Bay Area - Decorative Objects

On offer is a classic Chinese soapstone brush washer, traditionally used on a scholar’s desk to rinse calligraphy brushes. The carving depicts a lively natural scene rich in traditio...

Large ceramic vessel with cerulean blue crackle glaze overlay with vertical optical stripes designed and manufactured  by Jaru of Southern California circa 1950s; tall and sculptural...

ABOUT A pair of original bronze clad dog bookends with original felt on the bottom. Designed and stamped Paul Herzel. Both bookends are in good condition and have retained their fin...

This lovely bronze is the epitome of art nouveau movement. The stylized nature themes, flowers, movement, and a young girl who has butterfly wings and is holding a bird in her hand....

Tapio Wirkkala design Pollo vase for Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany. Rare larger size vase or vessel seldom seen compared with the much smaller common model. A wonderful object or v...

Striking and sculptural, this vintage Art Deco bronze tiger exemplifies the streamlined elegance and quiet power characteristic of early 20th-century animalier design. The feline is ...

A beautiful art glass bud vase by Zellique of Benicia California. A vibrant cobalt blue center is encased in textured clear glass. Signed on the base.

Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top. Finely carved mask with carved open eyes, and pointed nose and slightly smiling mouth. It is in good co...

ABOUT Sapphire blue glass bowl in the style of renowned Danish glassblower Per Lütken for the Holmegaard glass factory. During the 1950s, the factory focused heavily on "living" gla...

Conical bowl with hare's fur glaze in brown and red tones. Model SHX. Signed CHS with Rörstrand studio marking on base.

19th century Bronze Sculpture of Cupid After Pierre Chenet Base diameter 6" 9"W x 23"H

each exceptionally large hand-blown vessel with short neck flanked by clear double handles over a large spheroid body; designed by world renowned Hall of Fame interior designer Sally...

German Junghans Style Brass Barmaid Lady Swinging Clock Solid Brass cast lady barmaid statue with a wood base. Hand painted 2" porcelain dial ring. Clock portion swings back and for...

This striking French vintage ceramic vase showcases masterful cubist craftsmanship, featuring an elegantly carved feminine face reminiscent of Renaissance portraiture. The sculptural...

Cloisonne vases, a pair - early to mid 20th century Gorgeous motif of cherry blossoms in blue and birds agains a lovely cream background Measures: 3" diameter at the base x 6" ...

Pre-Columbian Earthenware Incensario, El Chanal, Colima, Western Mexico A large incense burner/brazier depicting the rain god Tlaloc from the El Chanal area in Colima. This would be...

Shopkeeper’s Money Box with Blessings Southern China Late 19th/early 20th century Wood, bamboo H: 7 in x W: 14.75 in x D: 11.75 in Two dragons sit surrounding a pearl of wisdom on t...

Four-arm patinated brass candelabra with faceted candle cups on a tapered central column. Numbered 140/200 and engraved 1979 to the base. Likely produced by Gusums Bruk, Sweden, attr...

ABOUT A large antique distressed cast iron garden urn. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1890-1940. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Cast Iron. CONDITION Good. Wear c...

A large vintage art glass pear by Zorza Glass of Poland. Beautiful opaque white and blue coloring to the glass with a clear stem.

Mid-Century Modern studio art high wheeler bicycle sculpture circa 1970's. This piece is crafted of mixed metals mounted on a free form burl wood base. The perfect accent tabletop or desktop piece to complement mid century and industrial modern decor.

Vintage Abstract Driftwood Suspended Tabletop Sculpture circa 1970's. This organic freeform piece can be displayed from any angle and adds dimension to any Danish modern or beach coa...

Finely carved portrait kpwan mask with tall, braided hair design, dark to black patina, from the Baule People, Ivory Coast, Africa, ex Fearing. Well carved features, curved slit eyes...

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 9.25 × 8 × 2 in. / 23.5 × 20.5 × 5 cm Weight: 5.55 lbs / 2.424 kg In this example, the complex pa...

Amazing pair of imposing West African Baga Nimba fertility shoulder mask sculptures or statues carved from teak. The headdresses depict busts of women on fo...

Small sweet early Kuba Cup with refinedf face, finely carved hair, with a handle, from the DRC, Africa Finely incised hair in tight geometric form, small proj...

For Sale: Stunning 1970's Vintage Folk Art Pottery Vases Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with this gorgeous pair of 1970's folk art pottery vases. Both vases showcase a di...

On offer is an amphora, an ancient Greek form. Such two-handled pots had a narrow neck accessing a larger bag-shape body. So, if you wanted to ship grains from your vast estates in S...

Large heavy Ashanti Akan cast brass elements necklace with two large circular pendants, from Ghana or Ivory Coast, Africa. Finely worked lost wax cast pieces in cascading form from...

Asian influenced art moderne cigarette or trinket box. This box black lacquered wood with a brass handle. The box was made by Martin of California...

beautifully carved, the serene marble sculpture depicting a young girl's bust with three quarter face in a downward gaze; in a classical style with the girl's hair intricately braide...

A matched pair of Ogboni figures with finely modeled heads and abstracted bodies, with iron post at bottom of each. Each face with "x" scarification mark between eyes and elaborate ...

Storage Box with Lid Tibet 17th/18th century Wood, embossed leather, brass H: 9.25 in x D: 12.5 in :: 24 cm x 31.75 cm An exceptional round wood and leather-bound box. The top havin...

ABOUT Mid-century surveyors transit level scope. Gray crinkle finish paint over brass. Original carrying case with dovetail joints. Brass company name plate on front. Decorative onl...

A pair of mid century vessels to use as a candle holders or vases. Made by Sascha Brastoff out of green textured resin. Signed on the bases.

Incredible large-scale wood-fired vase with incised geometric glazed lines adding a design element which transforms this vase into an elegant architectural art piece. Ito Shin (b. ...

Luscious soap and unique shapes, form and function work together to add a different kind of beauty to the daily ritual of bathing. Created with an abundance of unique botanicals, antioxidants, mineral rich clays, and skin-nurturing essential oils to cleanse, hydrate & nourish all skin types. Perfect for daily use. Each Erode Summit is poured and cast by hand. As each batch is unique for each pour, no two are the same. Certified organic Measures : ~ 1.35" round x 3.75" tall. ~ 87g e3.1oz Jasmine Ylang Ylang...

Pederen & Hansen design teak desk top organizer. High quality materials and execution perfect for keeping an organized desk or work space. In very good original condition.

Accompanying pair of miniature hand blown art glass vases by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. Sweden Circa. 1980's. Retaining (1) paper label and each piece etched signed on base. 4.5...

This Giacometti-style wire sculpture introduces an elegant, architectural line to any space. Standing 13 inches high on a simple wood base, its slender, elongated form recalls mid-20...

A vintage 80s ceramic vase. High gloss cream glaze in a simple modern sphere shape.

A large vintage studio pottery bowl. Gray exterior glaze with a contrasting brown interior. Decorated around the sides with quirky blue hand painted nude people...

24K Brass Double Scissor Pendulum Porcelain Dial Skeleton Clock Here is an excellent double pendulum Scissor skeleton clock. It has an unique scissor theme design. This clock has 2 ...

This Large and beautiful picture frame is the the work of Tiffany Studios. This is the grapevine pattern with a gilt finish- The top border of the frame monogrammed (A.S.B.). Rich Ti...

Blue and White Globular Vase with Butterflies and Floral Motifs Qianlong style porcelain globular vase with a narrow neck, slightly flared mouth, and a short, footed base. The body ...

This very handsome gilt bronze and glass inkwell will make any desk look important. Signed, Tiffany Studios guarantees quality. The design is of the metalwork is striking and the g...

ABOUT A tapered crystal vase with 10 point fleur design, acid etched script signature. It retains the original manufacturer's silver metallic label and is signed. CREATOR Sign...

these unique carvings are from a Churulan Vallam, a traditional narrow boat used in the famous snake boat races of Kerala, South India and powered by approximately 45 people; the pro...

Mid century modern studio craft clock made of solid walnut and oak circa 1960's. This piece displays unique craftsmanship and keeps time with one AA battery. The perfect accessory to...

Handmade in Mexico Carved from a single piece of onyx One of a kind Dimensions: 20 x 15.5 x 4 in. / 51 x 39.5 x 10 cm A gently fluted, low, organic vessel from naturally colore...

Large sculptural Burl wood specimen, an example of one of natures many abstract forms. Having wonderful texture and earth tones that are found in nature. An interesting accent piece ...

This French-style calendar mantle clock offers a sophisticated, decorative aesthetic that captures the grandeur of historical European timepieces. Crafted with a substantial, heavy g...

Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo An unusually large and striking non-figurative vessel from the Mangbetu people, comprised of six lobes joined to a c...

Mid Century Modern museum wall clock designed by Nathan George Horwitt for Howard Miller Clock Company, Zeeland Michigan. Encased with an eggshel...

Danish modern teak bowl designed by Finn Juhl for Kay Bojesen, Denmark. Turned from a single piece of teak wood into an organic modern shape. Polished and clean, with original patina...

A large English George III Style Musical Automaton bracket clock. The gorgeous gilt bronze case is decorated with beautiful brass casting applications. There is a large pagoda on the top to make the appearance of this clock even more impressive. The Roman numeral dial is made of porcelain without any cracks or hairlines. Translucent enamel corners surround the center dial. The time and the automaton feature can be seen through a large beveled glass panel. This clock has an 8 day mechanism with hourly striking, driven by triple...

Large 8 Inch Ammonite Specimen Cut Polished and Mounted Fossil - Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old An excellent quality split ammonite fossil. We hand pick...

Anglo Indian hardwood campaign or dowry chest. This has brass straps, handles and large hinges on the interior. The lock has the original key. The chest is in good condition. It show...

Animated Gilt Brass Owl Grasshopper Escapement 8 Day Fusee Skeleton Mantle Clock Here we are offering a fantastic animated owl skeleton clock with famous grasshopper escapement. It ...

This magnificent French industrial-style automaton clock stands as a testament to the golden age of horological invention, where mechanical ingenuity met artistic design. Evoking the...