Decorative Art

Pair of 1700s Italian Wall Decorative Panels, a pair of blue laquer vertical frieze dating back to late 18th century, with a stunning  hand-carved gilded relief  candelabra decoratio...

We love this original first print Polish Jazz Jamboree poster from 1975! Fantastic Trumpet and Ears Butterfly design by Jedrzejkowski. Highly collectible music festival poster. The ...

French Faience plate quimper circa 1960. Breton with flowers.

While her work shows a deep-felt connection and appreciation for the rich textile heritage of both Turkey and the Near East, Ani Afshar is, nevertheless, fearless in her experimentat...

While her work shows a deep-felt connection and appreciation for the rich textile heritage of both Turkey and the Near East, Ani Afshar is, nevertheless, fearless in her experimentat...

European Hinter Glass Painted Portraits of Nobility in Burl Wood Frames. These small charming burl wood framed portraits of Wolfe and Lafayette could be English or French. They are ...

We are delighted to offer this very rare 19th century Chinese silk embroidered ceremonial robe in a lovely glass picture frame display case An extremely decorative piece, the qual...

French blue & white Faience oyster platter Moustiers style, circa 1940. 12 inches diameter.

The Frigate Essex, Signed Will B. Robedee Painted September 30, 1976, Oil on Canvas on Board, The large framed painting on canvas applied to board depicts the Frigate Essex. The Es...

1940s Marble And Mother Of Pearl Inlayed Asian Scene Carved Faux Bamboo Wood Frame Exquisite in every detail Unique inlay in marble Depicts a board game of Go being played Chinese ...

French faience oyster plate signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1930.

Unity wall art piece, contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Unity wall piece represents the strength that rises when the whole stands together thr...

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack (2871). Stunning original rack from a Fr...

Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.

Victor Vasarely (French/Hungarian, 1906-1997) Serigraph In Colors On Wove Paper, C. 1975, Chess, H 29'' W 29'' Signed in pencil and numbered 279/300. Organic surrealist forms on a c...

A very good limited edition serigraph (silkscreen) by noted British graphic artist Derek Hirst (1930-2006). Printed on archival deckle edge paper, the bottom margin embossed with bl...

A THANGKA OF WHITE TARA First half of 20th century. Opaque pigments and gold on cloth. Image: 9 1/2" x 7 3/4" in. (24.1 x 19.7 cm) Frame: 18 3...

Portrait Of A Harem Beauty, Oil In Canvas, Signed And Dated 1885 Lower Left. 54 X 38 Inches, Period Frame 70 X 54 X 5 Inches.

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack. Stunning original rack from a French bu...

1970s VICTOR VASARELY "Live and let live love and let love". Rosenthal collectible framed German plate. Victor Vasarely Rosenthal Studio Line Limited Edition Porcelain Plate. By Vasarely born 1936. "Leben und Leben lassen, Lieben und Lieben lassen" "Live and let live - love and let love". Limited edition, signed and numbered. Plate is in good condition, size is 12". Frame is not in good condition, white became yellowish shows wear. Victor Vasarely, born as Győző Vásárhelyi on April 9, 1906, in Pécs, Hungary, was a Hungarian-French artist widely regarded as the "father of Op Art" (Optical Art). He is known for his pioneering work in geometric abstraction and the use of optical illusions to create visually captivating and dynamic artworks. Vasarely's early career involved studying medicine in Budapest, but he later decided to pursue his passion for art and enrolled in the Műhely (Workshop) academy in Hungary. He initially experimented with various styles, including Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, but his interest in geometric abstraction grew stronger over time. In the 1930s, Vasarely moved to Paris, where he continued to explore geometric patterns, lines, and shapes in his art. He believed that art should not merely imitate nature but should create its own language of forms and colors to engage the viewer's perception actively. This philosophy led to the development of Op Art, a movement that emerged in the 1960s and focused on creating optical illusions and visual effects through precise geometric patterns and colors. Vasarely's artworks often featured meticulously arranged geometric shapes, giving the impression of movement and three-dimensionality. He employed various optical tricks, such as the juxtaposition of contrasting colors and the use of repetition, to create an illusion of depth and visual dynamism. His artworks can evoke a sense of visual vibration and often challenge the viewer's perception. Throughout his career, Vasarely's influence extended beyond the art world. He believed in the democratization of art and wanted to make art accessible to a wider audience. He embraced mass production techniques, creating what he called "multiple originals" or "serigraphs" (a form of screen printing). These serigraphs allowed him to produce multiple copies of his artworks at affordable prices, making them more accessible to art enthusiasts. Vasarely's artistic legacy continues to be celebrated around the world. His work has been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums, and he remains an influential figure in the fields of Op Art and abstract geometric art. He passed away on March 15, 1997, in Paris, leaving behind a vast body of work that continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists to this day. About Rosenthal: German porcelain manufactory Rosenthal was originally founded as a ceramics-painting studio by Philipp Rosenthal Sr. (1855-1937) in 1879 at Schloss Erkersreuth in Bavaria, near the Czech border. Its first highly popular product was an ashtray inscribed with the words “Resting place for lit cigars.” In 1890, the company moved to the neighboring hamlet of Selb and, a year later, began to manufacture its own porcelain, since white porcelain was, at that time, in short supply. Rosenthal’s first complete table service was called Empire; it was exhibited along with other lines at Paris’s Exposition Universelle in 1900. With the dawn of the 20th century, Rosenthal began producing porcelain tableware and services formed and decorated in the latest styles, like the Jugendstil Botticelli (1903), the Art Nouveau Darmstadt (1905), and the all-white Maria (1916) lines. Successes with this au courant approach led the company to launch an art pottery division in 1910, dedicated to luxury tableware, vases, and other decorative objects. By the 1930s, figurines were another important Rosenthal product, most notably the Disney-licensed Mickey Mouse pieces introduced in 1931. In 1934, Philipp Rosenthal was forced to leave his company and country when his Jewish ancestry came under persecution by the Nazi regime. Despite the loss of its founder, the Rosenthal company remained the premier supplier of high-quality porcelain tableware to the Third Reich. After the war, in 1950, Philip Rosenthal Jr. (1916-2001) joined his father's company as an advertising manager. By 1958, he had become its CEO, continuing his father’s vision to produce high-quality porcelain in line with progressive tastes. Through the rest of the 20th century, Rosenthal was the most commercially successful porcelain producer in Germany. In the postwar era, Rosenthal’s most famous tableware lines have included 2000 by Raymond Loewy and Richard Latham (1954), Magic Flute by Bjørn Wiinblad (1959), Suomi by Timo Sarpaneva (1976), and Moon by Jasper Morrison (1997). The company has enjoyed many popular and critically acclaimed collaborations with designers and brands, like Salvador Dalì, Tapio Wirkkala, Walter Gropius, Andy Warhol, Ron Arad, Enzo Mari, Konstantin Grcic, and Versace. Rosenthal's product lines have encompassed more than ceramics over the years. In 1972, the company began producing furniture, under the subsidiary Rosenthal Einrichtung, in Espelkamp, Germany. Standouts from this arm of Rosenthal include Gunter Ferdinand Ris and Herbert Selldorf’s futuristic Sunball Lounge Chair (1969), Verner Panton’s Relaxer Rocking Chair (1974), Burchard Vogtherr's Vario Pillo...

These Christmas Stockings were made from mıd 20th C. Russıan Roller Prınted Texiles Please note, these stockings were made from Russian roller printed Textile Fragments from 1960s.

Treason wall art piece, contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Like a crumpled up piece of paper, Treason embodies the hurt, the emptiness, the bet...

A delightful watercolour etching depicting the ruins of Carthage, remnants of the Temple of Mars. This type of engraving was mainly produced on copper and is known as an "optical vie...

Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.

This is a very impressive 20th century oil on canvas still life painting in the cubist manner. The colours are superb and work very well in a huge number of interiors. The subject is...

Although constructed circa 1815 as a scientific instrument, this French giltwood barometer is a beauty to behold. Our exquisite barometer has a unique composition, featuring an elong...

This early 20th century marquetry panel by Pierre Rosenau portrays a captivating classical scene of a terrace and garden set against the backdrop of an ...

Great image of roses Chromo-lithograph after J.L Macfarlane Published by Cassell. circa 1880 Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of ...

Signed E. Townsend and dated 1974. Number 1 (Chiff Chaff), 2 (Robin), 3 (Chaffinches) and 4 (Wrens) of 15. From a limited edition of 25 sets. British bird subjects by the Worcester R...

Emerald Tafla O3 wall mirror by Zieta Dimensions: D 6 x W 79 x H 124 cm Material: Stainless steel. Finish: Emerald. Available finishes: Stainless steel, white matt, sapphire/emerald...

This Christmas Stocking was made from a late 19th or Early 20th C. Hmong textile fragments. Linen in the back. Please note, this stocking was made fromHmong textile fragments.

Madonna and Child ceramic plaque - a glorious creation by Giovanni DeSimone, Italy A limited edition piece, this is number 25 of 30 Signed to front by G...

This small rectangular frame is made of a very fine carved wood with semi-precious stones incrustations. This is a French work. Circa 1970

Wonderful vintage 1980s US poster from for Marvel's Captain America. Super design and very cool. This vintage poster have been professionally cleaned, de-acidified and linen-backed ...

While her work shows a deep-felt connection and appreciation for the rich textile heritage of both Turkey and the Near East, Ani Afshar is, nevertheless, fearless in her experimentat...

While her work shows a deep-felt connection and appreciation for the rich textile heritage of both Turkey and the Near East, Ani Afshar is, nevertheless, fearless in her experimentat...

While her work shows a deep-felt connection and appreciation for the rich textile heritage of both Turkey and the Near East, Ani Afshar is, nevertheless, fearless in her experimentat...

This superb deep relief carved hardwood Raj period Indian wall panel has its original hardwood carved frame. It is an interesting and special piece....

Handmade midcentury modern rectangular ceramic wall plaque with expressive white horse motif. Matte and shiny glaze in blue, white, yellow and light gray colors. Metal mount for wall...

Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.

Great image of an Aquatic Warbler Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original ...

A very large and impressive vintage Fire Engine Co No. 29 ad sign. Hand painted on wood, originating from Dayton, Ohio and recently displayed at T...

1950s Carved Wood African Mask Chip in the back as shown

A 20th century pichwai painting, made on cloth, depicting a tale from Lord Krishna's life. Painted on cloth, it shows Shrinathji wearing festive clothes and jewelry with Gopis on bot...

Seventeenth Century Old Master still life, well-detailed, no obvious signature. Oil on canvas. Dimensions: (Frame) H 19.25" x W 13", (Painting) H 15.5" x W 9.75".

Framed acrylic abstract painting on canvas by artist, Jon Staley featuring a range of earth tones. Signed by the artist. Dimensions 25.75" width x .5" depth x 37.5" height. Condit...

This painting was originally a 19th century winetabletop. As the original linnen cloth on the top was beautifully aged we decided to mount it as a painting. For us it's reminiscent t...

A pair of Victorian cast iron decorative roundels. Dating back to circa 1850, these roundels were traditionally used as decorative air vents. Their unusual floral design would look i...

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Grassland A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the grassland. Used as teaching ma...

19th English Majolica Begonia Leaf.4 leaves available.

We love Bronislaw Zelek's design that features on this original first print run 1968 Polish Jazz Jamboree. Beautiful bold design. Highly collectible music festival poster. The end ...

Stunning example of a pair of oil on card Paintings depicting Napoleon and Josephine in oval form within a gilt frame and under cushioned glass, on an ivorine ground complete with or...

Great map of Japan Unframed Original color By John Bartholomew and Co. Edinburgh Geographical Institute Published, circa 1920 Free shipping.  

Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.

Wall Decoration with Marine Nautical Wall Plates, Terracotta, Ceramic, Glazed Set of four glazed ceramic wall plates with sailing ships and marine decorations, Spain, 1970s. Hand-painted terracotta wall...

Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.

These Christmas Stockings were made from a late 19th or Early 20th C. Anatolıan Perde rug fragments. Linen in the back. Please note, these stockings were ma...

Dutch Ebonized Ripple Molded Picture Frame Early 20th Century. Classic Dutch Old Master ebonized frame with multiple ripple molding. The depth and...