Revival Decorative Objects

An early 19th century French eight day silk-suspension, striking clock, contained in ormolu case mounted with vases and urns of flowers with well-cast b...

Imposing Pair of Italian Giltwood Altar Candlesticks – 19th Century This striking pair of ecclesiastical candlesticks originates from Italy and dates to the mid-19th century. Standin...

Attributed to Emile Herbert, French, 1828-1893. Comprising a central clock and a pair of flanking lidded vases, the clock on a red and black marble base with Pharaoh busts...

Petite pair of Renaissance style gilded and enameled glass vases - hand painted with scrolling acanthus leaves and flowers with banded borders to the top edges (resembling stained gl...

A good 19th century Venetian Italian Gondolier torchere stand, of typical Venetian form, polychrome painted with the softwood carved figure holding the shaped silvered top and a bunc...

- Late 19th-early 20th century lapis lazulli skull - Object of curiosity and wonder from a collector's cabinet of curiosities and wonder. Measures: 2" long, 1.75" high Cabinets o...

Pair of French Egyptian Revival candelabra by Ferdinand Barbedienne (France, 1810-1892) Two-arm candleholder extends above a stylistic Egyp...

EGISTO FANTECHI - Renaissance Revival hand painted majolica center bowl - large size - featuring elaborate multi-color swan handles and painted details throughout - round base with s...

Rare and wonderful antique clock from the early 1800s. Marked: S. Devaulx, Paris. Having an impressive, stylish and sizable antique clock like this gracing your mantel piece or sid...

"Highland Mary" (also known as Highland Mary or a portrait of Mary Campbell) Carved White Marble Sculpure by Benjamin Edward Spence (British, 1822–1866). A fine full-length, life-size neoclassical carved statue depicts the subject of Robert Burns’s poem Highland Mary (Mary Campbell), shown as a young woman standing in a contemplative pose. The sensual carved figure with a gentle contrapposto stance, weight resting on her left leg, right foot slightly advanced, and her head tilted downward with a solemn, introspective gaze. Her hair is centrally parted and styled in soft classical waves framing the face. She wears a long, fitted floor-length gown with a buttoned bodice and full skirt falling in graceful folds, over which is draped an asymmetrically arranged, heavily fringed plaid shawl (tartan implied through carved texture). Both hands are clasped together at her chest in a reflective gesture, fingers gently interlaced. She wears simple low-heeled slippers. The sculpture stands on a plain circular marble plinth. The work exhibits the refined carving and smooth finish characteristic of Spence’s mid-19th-century neoclassical style, with particular attention to the soft drapery, fringe details, and textural contrast between fabric and skin. Multiple versions of Highland Mary are known (including examples in the Royal Collection, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, and Sefton Park Palm House), with minor variations in pose and attributes; the present example corresponds to the clasped-hands composition. Signed: B.E. SPENCE Ft. ROMAE - 1862 Provenance / Literature note: Frequently exhibited and replicated during the Victorian period as one of Spence’s most celebrated works, inspired by the tragic romance between Mary Campbell and the poet Robert Burns. Benjamin Edward Spence (1822–1866) was a 19th century English sculptor, who spent much of his professional life in Italy. He was born in Liverpool in December 1822, the son of William Spence, a sculptor who later in life became a partner in a business house in Liverpool, and gave up the profession. In 1846 he was awarded the Heywood silver medal and a cash prize by the Royal Manchester Institution for a group in clay of the death of the Duke of York at the battle of Agincourt. His father was persuaded by John Gibson to send Edward to Rome. There he entered the studio of Richard James Wyatt, and also received help from Gibson. He died at Livorno (then known as Leghorn) on 21 October 1866. Between 1849 and 1867 Spence contributed to the exhibition of the Royal Academy five times: in 1850 with "Ophelia", in 1856 "Venus and Cupid", in 1861 "Hippolytus", and in 1867 "The Parting of Hector and Andromache". He contributed "Highland Mary" to the Exposition Universelle 1855, and two works, "Finding of Moses" and "Jeanie Deans before Queen Caroline", to the International Exhibition 1862. A number works of his that were not exhibited in England were engraved for the Art Journal. Works: • Highland Mary 1853, Buckingham Palace • Venus and Cupid, Philadelphia Museum of Art • Statue of Lavinia for Mr Holmes of Liverpool (1849) • Statue of Ophelia for Thomas Brassey MP (1850) • Tomb of Richard James Wyatt in the Protestant Cemetery, Rome (1851) • Highland Mary at Osborne House (1854) • Bas relief in a monument to Ann Catherine Jane Smith...

Striking and meaningful work of religious art. This beautifully hand carved and good size Sacred Heart of Christ statuette is another one of our recent great finds. In our view the sculptor has perfectly managed to capture both the wisdom and serenity of our Lord Jesus Christ. All hand carved out of oakwood this Sacred Heart sculpture...

Antique 19th century Austrian Renaissance revival solid silver enameled lidded bowl / trinket box, the body supported by four scroll feet, beautifully enamelled throughout dipicting ...

Stunning six-light chandelier with eternal flames urrounded by gilt bronze Eagle head sculptures. This unique chandelier is a truly stylish, wel...

This is a vintage terracotta from Italy representing a seated Cat. You can see realism in the mouth the eyes and the teeth. The colors are Brown white and blue. This sculpture has b...

Circa 1910 French Terra Cotta Bust After Venus De Milo. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

Antique French Egyptian Revival Clock. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

A good quality late 19th Century French Pink marble and gilded ormolu mounts, of a sun burst and swags above the Lyre. A white enamel clock face wit...

An oval Italian Carrara marble relief plaque, a 19th century hand-carved marble manly portrait, depicting the lawyer Francesco Rossignoli presiden...

This 1927 Royal Copenhagen porcelain sculpture is exceptionally large in scale, and appears to represent an Amazon with her hound. It is remarkable for the...

Francesco Stanga Bust Of Child In Marble Of Carrara 1837 signed and dated on the back of the bust. The sculpture depicts a four-year-old and nine-month-old child with a joyful dispos...

A pair of Barley twisted candlesticks in patinated bronze. Made in Scandinavia or England circa 1850-1880. Great authentic Gothic/Got...

A very good quality Regency period Mahogany Gothic influenced mantel clock, having delicate carved finials, cluster columns to the sides, the silvered dial with Roman numerals, a thr...

Virtue Above, Mischief Below: Gothic Revival Bronze Figural Bell with Leg Clappers, circa 1900 This finely cast Gothic Revival bronze figural bell, measuring 8.25 inches high by 4.5 inches wide and 3 inches deep, exemplifies the late 19th-century European taste for medieval romanticism infused with subtle, knowing humor. Executed in late 19th-century England, the bell is modeled as an idealized medieval noblewoman, rendered with sculptural confidence and narrative charm. At first glance, she presents an image of virtue and restraint. The figure wears a stylized late medieval gown...

A large and finely cast neo-grec gilt and patinated bronze jardinière by Ferdinand Barbedienne. Signed 'F. BARBEDIENNE'. This rare Jardinière or ...

Female Figural "Melodie" Sculpture / Mantelpiece French Empire Revival "A neoclassical sculpture of a woman (representing classical allegories such as "Melodie") holding a lyre. P...

Rare & fabulous Antique Napoleon lll clock garniture with incredible quality bronze sculptures. You will rarely see a clock garniture with bronzes of this quality and detail. The bearded thinker/philosopher on top of the marble clock is simply astonishing. His natural poisture, his hair, face and hands, but also his clothes, it is all of a quality and detail that only a master sculptor can achieve. And the patina also is just perfect. The philosopher is marked on the back and it reads 'BE x'. The two bronze female (classical maiden) sculptures are in fact two stunning candle holders and they too stand on beautifully shaped black marble bases with cartouches. These majestic candle holders are marked on the sides 'L.V.E. ROBERT' (Louis Valentin Elias Robert) and on the back they read 'AD x'. The black marble clock comes with a circular dial face with gilt Roman numerals and this clock has a well working movement. The movement is stamped 'DENIERE / A PARIS' and '2165'. On the bottom it reads A.Blacher and there also is a cachet with 'MEDAILLE D'OR / Paris / 1827'. If you like this one of a kind, clock set as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially, since perfect packing (in a custom made crate) and worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days are complimentary. Maximum clock height x width x depth: 22 x 17 x 8.5 inches. The large figure candle holders...

Rare and finest Gilded bronze crucifix mounted on a oak cross. The striking details on this highest quality bronze sculpture of Christ are second to none and the antique gilt finish...

Pair brass three branch candlesticks in the Egyptianised style with acanthus leaf detailing and barley twists to the primary stems. The pair sit atop stylised pyramids with naturalis...

Italian carved coral parasol handle in Baroque style. The handle dates to early 19th century. Most likely made in Torre del Greco near Naples. Fin...

A fine neoclassical Revival gilt and patinated bronze Tazza. The circular dish centred by a gilt-bronze roundel of the Greek God Zeus enthroned, flanked by chimerical handles and ...

Antique Italian handcrafted work of lighting art. This amazing handcrafted five-light chandelier from Tuscany, Italy comes with a hand-forged griffin sculpture...

Vaso Centrotavola creato negli anni 70 a Firenze da Manifattura Artistica Le Porcellane. Raffinatissimi i decori nei toni del verde con una nota di rosa, impreziositi dalla bordatura...

A Gothic Revival style bronze and parcel-brass church candle chandelier / hanging sanctuary lamp, Spain, mid-18th century, probably from a famil...

A Wedgwood Queensware bowl designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones in the Istria pattern after an ancient Greek vase from Sir William Hamilton’s collection. This ‘Istria’ pattern bowl by Wed...

A large 19th century Samson et Cie faience figurine depicting either Venus & the Golden Apple or a rendition of Eve with the Apple. We seen this figure called both. This nude Venu...

Small table planter in wood and tin with enameled decorations of flowers, palm leaves and a sarcophagus mask. Egyptomania refers to the revival of European interest in ancient Egypt ...

An exceptional French 19th century Egyptian Revival st. Belle Époque period patinated bronze and ormolu bust, signed by F. Barbedienne. The wonderful bust is raised by an elegant cir...

Amazing and skillfully hand-crafted, Gothic art wrought iron pendant. This artistically designed and outstandingly executed, thick wrought iron chandelier is in excellent condition and it comes with stunning and mint phoenix sculptures...

A large Italian terracotta urn or vase with molded scroll decoration and a lion face on the front is a highly decorative object.

A Large 19th Century French Onyx, Silvered, and Gilt-Bronze Vase Attributed to Charpentier & Cie. The vase consists of an onyx body with a flared, slightly everted rim and a taperin...

Antique French Brass Candelabra Baroque Revival Lion Sculptural Large c1890. Direct from France, a superb and highly sculptural antique brass candelabra in the Baroque Revival style...

Pair of Vintage Italian Majolica Renaissance Revival Obelisks. Each with lions supporting the obelisk. Lions paws are resting on round balls.

PRESENTING A STUNNING mid to late 19C French Japy Freres & Red/Magenta Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock with Garniture Candlestick Ewers. The clock movement is by the famous Parisienne Clockmaker … ‘Japy Freres’ and the clock dial has the marks for “JAY” (short for Japy Freres) & “Paris” on the dial face. The clock mechanism and clock face/dial have matching serial numbers of “7225”. The movement also has the numbers: “5 – 2”. The clock face/dial also has the initials: “D.H.”. The gilt ormolu clock case is gilt spelter and is signed on the rear base, for having been made by “P.H. Mourey” of Paris, who worked with and for ‘Japy Freres’, towards the end of the 19th Century. The signature of ‘Mourey’ also bears the numbers “85” … probably for 1885, but could also be the serial number. Taking into account Mourey’s historical association with Japy, being late 19th Century, we are leaning heavily towards this being the date of manufacture i.e. 1885. The Clock has RARE red/magenta Sevres hand-painted porcelain paintings/additions, to include:- (i) a 2 handled and lidded urn on the crown with pointed flame finial, (ii) a pair of bulbous urns either side of the main body and clock face, (iii) the clock face and dial itself and (iv) a flat rectangular medallion on the front base. The crown urn and the base medallion both have similar themes, but different painted scenes, depicting French rural countryside scenes with cottages, rivers and bridges. The porcelain urns on the sides, likewise have hand-painted images of a young boy, in rustic period attire on the right and a young girl on the left. None of these paintings appear to be signed. The clock case has GLORIOUS detail to it, with scrolls, ribbons, vines, grapes and Corinthian columns. The clock sits on a custom made gilt wood and burgundy velvet plinth, that is original to the piece and was a common accent with ‘Japy Freres Clocks’, when originally retailed in their Paris shop. The rear of the clock is plain and the perspex/clear resin plate insert, is a new addition, but a nice addition, in that it allows one, to view the movement and pendulum works. The clock is an 8 day movement with a strike on the hour and half hour. The clock face has 2 winding holes … one for the pendulum movement and the other for the striking chime/ring. Unlike British clocks this clock does not have a long musical chime … it is a simple ‘single strike’ on the half hour. The red/magenta Sevres porcelain clock face/dial is in SUPERB condition. Roman numerals with gilt accents and a hand-painted circular wreath/bouquet of spring flowers on the center section. To complete the set, we have a matching pair of gilt ormolu spelter and hand-painted red/magenta Sevres porcelain Ewers … which can hold a single candle each. The porcelain urns on the central section, have hand-painted images of a young lady in rustic period attire … fishing on the riverbank on the right and a young man playing the flute in the countryside on the left. The front base medallions on each ewer have hand-painted wreaths/bouquets of spring flowers. The clock facing side of the porcelain urn on each Ewer, has a brass ormolu applique head, of the Greek god of wine-making, orchards and fruit, vegetation, fertility, festivity, insanity, ritual madness, religious ecstasy, and theatre, namely, Dionysus. The plinths are signed on the rear top left corner, and we think they read: “R.P. Unfaut”. They also bear the numbers “61” and “69”, Again, possibly for 1861 and 1869, but here we think it is more likely they are serial numbers, as it is highly unlikely that a matching pair were made 8 years apart! Whilst we cannot find any information on ‘R.P. Unfaut’, we can only guess that he/she/they worked with, or for, ‘Japy Freres’, as these ewers are unmistakably, a ‘superb’ match for the clock! The style, subject matter, gold banding and edging, around the paintings, are virtually ‘identical’ to the same decorations on the clock’s porcelain paintings. The Ewer on the left (with the boy playing the flute) appears to have a faded signature on the gold border of the painting towards the base and we think it is the signature of ‘Alexandre Evariste Fragonard’ …. one of the best known artists attached to Sevres in the mid 19th Century … meaning, that these Ewers were probably made circa 1845-50. The quality and detail to these 2 paintings is classic Fragonard! We are of the opinion, therefore that these garnitures, were made circa 35/40 years before the clock, as Mourey was prevalent with Japy around 1880 – 1900. The clock paintings are of a very similar, rustic ‘Fragonard Style’ subject matter and although unsigned, could possibly have been painted by a Sevres artist, to replicate the Fragonard paintings...

Black marble and bronze doorstop, made in the 1950s Ø cm 12 h cm 25

Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted tortoiseshell bracket clock by Gros French, circa 1860 Measures: Clock height 90cm, width 52cm, depth 30cm Bracket height 44cm, width 55cm, dept...

This Swedish 20th-century marble cherub statue exudes timeless charm and elegance, making it a delightful decorative piece. The sculpture depicts a cherub sitting atop a flowing base...

Austrian Belle Epoque silver plaque with Italian Renaissance portrait, ca 1900. Rectangular with chased and engraved Leonardesque woman. Marked.

This beautiful clock set, which comprises of a mantel clock and a pair of vases, was designed in France in circa 1870 in a wonderful Renaissance Revival style. The set has been craft...

Two-tone patinated bronze sculpture by G. Leroux depicting Aida French, Late 19th Century Height 75cm, width 33cm, depth 35cm This sensational bronze sculpture is cast after an ori...

Circa 1875 Reclining Bronze Sphinx Door Stop Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

English Turned Pair of Lignum Vitae Urn Wood Spill Stem Vases Pair of lignum vitae spill stem vases from England, circa 1840 of rolled top slightly waisted cup forms on slender knop...

A beautiful set of ceramic pieces by Gien France, 1970s-1980s. It comprises a jug and a small tray. The jug is hand-painted with a Renaissance design ...

A fine purple Venetian or Murano glass vase. With a trumpet form top above a suppressed, ribbed knob at its base, and supported by a disc foot. Rough pontil mark to the unders...

This is a mid-century Italian carved marble bust of a young woman. The bust is carved in two contrasting marbles. The head appears to be a white Carrara, and the bodice is a veined S...

Horse head brass ashtray.

This rare pair of Italian carved wood figural statues, each standing proudly on its own pedestal base, is the kind of thing you don’t just place in a room—you introduce it. These fig...

A fine cast of a 20th century, plaster Roman head possibly Caesar. Standing on a contemporary metal stand.

A rare Rococo Revival multicolor earthenware couple by Creil et Montereau dates back to the 19th century. Standing an impressive 53.5 cm tall, each figure— man and woman — is dresse...

A fine pair of 19th century Egyptian Revival gilt and patinated vases with lids.

A compelling round 19th century Paris porcelain box by Bloch and Bourdois. With raised gold decoration, hand-painted vignettes and floral sprays, and a gilt bronze mount. Base ...