French Objets d'Art and Vertu

Highly unusual brush for cleaning fountain pens in the shape of a Roman charioteer. This outstanding object doubles also as a table bell with a doublefaced clapper. The bell is made...

With its rich history of exceptional craftsmanship, S.T. Dupont stands as a beacon of sophisticated elegance in the world of luxury lighters. Founded in the late 19th century, the ma...

This pristine Daume France "La Mouette" Crystal Seagull Statue is both pristine and rare. The signed "Daume France" crystal bird is suspended from a ch...

Indulge in a Museum Quality Pair of French Patinated Bronze and Gilt Bronze Cherub Candelabra Lamps with Silk Shades. This is an exquisite Pair Of Antique French Napoleon III - Belle...

A fine pair of associated reticulated .935 sterling silver bowls. Each with a round Sevres-type porcelain insert at the base, basketweave design, and intertwined garland and ribbon ...

A fine and rare French sterling silver and enamel cabinet vase. The enameled central body depicts a bucolic French country landscape with a watermill and river. The ruffled silver...

S.T. Dupont, a venerable name in luxury writing instruments and accessories, has consistently delivered excellence through its meticulous craftsmanship and innovative designs. With a heritage spanning over a century, S.T. Dupont pens...

An antique warrior suffers the punishment of Poseidon, who sends a sea monster to frighten the two horses of the young man's chariot. Exquisite snuffbox with a fine soapstone carving mounted in a solid silver frame...

This exquisite French Art Deco vanity compact dates to the mid-1920s, beautifully crafted in solid 0.800 silver with a dramatic black enamel checkerboard inlay across the lid. Sleek,...

This pair of antique shoe buckles, set with vibrant square-cut purple paste stones, is a stunning example of 19th-century European fashion accessor...

Yaakov Agam a Gold Kinetic Sculpture. The 5" x 2 1/8" 18k yellow gold movable sculpture in the shape of a deconstructed Star of David. Comes with the origi...

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...

Rare Vintage Balmain 1980s Cufflinks & Tie Bar In Original Champagne Velvet & Satin Case Circa 1980 Gold Plate and Steel These Balmain vintage cufflinks from the 1980s is a must-ha...

Excepional patinated bronze inkstand in the shape of a cascet on a pedestal with a drawer. It has exquisitely cast ormolu applications depicting lovers...

Welcome to the enchanting world of collectible perfume bottles. This crystal bottle, dating from the Charle X period (1830), is a true marvel. Its exquisite d...

S.T. Dupont, renowned for their masterful craftsmanship and dedication to quality, has long been a favourite among those who appreciate the finer things in life. The maison’s legacy ...

This delightful inkstand in the shape of an ancient oil lamp is of particularily wonderful quality. The beaitiful handle of the oil lamp is designed ...

Bronze Plaque by French Designer Jeans- jacques Kraftt depicting Jesus Signed by Artist Eloquent small piece of bronze art to be displayed on a wall.

This charming Limoges porcelain trinket box features a beautifully hand-painted pintail duck resting on a lily pad base, showcasing exquisite detail and vivid color. The sculpted duc...

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT by Robert Goossens Heart Jewelled Compact Powder Measurements: Height: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Width: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic YVES S...

Since 1872, S.T. Dupont has been synonymous with exceptional elegance and precision, crafting accessories that define luxury and sophistication. With a legacy rooted in superior craf...

Modeled as a satyr, incised CLODION, raised on variegated red and green marble plinth. height 13in (33cm) 33cm high, 13in high)

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...

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 ...

Discover this wonderful egg-shaped clock, crafted in Limoges porcelain and finely hand-painted, signed by the artist. The delicate painting depicts a bouquet of spring flowers, addin...

Discover a rare and precious collector's item: this gilded bronze and red tortoiseshell timepiece holder, dating from the 18th century. A true piece of history, it combines elegance ...

Stunning S.T. Dupont Defi Ballpoint Pen . Includes its original presentation case, instructions, and guarantee card included Condition : in Excellent Condition Please Check the pi...

Prestige S.T. Dupont Collectors cufflinks Ballpoint And Wallet Cards Holder Kit Absolute new goods Filler and ballpoint pen (Blue Ink) , length closed: 142 mm, length open 145 mm ...

Emile Galle Art Deco Vase Beautiful Art Deco piece that was made in France in the 1930s An overlaid and etched glass vase, cameo signature G...

Made of sterling silver, they follow a two-body system: The base body is made up of a rectangular structure in which one of its larger sides is convex. This has an open central part ...

Hermes -Paperweight in solid silver representing a caduceus. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 10 cm (3.93"), Width: 7.5 cm (2.95") Condition: Very good condition Seller ...

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT by Robert Goossens Red Heart Jewelled Compact Powder Measurements: Height: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Width: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic YV...

A large silver Neo Renaissance desk seal or presse papier in the form a Renaissance ring with an octahedron diamond set in a quatrefoil bezel. The shank is h...

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...

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A chic Hermès Kelly Bag charm. The charm features a Curiosite Noir Laque Kelly motif with permabrass plated hardware. This versatile charm can b...

Oval hand painted miniature mounted in gold enamelled brooch. The frame is in gold and enamelled with fine black enamel threads. The high-quality miniature shows a young man in a br...

French box from the 19th century made of green leather with gilded embossing and brass ornaments. Decorated in the center with the imperial eagle of Napoleon III, a symbol of power ...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Antique French Miniature, wood-framed, depicting a classical scene painting...

Bronze Empire Mantel Clock Grenon France Uroboros Design Thirteen Jewels two adjustments signed Grenon French Uroboros Design, no keys, in excellent physical condition considering ...

Ruby, Mother of Pearl and Gold Cufflinks. Diameter: 1.80 cm. Chain length: 2.00 cm.

Hermes -Paperweight leather and gold plate representing a belt buckle - personal item with a date and initial R.B. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 21.5 cm (8.46"), Widt...

The Animal Lizard brooch clip in yellow gold 18k is a captivating piece of jewelry. This brooch features a lizard design, crafted with meticulous attention to detail. The lizard’s eyes are adorned with rose cut diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle and elegance. The head of the lizard is crowned by a beautiful pink sapphire, enhancing its regal appearance. This brooch is estimated to be from the 1950s and bears French assay marks, indicating its authenticity and quality. With its unique design and exquisite gemstone accents, this lizard brooch is a timeless and sophisticated accessory. Total length: 2.56 inches (6.50 centimeters). We are reknown for curating unfindable jewels. Most of the pieces of our collection are antique, one-of-a-kind and formerly owned by...

A very fine French silver locket featuring mistletoe to both sides. It has a gold wash interior to prevent tarnish and closes firmly. It appears to be struck with the French guarante...

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Robert Goossens Green Heart Jewelled Compact Powder Measurements: Height: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Width: 2.63 inches (6.7 cm) Fea...

Exceptional conical flask made of faceted crystal. The flask is set in an openwork mount made of gold and royal blue enamel and intricately sculpted with scrollwork motifs. A large m...

Art Nouveau wheat ear Silver Brooch by Henri-Victor Miault, Paris, France, circa 1910, signed Miault brooch measurements - 0.34 x 0.39 x 3.19 in / 9 x 10 ...

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

Art Nouveau Vever six elements including four Matrix in copper and brass and two in glass. French, Signed Vever. Numbered. 19th Century. Total weight: approx. 174.00 grams

Emile Galle Art Deco Vase Beautiful Art Deco piece that was made in France in the 1930s An overlaid and etched glass vase, cameo signature G...

An oval miniature on enamel featuring the portrait of an elegant gentleman. His hair is styled with curls on the side and a large ribbon, and he is wearing 18th century-styled clothi...

A gold-mounted pendant with a mother-of-pearl medallion depicting the portrait of a young dandy on light pink background, framed with pearls. On the back, locks of hair attached with...

(Made in France) Barrette in golden metal and pink glass paste. Not signed. Small crack on a leaf on the back. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 9 c...