Baroque Wall Decorations

Shield form with a crown over a coat of arms with different symbols, the frame carved and gilded in the baroque style. From the Michael Kittredge collection.

An exquisite late 17th-century French verdure tapestry from the celebrated workshops of Aubusson, capturing a serene woodland scene with remarkable artistry. The composition is defin...

Walnut paneling with a built-in door on the right. The style is reminiscent of French paneling or that of northern Italy in the French style, featuring contoured panels and understat...

French Engraving Hand Colored Galerie des Modes Costumes Francais, 1779 Rare antique French fashion print hand colored published first i...

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tourani Tapestry 2'9" x 7' - 84 x 213 Antique Flemish Tapestry, Circa 1650 – 2'9" x 7' An exquisite 17th-century Flemish tapestry, handwoven in wool and si...

This late 17th-century Mexican oil on copper painting of a 12th century sculpture of the Virgin at Toledo, known as the Virgen del Sagrario de l...

Portraits of the monarchs Louis XIII and Anne-Marie of Austria as hunters. Oil on canvas. Possibly Madrid school, 17th century. Pair of full-length portraits showing the characters against natural backgrounds, with landscapes with mountains in the distance and trees. The male character, who looks directly at the viewer, has dark hair and a fine moustache, and is dressed in a ruff, a doublet, leather gloves, a blued breastplate with gold details, breeches, white silk stockings and cavalier boots. The lady, who modestly lowers her gaze, has her head partially covered with a hat decorated with a brooch and white feathers; she is dressed in a ruff and a dress with a wide-skirted doublet and skirt, wide-mouthed gloves and a short cloak with a decorated edge gathered around the left arm and placed over the right side of the skirt. Alongside these “hunting” dresses, they appear carrying firearms and accompanied by large dogs. The king's dog is standing alertly, turning his head to one side. The queen's dog is sitting looking at her, with a collar and a rope that she holds in her left hand. The male subject is clearly the French King Louis XIII (Fontainebleau, 1601-Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 1643), monarch of France and Navarre (1610-1643), son of Henry IV of France and Marie de Médicis and father of Louis XIV of France. Compare with other portraits: by Rubens, painted around 1622-1625 at the Norton Simon Museum (Pasadena, California, USA); by Philippe de Champaigne, painted in 1635 and kept at the Museo del Prado (Madrid, Spain); the painting by Frans Pourbus the Younger from the 1920s at the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Chambéry (France); etc. Louis XIII married Anne of Austria, daughter of Philip III of Spain, in 1615. This was brought about by the marriage agreement of Fountainebleau (1611), which stipulated the future wedding of the Prince of Asturias, Philip IV, with the French princess Isabella of Bourbon, and that of the French monarch with Anne. Anne Maria Mauricia of Austria and Austria-Styria (Valladolid, 1601-Paris, 1666) was an Infanta of Spain and Portugal as the daughter of Philip III of Spain and Margaret of...

An elegant and richly carved pair of Italian 19th century Baroque st. Giltwood wall brackets. This stunning pair are designed with three handsome scrolled and tapering acanthus leave...

3 antique 18 th c Italian ink drawings on paper of views of Venice- Dougaba and Santa Maria church, Piazza San Marco with Campanile, Venice fort. framed later. Inscribed and dated.

Artwork hand colored engraving by Maria Sybella Meriam, 1647-1717. Titled Surinam Insects. Pineapple and insects. This is an original print not a reproduction. An example of this is ...

Pier Francesco Cittadini (Milan, 1616-Bologna, 1681) "Jacob and his family go to Egypt" Oil on canvas, cm 109 x 190 (canvas only) The valuable painting, made in oil on canvas, depicts Jacob and his family go to Egypt and we believe it can be, given the high quality painting, autograph work of Italian Pier Francesco Cittadini (Italy Milan, 1616 - Bologna, 1681) made after 1647. The work, in excellent condition is accompanied by a coeval frame in wood finely carved and golden. The scene depicted, which was confused with the Flight to Egypt in the past years, is instead identified with the biblical episode of Jacob’s journey. In the foreground, reading the painting from left to right, we see a caravan composed of animals, including donkeys, dromedaries, goats, dogs and horses and people, women, men and slaves, who carry on their journey along the banks of a river, following a path that to the right, would seem to lead to the through of a bridge. In addition to the watercourse is described an environment characterized by large rocks and impervious come far to cover the entire verticality of the canvas. On the left, in the distance, we see the tail of the caravan that runs along the steep path. Large trees enliven and harmonize the environment, as well as white and grey clouds characterize the predominantly clear sky and illuminated on the right by sunlight. The story is told in the Bible, Book of Genesis, 30, 25, passage in which is described the flight of Jacob from Haran after the contrasts with Laban, father of his wife Rachel. Jacob is the third great patriarch of the Bible. From his descendants originate the twelve generations of the people of Israel. He is the son of Isaac and Rebekah, who led him to flee from the wrath of Esau to Haran to seek refuge from his brother, Laban. At his uncle’s house Jacob met his daughter Rachel. As soon as he saw his cousin, Jacob was taken. Jacob will stay seven years in the service of Laban to marry his beloved Rachel. But Laban, with a deception, will give him in marriage first Lia, the least beautiful eldest daughter, and only after another seven years the splendid Rachel. From his first wife he will have several children, while Rachel will give birth to the beloved son, Joseph, who will become viceroy of Egypt. After years of service, Jacob asked to be paid with every dark-coloured garment among the sheep and every spotted and dotted garment among the goats. Laban accepted and sent away from his sons all the leaders of that kind. So Jacob took fresh branches of poplar, almond and plane tree, and flayed them, and put them in the troughs. The optical suggestion induced the goats and the sheep to conceive and give birth to dark, striped and dotted garments. He also ensured that all the strongest and healthiest leaders of the flock of Laban would drink near the barked branches, thus assuring a genetic superiority to his part of the flock. His flocks grew numerous and strong and he became richer than his relative, arousing envy. It was clear that Laban would not respect him much longer. At the suggestion of the Lord, Jacob decided to return to Canaan. Trying to avoid any possible dispute, he left with his family while Laban was absent for shearing sheep. But when, three days later, his uncle returned home, he became angry, feeling offended because Jacob had gone secretly and had not allowed him to greet his daughters and grandchildren. In addition, his teraphim, statuettes, or idols, which depicted the family deities, had disappeared. After 7 days of pursuit, Laban and his men reached Jacob’s group on Mount Gilead, in the mountainous region west of the Euphrates River, where his uncle and grandson had a stormy conversation. The younger man was outraged at being accused of stealing idols and told Labano to rummage through his family’s tents at will. Neither of them could know or even imagine that it was Rachel who took the idols and hid them in the saddle of the camel. During the search, she sat down firmly on the saddle, apologizing for not being able to get up, «because I usually have what happens to women» (Gen 31:35). So the loot wasn’t discovered. The author of this work was inspired by the composition of an engraving by Stefano Della Bella (1610-1664) of circa 1647. The engraving by Stefano della Bella bears the title "Iacob sur ses vieux jours quitte sans fascherie pour voir son filz Ioseph, sa terre et sa patrie" and is signed on the bottom left "Stef. of the Beautiful In. et fe." while on the right it is declared "Cum privil. Regis", that is with license of the king. Stefano Della Bella (Italy - Florence, May 18, 1610-Florence, July 12, 1664) was born in a family of painters, sculptors and goldsmiths and was left early orphan of his father sculptor, he dedicated himself first to the art of goldsmith at the school of Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione and Gasparo Mola, then turning his attention to drawing and engraving. He soon began drawing figures and copying the etchings of Jacques Callot, which inspired his early works. Under the protection of the Medici, in particular of Don Lorenzo, cadet son of Grand Duke Ferdinand I, Della Bella has the opportunity to make study trips to Rome, where he stayed from 1633-1636; In Rome he met French engravers and publishers of prints such as Israël Henriet and François Langlois, who influenced his decision to move to Paris in 1639, four years after the death of Callot. In Paris he soon reached, thanks to the engravings commissioned by Cardinal Richelieu, the success also worldly; he frequented courtiers, theatre artists and writers, while refusing too oppressive honors. In 1646-1647 he continued his travels in the Netherlands to Amsterdam, Antwerp and Dordrecht. He returned to Florence in 1650 and resumed working under the protection of the Medici court, working for his patrons. In 1656 he became a member of the Academy of Apatists. The painting object of this study is reasonably attributable to Pier Francesco Cittadini, or Pierfrancesco Cittadini, called the Milanese or the Franceschino (Italy - Milan, 1616-Bologna, 1681) as some exemplary stylistic comparisons proposed to follow can prove. Pier Francesco Cittadini was an Italian baroque painter, mainly active in Bologna. His artistic training first took place with the painter Daniele Crespi...

A fine and large flemish 17th-18th century Baroque figural tapestry "A Royal Courtship" depicting an allegorical courting scene of a young princess meeting her prince at the watchful eye of a mesmerized queen standing behind her. A young girl supports the princess' dress train...

Coriolan's mother and wife beg him to spare Rome , Oil On Canvas . German School Circa 1750 This painting represents the story of Coriolan, Roman general and leader of the Patrici...

A large antiqued reproduction oil painting after Antoine Watteau. Features an antiqued canvas. Frame: 75.5 cm (29.72 inches) x 66.5 cm (26.18 inches) Canvas: 55.5 cm (21.85 inches) ...

This is a Antique French Tapestry depicting a celebration amongst verdure with beautifully balanced composition and rich coloration, dating to circa 1920. The colors in this piece ar...

This elegant pair of wall console shelves showcases fine early 20th-century craftsmanship, dating from the 1900s–1910s. Handcrafted from quality wood, each console is expertly covere...

Immense 17th Century Flemish wool verdure tapestry Flemish, 17th Century Height 323cm, width 424cm This very large and exquisite tapestry was crafted in wool in Flanders during the ...

Circle of VAN DE KASTEELE, Frans (Brussels, c. 1541 – Italy, 1621). "Virgin with angels and saints". Oil on copper. Curly frame in ebony. Devotiona...

An extraordinary Original stealing engraving of the royal gallery in Munich and Schleissheim, hand-colored. Beautiful hand crafted gilded Frame. Dated at the backside with a label fr...

A beautiful vintage handwoven tapestry featuring a unique abstract Art Nouveau design with a rich and dynamic color palette. This circa 1950 piece showcases artistic geometric elemen...

A Monumental Italian Devotional Painted Tapestry, 18th Century An imposing and rare 18th-century Italian painted tapestry, standing at an impressive 217 cm in height. This large-scal...

Decorative Botanical Engraving of Sedum & Succulent Plants, 1737 Description: An original 18th-century botanical plate from Johann Wilhelm Weinmann’s celebrated “Phytanthoza Iconographia,” one of the most ambitious and visually striking botanical publications of the early 18th century. This finely detailed plate, numbered 93, depicts several varieties of Sedum and related succulent plants, including stonecrop and houseleek. The plants are presented with remarkable botanical detail, showing fleshy leaves, flowering stems, delicate blossoms and exposed root systems. Soft shades of green, yellow and pink give the composition an especially decorative quality. Johann Wilhelm Weinmann (1683–1741) was a German apothecary and botanist. His monumental “Phytanthoza Iconographia,” published in Regensburg between 1737 and 1745, contained more than 1,000 botanical plates and was particularly innovative for its use of color printing combined with hand finishing. The illustrations are today admired both as important works of botanical documentation and as highly decorative examples of 18th-century natural history illustration. Artist / Maker: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann (1683–1741) Publication: Phytanthoza Iconographia Plate: No. 93 Date: circa 1737–1745 Medium: Color-printed mezzotint and engraving with hand coloring Condition: Good antique condition overall, with expected signs of age including light toning, occasional spotting, minor marks and small imperfections to the paper. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description. Please contact us if you would like a more detailed condition report. This is an original antique print published in the 18th century, not a modern reproduction. Sold unframed. Any framed or interior images are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann, Weinmann botanical print...

A magnificent antique French Aubusson tapestry runner depicting an elegant vase filled with exotic florals, beautifully arranged in a refined and elongated composition. This circa 18...

An imposing religious-themed painting depicts the scene of the "Assumption of the Virgin". The iconography in this 19th-century painting follows the tendencies of Baroqueization and ...

An antique Portuguese wall relief or sopra porte made of Pinewood, in good condition. The Baroque wall panel was hand carved and is richly ornate wi...

Ornately-Carved Walnut Carving of an Angel. France, circa 1700s. Possibly from a ship or country estate.

17th century old master oil painting of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux. Spanish school. Dramatic expression and perfect use of chiaroscuro, the art of light and shadow effects, makes th...

A magnificent antique French tapestry depicting a scene of people among a fountain, showcasing elegant composition and rich coloration. Beautiful colorway, and an easy, chic addition...

This large cartouche panel was carved from wood and hand-painted with a central coat of arms in Italy during the 1700’s. Inspired by a 16th century Fr...

This magnificent late 17th-century French verdure tapestry from the Aubusson workshops, is a masterclass in Baroque textile art. The vertical composition is dominated by a majestic, ...

A Large and Impressive Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas "Madonna and Child" After Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (Spanish, 1618-1682) depicting a seated Virgin Mary with a baby Jesus Chri...

Baroque-style oil on canvas depicting an exquisite composition of floral garlands arranged against a deep, dark background. The work is notable for its elegant compositional balance ...

Flemish 17th Century Genre Painting Circle of David Teniers the Younger (1610-1690). This cabinet painting depicting a woman shelling peas is from the Flemish School of the 17th ...

Rare and unusual pair of 19th century Italian candle reflector remnants, , hand crafted in brass with hammered floral motifs and the pressed initials ...

Exceptional fragment of a baroque altarpiece in carved and gilded wood. The technique used in the conception of this piece is exceptional, the different elements have been devastated...

outstanding tapestry in wool and silk, Bruxelles, second half of the 17th century. Depicting a detailed scene of The Bull Hunting. On the background of the landscape the Monument of ...

Julius Caesar Ibbetson 1759-1817 old master painting English, 18th century This English school painting by Julius Caesar Ibbetson (1759-1817) depicts a countryside farm house off of a road with a horse drawn wagon...

Antique French Tapestry Verdure Signed Wool & Silk A magnificent antique French tapestry depicting a castle amongst a river, verdure, and exotic birds. Beautiful colorway, and a...

This is a gorgeous antique square 18th century flemish verdure landscape tapestry with birds depicting a beautiful and rich summer scene of a countryside with lush trees and vegetati...

Ancient gilded wooden frieze carved with leaves and flowers. Another example of the rich French woodwork of the 18th century. ref. O/7347.

An 18th century Italian Venetian-style wall mirror with original silvered patina.

This is a gorgeous antique late 17th Century French Aubusson historical tapestry depicting a beautiful and rich summer scene of a countryside with lush trees and vegetation, with a m...

Late 17th century Italian Baroque lintel carved in triangular shape with acanthus scrolls, centered by a winged cherub face. Polychrome painted. Superb Italian craftsmanship. Previously refinished. Currently mounted to an upholstered headboard panel; could be remounted professionally to another substrate. Carved lintel...

Royal Delft Collectors Portrait plate vintage handpainted Dutch Delftware - earthenware Style: Baroque, Vintage, Antique, Rustic Large blue and white cabinet plate - wall plaque Depi...

Jan van Kessel I and Jan van Balen, Still life with flowers, butterfly, trompe l'oeil frame and sacred scene, first half of the 17th century Signed I. V. Balen Oil on panel. Size: 68...

Bernhard Keil was among the most distinctive genre painters active in Italy during the second half of the seventeenth century. Born in Helsingør, Denmark, he apprenticed under the Co...

An original hand-colored botanical engraving from Basilius Besler’s Hortus Eystettensis, published in Nuremberg in 1613. Executed at the transition between Renaissance naturalism and...

Exceptional large scale portrait painting newly identified as that of Karel van Lynden, Lord of Swanenburg (c. 1707 - 1742) portrayed bewigged and in crimson mantle-enwrapped armor a...

An Italian Baroque pair of carved and painted wood decorative wall brackets from the 18th century. These antique decorative wall brackets from Italy each feature a carved putto head ...

This painting illustrates one of the great episodes of royal encounter in the Old Testament: the visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon. According to 1 Kings 10, the queen had h...

This is a monumental and spectacular 18th century, or possibly early 19th, oil on canvas of the Italian school. The canvas depicts a shepherd serenading a maiden in a wooded glen. B...

Antique baroque style painted and gilt decorated wall bracket, 18th century. With a mid to late 20th century marble top, a gilt decorated cupid face with wings.

A pair of beautiful Baroque style polychrome carved wood wall decors depicting deer and ibex figures. Painted in brown, green, red, and golden c...

17th Century Pair of Flemish Tapestry ( 2' x 3'4" - 62 x 102 )

Belgium / 18th century / Painting / wood / Antique / Religious A 18th century painting on wood after a Rubens painting “Adoration of the Magi”. Elegantly encased in a stunning blac...

Antonio Zanchi (Este, 6 December 1631 – Venice, 12 April 1722) St. Jerome Penitent Dimensions: canvas W 73 × H 92 cm; frame W 96 × H 115 × D 6 cm The painting depicts St. Jerome as ...

Wonderful image after Rembrandt Fine Steel engraving. Published by Jones & Co., London. C.1850 Unframed.

the stylized carved wooden rosette centering a circular reserve surrounded by a wreath of scrolled acanthus leaves all in a warmly patinated painted and gilded surface

A 19th century copy of a painting by Claude Lorrain titled, " Harbor with the Villa Medici". Early morning light filters over a wholly imaginary scene, an exquisite example of the ...

Spectacular large scale mid-17th Century Flemish tapestry created after the 1630s design by Jacob Jordaens (d. 1678). Several tapestries of identical design were produced based on dr...