Art Nouveau Furniture

This Tiffany Studios New York centerpiece, features deep-blue green iridescent Favrile glass, decorated with a iridescent green leaf and vine decoration. The charming piece features ...

This exquisite Art Nouveau vase by Émile Gallé in Nancy is statement pieces in the room. Signed E. Gallé. Vase with red currant decoration in frosted glass internally suffused with ...

Late 19th Century, Bohemian Cranberry Overlay & Gilt Bronze Hinged Casket Box A richly ornamented Bohemian casket box, dating to the latter half of the 19th century, of ovoid rectan...

Small Majolica white swan jardinière signed Jerome Massier Vallauris, circa 1890.

An antique vesta box with art-nouveau motifs. This is an amazing and rare vesta matches box, created in America with Art-Nouveau motifs, back in the 1890-95. The vesta box has been ...

Early cameo glass vase by Emile Galle.. Beautiful work, unsual execution of the 1890-1900. Signed in cameo.

A large and impressive late 19th Century bronze study of the famous Venus de Milo sculpture of antiquity with excellent rich brown patina and good hand finished surface detail, inscribed F.Barbedienne foundry ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 95 cm Width: 28 cm Depth: 28 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Foundry: F.Barbedienne SKU: 7741 ABOUT The Barbedienne Foundry is a famous 19th century bronze foundry, whose statues and art objects became rapidly very renowned. This bronze studio co-worked with other trades, and put his name to a great variety of works, such as furnishing in particular. Attending every World's Fair of its time, the Barbedienne Foundry was regularly awarded, notably at the World's Fair of 1855 where it was awarded the Great Medal of Honor. A Parisian bronze maker and caster, Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892) creates a firm in 1839 in collaboration with Achille Collas, the inventor of the mechanical method to obtain copies of sculptures at a smaller scale. With this groundbreaking proceed, they facilitated an unprecedented production. Under the “Collas et Barbedienne” name, they specialized in Antiquity copies and perfected new chemical methods for the color and patina finish of their bronzes. As a true Romantic, Ferdinand Barbedienne is committed to democratization of arts, he thus realizes numerous Antiquity copies and stimulates his contemporaries’ works broadcasting. A great deal of famous sculptures are hence cast by the Barbedienne Foundry. All his life, Barbedienne co-worked with the greatest artists, sculptors or designers of his time, such as Edouard Lievre, Ferdinand Levillain, Attarge, Aizelin, Barye or Fremiet. Statues aside, he products a great deal of decorative artifacts, such as clocks, vases, mirrors, etc. Since 1855, Ferdinand Barbedienne collaborates with the famous decoration designer Louis-Constant Sévin (1821-1888). Joining the firm as a sculptor-designer, he stays loyal to it his life long, always finding more new designs for daily objects, which hence become true art works. Sevin’s creations, specialized in the “Neo-Greek” style, were particularly appreciated for antiquity reference in decorative arts, just like the great mirror preserved by the Orsay Museum. He also teams up with enamelers including Alfred Serre, and develops a set of “cloisonnés” enamels that made the headlines at the World's Fair of 1862 in London, which was the very beginning of the art of enamel’s return. In collaboration with Serre, Barbedienne realized between 1878 and 1889 the Monumental Clock in Renaissance style, decorated with enamels, which is preserved in the Paris City Hall. Venus de Milo Facts about Venus de Milo sculpture. For much of the world, the mystery of the Venus de Milo lies in her missing arms. But there’s much more to this iconic statue than a couple of absent appendages. 1. Venus de Milo‘s title is a bit misleading. It’s popularly believed that this Grecian statue depicts the Greek Goddess of love and beauty, who was often rendered half-naked. However, the Greeks would have called this deity Aphrodite. Nonetheless, the Roman-inspired Venus de Milo caught on. 2. She’s named in part for where she was discovered. On April 8, 1820, a farmer named Yorgos Kentrotas came across the statue in pieces within the ruins of an ancient city on the island of Milos (formerly known as Melos). 3. Alexandros of Antioch is credited with her creation. A sculptor of the Hellenistic period, Alexandros is believed to have carved this masterpiece between 130 and 100 BCE. The inscription on the plinth—the slab on which the statue rested—that identified him as Venus de Milo‘s creator was lost nearly 200 years ago. 4. She might not be Venus. Some have suggested the sculpture is not Aphrodite/Venus, but Amphitrite, the sea goddess who was particularly adored on Milos. Still others have proposed she’s Victory, or perhaps a prostitute. With her arms long missing, would-be context clues have been lost for centuries. A spear could have meant one thing, a spool of thread another. If she held an apple—as some reports claim—it could mean she was Aphrodite, holding the award given to her by Paris before the Trojan War began. To this day, it’s a matter of passionate debate. 5. She became a gift to the King of France. When Kentrotas called upon a French naval officer to help him unearth the spectacular sculpture, he began a chain of events that would eventually lead to the Marquis de Rivière presenting Venus de Milo to Louis XVIII. In turn, the ruler gave the statue to the Louvre, where it is on display to this very day. 6. The loss of her limbs is the fault of the French. Kentrotas did find fragments of an arm and a hand when he uncovered the statue in the ruins, but as Venus de Milo was being reassembled, those arms were discarded for having a “rougher” appearance. Modern art historians believe that the variation of finish does not mean those arms did not belong to Venus, but both the arms and the original plinth have been lost since the piece moved to Paris in 1820. 7. The original plinth was ditched on purpose. Sight unseen, early 19th century art historians decided the newly discovered Venus must have been the work of Greek artist Praxiteles, and publicized the work as such. This attribution would have placed the piece in the Classical period (5th through 4th centuries BCE), which was more respected artistically than the Hellenistic period. To save face and better promote Venus de Milo—even at the cost of misinforming the public—the plinth was removed before it was presented to the King. 8. Venus de Milo was meant to make up for a national embarrassment. During his conquests, Napoleon Bonaparte had plundered one of the finest examples of Greek sculpture, Venus de’ Medici, from Italy. In 1815, the French government returned that beloved sculpture, but in 1820, France embraced the chance to fill the hole its absence left in the French culture and national pride. As such, Venus de Milo was promoted as being even greater than Venus de’ Medici upon her Louvre debut. The ploy worked, and the piece was met with almost universal praise from artists and critics. 9. Renoir was not impressed. Perhaps the most famous of Venus de Milo‘s detractors, the celebrated Impressionist painter dismissed this delicate depiction of grace and female beauty as “a big gendarme.” 10. She went into hiding during World War II. By the autumn of 1939, war threatened to descend on Paris, so Venus de Milo along with some other priceless pieces, such as Winged Victory of Samothrace and Michelangelo’s Slaves, were whisked away for safekeeping at various châteaux in the French countryside. 11. She’s been robbed! Venus is missing more than just her arms. She was originally draped in jewellery including a bracelet, earrings and a headband. These flourishes are long lost, but the holes for fixing them to the piece remain in the marble, giving clues to the missing accessories. 12. She lost her colour. While it’s easy for today’s art admirers to think of Greek statues as white, the marble was often painted in the style of polychromy. However, no trace of the original paint scheme remains on Venus de Milo today. 13. She’s taller than most people. Even with her slight slouch, Venus de Milo stands at 6 feet 8 inches tall. 14. She could be a copy. Art historians have noted that Venus de Milo bears a striking resemblance to Aphrodite of Capua, which is a Roman era copy of a possibly late 4th century BCE bronze Greek original. That would be at least 170 years before Alexandros carved his goddess, leading some to speculate that both statues are actually replicas of an older statue...

Pair of French Art Nouveau iron twin beds with green patina and decorated tole trim with pearl inlay (includes: headboard and footboard only does not in...

A rare and very stylish Doulton Lambeth Marqueterie Ware brown marbled art pottery bowl by Lambeth’s first Art Director Wilton Parker Rix (Doulton Lambeth 1868-1897) and dating from ...

Small Majolica pink wild rose wall pocket signed Delphin Massier, circa 1880

19th century faux bamboo tall chest of drawers from France. The chest is made from pitch pine, which has the wonderful warm color and graining that you can't find in any other pine!...

European French or Belgium Cast Iron Art Nouveau Tile Wood Coal Burning Stove. Item features glazed stylized floral tiles, the rectangular frame wi...

Dining table Art Nouveau, late 19th century. The extensions were made recently by our cabinet maker, their color is slightly different from the color of the table (please see photos)...

Carlo Bugatti wooden side table with brass inlays, parchment inserts, and repoussé copper, Italian manufacture, early 20th century A sculpted wooden side table enriched with inlays ...

Dreamlike vanity set, consisting of a mirror, two perfume bottles and a jewelry box, made around 1890 in Austria. This set consists of a fire-gilt floral metal holder with a faceted...

Important Jugenstil Bentwood Stool #715 by Otto Wagner. Designed for the Paris World Exhibition in 1900 by J.J.Kohn. Original upholstery and surface.

Art Nouveau Wood & Metal Mantle Wall Mirror Glass Embossed Repousse Antique CA . A superb handcrafted late 19th century period antique mirror with original glass . Embossed Artwork t...

Austrian Art Nouveau Three Rooster Diminutive Vase with Talon Legs Austria, Circa 1890s, Franz Bergmann School, Unmarked This rare and striking Art Nouveau vase exemplifies the o...

This elegant Art Nouveau vase was realized in the England by the storied maker Wedgwood circa 1890. It features Art Nouveau stylized foliate patterns in caramel and crimson with an i...

19th Century French Majolica Water Lily Wall Pocket.

Listed price is for 1 (one) chandelier, 4 pieces available. Original glass shades available. Lovely patina. New wiring.  

2 Art Nouveau metal hand painted extravagant single beds with flowers and faux wood even painted on the inside of the foot part. perfect for a chalet or alpine house .

Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter German, Late 19th Century, Unmarked, .800 Silver Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Art Nouveau with this captivating German sterling fantasy fish motif oil lamp/cigar lighter. Dating back to the late 19th century, this piece is a true testament to the creativity and artistry of the era. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the lamp is a fantastical, caricature-like fish cast and engraved realistically. The fish rests on its back, supported by its fins and dorsal fin, with wide-opened eyes and an open mouth revealing the oil lamp's wick. The turned-up tail serves as the handle for this ingeniously designed oil lamp and cigar lighter. Made of unmarked .800 silver, this piece embodies the quality and craftsmanship of German silversmithing. With dimensions of 4 inches in height, 3.5 inches in width, and 2 inches in depth, this lamp is a statement piece that will captivate any observer. Weighing 3.5 ounces, it exudes a substantial and luxurious feel. Step into the enchanting world of Art Nouveau with this captivating German oil lamp...

Around 1900 in Vienna the private houses were connected to the electricity grid. At that time the common gaslights were changed to the new technology. As well new chandelier were bui...

Glass vase designed by Louis C. Tiffany, manufactured by Tiffany Studios New York, 1894, signed signed "L. C. T. B2216" (underneath) Material and technique: mouth-blown glass, reduced and iridescent Louis Comfort Tiffany (New York 1848 – 1933 New York) was a famous American designer, artist and painter of American Art Nouveau. He was best known for his works in glass colored with metal salts and made a name for himself in the decorative arts at the time. In the course of his career, he created a unique style that combined outstanding craftsmanship with a love for natural shapes and bright colors. Nature had always been his inspiration and in his designs he tried, in his very own way, to capture its beauty forever. Tiffany designed lamps...

Majolica butterfly plate Josef Steidl Znaim, circa 1890.

A wonderful D'Argental cameo art glass vase, France, late 19th century. San Giorgio Island scene with gondola and Palazzo San Giorgio in the background. Milky glass with shades of or...

Majolica white swan jardinière Delphin Massier Vallauris, circa 1890.

Emile Gallé (1846-1904) was one of the greatest French glassmakers and ceramists of the 20th century. The son of a master glassmaker, he came into contact with the art world at an ea...

A rare early model of famous chair "Nr.14", manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet Company. With original luxury finish, imitating rosewood. Marked with early paper label, wh...

Rare Thonet bentwood rocking chaise lounge chair with cane seat. The design of the rocking chaise model no. 7500 is attributed to August Thonet. Initially it was made without armrest...

Fabulous French Art Noveau walnut with double caning, front and back, hand carved settee. Sweeping lines with cabriolet legs, all hand carved stained and lacquered. In excellent anti...

A stunning antique French art nouveau bronze sculpture of the personification of night (La Nuit) (woman sitting on a moon with a star crown) by Henri Louis Levasseur (1853-1934), sig...

Antique statuette, sculpture of a pheasant, gold-plated bronze, the colored parts are hand-painted, circa 1880, France, not marked. Very high-quality and detailed manufacture, very...

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

It was produced by the Rörstrand company, one of Sweden's oldest industries, founded in Stockholm in 1726. The bowl is marked with the Rörstrand 3-crown printed mark, which was intro...

For the art nouveau lover, this is certainly worth one to ponder, for all others, here is fine example art nouveau. The two color patina makes this very desirable. Her beautiful gold...

Gorgeous antique metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item in metal with a lock. Made in Austria, circa 1880s or older. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or c...

Large French Majolica Iris Vase Massier, circa 1880.

Burgun, Schverer and Co small vase on French silver base. The vase is acid etched cameo glass with wheel cut finish . Plain surface fished with martele. The vase is marked at the bas...

A beautiful cigar cutter, showing a lady on a chamber pot. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of bronze and metal. A beautiful nice collectible item or just a di...

Pair of Baccarat glass vases with alternating hand painted portraits of young children and still life flower paintings. Gold vines and foliage surround the located portraits on the c...

Rare French Majolica pink rose cache pot jardinière Delphin Massier, circa 1880. The Massier family are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. They produced an...

Wonderful late 19th Century Art Nouveau French bronze figure of a seductively draped female figure representing, in allegorical form, Nature revealing her secrets to Science, a fitti...

An attractive late 19th Century Art Nouveau French bronze bust exhibiting deep multi-hued patination and excellent detail. The beautiful character wearing a head dress and a loosely draped blouse representing ’Cinderella’ from the famous French opera. The bronze is signed E Villanis and titled to the fore on its integral bronze base. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 30 cm Width: 19 cm Depth: 12 cm Condition: excellent original condition Circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Emmanuel Villanis by Josje Hortulanus-de Mik Page No: 35 SKU: 8773 ABOUT Villanis Cendrillon Emmanuel Villanis was an industrious man. He is believed to have created some 200 to 250 pieces. His oeuvre pre-eminently consisted of busts and full body statues...

French Majolica box with Cyclamens, Circa 1890.

A lovely and well-crafted Jugendstil desk in pine with upper cabinet resting over a writing table offering open shelving & closed storage. Top has a carved bonnet with stylized flowers and open carvings with turned finials on the corners. Writing table offers one long storage...

An exceptionally elegant French Art Nouveau cachepot, dating from the late 19th century, featuring a striking "whiplash" brass structure and rare opalescent glass. The frame appears ...

An original color lithograph titled “Bières De La Meuse” Art Nouveau artist Alphonse Mucha. Printed in 1897, Imp. F. Champenois, Paris. “Republique Francaise” stamp marking top middl...

An attractive late 19th Century bronze figure of an Art Nouveau beauty with a shawl wrapped around her midriff holding a bowl exhibiting fine colour and excellent hand finished surfa...

19th century faux bamboo mirror from France. The frame has been wonderfully hand turned from cherry to look like bamboo. The frame surrounds what appears to be the original mercury...

"Nymphe Fluviale" by Mathurin Moreau (1822-1912) and Barbedienne foundry. The same sculpture can be found on "fontaine du Theâtre-Francais" on Paris and made for the Universal Exposi...

each double-handled urn painted with meandering foliate design on a blue-gray ground; with incised marks to the underside

Rare Majolica Orchid Jardiniere attributed to Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Measures: W / 17 inches , H / 8.3 inches. The Massier family are known f...

Antique Black Painted Iron Umbrella Stand / Rack – Scandinavian Jugend / Art Nouveau Style (Circa 1880-1920s) This elegant umbrella stand, crafted from iron / metal / wrought iron d...

A tall circa 1900 or earlier glazed redware ox blood Majolica jardinière and pedestal representing a winged Putti cherub with Art Nouv...

A wonderful mid 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a a pointer turning its head in an alert pose with fabulous rich brown patina and excellent surface detail, raised on naturalis...

A charming late 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a huntsman mounted upon his excited horse ready for a days hunting with excellent rich brown patina and very fine hand finished...

Alphonse Mucha 1898 JOB poster. Excellent condition with beautiful frame under plexiglass ready to hang. Poster for 'Job' cigarette paper (1898) 'JOB' is a ...

Rare antique item from Rörstrand. The Rörstrand company has produced ceramics for nearly 300 years and is one of Sweden’s oldest industries. The Swedish Porcelain Works was founded i...