Illinois - Decorative Objects

A parade of Qilin, Chinese mythical creatures symbolizing magnificence, joy and benevolence, march around this hand painted porcelain fantail vase. It is a wonderful example of conte...

This antique Chinese porcelain vase from the mid-19th century is hand-painted in the blue-and-white manner with an idyllic mountain landscape. Attributed to the imperial kilns of Jin...

A gorgeous ancient vessel carved from one piece of marble with subtle pink veins running throughout. Perfect for use as a vessel sink in a powder room,...

Designed to hold burning incense, censer bowls have been used throughout China for thousands of years. Incense made from dried aromatic plants and essential oils would be burned with...

A well-chosen stone is a resting place for the mind, inspiring calm and contemplation. Marked by currents of jadeite, moss agate, and serpentine, this petite greenery stone evokes th...

These marvelously fluid and artistic figures were cast from bronze in the style of Northern Thailand and Burma. According to Buddhist tradition, the Buddha had two first Chief Disciples, Sāriputta and Moggallāna. They were wealthy young men seeking after higher knowledge and enlightenment and always depicted in elegant robes and often with unshaven heads. Depictions of these greatly -revered apostles are often found along side Buddha statues and holy angels...

Gertrud and Otto Natzler Large Volcanic Bowl 1955c. Earthenware with Grey Earth Crater glaze. Dimensions: 5.25 h × 9.75 dia in Signed to underside ‘Natzler’. Description: A beautiful...

Carved from a striking piece of black-and-white grained hardwood, this late 19th-century Chinese brush pot exemplifies the ideals of the scholar’s studio—where nature, artistry, and ...

A Pair of Circa 1850 Pompeian Neoclassical Patinated Bronze Urns. These beautiful urns have boar's head handles surmounted by double-sided classical male and female mask busts, cast ...

Chinese tessellated bone horse sculpture is a stunning piece that pays homage to the Tang Dynasty period, specifically the years between 618 and...

New shipment of over 200 leather bound books in English, photo's are of sets. Preconditioned as we fully condition all of our books before they go out. Also have an extensive collect...

This incredible wooden vessel wears a lifetime of history on its surface, deeply weathered to expose the wood grain and darkened by a smooth patina. Shaped from a single tree trunk, ...

Vintage Native American on horseback sculpture designed by John Barney Weaver (1920-2012), a renowned sculptor from Anaconda, MT, for The Franklin Mint. This piece depicts a Native ...

This antique Chinese jar from the early 20th century is cloaked inside and out with a beautiful drip glaze of warm brown color and irregular strea...

Impressive Venini hand blown “Labuan” cased glass vase in Aquamarine exterior and White interior. This is the large edition of the Venini Labuan line, 10.5” diameter annd 15” tall. ...

Four part acrylic pyramidal sculpture by Hivo Van Teal. Four canted and bevelled triangular pieces of acrylic or Lucite with an open circular carved centre. All surmounted on a bevel...

These monumental Chinese roof tiles were once installed as part of the elaborate roof of an early Qing-dynasty temple or grand courtyard home. Dated to the 18th century, the sculptur...

A rare and exceptional murano art glass vase attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Arte. This unique large vase was hand made on the Venetian island of Murano, Italy. Executed...

René Lalique 1912 Biches Inkwell on Undertray This inkwell on undertray measures: 6 wide x 6 deep x 4.25 inches high Excellent Condition. We take our photos in a controlled lighti...

Dingyao porcelain, often called Ding ware, is famous for its creamy-white coloring, refined forms, and low-relief surface patterning. Ding ware was produced ...

A pair of wonderfully sculptural early 20th century handwoven wicker shields from the Tamberma people of Togo, mounted on custom steel stands.

These charming early 20th-century French wooden garden trugs exude rustic elegance and historical charm. Painted a dark green, each trug bears the patina of time and use, evidenced b...

A rather large vintage hand-blown amber glass pitcher with a flared mouth, twisted body, and a pulled handle. Perfect for water or cocktails, but a...

Stylish and sculptural; tabletop art by Bijan Bahar, featuring three birds in flight, crafted from hand-worked metal, mounted on a natural stone base. Bahar's work is known for its ...

Expertly cast and finished brass leaping gazelle sculpture mounted on a brass plinth based walnut pedestal.

Each of these delicately, handcrafted bud vases is perfect as an individual home accessory or whimsical series. Made of brass and hand tarnished, each bad vase has its own unique for...

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...

Intricately decorated with red and black lacquer, this petite Burmese betel box (kun-it) is a lovely example of a traditional craft. A blend of betel leaves, areca nuts, slaked lime,...

Richard Walsh freeform sculpture. Tubular metal bent and welded to torch-cut circular base, Brutalist in form and patina. Sturdy stabile sculpture, circa 1975.

Vintage Wai Hing Clocks Co. Chinossorie Black Lacquer Hand-Painted Mother of Pearl inlaid German Movement Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock This black lacquer grandfather clock...

Tibetan traveling shrines, known as Gau, were believed to offer protective powers and were used to hold and carry sacred objects during long journeys. Crafted over a century ago, a B...

Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’...

René Lalique 1926 Bouchardon Handle Vase in Opalescent Glass This vase measures: 6.5 wide x 5 deep x 4.75 inches high Excellent Condition. We take our photos in a controlled light...

Pair of colorful Chinese cloisonné vases with green and blues being the primary colors. Both have floral background designs. One vase features chrysanthemums and the other red headed...

Described in ancient Chinese texts as a “full moon dyed with spring water,” celadon bowls and plates are prized for their soft color and luminous sheen. Perfected over centuries, cel...

This standing Buddha figure from Thailand wears a serene expression of stillness and calm. Cast of bronze alloy in the Ayutthaya style, the Buddha is draped in bejeweled robes remini...

Coated inside and out with an olive green glaze, this large ceramic jar from early 20th century Thailand was originally used for pickling vegetables or condiments. The jar is potted ...

It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. The round basket has been...

During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of opaque overglaze enamels that favored roses and pinks, famille rose porcelain ware was crafted with the same technical virtuosity as imperial porcelain but designed for Western tastes. These rouleau-shaped vases date to the early 20th century and beautifully showcase the intricate decoration characteristic of famille rose ware. Also known as bangchuping (纹棒槌瓶), or 'grain mallet vase', rouleau vases...

This antique Chinese mirror is cast of bronze in the tang-dynasty style, with a lobed rim of eight flower petals, each filled with small cloud ...

A Hopi cottonwood "Old Style" Katsina/Kachina doll from the 1950s, hand-carved and painted with the bold, blocky proportions typical of dolls made for the trade market. The figure st...

Dated to the early 20th-century, this lacquered container is a timeless example of Burmese lacquerware (pan yun). The vessel is formed of thin bamboo strips that have been woven and ...

The Paper series embodies the idea of crumpling paper set in time. The materiality of the brass is utilized by the intricate folds and bends that not on...

This antique Chinese pickling pot was originally used for fermenting rice or sorghum into vinegar. Dating to the mid-19th century, the small jar has a squat, rounded form and is beau...

A true comfort food, the rice porridge known as congee has been a part of everyday life in China for centuries. Often eaten for breakfast, the dish is frequently accompanied by other...

Phillips Starck Custom Stainless Steel Dishes set of Thirty-Eight, from The Clift Hotel, San Francisco, California. Two sizes: Both 1/2" high Smaller 23" in total 9" x 6" Larger 15 i...

Biomorphic ceramic sculpture by Gisèle Buthod-Garçon France. Black glaze over a minimal but modeled surface. Piece unique. Born, 1954 in Salon de Provence, Buthod-Garçon grew up wit...

This sculptural metal form is a Mbole currency anklet from the early 20th century. Worn by both men and women, this type of leg ornament (ambi) was worn at the ankle as ceremonial at...

Mid century Iparmuveszeti Vallalat Hungarian wall art signed by Jajesnica Robert Iparmuveszeti Vallalat was an arts and crafts company that sold ha...

This antique Chinese tea tray from the late 19th century celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a handmade object. Richly aged from years of use, the round tray is crafted of pine wi...

An exquisite example of Burmese artistry, this palm-sized container dates to the late 19th century and was likely originally used as a betel box (kun-it). A blend of betel leaves, ar...

Wild and tumultuous, this sculptural bamboo form is an early 20th century flower basket (hanakago) designed especially for ikebana, the Japanese art of floral arrangement. Masterfull...

A special and whimsical pair of early 20th century American hands-carved wood Eider Duck decoys with black and white painted bodies and eyes.

This is a white glazed and black clay raku fired ceramic bust. Though modern, this sculpture references Classical Greek and Roman antiquities. A subtle red glaze is used on the lips and the artist has purposefully and mysteriously left a portion around the neck between the head and the chest free of glaze, exposing the black clay beneath. The cracking on the surface is a result of the raku firing process and intended to be there. Pavel Amromin George, 2017 raku fired ceramic 17H x 15W x 9D in 43.18H x 38.10W x 22.86D cm Pavel G. Amromin Exhibitions 2017 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 2009 Pavel Amromin: Adventure Bound, The Clay Studio, Philadelphia, PA SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, New York, NY 2008 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, New York, NY 38th Annual Ceramics Exhibition, Crossman Gallery, UW Whitewater, WI 2007 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Chicago, IL SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, New York, NY 2006 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Chicago, IL The Toy Soldier Collection – MFA Thesis Exhibition, University Gallery, University of Florida, Gainsville, FL 2005 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, New York, NY 2004 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, New York, NY SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Chicago, IL 2003 SOFA...

Penshell Dresser Box w/Lid, 1960’s. Original excellent condition. Box is lined with black velvet. Measures 12” long 5” tall 3” deep

Robert Segal’s abstract sculpture offers a particularly fertile ground for experiments in shape, color, proportion, and technique. He steps away from non-traditional sculpting method...

Tony Rosenthal "Thunderclap" Wall Sculpture Sculpture by Rosenthal, torch-cut and burnished aluminum. Etched signature lower right corner Rosenthal 61 And on back "THUNDERCLAP" 61 Ca...

Architectural mantel clock rendered in dense, highly textured tramp art carving, built up from layered chip-carved wood to form a cathedral-like façade. The case features deeply face...

Originally used for pickling and food preservation, this 19th-century ceramic pot is decorated with two serpentine dragons winding around the exterior towards a flaming "pearl of wis...

Sculpted in the manner of Khmer statuary, this cast bronze devotional figure depicts a standing Buddhist deity, most likely the beloved goddess Lakshmi. A central figure in Hindu myt...