Manhattan - Decorative Objects

A beautiful Italian Murano art glass bowl, attributed to Dino Martens and Arte Vetraria Muranese, Mid-Century Modern design period, circa mid-20th century, Italy, 1950s-1960s. Bowl i...

This refined and sculptural translucent glass bowl was produced by Daum, one of the most illustrious glass makers of the period in Nancy, France, circa 1950. Daum was awarded a Grand...

German Modern 800 silver box, ca 1920. Rectangular with straight sides and crisp corners. Cover hinged with tapering tab; cover top gently curved and inlaid with shagreen in geometri...

Landscape vase. Signed Daum Nacy with the Cross of Lorraine.

Two ancient terra cotta pottery vessels, Urns or Vases from the Khmer region of South East Asia. Sober forms that provides a complement to a Mid-Century or modern environment.

A Wonderful Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figures of Pug Dogs with Gilt Bell Collars on Blue Porcelain Ribbons, One Dog with a Child. Exquisitely hand-painted with rea...

For cat lovers, bronze humidor realistically shaped as a cat's head. Opens to reveal humidor space. Large ribbon around neck forms two storage bowls.

While best known for his mirrors and églomisé, Kiko Lopez is a master of glass conceptions of all kinds—his lighting designs prove this to be the case. These sleek sconces enshroud t...

ABOUT IRIS The iris is a special and mysterious flower. Not only because of its striking appearance, but also from an artistic and historical point of view. It is also like a work of art, as though created by Mother Nature. The unique leaves of this plant not only create wonderful shadow casts, but also look as if they were painted by hand. It's no wonder that iris acts as the muse for countless artists, and can be seen in many famous works of art. The iris was first spotted in the time of Pharaoh Thutmose, in 1504 BC. He had the iris inscribed into the wall reliefs of a temple as a sign of his power, as well as decorating his sceptre with motifs of the flower. Since then, the iris has been a symbol of victory in Egypt. But the symbolism of the iris goes further than that. In Japan, the flower represents courage and is the symbol of the boys' festival. In Islamic cultures, the iris is a symbol of prosperity. In Europe, the flower was a popular weapon symbol in the Middle Ages and stood for chivalry. And in Christianity, the iris was seen as a symbol of the trinity because of its three-part flowers. With more than 300 varieties, the iris is now the most popular flower among growers and gardeners following the rose. Countless artists use the iris in their works and the flower is present in all eras. You can see the flower on furniture, vases, jewelry, fabrics, sculptures, coats of arms and much more. Did you know that the iris is also called the sword lily? It's not a coincidence that it used to symbolize physical and emotional pain and suffering caused by a weapon. We also see the flower in religious art, where it's often associated with Mary and Jesus. The iris is also associated with the Greek goddess Iris, where the flower symbolizes reconciliation and divine messages. This is also reflected in many paintings. Finally, the iris is also visible in Dutch and Flemish still-life paintings. This can be in a religious form, incorporated into an object or as a decorative flower. In the Art Nouveau art movement, the iris (along with other plants, such as the birch) was often used as an expression of feminine beauty. With its almost otherworldly appearance, the iris is perfectly suited to the Art Nouveau aesthetic and is featured in many well-known works of art. The poet of that era, Hermann Hesse...

Large turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau glass perfume with engraved silver overlay. Made by Gorham in Providence. Globular with everted rim. Ba...

A Pair of French Japanism Signed CP & Co Pate Sur Pate and Gilt Porcelain Vases. This elegant pair of vases, crafted by CP & Co, exemplifies the aesthetic influences of Japanism in ...

A monumental 19th C. Italian Marble Bust of The Grandparents, Titled: Rimembranze, Signed Vichi. Presenting an exquisite Italian masterpiece from the 1800s, we have a captivating white Carrara marble bust group entitled "Rimembranze" (Remembrance). This remarkable sculpture portrays an endearing elderly couple locked in a tender embrace, their love emanating through the gentle touch of the man's hand on the lady's chin and face. The profound affection and mesmerizing connection between them are beautifully captured in the expressions gracing their faces. Renowned for his exceptional talent, Ferdinando Vichi meticulously crafted this sculpture, paying meticulous attention to every detail. The couple's wrinkles, veins, and musculature, as well as the delicate rendering of their clothing and expressions, are expertly brought to life by Vichi's craftsmanship, establishing this artwork as one of his most remarkable and meticulously executed pieces. The sculpture rests on a contrasting black marble base with the title "Rimembranze" etched into the side, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Vichi's artistry is truly captivating. The old woman's knitted shawl, meticulously fashioned out of marble, appears astonishingly lifelike, while the choice of beautiful white marble exudes a refreshing allure. The old man's playful gesture of touching the lady's chin is captured with natural grace and warmth. Vichi's exceptional ability to sculpt fabric with such finesse creates an illusion of softness that defies the medium of marble itself. The remarkable attention to detail, from the intricately carved wrinkles and smile lines to the depiction of a lifetime shared in joy, evokes a profound sense of admiration. Ferdinando Vichi, a member of the esteemed Florentine School and associated with the Bazzanti Gallery in Florence, Italy, was part of a talented group of Tuscan sculptors. His body of work encompasses a wide range of subjects, including romantic busts, orientalist themes, and Renaissance-inspired models. Similar to his contemporaries from the late nineteenth century, Vichi often drew inspiration from romantic and tender subjects. This is exemplified in the beautifully detailed marble group depicting an elderly man's playful courtship and deep love for his wife. This 19th-century Italian marble group titled "Rimembranze" is signed by the esteemed artist Ferdinando Vichi, who was associated with the renowned Pietro Barzanti...

In orientalist style with molded decoration in high relief.

A fabulous and quite beautiful pair of Louis XVI style dore bronze mounted Chinese Famille Rose porcelain, sgraffito ground covered vases or por pourries. Each is exceptionally hand ...

A magnificent pair of Empire ormolu and patinated bronze figural ten-light candelabra Date: 19th century Origin: French Size: 40 inches high.

Painted earthenware figure group of three Jews in overcoats and skullcaps, sitting close together on a bench. Their detailed faces have stereotypical Jewish features, such as sideloc...

Fire polished with martele ground.

"Designed by Franz Hofstotter, engraved Loetz/Austria. Literature: Lötz: Böhmisches Glas 1880-1940, Band 2, Munich, 1989, p. 91 (for the drawing of the model) Helmut Ricke, Lötz...

A German white porcelain catchall dish, Midcentury Modernism design period, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, 1960s, Germany. A great piece as a catchall dish for jewelry, etc. or other...

A neoclassical-form woman holding two candle arms with leaves and grapes surmounted on a rectangular base. Date: 19th century Origin: French Dimension: 24 1/2 in. x 9 in.

A circa 1920's French blown glass and metal bottle. Measurements: Height: 9" Width: 5.25" (widest point)

Decorated with a scene of Highland Cattle by James Stinton. Signed 'J. Stinton' and a puce factory mark.

A gorgeous pair of Chinese 19th century Famille rose, Tobacco Leaf Style, Baluster Form covered vases, from the Collection of Henry Ford. Each vase is beautifully hand-enameled with ...

A beautiful French polychrome patinated dore bronze and silvered bronze with Algerian onyx mounted centerpiece, attributed to Eugene Cornu. This beautifu...

A magnificent pair of antique French Louis XVI period, 18th century gilt bronze and white Carrara marble figures of maidens mounted as Lamps. This magnificent pair of gilt bronze fig...

Highly collectable hand decorated, with bronze leaf border design on top. Date: circa 1890 Origin: French Dimension: 29 in x 26 in.

Decorated in relief with Asian emblems and flowers. Both with impressed marks and one with additional green mark.

Antique Patinated Cache Pot with Ornamental Motifs, France

Rare pair of heavy old English brass candelabra, each with two candleholders. A sea-life design with intricate undulating pattern. The stem and base w...

A rustic stoneware bowl on a pedestal. Rich oxblood glaze with hand-drawn lines complementing its simple organic form. The base as little cutouts that lighten the overall structure. ...

A Magnificent Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Gilt Bronze and Lapis Lazuli three piece garniture set of exquisite craftsmanship featuring a central figural clock and a pair of candelabras. The central superb gilt bronze clock is embellished with two cherubic gilt bronze figures, large gilt bronze...

1934, Sweden. This glazed stoneware lidded urn, model 1207, part of Wilhelm Kåge’s Argenta stoneware collection made for the Gustavsberg Factory. It features silver leaf decorations ...

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's Brown Alabaster Torso Sculpture on a black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of the prim...

Applied with scarabs, cherries and handles.

Pair of delft bird boxes, circa 1860.

Large Art Nouveau glass cologne with engraved silver overlay. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1910. Globular with short neck and everted rim in silver collar. Ball stopper. Symmetri...

Carl Harry Stålhane (b. 1969) Edition Rörstrand Pair of Rust, Ocher & Blue Glazed Pottery Vide-Poches mounted in Sterling Silver Base, Sweden, 1960, Stamped: Swedish Silver Mark, sig...

Sterling silver and jade box, Farmer, circa 1920. Marked: Edward Farmer.

Zenith SA is a Swiss luxury watchmaker. The company was started in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot at the age of 22, in Le Locle in the canton of Neuchâtel. Zenith w...

A magnificent large pair of five-light doré bronze and patinated bronze Empire period candelabra, attributed to Claude Galle made in the early 1800s. This pair of candelabra are set ...

A beautiful white granite marble reproduction of Greek goddess 'Venus de Milo' female figure statue sculpture in the Neoclassical style, circa early-20th century, Italy. A great deco...

A Pair of Regency Crystal and Gilt Bronze Two-Light Candelabra with Central Crystal Vase, Attributed to John Blades, London, circa 1810. Each features a central urn-shaped crystal st...

Remarkable pair of Russian neoclassical period red jasper and Russian Kalgar jasper oval shaped tazzas. These beautiful hand-carved oval shaped Russian red jasper tazzas are seated o...

shouldered form with flaring neck, painted with a frieze of classical Greek warriors spearing a wild boar, between stylized foliage, in golden lustre on a blue and red ground, painte...

A large pair of antique French transitional period red lacquer, chinoiserie decorated ormolu-mounted vases with gilt bronze Rococo mounts. The vibrant color of these highly polished vases...

A stunning hand painted porcelain portrait vase with painted architectural decorative motifs all outlined in gold paint. A woman in early 1800's style dress is painted on the belly o...

A n Exquisite Pair of Louis XVI Period Figural Patinated and Ormolu Candelabrum on Marble Plinths. These remarkable candelabra epitomize the artistic splendor of the Louis XVI perio...

Pair of highly detailed carved wooden stands with cherubs climbing up the sides.

Signed on the plinth “Silvestre” Original wooden base. Dimensions Height: 11.75 inches (29.37cm) Width: 23.25 inches (58.12cm) Depth: 6 inches (15cm) PAUL SILVESTRE (French...

American Arts & Crafts Chinese-Form Pauleo Pattern Glazed Ceramic Vase In Manner of Roseville for Tiffany Circa 1900 DIMENSIONS Height: 15.75 inches (40.01 cm) Diameter: 10.5 inch...

A fine pair of French 19th century Empire Period Old Paris Porcelain swan handle vases. Each is beautifully hand-painted with a light blue colored ground and further adorned with 24K...

With alternating blue and white latticinio bands.

Victorian Period, sterling silver-mounted, controlled bubbles crystal inkwell with hinged lid, Ca. 1895, Boston, Goodnow and Jenks, - makers, The inkwell measures approximately 3 in...

Pair of Italian ceramic two-handled conical centrepiece bowls, circa 1900.

Austrian silver 800 vanity set of high quality. Includes a hand mirror, a perfume bottle, and five assorted vanity jars / boxes. Measuring perfume bottle 6 inches tall and double sid...

Patinated bronze sculpture of two horses by Carol Cunningham (American, 1940- ), entitled Field Play, mounted on carved wooden plinth. 22 1/2 by 23 by 22 inches. Number 8 from a li...

French Belle Epoch Antoine Bourdelle Sculptural Pair of Bookends Patinated Bronze Edmond Etling & Cie Foundry, Paris ca. 1910 DIMENSIONS Height: 7.5 inches Width: 3.33 inches Depth: 3.33 inches MARKINGS Same markings are present on the plinths of both bookends: Signed 'A. Bourdelle’. Stamped ‘Edmond Etling & Cie Foundry, Paris’ ABOUT BOOKENDS This exquisite pair of bookends, created by the renowned French sculptor Antoine Bourdelle, epitomizes the grace and emotional depth of the Belle Époque era. Each bookend is a remarkable sculpture in its own right, yet when placed together, they form an inseparable narrative composition, bound by a shared plot. One bookend captures the passionate embrace of Harlequin and his mistress, a tender yet intense moment frozen in time. The second bookend portrays Pierrot, lost in the anguish of jealousy, his expression and posture radiating sorrow and longing. Together, these two figurative sculptures create a dramatic scene, where the books they support become part of the stage set, acting as a barrier between the characters—much like a stage wall in a theatrical performance. The interplay of emotion and movement in this captivating sculptural pair makes it a true masterpiece, seamlessly blending art with functionality. ABOUT SCULPTOR Émile Antoine Bordelles (French, 1861 - 1929) was an influential and prolific French sculptor and teacher. He was a student of Auguste Rodin, a teacher of Giacometti and Henri Matisse, and an important figure in the Art Deco movement and the transition from the Beaux-Arts seyle to modern sculp[ture. His studio became the Musee Bourdelle, an art museum dedicated to his work, located at 18, rue Antoine Bourdelle, in the15th arondissement of Paris, France. His very well known for his use of quivering Romanesque forms in his depictions of mythological figures. One of his best known works Hercules the Archer (1909), was a commissioned sculpture for the financier Gabriel Thomas. Born Émile-Antoine Bourdelle on October 30, 1861 in Montauban, France, he learned woodworking as a youth from his father who was a cabinetmaker. While assisting his father during the workday, he studied drawing at the École des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse in the evening. Moving to Paris in 1885, the artist became an assistant to Auguste Rodin in 1893, Rodin’s influence is evident in many of Bourdelle’s early sculptures. By 1900, he had begun receiving commissions for a number of theaters and later taught classes at his studio to young artist such as Alberto Giacometti and Otto Gutfreund...

Pair of American Edwardian glass and sterling silver candlesticks, ca 1920. Each: Faceted glass socket with flat rim mounted to same tapering shaft w...

German Passover Pewter plate dated 1825. The plate with raised rim engraved in Hebrew with the Order of the Seder of Passover, In center, geometric design, surrounded by Hebrew text...

Bruno Gambone vase, ceramic, Stripes, Signed. Medium scale slender bottle form vase with a neutral almond glazed body and a neck glazed in bands of yellow, red, and blue. Signed "Gam...