Objets d'Art and Vertu

This the subjekt of this charming miniature watercoulour is a romantic scene in a park with luscious planes with a lake and a small pavillion in the background. In the right top corn...

Jadeite Jade carved palm stone. Dark to white green. GIA certified natural. 1 carved jade approx. 163.97cts. GIA Certified# 6224307578 Top to bottom: 43....

Antique Chinese enameled "wood cutter and fisherman" milk white glass snuff bottle, finely painted with a wood cutter reading a book on one side, and a fis...

Portman Gallery is pleased to offer a Line Vautrin compact/poudrier in bronze. At first I thought that the lack of gilt must have been some kind ...

Antique Early 20th Century Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Mantle clock with the eight day movement by Buren, Swiss made for Howard H. Patch, Montre...

This magnificent old desk clock is an antique collector's dream. The details on this desk clock are beautiful. It is designed with Russian Lapis and Gilt-silver, paired with a white ...

Pair of 800 silver gilt miniatures of musical instruments standing on hard stone. Stamped 800 Milano, measures 2 1/2 inches tall, in good vintage condition.

Antique Chinese moss agate snuff bottle, with incised and filled decoration of a bird in a garden scene to one side, and natural dendrite formations showing well disbursed moss patte...

Crafted in Germany during the Art Nouveau era, this brass and rosewood inkwell and stand is attributed to makers Erhard & Söhne. The ornate 'Jugendstil' style stand has been crafted ...

A guilloche enameled pill box designed by David Andersen. Extremely rare early 20th century enamel pill-box, created in Norway during the late Edwardian and art nouveau period at the workshop of David Andersen, circa 1910. This beautiful box was carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid .925/.999 standard silver with gilded interiors finish. Made of rectangular form with curved edges and fitted with a five barrels hinged lid, that can be raised by a simple thumbpiece. Engine turned guilloche decoration topped with applications of translucent silvered-white and light purple enamels and finally embellished with tiny flowers motifs decorations in high relief. Weight: 59.40 Grams, (38.08 Dwt). Measurements: 65 mm by 38 mm and a height of 13 mm (2.56 x 1.50 x 0.51 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with French and Norwegian marks, the maker's mark associated to David Andersen inside a cartouche, the mark for the assay of the silver S .925 and stamped twice with the French import mark of the swan, for importation. Very interesting exports and imports marks. Note: The hallmark of a swan facing to the left inside an oval (Osprey-124), was introduced in 1893 for small silver items imported into France. The silver product need to have at least a standard assay of .800/999 or over. The swan mark indicates that the item was produced in a non-treaty country and served as an import identification. The swan mark used until 1970. David Andersen David Andersen was born in 1843 in Østre Toten, Innlandet to Anders Svendsen and Anne Margrethe Gulbrandsdatter, and was the father of goldsmith Arthur David-Andersen. He was one of the most important Norwegian goldsmiths. From 1859 he was in apprenticeship with the jeweler Jacob Tostrup in Christiania (now called Oslo). He spent several periods abroad, in Berlin, Stockholm, Paris and London. During his stay in London he also imported Norwegian filigree works to the United Kingdom. He established his own goldsmith workshop in Christiania 1876, which eventually became a leading company in the goldsmith industry in Norway. A significant part of his filigree works was exported to Great Britain. As of 1899 his company employed 92 men...

This oversized desk seal dates to the Victorian period and is wonderful in that the matrix on it remains blank. The seal which dates to circa 1870 is ve...

This antique silver ornate floral filigree belt buckle is a beautiful example of intricate craftsmanship. The buckle features a striking design ce...

Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan Dim: H: 18 x W: 22 x D: 18 cm Wt: 5 kg Specimen Type: Large cabinet impressive piece of Microcline feldspar with Black...

Tiffany & Co Estate Very Rare 6 inch Ruled Sterling Silver 58 Grams TIF632 The ruler has engraved on it MEASURE YOUR SALES This elegant Authentic Estate Tiffany & Co. Ruler...

18K Turtle Mixed Diamond and Green Garnet Brooch 10 Mixed Colored Diamonds - 0.08 CT 42 Green Garnets - 0.35 CT 2 Rubies - 0.01 CT 2 Yellow Sapphires - 0.0...

Dim: H: 10 x W: 6 x D: 4 cm Wt: 206 g Treatment: None Color: Brown Specimen Type: Sculptural Specimen of Siderite crystal aggregate on matrix This is an impressive and sculpt...

Gold Nugget mounted on a Vintage Pin 14K gold. Height (including pin): 7.00 centimeters. Weight: 7.98 grams.

A fine figural paperclip paperweight. In sterling silver. By the Thomae Company of Attleboro, Massachusetts. In the form of an oversized paper clip that doubles as both a paperwei...

This set of two ornamental desk accessories features hand painted scenes set against the colorful backdrop of natural Australian Opal! The larger piece is a rich coffee color, with t...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Japanese Fob STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Gold and Matte Salts Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: About 3.5 Inches Long This tr...

This antique silver ornate floral filigree belt buckle is a beautiful example of intricate craftsmanship. The buckle features a striking design ce...

Exquisite overlaid buffalo sculpture on stone base made with many different stones. Both sides portray woodland and plains scenes with exceptional colors and details. In great condit...

If you're looking for a way to keep all those bills from flying off your desk, we have the perfect solution! This impressive smoky quartz is a beautifully faceted oval gemstone measu...

A minimalistic paperclip style money clip made of solid British sterling silver. The clip measures 6.4 x 2 centimetres and there is a gross weight of 13.2 grams.

This elongated triangular jade mountain stands on a wooden lacquer base. On the mountain, there are a total of five monkeys: two playing, one resting, and two others at the mountain’s peak, seemingly about to descend to investigate what is happening. The stone’s side displays two bat Feng Shui symbols. (In Chinese, the bat is bianfu. Fu also means fortune.) There is also a magnificent pine tree with branches gracefully hanging down. The cut of the mountain rocks exhibits clean lines and a geometric quality, which is typical of the Qianlong period. Additionally, the monkey’s face shares similarities with Qianlong period jade monkeys...

Italian Silver 3.75” by 2.75” by 3/16 “ Deep Sodalite 800 Silver Plique a Jour Enamel Box 152.9 Gram Sodalite In good condition, no damage, no evidence of repairs Marked 800 an...

Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 32 x W: 28 x D: 10 cm Wt: 3598 g Specimen Type: Gorgeous large cabinet elongated Microcline Feldspar crystals on Cle...

This silver knob was made during the Belle Époque in the last decade of the nineteenth century. It ressembles the shape of a stylized thistle, embellished by a criss cross engraving...

Absolutely stunning details on this antique renaissance revival 800 silver purse frame which is handmade most likely in Norway featuring dragons, snakes, bird sitting in an foliage . Purse is in Henrik...

Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. Here is a wearable and also a decorative piece. The 3 natural Jade pendants all have pre-drilled holes on the top so it can be attached to a traditional Chinese cord for wearing. The jades are certified natural without treatments. All 3 carvings are of Kirin / Qilin or mythical beast. These Qilin carvings represents and brings a wish for a long and considered life to the owner. This sale will include the stringing of 3 pendants with traditional cords if one chooses. All 3 natural un-treated jade have nice apple green veins running through them. The carvings are exceptional. Each pendant looks three dimensional with excellent depth of field. You can clearly see scratches and even a small crack on the wood display but all 3 jades are perfect. The wood display can...

This striking flexible link Art Deco belt was created In 1918 ca. With the end of World War I in 1918 corsets disappeared and dresses with a low waist line became fashionable. Gun me...

Chinese Gwandian carved coral sculpture Guanyin and Dragon Very finely hand-carved. Circa Late 20th century, China Weight: With stand: 360.6 grams Without stand: 280.7 grams Dime...

Vintage Sterling Silver & Sea Shell Horoscope Figurine Featuring The Aquarius on Marble Base, Sculpted By The Spanish Artist Teno Aurelio, Born 1927-2013. Original Label at The Base,...

Navajo heartline bear sterling silver and turquoise concho belt. Twelve total conchos with matching buckle. Each concho in shape of bear with etched heartline and geometric designs, ...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Ball Clock MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Gilt Plates DIAL / HANDS: Breguet Style Arabic Numerals...

Chinese carved coral dragon figure Very finely hand-carved. Circa 20th Century, China Weight: With Stand approximately 345.1, Without Stand appr...

Dim: H: 19 x W: 9.3 x D: 8 cm Wt: 2427 g Treatment: None Specimen Type: Lovely Twinned Microcline Feldspar specimen from Skardu, Pakistan Color: Yellow Presenting this love...

A pair of cufflinks reminiscent of the onyx beads our grandmother favoured for daily use, while gliding around the streets of Shanghai. Forged in 18ct gold, it bears our trademark do...

The “Owl” pendant is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to ...

An extraordinarily fine and rare antique American napkin ring. In sterling silver. In the form of a drum with a stippled, gilt finished body and silver tension ropes and clamps. T...

The “Sparkling Petals” pendant is part of our jewelry collection. All our pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to cr...

A beautiful and historically significant antique Dutch 14 karat gold stick pin, dating to around 1900. The finely crafted circular top is made of delicate openwork filigree, composed of intricate wirework and granulation. At the center sits a sculptural floral motif in warm rose gold tones, accented with a small natural seed pearl. The layered goldwork and scalloped outer border create depth and refinement, showing the beautiful craftsmanship characteristic of traditional Dutch regional jewelry. This stick pin belongs to the traditional regional dress of The Netherlands. These pins were typically worn in pairs and were pushed backwards into the cap or hat above the forehead, positioned on both sides between the curls of the ear iron...

Unique only One in series of ten Limited Edition 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Madonna de Port Lligat Pendant Necklace / Bracelet with tiger´s eye center base This is a limited edition numbered piece from 1970's, number 1 out of 10 ever made. This necklace comes with a pouch and a frame for collectors piece exhibit Accompanying card from Exmundart Original rights from Land Spring Enginering Ltd, propietor of the exclusive world-wide rights on this sculpture-jewel as stated in the document ordained by Salvador Dalí, and legalised by Mr. José Gómez de la Serna, Notary of Barcelona Spain. Details: Sculpture-Jewel cast wit the use of the lost wax process and denominated Madonna de Port Lligat Length: Necklace 25" (or 17" if wearing bracelet) Bracelet: 8" You can add bracelet to the necklace. Length: Bracelet 8¨"/ 20cm Necklace alone 17,32" / 44cm Necklace with bracelet...

Beautiful Art Deco piece that was made in France in the 1930s An overlaid and etched glass vase, cameo signature Gallé. Beautiful orange and red colors combining a special ombre loo...

Turn-of-the-century European silver bell. Tulip-bowl with twisted gadrooning. Figural handle depicting an old-fashioned countryman holding two live fowl. Here’s dinner—eventually. Su...

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Mens Tie Clip Silver 7 mm M413 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl tie clip is made of sterling silver and has 1 Akoya Cultured Pearl in s...

Sterling 925 silver Llama figurine Profesionally fully refirbished. Good looking and well made figure. Fully polished with lots of charm! Independent...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! This extraordinary painting by Japanese artist Yamazaki Osamu is depicting Paris in...

Designer: John B. Begay Jr. Material: sterling silver Dimensions: belt measures 38.75-inches long Weight: 520 grams

Introducing the Louis Vuitton Epi Rimy Bag Charm in Red—an exquisite accessory that effortlessly combines luxury and flair. This bag charm is not just an embellishment; it's a statem...

This is a beautiful and one-of-a-kind rough Colombian emerald sculpture. This unique item represents the woman in the morning, selling fruit to their local hometowns in Colombia. In ...

Theater - Silvery metal head jewelry ornamented with rhinestones. Drama performance jewelry from the 1930s. The black velvet ribbon was changed. Additional information: Condition: G...

This is a beautiful and one-of-a-kind rough Colombian emerald sculpture. Displayed is a Colombian redskin Indian, with a horse morphing among its head. This piece is hand-carved, wit...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal, Enamel, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Emerald, and Obsidian Polo Player, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1999. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved obdisian hardstone horse and polo player, mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, emaralds, enamel, lapis lazuli, and agate, .The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / MELLERIO DITS MELLER PARIS / 5003 DIV The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 12" high x 8" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Silver bird decoration, made with solid silver. Lots of beautiful details on wings and tail. Will come with nice packaging and certificate. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar...

A rare and important antique Dutch 14 karat gold regional headdress set, consisting of a spatula-shaped forehead needle and a matching pair of stick pins. This traditional ensemble d...

One of history's most important American Indian leaders, Seminole Indian chief Billy Bowlegs (also known as Holata Micco, or "Alligator Chief"), is repre...

Elegant and rare Hermès Paris silver card holder, featuring a mounted “Jeton” (commemorative coin) inscribed with “J. Car. Hen. Sallin, Dean of Medicine”. This historically inspired ...

This vessel features a single, fabulous ornamental pattern that was carved onto nearly every surface using our antique Rose Engine. The Sterling Silver and rustic Welsh Dragon...

A pair of natural light, dark, and brown-green jade buckles, intricately carved with ancient dragons soaring through the clouds, symbolizing peace and prosperity. The two buckles tog...