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Item Ships From: South Coast
Studio Giraffe Vase by Borowski Glass Studio
By Studio Högl Borowski
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Polish Studio hand blown glass giraffe vase with powder coated steel feet by Borowski Glass Studio.
In beautiful vintage condition. Can be used as a vase or a bowl.
Measurements:...
Category
Early 2000s Polish Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Art Nouveau Bronze Bowl with Engraved Medusa Medallion
By Carl Sorensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique piece from the Art Nouveau ear. This bowl is elegant and commanding. Simple lines work in this piece that exudes history and class. A piece that evokes its era (...
Category
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Scavo Murano Glass Vase by Franco Moretti
By Franco Moretti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Italian hand blown Scavo Murano glass vase, designed by Franco Moretti in the 1980s.
Measurements: 15.5” high, 8” wide and 6.5” deep.
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Bennett Bean Large Scale Ceramic Vessel With Butterfly Accents
By Bennett Bean
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large earthenware ceramic open vessel created by Bennett Bean of Blairstown, New Jersey. Piece has a wonderful finish which includes hand painted areas al...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
$477 Sale Price
82% Off
Pino Signoretto Abstract Sommerso Glass Sculpture
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wonderful sommerso abstract glass sculpture by the Italian master Pino Signoretto. It is signed on the base with some additional words we cannot make out. It is numbered 7/250. We do...
Category
20th Century Italian South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Brutalist Owl Sculpture in Raw Metal on Quartz by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical brutalist owl sculpture in raw metal on quartz base by Curtis Jere for Artisan House, circa 1967. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 11.5"W x 4.5...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Quartz, Metal
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Statue of Arlequin by Charles-René de Paul de Saint-Marceaux
By René de Saint-Marceaux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Bronze Statuette of Arlequin by Charles-René de Paul de Saint-Marceaux.
Cast by Barbedienne.
The mischievous Harlequin, arms crossed in contemplation, wearing a grin and a mask, treading the boards of the stage, as befits his leading place in the Commedia dell'arte. Signed by the fondeur, Ferdinand Barbedienne, having the foundry cachet, and dated 1879, and the sculptor's name, St. Marceaux.
French, Circa 1880.
Paul de Saint-Marceaux (1845-1915) Son of a Reims wine merchant, entered the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris under the tutelage of Jouffroy, exhibiting at the Salon of 1868, studying later in Italy. Considerable success followed, and he was awarded gold medals at the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1889, having been elected as a Chevalier to the Legion d'Honneur in 1880, and later becoming an officer. His public Parisian works may be seen in the Champs-Elysees (Alphonse Daudet the noted novelist) and Alexander Dumas...
Category
1870s French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Painted Wooden Carousel Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Category
20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of Modernist Black Lacquer Wood Midcentury Candleholders
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of Japanese Mid-Century Modern, black lacquer wood candleholders circa 1950s in a glossy finish and very nice condition retains old label. Each candleholder has an ope...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Lacquer
$140 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hand Carved Stone Column Base Pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Column Base pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA . Nicely hand carved 17th century Renaissance stone column base appli...
Category
17th Century French Renaissance Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Venetian Carved Giltwood light Torchiere Candleholder Floor Lamp Collectible LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Venetian Carved Giltwood light Torchiere Candleholder Floor Lamp Collectible LA. Very Fine and Rare Pair of 18th Century Hand Carved and Gilt w...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Art Glass Vase by Murano
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Large art glass vase by Murano, circa 1990s. It is wonderful very heavy clear piece with intricate overlay glass work in blue and yellow. The vase...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare, 19th C., Sicilian, Green Glazed Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large pair of relief molded, period, hand-sculpted terracotta urns in lush green glaze. Each piece features two, classical-style goddess-like figures in robes surrounded by foliate...
Category
1850s Italian Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
$12,750 / set
French Bronze and Marble Egyptian Inspired Clockset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French bronze and marble Egyptian inspired clockset. Bronze with black patina.
Measurements of urns: 13.5" H x 5.25" D x 5.25" D.
Category
19th Century French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Rare Bowl Hand-Carved
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and very rare attributed to Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker. No labels but according to the owner this piece was purchased with a lot of items by Don Shoemaker hand carved ...
Category
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
Large 19th Century French Marble Mortar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved from pristine white marble, this 19th-century French mortar marries utility with elegance. The piece features a gracefully tapered conical base and is accentuated by four demi...
Category
1860s French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Rose Medallion Shouldered Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite antique Rose Medallion shouldered vase from late 19th-century China, showcasing the artistry and elegance of Qing dynasty porcelain. The vase features alternating panels...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Massive Polished Glass Sculpture
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful and unique glass sculpture with polished sides, circa 1950s. Great condition no chips not signed.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Cut Glass
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
1960's Space Age Electric Wall Clock by General Electric Lime Green Rare
By General Electric
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool beautiful color Lime green plastic case with electric movement General Electric, wall clock in working condition original cord very nice simple design, and beautiful colo...
Category
20th Century American Space Age South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Unusual Metal Handmade Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An unusual handmade metal sculpture. Magnets do not stick, so it's likely stainless steel or aluminium. It rotates on the base. Not signed, but the metal is finished nicely. Some sur...
Category
20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Rare and Unique Hand Turned Wood Bowl Made in Sweden
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and simple design on this hand turned solid wood bowl, retains label made in Sweden and some mark. A hairline crack that’s been repaired is t...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
1970's Mouthblown Glass Decorative Pear Sculpture Signed by V Williams
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Green Glass Pear sculpture circa 1970's great condition signed by V Williams.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Deep Blue Cartier Oval Alarm Clock Model 7511
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage deep blue enamel alarm clock with gold details, model 7511. It stands on two Cartier "C" shaped bases. The back is etched "Cartier Paris 7511 08240 Swiss Made".
Made in Franc...
Category
1980s French Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Deer on Marble Base, c. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enchanting Art Deco bronze sculpture depicting a deer standing gracefully on a two-tone marble plinth base. The texture and tone of the bronze bring this majestic creature to life, e...
Category
1930s French Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Figurine, Fine Casting and Marble, the Favorite after Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine detailed casting of a dancer by the artist dh Chiparus, has the mark on the base plate. All solid marble base. After the original and is super detailed and patina finish. A he...
Category
1980s North American Art Deco Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Ormolu And Sevres Style Porcelain Three Piece Mantel Clock Garniture Set
Located in Cypress, CA
Exceptional Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style ormolu and Sevres style porcelain 3 piece clock garniture set
Dial marked: Richond / Boult. / Montmartre 21 Paris; Movement marke...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu
Antique Austrian Brass Candleabra with Phoenix
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Austrian brass candleabra with phoenix, circa 1900. Beautiful ornate design with four with 1" openings for the candles. The piece is in good condition and measures 14"W x 8.5...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Frederico Cantu Large Impressive 1986, Bronze of a Mother Nursing
By Federico Cantú
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large and impressive work by the California or Mexican noted artist Frederco Cantu (1907-1989). It is signed and dated 1986. Quite large and heavy.
A brief bio follows from askant:
Federico Cantú...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$9,375 Sale Price
25% Off
Hand Woven Rope Basket / Magazine Holder by Gunther Lambert
By Günther Lambert
Located in San Diego, CA
A super nice hand woven rope basket / magazine holder by Gunther Lambert, circa 1980s. The piece is signed on the side, is in very good vintage conditi...
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Rope
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Three Silverplate Vases by Lino Sabattini
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A three-piece set of silver plate vases, circa 1970s designed by Lino Sabattini (Italian, born 1925). A minimalist design by celebrated Gio Ponti collaborator and Christofle director...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
$3,800 / set
Stepped Obelisk Fossil Stone Tower
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Egyptian/ Greek Influence
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
Hand Carved Teak Bald Eagle Head Sculpture on Wood Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A truly striking hand carved teak bald eagle head sculpture on wood base, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 15...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Antique Lapis Blue Porcelain Garnitures by Sevres of France
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite pair of lapis blue porcelain and brass garnitures by Sevres of France, circa late 1800s. The set is in very good antique condition with no chips or cracks. Gorgeous pair! #...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
French 18th Century Skeleton Clock by Charles Voisin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 18th century Skeleton clock with oval glass panel by Charles Voisin.
Category
18th Century French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark
Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid-Century Modern Brutalist spider MCM Style mad...
Category
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$100 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Toyo Bronze Quails
Located in Pasadena, CA
Bring a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your home with this exquisite Set of Toyo Bronze Quails. Crafted in Japan, these charming sculptures are made...
Category
Mid-20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$400 / set
Pair Signed Murano Glass Vases
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of mid-century, signed, Murano light green glass vases with opaque glass embellishment.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
$8,000 / set
Art Deco Figurine, Female Javelin Thrower
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very well cast sculpture of a Female Athlete in full action pose. Title is (Amazone Au Javelot ) in French. The Amazon Girl! Lost wax bronze with multi patina's. Possibly by the Ar...
Category
1990s American Art Deco South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Post Modern Lino Sabattini Harmony 1989 Candlesticks Silverplate
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of Lino Sabattini post modern silver plated candlesticks from his Harmony series of 1989/90. They are marked on the side of one upright. they each have four candleho...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Modern Quilted Vase in Black Oak with Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Vase by Kifu Paris is an exquisite piece that effortlessly merges modern design with luxurious craftsmanship. Handcrafted from black oak, its surface is adorned with a disti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$285 Sale Price / item
40% Off
1920s Powder Painted Vase With Rope Top Rung
Located in Pasadena, CA
Powder Painted Vase with rope Top Rung. Measures approx - 13 diameter x 21 high
Category
20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Italic Black Glazed Pottery 4th BC
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare original antique italic black glazed pottery.
Category
Early 1600s Italian Classical Roman Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
White Onyx Hand-Carved Hand-Polished Bowl
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand-carved in Mexico from a single piece of onyx. One of a kind A spectacular, organic, vessel of white transparent stone with natural veining and inclusions. This stunning bowl is...
Category
2010s Mexican South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx
Livio Seguso for Oggetti Colorful Glass Sculpture
By Livio Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A signed and labelled sculpture by Livio Seguso for Oggetti. Beautiful color and design. Signed por Oggetti seguso A.V. This piece is quite stunning and in good condition, with age a...
Category
20th Century Italian South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$1,000 Sale Price
37% Off
Set of 3 Chromed Metal Hexagon Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish set of 3 chromed metal hexagonal candle holders. The set can be set aside with each piece of placed apart. The hexagonal design and chrome finish give a very industrial clean...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Chrome
$148 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Small Iridescent Art Glass Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Small Iridescent Art Glass Bud Vase, circa 1970s. This vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 2.25"D x 4.5"H. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Chinese Dragon Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderfully detailed bronze Chinese dragon vase, circa mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Patinated Bronze Figurative Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A very interesting patinated bronze figurative sculpture on marble base signed "KE 11/12", circa 1988. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 6"W x 2.75"D x 11.25"H. To me, th...
Category
Late 20th Century American South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Pink Quartz
By Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
$773 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Studio Ceramic Cachepot by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Gary McCloy, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s Studio ceramic planter or cachepot with purple and copper glazing by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. Hand signed and marked exclusively for Steve Chase....
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Postmodern Lucite Tissue Box in the Style of Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in San Diego, CA
l Beautiful solid lucite tissue box in the style of Charles Hollis Jones, circa the 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition no chips or scratches ...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Post-Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Lucite
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Streamline Moderne Copper 1940s Wafer Wall Clock by Henry Dreyfuss
By Henry Dreyfuss
Located in San Diego, CA
Henry Dreyfuss (American, 1904–1972) Wafer Clock, Model SK 174 by The E. Ingraham Co. Ultra rare in copper. USA, 1940
Dreyfus is one of the most important American Industrial Designe...
Category
1940s American Streamlined Moderne Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Copper
Organic Wooden Sculpture, California, 1970's
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning carved wood organic abstract sculpture.
by T. Clasen.
California, 1970's.
Category
1970s American American Craftsman Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-Blown Murano Burri Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Burri Vase in clear with 24-karat gold flecks is a true testament to the unparalleled artistry of Murano glassblowers. Each vase is hand-blown, showcasing organic, freefor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,890 Sale Price
25% Off
Minimalist Modern Italian Polished Glass Bowl / Centerpiece by Salvatore Polizzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Minimalist modern Italian polished glass bowl / centerpiece by Salvatore Polizzi, circa 1980s. The bowl is in very good vintage condition with no c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Sculpture Cast Head Zeus God Bust Antique Mounted on Base Decorative Bibelot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sculpture Cast Head Zeus God Bust Antique Mounted on Base Decorative Bibelot . Bust inspired by Classic models . head mounted on a black base representing a bearded male character....
Category
Early 20th Century European South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
$2,160 Sale Price
24% Off
Pair of Large Brass Koi Fish Figural Sculptures
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of large Asian heavy cast brass koi fish sculptors newly mounted on black lacquered wood and metal bases. Each fish is finely crafted and sightly d...
Category
1950s Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$1,395 / set
California Studio Pottery Vase with Dimpled Sides
Located in San Diego, CA
A California studio pottery vase with dimpled sides circa 1960s. This very unique piece measures: 4.5"D x 8.75"H and is unsigned. It is in ve...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Late 19th Century Italian Marble Bust of an Emperor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graceful bust sculpture made of rich carrara white marble, finely depicting a Roman emperor. Made in Italy in the late 19th Century.
Dimensions:
31"H x 23"W x 14"D
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Other Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Carrara Marble
17th C. Hand Carved Stone Planter Jardinière Decorative Antiques Center Piece LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
17th C. Hand Carved Stone Planter Jardinière Decorative Antiques Center Piece LA . Beautiful Circa late 1600’s carved limestone Vasque jardi...
Category
17th Century French Antique South Coast - Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Limestone
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