Wall Decorations

Original hand-colored antique bird print showing an American Kingfisher from the book "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751) by George Edwards. This hand-colored engraving showcases the bird perched on a branch, holding a fish in its beak. The kingfisher is characterized by its distinctive plumage, with a slate-blue back and wings, a speckled tail, and a prominent crest on its head. Its body is white underneath with some pinkish hues near the breast. The bird's sharp beak is shown spearing a fish, emphasizing its hunting prowess. The surrounding environment includes a simple background with water and vegetation, highlighting the bird's natural habitat. This illustration is part of an increasingly rare and treasured collection of natural history artwork from the 18th century. George Edwards (1694–1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist who is often referred to as the "father of British ornithology." His most famous work, "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751), and its continuation "Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764), contain detailed illustrations and descriptions of many bird species, many of which were little known or newly discovered at the time. Edwards' work is highly regarded for its accuracy, artistry, and contribution to the field of ornithology. About George Edwards: 1. **Early Life and Career**: - Born in Stratford, Essex, Edwards was apprenticed to a tradesman in London. However, he developed an interest in natural history and began studying birds, insects, and other animals. - He spent some time traveling in Europe, studying various collections of natural history specimens. 2. **Publications**: - **"A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751)**: This work is a collection of 210 hand-colored engravings of birds. It is known for its meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in depicting bird species. - **"Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764)**: This series continued the work started in "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and included additional birds as well as other animals. - His publications also included detailed observations and descriptions, making them valuable not only for their artistic merit but also for their scientific content. 3. **Artistic and Scientific Contributions**: - Edwards was known for his ability to combine artistic skill with scientific precision. His illustrations often depicted birds in lifelike poses and settings, showing their natural behaviors. - He collaborated with and was influenced by other naturalists and illustrators of his time, such as Carl Linnaeus and Mark Catesby. - Edwards' works were used by Linnaeus in the development of his system of taxonomy. 4. **Legacy**: - George Edwards' contributions to ornithology and natural history have had a lasting impact. His detailed and accurate illustrations helped to advance the study of birds and influenced subsequent generations of naturalists and artists. - His books remain highly prized by collectors and are considered important historical documents in the field of natural history. ### "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and Its Importance: - **Illustrations**: Each illustration in Edwards' work was carefully hand-colored, and the engravings were often accompanied by descriptive text that included observations about the birds' habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. - **Scientific Accuracy**: Edwards took great care to ensure the accuracy of his depictions, often working from specimens he had observed firsthand. - **Influence**: The work was well-received in its time and remains a significant reference for ornithologists and historians. It contributed to a greater understanding and appreciation of bird species from around the world. Overall, George Edwards' work represents a critical intersection of art and science during the Enlightenment period, capturing the beauty and diversity of the natural world while contributing to the scientific knowledge of his time. ------------- The bird depicted is a Belted Kingfisher...

Alex de Andreis (British, 1880–1929)—Portrait of a Musketeer, Signed Oil on Canvas A richly painted and theatrical oil on canvas by British artist Alex de Andreis (1880–1929), celeb...

A beautiful gilt metal key hanger wall decoration. Made in Italy, about 1950s. Made of gilded metal. In very good used condition. Very charming piece. Nice addition to your room or e...

Great image after Raphael Fine steel engraving Published by Fisher circa 1850 Unframed.

Set amidst the moral decay of New York City following the Vietnam War and Watergate scandal, Martin Scorsese's 1976 psychological thriller "Taxi Driver" starred Robert De Niro as a l...

Partial design #105 textile swatch. Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher, c. 1955. USA Frank Lloyd Wright designed a line of decorative fabrics and wallpapers called the "Taliesin L...

One of a kind gilt iron sunflower wall mirror / wall sculpture, France, 1950s. This spectacular wall mirror has an eye-catching flower shaped design with Handcrafted in gilt iron. ...

Majolica dragonfly wall pocket by Fives Lille, circa 1900.   

A beautiful hand painted and thickly glazed decorative wall tile by an unknown artist, influenced by the works of Pablo Picasso. The wall plaque is decora...

Fabulous original Cote d'Azur 1962 Travel poster designed by Bernard Thonus. Published by the Ministry of Transport and Publich Works in France. A lovely design with wonderful brig...

French Majolica scarab bug signed Fives Lille. Sarreguemines and fives created several examples of this wall pockets with different insects as dragonfly, grasshopper, ladybug. Maybe ...

Original Danish movie poster for "Sympathy for the Devil" - in danish "sympati for Satan", 1968. The poster is made by Kirkeby Rosengreen (right bottom corner) and is marked "rented out" by Sven...

Miniature depicting a Memento Mori painted in gouache on paper, grisaille technique. The frame, in ebonized fruitwood and finished with wax, black in color, is oval in shape with an ...

Large manuscript sheet with Gregorian Chant on parchment "Sacerdos In Eternum" Gregorian Chant composition book sheet as wall decoration, Spain before XVth century...

A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....

This late 18th century stunning Rococo portrait portrays an aristocratic lady with grey hair, decorated with flowers and a blue ribbon, reflecting the era’s love for elegant fashion....

Stunningly powerful and meaningful work of religious art. With works of religious art being one of our specialties, over the decades we have sold quite a few special antiques in this field. With this bronze antique the artist clearly shows us a fragment out of one of the most famous scenes that took place in the history of mankind. Christ has already been beaten, mocked, given a wreath of thorns and having to carry the enormous cross. As you can see the quality of the details and the workmanship is excellent, but the scene and its meaning ofcourse is even more impressive. Please notice how particularly the facial features reveil the peaceful state of being that lies underneath the exterior of this Christ sculpture...

Suzani, a Central Asian term for a specific type of needlework, is also the broader name for the hugely popular decorative pieces of textile that feature this needlework in vivid col...

Set of six antique prints of various moths. These prints originate from 'Lloyd's Natural History (..)'. Published 1894-97.

Indulge your space with the unique aesthetic of this Pencil Reed Rattan Curved Floating Shelf. Crafted from natural materials, this shelf exudes quality and longevity. Its curved des...

79208 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 06'00 x 08'10. A sanctuary of woven splendor and poetic artistry, this handwoven wool and silk French Aubusson tapestry from...

Great image of a jaguar. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Publis...

Antique print titled 'Chinese Punishment of the Rack'. Print of Chinese punishment of the rack. The rack is a torture device consisting of a rectangular...

A vintage French Plaster wall relief depicts, one of the muses in Greek mythology, in good condition. These were inspirational for literature, science and the arts. Nicely aged patin...

Delft Blue sinces 1653 Royal Delft has been creating high-quality Delft Blue since 1653. This age-old craft is passed on from generation to generation and iconic masterpieces are sti...

A vintage brass wall hanging of three galloping horses. A wonderful sculptural wall accent. Ready to hang by two hooks on the back.

Aged bronze, bright brass, stainless steel. Measures: 69" X 32". Kue King created this elongated wall mounted sculpture using bronze, brass, and stainless steel wire. The bronze is ...

Contemporary Fine Art Tittle - Monochrome 00.2 Executed in 2021. original - only one - No Reproductions. signed by artist, dated 2021 on the reverse oil on canvas - 24 x 20 x 2 ...

Early to mid 20th century oil on board landscape painting depicting a church steeple in a little Alpine mountain village. Signed Enzmann in lower right. Beveled wood frame. "Eduard ...

This is a digitally remastered print of the American White Pelican referenced from an Audubon Birds of America hand coloured print, originally...

This painting appears to be in a fantastical surrealism or whimsical fantasy style. The artwork features an imaginative, dreamlike cityscape with intricate architectural details, org...

This is a late 20th century chinoiserie pagoda form tole vitrine. There are two available. The interior does have a light. There are two glass shelves with 11 inches separating each ...

Jean Claude Bissery French Mid Century Modern Abstract Color Tapestry circa 1960 Manufactured in France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preservin...

French Majolica oyster plate signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy-le-Roi. The six pink wells are surrounded by green seaweeds.

Green Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1930.

Cool Los Angeles freeway sign retired from the 101 freeway. Made in the the 1980s. This freeway takes you north/ south along the entire west coast of the United States from San Diego...

Antique map titled 'Carte du Golfe du Mexique'. This uncommon map depicts the Gulf of Mexico and all the islands of the West Indies. It also includes ni...

French Blue Majolica Plate with Yellow Flowers Circa 1890.

Ceramic shelf from Nove di Bassano with flowers and fair, hand-painted by Gian Battista Viero and made in the 19th century. Restorations have been carried out as shown in the picture...

Ceramic hand painted artwork of a bird by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. Signed. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiul p...

Very Rare Colorful 19th Century French Majolica strawberries wall platter signed Longchamp terre de fer. The fruits are in high relief with the leaves and branches. 11.5 inches diame...

19th century blue & white daisy platter signed Minton.

This original, oversized, offset lithograph exhibition poster, called "The Fight" was created by award winning, Swiss graphic artist, Celestino Piatti in 1971 Iconic, Rare, Origin...

A beautiful antique oil painting, portrait of a young lady named Emélie. It is an attractive portrait, the woman has a beautiful, subdued appearance. The painting is not signed or da...

Pierre Adrien Chabal-DUSSURGEY (1819-1902) Designer - BEAUVAIS TAPESTRY MANUFACTORY Maker - Important Antique Louis XVI style floral tapestry settee back fragment - the floral tapestry finely woven in wool and silk threads with garlands and swags and tassels - all centered by a powder blue ground cartouche with white roses within an oval frame - suitable for framing - France - circa 1855. Excellent antique condition - minor fading and loss - areas of wear/thinning - no apparent restoration - minor stains and soiling with signs of age and use. Size/dimensions - 35" (91.5 cm.) wide x 24" (61 cm.) high. Pierre Adrien Chabal-DUSSURGEY - born Pierre Adrien Chabal in 1819 in Charlieu and adopting the professional name of CHABAL-DUSSURGEY - well known for his paintings and studies of flowers in gouache and oils - attended the School of Fine Arts in Lyon - exhibited at the Paris and Lyon salons - he worked with the Gobelins Tapestry Manufactory and the Beauvais Tapestry Manufactory after 1849 designing tapestries, rugs and tapestry covers for seating - he designed tapestries for the Élysée Palace and worked with Empress Eugenie on furnishings for the small salon at the Élysée Palace and two salons in the palace of the Empress in Biarritz - tapestry covered furniture...

Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...

Lovely antique marquetry inlaid wall curio cabinet having interior shelves. 8.5” to bottom shelf from bottom; 6” to next shelf, 6.5 to next and 11 at top. 32.5” w at back of shelf

Celebrate the rich heritage of Asian craftsmanship with this exquisite 100% silk Suzani textile, meticulously hand-embroidered by skilled artisans. A true work of art, this piece emb...

In Vinyl series. Commission your favorite song by artist John O'Hara. Perfect for special gifts, anniversaries, birthdays, and more. For years, our collector's have asked us to prod...

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. Late 19th C. Tajikstan Ready to go on a wall. Fra...

Botanical Elegance in Art Nouveau: A Collection of Floral Masterpieces by Henry Lambert, 1896 This exquisite collection of Art Nouveau botanical illustrations by Henry Lambert showc...

Mid Century Aztec Calendar Large Circular Inlaid Wood Rare 72 Inch, Hand-Carved, Aztec Circular Wooden Calendar from Mexico. The calendar, or "Sun Ston...

This is a vintage embroidered bird panel. A Korean, silk cotton embroidery of a colourful pheasant, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Delightful ...

French faience black and yellow oyster plate signed Quimper, circa 1940.

Antique Danish mangle board (clothing and bedding press) dated 1803. It is made from oak wood which is hand carved with a rich decoration of geometric blossoms. Painted in the colou...

"Port à Venise" by Lasson Oil on Canvas Signed This stunning oil painting, "Port à Venise", offers a vibrant and slightly impressionist portrayal of the Venetian harbour. The artis...

László Moholy-Nagy Photography – "Nachlass László Moholy-Nagy" (Estate Edition, 1994) in Frame This striking photograph by László Moholy-Nagy, one of the most influential artists of...

Beautiful tile mural with the "LEMON TREE" motif finely painted. Quantity: 10 tiles Tile mural size: 11.8"W X 29.5"H (30cm X 75cm) Tile size: 5.9"W X 5.9"H (...