Gilt Furniture

This exceptional 1920s French Art Deco porcelain decanter, modeled as a kilted Scotsman with bagpipes, is a premier example of the whimsical "bibelots" popularized by the renowned Parisian firm Robj. Established in 1908 by Jean Born, Robj became a beacon of Art Deco style under the management of Lucien Willmetz following Born's death in 1922. Robj functioned as an éditeur, commissioning elite porcelain manufacturers, including Manufacture de Sèvres, Villeroy & Boch, and various Limoges houses, to produce their avant-garde designs. This specific "Kilted Scotsman with bagpipes" figure was part of a hugely successful series of anthropomorphic liqueur bottles launched in 1928, designed to bring a sense of humor and "art de vivre" to the modern home bar. The decanter features a striking architectural form, entirely glazed in a pristine white with elegant gold gilt accents that emphasize its geometric Art Deco lines. The Scotsman is depicted playing the bagpipes, which are adorned with large, meticulously painted gilt tassels. He is enveloped in a sweeping cape, cleverly designed to expose only a single knee, his kilt, and a portion of his high sock, a detail that showcases the characteristic Robj blend of playful caricature and refined craftsmanship. His hat serves as the functional lid to the vessel, and remarkably, the original cork remains intact. Signed "ROBJ Paris Made In France" on the base, the piece is in excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks, showing only minor expected wear to the gilt on high-contact areas.Today, Robj decanters...

Brilliantly illustrated comic work in exquisite full morocco, gilt. Egan, Pierce; Isaac Robert Cruikshank & George Cruikshank, illustrators Life in London; Or, The Day and Night Sce...

Elegant 19th century Italian giltwood mirror of finely carved proportions, featuring a tall rectangular plate surmounted by an ornate crest with scrolling acanthus, floral motifs, an...

A single French circa 1950's green opaline glass table lamp with gilt details. Measurements: Height of body: 24" Height to shade rest: 33" Diameter: 8"

A Pair of 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figures of a Man and Woman in 18th C. Attire. This pair of figures depicts a man and woman in 18th-century pastoral attire, each standing on a gilt-accented rocaille base. The woman wears a cream-colored tricorn hat with a floral accent, a fitted blue bodice with detailed buttons and ruffled cuffs, and a flowing skirt with a delicate purple floral pattern. She holds a white cloth in one hand while raising the other in an expressive gesture. Her finely painted features, softly curled hair, and light blue shoes...

Antique Austrian Alabaster And Gilt Metal Book Box. Unusual Austrian gilt metal and alabaster box in the form of a book. This lovely decorative box has a wood interior and hinged l...

Striking and highly decorative French alabaster and gilt bronze pendant chandelier from the early twentieth century. If you are looking for an antique light fixture with real charac...

A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...

The headboard is surmounted with a carved cresting and turned finials at each end, and the frame painted with scrollwork. The centre of the headboard has a cartouche containing a pai...

Large 19th Century French Carved Painted and Giltwood Mirror. This Impressive mirror features a rectangular frame adorned with finely carved trailing floral and foliage garlands, a h...

A large silver plated or gilt bronze light fixtures with Opaline glass inset. Available gold finish 2 items, silver plated 2 items

Huge, large and sculptural wall mounted light, lamp or sconce by Hans Kögl, circa 1970s. Made of gilt metal - gilded in both gold and silver leaf. Ornate and decadent - perfect for t...

Drawing by Manuel Viana, lithography in black and white, limited edition 135/300 signed Handcrafted wooden frame with white gilt decoration, non-reflecting glass Biography: The art...

1970s Glamorous Hollywood Regency vintage jewelry box or treasure chest retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue, covered in Italian made Jacquard like embroidered fabric and gold velvet on 22k...

A striking pair of Federal Period (1780-1820) Girandole mirrors with facing eagle crests and convex mirror plates. The giltwood carving throughout is incredibly crisp
and detailed. T...

A circa 1930 Freich gilt metal flush mounted light fixture with opaline glass inset ( 2 interior lights)

This exquisite 19th-century bronze vanity mirror is a timeless statement piece. Designed for dressing tables, it features a double-sided construction with an original antiqued mirror...

A William Kent design gilded wood library armchair with tapering square legs, acanthus and shell carvings, vitruvian scroll rails and swept arms with acanthus roundel and bell-flower...

A stunning example of an early 20th Century French carved giltwood boudoir standard lamp of great proportions. Complete with the original handmade scalloped and fringed lampshade, th...

A very fine pair of French 19th century neoclassical Greco-Roman style patinanted bronze and ormolu mounted figural candelabra by Henri Picard (French, Active from 1831-1864). The large and impressive pair of ten-light candelabra, each with a patinated figure of a standing bearded semi-nude male holding an ornate ormolu ten-light candelabrum, their bare feet resting on allegorical wreaths, helmet and sword stash, all above square black-slate plinth surmounted with ormolu trims and scrolled legs, the front surmounted with patinated bronze plaques depicting Greco-Roman scenes of Senators and maidens. Stamped "H. Picard" on the inner ring, the back of the male figures each stamped with the numerals "3776". Circa: Paris, 1850-1860. The well regarded fondeur and doreur Henri Picard was recorded at 6 rue Jarente in 1831, and moved to 10 rue de la Perle in 1839. The firm, which was active from 1831-1864, is known for having supplied very fine decorative objects to Emperor Napoleon III's apartments at the Louvre, which are still part of the collection, and was reputed for its fine quality decorative production of gilt and patinated bronzes, pièce de table and garnitures de cheminée...

Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1960s Italian giltwood wall corner shelf or wall console. Minor patina and paint lost gives this piece a classy statement. Made of hand carved wood...

This set of four sconces, having mirrored pendalogue backplates issuing gilt bronze arms and bobesches feature pale amethyst and clear cut crystal drops.

A rare and monumental gilt bronze tree-form dining or center table by French designer and sculptor Jacques Duval-Brasseur, executed circa 1970. While Duval-Brasseur is widely known f...

These lavish gilt wall brackets are crafted in a Chinoiserie-meets-Rococo style with a whimsical design of Ho Ho birds perched on scrolled branches. A Western interpretation of the mythical phoenix of Chinese and Japanese decorative arts, the Ho Ho bird is often depicted like an eagle and was a common motif in French and English furniture design beginning in the 18th century. The head and wings of each Ho Ho bird support a small flat shelf...

Evoking the lively tavern interiors of the Dutch and Flemish Old Masters, this engaging pair of antique genre paintings captures intimate scenes of men gathered over drinks, pipes, a...

This piece is part of the highly collectible “Lavender Rose” pattern by Royal Albert, first introduced in 1961 and produced in England until 2008. The design features a delicate flor...

As we approach the holiday season, this complete Minton for Tiffany dinner service for 12 will work with many decorating themes to dress up any even...

An exquisite and unusual set of four Chinese export black lacquer and gilt painted nesting tables, early to mid 19th century, China. The largest table top opens to serve as a games table. This elegant set of four nesting tables crafted in black lacquer and intricately and densely painted in gilt. The table tops all with figural court scenes. The legs of lyre form and set with clawed feet. Delicate paintings of leaves...

This exquisite pair of 19th-century horse-drawn carriage lanterns is a remarkable example of functional yet elegant craftsmanship from the era. Dating back to the second half of the ...

Large Hollywood Regency table lamp by Gaetano Sciolari for Sciolari, Italy, 1970s. Composed of a gold chrome metal and brass structure with four cylinders joined together by tubular brass joints. Each of the four cylinders have two lamp holders with molded glass diffusers and brass trims. Timeless piece. Brutalist, Space Age, Mid-Century Modern and Palm Beach Regency style yable lamp...

Commanding in scale and exceptionally detailed, this antique executive desk would make a striking centerpiece for a library, study, or private office. Crafted in France circa 1880, t...

This elegant Haviland Limoges porcelain tea set is a refined example of early 20th-century French craftsmanship, created by Haviland & Co. in Limoges and decorated for the prestigiou...

GILT BRONZE MIRRORED SURTOUT DE TABLE In the Louis XV taste Paris, circa 1880 23 1/4" W x 13 1/4" D x 2 1/4" H A fluid ovular form that is brilliantly organic and natural, the ess...

Handcrafted and truly impressive Neo-Gothic Church fixture that can also be used for candles. Over the decades we have sold a number of very good antique bronze, Gothic light fixtures for both candles and electrical bulbs. However, we never offered one as high and with as many Gothic details as this hand-crafted chandelier. You will rarely come across a Gothic work of religious art that is more elaborate and with as many Gothic details as this fit-for-a-castle pendant...

A Marvelous 19th Century Italian Oil on Canvas titled "The Cardinal's Present" by Arturo Ricci. This oil on canvas is truly incredible and one of Ricci's best works of art. The sce...

A large Sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar and manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. This beautiful light fixture is made of a 24-carat gold plated / gilt / gild brass fra...

This is a beautiful 28-piece fine bone china tea set by Hammersley & Co., featuring the beloved “Howard Sprays” pattern. The design showcases soft pink and blue roses with green foliage, accented with subtle gold gilding along the rims and handle details. The set carries the elegant refinement that Hammersley porcelain...

A graceful Art Nouveau wall mirror crafted in oak with gilded inlay, France, circa 1915. The frame’s flowing silhouette and stylized carved motifs embody the organic elegance of the ...

A beautiful German Mid-Century gilt wrought-iron coat stand or hat rack, crafted circa the 1960s or earlier and designed in the style of Hans Kögl. This elegant piece features a scul...

Large Midcentury Zodiac Mirror / Sunburst Mirror (35,43 in ) One of a kind polychrome wood zodiac XL sunburst mirror, Spain, 1950s Large giltwood sunburst mirror featuring 12 carved ...

Empire Inkwell on Circular Base Origin: France Material: Gilt bronze (Ormolu) Date: Circa 1800–1810 Dimensions: H × D: approx. 16 × 19 cm Description: Classical-style inkwell in t...

Pair of modernist lamps with pink quartz. These are a pair of monumental lamps created in America in the Modernist style. They have been masterfully crafted with bold, ultra-modern ...

Pair of 1950's Italian alabaster and gilt metal table lamps. Measurements: Height of body: 24" Height to shade rest: 32" Diameter: 11" widest Diameter: 7.5" (base)

19th-Century Ormolu & Paste Gem ‘Corona’ – Ecclesiastical Statue Crown with Acanthus Finial An exquisite late 19th-century Continental ormolu corona (ecclesiastical statue crown), r...

Italian gilt metal rose-shaped coat hooks, a pair, from circa the 1960s A pair of beautiful Hollywood Regency-style gilt metal coat hooks, each with ...

A fine late 18th century neoclassical mahogany linen press/wardrobe in fantastic original condition. With two large cupboard doors over three drawers. The cabinetmaker used only the...

Huge, large and sculptural Mid-Century Modern vintage wall mounted light, lamp or sconce by Hans Kögl, circa 1970s. Made of gilt metal - gilded in both gold and silver leaf. Ornate a...

Bring timeless French elegance to a mantel, entryway, bedroom, or living room with this handsome antique Louis Philippe mirror. Crafted in France circa 1860, the rectangular mirror f...

63-Piece Antique German Floral Porcelain Part Dinner Service Continental, c.1900 Largest plate: 36cm in diameter, 5cm in depth Smaller plates: 23.5cm in diameter, 2.5cm in depth. Th...

This one-of-a-kind antique Italian Empire Period folding screen is a masterpiece of early 19th-century craftsmanship, dating most likely from 1801 during the Republic of Lucca. Pain...

Italian Mid-Century Modern neoclassical gilt iron cocktail table by Giovanni Banci for Hermès with a pair of Hermès Classic horse bit symbols forming ...

Handcrafted Hammered Bronze Gilt Cocktail Table, Hollywood Regency Style A beautifully handcrafted cocktail table in the Hollywood Regency style, featuring a finely hammered bronze ...

A lovely antique French Louis XVI style mahogany centre table. Hand-crafted in France in the late 19th / early 20th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated 18th century Ki...

Pair of 1940s French Empire style chandeliers. The carved alabaster globe has two interior lights. Four gilt bronze, swan-shaped arms, each with three candelabra sockets, totaling f...

Fine French Crystal Small Box in the Form of a Mussel with a Seahorse Clasp. It has light signs of age to the edge of the foot. Thi sis a beautiful and unique piece.

An exquisite mid-20th-century Italian Florentine pedestal table, featuring a classic tripod base and a circular galleried tray top. This piece showcases the traditional "gesso" and g...

A highly decorative Italian pedestal column, created in Florence during the “Florence Capital” years of the Kingdom of Italy (circa 1865–1871) and dating to the second half of the 19...

A fine French Louis XVI ormolu candlestick dating from the late 18th century, circa 1775–1790. Beautifully cast and expertly chased, this elegant piece perfectly reflects the refined...

Two Flora Danica Danish Porcelain Tureens Covers Stands Royal Copenhagen Danish, 20th Century Height 27cm, diameter 33cm These exceptional tureens are part of the famed Flora Dani...

Antique Spanish Baroque carved giltwood sunburst miniature mirror with crest. Spain, 19th century- Early 20th century. This lovely collection mirror has a carved frame covered with g...