Continental Europe - Decorative Objects

Innovating with its small and simple models Nomon brings the Pisa T Clock to be placed on desktops or corner desks. The slim needle shape of this foot clock...

An African safari in the comfort of one’s home comes that much closer with this ceramic zebra statuette. The animal – at rest with its front legs crossed...

Photo frame in decorated crystal and brass Italian Design 1970s.

This vide poche or ashtray in in Glass. It has been done circa 1970, in Murano, Italy.. The shape is a free form. Transparent yellow and Pink Color.

Rare handmade glass weavers oil lamp from the south of France. France, 19th century. Good condition. Copper wick holder of recent date.

The beautiful Cerart Monaco vase, made of French ceramics in the 1950s, is much more than just a decorative object. Measuring 26 cm high, it emanates from Monegasque ceramic workshop...

Gardener couple consisting of two large single figures. The female gardener wears rural rococo clothing: a dress with elaborate decorations and pinned-up apron, corset and borders, a...

Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient torso, Greek torso Sculpted male torso on white Carrara marble, classic st...

Swedish Grace Pewter Bowl on Foot with Polar Bears made by Lundin & Lindberg in 1930s. * Pewter Bowl on Foot with Polar Bears * Designer: Lundin & Lindberg * Country: Sweden * Year...

This Atlanta brass Zodiak Table Clock from the 1960s is an exquisite piece of mid-century design that combines art and functionality. This clock features a solid brass body with a st...

Sculpture In Polychrome Wood Representing Saint Anthony Hermit Origin : East of France Period : End of the 15th century Measures: Height : 97 cm Width : 32 cm Depth : 26 cm Polychrome wood The saint is represented by an old, bearded man, dressed in a hooded monk’s habit over the tunic of his religious order. He is stood upright, holding an open book, La Règle des Antonnites, in his right hand. In the other hand, he is holding a staff in the form of the Greek letter tau with a rosary hanging down over it. At his feet lies a pig wearing a small bell around its neck. He rests on his right leg, whilst the left advances forward as if he were about to start walking. His belted tunic, forming several rectilinear pleats, is covered by a habit which is open only at the waist, therefore revealing these pleats. He is also wearing a hooded scapular over his shoulders. His thick hair escapes from under a distinctive hat, forming a collection of finely sculpted ringlets. This fine detail is also applied to the four long ringlets of his superb beard, which sit just below the shorter ones of his moustache. His face is a picture of harmony, with lowered eyes and his small mouth lost amongst the abundance of hair. At his feet on a pedestal of flames, hinting to the fire of Saint Anthony no doubt, a pig trying to scratch its ear. Born in 251 in Upper Egypt, he withdrew into solitude at a very young age. He would have been plagued in the desert with extremely diabolical temptations. He payed a visit to Saint Paul the hermit towards the end of his life. He was the dean of the Thébaïde anchorites, who was miraculously fed by a crow. On the day that Saint Anthony visited, the crow brought two portions of bread in its beak instead of one. Some time after, having learnt of the death of his venerable brother, Saint Anthony went to bury him with the help of two lions. The King of Catalonia pleaded to come and exorcise his posessed wife and children. He left Thébaïde for Barcelona. He appeared at the house of the provost André, bringing him a sow in his mouth, a monstrous piglet born without eyes. André wanted to kill it but Anthony stopped him, telling him that the poor beast wanted to ask for healing, as the King had done for his offspring. He made a sign of the cross on the piglet and it suddenly acquired its sight and the members which it did not have at birth. After which, André, guided by Saint Anthony, exorcised the Queen of Catalonia in the same way whilst she knelt at his feet. Théophile discovered the body of Saint Anthony wrapped in a palm fibre tunic which he had been given by Saint Paul the Hermit. In the Red Sea Desert there are two Coptic, IV century, monasteries which stand next to each other, one dedicated to Saint Anthony, the other to Saint Paul the Hermit. They are the oldest monasteries in the Christian world. The body of the famous hermit was transported to Constantinople and would have been transferred into the abbaye, Saint Antoine-en-Viennois, Dauphine. The Antonnite Order was a charitable order which specialised in treating contagious diseases. The fire of Saint Anthony, was identified by doctors as a grangrenous ergotism, caused by a diet of rye bread contaminated with the parasite ergot. The effect of this is the drying out of hands and feet which then need amputation, the plague and then later syphilis. All the skin diseases came from Saint Anthony. Saint Anthony’s pilgrimage to Dauphine rivaled that of Saint Jacques to Compostela. Thanks to the various commanderies created by the mother house, Saint Anthony’s cult spread throughout Christianity. In order to maintain commanderies and their hospitals, the Antonnites resorted to pig farming. They enjoyed having the benefit of letting their pigs roam freely through the streets of the villages, with little bells round their necks that had a recognisable chime so that they were able to find them. This privilege was very envied by other monastic Orders. Saint Anthony was the patron saint of several crafts such as basket makers and gravediggers. However it is to the pig that he owes the majority of his patronages; pigkeepers, pig sellers, butchers, porc butchers, brush makers who use pig bristle and bell-ringers because of the pig bells...

Mantelpiece clock, often used by Adolf Loos in houses he designed. Casted brass-frame on four Rhomboid legs, strengthened edges leading to octagonal side frames, facettet glasses, cl...

Stackable modular candleholder by BMF Quist Nagel, rare gold edition. The candleholders were designed by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel and manufactured by BMF (Bayerische Metallwaren...

7 Stunning Italian Marble Sculptures Representing "The Baths of Apollo" H: 220cm early 20th Century France. Versailles. Palace. Gardens. Grove of the Baths of Apollo. Hubert Robert....

Sculpture of a black horse's head. This sculpture, taken from an original bronze statue created by Monti in the early 19th century, reveals all the animal's finesse and power. This ...

Beautiful 1950’s FROST triple blade oscillating desk fan / ventilator. With three variable speeds and adjustable angle. Desk or wall mountable. Lovely Nile Blue colour. In prime cond...

Oversized Mid-Century Modernist glazed ceramic gurgling fish water jug / pitcher. Manufactured by Vallauris, France, 1950s Eye-catching hand painted brown, orange and blue-green large Majolica ceramic vase, fish glug jug...

Art Deco sculpture, French figurative sculpture, 1920s decorative art – this original piece by Max Le Verrier captures the masculine ideal in motion. Titled Spartiate, the dynamic ar...

A symbol of strength and energy, the majestic head of the horse is represented in a fragmented cut that brings modernity to the entire sculpture. Since ancient times, it was believed...

A rare and highly decorative botanical teaching model depicting a Lilium (lily), produced by the renowned German model maker Robert Brendel around 1900. Created for educational use i...

This stunning crystal vase, attributed to the prestigious Saint-Louis glassworks, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship for which the brand is renowned. Combining elegant curves wi...

Mouth-blown glass vase, purple color, refined design. The captivating purple color of this vase brings elegance and charm to any decor, making it an ideal centerpiece for your home....

Tall Scandinavian ceramic vase in dark "Cobalt" blue by Palshus, Denmark. Model C15. Signed PLS for Annelise and Per-Linnemann-Schmidt (Palshus, Denmark). The couple created chamo...

A striking oblong vase meticulously hand-carved from natural onyx, showcasing the stone’s rich veining and luminous depth. This sculptural piece balances organic form with refined cr...

Portapasticche ottagonale in argento 925/100 placcato oro con smalti traslucidi a fuoco su guillochè anche su tutti i fianchi e con rigo sul coperchio. Stile Art Nouveau Inglese prim...

Our Origami box is an endlessly useful complement for a master closet. Two sizes ideal for organizing your interior. Made with eco-friendly, washable an...

Outstanding carved alabaster tazza / footed bowl, Spain, 1950s. Hand carved alabaster with foliage motifs with footed base. Beautiful to be used as fruit bowl, decorative centerpiece...

**Magnificent Late 19th-Century Neo-Renaissance Figural Nef, ca. 1880s-1890s** This exquisitely crafted table vessel embodies the grandeur of Renaissance-inspired artistry, reinte...

A Dresden porcelain lockurna (lidded urn or potpourri urn) from the Early 20th century. These pieces are characteristic of the Rococo style, typically featuring egg-shaped bodies, o...

Rare hand-crafted entree stand. . .signed ‘RUEF’. (Ruef Brothers) This beautifully carved Black Forest bear will always be there to greet you when you come home. It does not matter...

This is a luxurious ceramic box from the 1930s, crafted in the Art Deco style. It has been manufactured by Galvani Ceramiche , famous manufacturer of the period. The exterior of the...

Sculpture white parrot on ring in hand painted white porcelain with brass details.

This Seguso Vetri d’Arte amber Scavo glass amphora vase with handles, made in Murano, Italy, during the 1970s, features a signature textured archaeological finish. Crafted by the pre...

Large ceramic vide-poche or low bowl in earth tones beige-grey brown. Square with rounded edges. Scandinavian Mid-Century 1960s, produced by Palshus (Denmark), founded by Per and h...

Carl Auböck #7211 letter opener "Turned", Austria 2022.

This intense abstract bronze sculpture was created by the Italian artist Eli Riva in the Late 20th Century. The artwork is a multiple numbered and signed of 5...

OTTO sconces, gilded Brass, Item, France. Handcrafted in Paris with high-quality brass polished and varnished. The inner face is white lacquered for an optimal light diffusion. Each...

We are thrilled to bring you the "Scilla" centerpiece, a stunning masterpiece crafted entirely by hand in Murano by Roberto Beltrami and his skilled team of artisans. Crafted from t...

Mid-Century Modern Murano Blown Glass Red Vase Large Size. An spectacular handblown Murano art glass vase in a vibrant ruby red color and tall flower shape. Attributed to Archimede S...

Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat vases are well-known all over the world. A crystal deep blue masterpiece with exceptional proportions, t...

The Netherlands Circa 1630 – 1660 A finely painted blue and white Dutch Delft tile with the decoration of a Dutch East India Trading Company (VOC) ship. This ship is sailing in very...

An Alabaster Bird of Prey A bird of prey made of Alabaster stone with a matte finish, circa 1900. The sculpture measures 29 cm high, 11 cm wide, and 1...

This superlative pair of Murano glass vessels, crafted by the prestigious Seguso Vetri d’Arte circa 1970, represents a harmonious marriage between ethereal glasswork and sculptural m...

Vase gold leave in polished stainless steel with 24-karat gold-plated leave.

Sculpture Dark Vador Helmet all in fine porcelain in shiny finish in black finish, on metal base. Limited edition of 1500 items.

Pair of large authentic 19th century glazed terracotta pitcher bottle jugs originally used for containing water and olive oil - the smallest one still has the original cork stopper i...

Article: Glass bowl Producer: WMF, Germany Designer: Karl Wiedmann Age: 1930s Description: Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wie...

Modernist Candle Holder - Stainless Steel Brutalist Candlestick - Italy 1980s Superb design for this piece, quite reminiscent of the Memphis Group style. Made of stainless steel an...

Daum France "The Caduceus". Sculpture in pâte de verre and crystal. This is an original work in a limited edition numbered  1548 / 2000. This piece was created by Christian Poincigno...

Unique model of dial plastic phone by Sergio Todeschini, made in Italy in the 1970's.

A set of 4 candlesticks with amazing pink lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. For narrow candles. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, ...

Art Deco French Picture Frame - Marble & Bronzed Metal - Original Glasses - 1940s Elegant vintage picture frame made of marble (rectangular base) and bronzed metal (2 spheres). The...

This elegant Art Deco sculpture "Danse Païenne" is a remarkable example of French decorative sculpture from the 1930s. The work was created by Marcel Bouraine, one of the leading scu...

Potiche vase in. hand-painted Delft pottery, made in the early part of the 20th century Ø cm 21 h cm 52 Delft pottery, also known as "Delftware" or "Delft Blue," is a type of Dutch...

Taxidermy marine natural Wunderkammer specimen, embalmed sickle pomfret (Familia: Bramidae. Genus: Taractes. Species: Rubescens). The Specimen is stuffed and mounted over a base that...

This terracotta sculpture from the 1950s originates from a workshop in the south of France. Despite a few minor imperfections, it perfectly embodies the artistic spirit of that era. ...

This elegant pair of Japanese Imari porcelain vases, dating from the late 19th century during the Meiji period, circa 1880–1900), beautifully illustrates the refined artistry and dec...

Industrial wall clock Pragotron. Frame made of bakelite. The clock face is covered with glass. Formerly a slave clock, it is now fitted with a modern quartz movement with an AA-batte...

"Egg" Sculpture Tommaso Barbi Italy, 1970 Silver Metal Stacking tray Sticker Label "TB made in italy" Excellent condiction

Art Deco table clock around 1920s Original condition