Pair of Italian Creamware Fruit Topiaries, 1960s

This pair of Paris porcelain neoclassical style vases from the early 1800s have stunning details and rich coloration. Old Paris porcelain, or Vieux Paris, is the term given to the elaborate hard-paste porcelain products created in Paris from the mid-1700s through the late 1800s. Vieux Paris is a generic term, as there were more than 30 factories that produced porcelain during this period. Sometimes these factories would sell “blank”, unpainted pieces to outside artisans, so it is quite possible to see identically shaped pieces with different paint styles. Because of this, a fair majority of Vieux Paris is unattributed – meaning there are typically no production marks. The trumpet necks of these vases are a lustrous gilded porcelain, flanked on two sides by bright white stylized sphinx busts with acanthus leaf headpieces. The slightly obovate bodies are painted in a matte azure color. This color, known as “Bleu de France”, has been a staple of the heraldry of the French monarchy since the 12th century. The body of each vase is where most of the minute details can be found. Situated on either side and slightly below the base of the sphinxes are gilt cherubs. Each vase has its own unique set of cherubs, depicting different activities. One vase has a cherub with butterfly on a string, while the one on the opposite side is holding a pair of trumpets. The other vase has a cherub flying with a wreath, while the one on the opposite side is holding a pair of torches. Even though the figures are very small in stature, you can still see the details of their faces. Beneath the cherubs are large bisque...

This bright Capodimonte porcelain group of four putti and a goat symbolizes abundance and the spirit of life. Capodimonte was originally an 18th century Italian porcelain...

This impressive pair of fruit and floral bouquet urns on matching pedestals were hand-carved from Italian limestone. Both urns are overflowing with flowers, bananas, grapes, pomegran...

The perfect find for any dog or animal lover, this pair of cast stone dog heads originates from England. Crafted circa 1960s with meticulous attention to detail, these dog heads show...

These pair of Medieval-style cast stone planters were crafted in the 1960s. The cream finish is delicately mottled with a patina of black, white, and green, adding to its charm and character that will age gracefully. Each jardiniere is decorated with a horizontal relief...

First produced in 1907 by the American silversmith company, Reed & Barton, this pair of sterling silver platters has repousse fruit motifs. Repousse is a metalwork technique where the verso (back) side is hammered to produce low relief images that can be seen when viewing the front. Curled leaves and C-scrolls seamlessly alternate along the outside of the platter to form scalloped edges. Beneath the crenelle are segmented sections (eight in total) that are adorned with alternating images of a cluster of fruit followed by a tall pinnate leaf. Our pair of scalloped sterling silver platters can be displayed on stands...

Porcelain fruit platter supported on a decorative leg, manufactured by Wawel, Poland in the 1960s. Very good condition, no damage. Measures: Height 6 ...

Midcentury Italian modern capodimonte porcelain topiary floral table lamps. Gorgeous handmade midcentury soft-paste Neapolitan porcelain topiary lamp...

Wonderful matching pair of hand-painted fruit coolers with original fitted inserts. Shell handles and subtle blue, green and gold hand-painted decoration ...

Electric ceramic indoor fountain. Full function, great sound of water splashing down each floor. Perfect for a Zen garden. Probably made in italy. For usage in US you would onl...

A wonderful matched pair of porcelain fruit or ice cream coolers with all original top and inserts. Decorated with hand-painted detailed floral subjec...

Beautiful set of 4 porcelain tea/coffee cups from Mid-century era. Produced in Czechoslovakia. Original label stamped in the bottom of each cup. The cups are elegant and simple in a ...