Renaissance Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Antique Derby S.P. Co International Figural Repousse Village Silverplate Water Pitcher. Item features a unique village "party" scene to pitch...

Deruta majolica charger from the workshop of Serafino Volpi hand painted with the portrait of the prophet Zaccaria from Michaelangelo's Sistine Chapel ...

Crespina Faenza, last quarter of the 16th century Maiolica painted in two colors, light blue and yellow, on a thick, rich layer of white enamel. It measures 2.24 in (5.7 cm) in height, 6.10 in (15.5 cm) in diameter. lb 0.55 (kg 0.25) State of conservation: mimetic restoration. The small cup has a raised central “umbone”, a perforated brim and a shaped rim. It rests on a high jutting foot. The "crespina" shape, in some inventories is cited as "tacce de frute" (fruit cups). It was particularly appreciated in the Renaissance and has variants based on the formal types and the different sizes. The decoration, made according to the dictates of the “compendiario” style, used few standardized colors: blue and yellow on a thick white and shiny enamel, deliberately chosen as the colour which was most reminiscent of silver. This choice derived from a trend in creative design of the era: the shapes used in the molds were often taken from metal objects. An idea which would last throughout the Renaissance. The work shows, in the middle of the “umbone”, a winged putto stepping forward while playing a long thin trumpet. The depiction of the putto is fully representative of the repertoire of the Faenza workshops of the sixteenth century. Some specimens with this type of decoration have been published in a volume by Carmen Ravanelli Guidotti: there appears the whole productive repertoire of this fundamental moment of transition between the taste for the “istoriato” style and the great simplification of decoration in the “compendiario” period. This style, in its simplicity, however, saw its expression in a rather varied collection of decorative subjects, including old-fashioned busts...

Sterling, Bone, & Semi-Precious Gems Figure of a Court Jester Germany, Early 20th Century A meticulously cast and modeled Medieval / Renaissance Figure of the Court Jester...

Vintage Spanish Renaissance Silver Plated Coat of Arms Communion Cup Bowl. Interior marking: HISPAN TE IND REX NG 8R P. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2.25" H x 14.5" W x 8.75...

Luxurious gilt bronze and crystal centerpiece in renaissance style italian by Domenico Rugiano

English Renaissance-style (19th Century) pewter chalice with scene in relief and eagle on lid.

English Renaissance-style (20th Century) pewter tankard/measure.

Our ceramic plate "Mediterranean Nuances" is handmade and hand-painted in Italy: realized in majolica painted in polychrome, it is characterized by elegant decorative motifs of the Deruta tradition colored with different variations of blue and brown tones following the original Renaissance painting technique. The particular shape of this dish is traditionally called "a priest's hat". This majolica can be exposed as an centerpiece or it can be used as a fancy wall dish...

Set of 4 English Renaissance-style (19th Century) pewter measuring cups in cone shaped container with handles. (PRICED AS SET)

Italian (1890) Venetian Murano clear glass goblet supported with a swan base and trimmed with a red band on top and base.

Large photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with painted fire enamels like lapis lazuli stone. Shaping taken from the tiles of the North Door of the Baptistery of the F...

Antique French Renaissance Small Silver Plated Maiden Bust Figural Twin Handle Trinket Dish. Item features lion and floral bouquet engraving to center, paw feet, and female bust form...

Porcelain lidded samovar, tea or coffee urn, handmade in Italy. Great decorative piece with handles and brass metal sprout. Great to use for serving hot tea or any beverage. Beautiful colorful hot water urn samovar in the Russian style. Gilt fine porcelain tea pot hand...

This antique tantalus set originates from France and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Renaissance style. The case is composed of softwood...

Vintage Embossed Copper "Rembrandt" Self Portrait Wall Hanging Charger Plaque. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 17" W x 1" D.

Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of five dinner plates from the renowned Crown Staffordshire of England. Featuring the celebrated "Renaissance" pattern, these p...

Gorgeous dinner and luncheon size French Renaissance by Reed & Barton sterling silver flatware set - 70 pieces. This set includes: Eight dinner size knives, wide handles, 9 3/4" Eig...

This fine pair of faience chargers were crafted by the pottery manufactory in Montereau, France. The manufactory was established in the 18th century and flourished in the 19th century with the creation of Creil-Montereau faience, a kind of lead-based earthenware set on a white body which originated in the area which these chargers are crafted from. The pair of chargers...

From Italy, this majolica apothecary pitcher (orciuolo) is in the manner of the pitcher done by Castelli, circa 1520, housed in the MET Museum NYC,...

Pair of solid silver candlesticks made in Italy in San Marco (Venetian) style completely handmade. The base is round and hand-hammered with t...

Majolica dish hand made and hand-painted in Deruta, Italy, according to the original Renaissance painting technique. The dish is enriched by the presence of four metamorphic dolphin-...

Portal in chiseled solid silver depicting the "Marriage of the Virgin". The Marriage of the Virgin is an oil painting on wood (170 × 117 cm) by ...

This K-OVER champagne is a distinguished piece from our Work of Art Collection. The artist has intricately chiseled a scene on pure silver 999/°°°, depicting the dramatic start of t...

Faience or majolica (jewelry?) box on claw legs. Decorated and sculptured with lions and griffin in typical faience colors. On the lid is a naked lady.

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal jug. The rock crystal engraved with intricate scrollwork, silver gilt mounts decorated with cha...

English Renaissance style (19th Century) pewter ladle with wood handle.

The dating trough, crafted from solid natural wood in Denmark around the 1840s, is a remarkable piece of heritage that embodies both functionality and historical significance. Design...

Terracotta planter centerpiece with dancing cherubs, Florence Circa 1820. Centerpiece total measures: 27”L x 14.25”W x 18”H, including 2 pieces; the te...

These antique French plates, or chargers, are finely decorated with the portraits of two historic Kings of France: Francois I and Henry II, painte...

19th Century oval porcelain plaque by Royal Vienna Austrian, 19th Century Frame: Height 43cm, width 52cm, depth 2cm Plaque: Height 24cm, width 34cm, depth 0.5cm This beautiful porce...

Antique Dresden porcelain cabinet plate depicting the Madonna after Raphael German, c. 1880 Height 2.5cm, diameter 19.5cm This finely painte...

This champagne cover is a distinguished piece from our Works of Art collection. Crafted from pure 999/° silver, it features a meticulously detailed scene from Dante's Divine Comedy....

A very handsome and high-quality French mid 19th century Renaissance st. patinated bronze and gilt tazza. Raised by a tripod base with richly chased 'S' scrolled supports topped by lion heads, ending with impressive paws. The lion supports surround the center decorated with foliate scrolls. Above is the circular dish signed by Émile Louis Picault and dated 1863. The inscription states that it was created for the Éxposition Des Beaux...

Pair of French Renaissance style enamelled porcelain plaques French, c. 1880 Frame: Height 32cm, width 22.5cm, depth 1.5cm Plaque: Height 30cm, width 20.5cm, depth 0.5cm These elega...

A stunning and most decorative French 19th century Renaissance st. Alabastro marble and ormolu centerpiece/planter. The oblong centerpiece is raised...