Bay Area - Decorative Objects

Late 18th-early 19th century English Chinoiserie octagonal jardiniere with lead liner

Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa. In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...

A set of three polished brass "Tulip" candlesticks designed by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, established 1607. Each candlestick bears the Skultuna hallmark with closed royal crown an...

A pair of large cobalt "Gulvase" apothocary vases by Otto Brauer for Holmegaard glass.

Free-form copper sculpture mounted to a live edge wood base.

Yua Shell Currency, Bride’s Price Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea Hand carved from a clam shell Measures: 7.5 x 8.5 in / 19 x 22 cm Height on c...

A very fine quality English mahogany letter box made and signed by F. Waller and so labeled. This finely crafted letter box has 2 drawers one on each side fitted with campaign style ...

Green Glazed Vase by Arequipa Pottery Stoneware vase by Arequipa Pottery, made in California in 1912. The low, rounded form features an undulating ri...

Origin: Denmark Designer: Henning Koch Manufacturer: Silkeborg Møbelfabrik Era: 1950s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 26" wide x 17" deep x 25.5 tall

On offer is an art glass ewer, a vessel with a handle and a flared neck. It features design elements reminiscent of ancient Rome mixed with mid-to-late 20th-century art glass techniq...

Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Bronze Elephant Automaton Music Bracket Clock A truly magnificent Chinese Guangzhou studio automaton clock , large triple deck body supported on the back of four elephants , extremely ornate bronze case, floral relief, paste-set around the automaton windows and dial, ormolu bronze case, automaton glass waterfall and swimming ducks on the front and both sides, music plays hourly, palm trees on each corners spins as part of the automaton as well. Case: heavy bronze with ormolu gold gilt with large elephants Dial: porcelain dial with Roman numerals Clock Mechanism: 8 day mechanical movement with quarter striking, with studio mark Automaton: plays hourly, 3 large windows on the low deck showing spinning twisted glass tube to imitate waterfall, horizontal glass tubes made to look like river with animating ducks, very impression automaton, palm trees on the corners of upper decks rapidly spin as part of the automaton, 2 ribbons spinning on the center of top double gourd. Music box playing to accompany the automaton, making it a treat for both eyes and ears. Condition: clock is currently cleaned and in proper working order, automaton and music are playing properly as well, however, a professional adjustment is highly recommended after delivery. Literature: From the time the first clocks were brought to China from Europe around 1582, the Chinese Emperors were fascinated with European mechanical clockworks. As objects of curiosity and items of luxury, these early clocks incorporated mechanisms including music and animated figures. European clocks were called "zimingzhong' or "self-sounding bells...

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia This is a rare coconut shell holy water dipper from the Bali Aga people of the Kintamani region of Bali, Indonesi...

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...

Naturally formed mineral, clear apophyllite sculpture India Measures: 11 x 8 x 4 in. / 28 x 20 x 10 cm Height on custom display stand: 14 in. / 36 cm Custom mounted on a ...

ABOUT Vintage electric painted wood wall clock with glass front. Shown with life size hand model for scale. CREATOR Sessions Clock Company. ...

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...

19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Reliquary Box With Repousse Figures 8.5" x 4.75 x 3.5"H

Dramatic Hollywood Regency style large cheetah sculpture featuring a dark patinated bronze finish. The life size bronze lost wax method cast has a ri...

A hand-painted ceramic tulipiere by Bjørn Wiinblad featuring a stylized female figure supporting a tiered vase with yellow and turquoise decoration. Numbered 6-12 70 to base. Proven...

A Mid-Century Modern waste basket attributed to Paul Frankl. Made of combed fir with a conical four sided rectangular design. This item was acquire...

This beautiful box has a cedar interior which is separated into two compartments for jewelry. It also has sterling escutcheon for a key.

Ernest Sohn Siamese teak magazine holder, circa 1960s Measures: 16" wide x 5" deep x 14.5" high A great vintage Mid-Century Modern magazine ...

On offer is a classic Grand Tour-style Italian carved alabaster miniature “tazza,” a compote bowl, traditionally crafted in workshops around Florence or Volterra, Italy. During the 1...

Fantastic vintage Japanese studio slab vase with numerical motif on face, reminiscent of work by Osamu Suzuki and Satoshi Sato. Glazed on inside so it will hold water. Acquired on my...

A rare commodity indeed. A handsome double picture frame in the Vienna Secessionist style. It captures both the essence of art deco and art nouveau. Silver plated over bronze and an...

On offer is a classic piece of Chinese folk art depicting a traditional, auspicious motif, namely a young boy wrestling a giant carp, or Koi fish. In Chinese culture, the word for fi...

Pair of iron flat spatulate currency pieces, made by the Chamba or Mambila peoples of Cameroon or Nigeria. Mid 20th century or older. 10 1/2 inches high for larger currency. Pair ...

Rustic early 19th century English regency oval hat box with a carry handle. The box is crafted from leather and features European and Asian port of call stickers. Beautifully worn pa...

Serpentini vase designed by Gunnel Nyman in 1954. The vase was produced by Nuutajarvi Notsjo. This tall vase has a white ribbon that comes down from the lip and becomes an elongated ...

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 12.75 x 11 x 2.25 in. / 32 x 28 x 6 cm Weight: 12 lbs 14 oz/ 5.85 kg In this example, the complex...

Vintage serving platter tray designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1960's. This solid piece is made out of Taverneau wood and features ...

Mid century modern decorative staved salad serving bowl designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk, Denmark. This unique piece displays quality solid teak craftsmanship and makes f...

an elegant and antique pair of hand-blown Murano trumpet or amphora vases having a defined rolled lip above a tapering body with vertical optic stripe a...

20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace by unknown jeweler Kina shells were traditionally worn in the western highlands of Papua New Guinea as pectorals, either with a fibe...

Absolutely stunning tapered turned studio clay vessel with a beautifully sculpted lid. Amazing glaze work with cascading puffy drips. Really a handsome piece. Signed by maker.

Tribal Bronze Cache-sexe, Vere People, Cameroon/Nigeria Bronze alloy 4.5 (11.4 cm) to 2.25 (6.7 cm) inches high Late 19th century A set of bronze spikes forms this cache-sexe from t...

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...

On offer is a green-painted, cast metal Art Deco style candlestick. Reflecting this refined style’s interest in representing harmony with nature, the sculptural design includes a sta...

Pende or Kwese black wood small mask heavy eyelids, open mouth with carved teeth, curved scarification marks on cheeks. Heavy black patina on front and inside from years of traditio...

Fine pair of early 20th century Chinese enamel cloisonné vases. The baluster form bodies are decorated with intricate foliate and vine patterns almost in an arabesque style design wi...

C. 19th century Victorian bronze five arm candelabra/candleholder w/gryphon design base.

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...

Yua Shell Currency, Bride’s Price Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea Hand carved from a clam shell Measures: 7 x 7.5 in / 18 x 19 cm Height on cus...

For Holmgaard Glass, a teardrop shaped (sometimes referred to as “Soap Bubble”) vase by Per Lutken. Inscribed on the bottom with date of manufacture and artist’s signature.

C. 19th century Bronze French style 3 branch candelabra w/ roman figure, fluted shaft w/ tripod base & paw feet.

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old 8.75 x 7 x 2 in. / 22 x 18 x 5 cm Weight: 4 lbs 14 oz/ 2.065 kg Ammonites were cephalopods that resembled a s...

How can this not make you smile? This well-carved antique Black Forest box of an expressive shaggy dog with glass eyes, forward gaze, open m...

ABOUT An Orrefors white cased vase. Signed. CREATOR Signed Orrefors, Sweden. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1989-2000. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Cased White Glass. CONDI...

A wonderful set of large lidded urn shaped apothecary style spice jars, made from a low fired type of unglazed terracotta or earthenware. These jars ha...

Hand-poured in Pinole Valley, CA in collaboration with Tonic Naturals Luscious soap and unique shapes, form and function work together to add a different kind of beauty to the dai...

Baule antelope-human wood old weaving heddle loom pulley. From Ivory Coast, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its ag...

Carved Cinnabar Lacquer Vase Chinese cinnabar lacquer vase finely carved with a garden scene featuring a seated robed figure, trees, rocks, and layered foliage. The detailed landsca...

this large ribbed and cylindrical Japanese shell-game box with domed lid decorated overall with Maki-e (gold lacquered) foliate wreaths and stylized flower heads and incised brass mounts; raised on four splayed supports. Hokai boxes...

C. 20th century beautiful Victorian ( Mary Gregory ) blue glass pitcher w/ 5 adorable tumblers, hand painted / hand blown enamel. Whether it be " ...

Mid-19th century Gutta Percha Box with photo's and contemporary notes on Genealogy Fantastic mid-19th century gutta percha box with standing figures and a horse. Gutta Percha b...

Daily Detox Lemongrass / Ginger Grass / Juniper Berry / Cedar A tactile object by nature, the Erode Soap Summit Series becomes one of desire and play, adding a different kind of ...

Angelo Mangiarotti marble vase or vessel in solid one piece turned marble. In very good original condition and can be used as a vase for flow...

African Adja protective spirit figures Aklama twins. Togo, Africa. Wood, pigment. 20th Century Left: 8 x 1.75 x 0.5 / 20 x 4.5 x 1 cm. Right: 7.75 x 1.75 x 0.5 in. / 19.5 x 4....

Beautiful pair of 19th century bronze putti's. They each measure 8 inches high by 3 inches wide. Incredible detail in these two beauties.

Large fierce Dan Guere or We mask from the Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing collection. Strong mask with open tubular eyes, projecting carved wood tusks, open mouth with teeth, and att...