Chicago - Decorative Objects

This petite hardwood tray from the late Qing dynasty reflects the literati's taste for fine materials and balanced proportions. The little tray is shaped as a six-petal flower blosso...

Important Ceramic Vase by Old Hall Earthenware Company attributed to Christopher Dresser (Reference: Christopher Dresser book by Stuart Durant). Ceramic Vase Listed here is in As-is...

A French ‘Robinson’ vanity set by Lalique, dating to the 1970s. This three-piece crystal ensemble includes a perfume atomizer, a stoppered bottle, and a lidded box. Each piece is enc...

An ode to a childhood favorite - this chunky, hand built sculpture depicts a bust of Cap't Crunch cluttered amidst ionic columns and bridge girders. Its earthenware coloring is comp...

This large animal sculpture is actually a traditional African slit drum, a percussive instrument commonly carved from a single block of wood. Comprised of a hollow resonance chamber ...

Unusual and refined Art Deco revival carved wood gazelle with brass antlers.

A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...

Max Neufeldt Metal Assemblage Sculpture 1990c Dimensions: 19"high x 37" wide 7.25" deep Condition: Very good original vintage condition This striking metal collage is an original wo...

This seated ceramic figure is attributed to the ancient Nayarit region of Mexico and was likely used as a ritual or burial offering. The ceramic works of this style, known as Chinesc...

Luberon Stone Sculptures Anonymous Artist, c. 20th century – Present Carved in the quiet hours after work by a retired physiotherapist in his Luberon atelier, each sculpture is a m...

Larry Mohr (American / New York 1921-2013), "Gita" patinated bronze sculpture of a nude female, signed, titled, and having a monogram for foundry. Larry Mohr (American / New York (1...

ROSSI VASE MEDIUM From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...

This 19th-century French chef's pounder tool, carved from walnut, has a charming, worn look only centuries of use can give. One end is a round, mallet-lik...

Expertly sculpted of Chinese Peking glass, these elegant vases from the early 20th century are aglow with brilliant yellow color, the shade of a ripe buddha's hand citron. In a proce...

This elaborate chain of repoussé charms and tools is a traditional Chinese grooming kit, intricately worked of silver alloy with fantastic detail. Much like a Victorian chatelaine, a...

This Chinese Neolithic-inspired stone axe head, meticulously carved from an orange/brown stone, is a testament to ancient craftsmanship and cultural significance. Axe heads of this s...

This gorgeous Japanese red lacquer traveling shrine (zushi) protects a miniature statue of Bishamonten, the Buddhist God of Warfare here depicted as an armor-clad warrior. A fearsome protector, he is thought to defend sacred places, punish evil-doers, expel demons and bestow wealth. In this example, Bishamonten stands atop a crouching demon, dressed in finely painted armor...

Max Ingrand designed for Fontana Arte Faceted Italian glass dish Vide Poche. Fontana Arte faceted Italian glass dish in very thick iconic Fontana Arte green glass...

This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single t...

An oversized bronze pear sits upon a circular concrete base in Mary Block's unique work entitled Summer Pear. This one of a kind bronze sculpture is perfe...

Unusual for the petite size, this pair of vases is a beautiful example of famille rose enamelware, also known as fencai ware, meaning "powdery color." Manufactured in the Qing court’s imperial workshops, this technique of overglazing porcelain with enamel gets its name from the white, opaque enamels used to create color gradients and a soft, pastel effect. Each vase depicts a meeting of Shoulao, the God of Longevity...

Legendary astronomer's postulation sets the renaissance in motion. Here, small moons, fixed in their heliocentric orbit, reveal fantastic journeys of the future. "Jupiter" is a re...

This late 19th century spectacle case has an elegant design of lacquered papier-mâché with mother-of-pearl inlay. The inlaid decoration depicts a spray of various flowers and is bord...

At once ancient and contemporary, this beautiful urn speaks to the timelessness of Chinese ceramic design. Made in northern China in the early 20th century, the urn pays respect to m...

This sculptural object is the lid to a Yuan-dynasty (1271-1368) offering jar from Yunnan province, a Buddhist vessel for ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grains. A...

This charming set of brushes and jars was once used by a well-to-do lady to store her cosmetics and maintain an elegant updo hairstyle. Also known as a toilet service...

This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shandong, China to transport their harvest of grains and other crops over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second cont...

Linea candlestick large The Linea candlesticks derive their name from the creative act of making a line, the first expression of a design, and from its linearity as it transitions...

A modernist sculpture by French artist Bertrand Créac’h, hand-carved in Carrara marble, c. 1990s. Tapered and monumental, its angular planes dissolve into softened curves, revealing ...

The eroded surface of this petite, Ming-dynasty medicine jar tells a story of trade, tradition and lost treasure. A matte texture and traces of marine life suggest the jar spent many...

Rare Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Resin Hinged Box From the collection of Dorsey Reading Material: Bronze resin, brass hinge, plastic-laminated interior Dimensions: 6.50" H × 11.50" W ...

Sculpted to a traditional Chinese phoenix tail vase form, these elegant early 20th-century vases are adorned with charming scenes of birds & flowers. Brushed with famille rose enamel...

A rare hand-blown Murano glass perfume atomizer attributed to the esteemed Barovier & Toso atelier in the 1960s. Its fluid, organic form captures the elegance of hand-blown glass...

This impressive covered basket is attributed to the Ifugao or Bontoc people of the Philippines, beautifully hand-woven of split bamboo with a dark, smoky finish. The vintage basket i...

Paul Soldner Raku-Fired Crazed Pedestal Piece, Exhibited and published in Paul Soldner "A Retrospective" 1991 Page 97, Pedestal Piece (84-49) 1984, c...

Cloaked in allover verdigris oxidization, this petite Chinese bronze mirror has the simple beauty and undeniable texture of an ancient object. Though an exact date is unknown, the m...

Pair of Raymor Hand Vases, Two left hands. Stamped on underside Raymor Mancer \ dimensions; 8' high 4' diameter

This 19th-century porcelain plate is hand-painted with dark cobalt underglaze in the blue-and-white manner, loosely brushed with deep pigmentation against an off-white field. Shaped ...

Originally used as a small fish pond, this low ceramic pot from the late 19th century is cloaked in a rich, chocolate-brown glaze with an intriguing, mottled texture. A darker shade ...

This large stone basin was carved by hand nearly two centuries ago, sculpted from solid limestone with irregular texture and an asymmetrical diamond shape. A pattern of chiseled groo...

This graceful bamboo basket is an exceptional, early 20th century flower basket (hanakago) designed especially for ikebana, the Japanese art of floral arrangement. Masterfully woven ...

Large Brass and Polished Aluminum Figurative Sculpture attributed to Jean Arp, 1970's Polished aluminum base with clear lacquer. Brass has some patina.

Ceramic male figure, fired stoneware with monochromatic pattern. Incised signature underside.

A French Art Deco pewter vase by René Delavan from the 1920s, defined by its hammered surface. The gently swelling body rises from a compact foot to a subtly flared rim, while twin l...

Three Stacking Murano Bowls by Eleanora Peduzzi for Vistosi; an acclaimed Italian artist and designer known for her iconic creations, including this very one for Vistosi (1960) and t...

The now iconic bronze coupe vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the black patina. Designed in 2012. Each bronze is signed. Can be used as vase or sculp...

Expertly cast and lacquered bronze finished sculpture of an atlas type figure supporting a bevelled 1" thick glass top. The base is a stepped and black lacquered rectangular plinth.

Three vases in one, composed of a series of black minimal hand-painted stainless steel tubes in various dimensions and cut on the bias, the contemporary Bana Triple vase can uniquely accommodate a single stem to full flower...

Sweeping blue brushstrokes bring this petite, early 20th-century apothecary jar to life, marking its speckled glaze with a wistful riverside landscape. Once used in an apothecary to ...

A well-chosen stone is a focal point of both a traditional Chinese garden and a scholar's studio, evoking the complexities of nature and inspiring creative thought. Polished to bring...

Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...

This sculptural stone container is a 19th-century Chinese mortar, once used to grind herbs and spices in a kitchen or apothecary. Hand-carved from a single block of limestone, the mo...

Clyde Burt ceramic charger in glazed stoneware. Signature to underside: [CB]. American, circa 1965.

A charming and playful vintage American saucer sled painted with an American flag motif, and retaining its original handles and tow rope. We've had...

This wooden coconut grater (khood maprow) from the early 20th century is carved in the form of a crouching boy, a variation on the typical "crouching rabbit" design. Large enough to ...

Art Deco Bronze Verdigris centerpiece bowl by Carl Sorensen.

Beautiful in its imperfection, this lidded jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and g...

This vintage water bucket conjures up images of water-bearing figures illustrated in painted scrolls. Beautifully aged with a warm patina, this Qi...

Drawing on the enduring phoenix tail form that dates to China’s Bronze Age, this porcelain vase from the 1920s exhibits the sinuous lines and gilded refinement that helped to define ...

This woven basket from Guizhou province celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. Expertly woven of thin bamboo strips, the little basket was originally used for pr...