with porcelain bodies attributed to Kawamoto Masukichi...

A striking collection of 20 antique American Ball Mason jars dating to the late 19th century, crafted in luminous blue glass and retaining their zinc lids. The set comprises ten jars...

French Silver-Mounted Marie Antoinette Jasperware Snuff Box, 19th Century A 19th-century French silver-mounted jasperware snuff or patch box with a relief portrait of Marie Antoinet...

Presenting a heavy-duty quality and high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the late Edo to the early Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll...

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase of the Meiji period, circa 1890, attributed to the celebrated Nagoya enamel master Hayashi Kodenji (1831–1915). Distinguished by its bri...

Antique Japanese doll of a Hina Ningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton. His face is made of gofun, the features are finely painted ...

An elegant pair of giltwood glazed frames enclosing seventeen Grand Tour plaster intaglios dating from the early 19th Century. The shaped ...

Absolutely stunning hand carved Swiss Black Forest possibly Walnut wood (sometimes confused with Irish Bog Oak from Ireland) Lady’s or Gentleman’s Jewelry Casket or Cigar Box of gene...

Bisque Trinket Box / Jewelry Casket with Neo-Classical Relief with Cherubs by Limoges, France. Will hallmark: LIMOGES , FRANCE. Late 1800s/early 1900s. In good condition, smaller/n...

A large and exceptionally detailed Japanese cloisonné enamel and Satsuma ceramic vase dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880 to 1900. Standing an impressive 19 inches tall, the vase ...

Large 19th Century Majolica chesnut handled jardinière signed Onnaing. 18 inches L This jardinière is inspired by the Art Nouveau and the Naturalism movement of the end of 19th Cent...

This is a very good and complete handmade, hardwood chess set game of 32 pieces in a handmade pine box with a sliding lid, which we date to the turn of the 19th Century, Circa 1900. ...

An exceptional and highly unusual French Renaissance Revival carved fluorite dish with elaborately chased and engraved silver-gilt mounts, dating to the second half of the nineteenth...

A monumental and masterful pair of French Paris porcelain hand-painted vases, circa 1860. These museum quality vases are extremely fine quality. (The best we have ever seen for Par...

Antique Japanese Wooden Bowl, Wabi-Sabi Decorative Display Bowl, hollowed out from a single solid wooden slab, carved by hand. Dimensions: H 5.2 × W 32.7 × D 14.6 in (H 133 × W 830 ...

Wonderful faux burr walnut picture frame Painted and gilt on gesso Original patina. A delightful colour The measurement given below is the outside of the frame Internally it meas...

An  elegant pair of giltwood frames enclosing twenty nine Grand Tour Giovanni Liberotti intaglios dating from the early 19th Century. The various shaped plaster intaglios feature su...

Presenting a high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the late Edo to the early Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll crafted with intricate...

This is a huge, monumental Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Punch Bowl with 25 inch in diameter and 10 inch in height, and about 270 (+-) people o...

A striking pair of 19th-century blue and white Jasperware vases attributed to Wedgwood, each vase raised on a finely carved walnut pedestal with gilt beaded decoration. Each vase fea...

Majolica jardinière planter with 4 birds Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Height / 5 inches , 8 by 5 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. ...

This large blue and white Dutch Delft jar was made in the Netherlands in the late 19th century. Standing an impressive 22 inches tall, the jar has a softly rounded octagonal form and...

An  elegant pair of giltwood frames enclosing twenty six  Grand Tour Giovanni Liberotti intaglios dating from the early 19th Century. The various shaped plaster intaglios feature su...

A classic example of Victorian Staffordshire, this charming lion would have been a prized decoration for a well appointed mantlepiece in the late 19th Century. The Lion is very fin...

Finely Crafted Cloisonné Enamel Inkwell in Gilt Bronze France, late 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 6 x 11 x 7 cm Elegant inkwell made of gilt bronze with an elaborately execu...

A large and highly decorative Japanese box dating to the Meiji period, attributed to Asahi Shoten. The circular body is crafted from silver-plated pewter and richly decorated with tr...

A very large and impressive antique 19th century English Royal Furnivals centerpiece bowl. Made of porcelain featuring a scalloped blue and brown daisy transferware design with foot...

19th Century French Majolica Chesnut attributed to Jardinière.

ROYAL WORCESTER (Manufacturer) - James Hadley (Designer 1837-1903) - Model Number 737 - Antique shell form and gilded coral branch porcelain wall pocket - featuring a realistically m...

This extraordinary, 20-lb, oversized 19th Century wooden well bucket is a wonderful example of traditional craftsmanship and ingenious utilitarian d...

A beautifully sculpted Italian solid white Carrara marble bust sculpture of a Grecian Lady wearing a floral garland, signed by Eugene Antoine Aizelin, and dating from circa 1850. Th...

Pair of two antique art nouveau Zsolnay reticulated pierced openwork floral faience vases from the Mályva (Mallow) series. Designed by Tádé Sikorski. Made in Pecs Hungary. Five C...

A beautiful 19th century Wedgwood Jasperware urn, featuring the iconic combination of a deep blue ground with finely detailed white relief decoration. T...

Large antique hand forged and unique copper vessel or kettle with lid from Germany around 1820. The romantic art period influenced by Goethe was a productive time: fantastic artwork ...

This is a truly magnificent and highly distinguished pair of antique Victorian silver-plated four-light three-branch table candelabra bearing hallmarks on the bases of the renowned s...

A charming pair of vintage wicker baskets crafted in the form of scallop shells, dating to approximately the 1970s. This set includes two coordinating baskets in different sizes, eac...

An exceptionally rare and unusually large Japanese cloisonne enamel box of the Nagoya School, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880–1900. Distinguished by its extraordinary decorati...

GRAND TOUR Italy, late 19th century Ludovisi Mars, After the Antique Lost-wax and sand cast bronze with a burnished and lacquered patination 15 5/8" H x 10 3/4" W x 6 1/2" D A lo...

A beautifully woven early 20th century American splint oak basket with warm honeyed tones and a tightly constructed handwoven form. Its restrained simplicity and honest craftsmanship...

An exceptional and unusually elaborate Indian Mughal-style jeweled silver, gold-inlaid, and polychrome enamel box, dating to the mid-to-late nineteenth century, circa 1860. Distingui...

Small 19th Century Majolica Pansy Vase Delphin Massier Table vase decoration , very rare form and size. Around 4 inches height , Width 2.5 inches. The Massier family are known for th...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver triple shell folding biscuit box; an addition to our collection of silver boxes. This magnificent ...

An elegant French Art Nouveau jewelry box attributed to Legras, crafted from vivid cobalt and sapphire blue art glass and delicately hand-enameled with graceful white blossoms and so...

Hand-carved in France circa 1850–1870, this antique mortar (mortier) is sculpted from a single solid block of white-grey veined Carrara marble. The vessel features a clean, tradition...

Antique Bohemian Enamelled Glass Hookah Base, c. 1880–1910 Elegant late 19th-century Bohemian hookah (nargile) base in clear optic-ribbed glass, richly decorated with hand-painted polychrome enamel floral sprays and scrolling gilt ornament. The bulbous body rises to a tall flared neck, while the underside features a finely cut starburst design, demonstrating the quality of its manufacture. Produced for the flourishing export trade to Ottoman and Middle Eastern markets, this example combines the vibrant enamel decoration and refined glass working for which Bohemian workshops were renowned during the period. The delicate floral motifs remain bright and attractive, complemented by original gilding around the top foot and decorative borders. A striking decorative object in its own right, the piece also represents an increasingly sought-after category of 19th-century Islamic-market export glass. Details Origin: Bohemia (present-day Czech Republic) Date: Circa 1880–1910 Material: Hand-enamelled and gilt cut glass Height: 40 cm (15¾ in.) Decoration: Polychrome enamel floral ornament with gilt highlights Base: Cut starburst foot Condition Good antique condition, with age-related wear consistent with use and age. Minor rubbing to gilding and enamel as expected. No obvious repairs noted. A handsome and substantial antique hookah...

Classical style for this large Majolica jardiniere or table centre signed Minton and dated 1876 cherubs handles and masks on each side of Renaissance Revival. On the middle of 19th c...

This is a white porcelain jar from the Joseon (Korean) dynasty, made on the Korean Peninsula. Judging from the construction of its mouth and its overall form, it is believed to date ...