Continental Europe - Decorative Objects

Exceptional Murano art glass paperweight featuring an aquarium-style underwater scene with suspended tropical fish and richly colored abstract marine décor. Handblown in Italy during...

Mid-Century Set of 3 French Ceramic plates by Naumovitch Era Vallauris Capron Exceptional set of three plates decorated with women's faces. Emblematic creations of Ljuba Naumovitch in the Atelier Grand Chêne...

Set Of 3 "Mr Vénérable Is Dressed" Vases in Oak Wood by Yann Marot Dimensions: 1: D 28 x W 28 x H 15 cm 2: D 26 x W 26 x H 17 cm 3: D 31 x W 30 x H 19 cm Materials: Oak Born in Ma...

A refined and sculptural Swedish Art Deco bronze jardinière designed by Jacob Ängman and produced by GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget) in the 1930s. This exceptional piece embodies the qui...

Beautiful purple and green Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano glass vase. This piece is a tall one and the weight is 2 kilos

A fantastic rather large handmade vintage glass sculpture or paperweight made and signed by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, Sweden. This piece is showcasing his enormous talent as a glas...

Antique Arts and Crafts copper picture frame raised and hammered to create an animated surface. Sheet copper foot rest. Beautiful vinta...

Longchamp 20th century design ceramic and leather cigarette box Brown ceramic piece with dog decoration Original vintage good condition Singe...

Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration. This alms box is made of pine wood painted in shades of blue and gray with carved saint figures onamentations decorating the top. Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. No key avaliable. Overall Measures: Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D Poor...

Large Art Deco sculpture, a seagull in flight, on a rounded red marble base. The sculpture is presumably made of spelter metal that has been patinated green to resemble bronze, remin...

The vintage ceramic vase from Bassano is made in Chinese antique technique. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian...

A gorgeous petite micro mosaic picture frame. No restoration has been carried out on this charming little piece, which remains in very stabi...

Large Antique Dresden Porcelain Floral Urn. With hand painted classical scenes throughout exterior. Woman and man figures dressed with a garland of flowers on the lid. Marked on bottom, Carl Thieme...

A Napolean III period mantel chimney clock with a mark on the letterhead of the mechanism «horlogerie suisse 23 Rue d'Alsace Lorraine Toulouse» in French Rococo Revival style. Mech...

Swedish 19th Century painted long case clock or Grandfather clock. This Scandinavian folk art clock has been scraped to its original paint color. This tall clock is completed with th...

This vintage set of 2 Murano glass perfume bottles from 1940s Italy is a delicate example of hand-blown Venetian artistry. Crafted from extremely fine, almost paper-thin glass in war...

The second fire-fired ceramic head, handmade with face and mandarin reliefs, can be used to hold plants, flowers and sometimes even bottles with ice. Calogero sells mandarins at the Palermo market, a serious and old-fashioned man...

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba. The Bronze Head from Ife, or Ife Head, is one of eighteen copper alloy sculptures that were unearthed in 1938...

This is a significant and exceptionally sought-after WMF Ikora art deco dinanderie bowl, is manufactured by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) in Germany during the 1920s to 19...

Large centre bowl in silver-plated brass by WMF, part of the Ikora line, Germany, 1930s. A radial black enamel starburst pattern spans the wide, shallow bowl, set on disc feet. The f...

Marvelous Mid-Century picture frame in a gorgeous frosted lucite and chrome-plated metal. This incredibly charming and unique piece was made in Italy during the 1970s and is attribut...

An amazing Venetian Murano glass Mid-Century Modern Mandruzzato vase made in Italy, circa 1960s. This is a glass block vase. with different layers of colored glass. The top of the va...

A stupendous representation of Ares, half-brother of Athens, son of Zeus and Hera, and the God of War, this sculpture will make a unique and sophisticated addition to a personal coll...

An Exceptional Italian Grand Tour Pietra Dura and Alabaster Hexagonal Box, Circa 1900. This exquisite hexagonal lidded box is a premier example of turn-of-the-century Italian stone ...

Vintage traditional woven wicker case in a classic pattern. Made by an unknown manufacturer in France circa 1940 Inside a serving set of 4 plastic dishes, mugs and cutlery, and a ch...

Gufram icons have become smaller and have turned into Guframinis! Designed in a 1:8 scale the new miniatures perfectly reproduce the famous original sculptures. Each "mini" creation ...

Elegant pair of Swedish pewter candlesticks produced by GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget) in the 1940s. The design features a refined, tapered stem rising from a circular base, culminating...

Vintage signed duck figurine by Malevolti, Italy. It features a decoy type design with brass accented parts. It has glass eyes and a hand painted body. A nice addition to the Hollywood Regency...

Large photo album by Florentine bookbinder Giannini with naturally tanned leather spine and corners, and green and gold marbled paper cover. It contains 50 ivory card sheets and is e...

A very stylish mid-century modern four acacia wood bowls. Designed and handmade in Mozambique. Whether displayed as standalone art pieces or used practically to hold candy, nuts,deco...

Sculpture of Large Poodle Dog Ceramic from the 1970s with Hand-Painted Details

A superb design masterfully handcrafted of mouth-blown glass, this candle holder is created in co-creation with Summerill and Bishop London. From the sketch of Summerill and Bishop L...

Very well carved and superb condition, famous novel bookends. This wonderfully hand-carved pair of wooden bookends depicts two of literature’s most iconic figures: the noble and ide...

The cylindrical form features a softly patinated pewter surface, decorated with a stylized burst of playing card suits—spade, heart, diamond, and club—radiating from a gilt roundel. ...

Stunning Mid-Century decorative jewelry box made from a beautiful combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This incredibly stylish pi...

Vintage 1960s ceramic decorative dish by Fratelli Fanciullacci. Multi-colored raised glaze decor made with a technique reminiscent of cake decoration. Floral organic patterns over sm...

A beautifully crafted statue of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, I believe it is Ramses the 2nd however I am not completely sure. The statue appears to be made of copper or white metal. ...

A gorgeous character ceramic figural bird statue - attributed to Ivo De Santis by Gli Etruschi, Italy. This character statue has been made in Italy, circa 1970s or older. Absolutely ...

Decanter engraved with acid with floral decoration around 1900 attributed to Daum Nancy and Victor Saglier for the setting. Signature at the bottom of the carafe. Note a slight defor...

Val Saint Lambert green cut-to clear crystal centerpiece fruit bowl, Signed A Belgium large green colored cut to clear crystal centerpiece from Val Saint Lambert, Belgium, establish...

Brass Candelabra - 7-Branch Menorah - Judaica Candle Holder, 1970s Elegant 7-branch menorah crafted in solid brass, with an elegant and modern design. ...

Life-Size Ceramic Siamese Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted, circa 20th Century Impressed underside. A striking life-size ceramic sculpture of a reclining Siamese cat, hand-painted with ex...

Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Bowl dimensions: Big L 65 x W 13 x H 11 cm. Also available: Small L 55 x W 12 x H 9.5 cm. Available...

Ceramic figurine by Ceramiche Mollica, depicting a lady with a pair of Fox Terrier dogs, made in the 1940s. Ø cm 16 Ø cm 15 h cm 30 Ceramiche Mollica represents one of the most important and long-standing manufacturers of Neapolitan ceramics. Founded in 1842 by Giovanni Mollica...

Excellent original condition Brass with a brown faux leather cover Still working On the face of the it states that it has two jewels. Measures: Open: Height 8cm x wide 8cm x deep 8 c...

Folk Art Bird Metal Sculpture - Welded Robin Animal Sculpture - France 1950s Charming mid-century Folk Art welded-metal sculpture depicting a robin, made in France circa 1950. Art...

Leda armchair designed by Dali manufactured by BD. Structure in polished cast brass varnish. Measures: 47 x 60 x 92 H. cm Year: 1935-1937 Taken from “Femme á la téte rose” 1935 (...

Fire-gilded bronze clock depicting Aurora’s chariot, dial signed Deniere á Paris, Maison Deniere The signature “Denière” or “Denière Fabt de Bronzes à Paris” belongs to Jean-Franço...

Wooden box, France, 1970s, an elegant vintage piece characterized by a burl wood veneer with particularly decorative swirling patterns. Its clean design and soft lines make it both f...

An icon of contemporary design, this table clock belongs to the new edition of the spectacular Static Table Clock designed by Richard Sapper, winner of the 1960 Compasso D'Oro Award....

French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...

This jewelry box in precious malachite strikes with its sensual and unrepeatable traceries. Its bright tones of green - inspired by the ancient Bahria oasis dedicated to Osiris, godd...

A Rome 1960s Souvenir sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a marble base. This was bought as a souvenir in Italy. A beautiful nice desktop item or just a display item...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Aksel Larsen for Axella, 1960s

An elegant and highly collectible Swedish Art Deco pewter vase, designed by Sylvia Stave and produced by CG Hallberg, Stockholm, in 1931. The vase features a refined amphora-inspire...

Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice dice atop a nickel base. The best addition to your desk or every room.

Rosenthal white and gold porcelain centerpiece, made in the 1960s Ø cm 37 Ø cm 21 h cm 14 Rosenthal is a well-known and respected German manufacturer of porcelain products. Rose...

Vase Sea Flower White High all in fine porcelain features layered, petal-like forms inspired by marine anemones. A textured biscuit porcelain in white top contrasts with glazed, w...

Emma Orient – The Essence of Luxury in a Candle The Emma Orient candle is a perfect blend of refined craftsmanship and sensory elegance. Designed as both a decorative object and a c...

Elegant pewter vase designed by Ernst Svedbom for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, circa 1960s. This beautifully balanced vessel features a classical amphora form with sweeping sculptural handl...