1870s More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Sampson Mordan & Co. is this Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette/Scent Bottle, Circa 1870-71....

This is a superb, highly decorative original, and rare authentic antique French Empire silvered bronze mantel clock, circa. 1870. The work is rend...

Incredibly Rare & Exquisite Singing-Bird Box Inspired by Charles Bruguier Inlaid with Gold, Mother-of-Pearl and Enamel 為珍珠、珍珠母和琺瑯鑲嵌的歌鳥盒 For nearly two centuries, miniature singing bird boxes have captivated collectors around the world. With masterpieces being produced by French, German, and Swiss artisans, these delicate and intricately ornate boxes combine the simple eloquence of technological machinery with fantastic artistry. This particular offering is directly inspired by famed Swiss craftsman Charles Bruguier, produced in a rich and vibrant tortoiseshell fascia. The ornate flower petals and nature motif is offset by the vibrant colors and underlying miniaturized bird with an ivory beak and natural feathers. When wound, the front slide opens the bird lid and activates the movement and song of the finely crafted mechanical device. The detailing of the machinery is remarkable, while the pastoral scene adds a sense of old-world charm to any collection. These were highly sought-after pieces of art by nobles and royalty alike as the utility of automata was still in vogue during the 19th century. Charles Bruguier only crafted 27 singing bird boxes a year from his small studio. Although we cannot verify the origin of this particular piece, the matching artwork...

Circa 1872, this antique brass U.S. Army Dress Cap Badge is a rare and unusual find. The battalion marking, 258, is proudly displayed across the eagle's ches...

Two plaques are identical showing three peonies. One plaque, slightly larger, shows a butterfly, a grasshopper and a spider in its net. The three plaques are fine examples of Shakudo work dating from the 2nd half of the 19th century. Diameter two small plaques: 3.4 cm Diameter large plaque...

Articulated lorgnette in gold finely guilloché. The border is decorated with finely chiseled foliage. A medallion in the form of a shield includes a monogram. Articulated lorgnette i...

Peardrop-shaped crystal flask in gold mount. The body is finely engraved with an interlaced monogram. The mounting is decorated with an intricate engrave...