Théophile Soyer Enamelled Copper Dish with a Young Woman

“Heroine” by Theophile Francois Somme is a dramatic and richly detailed Art Nouveau sculpture in bronze and chryselephantine created, circa 1920. This exceptional piece has finely carved facial features and wonderful use of patinated bronze to create the sweep of fabric. The statue sits on a carved marble base. Somme was born in Nancy in 1871, lived until 1952 and was a frequent participant in the Parisian Salon des Artistes. He won the Gold Medal at the salon in 1924, a silver medal in 1925 and in 1937 he was awarded the Gold Medal at the Paris Exposition Internationale. Today his work can be viewed at the Toulon...

Vintage Matisse costume green enamel with copper necklace, 1960s. Makers mark at the opening.

This antique miniature ladies compac is unsigned with respect to the maker, but originated from Italy and dates to approximately 1880 and done in a Renaissance Revival style. The box...

The pieces created by Incalmi and Zanellato/Bortotto - the Specola collection inspired by astronomical research, to which plates, lamps, handles, hangers and wall sconces are added -...

A presentation Georgian snuff or patch box made in Bilston, England c1770-80. This lovely box is enamel painted on copper and decorated with birds and the saying "A Reward for Merit"...

An enamel Chinese Cloisonné match box case set, circa early-20th century. Set includes 1 matchbox holder, and 1 dish/plate (for used matches, ashes.) This b...