Early 20th Century Wall Decorations

Pair Antique French hand-colored lithographs in mahogany frames with bronze mounts are an exceptional example of Belle Epoque beauty! The highly detailed lithographs depict two darli...

French gilt barometer case, early 1900's incorporating earlier 18th century parts. The center wood facing dated 1789 and encased by a rare or at least unusual carved sunburst .Presents very well with bleeding of red bole against the gilding . Highly decorative. The sunburst part and the dial have warping or backwards tilt . Not in working order (toxic mercury tubing removed ) and priced accordingly . Primarily a decorative casing for wall decoration and presentation. In very good condition. The gilding sealed but with usual wear and bleeding of red bole. The wood dial earlier and dated 1789 , is warped on left and right sides most likely from sun or heat .Typical age and use nicks , cracks , minor losses and wear . The mercury barometer was invented in 1643 by Torricelli, a student of Galileo, in Florence, Italy. This remarkable device is used to measure atmospheric pressure, and those changes in pressure indicate a change in the weather. Interestingly, barometers were not originally used for meteorological observations, but for measuring heights and to use in air pump...

The architectural frieze fragment (Supra porta) removed from paneling. A decorated panel of Louis XVI style . The neoclassical styled panel with gilded leaf garland intertwined with ribbon surrounding a colorful oil inset of four cherubs or putti dancing around a Bacchian mask, probably an allegory to spring. The panel now a worn ivory-cream. Lower undecorated strip panel probably a structural board to secure behind the room paneling...

Floral decorated tapestry. Neutral background with floral bouquets and garlands centered around an oval lake scene. The lower panel decorated by urn with flowers. Strong Continen...

A beautiful pair of monumental hand carved gilt wood Italian wall shelves. Intricately carved feather plumes. Stamped on back "408 Made In Italy".

A very fine and decorative gilt bronze door knocker in the Louis XVI style, France, circa 1910 CW3503.

Antique walnut wood picture frame / photo frame with beautifully carved details. France, 1920s. Dimensions: Depth 2 cm/ 0.78 in; height 30 cm / 11.02 in; width 27.5 cm / 10.62 in. ...

Depicitng the Piazza della Signoria and the river Arno and based on the late 18th century style, the pair of paintings are displayed in period gi...

The two paintings are made with the Grisaglia technique, they are adaptable as decorations to use above the door. Good conditions overall. They represent Italian landscapes.

The architectural frieze fragment probably removed from panelling (boiserie). The neoclassical styled panel with leaf garland intertwined with ribbon surrounding a central oil inset ...

With floral festoons hung in garland form. Wear to paint and gilding as shown in photos. Centre panel (with the garlands) has a bow, more obvious from the back. Probably from a ballr...

A pair of French Louis XVI style carved giltwood tied ribbon wall decorations from the early 20th century. Each of this French of French carved ribbons features an elongated shape, s...