Cache Pot Bronze - Double Patina - Japan - XIXth Century

Vintage pot cover in black metal, designed by Mathieu Matégot, one of the most famous French designers of the 1950s.  He particularly influenced the wor...

A rare and exceptional pair of ceramic pot covers from the highly reputed Sarreguemines earthenware factory.  This is a magnificent work, very similar to the Longwy blues, with gold ...

Magnificent antique pot holder in Gien earthenware, "Italian Renaissance" decoration on a white background, a very nice tribute to the Italian majol...

A delightful set of three bronze altar candlesticks. Originally, candlesticks usually stood on three legs, topped with a knot and a wick to hold the wax. In the centre of this cup is a spike on which the candle is placed. The candles on top are made of wax, white for festivals, yellow for funeral services or times of penitence.  In accordance with traditional practice, the candlesticks are placed on the altar itself or on a tier that is itself placed on the altar. They are framed by a cross which, if possible, matches them.  Period : 19th Century Dimensions : Pair: Height: 47.5cm - Width of base: 14.5cm - Diameter of bobèche: 12.5cm Dimensions : Height : 49cm - Base width : 16cm - Wick diameter : 13cm According to custom, the number of candlesticks is two, four or six, depending on the degree of solemnity of the celebrations.  A seventh candle is required when the diocesan bishop celebrates a stationary (pontifical) Mass, and even more so when the Pope is Bishop of Rome.  The sacred light is first and foremost a symbol of joy and, in ancient times, a sign of respect and honour.  Candles should be made of beeswax. Derived from the juice of flowers, the wax represents the flesh of Christ formed from the virginal body of Mary, flesh that will be consumed for us. When lit, the candle has multiple meanings.  First of all, it represents Jesus, the light without which we grope in broad daylight. The flame is the sign of Christ's divinity.  It also symbolises faith in these mysteries. White candles, made of purified wax, are symbols of joy and gladness, while yellow candles...

Rare decorative piece in natural tropical wood, smooth and varnished finish, created by the Parisian designer Carine TONTINI.   It is part of the "Extremorigin" collection.   Period : XXth century Circa : 1994  Dimensions : Height : 17cm - diameter base 12,5cm Stamped under the bottom: Carine Tontini Extrêm Origin. Where does "Extremorigin" come from? In 1994, Gilles Canonge and Carine Tontini created "Extremorigin". Their first collection of turned wood sculpture...

Important old oil lamp in bronze of quality, nicely carved and gilded. Its foot is of circular form surmounted by a grooved column, its top is also in bronze with floral decoration w...

Antique Satsuma pot cover from Japan, late 19th century, with bronze frame decorated with elegant women on the edge of a lake. Dimension height 21 cm for a...

Old bronze soliflore vase decorated with foliage from Japan, late 19th century, height 24 cm. Additional information: Material: Bronze Dimension: 8...

Large Japanese vase in Satsuma, 19th century, height 88 cm. For a diameter of 36 cm. Usual restoration. Additional information: Material: Earth...

CACHE POT WITH PEDESTAL J. MASSIER, in French ceramic covered with dripping glazes in shades of blue, decorated with helical chevrons. On the base ma...

Pair of Medici vases in gilded and chiseled bronze with plinth base decorated with vegetable and Greek motifs. The two vases have two terminal han...

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel cash pots manufactured in the Totai technique. Each is crafted with a combination of enamel and wirew...