Mounted Objects

Rose and Yello gold ceramic popsicle sculptures handmade for wall installation. Available at Variant colorful. Harmony and grandeur characterize the work of Reli Smith and Osnat Yaf...

A striking example of West African material culture, this Igbo iron currency knife from Nigeria embodies the intersection of economy, artistry, and ritual within traditional African societies. Before the widespread adoption of coinage and paper money, many regions across Africa used forms of metal currency—objects whose intrinsic material value, craftsmanship, and symbolic form made them widely accepted as units of exchange. Among the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, iron currency objects such as knives, rods, and bracelets circulated not only as mediums of trade but also as markers of wealth, social status, and ceremonial exchange. This particular form—often referred to as a currency knife—features an elegantly curved profile with a tapering blade-like extension and finely incised surface decoration. Forged and hand-carved from iron, the piece demonstrates the remarkable skill of traditional blacksmiths, whose work held both practical and spiritual significance in Igbo culture. The etched geometric motifs along the surface speak to a visual language of craftsmanship passed through generations, transforming what was once a utilitarian object into a sculptural artifact rich with cultural meaning. Mounted on a custom-made platform for display, the piece now reads as a refined sculptural object. Its weathered iron patina, subtle textural variations, and dynamic crescent silhouette give it a commanding presence—equally compelling as a collectible ethnographic artifact or as a distinctive decorative accent in a contemporary interior. Today, objects like this Igbo currency...

Stair Shelf Installation Shelf by Haus Otto Dimensions: D100 x W85 x (95cm/170cm/245cm) Materials: Painted Chipboard Wood Stair Shelf Is a modular shel...

A set of four 6-inch antique encaustic heraldic tiles by Chamberlains of Worcester circa 1845. Dating from the mid 19th century, these four reclaimed tiles are mounted on a bespoke ...

A striking expression of pre-colonial value systems, this Igbo iron currency knife from southeastern Nigeria operates at the intersection of economy, ritual, and sculpture. Forged by...

Contemporary Chinese set of two smooth white jade discs on metal stands. The stone is Dolomite marble stone aka "mountain jade " from Mount Lushan, China. One disc measures 8" diamet...

Fossil calcite ammonite. Lower Jurassic Period (200 million years old). From Charmouth Dorset, England.

An antique Gothic style glazed encaustic tile by Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 8 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1865, this antique tile is inspired by earlier Gothic and ...

Decorative, large-scale teak apple sculpture on a Carrara marble pedestal. Has a solid brass connector which holds the apple to the marble. The apple is mad...

Believed to be architectural salvage that would make a nice stand or riser for your trinkets. Antique and hand carved with nice patina and charac...

Wall-mounted high gloss blue ceramic letter/recipe holder by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri). Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from ...

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...

Antique Oval Marble Relief of a Male. 17th Century Carved Oval Marble Relief. A relief of a male head and shoulders, carved in statutory marble and displayed on a custom stand. This ...

A set of 9 antique Delft tiles depicting biblical scenes. Dating to the 18th century, each tile is painted in manganese and white with varying scen...

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

A very rare carved and turned bone 17th century Flemish hearth brush. Each section made from turned elements, taking the form of a flaming torch. Low co...

18th century Italian fragment with gold mica and baroque pearls on a phantom optical calcite base. The fragment originally came from a historical church in Italy. It is adorned with...

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded candlestick with pyrite in matrix on a coordinating chalcopyrite mineral base. The gilded fragment was originally part of a candlestick in a ...

Sculptural 18th century Italian base decorated with mica in matrix, and silver leaf shells on an antique metal base decorated with church vestment braid. The 18th century fragment ba...

18th century Italian fragment adorned with baroque pearls and mounted on a optical calcite base. The fragment originally came from a historical church in Italy. It is adorned with na...

Pair of hand-carved quartz lamps were originally potpourri vessels that were converted to lamps in the 20th century. Mounted on rosewood bases. Remo...

Pair of Fondamenta Sculptures by Imperfettolab Limited Edition Dimensions: 22 x 16 x H 58 Materials: Aluminum, Resin Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter T...

A mounted antique carved composite scroll mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, C...

Early 20th century iron cooking utencil from India This is a cool and unusual decorative object.  

This antique English carved stone armorial plaque is from Athelhampton House, one of England’s finest Tudor manors located in the Dorchester countrysid...

A carved soapstone lamp base, unusual because of the color of the stone; reddish, brown and black. The carving is in the shape of a vase which i...

Sculpture / Door knock ‘Devil’ designed by Frank Olsson, Sweden. 1970s. Bronze. Unsigned prototype. Measures: H: 14 cm / 5 1/2" W: 11 cm / 4 1/4" ...

Decorative female bronze nude by Rudolf Marcuse. Sedentary beauty. Signed and with foundry mark Gladenbeck. The lower part (fire-gilded) of the sc...

An antique French medieval style encaustic tile by Chamberlain and Co of Worcester. This 6-inch glazed tile is a striking decorative interior piece or a welcome addition to an encau...

Rosamund Mary Beatrice Fletcher: A finely carved Carrara marble plaque, Circa 1940.  Alto-relievo with a swan and four cygnets flanked by bullrushes, inscribed RMB-F. With two stain...

1600-1700th century sculpture of female head carved in sandstone. Mounted on a base of light sandstone. From pagoda / temple in Burma. Charming expression with good patina. M...

A rather curious helmet of leather and metal studs. The horns and shape are quite interesting. While we believe this to be for a pet, we are uncertain as the straps are rather long...

A set of 4 antique dust-pressed ceramic tiles by Minton Hollins (stamped) creating a decorative blue and white glazed frieze panel depicting a pair of neoclassical style winged cheru...

Set of 12 Kamyki Mirrors by Zieta Mounted sculpture Color : Emerald Dimensions [cm]: Ø 7- 20 cm 6 different forms The Gradient Collection KAMYKI wall decor from Gradien...

Set of 6 Kamyki mirrors by Zieta. Mounted sculpture. Color : emerald Dimensions [cm]: Ø 7- 20 cm. 6 different forms. The Gradient collection KAMYKI wall decor from Gradi...

Set of 6 Kamyki Mirrors by Zieta Mounted sculpture Color : Sapphire Dimensions [cm]: Ø 7- 20 cm 6 different forms Dimensions of the set : H. 40 cm W. 61 cm D. 6 cm The Gradient C...

18th century Italian sunray with baroque pearls mounted on an aragonite crystal base. The 18th century gold leaf sunray originally part of a halo or sunburst motif in an artistic depiction in a historic church. It is mounted onto the white aragonite...

A wooden spiked gaming paddle from the mid-20th century. This vintage game paddle from India features a wooden handle and oval-shaped body with spikes projecting out at one side, wit...

Modern lake wall mirror by Noom Designers: Maryna Dague & Nathan Baraness Model shown in picture: Number 4 Base black marble alanya "Lakes" is a nature-inspired collection o...

An Italian carved-wood monumental finial, with its original finish, from the 18th century. This antique fragment from Italy has a shapely body, and has been beautifully pierce-carved with flowing acanthus leaves and sunflowers, that are supported by a nicely decorated urn-carved base. This piece retails its original finish, with areas of gilt throughout and a fabulously rich patina that shows its centuries old history. This 18th century Italian finial...

Brand: Venini Designer: Tadao Ando Model: Ando Time 032.98 Collection: Tadao Ando Collection Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this unique...

A Small bronze figurine of two Jewish men with several stereotypical physical features commonly attributed to Jewish men: large noses, sidelocks, and beards. They are wearing caftans (kaftans) belted by wide sashes at the waist. A caftan is a long-sleeved, ankle-length coat with an open-cut at the front. Many Eastern Polish and Western Russian Jews began wearing caftans fastened with wide, oriental-style sashes in the late medieval period. The garb later spread to Central Europe, but in place of the sash, a cord was used to close the front of the garment instead. These garments were often worn by peddlers and itinerant vendors who traveled the countryside and sold goods to the public. However, old prejudices stemming from the economic and professional restrictions placed on early European Jews, along with Christians’ disdain for the professions Jews were allowed to practice, formed an antisemitic stereotype of the greedy Jew who exploited Gentiles. This canard was often visually depicted as a Jewish peddler...

A sculptural bronze and marble object of symbolic and decorative intent, this French piece from the late 19th century is cast in the Napoleonic Revival style and takes the form of a ...

An antique Tudor revival glazed encaustic tile by Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 8 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1865, this antique tile is inspired by earlier Gothic and...

17th century Italian fragment mounted with mica cluster with garnets on a petrified wood base. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It wa...

Rare vintage necklace, mounted like a sculpture on a wooden panel (cm. 45x 45) It is a bridal shell money or wedding dowry. It is possible to obtain different necklaces, if You don't...

A pair of mounted antique carved composite floral moulds from the Tucker collection. These are some of the many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British m...

Contemporary Chinese hand carved stone abstract sculpture of a bird. Stand measures 4 x 2 Sits nicely with single mottled green stone disc S6772.

Fragment of an ancient French frieze in lacquered and gilded wood, nounted on plexi. To admire... ref. O/1875.

Sculptural 18th century Italian mecca vase mounted with mica and tourmaline and adorned natural-forming baroque pearls. The mica and baroque pearls perfe...

A pleasing bronze cherub, typical of the period.

Modern Cubist bronze sculpture representing a stylized guitar. This brown patinated bronze sculpture is mounted on a rectangular base, combining geometric abstraction with a recogniz...

19th century India large wooded wheel from a chariot. From the state of Nagaland, India. Beautiful natural weathered patina. Mounted on stand measuring 16" x 8". Wheel measures 24" d...

A 19th century 5-inch medieval style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this antique tile features a he...

Contemporary Italian paper sculpture crafted using hand-folded pages from vintage books. Presented on a minimalist wooden display stand and enclosed in a clear protective plexiglass...

18th century Italian candlestick decorated with free-forming glass and baroque pearls on an Italian glass bobeche base. The 18th century candlestick is from Tuscany. It is hand carved and hand painted with brownish-red metallic paint. It is placed on an Italian bobeche base. Hand-molded freeform glass...

18th century Italian tassel on a polished calcite cube with coordinating natural-forming baroque pearls. This tassel originally came from a church in Italy. Many tassels were used to decorate churches on religious feast days. Others were commonly used to decorate 18-19th century French and Italian...

18th century Italian candlestick top decorated with sunset cactus quartz and a baroque pearl. The gold leaf candlestick top originally came from an 18th century Italian candlestic...

18th century Italian candlestick with coordinating natural-forming copper and intertwined with fused glass and baroque pearls. It is on a matrix with tapering barite crystals from El...