Pair of 20th Century Life Size Pink Striated Marble Baby Giraffes

Meticulously carved from beechwood, this cherub pair recalls the iconic Renaissance style of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Better recognized by their Italian name, putti—the singular putto refers to the Latin putus, meaning “boy” or “child”—these types of figures often recur in religious artwork as symbols of God...

From the 1700s through the early 1800s, European aristocrats developed a fascination with ancient Egyptian culture and design that culminated in a full Egyptian Revival. Prominent figures such as Marie Antoinette and Napoleon Bonaparte commissioned rooms decorated with Egyptian motifs. This cultural moment reflects a fascination with a sophisticated civilization of great artists and pharaohs. The Regency era possessed very little knowledge of the Great Pyramids or hieroglyphics, a quality that lent Egyptian art interpretation a compelling air of mystique. This English Regency period gilt carving depicts a popular figure of borrowed Egyptian motif: the Sphinx. Recognized among educated circles as a symbol of brilliance in the ancient past, the Sphinx was well-known as a mythological creature who destroys those who failed to answer her riddle. Such a piece as this, excellent in detail and craftsmanship, may have once graced the mantle of a gentleman’s study or been exchanged as a gift between British scholars. The beautiful gold surface has been achieved by an artful combination of gilt and gesso; the art enthusiast will appreciate the intricate texture realized in the carving’s hair and tail as well as the delicate detailing of the saddle. Borrowing from the Egyptians, the Greeks had their own interpretation of the Sphinx. Greek mythology chronicled the Sphinx as being the daughter of Orthous and Chimera or Laius and attributed the riddles, which she proposed, as having been taught to her by the Muses. Crowned with a Grecian diadem and having a refined expression, she evokes an ancient yet reserved intellect. For the modern-day enthusiast of classical Greek art...

This chandelier features a bronze crown adorned with an acanthus leaf design at its peak. Its structure is beautifully composed of a series of shimmering crystal beads and baguettes ...

This handcrafted cristallo Murano chandelier has three scroll arms and features a bulbous center column with sprouting natural details, stylized here with leaves and acorn-shaped orn...

This early 20th-century pendant chandelier was made in the Neoclassical style, which originated in Europe in the early 18th Century. The Neoclassical style was characterized by its s...

Serve any beverage of your choice with elegance with this silver-plated decanter beverage pitcher jug drink cask by the Standard Silver Company of Toronto Canada. The ten-cup set comes with a stand, pitcher, and slop cup. The inside has a porcelain lining for hot or cold beverages. In 1893, the Standard Silver Company of Toronto started as the successor to the Acme Silver Company. But in 1912, they became part of the International Silver Company headquartered in Meriden, Conn. in the USA. Thus made sometime between 1893 - 1912. The slop cup for spills and leavings is from Wallace Silversmith from Wallington, CT, USA, successors to Wallace and Sons also in Wallington, CT. It is not original to the set but fits the stand well. It is stamped " Wallace 992" indicating it is after 1956. The pitcher is designed to simulate a barrel. The rococo trim...

Superb leather giraffe from England from the 20th century from the 50's Very nice giraffe in superb condition which has a very beautiful patina. The bl...

Life size bronze sculpture by David H. Turner, "Baby Giraffe". This is a limited edition signed and numbered 4/8. This beautiful and realistic bronze is part of Mr. Turners African W...

A life-size hand carved 20th century Roman Torso. The torso is carved from weathered statutory marble on a travertine base. One of the most striking objects on display in the Mary a...

A life-size hand carved 20th century Roman Torso. The torso is carved from weathered statutory marble on a travertine base. One of the most striking objects on display in the Mary a...

This is a truly impressive life size bronze statue of a tiger dating from the late 20th century. The quality of the bronze is second to none and the attention to detail throughout ...

A gorgeous Pair Life-size Bronze Greyhounds Art Deco Dogs, 20th Century. Elegant and lifelike the greyhound is the perfect art deco dog. With Lovely pa...