Silver Wall Decorations

Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...

Signatures Bee-Hive: The so-called 'bee-hive' mark was introduced on the 1st July 1909 at the express wish of the French customs authorities: all WMF articles, even the smallest, wer...

Embossed and engraved silver plaque La Madonna del lago (The Madonna of the Lake) Probably Milan, post 1824 Brass frame It measures 16.14 in x 13.85 in (41 x 35.2 cm) and it weighs 10.357 pounds (4.698 g): silver 1.31 pounds (598 g) + brass 9.03 pounds (4.100 g) State of conservation: some abrasions on the bottom. The frame is old, but not original. The plaque is made up of a sheet of embossed and engraved silver, and held in a solid brass frame. It depicts the “Madonna del lago” – “Madonna of the Lake” - (the Madonna with Child and San Giovannino) by Marco d'Oggiono (Oggiono, 1474 circa - Milan, 1524 circa), while changing only the background landscape. Almost certainly the subject reproduced in the plaque was taken from a famous engraving by Giuseppe Longhi (Monza, 1766 - Milan, 1831), one of the greatest engravers of his era. The silver is unmarked, probably because originally the Madonna was due to be exposed in a church: sometimes precious metals destined for worship and liturgical use would be exempted from payment and were, therefore, not marked. It is very likely that the plaque was made in Milan because in this city in 1824 the engraving by Giuseppe Longhi was made and printed. In addition, in Milan, the alleged lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci in his Milanese period (1482-1500) would be produced; this is the painting from which Marco d'Oggiono took his version. The painting Marco d?Oggiono was one of Leonardo da Vinci's most brilliant students and collaborators (D. Sedini, Marco d’Oggiono, tradizione e rinnovamento in Lombardia tra Quattrocento e Cinquecento, Roma 1989, pp. 151-153, n. 56; p. 225, n. 124, with previous bibliography). His style reflects in every way that of the Tuscan Maestro, so much so that he was the one who executed some copies of da Vinci's paintings. The execution of the “Madonna del Lago” probably draws inspiration from a lost painting by the Maestro, created while he was living in Milan (1482-1500). There are many similarities with other works by Leonardo such as the “Vergine delle rocce” or the “Vergine con il Bambino e San Giovannino, Sant’Anna e l’Agnello”. The painting, from which the drawing and then the famous engraving were taken, is found today at the M&G Museum of Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina, where it came to rest after the sale of the Harrington Collection in London in 1917. The work appears in the inventories of the collection of Napoleon and Joséphine Bonaparte at the castle of Malmaison, before 1809. The Malmaison building was born and developed in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 18th century it belonged to Jacques-Jean Le Coulteux du Molay, a wealthy banker. Later, during the Directory, Joséphine Bonaparte de Beauharnais bought it on April 21st, 1799, but settled at the castle definitively only after her husband separated from her in 1809. She remained there until 1814, the year of her death. When Joséphine died, the estate passed to her son Eugène de Beauharnais, who moved to Munich with his whole family in 1815, bringing with him the collection of paintings he inherited from his mother. Eugène died in 1824 and his wife Augusta of Bavaria (von Bayern), unable to keep it, in 1828 sold the Malmaison to the Swedish banker Jonas-Philip Hagerman. It is likely that in this period Augusta also sold part of the paintings inherited from her husband, including the “Madonna del Lago”. This painting then came into the possession of Leicester Stanhope, fifth Earl of Harrington (1784 - 1862) and then was passed down to his descendants. In 1917, at the death of Charles, eighth Earl of Harrington, his brother Dudley inherited the title and properties and he put up a part of his collections for sale. Among these, precisely, the painting by Marco d'Oggiono was to be found. On the occasion of that auction the painting was presented as a work by Cesare da Sesto, by virtue of a handwritten note by the Countess of Harrington on the back of the table. However, already in 1857, the German critic Gustav Waagen had identified Marco d'Oggiono as the author of the painting, then exhibited in the dining room of Harrington House in London (Treasures of Art in Great Britain, in 4 volumes, London, 1854 and 1857). The engraving Giuseppe Longhi was one of the most renowned engravers in Italy between the end of the 18th century and the first quarter of the 19th century. In 1824 Giuseppe Longhi, based on a design by Paolo Caronni, made a famous engraving of the painting of Marco d?Oggiono. The activity of Longhi was then at the peak of his notoriety, enough to earn him very substantial commissions; it is not risky to suppose that some of his successful engravings were also reproduced using other means: in our case in silver. (A. Crespi, a cura di, Giuseppe Longhi 1766–1831 e Raffaello Morghen...

Thierry Despont, best-known as a very successful architect, was also an accomplished artist. In his painting practice, when not analyzing the smallest, most detailed creatures of the...

Fantastic Mid-Century Modern oil on canvas painting by Pascal Cucaro titled "Festival". The painting depicts Asian women in colorful Kimono robes with bold, vivid colors and thick br...

Elevate your interior with this striking set of four vintage hand-carved wood panels, a masterful fusion of Brutalist texture and Boho Chic elegance. Each panel features a high-relie...

19th century Russian painting of the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ with finely detailed, hand-hammered and silver hallmarked oklad embellished wit...

Set of 8 Oriental Hair Pins by Spritzer + Fuhrman Sterling silver individual pins including a Buddha, pagoda, water vessel, kettle and a fan. Beautif...

The scene seems reminiscent of the Ascension of the Virgin as she rises into the clouds with the adoration of the figures below. However, in the upper part the Virgin is present with...

Large format Contemporary Postmodern Chromogenic Photograph depicting a human heart stitched and bolted together. Verso signed, numbered, titled, and dated: "Ricardo Fasanello, (ed.)...

Spanish antique religious scene of Ladt Supper- silverplate embossed metal framed.

Wonderful Peruvian hand hammered copper wall hanging plaque with .925 sterling silver overlay figures on the top surface. Can be used as a low bowl or plate too. Made by Vicky and is...

A romantic antique silver-plated tray or plaque in from an Art Nouveau or Deco design. Circa early 1900s. Could be displayed hanging or on a table with the attached stand. An endurin...

2 wall plates WMF Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty year: 1909 Country: Germany Materials: silver plated Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums. We have specialized...

Siren Mirror by Courtney Kinnare Represented by Tuleste Factory Genuine Abalone, Mother of Pearl, Resin, Foil, Pigment Powder, Acrylic and Silver Leaf on Mirror Dia 36" An amalga...

Hand tooled sterling silver and brass on mahogany, made in Mexico by Catholic monks of the Benedictine Order circa 1960s.

Rectangular metal leaf and plaster wall appliqué encased in acrylic by Nicola Perilli.

Lam Lee Group - ATTRA Set of three back-decorated sculpted resin panels by Lam Lee Group, 1990s. They can be placed on the floor or wall, either vertically or horizontally. The sing...

Machine Age industrial silver gelatin print by Isadore Berger, American, circa 1940. Titled "Tanks II". The photograph measures 19.5"H x 15.5"W. The frame measures 24"H x 20"W.

This French Art Deco Charger, by Claudius Linossier, was created using the technique known as dinanderie, which involved decorating hammering out copper vessels to produce subtle but beautiful gradations of color. The charger features a Maenad, a female follower of Dionysus. During the orgiastic rites of Dionysus, maenads roamed the mountains possessed by the god, performing frenzied, ecstatic dances. These Maenads were often depicted on attic pottery...

Japanese two panel screen: Nara Deer in Gentle Yoshino Landscape. Yoshino is in the Nara Prefecture, an area famous for these small and tame deer native to J...

These framed artworks are after artist John F. Henning’s 19th century plaster cast depictions of seven religious tapestries by high renaissa...

An elegant and finely detailed pair of Italian late 18th century Gouache and Silvered Wood paintings, in the manner of Michelangelo Maestri. Each truly stunning painting of maidens playing musical instruments is framed within a Silvered wood rectangular frame. Both Gouaches depict nude maidens with cloud like garments gently wrapped around their body. One maiden is adorned in beautiful pearl jewelry...

Japanese two panel screen: Moon rising through bamboo on silver leaf, Meiji period painting (1868 - 1912) of the moon rising on the horizon with a garden stone in the foreground. Lic...

Flowers including peonies, dahlias, irises, and bellflowers bloom underneath a blossoming cherry tree and provide cover for a pair of quail. The structure of this garden almost resem...

An important 18th century European devotional painting depicting a saint, presented in an ornate silver mounted frame. The finely detailed surround is adorned with repoussé silver fl...

This extremely rare 19th century Woman’s Ceremonial Skirt (Tapis) comes from South Sumatra, Indonesia. The skirt (Sarong) made out cotton dyed with natural brown, purple, mustard-yel...

Pierre Bullard – “Leaves Black and White”, Framed Botanical Print This elegant black and white botanical illustration by Pierre Bullard is a fine example of nature-inspired minima...

18th-Century Miniature Oil Portrait Fine miniature portrait depicting a gentleman from the late 17th century, dressed in period attire. Medium...

Luciano Minguzzi, 1975 Silver relief by legendary Italian sculptor. This rare piece was made by The Franklin MInt Italian in during the artists life...

Bezalel silver plate plaque depicting Moses at Mount Sinai, made in Jerusalem, circa 1925, marked "Bezalel Jerushalem" in Hebrew and "Made in Palestine,...

A framed display of sixty miniature replica British Gallantry and Campaign medals, produced by Danbury Mint, dating from the second half of the 20th century. The oak and silver plat...

Bezalel silver plate plaque depicting Samson slays a thousand men with the jawbone of a donkey, made in Jerusalem, circa 1920, marked "Bezalel Jerusalem...

A large Japanese patinated bronze Mixed metal charger Meiji period Finely decorated in gold, silver, copper and bronze. Naturalistically accurate...

Engraving on silver-platedl by Giorgio De Chirico from the 1970s, depicting horses. Measures: Ø cm 55 H cm 48 (frame included).

A wonderful and rare pair of circa 1815 English regency "boulle work" or "buhl work" still life pictures, the parcel-gilt black lacquered cove-mold frames of rectangular form having ...

Rare 18th century giltwood framed carved and polychrome wax silver and gold decorated figure of saint Catherine of Alexandria icon, with original gilt frame. The rarity of this piece...

Exceptionel hand-painted enamel wall plaque by Barba Spain. It is a licensed piece/reproduction showcasing a 'free take' of the French Impressionist...

Large bas-relief Piazza San Marco (Venice), 1000 silver, 1980s Splendid reproduction of one of the most beautiful places in the world. External dimensions 115 cm wide x 64 cm high. V...

Silver enamel on copper by renowned enamel artist Joseph Trippetti. Signed lower right. Enamel plaque in excellent condition. One small hairline cracks to top of frame as shown. ...

Sculpture relief picture has certification of authenticity and a signature. This artistic and original object, created by AG3 using traditional craftsmanship techniques characterist...

This sensual and erotic like one of a kind original vintage European work of art by Leo Engels is of the Art Deco period. It is a combination of gouache and watercolor. It is Belgium...

Very attractive silver plated 4 piece tea set in Georgian style Very good quality Makers mark of Garrard of Regent St, London on all 4 pieces No rubbing to the original silver pla...

Refined coordinated set of three art paintings produced by the prestigious Alessandro Zenobi signature. These are works of high Italian art school, made with noble materials and ex...

Vintage Wild Boar Tusk Trophies with Sterling Silver Mounting plaques - Set of 3, Spain 1942, 1945, 1946. A vintage trio set of wild boar (Sus scrofa) t...

For your consideration, a mid-century modern large "Last Supper" abstract wall art sculpture modernist plaque by Emaus, Benedictine Monks of Cuernavaca, Mexico. Maker stamp. Solid ma...

French Silverplate Vintage Art: La Coquette Fixee France After Jacques Couché (French, born 1750) after Jean Honoré Fragonard (French, 1732-1806) Frame: 8.75 w x 10.5 h x 1.25 d Art...

Late 19th to early 20th century pectoral disc or breast plate, Tetum people, Timor Island, Indonesia These enigmatic hand hammered silver disks were worn as status symbols by presti...

The image is a lithograph titled "Die Liebenden: im siebten Himmel" "The Lovers in Seventh Heaven" by French illustrator Raymond Peynet. Peynet's "lovers" are iconic figures represe...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage obi fabrics. Sustainable...

Angel Emilio Greco Italy 1980 Silver Metal Bas-relief Plexiglass Base Ed 62/300 Artist Sign engraved Excellent condiction Bas-relief: 24x30 cm Plexiglass base: 33x26 cm

Large original gelatin silver print photograph of a sculptor w/ stone marble sculpture of mother and child. Set in a beautiful period silver gilt wood frame w/ mat and glass. Circa 1...

"Free-Flow", Constructivist painting by Noah Grossman, signed and dated 1945. The dark colors and swirling shapes give this painting a delightful moody, sensual feeling. Beautiful ...

Giacomo Manzù, 1975 Silver relief by legendary Italian sculptor Giacomo Manzù. This rare piece was made by The Franklin Mint in during the artists lifetime and was an authorized cast...

Description: D. João V style salver with floral motifs and relief shells. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Mark: spread-wing eagle. Weight: 1541.00 grams. Dimensions: 50cmx5.5cm. C...

Stamped Le Verrou Grave d’apres le tableu de h fragonard peintre du roi, Par M Blot After Fragonard Jean Honore (Grasse, 1732 - Paris, 1806) French Vintage Silverplated art. Etched w...

Carved and gilded wooden frame, France, 18th century

Pair of 18th C Bernard Direxit Hand Colored Copperplate Etchings. Titled: "Histoire Naturelle." along bottom, translated from French to mean "Natural History" These plates depict var...

Two Orthodox icons with silver plating, 20th century Greek, wooden, 20th century, representing the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and Saint Irene, silver plates with embossed decoratio...

These amazing trays are a must have for any home & it's guests. The word " Alhamdulillah " is Praise be with God / May God bless. It is said you would see these trays as you ente...