Cast Decorative Objects

Rare and possibly unique bronze bust crafted in 1925 by renowned Danish sculptor and author Sofus J. Nervil (1874-1941). This piece exemplifies the elegance of Danish Art Deco, refle...

Large and amazing work museum quality of lighting Art. The first owner of this incredible piece of lighting art must have been one of the wealthiest people in town, because this qua...

Louis Lejeune Norwich Terrier Hood Ornament Louis Lejeune Mascots adorn the finest European & American Cars. The British Royal Family have, for many years, displayed mascots on ...

PRESENTING A GORGEOUS 19C Gustav Becker Vienna Wall Clock. Made by the famous clockmaker, Gustav Becker circa 1880 in Germany. Th...

Tiffany Studios Favrile Iridescent and Bronze Trumpet vase USA, New York. circa. 1920 Hand-blown Favrile glass, patinated bronze Height: 14.75 Inches X 6.5 Inch Diameter (37 × 17 cm...

A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Good condition, with some light scratches. Slightly askew. Stamped 'BRONS' and make...

A rare and very fine bronze corpus of Christ after a model by Michelangelo, cast ca. 1597-1600 by Juan Bautista Franconio and painted in 1600 by Francisco Pacheco in Seville, Spain. The present corpus reproduces a model attributed to Michelangelo. The best known example, lesser in quality, is one on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET). The association of this corpus with Michelangelo was first brought to light by Manuel Gomez-Moreno (1930-33) who studied the wider circulated casts identified throughout Spain. The attribution to Michelangelo was subsequently followed by John Goldsmith-Phillips (1937) of the MET and again by Michelangelo expert, Charles de Tolnay (1960). While Michelangelo is best known for his monumental works, there are four documented crucifixes he made. The best known example is the large-scale wooden crucifix for the Church of Santa Maria del Santo Spirito in Florence, made in 1492 as a gift for the Prior, Giovanni di Lap Bicchiellini, for allowing him to study the anatomy of corpses at the hospital there. In 1562, Michelangelo wrote two letters to his nephew, Lionardo, indicating his intention to carve a wooden crucifix for him. In 1563 a letter between Lionardo and the Italian sculptor Tiberio Calcagni, mentions this same crucifix (a sketch of a corpus on the verso of a sheet depicting Michelangelo’s designs for St. Peter’s Basillica [Palais des Beaux-Arts in Lille] may reproduce this). That Michelangelo was working on small corpora in the last years of his life is further evidenced by the small (26.5 cm) unfinished wooden crucifix located at the Casa Buonarroti, considered his last known sculptural undertaking. Michelangelo’s contemporary biographer, Giorgio Vasari additionally cites that Michelangelo, in his later years, made a small crucifix for his friend, Menighella, as a gift. Surviving sketches also indicate Michelangelo’s study of this subject throughout his career, most notably during the end of his life but also during the 1530s-40s as he deepened his spiritual roots. The occasional cameo of crucified Christ’s throughout his sketched oeuvre have made it challenging for scholars to link such sketches to any documented commissions of importance. All the while, in consideration that such objects were made as gifts, it is unlikely they should be linked with commissions. Nonetheless, a number of theories concerning Michelangelo’s sketches of Christ crucified have been proposed and some may regard the origin of the present sculpture. It has been suggested that the corpus could have its impetus with Michelangelo’s work on the Medici Chapel, whose exclusive design was given to the master. It is sensible smaller details, like an altar cross, could have fallen under his responsibility (see for example British Museum, Inv. 1859,0625.552). Others have noted the possibility of an unrealized large marble Crucifixion group which never came to fruition but whose marble blocks had been measured according to a sheet at the Casa Buonarroti. A unique suggestion is that Michelangelo could have made the crucifix for Vittoria Colonna, of whom he was exceedingly fond and with whom he exchanged gifts along with mutual spiritual proclivities. In particular, Vittoria had an interest in the life of St. Bridget, whose vision of Christ closely resembles our sculpture, most notably with Christ’s proper-left leg and foot crossed over his right, an iconography that is incredibly scarce for crucifixes. The suggestion could add sense to Benedetto Varchi’s comment that Michelangelo made a sculpted “nude Christ…he gave to the most divine Marchesa of Pescara (Vittoria Colonna).” Of that same period, two sketches can be visually linked to our sculpture. Tolnay relates it to a sketch of a Crucified Christ at the Teylers Museum (Inv. A034) of which Paul Joannides comments on its quality as suggestive of preparations for a sculptural work. Joannides also calls attention to a related drawing attributed to Raffaello da Montelupo copying what is believed to be a lost sketch by Michelangelo. Its relationship with our sculpture is apparent. Montelupo, a pupil of Michelangelo’s, returned to Rome to serve him in 1541, assisting with the continued work on the tomb of Pope Julius II, suggesting again an origin for the corpus ca. 1540. The earliest firm date that can be given to the present corpus is 1574 where it appears as a rather crudely conceived Crucifixion panel, flanked by two mourners in low-relief and integrally cast for use as the bronze tabernacle door to a ciborium now located at the Church of San Lorenzo in Padula. Etched in wax residue on the back of the door is the date, 27 January 1574, indicating the corpus would have at least been available as a model by late 1573. The Padula tabernacle was completed by Michelangelo’s assistant, Jacopo del Duca and likely has its origins with Michelangelo’s uncompleted tabernacle for the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels in Rome. The impetus for the Padula tabernacle’s Crucifixion panel begins with a series of late Crucifixion sketches by Michelangelo, depicting a scene of Christ crucified and flanked by two mourners (see British Museum Inv. 1895.0915.510; Ashmolean Museum Inv. 1846.89, KP II 343 recto; Windsor Castle RCIN 912761 recto; and Louvre Inv. 700). A faintly traced block possibly intended for sculpting the sketch of the crucified Christ on its recto was discovered by Tolnay on a version of the composition at Windsor Castle. The Windsor sketch and those related to it appear to have served as preparatory designs for what was probably intended to become the Basilica of St. Mary’s tabernacle door. Vasari documents that the project was to be designed by Michelangelo and cast by his assistant, Jacopo del Duca. Michelangelo died before the commission was complete, though on 15 March 1565, Jacopo writes to Michelangelo’s nephew stating, “I have started making the bronze tabernacle, depending on the model of his that was in Rome, already almost half complete.” Various circumstances interrupted the completion of the tabernacle, though its concept is later revitalized by Jacopo during preparations to sell a tabernacle, after Michelangelo’s designs, to Spain for Madrid’s El Escorial almost a decade later. The El Escorial tabernacle likewise encountered problems and was aborted but Jacopo successfully sold it shortly thereafter to the Carthusians of Padula. An etched date, 30 May 1572, along the base of the Padula tabernacle indicates its framework was already cast by then. A 1573 summary of the tabernacle also describes the original format for the door and relief panels, intended to be square in dimension. However, a last minute decision to heighten them was abruptly made during Jacopo’s negotiations to sell the tabernacle to King Phillip II of Spain. Shortly thereafter the commission was aborted. Philippe Malgouyres notes that the Padula tabernacle’s final state is a mixed product of the original design intended for Spain’s El Escorial, recycling various parts that had already been cast and adding new quickly finished elements for its sale to Padula, explaining its unusually discordant quality, particularly as concerns the crudeness of the door and relief panels which were clearly made later (by January 1574). Apart from his own admission in letters to Spain, it is apparent, however, that Jacopo relied upon his deceased master’s designs while hastily realizing the Padula panels. If Michelangelo had already earlier conceived a crucifix model, and Jacopo had access to that model, its logical he could have hastily employed it for incorporation on the door panel to the tabernacle. It is worth noting some modifications he made to the model, extending Christ’s arms further up in order to fit them into the scale of the panel and further lowering his chin to his chest in order to instill physiognomic congruence. A crude panel of the Deposition also follows after Michelangelo’s late sketches and is likewise known by examples thought to be modifications by Jacopo based upon Michelangelo’s initial sculptural conception (see Malgouyres: La Deposition du Christ de Jacopo del Duca, chef-d’oeuvre posthume de Michel-Ange). Jacopo’s appropriation of an original model by Michelangelo for more than one relief on the Padula tabernacle adds further indication that the crucifix was not an object unique to Jacopo’s hand, as few scholars have posited, but rather belongs to Michelangelo’s original...

Impressive Mid-Century Modern large Murano Cenedese Scavo Cartoccio vase One of the most impressive vases offered by Cenedese, Italy, this big and beautiful vase is realized in multi...

A beautiful Art Deco bronze dish with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, only a few light scratches. Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.

Whimsical vintage cast iron "When Pigs Fly" bank, circa 1940s. The piece is in well worn condition with a great patina and measures 10.5"W x 5.5"D x 6.75"H. Super cool piece! #4489

Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Ten Piece Devil Orchestra, Attributed Franz Bergman Austria, circa 1925, attributed to Franz Bergman, unmarked Embark on a whimsical journey with this rare and delightful Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Ten Piece Devil Orchestra, made circa 1925 and attributed to the renowned Franz Bergman, though unmarked. This charming ensemble features ten individually cast and hand-painted bronze figures, each devil bearing its own instrument and unique action. From the authoritative Conductor Devil to the playful Flute Devil, every character in this orchestra exudes personality and mischief. The ensemble includes the Piano Devil, Cello Devil, Drum Devil, Heraldic Trumpet...

Beautiful mermaid statue with long flowing hair and a large tail, perfect by a pool or ocean view. The mermaid can also be used as a interior table base with a glass top inside of yo...

Delving into the elemental marks of Egyptian hieroglyphics, these vases use original characters to adorn an object inspired by vessels of antiquity. Formed of natural clay and glaz...

Glo-Mar Artworks, New York was a company that produced metal sculptures and decorative items from the 1930s to the 1970s. Glo-Mar Artworks' designs were popular among interior design...

A fabulous, Swedish, gourd form, green patinated bronze vase, by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget , from the early to mid twentieth century. This vase has a lobed body and is impressed wi...

Amazing cast iron midcentury sculpture / fireplace screen. Designed by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden 1960s. Great original condition with signs of use and age. Stamped 'OH'...

Bust by artist Edward Schillaci who sculpted for Austin Productions from the 1950s thru the 1960s. This bust captured the essence of the then (1964) departed 35th U.S. President wit...

'Hoop Girl' Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Signed Ferdinand Preiss (1882-1943) Germany, Circa 1920's We are pleased to offer the 'Hoop Girl' Art Deco Bronze Sculpture, a signed work by...

Linear long centrepiece designed by Orfeo Quagliata. An object of fused and thermoformed glass, exclusive techniques from the artist. 100% handmade with most high quality material. F...

Tom of Finland. Bookend ‘Pekka’ Bookend, painted cast resin, height 12.8 in., base 6 x 6 x 0.8 in. Always Ready to Handle the Heaviest Load - Get Your Books Sandwiched and Add Some ...

Beautifully sculpted, cast and finished, this 1920s Swedish Grace relief sculpture is made from bronze and has an amazing patina. It was made in Sweden by an unknown artist. Art Deco...

Antoine-Louis Barye (French, 1796-1875) "Guerrier du Caucase" cast bronze sculpture depicting a Caucasian warrior in full armor rendered in fine detail riding on his horse. Cast ci...

PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING Large ‘Huntsman/Valet with his Hounds’ Bronze Sculpture by PJ Mene – 1869. This is a LARGE sculpture, weighing over 175 lbs....

More information coming soon… After the original Alfred Jacquemart hunting dogs from the 1800s, this pair of French cast iron sculptures dates to circa 1900. Both dogs are depicted...

American bronze cowboy sculpture resting on oval molded marble base depicting cowboys on horses coming in to town from cattle drive. Bronze sc...

A large artistically created birds for table decor, taxidermy pheasant. This figure is Classic Hollywood Regency! They are each unique from one another, with slightly different positions and physical characteristics. Its is very well-weighted and well-balanced piece, beautifully crafted with rare bread of colourful pheasant. The spirit of this bird is a great problem-solver and can invent a way for any of your troubles. Native American lore states that the pheasant symbolises protection and concealment because the bird spends most of the time squatted down in the grass. The presence of a pheasant at your home is, therefore, symbolic of protection from evil eye and power This superb Ringneck Pheasant specimen comes from a Taxidermy collection...

A large and beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, but with a large inscription (pictured). Stamped 'BRON...

Set of 4 Ceramic Owls by Edward Lindahl for Stig Lindbergs Minerva Series. The largest is 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Each of these exquisite solid brass snails is handmade individually with incredible detail. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are finished with a nickel plating giving the...

A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with a few light scratches. Stamped 'BRONS', model number '312' an...

Elegant handmade cast bronze leaf in a polished bronze finish. They may be used as a bowl or just a beautiful decorative object. Each of these splend...

A vibrant cobalt blue glass vase from Empoli, Italy, crafted circa 1970s. Formed in cased glass, the vase features an inner layer of opaque white glass overlaid with luminous cobalt blue, creating depth and vivid colour saturation. Tall and slender, it presents a subtly flared rim above a pedestal base, all seamlessly moulded as one piece. Measuring 25 cm in height with a diameter of 7.5 cm. In good condition for its age and use, showing one minuscule nip to the outer lip, visible upon close inspection. An elegant example of vintage Empoli glass...

Standing out for its curvilinear shape and range of colors, this linear long centrepiece designed by Orfeo Quagliata transmits an atmosphere that attracts. A fused and thermoformed g...

Monumental Paolo Soleri Brutalist Bronze Bell with Cast Aluminum Spine, 1960 A striking and monumental work by Paolo Soleri, this sculptural bronze bell is suspended from a cast alum...

Set of three, each of those original and elegant brass T-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are polished revealing the lustrous fini...

Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Footed Shell Dish/Vide-Poche France, circa 1870s An exquisite Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Footed Shell Dish/Vide-Poche from France, circa the 1870s. This...

Large Italian Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture "Dying Galata"/Dying Gaul, C. 1875, Attributed to Naples Foundry  A remarkable large Italian Grand Tour bronze sculpture titled "Dying Galata" or "Dying Gaul," dating circa 1875 and attributed to the renowned Naples Foundry. This exquisite piece, an expertly cast bronze, retains its original black-brown patina and boasts a substantial size, standing 12 inches high, 26.5 inches wide, and 13.5 inches deep. It is a distinguished example of the iconic Grand Tour sculptures, which were popular souvenirs for affluent travelers during the 19th century. The sculpture is a faithful rendition of the ancient Roman marble statue "The Dying Gaul," also known as "The Dying Galatian" or "The Dying Gladiator." The original marble, now housed in the Capitoline Museums in Rome, is a Roman copy of a lost Greek bronze sculpture...

Bronze Retriever Dog Sculpture w/ Artist-Signed & Numbered Certificate Attached to the Base's Underside. We love a bronze dog sculpture, and this one...

Bronze male sculpture signed. Fonderia Giorgio Sommer Calabritto Napoli Thomas, sculptor, lived and worked in the Naples area, and especially on Capri, from 1889 to 1906. Given this ...

A very unique set of 3 antique perfume/snuff bottles. Creatively hand made from a beautiful seashell, mother of pearl finish, and intricately crafted silver work forming this piece o...

Ornate cast bronze bookend depicting Indian Chief in full headdress. It was made in the US or continental Europe circa 1930-60. Measurements: H: 14.5 cm, W: 12 cm, Dept: 8 cm.

Book Ends Wooden style acrylic Sculptures A Set Of 2 Decorative Figurines of Human Book Holder Beautifully stylized a set of figurines with a great ba...

Pair of silver plate candlesticks circa 1950. Good quality pair of ornate short desktop candlesticks.  Each stamped made in england silver plate.  Aperture fits a standard size cand...

Very Large French Patinated Bronze Figural Sculpture Apollo After Picault French, Late 19th Century Height 167cm, width 66cm, depth 40cm This late 19th century bronze figure is cra...

A very cool and well detailed solid cast brass medieval armored knight on horse sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and...

Lady and the Bee From our Bronze Sculpture collection, we are delighted to offer this beautiful French Bronze Sculpture by Eutrope Bouret. The Sculpture modelled in bronze with a su...

An extraordinary and wonderfully rendered 19th century Italian cast bronze depicting a seated Hermes, the Greek god of messengers, travelers, and merchan...

Antique silver cup or Decorative nu or fruit cup gilded inside with lid, pressed, cast and chased. Circular, curved feet with hinged. unstamped, tested with the scratch test, height ...

Unique rifle rack with very cool and highly decorative deer sculptures. This highly decorative and great condition set for wall mounting together create the perfect rifle rack. On top they each come with a beautiful and all hand-crafted sculptures of deer heads. A rare and characterful find, this antique wall-mounted rifle rack combines rugged utility with rustic charm. Made from thick, high-quality leather and featuring beautifully detailed cast metal deer head hooks, this set consists of a left and right holder designed to cradle up to three rifles in total. Each hook is shaped like a proud stag with full antlers, bringing a classic hunting lodge feel to your space. The leather backings have aged gracefully, adding a warm patina and authentic vintage touch. Whether you're a collector, hunter, or just love rich natural textures and traditional craftsmanship, this piece makes a strong visual statement. Perfect for a cabin, man cave, chalet, or rustic interior, this rack isn’t just functional, it’s decorative wall art with a story, makes this hunting piece an absolute joy to own, use and look at. Again great value for money. Also, because perfect packing and worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days are complimentary. Maximum height x width x depth: 19 x 2.7 x 3.5 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again). You can shop all our 1000+ listings by pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. Keywords: Vintage rifle rack, Leather gun holder, Deer head wall hooks, Rustic hunting decor, Cabin gun rack, Wall-mounted rifle holder, Stag antler hooks, Man cave accessories, Mid-century lodge style, Western or alpine interior decor, Gun display...

Antique figural Italian cast bronze cat (circa 1920s). This Italian marvel, born in the heart of the 1920s, is not just a statue; it's a portal to a by...

Seiko super tanker slave clock original aqua blue finish A reclaimed and restored maritime slave clock. These clocks were used in great numbers on super tankers, cargo ships an...

A very cool set of three large (9.75" tall) iron Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1970s. The cast iron with gold gilt pieces are very heavy and solid a...

BELLE EPOQUE CIRCA 1890 From our Glassware collection, we are delighted to offer this beautiful pair Antique French Opaline Glass Vases. The Antique French Vases with splayed feet u...

A stunning pewter bowl with brass details and wood handles. Designed by Nils Fougstedt in 1929 and made from 1930 by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden. This vase is made in 2017....

Citizen super tanker slave clock original blue finish. A reclaimed and restored maritime slave clock also called secondary clock of superior build quality. These clocks were us...

A vibrant and collectible art glass bowl from the *“CanCan”* series, designed by esteemed Swedish glass artist **Kjell Engman** for **Kosta Boda** in the early 1990s. This hand-blown...

We are happy to offer you this brass-hammered menorah. With Hanukkah just a few weeks away, now is the time to treat yourself to a gorgeous new brass menorah. It has a hammered finish that is contemporary and yet classic. So light up your home and the festival with this beauty! Approximate Height 30 - 35cm. We sell several of these candle holders through a year and because these items are unique individual handcrafted they would have a slight diffrences on each one. Vintage Style Brass 9-Branch Menorah, Israel Hanukkah Candelabrum, Jewish Candle...

Cast concrete with semigloss finish. Fits a 3" diameter candle up to 6" tall. Candle not included. Small batches, with limited quantities available. Chris has recently shifte...

Pair of Italian neoclassical style urns in relief that can either stand on their own or hang from the wall as decorative elements. Quite handsome, with acanthus leaf decoration and f...

1950s Brass Eagle on Branch Sculpture This lcast brass sculpture has fine details, a nice patina with normal wear from age.