20th Century Objets d'Art and Vertu

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...

THIS IS A VERY RARE SIGNED GESCHUTZT AUSTRIA ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE SCENE OF A CAT OR KITTEN THIEF CRACKING A SAFE AND BEING CAUGHT FROM BEHIND BY A PUG DOG POLICE MAN AS A M...

Janesich Gold and Enamel Compact Janesich Gold compact with linear motifs in black enamel. The compact opens to a mirror, a powder compartment, and a ...

An impeccably crafted Necessaire compact case by Van Cleef & Arpels. It has a special basket weave design in 18K yellow gold. The case is versatile and easy to use to keep many dif...

Unveiling Time: A Rare Cartier Mystery Prism Sterling Silver Clock (Circa 1980s) Intrigue and elegance collide in this captivating Cartier Mystery Pri...

Antique sterling silver thread case by Black Starr & Frost. No monogram or engraving This cylindrical case holds a spool of thread and dispenses it through a slit with a small open...

As a pioneer in luxury accessories, S.T. Dupont enjoys a celebrated history that stretches back to the 19th century. Recognised for its innovation and meticulous craftsmanship, the m...

This superb rooster's head has been carved out of tiger eye and various hardstones. The beak and the brooch fitting are executed in 18 karat gold.

A large American Art Deco silver picture or photo frame. In sterling silver. By J.F. Fradley & Co. With engraved decoration to the sides and an masonite easel back. Monogramed to...

A fine Russian silver page cutter (or letter opener). Possibly by Gerasim Mitrofanov. With a lozenge form handle with cast leaf-work. Marked with a second Kokoshnik mark (1908 to...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D 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 10.5" high x 8.5" 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...

Cartier Gold and Enamel Box A black enamel box containing a mirror and two compartments. Signed: Cartier Approximate Measurements: 3" x 0.75" x 0.38" Approximately weighs 46 grams ...

One Art Deco 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Wahl Eversharp Mechanical Pencil. 18k yellow gold signed Wahl Eversharp. Engraving reads “C. H. M. Jr.” 0.50mm lead. Vintage box included. Cir...

A Cartier desk ornament designed as a jewelled lapis lazuli frame set with a large French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold medal depicting Saint Christopher carrying the infant Christ over...

A fine antique Chinese export silver box. By Zee Wo of Shanghai, China. Decorated throughout with repousse chrysanthemums on a stippled ground. The lid with an unengraved cartouc...

A fine antique photo frame signed Cartier. In sterling silver. Engraved with 2 cows to the top. (Likely done a inscription of endearment!) With a robust easel back stand. Simply ...

Charming and Rare Austrian Art Nouveau Silver and Enamel Owl Seal by Georg Adam Scheid. A rare and enchanting work of Viennese decorative art, this early 20th-century Austrian silve...

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cartier Pipe cleaner Duchess of Windsor weighing 33.6 grams Circa 1945 Accompanied by Receipt from Sothebys Sale

This exquisite Vintage Clutch Purse from the 1960s was designed with a soft textured woven style, crafted in solid with 18K White Gold. Topped wi...

Tiffany Studios Art Nouveau Bronze "Slag Glass" Table Calendar. Circa 1910, Made in New York by Louis C. Tiffany. Weight: 401 grams Dimensions - Heig...

An antique bloodstone, and yellow gold propelling pencil, in 14 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Antique Yellow Gold Pencil is the elegant floral and engine turned ...

This is a bohemian ruby red perfume bottle. This hand cut to clear bottle have leaping reindeer, stylized "C" and pavilion in the forest pattern and a clear engraved stopper. This ta...

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 ...

Add a touch of classic Tiffany elegance to your collection with this vintage sterling silver egg-shaped pill box. Beautifully crafted with the quality and refinement expected from Ti...

Introducing the Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vintage Rectangular Pill Box with Striped Design – a timeless and exquisite accessory that embodies the heritage of Tiffany & Co.'s reno...

Introducing the Tiffany & Co. Sun Moon Sterling Silver 2-Sided Cylinder Pillbox – a celestial-inspired masterpiece that seamlessly marries function with poetic design. Crafted by the...

Elevate your style with the exquisite craftsmanship of this Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant. Meticulously crafted, this pillbox is a testament to Herme...

The Tiffany & Co. Enamel 925 Sterling Silver Pill Box Case is a charming yet practical piece that combines Tiffany’s iconic craftsmanship with a touch of playful elegance. Crafted fr...

This aesthetically captivating authentic circa 1950 Cartier eight-day desk clock is made with a solid 14K yellow gold case. It is rendered in artfully textured gold, adding a glitter...

THIS IS AN ANTIQUE ART DECO SILVER FILIGREE CHINESE EXPORT CORAL AND TURQUOISE PERFUME BOTTLE, SNUFF BOTTLE. THE SILVER FILIGREE IS OF THE HIGHEST Q...

10 Karat Yellow Gold Telescopic Pencil- This elegant piece features a telescopic pencil that opens to 110 mm. Case has hanging ring to attach to chain or fob...

Bamboo pencil designed by Cartier. Very unusual and useful luxury piece, created in Paris France by the iconic house of Cartier, during the mid century period, back in the 1950's. T...

A fine vintage charm for a bracelet. In 14 karat gold. In the form of a bicycle. Simply a great charm! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in o...

THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND RARE EARLY ORIGINAL GEORG JENSEN ART NOUVEAU DRESSER PILL JEWELRY RING BOX IN STERLING SILVER WITH A FLOWER MOTIF ON THE TOP. This is an absolutely stunning rare early antique small silver dresser box...

Elegant diamond and 18K yellow gold compact case from the "Marguerite" collection by Boucheron, circa 1960s. It features a repeating flower motif resembling marguerites throughout ea...

Silver fish grayling handicraft

This Berca box is made of lacquered wood using the ancient Urushi technique and is embellished with 925‰ silver and 18kt gold elements set with natural amethysts (4,60 kt), natural p...

Fabulous and extreme rare Van Cleef & Arpels 2 in 1 accessory. Lipstick Holder and Ladies Pocket Watch. Malachite and Onyx Case. Movement: mechanical manual winding. A unique coll...

Rare Vintage Nina Ricci Set Gold-Tone Cufflinks Logo Circa “1980” Original Velvet Pinkish Champagne velvet Case Circa 1980s Retro, Disco, Chic In Fantastic vintage condition A per...

The Cartier Limited Edition Calendar Ballpoint Pen Watch is a captivating blend of Cartier’s signature elegance and innovation. Designed as both a writing instrument and a timepiece,...

Rare Cartier Desk & Travel Clock Cathay Pacific Pilot Edition 1980s This rare Cartier foldable desk and travel clock has a unique aviation history. Issued by Cathay Pacific Airways to its long-haul pilots, this clock was designed to serve as a bedside or desk companion during overnight stopovers. Stamped with the airline’s logo on the back, it not only looks stunning but also holds historical significance. Key Features: ✔ 50mm x 50mm brass case – Classic and compact travel design. ✔ Signed Cartier Paris dial...

Step into the opulent embrace of yesteryears with an antique Art Deco evening bag that resonates with vintage allure. A true relic, this piece seamlessly melds platinum and 14k yello...

A fine antique German solid silver table box or casket. By B. Nieresheimer & Söhne. With Neoclassical swags & garlands to the sides, and a repousse Romantic style scene with cherub...

Introducing the epitome of elegance and innovation, the Cartier Limited Edition Fountain Pen Watch - a true marvel that seamlessly blends the art of fine watchmaking with the timeles...

A whimsical celebration of artistry and imagination, this Tiffany & Co. creation captures the magic of the circus in exquisite sterling silver and vibrant enamel. Expertly crafted,...

Christian Dior gold plate tie clip featuring a front Dior logo, a textured ground. Circa 1990s Original Gray Velvet Case In fantastic vintage condition * polished finish * signatu...

As a symbol of British luxury and elegance, the name Dunhill carries with it a rich legacy of craftsmanship, particularly in the world of fine lighters. Since Alfred Dunhill founded ...

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen. The simple & sleek design is functional and stylish. This piece has a twist retractable closure and a...

THIS IS A SUPERB AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A PARAKEET BIRD ON A BRANCH SIGNED WITH THE BERGMAN MARK. This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bronze, C...

A Large Buccellati Italian Silver Model of a Realistic Lobster Expertly crafted to capture the essence of the real lobster, this model features exquisite detailing and lifelike real...

Elegant one of a kind custom made Gas Lighter in Gilt 830 silver with sleek shapes engraved with coat of arms of Swedish noble family of Gyllenkrok ( Friherrliga ätten Gyllenkrok nr ...

Fine Russian Gilt Silver Pill or Vanity Box in solid 875 Silver decorated with divided enamel ornaments. White, Cobalt Blue, Turquoise Blue, Yellow, Green, Orange, and Brown colors. ...

This beautiful round compact has squared off edges, the enamel is in an unusual duck egg blue and a contrasting deeper blue on the front, being completed...

Gucci, Two-tone Gold and Diamond Purse This purse is made of woven 18k yellow gold on the sides with a band in the center and 18k white gold thr...

With a heritage steeped in luxury, Cartier epitomises elegance and timeless style in the realm of haute design. Esteemed for their craftsmanship and innovative spirit, Cartier's crea...

Gaetan de Percin knight key ring in silver. This chivalric-themed keychain depicts a knight in armor with a helmet. The legs are articulated at the hips. The chain fastens by passing...

Rolex. A Gilt Brass Painted Horseshoe-shaped Desk Clock, La Hora Al Secundo with Original Wooden Presentation Box C1960. Dial: A Matt Silvered Dial, Signed Rolex, with applied Roman...

Radiating vintage charm, this 14 carat yellow gold enamel egg charm/pendant is a true conversation piece. This piece is mostly covered in emerald green Guilloché enamel, with the f...

Minaudières are pieces of evening wear that appeared in the 30s, replacing bags for a more feminine look. They are made to hold everything a woman might need to refresh throughout th...

Impressive vintage Gentleman's Cigar Cutter by well known German maker, Rostfrei. This circa mid-century desk top wedge cigar cutter is of top quality sturdy construction in steel wi...