Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Early 20th century solid Sterling Silver cigarette case of excellent quality with engraved decorative pattern on both side, gilt parts and handy nail - catcher attached. Measurement...

A Rosenthal figurine of Ariadne - daughter of King Minos of Crete from Greek Mythology. Minos put Ariadne in charge of the labyrinth where sacrifices were made as part of reparations (either to Poseidon or to Athena, depending on the version of the myth); later, she helped Theseus overcome the Minotaur and save the potential sacrificial victims. In other stories, she became the bride of the god Dionysus, with the question of her being mortal or a goddess varying in those accounts Beautiful over - glaze hand painted figurine of a nude in natural tones arranging a wreath of flowers on her head, gilded. Modelled by Albert Caasmann...

“Cherry Blossom Paradise” is an extraordinary sculptural wine and centerpiece set, handcrafted in 925 sterling silver with 24K gold vermeil, 24K gold gilding, hand-carved pink opal b...

Exquisite limited edition snow globe from the prestigious French fashion house CHANEL. In perfect condition, with its original box. Set on a midnight blue base, the snow globe displa...

Rare and special Joseff Hoffmann Gold Cigarette Case for the Wiener Werkstatte, circa 1920's. Constructed of 14k gold in typically reeded pattern with ...

This item is an antique silver cigarette case with decorative engravings, likely dating to the Art Nouveau or Liberty period. Material: Sterling silver with embossing and engraving. ...

We are thrilled to show you these magnificent French heirlooms. This rare and glamorous treasure dates back to the Art Nouveau period. It is a delightful miniature mesh coin purse with a very detailed hing closure and hundreds of hand made small links woven together. This 18 ct yellow gold jewel is hallmarked with a French eagle head and is in very good condition considering its age. It is in perfect working condition and a pleasure to wear. We like to mention that the back of the purse has deeper scratches as clearly visible in the pictures. This 18k solid gold purse...

Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902. Marks for Gorham Sterling and B1949 copyrighted with 1902 (year). Beautiful open floral nouveau whiplash des...

“Pink Sakura Paradise” is an exquisite decorative napkin holder, meticulously handcrafted in sterling silver with luxurious 24K gold vermeil, and 24K gilding. Adorned with delicate p...

European early 20th century high - end Enameled Silver box of excellent quality with translucent Guilloche Blue Enamel decor on both sides and gilt interior accented with bezel set ...

Influenced by the Art Nouveau illustrations of Alphonse Mucha, this signed antique French enameled glass jewelry box display case is decorated wi...

Nice Puuko type hunting knife hand - made by finish knife- maker Alpo Kempanen a couple of decades ago. Sheath and handle with integrated carved panels of Birch root wood. Opening of the sheath with mounted carved bone ring...

This finely modelled and extremely rare French Art Nouveau ring features two entwined irises and two flower buds surrounding a fine white orien...

A fine antique American silver card holder. By R. Blackinton & Co. In sterling silver. With repousse stylized floral decoration to the front and wavy engraved patterns to both sid...

Antique sterling silver match safe/vesta case by F.S Gilbert & Co, with monogram. Monogram appears to be GHH This beautifully repoussed piece features an Art Nouveau design of scro...

This elegant silver handbag is made out of engraved silver and delicate silver mesch. The bulge of the bag is made out of silver and impressed, cut and engraved with flower, flower ...

This lovely hairpin was created in the last decade of the 19th century in Bohemia which, at the time of the creation of this hair ornament belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Bo...

THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE WMF SILVER PLATE DACHSHUND DOG FIGURE IN A MONUMENTAL SIZE OF 14 INCHES LONG AND 7 INCHES TALL AND 3.5 INCHES DEEP, AND DATING TO CIRCA 1900. THE DACHSHUND IS A MUSEUM QUALITY PIECE AND IS EXTREMELY RARE. IT IS MADE BY THE ESTEEMED GERMAN COMPANY WMF. THE EXPRESSION ON THE FACE IS EXTRAORDINARY. THE MODELING IS MAGNIFICENT. THIS IS ONE OF THE FINEST QUALITY ANTIQUE DOG FIGURES...

This outstanding Art Nouveau buckle in the shape of a peacock feather has been designed and executed by Piel Frères, Paris around 1900. An identical buckle is published in Vivienne Becker's book 'Fabulous Fakes', page 91, Grafton Books 1988. The same buckle, executed in silver, is published in 'Pariser Schmuck', catalogue of the exhibition of the same name page 275. That catalogue describes the buckle as ' a peacockfeather with short quill, the eye of the feather is represented by a kidney shaped blue glas cabochon on green green shimmering metal foil'. Piel Frères were an important firm of jewellers based in Paris, they are mentioned in the 3 volume enzyclopedic publication 'La Bijouterie Française ' written by Henry Vever.

A beautiful and rare antique German silver cigarette case with a sunflower repoussé and scrolling foliage decoration, with the name Dorothy engraved on the front. Dating to around 1...

Antique leather jewelry box, early 20th century, Western Europe. The box has a wooden structure covered in brown leather with decorative f...

Handcrafted in 925 sterling silver and fine Bohemian crystal, this sculptural Art Nouveau centerpiece vase "Crystal Reverie" is an original decorative art creation inspired by the ce...

A gold lorgnette is an elegant and vintage accessory, designed as a pair of spectacles without arms. The lorgnette's compact design and sophisticated appeal made it a popular access...

Piel Frères Art Nouveau double prong buckle circa 1900. Of rich matte gilt bronze foliage and japanned silver plated blooming poppies with matte gilt detai...

Art Nouveau Tiffany & Co. Parasol Handle A parasol handle made of 18 karat gold, jade, rocky crystal and wood made circa 1900 Signed Tiffany & Co. Stamped 18 KT. Gold Length: 8.5"

A pristine vintage 1970s Italian collectible pocket perfume bottle by ALBO Florence, featuring a deeply embossed Art Nouveau relief of a maiden with flowing hair and floral motifs. ...

A late nineteenth century Fabergé nephrite cache pot carved from a single piece of nephrite, the two colour gold rim top and base decorated with acanthu...

This extravagant tiara in the Arts and Crafts taste was created out of silver plated copper in the last decade of the nineteenth century out of silver plated copper. The metal shows ...

Late XIX century bronze figure of a resting Cossack holding a rifle and smoking a small pipe mounted on cut natural rock crystal base to simulate ice. Model by Vasily Grachev (1831-...

Great Sterling Silver Jocker baby rattle toy, hand - engraved / dated 1932 on one side and named Lennart on the other. This is a toy has four little rattles/bells attached that make ...

Superb Jugendstil Buckle designed by Max Gradl for Theodor Fahrner Additional Information: Material: Silver, enamel, chalcedonies Origin: Germany, c. 1900 Marks: 'Depose' 'TF' & '900...

Elegant celluloid hair comb with tortoiseshell imitation, made around the 1920s by Owalter-Obrecht AG in Mulmiswal, Solothurn, Switzerland, and signed with the “Kroko” brand. It fea...

An extraordinary Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile iridescent gold art glass bowl, circa 1882. The hand blown bowl displays a luminous golden surface with shifting iridescent undertones of pink, blue, and violet that change beautifully with the light, exemplifying the rich luster and color depth for which Tiffany’s Favrile glass became renowned. This elegant example reflects the pioneering artistry of Louis Comfort Tiffany and the refined aesthetic of American Art Nouveau glassmaking. Signed “1882 P 1402 L. C. Tiffany…”. Measuring approximately 167.6 mm in top diameter, approximately 83.1 mm in base diameter, and approximately 59.7 mm in height. Gross weight of 332.60 grams. Keywords: Louis Comfort Tiffany glass bowl, Favrile iridescent glass, Tiffany art glass bowl...

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...

An enchanting vintage hand mirror pendant sculpted in solid 925 sterling silver, capturing the fluid, organic beauty of the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The circular mirror back is adorne...

A fine, rare silver & enamel tea strainer. In gilt silver. With multi-colored plique a jour enamel-filled cells throughout. Creating wonderful polychrome, stained glass effect. U...

This is an antique silver belt buckle from the Jugendstil period, Germany 1890-1914. The buckle is created in 900 silver and it has a beautiful design with rose gold 'serpent teeth'. The piece has a silver carved striped design with two rose gold colored prongs, which represent the 'serpent teeth'. The bottom of the piece reveals a buckle, making it easy to attach to a favorite ribbon or leather belt. Presumably, the belt buckle used...

A finely crafted 830 silver cigarette case with 14K gold (yellow & rose) inlay, distinguished by exceptionally intricate engine-turned decoration and delicately chased floral b...

An Art Nouveau period Antique necklace - wooden pencil with gold holder France, circa 1900s total weight - 11 grams necklace measurements - 0.39 x 3.62 ...

A fine antique sterling silver bud vase. In the form of a single tall tulip emerging from a monogrammed circular base. Retailed by B...

Hand Made 18K Gold 1880s Engine Turned Engraved Case Snuff Box 97.5 Gram 97.5 gram 3 inch by 2inch by 3/8 inch thick In good condition for its age, no...

The "Garden of Songbirds" Decorative Bowl is an exquisite expression of botanical artistry, combining the beauty of natural hand-carved green jade with sculptural songbirds, delicate...

Old Fruit or Pocket Knife. Original Sheath, chain, hanger parts, and handle - all in solid high - grade Silver. The blade is made of rust/ stain Iron (that reacts with water). Silver...

Art Nouveau ornate gold plated hat pin with a lovely rectangular top featuring floral and swirl decoration. The top measures length 5.35 cm / 2.1 inches by width 3.35 cm / 1.3 inches, and the pin is length 24.8 / 9.76 inches. The pin finishes with a push on gold plated end cap. This is a beautiful detailed Art Nouveau hat pin.

A blackened steel and 18 karat (18K) yellow gold Damascene belt buckle designed as a rectangle with inlaid gold designs of angels and geometric lines in...

Elegant touch points that enhance your daily routine can make all the difference in setting the tone for the day. Treat yourself and adorn your vanity with this beautiful estate trio...

An extraordinary celebration of precious materials and botanical artistry, the "Royal Bouquet" Imperial Tray and Six Goblets presents a magnificent seven-piece ensemble from the monu...

A Fabergé hardstone, gold and enamel desk seal, the spherical handle carved from aventurine quartz, measuring approximately 19.5 mm in diameter, above a cyli...

A fine Austrian letter seal (or so-called Petschaft). In silver with traces of gilding and inlaid panels of mother of pearl. The body with an embossed woman in profile with long fl...

An exquisite antique cigarette case crafted from sterling silver. The exterior features a high polish sterling silver whereas the interior is li...

An exquisite expression of botanical artistry in precious materials, this pair of Royal Bouquet Imperial Candlesticks belongs to the monumental "Royal Bouquet" garniture, a collectio...

Rare 1900's Cartier belt buckle with flower motifs set with old mine cut diamonds. Signed 'Cartier Paris', numbered, with maker's mark and eagle st...

Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow g...

Ramp up your allure with a turn-of-the-century parasol handle. Silver and amber cylinder mounted to cone with enameled stylized vertical leafing branches on green guilloche basket-we...

Magnificent antique jewelry box made of walnut wood. The box has custom made newly restored jewelry compartments for rings / earrings and other jewels in black velvet alike black mat...

This Art Nouveau desktop seal is engraved with the ligated initials A and B. Around the handle is a typical Art Nouveau entwined flower and leaf motive. The...

An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard Aimé Arnould, circa 1910 brooch measurement...

A wonderful, antique sterling silver Art Nouveau flask by Whiting. With a hand-hammered finish, scalloped sides, swirl decoration to the tops and bo...

This unusual silver French desk top seal with a chunky violet fluorite handle has been handcrafted in 1895 ca. The fluorite fluorspar is set in a silver mount and decorated with iris...

The "White Bluebell Garden" Tea Service is an exceptional seven-piece ensemble of natural green nephrite jade, hand-carved white jade flowers, sterling silver, solid 14K yellow gold,...