Milan - Decorative Objects

The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Whether empty or filled with flowers,...

Made in Germany Walther and Sohne of Radeberg, 1930s - 1940s. The company was well known for making high quality pressed glass. Some of their flint and coloured glass has been attrib...

Candleholder in Rosso Alicante marble. Geometrical way of life A hundred years and it feels like yesterday, a hundred years of a school that ...

The timeless allure of clear crystal meets elegant textural details and pure volumes in this sublime crystal box. Equipped with a matching lid featuring ...

A 20th Century Italian white marble bust of a smiling girl, a carved Carrara marble figural sculpture, signed on the base by the Italian artist Aurelio Bossi, 1884-1948, whose sculptures are displayed at Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan, whereas at the Duomo Milan Cathedral there is his Statue of Cardinal Borromeo, while two busts adorn the facade of the chapel of the Niguarda Hospital. This antique female...

Distilling glamour while exemplifying glassblowing artistry, this vase mouth-blown of prized red Murano glass is a modern version of the iconic Colate Vase. A statement of eccentrici...

This exquisite pair of 19th-century French candlesticks, made from silver-plated bronze, showcases beautiful handcrafted decorative details. Each candlestick is a stunning example of...

This bowl is a versatile and striking addition to any modern home where, both as a vase or a centerpiece, it will make a statement. Its simple silhouette is adorned with a decorative...

Extremely decorative Italian vase with hand carved fruit, a Renaissance Revival style polychrome fruits and leaves on silvered center vase standing on stepped squared basement measur...

This centerpiece is a striking example of modern aesthetic and traditional craftsmanship. It was designed in 2013 by Karim Rashid and crafted of mouth-blown Murano glass. It is part ...

Walking stick made out of bakelite, depicting two kids playing with balloons, hand painting. Eboney shaft and silver ring. France 1920 ca.

Doorstops, paperweights or furniture elements, Vintage Domus' FP02-PA doorstops are distinguished by their timeless elegance and unique personalization. Versatile objects with a mini...

Bridging innovative craftsmanship with refined materials, this elegant box is a sculptural object of understated luxury. The square silhouette, made of polished gilt-plated brass, features a distinctive lid in vibrant yellow quartz...

An exercise in elegant minimalism, this black crystal vase is part of the Skyline collection, recreating in a stylized fashion the vertical tension ...

The Classic design of this porcelain vase comes back to life with retro decorations with a contemporary flavor. Natsumi vase evoke dream-like images of Japanese landscapes. Rendered ...

Flavio Poli vase.

A painstaking process of manual grinding is behind the twisted texture of segments extensively characterizing this precious bowl. Crafted from mouth-blown red Murano...

Italian Sculptural Bowl by Candido Fior, 1970s, Bassano del Grappa This exquisite sculptural bowl, created by renowned Italian sculptor Candido Fior in the 1970s, is an outstanding ...

Alfredo Barbini’s lifed crossed the whole 20th century, and left an indelible mark on the craft of Murano Glass. Initially master glassmaker at Zecchin & Martinuzzi, then founder at ...

Part of the Ravenna collection, this rectangular basket is a versatile object of functional decor that will provide precious storage and display spa...

Luminous and precious as a jewel, this bowl mouth-blown gray Murano glass bowl will add a dash of uniqueness and art to refined interior decors. The glass threads adorning this bulgi...

Two pairs of maiolica baskets Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1790 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). Measures: A) Height 3.54 x 6.69 x 9.84 in (9 x 17 x 25 cm); B) Height 3.93 x 7.48 x 11.02 in (10 x 19 x 28 cm). Total weight 4.85 lb (2.200 kg) State of conservation: A) One of the smaller baskets has some areas of restoration, the other slight chipping from use; B) One of the larger baskets is intact and the other shows a clearly glued break. The mold with which the baskets were forged simulates a wicker weave. The two larger works have high, vertical walls, with branch-shaped handles penetrating the weave. The painted decorations, small polychrome flowers applied only externally, highlight the points where the weaves intersect. The decision to leave the center of the basket devoid of decoration is highly unusual, but given the size and complexity of the shape, as well as the quality of the enamel, it is possible to hypothesize that it represents a precise choice in manufacturing or for a particular client. The two smaller baskets have small, twisted handles and, on the outside, reproduce more decisively the characteristic wicker weave, obtained through thin molded lines. The interior exhibits a rich, typical decoration of naturalistic flowers: a bunch centered around a main flower and secondary stems accompanied by small “semis”. The exterior of these works is also adorned with small little flowers where the weaves intersect. The size and morphological characteristics of the baskets confirm their attribution to the Lodi factory of Antonio Ferretti between 1770 and 1790, during its most successful period; by this point his original reworking of the "Strasbourg" decoration, known as "old Lodi", had achieved great fame even outside Italy. This decorative choice represented a strong point of the Lodi factory, which established itself thanks to the vivid nature of the colors made possible by the introduction of a new technique perfected by Paul Hannong in Strasbourg and which Antonio Ferretti introduced in Italy. This production process, called “piccolo fuoco” (third fire), allowed the use of a greater number of colors than in the past; in particular, the purple of Cassius, a red made from gold chloride, was introduced. Its use allowed for many more tones and shades, from pink to purple. The Ferretti family had started their maiolica manufacturing business in Lodi in 1725. The forefather Simpliciano had started the business by purchasing an ancient furnace in 1725 and, indeed, we have evidence of the full activity of the furnaces from April of the same year (Novasconi-Ferrari-Corvi, 1964, p. 26 n. 4). Simpliciano had started a production of excellence also thanks to the ownership of clay quarries in Stradella, not far from Pavia. The production was so successful that in 1726 a decree of the Turin Chamber came to prohibit the importation of foreign ceramics, especially from Lodi, to protect internal production (G. Lise, La ceramica a Lodi, Lodi 1981, p. 59). In its initial stages, the manufacture produced maolicas painted with the “a gran fuoco” (double fire) technique, often in turquoise monochrome, with ornamentation derived from compositional modules in vogue in Rouen in France. This was also thanks to the collaboration of painters like Giorgio Giacinto Rossetti, who placed his name on the best specimens next to the initials of the factory. In 1748 Simpliciano made his will (Gelmini, 1995, p. 30) appointing his son Giuseppe Antonio (known as Antonio) as universal heir. After 1750, when Simpliciano passed away, Antonio was directly involved in the maiolica factory, increasing its fortunes and achieving a reputation on a European level. Particularly important was the aforementioned introduction in 1760 of the innovative “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) processing, which, expanding the ornamental repertoire with Saxon-inspired floral themes, could commercially compete with the German porcelains that had one of its most renowned offerings in the naturalistic Deutsche Blumen. Antonio Ferretti understood and promoted this technique and this decoration, proposing it in a fresher and more corrective version, less linked to botanical tables...

Constantin II is a simple but charming candleholder with a geometric shape with cross. The body is in solid oak wood painted black. The cylinder in natural brass on the top is the place where to put an 18 mm candle. In the same collection 3 different models of candlesticks in wood...

Exclusive submerged glass aquarium vase from the 1960s, attributable to renowned designer Flavio Poli for the renowned Seguso glassworks. This fine example of Murano art is distingui...

Grande vaso realizzato a mano in ceramica di grosso spessore, dipinto in un intenso blu, esternamente e bianco, internamente. La sezione del vaso è quadrata con angoli stondati. Su ...

2023 Collection of Decorative boxes by Ghiró Studio. The type of craftsmanship and the materials used for the production make this box a unique object, in fact it is impossible to...

Pyxis pot/jar/container for multiple use. Size: 12.6 x 14.5 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pyxis M, Pyxis collection by the Spanish Designer Ivan Colominas. Available also in...

Bold in its simplicity, this anthropomorphic terracotta vase is an iconic homage to Sicily's rich Moorish history. Depicting the stately elegance of a moor lady, the artistry of the piece is exemplified in the intricate detailing of the sinuous headdress, jeweled crown...

Made in Italy, 1960s. This ashtray / catchall is made in Murano glass. It is a "Tutti frutti" model, n° 12065. It is published on a catalogue. This is a vintage piece, therefore it m...

Decorative Steel Sculpture - Mirror Polished Steel Sphere - Space Age Decorative Unusual, attractive and highly decorative abstract sculpture from the 1980s - a stainless steel ball...

Made in Murano, Italy, 1970s - 1980s. Its texture and lines make it look like it's been taken out from a painting. It is an amazing piece with an intense ornamental and chromatic eff...

In music, Rhapsody is a free and varied composition. It is presented as a set of melodies, different among them for rhythm and harmony that it gives to the composition extemporized tones where its coherence it is expressed only in the general context. Tondo Doni...

Set of four Neoclassical style Italian candleholders in silvered copper dating back to the early 1900. This fine set of table candleholders, could be electrified and becomes an elegant set of four table lamps...

Terracotta vase in the style of Gio Ponti

Often called “The City of Blades”, Solingen, in North-Rhine Westphalia, has been a center for the manufacturing of scissors since medieval times. At the end of the 18th century it’s ...

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Triticum Vulgare N.11A (Gramineae). The round base in ebonized wood holds the botanical model which reveals the fl...

The “Surolù” art works - this is artistic identity chosen by Vanessa Semaino - arise from the artist 's need to represent women’s condition today, particularly in their emotional sta...

Elegant and timeless, this unique storage basket will be a precious companion to everyday life in any room of the house. Its body, shaped as a rectangul...

Precious candlestick in blown glass by Venetian artisans. The particular palm shape is a tribute to the exotic world, with a solid base, a slender stem and incredible detailed leaves...

Nature can stage extraordinary landscapes. The scenarios are vast, the lights are amazing, the surprises are endless. And when man and nature meet, enchantment occurs. Inspired by th...

This vintage vase from the 1970s exudes a sleek, modernist aesthetic typical of the era’s design sensibilities. Crafted from polished stainless steel, its surface gleams with a mirro...

Precious candlestick in blown glass by Venetian artisans. The particular palm shape is a tribute to the exotic world, with a solid base, a slender stem and...

Lenci ceramic elephant 1950 Elena Scavini, Italy.

A set of two porcelain pocket emptiers/ashtray with a classic shape and unique printed design. Animalia is part of the Grand Tour family and features brightly colored tropical flowers and plants...

This hand-made vase is a contemporary interpretation of the Sicilian Moore woman, an iconic artistic production of the island. Entirely handmade in clay, this anthropomorphic vase ha...

Pen or toothbrush holder, vase in White Michelangelo and Black Marquinia Marble. Size: 11.7 x 4 x 17 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Nardo, Homage Collection by the Italian designer Matteo Cibic. Made in Italy, hand finished. This is not a vase but a card holder. Or perhaps a pen holder. Or maybe it is a vase, but with a mouth and ears. The important thing is understanding that one can be mistaken but still smile; like Cibic’s creations, which never renounce anthropomorphism and good cheer...

A vase that’s an homage to design and to marble itself, the Marquinia veins look skyward, toward the crater defined by round shapes and sinuous profiles, toward the reinterpretation ...

In this vase made using the engobe technique, soft pastel blue alternates with white. Thanks to its contrasting effect, this vase from the Crackled Line becomes an elegant and refine...

Precious candlestick in blown glass by Venetian artisans. The particular palm shape is a tribute to the exotic world, with a solid base, a slender stem and incredible detailed leaves...

Distinguished by plush materials and essential lines, this refined, small storage box showcases a structure in dark horn and wood with a lacquered, polished, black finish. This versa...

This exquisite bathroom set is an elegant addition to a contemporary bathroom or powder room, where it will provide a precious collection of item...

Marcello Morandini optical sculpture / multiple, Italy, 2005.

Wonderful Italian wooden door from Capri belonging to the 1960s, in a beautiful rustic chic style. The door is a classic rectangular door, but lower than the current norm because houses were smaller before. The door is made of fine wood and very durable, with clear scratches and wear, but this is what gives beauty to the object. The lower part is decorated with two pairs of rectangles, finely carved. The upper part, on the other hand, shows two glass rectangles, with a wooden bar dividing them in the middle. The door has a lock and handle: both are made of brass in patina, attached to the wood with two screws. The door is a wonderful piece of furniture to refer to the vintage and rustic...

The bright turquoise glaze of this striking terracotta vase brings the large, raised fish scale pattern into focus. Part of the Artemisia collection, this piece is entirely handmade ...

Acrylic sculpture attributed to Alan Fletcher for Pirelli. Intriguing combination of Pirelli cables with different shapes and colors.

Add a touch of decadence to your bathroom with this refined tissue box holder exquisitely and expertly handcrafted by L'Originale artisans using the ...

Magnificent multicolored Murano blown glass vase designed by the famous Ottavio Missoni and made in the 1980s, a true masterpiece that embodies the essence of artistic design of the ...

Soap holder in White Michelangelo and Black Marquinia Marble. Size: 20 x 9.8 x 3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Domenico, Homage Collection by the Italian Designer Matteo Ci...