Virginia - Decorative Objects

An exceptional and rare Vienna Empire period Sewing box, ingeniously designed in the form of a miniature architectural nightstand and dating to the beginning of the 19th century. Crafted from solid mahogany and raised on a contrasting ebonized square plinth base, the cylindrical body is accented with finely chased ormolu vertical mounts featuring delicate neoclassical ornament. A diamond-shaped escutcheon reinforces the illusion of a functional cabinet, landing architectural character to the design. The piece is crowned with a white marble top set within a turned collar. The top unscrews by an integrated wooden threads to reveal a fitted interior with its original sewing implements executed in bone, ivory and glass with ormolu trim. The precision of the fittings and the clever mechanical construction reflect the refined craftsmanship of Period Viennese workshops. This example beautifully embodies the Viennese interpretation of Empire design with its architectural elegance, merging sculptural presence with function. A rare and sophisticated early 19th century Viennese sewing necessaire...

Here is an absolutely gorgeous 12 inch tall Majolica vase with a great combination of green, brown and yellow glaze. The applied decoration is fanta...

This striking studio pottery box by Dr. Sequoia Miller was created in the 1990s, a formative period before he shifted from full-time maker to one of the most important thinkers and c...

A striking and rare Murano glass footed bowl, blown in a vivid periwinkle blue using the refined bollicine technique—a hallmark of Venetian glass innovation. Dating to the 1940s, the...

A striking ceramic vase attributed to Gunnar Andersson for Höganäs Keramik, signed and dated 1979. The piece features gentle, deliberate curves and a luxurious matte glaze that delig...

A vintage pair of lovely and intentionally worn, warm Italian silver gilt 4 light candelabras with acanthus leaf and hollow swirl metalwork, they would add a decorative, classical to...

A beautifully proportioned arched-top box, expertly crafted and clad in tessellated penshell and horn inlay, arranged in a pattern that evokes the warm, organic elegance of tortoises...

A striking pair of mid-century ceramic vases by F.lli Marchi, Italy, circa 1960. Each piece features an organic, biomorphic silhouette with dynamic surface texture and presence. The ...

A stunning pair of Chinese Peking glass vases in a rich cobalt blue hue, accented with delicate silver inclusions that add subtle shimmer and depth to their surfaces. Peking glass, a...

A charming example of rustic French craftsmanship, this late 19th-century wine jug was hand-thrown in Provence around 1880. Made from terracotta and finished in a vibrant yellow glaz...

A late 18th century Chinese export leather covered wood trunk circa 1780. 8.5” H. x 23.5” W. x 16” D.

A finely carved and hand-painted wooden figure of a young girl holding a shaped tray, likely produced in Venice, Italy, during the 1960s. Standing with graceful poise atop a stylized...

A quietly powerful expression of Danish modernism, this shallow bowl by Eva Stæhr‑Nielsen for Saxbo distills form to its purest essence. Known for her deeply thoughtful and elemental...

A striking Murano glass vase by AVEM, expertly crafted in the celebrated tutti frutti style. Typically showcased on a clear background, this exceptional example features vibrant mult...

A charming single brass candlestick from England, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1870. Beautifully executed in brass, the candlestick rises with a sculptural baluster stem enrich...

French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746). Best known for his monumental statues of horses, Coustou was the royal sculptor for Louis XIV an...

A super cool and distinctive 1980s postmodern smiley face sculpture, expertly handcrafted from hammered brass sheets brazed together to form a seamless, playful expression. This one-...

A rare and exquisitely crafted British Empire travel jewelry box, made in England circa 1840. The exterior is richly veneered in burled yew wood and amboyna, prized for their deep fi...

This commanding studio pottery vase is the work of Virginia artist Marlene Jack, a nationally recognized ceramicist whose practice merges Eastern aesthetic philosophy with American s...

A stunning mid-20th-century box veneered in rich Brazilian Rosewood, dating to circa 1940. The hinged lid is framed by a striking Dutch ripple-style molding, expertly carved from sol...

A rare and visually arresting pair of hand-sculpted Murano glass figures by Archimede Seguso, dating to the 1940s. These elegant depictions of peasant farm workers are infused with a...

An exquisite Chinese porcelain joss stick holder dating to the early 19th century, crafted in the renowned famille rose palette. This piece is beautifully shaped in the form of a cap...

A dazzling pair of Italian majolica tabletop sculptures inspired by Tang Dynasty Chinese horses, reimagined in a brilliant chrome yellow glaze that transforms these traditional forms...

An elegant Murano Art Deco style pedestal bowl crafted in the distinctive Pulegoso glass technique, characterized by its bubbly, textured surface reminiscent of frothy sea foam. Whil...

Large 19th century Chinese papier mâché Painted Box Depicting Lion and Flowers. China, 1801-1900 Measures: 10.25" H, 17.75" Dm.

A captivating and finely crafted vintage Moroccan box, made circa 1900, fashioned from richly figured burled Amboyna wood. Designed in the form of a stacked set of antique books, thi...

Pair of rare early 19th century French Empire figural bronze candlesticks featuring patinated putti figures dressed in stylized costume, each supporting a foliate ormolu candle branc...

A playful and finely crafted brass hinged box, formed in the shape of an oversized pocket watch and stamped “Made in Italy” near the rear bezel. Constructed entirely from solid brass...

Incredible 18th century chinoiserie tall case clock with faux tortoiseshell and scenes included figures, ho-ho birds, and a British ship. Remarkable lacquer work. Clock is signed Tho...

A finely hand-thrown footed bowl attributed to Alfredo Santarelli, a key figure in the 19th-century revival of Renaissance Italian maiolica. Executed in the Urbino tradition, this pi...

A stunning and extremely rare triangular vase executed in the Primavera glass technique, a short-lived and still-unreplicated invention by Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso. This e...

Archimede Seguso mid-century Murano Opaline Glass Large Ellipse shaped console bowl, part of the Alabastro Glass series which was produced during the 1950s. Objects in the shade of ...

Mid century vase by Peter H. Voulkos, circa early 1950's. This piece was made during Voulkos' time at the Archie Bray Foundation of the Ceramic Arts in Helena, Montana. Vase features...

Dimensions: 11” Deep x 16.5” long x 8” tall This striking 18-inch wide decorative art glass bowl vase is a true testament to the skill and creativity of hand-blown glass artistry. C...

An organic form with chip carved accents, topped with a thin corseted neck and spout. This piece executed in camphor wood by expert wood carver Doug Ayers in the 1970s. Doug Ayers i...

An exquisite pair of Gustavian Swedish crystal girandole candelabras for the table with marble bases and bronze fittings will lend warmth and elegance to your decor in every season. ...

A striking and large-scale sculptural candelabrum by celebrated American designer Arthur Umanoff, featuring a wrought iron frame finished in its original teal enamel—a rare and sough...

An enchanting and elaborate pair of 19th-century Russian candelabra, masterfully crafted from solid brass with rich Turkish design influence. These ...

A refined pair of mid-19th-century English candlesticks, beautifully crafted in solid brass with sculptural, turned stems and well-proportioned octagonal bases. Their design embodies...

A super rare six-light candelabra by Arthur Umanoff, a celebrated American designer known for his ability to blend modernist form with handcrafted, natural materials. This sculptural...

Late 18th Century George III English Box. Veneered in beautifully highly figured burled ash with small inlaid shield shapes. Made in England circa 1790. A beautifully crafted late 1...

Archimede Seguso, mid-century Murano nature inspired Pink Opaline Glass decorative bowl with ribbed outline and feathered rim. It is part of a series of opalescent glass objects crea...

Important model of a mid-century Murano Glass decorative console bowl designed and produced by Archimede Seguso in the early years of 1950. It is part of the “Losanghe” series which ...

19th Century brass jardinere or cachepot for Kindling Beautifully etched brass. Recently polished. Measures: 16" H, 13" diameter (22.5" H with handle...

The Guggenheim Vase is a beautiful, black, architectural vase designed by 101 Copenhagen and hand-finished in Denmark. Due to the hand-finished matte surface, this vase is not suita...

Large Mid-Century Abstract Reclining Figure Wood Sculpture by Joseph Martinek Joseph Martinek (1915-1989) was an American sculpture who studied ...

Deco Period Cold Painted Bronze Parrot Form Doorstop

A small reclining woman sculpture. Made in the 1950s.

Evoking the golden hues and timeless rhythm of rural Provence, this late 19th-century wine jug is a soulful relic of French country life. Made circa 1880, its hand-thrown terracotta ...

Great decorative bronze elephant with wooden tusks.

Vibrant painted wood sculpture of a lounging coyote by artist Markus Pierson. Piece depicts a coyote in a striped suit laying on a teal settee with a beverage in one hand and a phone...

Small Spanish Colonial Neoclassical Ceramic Urn. Two handles with lion heads and cherub details. Made in Peru circa 1640. A rare and early Spanish Colonial glazed ceramic urn, made ...

Handmade 19th century French Provincial wooden bowl Measures: 3.5” height 13” diameter.

A charming pair of 19th-century French Provincial candlesticks, turned from solid beech wood with a beautifully weathered whitewashed finish. Crafted in France circa 1860, these rust...

A superb example of late 18th-century French provincial metalwork! This large copper candlestick exudes sculptural presence and timeworn beauty. Hand-forged in Provence around 1780, ...

Glass bust sculpture titled Testa di Donna by Livio Seguso. Signed on bottom, dated 22-3-1976. This stunning example of Seguso’s work is in his famous smoked glass which turns lavend...

An elegant late 19th-century French dome-top box, made circa 1900 and constructed from beautifully burled amboyna wood. Renowned for its striking grain and warm, glowing patina, the ...

An 18th century Anatolian terracotta storage jar with applied wavy banding and remnants of old whitewash, suggesting long use and age. Originally for olive oil or grain, now a sculpt...

A beautifully evocative early 19th-century Anglo-Indian brass box, crafted in India around 1820 for the English export market. Formed in the shape of ...

Pair of 18th-century English lead putti, originally intended as architectural or garden ornaments. Young, draped putti in contrapposto stance, each holding their arms aloft—likely on...