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Period: 17th Century
Japanese Edo Period XVIIc Iron Sword Tsuba (Guard). Bamboo & Frogs.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This intriguing article is a Tsuba,
a Japanese sword guard that forms part of the sword's mounting.
It is positioned between the blade and the grip to protect the user's hands.
Da...
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Japanese Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique French Silver Handbag Paisley fabric
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine 1st half 19th century Silber and fabric hand bag was made in France in the first half of the nineteenth century. on both outer edges of the bulges we see an impressed French makers mark and a French silver mark The bag is worn on a long silver chain. the paisley fabric...
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French Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a sacrificial scene inspired by the Greco-Roman era. The central flaming altar is flanked by two figures preparing to sacrifice a ram, while a figure in a lion skin blowing horns stands in the left corner. The carver brilliantly uses the natural layers of the stone to achieve the illusion of shadow and musculature on the figures. A second, smaller cameo is set at the top of the pendant, while a myriad of multi-colored gems, pearls and enamel adorns the 18K gold setting. A large Baroque pearl suspended from an enamel dragon finishes the design, which embodies the opulence and theatricality of jewels from the Renaissance age.
Cameos and intaglios were highly popular amongst wealthy connoisseurs in Renaissance Italy, and owning the finest pieces was the privilege of princes. Although they were often elaborately mounted for display alone, cameos were also frequently worn as pendants, surrounded by enameled and stone-set gold frames. Such pieces were particularly prized by the Medici and Lorraine families, many of which can now be seen at the National Archeological Museum in Florence.
Very few Renaissance cameos...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
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Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
$228,500
Art Deco Brooch Vintage Pin Onyx & Diamond brooch pin 18KT white gold Old Europe
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare Art Deco brooch pin made with a large onyx and a single diamond in the center, the diamond is Old European cut. The brooch year is unknown.
CENTER STONE: NATURAL DIAMOND
CARAT:...
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Art Deco Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Coral Sculpture of Venus or Flora
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A coral sculpture of Venus with two putti: one in her arms, the other in her lap, and holding a cornucopia. Sciacca, Italy, 17th century.
Additiona...
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Italian Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
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Coral
1850's Swiss Travel Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Case and Original Case
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: No Name, Swiss Made
STYLE / REFERENCE: Alarm Travel Clock with Original Case
METAL / MATERIAL: Gilded Brass
CIRCA / YEAR: 1850's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 2 1/4 Inches i...
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Swiss Antique 17th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu
1st Empire Watch Holder In Gilded Wood With Gold Leaf
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Discover an exceptional collector's item: this gold-leafed wooden timepiece holder, a true treasure dating back to the 1st Empire. Combining elegance and history, it stands out for i...
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Gold
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