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19th Century French Nautical Musical Automaton, circa 1860
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique French Nautical Automaton, likely from Marseilles, circa 1860, a glass domed diorama with windmills and cottages on hillside, overlooking harbor with ship rocking on waves to a musical tune. The interior of glass dome has a hand painted landscape with trees, village and expansive sky; the diorama features a carved or molded cottage and windmill with figures winding along path down to the water's edge; a paper or papier-mache barque rides on a blue tissue paper sea; a pull-string activated mechanism plays music, rocks the ship on the sea...
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1860s French Folk Art Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay, Glass, Paper
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
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Antique Hand Carved Gothic Church Panel of Feeding Pelican as Symbol of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning religious wall panel in thick relief with strong hook for easy mounting.
For the collectors of stunning antique church relics we are also offering this marvelously hand carved pelican sculpture for wall mounting. The character ascribed to the pelican in this context is nearly as fabulous as that of the phœnix. From a clumsy, gluttonous, piscivorous water-bird, it was by the growth of legends transformed into a mystic emblem of Christ, whom Dante terms "Nostro Pelicano". St. Hieronymus gives the story of the pelican restoring its young ones destroyed by serpents as an illustration of the destruction of man by the old Serpent, and his salvation by the blood of Christ. The pelican in Christian art is an emblem of Jesus Christ, by "whose blood we are healed" and it is also a symbol of charity. Many early painters and carvers mistakenly represented it more similar to an eagle (much like in this antique church relic), and not as a natural pelican which is why most people today still are a bit confused at first when this stunning hand carved, symbolic bird is called a pelican.
This striking and all hand carved, symbolic panel was originally part of a church or monastery communion rail...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 23.2 in W 20.5 in D 3.8 in
Antique Altar Crucifix Detailed Silvered Bronze Sculpture of Christ & Monstrance
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique table crucifix and a wonderful work of religious art.
For us the most powerful statement will always be 'the truth will set you free'. It is what we have learned most from th...
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Mid-19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze, Silver
H 27.7 in W 9 in D 8.2 in
Adorable and Therapeutic Musical Clown Automaton Figure Toy
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality therapeutic musical automaton clown toy in wonderful vintage condition.
Features porcelain head, hands and feet.
Made in France during the ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Antique & Stunning, Hand Carved Wood Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture by Geldorp
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality and meaningful work of religious art.
This beautifully finest hand carved and large size Sacred Heart of Christ statue is another one of our recent great finds. In ou...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Beech
H 19.7 in W 7 in D 4.9 in
19th Century French Automaton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous rare 19th century automaton. Most likely made in France at the end of the 19th century. She is a real beauty and in remarkable condition for her age. She is made of porcelain and cloth. When you wind her she bends her head and raises bouquet to smell the flowers. With the stand she is 15 1/2 inches high. Just herself measures 11 1/2 inches high. Approximately 5 1/2 inches in width and depth. There is a monogram on the back of her neck that appears to be the letter C...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Porcelain
Striking Antique Austrian Bronze Bust of Christ Crowned w. Thorns by F. Seifert.
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and antique bronze and hard stone(base) sculpture of our Lord Jesus by Franz Seifert, Wien.
This breathtaking religious bronze bust sculpture by Austrian master Franz Seifert...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 22 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Antique Museum Quality Carved Oak Church Statue of Mother Mary & Child Jesus
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful, early 1800s, wooden sculpture of a Holy Mary with child Jesus on her arm.
This stunning church relic is another great example of the quality of 19th century, European craftsmanship and we are grateful for it to have found its way to our gallery. Also, because we are certain we will make a private collector or someone's congregation very happy with it. From the amazing body posture, the wonderfully serene facial expressions and the superb manner in which Her draped clothes are hand carved, one can see that this antique and sizeable Virgin Mary statue is the work of a master sculptor. This rare antique statue is made of solid oakwood and can be enjoyed on the floor, on a table, on a wall bracket or even mounted on your wall (via the sturdy antique metal hook...
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Early 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood, Oak
ANTiQUE FRENCH HAND MADE MUSICAL AUTOMATON JESTER CLOWN THAT PLAYS MUSIC & MOVES
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage French musical and moving Automaton Jester clown
A very good looki...
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20th Century French Edwardian Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Velvet
H 15.95 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Large & Wonderful Antique Bronze Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Mint condition, Serene and meaningful work of religious art.
This beautifully hand-crafted bronze Sacred Heart of Christ statuette is another one of our recent great finds. In our v...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 20.5 in W 10.5 in D 7.2 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Architectural Model, 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An unusually large Chinese Ming Dynasty glazed pottery architectural model of a shrine or cabinet, Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644), circa 16th century, China.
The shrine model crafted o...
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Pottery
Stunning Antique Bronze Sculpture of a Sword Holding Joan of Arc in Chainmail
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique, mint and rare bronze statue of Jeanne D'arc, Frances most famous patron saint.
25 years after her short lived & heroic life, Joan of Arc, who had wrongly been sentenced to ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 12 in
Hand Carved Antique Alabaster Bust Sculpture of Saint Clare of Assisi ca. 1915
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality carved, practical size and used condition sculpture of a serene Saint Clare.
If you are a collector of antique and beautiful materials works o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Alabaster
H 8.7 in W 8.5 in D 4.7 in
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Rare Spanish Colonial Renaissance Chariot Carriage Model Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent antique Spanish Colonial Medieval High Renaissance style hand-crafted coach chariot - luxurious horse drawn carriage model.
Born in the late 18th / early 19th century, likely Northern Mexico (New Spain), New Mexico or Texas, handmade by Spanish settlers / colonists, the exceptionally executed one-of-a-kind primitive folk art work features hand carved, painted and sculpted wood and clay construction, intricately detailed, with ornate polychrome and parcel gilt ornamentation.
Provenance / Acquisition:
Property from the Majestic Theatre Penthouse, Downtown San Antonio, Texas
The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people, designed in Spanish Renaissance style and built by renowned Art Deco period architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929. Intended to be the most modern building in South Texas and the first theater in the United States to be air-conditioned, for many years it remained the largest theatre in Texas and the second largest movie theatre in the United States.
Unbeknownst to many of its patrons, who gawk at the rich interior of San Antonio’s oldest theater as they take in a performance at the Majestic Theatre, sitting atop the historic structure is a three-story, 3,500-square-foot penthouse apartment that evokes ‘Old Hollywood Glamour’ for many years it was occupied by a wealthy tenant who threw lavish, extravagant parties attended by the city’s elite.
That man, whose identity remains concealed moved out in recent years, leaving behind a collection of high-end vintage furnishings...
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Early 19th Century North American Spanish Colonial Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay, Paint, Wood
Chinese Han Dynasty Mingqi House Model with Its Inhabitants, circa 202 BC-200 AD
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Han dynasty house model with its occupants and removable roof, circa 202 BC-200 AD. Crafted during the Han dynasty, this mingqi house model...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
H 12 in W 16 in D 7 in
Colonial India Clay Figures
Located in London, GB
19th century clay Indian figures
We are proud to offer a collection of late 19th century clay over wire framed Indian figures. Handcrafted and painted detail, these 10 figures are wire formed over clay. Each figure represents a figure of the Indian workforce of the Victorian ear, from humble house...
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1890s Indian Folk Art Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Five Pieces
Located in South Burlington, VT
Myanmar, Burma, a one of a kind collection of five old Buddhist prayer offering votive sculptures dating to the early part of the last century.
Clay v...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
"Leith" TOTEM Sculpture by Ashley Hicks, 2017
By Ashley Hicks
Located in New York, NY
"Leith" TOTEM sculpture. Hand-sculpted in clay and cast-resin with a hand-painted wooden base. Designed and made by Ashley Hicks, England, 2017.
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2010s English Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
"Fernandez" TOTEM Sculpture by Ashley Hicks, 2017
By Ashley Hicks
Located in New York, NY
"Fernandez" TOTEM sculpture. hand-sculpted in clay with a hand-painted wooden base. Designed and made by Ashley Hicks, England, 2017.
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2010s English Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Set of Four 19th Century Jewelry Molds
Located in Houston, TX
Set of four jewelry molds on custom-made iron stands.
H 9", W 2", L 2".
H 7.5", W 2", L 2".
H 6", W 2", L 2".
H 5", W 2", L 2".
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19th Century French Antique Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
Set of Three Vintage Glove Moulds
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Set of 3 vintage ceramic rubber glove moulds from the Marigold factory, UK
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1950s British Vintage Clay Models and Miniatures
Materials
Clay
