Malachite Furniture

French Charles X malachite and gilt bronze figurative clock French, circa 1830 Measures: Height 62cm, width 45cm, depth 16cm This fine mantel clock is a superb example of the Ch...

The exquisite art of pietre dure is at its absolute finest in this spectacular pair of Russian ormolu and malachite plinths. True works of art of the Restauration period, these plinths each feature a matching pietre dure mosaic crafted of the finest stones, all chosen to create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the final work. Depicting an onyx vase with tulips, roses, daffodils, magnolia and other flowers, these pietre dure panels are among the finest examples of this ancient art we have seen. The pietre dure is complemented by malachite panels of the highest quality, exhibiting exceptional depth through its extraordinary cellular structure. Malachite is one of Russia’s most precious stones, and its presence in these plinths indicates commission and ownership by an individual of considerable status. Mounted in an excellent stepped ormolu base, these plinths originally served as bases for vases or candelabra. The overall execution and appearance of these plinths is very characteristic of the taste associated with the immensely wealthy collector Nicolas Demidoff. As early as 1806, Demidoff had commissioned the Parisian goldsmith Henri August to supply a guéridon; in 1819, he ordered famed French bronzier Pierre-Philippe Thomire to supply mounts for a massive malachite vase (now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York), as well as a console table with legs in the form of Nike. Other commissions included a table given as a gift to Grand Duke Leopoldo II of Florence, now in the Pitti Palace. Demidoff eventually settled in Florence in 1822 and became Russian minister to the Tuscan Court. Elevated to the rank of Count of San Donato by the Grand Duke, he built a magnificent villa at San Donato on the site of lands formerly owned by the Medici. The villa was later inherited by Anatole, his son, Prince of San Donato, and there are records which confirm transactions he had with the Opificio delle Pietre Dure. The 19th century proved to be the golden age of Russian malachite. The stone became a sign of prestige and a token of wealth, so much so that Russian papers of the time wrote: "To afford having a big piece wrought in malachite is synonymous to owning diamonds." Year after year the Russian (Romanov) treasury paid increasingly unreasonable prices to hoard the best malachite, much of which went into Romanov palaces and extravagant objets d'art. The Hermitage Museum possesses a collection of over two hundred examples of this “palatial” malachite...

Antique pair of French Neoclassical style gilt bronze and malachite candelabra French, late 19th century Measures: Height 62cm, width 30cm, depth 30cm This fine pair of candelab...

Bronze sculpture by Artiss Dimensions: L 67 x W 30 x H 57 cm Materials: Mlachite, Bronze Artiss is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for natural gem and natural mother shell. ...

This remarkable rosewood centre table attributed to legendary firm Gillows showcases masterful craftsmanship and stunningly rare hardstone specimens. The table's base is ornately crafted, complete with lion's paw feet, emphasizing the quality of the wood. The most impressive element of this beautiful piece of furniture, however, is the exquisite inlaid table top. Featuring eighteen semi-precious and hardstone specimens artfully arranged in alternating geometric shapes, rare stones like gem quality Lapis Lazuli, Egyptian porphyry and Siberian amethyst dazzle the eye. Other stones and specimens inlaid in square, circle and hexagon shapes include pyrite lapis lazuli, malachite, green aventurine, agate of amethyst, greek spartan porphyry, labradorite, fossilized wood, occhio di pavone, brèche verte d'égypte, sicilian jaspers, blood stone, spanish brocatelle, siena brocatelle, convent siena and nero antico. The sheer variety and superb quality of these features is an overwhelming visual delight and a triumph of craftsmanship. Hardstone pieces such as this were popular among the British aristocracy...

A striking hand-hammered silver-plated copper soup tureen with matching ladle by Emilia Castillo, Mexico, circa 1990s. This elegant lidded vessel exemplifies Castillo’s signature com...

Standing over two and a half metres tall, this sculpture is truly exceptional—an unusual, and remarkable, statement piece. The sculpture features a standing female figure, her dress ...

ROCOCO ORMOLU-MOUNTED MALACHITE VENEERED ENCRIER Circa 1880 unmarked of exceedingly fine quality Item # 404XKP19B An exceedingly fine malachite veneered encrier (inkwell), it feat...

A stunning and substantial hand-hammered silver-plated copper salad bowl with matching serving utensils by Emilia Castillo, renowned Mexican silversmith celebrated for her sculptural...

Custom made 8 sided tray in multicolor python with brushed chrome handles and malachite accents around top by Lobel Originals, American 2023. This piece...

This wonderful clock set was created in France in circa 1870, in the late 19th century. The set, which consists of a mantel clock and pair of candelabra is crafted from gilt bronze (...

Impressive and large Russian malachite egg, carved from the solid. A timeless yet historic decorative object, which is a great addition to any sophistica...

Empire period ormolu mounted malachite allegorical mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 50m, width 21cm, depth 14cm This fine mantel clock is an excellent ex...

Malachite inlaid black marble plinth-form mantel clock French, circa 1876 Measures: Height 24cm, width 39cm, depth 16cm This rather unusual bu...

Napoleon III Period neoclassical style three-piece clock set. French, 19th century Dimensions: Height 58cm, width 47cm, depth 19cm Comprised of a mantel clock and two flanking c...

This mantel clock is a truly beautiful piece of design, crafted by the leading early 19th century French clock-maker, Pierre-César Honoré Pons. Honoré Pons...

Louis XVI period neoclassical ormolu and malachite mantel clock French, Late 18th Century Measures: Height 53cm, width 36cm, depth 14cm Encaps...

Antique Parisian mantel clock and candelabra set by Denière et Fils French, 19th century Clock: Height 60cm, width 36cm, depth 19cm Candela...

‘Earthly Treasures No 26’ is a unique sculptural bowl by the British artist, Morrison Thomas. It is made from sycamore inlaid with Chrysocolla & Malachite. Morrison turns beau...

Small Olive Wood Dice Set by Marcela Cure Dimensions: W 19 x D 19 x H 7 cm Materials: Olive Wood with Malachite inlay. Our Small Dice set is composed of 9 (6cms) wood dice with malachite inlays. Acrylic tray included. Nothing better than having fun, and if you can do it...

Bronze porch table with Malachite by ARTISS Dimensions: L 125 x W 50 x H 92 cm Materials: Malachite, bronze ARTIS is named from artist, whose two -S" ...

Italian Miniature Model Sculpture Box Piano Silver Green Malachite Vermeil Italian, 20th Century Height 6cm, width 9cm, depth 11cm A charming and finely executed Italian miniature...

This three-piece clock and candelabra set is formed of malachite and is fitted with gilt and patinated bronze mounts. The malachite base of th...

Petit vase en malachite par Henri Vever – Art Nouveau, circa 1900 Ce délicat vase rectangulaire en malachite, réalisé autour de 1900, est une pièce ...

This magnificent clock set is signed ‘Le Roy’, most likely for Le Roy et fils. Founded in 1785, Le Roy et fils was an acclaimed French clock-making firm...

This stunning clock expertly showcases the ingenuity of its maker, Ferdinand Barbedienne, and its smart styling in the opulent Napoleon III style will make it an excellent addition t...

French neoclassical malachite and gilt bronze mantel clock French, circa 1830 Measures: Height 51cm, width 33cm, depth 14cm This mantel ...

Important pair of marble obelisks, malachite, white marble, old yellow marble, and gilded bronze decorations. They follow the taste of the Grand Tour, when miniatures of Roman remain...

Bronze porch table with Malachite by ARTISS Dimensions: L 137 x W 42 x H 88 cm Materials: malachite, bronze ARTIS is named from artist, whose two -S" ...

An Italian Pietra dura top occasional table Constructed in carved gilt wood, having a pietra dura inlaid circular platform; rising from a tripartite base, the legs terminating in ...

Neoclassical Louis XVI period French mantel clock French, late 18th century Dimensions: Height 56cm, width 33cm, depth 9.5cm Crafted from o...

Set of 6 Octagonal Malachite Napkin Rings by Marcela Cure Dimensions: W 7 x D 7 x H 1 cm Materials: Malachite Our luxurious Malachite Napkin Rings are completely made with natur...

Small Olive Wood Domino Set by Marcela Cure Dimensions: Upper W 24 x D 9 x H 5 cm Materials: Olive Wood with Malachite inlay. Our Small Olive Wood Domino set is composed of 28 pieces of wood with malachite inlay, elegantly stored in a leather box. Nothing better than having fun, and if you can do it...

Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...

Bronze lamp with Malachite by ARTISS Dimensions: W 54 x D 54 x H 112 cm Materials: Malachite, bronze ARTIS is named from artist, whose two -S"...

Set of 6 Square Malachite Napkin Rings by Marcela Cure Dimensions: W 7 x D 7 x H 1 cm Materials: Malachite Our luxurious Malachite Napkin Rings are completely made with natural ...

An Empire style ormolu and malachite mantel clock by Denière French, c.1820 Measures: Height 50cm, width 33cm, depth 14cm Made in the early nineteenth ...

Antique 19th Century Bourbon restauration malachite and gilt bronze mantel clock French, 1827 Dimensions: Height 65cm, width 32cm, depth 20cm This beautiful early 19th Century m...

Charles X period gilt-bronze and malachite sculptural mantel clock. French, c.1830. Measures: height 55cm, width 40cm, depth 18cm. Mounted by a seated maiden in robes with books to her feet upon a circular dial with enamelled chapter ring, and set on a base with further bronze icons and acanthus darting, this excellent piece is a large mantel clock...

Louis XVI architectural gilt bronze and malachite clock French, late 18th century Measures: Height 53cm, width 35.5cm, depth 11cm Crafted from ormolu and a later malachite venee...

Two French malachite and gilt bronze circular side tables French, c. 1900 Height 69cm, diameter 62cm These elegant circular side tables (French: ‘guéridons’) were crafted in ...

Large gilt-bronze and malachite Charles X style mantel clock French, 19th Century Height 74cm, width 53cm, depth 24cm This superb and impressively large mantel clock...

Set of 6 round malachite napkin rings by Marcela Cure Dimensions: W 7 x D 7 x H 1 cm Materials: Malachite Our luxurious Malachite Napkin Rings are completely made with natural malachite. They are the perfect finishing touch for a beautiful table. Three different geometric shapes available: circular, square and octagonal. All of the pieces in this collection are carefully handcrafted in wood and semi-precious stones, a true work of art. Marcela Cure is an interior designer from Barranquilla, Colombia, who, in addition to designing contemporary spaces with a Latin Punch, creates exquisite hand-sculpted art objects in materials sourced from the earth. Inspired by the creative legacy of her late mother, a renowned plastic artist, Marcela dedicated herself to designing her own spaces with such impeccable taste and creativity, that friends and family began to comission her design projects. It was at the end of 2015 that "Marcela Cure" was established as an interior design firm focused on contemporary and luxury projects, from which modern, cheerful spaces with an evident Latin American spirit are proposed, as well as contemporary art objects.