Gold Folk Art

A charming fragment from a Greek vase attributed to a follower of one of the most prolific pottery painters of the 5th century BC, the Douris painter. It depicts a man, in profile, w...

Masterfully handcrafted of white clay, this stunning vase depicts the face of a young woman adorned with a crown and jewels suggesting a noble origin. Her captivating gaze is enhance...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

18th century Italian large gold leaf tassel ornament. These tassels were once used to decorate churches for feast days like Christmas. T...

One of the finest known examples of the type, this superbly cast, and delicately gilded Oxyrhynchus fish is a masterpiece of the highest order. Naturalistically rendered with deeply ...

This dazzling gold brooch, inlaid with red garnet, and blue and green glass, is a fine example of one of the most striking emblems of the early medieval elite. Its rich colours, expe...

American gilt copper full bodied running horse directional weathervane with two gilt circular spheres resting on squared iron stand, J.W. Fiske, late 19th century.

A striking pair of handcrafted Venetian jester masks, created in Italy circa 2000 and inspired by the rich theatrical traditions of Commedia dell’Arte. These original Venetian folk a...

Original painting from Venice, Italy featuring the iconic Venetian canal poles and masquerade figures. The colors of reds, gold, and black work wonderfully with the gold-leafed frame...

Distinguished for its deft use of sculptural details and simple colors, this handmade head vase will add dramatic flair to any kitchen, living room or entryway decor...

Stunning and rare Omani tribal necklace in gold and silver featuring eight Burgau thalers dated 1780 and a large amulet box (Hirz) also in gold and silver. 19th century. Very good condition. Preserved and professionally framed. Dimensions of the necklace: 52 x 30 x 3 Dimensions of the frame: 70 x 47 x 5 Secure shipping. This fine Omani necklace of silver and gold comprises two strands of spiky, seed pod-like silver beads; gold-wrapped beads; eight silver Maria Theresa thaler coins; and a large silver and gold amulet box, with multiple chain tassels each of which finishes with a square-shaped pendant cut from sheet silver. The cigar-shaped amulet box called hirz would have contained some Koranic verse or religious text. Such a spectacular display of wealth would only have been worn at times of important festivities such as marriage celebrations. Maria Theresa thalers were made in Austria since the reign of Empress Maria Theresa of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Empress died in 1780 and since that time, all thalers that were subsequently struck were minted with that date regardless of the actual year that they were produced. The coins achieved such a level of trust for their silver content (which is 83.3% silver) in the Middle East that neither the design not the date was varied, and so for more than 200 years the coins were used as an international currency among the tribes and the states of the Middle East, in much the same way as the Spanish dollar was used as an international currency at the time elsewhere. The thalers were used to complete most important transactions locally and were also given as dowries. They were also an important source of silver and were melted locally for jewellery. The coins made their way to the ports of the Red Sea, Egypt and northern Africa from the ports of Genoa, Trieste, Livorno and Marseille. European traders used the coins to buy precious materials from the Gulf and northern Africa which it desired – commodities such as spices, coffee, gum Arabic, indigo, pearls, and tortoise shell. The importance and the beauty of the coins saw them incorporated into local jewellery most particularly in Oman and Yemen. References Al-Jadir, S., Arab & Islamic Silver, Stacey International, 1981. Harrigan, P., ‘Tales of a Thaler’, Saudi Aramco World, January/February 2003. Hawley, R., Omani Silver, Longman, 1978. Hawley, R., Silver: The Traditional Art of Oman, Stacey International, 2000. Rajab, J.S., Silver Jewellery of Oman, Tareq Rajab Museum, 1998. Ransom, M., Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

The Holy Bible With An Abridgement Of The Commentaries Of Scott And Henry Bound in full navy Morocco with the covers displaying open-tooled bordering details, an indented central ti...

A captivating ode to traditional craftsmanship and modern sensibility, this anthropomorphic vase of a Sicilian woman recalls the grandeur of Sicily's Arab domination. Crafted with care by master ceramicist Stefania Boemi, this piece is hand glazed in a deep black matte hue and boasts an expressive visage with an ornate headdress and crown flanked by locks of hair intertwined with Sicilian lemons...

Skillfully handmade by sculptor Stefania Boemi, this anthropomorphic vase of a woman is a striking homage to Sicily's rich cultural traditions. The subject is drawn from Sicilian lor...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

Antique American copper fish weathervane circa 1875. Purchased from a private Nantucket collection in the 1980s. Original surface with remnants of gold leaf. Great condition, measure...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

The loop attached to an oval fitting with radiant decoration. The cameo made of agate, showing the profile of a female bust with hair pinned up. The portrait in the style of Faustina...

A group of five 18th century Italian speckled and gilded tassel ornaments with the original hooks. The gilded tassels have naturally distressed over time which creates a unique patte...

18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used d...

Wonderful painting of a collie by John Fitz Marshall. Signed.

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

Natural pink tourmaline necklace (167 gms) with rare gold Veraguas/Diquis supernatural drummer. Very fine example of ancient, Precolumbian goldwork form Central America, either Costa Rica or Panama. 111 grams of blush pink gold made with “lost wax” technique. The music he plays is not for entertainment, but rather to create magic, casting a spell or summoning other supernatural beings. Healing was the most important function of shamans, both the mortal and the immortal kind. Such a magical pendant...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

A stunning work of art, this sculpture of a Moorish woman's head features a crown and a rich decoration of flowers and fruit. This design is a modern interpretation of the traditional Moor head, an iconic decorative motif in Sicilian art...

Entirely handmade of terracotta, this anthropomorphic vase depicts Musidora (Greek word for "gift of the muses"), a young woman wearing a crown with her hair gathered in a soft turba...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

Edward III 1361-1369 Gold Noble Treaty Period 1361 - 1369, London. Country: England England Period: House of Plantagenet Ruler: Edward III Phase: treaty period (1361-1369) Producti...

Perfectly and auspiciously whimsical. Iron and gold leaf kinetic sculpture, in abstract form -a tabletop sculpture. The sculpture is in excellent original condition. In the style ...

Pair of 18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf tassel ornaments. They are two of the same shape of tassel but in two different sizes ...

Push Me Pull You Goldene Glaze Ceramic Sculpture by Stephanie Phillips Dimensions: D 9 x W 35 x x H 40 cm Materials: Ceramic, Gold Also available in other colors and custom sizes f...

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

Vintage gold plated Christian Dior necklace with large chains.

18th Century Italian hand-carved speckled gold and silver leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used during feast days. These tassels were commonly used to adorn 18th and 19th century French and Italian chandeliers...

Christmas ornament featuring a reindeer, made of brass and gilded with 18-carat gold, designed by Sanne Lund Traberg for Georg Jensen in 2023. This beautiful ornament is part of Geor...

This magnificent gold bracelet was made for Ashanti royalty. The Ashanti Kingdom's wealth was significantly based on gold-mining and trading in gold, as well as agriculture. The ki...

A striking piece of functional decor, this anthropomorphic vase of a Moor man is a testament to Sicily's rich crafting history and artistic patrimony. Entirely handcrafted and finish...

Rich in artistic and historical significance, this anthropomorphic vase is an iconic homage to Sicily's rich Moorish influence. Entirely handmade of terracotta, this vase of Musidora...

Bastone da collezione - XX secolo Descrizione Bastone da collezione legno radica e argento placato oro seconda meta del XX secolo Produzione: Italiana Periodo: XX secolo Materiale: L...

A large sheet gold mask depicting a stylized human face having an individually fashioned and applied nose. Large low relief repousse eyes and rectangular mou...

A high karat heavy sheet gold human face mask with large almond-shaped eyes and recessed pierced pupils. Multiple small perforations along the upper and lower edges for attachment. L...

A 1999 Ministry of Labor medal awarded to J. Boving, housed in its original presentation box. Crafted in vermeil, this medal from Monnaie de Paris is a distinguished item, reflecting...

French Victorian red, white, and gold painted and carved crown wall plaque with fleur de lis design.

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

18th century French pair of oils on gold leaf panels. One is depicting an angel playing the violin, and the other one is holding the music book.

Pair of Italian painted and gilt vitrines with hinged glass tops, carved intertwined decorative floral vine motif, corner floral medallions, and terminating on bulbous fluted legs su...

Italian gilt carved wood window bench with scrolled floral medallion arms, carved floral skirt , and terminating on scrolled fluted legs. Bench has b...

Finely crafted goldsmith’s work in the form of an oriental sedan chair richly decorated with enamel. The piece features a small superstructure fitted with blue glass perfume flasks. ...

An important early 19th century British officer’s sabre dating to the period of the Peninsular War, circa 1808, and bearing the maker’s mark “Osborn & Gunby.” The carved bone hi...

An Ashanti Chief’s ceremonial gold and gilt-metal crown and sash Ghana, early 20th century Diam. 20 cm (crown) L. 128 cm (sash) H. 102 cm (incl. st...

Folk art doesn’t ask permission. It doesn’t wait for training or titles. It just appears—fully formed, utterly certain. We found this 19th-century chessboard in the estate of a seri...