Indian Erotic Zoomorphic Kama Sutra Gouache of an Elephant

A pair of unusual and very intriguing large scale reverse glass paintings of a noble man and woman. She with her long neck and limbs, dressed in an elegant gown metallic copper gown...

18th century Italian capriccio depicting ruins based on the Roman Temple of Vesta being visited by a group of Grand Tour travelers. With an arched bridge and another columned structu...

A single two-sided Qur'an manuscript leaf with beautiful hand inked calligraphy with gilt borders and a gilt cartouche with calligraphic decoration. No...

19th century Anglo Indian relief carving of a rat, and elephant riding on a snake or serpent and a tiger. With traces of gilding and remnants of a glass inlaid background. This is a ...

A superbly detailed mid-18th-century Indian miniature court painting, executed in gouache heightened with gold on handmade paper. Originating from Rajasthan circa 1760, this exquisite artwork captures a serene palace scene featuring the Hindu deity Krishna with Radha and accompanying Gopis in a lush, architectural setting. The composition is rich in symbolism, narrative depth, and emotional subtlety, hallmarks of classical Rajput painting. The figures are adorned with traditional garments, rendered in delicate pastel tones with intricate patterns and gilt accents. The architectural elements, marble pavilions, domes, carved screens, and floral gardens, are meticulously executed, offering a vivid impression of royal leisure and divine romance. Set against a tree-lined courtyard with peacocks and floral motifs, the visual rhythm is both vibrant and harmonious. The painting is professionally mounted in a deep tan linen mat and presented in an elegant gold-gilt frame with black detailing, complementing the composition's refined warmth and historic gravitas. A rare and captivating example of classical Indian court painting...

Transporting oil painting on canvas of an elephant dressed in festive attire in a parade with figures and children.Signed Charles Baskerville 1966 and presented in an older Italian ...

This pair of large gouaches are very decorative. One of these represents a reclining naked woman and a tiger and the other one represents a tiger and wil...

A few beautiful works of art by the Italian artist Umberto Brunelleschi. They are female nudes, slightly erotic in appearance with a beautiful display of transparent fabrics. Dimensions frame: 25,5 x 20 cm Dimensions paper: 23,5 x 18 cm Umberto Brunelleschi (21 June 1879 - 16 February 1949) was an Italian artist. He was born in Montemurlo, Italy, studied at the Accademia delle Belle Arti in Florence and moved to Paris in 1900 where he soon established himself as a printer, book illustrator, set and costume designer. He worked for Le Rire as a caricaturist and was a contributor to many of the deluxe French fashion publications including Journal des Dames et Des Modes, La Vie Parisienne...