Gilt Sculptures

18th century reliquary from northern Italy. Giltwood, polychromed and looks to be hand carved from one piece of wood. Mortised thru the base. A reliquary was used to house a religio...

A gorgeous antique 19th-Century French gilt bronze ormolu bow and garland appliqué tabletop fragment or swag with an easel back. This stunning piece is finely cast and heavy with a l...

Charles Korschann Czechoslovakian Art Nouveau Gilt-Bronze Figural Bud Vase. Cast from a model by Charles (Karl) Korschann, circa 1899, of urn form, with a handle in the form of a...

This is a Set of Gilt Iron Door Knockers. It depicts a pair of large and heavy lion heads with a ring in their mouths. The rings are decorated with some acanthus leaves in the bottom...

Period French Empire Bronze Doré and Patinated Clock Depicting Atlas with original gilt edged and velvet lined case. Atlas son of Titan, from Greek mythology is holding the clock on ...

18th century Italian gilded crown adorned with rare calcite crystals. The calcite crystal formation comes from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee which is known for the world's finest crystalli...

A French Jockey à Cheval tabletop sculpture from the Napoleon III period crafted in gilt and patinated bronze, depicting a jockey and his faithful horse in fine detail. The piece re...

A gorgeous classic decorative Statue or Miniature Sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of a kind of metal, we think it's bronze or brass. Very decorativ...

Pair of antique (late 19th century) Grand Tour bronze sculptures depicting Narcissus and Apollo from the Musee de Naples measuring 19 inches tall. Weights 13 and 14.4 lbs.

Unique gilt sculpture in the manner of Line Vautrin. Woman's face with flora and sun sits atop a stainless metal cube. singed and numbered. 9/50.

American gilt copper full bodied running horse directional weathervane with two gilt circular spheres resting on squared iron stand, J.W. Fiske, late 19th century.

The magnificent 31 lb bronze Buddha statue, crafted in the Ming dynasty style, captivates with its timeless beauty and serene presence. Depicting a young Shakyamuni, the statue exude...

A Large 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figure of a White Pug Mother and Child with Gilt Bells on a Blue Collar. This large model is very rare to find in this quality, condition, and...

SELKET - Art Deco gilt bronze Egyptian Revival Goddess on marble base - mid 20th century. Good vintage condition - as found/photographed - bends and gilding loss from age and use. Size - 2" Square x 5" High. SELKET - Selket (Selkit) was the divine scorpion who ruled over medicine and magic and protected the coffins of the dead. Selket was the wife of Ra and aided Isis, Nephthys, and Neith in guarding the canopic jars...

A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents one of the Five Tathagatas, also known as Dhyani Buddhas or Wisdom Buddhas. More specifically, either Amitabha or Amoghasiddhi. Amitabha is the Buddha of infinite light, and represents the wisdom of observation and recognition. Amoghasiddhi is the Buddha of accomplishment, and represents the wisdom of perfected practices. The size and scale of the Buddha indicates it was made for temple worship. The large Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana, or full lotus position, with the soles of both feet facing up. His elegant hands, with impossibly long and slender fingers, perform shuni mudra, the gesture of bestowing patience. His right arm is bent at the elbow, the right hand raised to heart level. The left arm resting gently in his lap, the left hand at navel level. The Buddha is dressed in voluminous robes that wrap around his shoulders and body, and tied at the waist. The heavy fabric draping and pooling elegantly all around his robust body. His broad chest and right arm exposed. The Buddha's face is both solemn and beatific - his expression seeming to change depending on the angle of view. The most notable feature of his face is the large urna to the center of his forehead, set between a pair of painted, high arching brows over heavily lidded almond shaped eyes. A strong nose is set above a small mouth pursed in an ever so slight smile. Long pendulous earlobes touch his shoulders. The Buddha's hair arranged in the typical fashion, with "spikes" representing tight curls. A prominent ushnisha rises from the crown of his head, covered by more hair, and topped with a rounded protuberance. The Buddha is constructed from several blocks of wood, joined, carved and lacquered a deep red-brown with gold flecks...

A Monumental and Rare 19th Century French Ormolu Mounted Multi-Marble Bust of Alexander The Great, After The Model by Francois Girardon. Drawing inspiration from the renowned "Bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)" housed in the esteemed Palace of Versailles, this monumental work of art showcases exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, serving as a testament to the creator's artistic prowess. Central to this magnificent sculpture is the resplendent red marble face, neck, and hair of Alexander the Great. Capturing the youthful essence of the conqueror, the sculptor depicts him as a young man with a clean-shaven countenance, his moderately long curls delicately cascading from beneath a remarkably unadorned helmet, save for a magnificent plume. The red marble harmoniously accentuates the life-like features of Alexander, imparting an air of regal elegance to the composition. Adding to the allure of this remarkable sculpture is an ormolu robe cascading over Alexander's shoulders, exuding an aura of nobility and power. Of particular note, the breastplate bears an embossed ormolu mask of a deity in profile, surrounded by elegantly sweeping acanthus leaves, paying homage to the influential forces that shaped the life of this great conqueror. Once again, the sublime combination of precious metal and marble amplifies the robe's magnificence, further accentuated by the presence of an ormolu body chain swaying gracefully from Alexander's left shoulder to his right hip. The selection of marbles for the cuirass and plinth serves as an additional testament to the artist's commitment to crafting a visually striking and harmonious composition. The grey marble cuirass complements the overall color scheme of the bust while providing a subtle contrast to the red marble features. At the neck, a pleated ormolu linen undergarment discreetly peeks out, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to intricate details and enhancing the sculpture's depth. The original Alexander The Great Bust...

An 18th-century Italian sculpture of a draped Madonna, masterfully carved in polychrome and gilded wood. The Virgin, gracefully veiled, holding the infant Jesus on her lap with a st...

Bust of a North African Tribesman, DE CAÏD Friedrich Siegfried Goldscheider This exquisite portrait bust of a North African tribesman, titled "DE CAÏD," was masterfully executed by ...

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded Rococo flower fragment mounted on a calcite crystal formation. The gilded fragment originally came from a historic...

A 19th Century Italian painted and gilt reliquary with original patina. Measurements: Height: 11.5" Width: 5.5" Depth: 3"

Cast bronze with gold wash.

Triptych niche with a sculpture of the crowned Virgin Mary with the enthroned Child Jesus located in the center, flanked by scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary on the doors. Gilt...

Polished soldered gilt brass sculpture figuring an eagle, which takes flight, with wings slightly opened. It stands on a gilt brass raw rock. Signed by Daniel CHASSIN and dated 1995....

A serene vintage Buddha head of gilt dry lacquer in the Shan Burmese style, but made in Thailand for the export market, circa 1960s, mounted on a b...

Pair of Spanish sterling silver peacocks, ca 1960. Each: Chest forward, neck straight, and small graceful head supporting a foppish crest, and long, imbricated tail. culminating in l...

Large Italian gilt iron floral wall sconce. Adorned with five elaborate tiger Lilly flowers. This unique sconce adds texture and depth to any w...

Pair of antique French bronze appliqués depicting art and music, each one finely cast draped putto one holding an artists palette the other a lute. Art measures: 10.5" H x 6" W Mus...

Sculpture skull golden youth. Skull made in marble dust resin and chromed in gold finish. With head piece decorated with different golden youth symbols. Champagne bottle, Minnie M...

An important, extremely rare, and rather large 18th century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child, By Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler, Circa: 1744. This is an incredible and extremely rare 18th century Meissen Porcelain piece modeled by the greatest Meissen modeler ever in the Company, Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler. Thalia can be seen seated on a gorgeous hand-carved and hand-painted flowered and vined porcelain pedestal. Her right arm is raised holding a Phantom of the Opera Black and White Mask, while in her other arm is a young Harlequin dancing and singing holding a hat. Thalia is wearing a gilt-edged dark blue bodice with white floral decorations over a black corset draped in a red-over-yellow robe...

Paolo di Giovanni Sogliani (Florence 1455-1522) Processional Cross Florence, around 1515 Enameled, chiseled, engraved, stippled, and gilded copper; wooden core ; Inscription: "OPA...

A magnificent and important gilded bronze and Onyx centrepiece dating to around 1880. The beautifully cast base is made from bronze and covered in gold. The theme is highly sought...

Exceptional and highly important bronze sculpture by Louis-Ernest Barrias (1841–1905), one of the most influential French sculptors of the late 19th century. Titled “La Nature se dév...

Bring devotional charm and centuries of character to an interior with this expressive antique Baby Jesus sculpture from Italy. Hand carved circa 178...

This pair of intricately hand carved and hand painted Foo dogs are believed to have made in the mid-20th century in the Imperial style. The dogs are composed of a softwood which have...

A striking pair of Japanese gilt bronze komainu by the renowned Japanese sculptor, Ishikawa Komei (1852-1913), Meiji period, Japan. The pair well cast, and robustly modeled. They ar...

Pair of 18th century Italian dancing angels with coordinating baroque pearls on aragonite crystal clusters. The dancing angels are hand-carved wood, polychromed and gilded, original...

This sophisticated gilt bronze mantel clock is an elegant piece of mid-19th century design, beautifully cast and gilded and set with two delicate Sèvres style porcelain panels. The clock case's finest feature is the charmingly naturalistic scene at its top, showing a full-length sculpture of a female figure sitting with a basket and two doves. They are displayed on a naturalistic, oval-shaped plinth, which is decorated all around its exterior with painstakingly intricate foliate motifs. Either side of the plinth there are two Sevres style porcelain panels, each of which shows a winged putto. One putto is shown writing, while the other is shown holding a dove. Each is set inside a turquoise blue border decorated with delicate gilt scrolls. In the centre of the plinth sits the clock dial, which is enamelled and contains Roman numerals. It is signed 'Prize Medal 1851 / Miroy Fres Brevetes / Paris' after the clock's maker, Miroy Freres...

Sculptural 18th century Rococo Italian gilded fragment with quartz crystals on a selenite slab and mounted on a lucite base. The Italian Rococo gilded fragment originally came from ...

A Pair of Early 1900s fine bronze & marble Sacred Heart busts. Jesus & Mary, A devotional duo in gilded bronze. This graceful pair of antique busts, crafted around the early 1900s, ...

French Louis XVI Revival ormolu (fire gilt, mercury-gilt bronze) and Sèvres style porcelain guéridon, made in France c.1890–1910 and retailed by Spaulding & Co., Chicago. Designe...

Architectural Statement: Monumental Baroque Choir Loft Balustrade (1720) - 15 Meters of History for Exceptional Interior Projects Important 18th-century Baroque balustrade, finished...

Signed William Bowie welded spire abstract metal gilded with both gold and silver leaf on teak base, circa 1960. This piece is unusual as most of Bowie's pieces are wall-mounted form...

A large, beautiful gilt bronze, 6.35 lb statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. This special piece features Manjushree with lowered head in the motion of observing and taking actio...

Fantastic authentic and antique bronze Buddha from Thailand from the Rattanakosin period, a large specimen gilded with 24 carat gold leaf, circa mid-19th century, this is the Dhyana ...

Imagine these in your fireplace with the flames burning on all sides. These beautifully and all handcrafted, large and fire-gilt bronze andirons are made to stand in your fireplace ...

18th century Italian "Young John the Baptist" painting framed with purple and yellow fluorite. The painting original came from Tuscany and depicts him as a young man with a lamb. Thi...

Stunning Pair 18th C Louis XVI French Bronze Recumbent Sphinx Chenets France, circa 1790  A stunning pair of 18th-century Louis XVI French bronze chenets featuring recumbent sphinxes...

This wall decoration is handmade in goldtone and antique goldtone metal. The piece captures the movement of liquefied metal through fluid organic forms. This goldtone wall sculpture ...

This heavy centerpiece bowl dates to the late 19th century and is composed of cast iron with a gilt finish. The bowl has a shallow basin made up of a series of detailed open poppy blossoms and features a sleeping maiden curled up at one side. The bowl rests on an ornate dimensional foliate base. A lovely example of Art Nouveau metal ware...

Set of six decorative Ionic and Corinthian columns made of carved wood that has been accentuated with bronze colored leaf. These were used as merchandising display props at Boston’s ...

• Creator: Eugène Lelièvre (French Sculptor, active c. 1890–1910). • Manufacturer: Susse Frères Fondeurs, Paris (Foundry mark present). • Style: Art Nouveau. • Materials: Gilt Bronze...

A small and very fine Chinese carved sandalwood figure of a bodhisattva, possibly Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin), Song Dynasty (960 to 1276), circa 13th ...

Ruler selenite adorned with an 18th century Italian gilded fragment and natural forming baroque pearls and mounted on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, pri...

Gorgeous pair of French gold gilded bronze candelabras on a black granite base. Each piece has a five branch candle holder. The measurement are fo...

A stunning pair of 16th century stylophore lions, cast and gilt bronze figurative sculptures from Germany, Nuremberg. The Stylophore Lions were figurative sculpture used in the Re...

Early-mid 20th century carved, red lacquer and gilt female foo lion, Chinese. Attached to conforming hollow stand base also decorated with running foo lions. Her cubs are playfully c...

Pair of Carved Wood Putti on Carved Base from the 1700s are two naked cherubs covered only by their golden loincloths; apparently two heralding angels without wings, they stand on ti...

A Fine French Gilt Bronze Study of Two German Shepherd Dogs by Louis Riche This impressive bronze is finely detailed. It portrays two w...

A weathervane in the form of a running horse, that was likely modeled after "Dexter" circa late 19th century on a custom display stand. The full body molded horse has a gilt surface with verdigris patina. Not entirely sure of the maker but possible by L. W. Cushing & Co. In Waltham or Harris. Co in Boston. The surface has been re-gilt historically likely dated from early 20th century. A lovely piece that transcends American fold art...

Gorgeous palm tree table lamp in white color by Hans Kögl (Koegl) with three small light sockets. Made in Italy. Wonderful eye-catcher in any Boho and Hollywood Regency style inter...