Gilt Wall Decorations

Pair of 19th century paintings, signed Emile Ballue (1820-1886). Pair of paintings, representing forest landscapes by Emile Ballue (1820-1886), signed, with their original wood and ...

Decorate a wall with this large and colorful oil on canvas painting. Painted in Paris circa 1970 and set in a thick carved gilt frame, the artwork beautifully captures the vibrant at...

19th Century French Fixé Sous Verre Bird Painting in Giltwood Frame. Decorate a study, powder room, or gallery wall with this charming antique French fixé sous verre painting crafted...

A Large Pair of Italian Florentine Wall Brackets, Hand-carved and Giltwood. Each bracket features a serpentine top shelf above an elaborately carved support of scrolling foliage and ...

Unique Baroque wall shelve from Portugal, adorned with beautiful gilt and faux marble, Having arrived in Portugal later than it did in the rest of Europe, baroque art was to take on ...

Pair Italian Gilt Rope and Tassel Wall Shelves with new glass. Scrolled sides. Perfect for bathroom, Very sturdy and stylish

A large and extremely rare example of American bas relief sculpture, this bronze medal plated in gold was sculpted by Evelyn Beatrice Longman for the Loomis Athletic prize sponsored by the Loomis School in Windsor, Connecticut. Longman married the School's headmaster, Nathaniel Batch elder and moved to Windsor in 1920, which led to a series of commissions for monuments in Connecticut, including war memorials in Naugatuck and Hartford, and a bas relief frieze...

This elegant pair of antique wall pendants was crafted in France circa 1960 and features hand-painted genre scenes rendered under convex glass in the Rococo revival, Louis XV style. ...

This is an Elaine Vollherbst, lane acrylic canvas painting. It is called The Joy of Life I. It is a very large rectangular framed painting that depic...

A luminous and quietly evocative coastal scene by Argentine painter José Murcia, depicting fishermen returning ashore along the beaches of Málaga, Spain. Executed in a restrained, to...

Decorate a study or a den with this antique chicken painting composition. Created in Belgium circa 1890, and set in the original thick carved giltwood frame, this large painting depi...

Pair of carved giltwood wall consoles or bracket shelves, Spain, 1930s. Carved Wood, Giltwood, Gold Leaf Antique Spanish Neoclassical Revival Giltwood Wall Brackets. These stunning o...

Gorgeous Italian Small Gold Leaf Wall Shelf. This bracket could certainly stand alone on a narrow wall or functional to hold a treasure on top. Wonderful classic addition to any livi...

English 19th century oil on board painting depicting two setter-type sporting dogs in a natural landscape setting. The composition shows the pair moving alertly through tall grasses,...

Contemporary South Asian traditional style gouache painting with gilt highlights - featuring the legendary lovers Dhola and Maru riding a camel from the celebrated Rajasthani folk ba...

This elegant pair of Japanese botanical woodblock prints celebrates the refined simplicity of traditional Japanese floral illustration. Each print depicts a single flowering plant ac...

Stunning set of four two-sided painted wood panels that were once a folding screen or room divider. The Italian panels feature parcel gilt framed scenes embellished with Chinese moti...

A beautifully made hanging wall shelf Étagère, in the Neoclassical design style, circa late-20th century. Neoclassical style draping design around each shelf area. This design can al...

Impressive Chinese late Qing dynasty four panel folding coromandel screen featuring carved soapstone. The lacquered panels are decorated with idyllic scenes of beauties in a pagoda p...

Gorgeous Set of Two Italian Small Gold Leaf Cherub Angel Wall Shelves. These brackets could certainly stand alone on a narrow wall or functional to hold a treasure on top. Wonderful ...

Unique wall plaque depicting Madonna and Child. If you are looking for unique works of religious art from earlier times then this large church wall plaque...

A large carved painted wood crest once mounted over a public building in the British isles. Featuring a lion and unicorn flanked by a shield featuring the quartered arms of Ireland, ...

Decorate a wall with this beautiful and colorful painting. Painted on canvas in Paris circa 1890 and set in a thick carved and gilt frame, the artwork beautifully captures the vibrant atmosphere of La Madeleine in Paris, a neoclassical church known for its imposing columns. The scene is set in front of the church, where bustling market stalls display a colorful array of flowers, and elegantly dressed Parisians walk by. The artist skillfully contrasts the grand architecture with the lively street life, highlighting the charm of daily activities in the heart of Paris. The use of rich colors and detailed brushwork conveys a sense of warmth and vibrancy, encapsulating a timeless Parisian moment. The artwork is signed in the lower left corner by French artist, E. Thioulouze, a follower of Edouard Leon Cortes. The painting is in excellent condition with vibrant colors and dressed in a beautiful and elegant gilt frame. The Church of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, or less formally, La Madeleine, is a Catholic parish church on Place de la Madeleine in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. It was planned by Louis XV as the focal point of the new Rue Royal, leading to the new Place Louis XV, the present Place de la Concorde. It was dedicated in 1764 by Louis XV, but work halted due to the French Revolution. Napoleon Bonaparte had it redesigned in the Neoclassical style to become a monument to the glory of his armies. After his downfall in 1814 construction as a church resumed, but it was not completed until 1842. The building is surrounded on all four sides by Corinthian columns. The interior is noted for its frescoes on the domed ceiling, and monumental sculptures by François Rude, Carlo Marochetti and other prominent 19th-century French artists. Edouard Léon Cortès (1882-1969) was a French painter of French and Spanish ancestry. He is known as "Le Poète Parisien de la Peinture" or "the Parisian Poet of Painting...

These elaborate and deeply carved panels are mid-20th century. The carving is very detailed and on a rather deep heavy wooden panel. All the raised areas are richly detailed and gild...

Louis Quinze style wall mirror with beautiful, hand carved details. If this beautifully handcrafted mirror is the right style to fit your interior and the size is correct for your n...

Early Giovanni Battista Piranesi Castel Sant'Angelo Veduti Di Roma Wall Decor . Large 18th Century Etching / Engraving Of The Ruins Of Rome An Early Print Of Castle Saint Angelo By G...

Large Italian Pietre Dure Plaque of a Monk in a Wine Cellar The rectangular pietre dure plaque is composed as an interior scene set within a wine cellar and housed in a carved giltw...

This is an absolutely stunning and finely painted KPM Berlin Plaque after Paul Thumann's (1834-1908) 'Kunst Bringt Gunst' (meaning 'Art wins heart'), sign...

Bring rustic charm to your interior with this intimate and richly textured barnyard scene painted by Edmond van Coppenolle. Executed circa 1880, likely during the artist’s time in Fr...

A striking antique Chinese ancestor portrait depicting a seated male official in formal dress, dating to the late Qing dynasty, circa...

Original B&W Abstract Painting in Antique gilt Frame by Shannon Weir, acrylic on panel

Offered is an absolutely stunning, pair of 1910s wall consoles or brackets. Minor patina gives this piece a classy statement. Made of terracotta. Use just as a decorative shelf or pu...

A dramatic maritime composition with strong movement and atmosphere, this large vintage oil painting captures several sailing vessels navigating choppy coastal waters beneath an expa...

This delicate still life captures a vibrant bouquet of pansies in full bloom, arranged informally in a simple glass vase. Rendered in oil on canvas, the composition celebrates the fr...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage kimono fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, ...

These lavish gilt wall brackets are crafted in a Chinoiserie-meets-Rococo style with a whimsical design of Ho Ho birds perched on scrolled branches. A Western interpretation of the mythical phoenix of Chinese and Japanese decorative arts, the Ho Ho bird is often depicted like an eagle and was a common motif in French and English furniture design beginning in the 18th century. The head and wings of each Ho Ho bird support a small flat shelf...

This antique Baroque period oil on canvas painting, is an authentic 1600s Italian School Allegory of Winter featuring putti and cherubs in a rich still life, and housed in its original golden frame, is a rare masterpiece preserved in prima tela (original first canvas). Sourced directly from an exclusive, historic private villa in Tuscany, this exceptional piece has been meticulously preserved by the same noble family for generations. Emerging on the art market for the very first time, this late 17th-century canvas represents a premier acquisition from The Tuscan Villa Collection, offering absolute authenticity and prestigious provenance. Design, Details & Attribution The composition is a sophisticated allegorical study executed with the dramatic chiaroscuro and emotional depth characteristic of the late Italian 1600s. Four masterfully proportioned putti (cherubs) gather around a small fire, their flesh tones illuminated by a theatrical play of light against a deep, crepuscular Italianate landscape. To the right, a monumental Baroque urn overflowing with a finely detailed floral still life anchors the scene, symbolizing the cycles of nature. The dense brushwork, rich earthy palette, and expressive anatomical rendering point directly to a highly skilled hand active in the Italian Baroque School circa 1680-1710. Stylistically, the artwork shares strong affinities with the classicizing Baroque circle of Carlo Cignani and central Italian genre painters of the era. The canvas remains housed in its spectacular coeval original frame, which retains its genuine gold leaf gilding and a magnificent, deep, age-earned patina. Styling & Placement With its grand visual presence and historical importance, this authentic 17th-century canvas serves as an elite statement piece for high-end interiors. The Classical Anchor: Perfectly suited above an early 18th-century walnut console table or credenza in a formal dining room, entryway, or library, where the golden frame and warm tones create an immediate focal point. The Curated Contrast: Highly effective when placed in a minimalist, contemporary space. The juxtaposition of a genuine Baroque masterpiece against clean, modern architecture offers profound historical depth. Collection Harmony: This painting communicates beautifully with fine period furniture, particularly Biedermeier walnut pieces or Italian marquetry chests...

A stylish and elegant Italian gilt wall corner shelf, dating from the early 20th century or earlier, featuring an elaborate Baroque-inspired design. The beautifully hand-carved and s...

English Country style gilt framed oil painting of horse (Silvo) and jockey wearing purple shirt (signed)

Two original English watercolor/drawings circa 1854,1855, Ellen Dumbleton, from her sketchbook, Humble House and Summer house, Hall Grove. Beautifully pr...

Indian 19th century group of fine seven oval hand - painted miniature portraits of revered Mughal rulers and their royal wives. All individually set in narrow likely gilt Silver fram...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage obi fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, collectors, boutique hotels, and lovers of Japanese aesthetics. [Size] 73 x 53 x 5 cm [Materials] Silk for the outside layer, wooden frame for the under layer, and gold leaf [Story behind the work] This is the second version of "Cranes: Kintsugi," created from the same kimono using a different section of the textile. Each artwork is handmade, and no two pieces are identical. The frame for this work is made of paulownia wood taken from antique Kiritansu, which are traditional chests of drawers for kimonos. I use antique kiritansu that can no longer be used as furniture to create the basis and frames for my works. It adds an even more authentic atmosphere of the traditional wabi-sabi spirit. Can you feel it? The piece uses the concept of kintsugi. It unites the pieces of antique kimono back together with golden leaf to give it a second wind as an artwork. [Period and Story] The kimono used in this piece was originally crafted during the late Showa period, around the 1960s to 1980s. [Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors] The Japanese saying goes, "A crane lives a thousand years, a tortoise lives ten thousand years," making cranes a symbol of longevity. Cranes are also known for staying with the same partner for their entire lives, which is why they are often used at weddings and other celebrations to symbolize marital bliss and the desire for harmony between husband and wife. On this particular piece, cranes are flying through snow woven on the fabric, as if they are overcoming all disasters to get to their beloved ones. The color scarlet, or deeply dyed red, used for most of the cranes here, has long been associated with the meaning of warding off evil. It is believed to possess the power to repel malevolent forces and invite good fortune. During the Heian period, from 794 to 1185, scarlet was reserved for sacred buildings and ceremonial objects that held great significance. Ordinary people were prohibited from wearing scarlet red kimonos, which made it a highly special color. [Characteristics of the fabric] Cranes, going up and down, are generously decorated by kimpaku here. Kimpaku refers to gold leaf or foil in Japanese. Gold leaf is a traditional material used in various aspects of Japanese culture, including art, crafts, and even in culinary applications. In traditional Japanese art, gold leaf is often applied to religious objects, sculptures, paintings, and lacquerware to create a luxurious and decorative effect. The use of gold leaf in art dates back centuries and is associated with a sense of wealth, prestige, and the divine. Traditional kimpaku technique is used here to make an accent decoration in the middle. [About the frame] This artwork frame is crafted from paulownia wood, a uniquely Japanese material closely tied to the world of kimonos, and it serves to convey the refined beauty of Japanese nature. Paulownia wood is known as the lightest wood in Japan, praised for its natural luster, resistance to moisture, and resilience against cracking. Since ancient times, it has been used in crafting furniture, chests, and musical instruments. Paulownia wood is closely linked to kimono culture. During the Edo period, it became customary to store cherished kimonos in paulownia chests...

Beautiful petite vintage gilded tole wall shelf in the Hollywood Regency style, Germany, circa 1930s. Crafted from painted metal, the shelf features an elegant gold finish that lends...

Spanish galleon or sailing ship wall sconce, gilt iron. Spain, 1950s In the style of Gilbert Poillerat. This stunning spanish galleon wall lig...

Gothic Revival hand-carved crucifix with original polychrome, 19th Century European ecclesiastical ART. An exquisite and spiritually moving 19th-century fine hand-carved oakwood cru...

Austrian Painting Portrait Of lady oil on canvas Signed Gustav Klimt Framed Art. Portrait of a beautiful woman with blue eyes and red lips in the Manner of Klimt . Work made in the distinctive style of the famous artist Gustav Klimt (July 14, 1862 - February 6, 1918) was an Austrian Symbolist painter and one of the most prominent founding members of the Vienna Art Nouveau (Vienna Secession) movement. His major works include paintings, murals, sketches, and other art objects, many of which are on display in the Vienna Secession gallery. Klimt's primary subject was the female body, and his works are marked by a frank eroticism. This painting is the perfect magic touch to a library, a bedroom wall, and living dining room. To decorate the wall on top of a console or credenza. In an entryway or On top of a fireplace mantel (fireplace). Antique Dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood Melrose Ave. La Cienega Blvd. Interior decor and Garden Landscape elements. Great Artwork for Collectors or as a decorative object for a housewarming gift idea. (Austrian, 1862-1918) Portrait of a lady oil on canvas signed lower center Gustav / Klimt Klimt was born in Baumgarten, near Vienna, the second of seven children, three boys and four girls. All three sons displayed artistic talent early on. His father, Ernst Klimt, formerly from Bohemia, was a gold engraver. Ernst married Anna Klimt (nee Finster), whose unrealized ambition was to be a musical performer. Klimt lived in poverty for most of his childhood, as work was scarce and the economy difficult for immigrants. Known for many beautiful artworks such as “the Kiss” “Apple Tree I” “Portrait Of Adele Block Bauer I” “The Tree of Life” “ The Maiden” “Water Serpents II” , Mother and Child, Lady with Fan, The Dancer etc. Gustav Klimt work helped define the Art Nouveau style in Europe. Klimt is known for his paintings, murals, sketches, and other objets d'art. Klimt's primary subject was the female body and his works are marked by a frank eroticism. Amongst his figurative works, which include allegories and portraits, he painted landscapes. He is best known for The Kiss and Portrait of Adele Bloch...

Gorgeous Italian Small Gold Leaf Wall Shelf. This bracket could certainly stand alone on a narrow wall or functional to hold a treasure on top. Wonderful classic addition to any livi...

This is an engraving, in colors. With a large frame in wood. Representing an architectural place in Nancy. It has been made in France in the 18th century. The engraving has no glass...

A Swedish Naïf country oil painting with its original silver frame. This small rustic painting on thick paper is represents the typical Swedish life of the rural working class in Mid...

Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1960s Italian giltwood wall corner shelf or wall console. Minor patina and paint lost gives this piece a classy statement. Made of hand carved wood...

Framed 'Mimoides Pausanias,' 'Dione Juno,' and 'Haetera Piera' butterflies with coordinating 18th century Italian fragments. The butterflies all share beautiful color and pattern c...

Bring the light and atmosphere of the French Riviera into an office, study, den, or living room with this richly textured antique oil painting by Jean-Baptiste Duffaud. Crafted in Fr...

These carved and gilt wood Chinoiserie plaques, three in total, comprise a fabulous set of vintage wall sculpture or wall decorations. Each panel features a center plaque that is dee...

This large Italian Baroque oil on canvas, dating from the late 17th century represents an exceptionally vivid battle scene with the unusual subject of a brigand ambush on a stagecoac...

A fine & large antique Russian Orthodox icon, circa 1820. This large antique Russian icon painted with egg tempera on wooden panel, depicts the "True Cross" to the center with S...

American Victorian chromo lithograph of boats on the sea titled \"The Crib\" published by Jevne & Almini in a gilt trim wooden rectangular frame (\"Old Print Shop\")

Chinoiserie Birds & Pineapple Motifs Wall Panel in Black Lacquered and Gilt Polychromed Wood, Spain 1950s Manufactured in Spain at the mid-20th century period in the style of Chi...

A charming and atmospheric late 19th-century oil painting depicting an idyllic pastoral riverside scene, signed and dated 1888. Executed with delicate tonal transitions and a poetic ...

This early 20th-century Belgian oil on canvas painting presents a finely composed portrait of two racing pigeons, depicted in profile and set against a softly rendered rocky landscap...

Evoking the quiet beauty of the French countryside, this antique oil painting presents a pastoral landscape with a village nestled in the distance. Crafted in France circa 1890, the ...