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Ivory parasol handle modelled as an elegant lady, Belle Epoque, France, circa 1870

US$1,052.69 Excellent work with splendid patina,Size : long 33 - large 3,3 to 1,5 . 2 to 1,8Were VIEWED BY QUALIFIED EXPERT DR. MELDOLI LUCA This lot is accompanied by a certificate which lists the age, issued by a certified appraiser, in which this piece is confirmed to date from before 1947, in accordance with the CITES regulations. NO TRADING OUTSIDE OF EUROPE. Bidders need to be aware that several countries do not allow importing objects derived from endangered and other protected species, even if a certificate of origin is provided. By bidding, you confirm that you have familiarised yourself with customs laws and regulations of your own country.

La Courtille -A pair of biscuit dure porcelain groups - Parijs - circa 1790

US$1,585.83 Two beautiful detailed heavy antique biscuit dure figurines, signed with the crossed torches used by the fabrique of La Courtille (1773-1794). Probably dates from about 1790. In good condition with several minor chips and little missing parts (unavoidable with these detailed pieces after so many years).Measures about 38 cm. high.Shipping can be arranged, but at your own risk. You...

Mahogany Empire secretary with bronze fittings and marble top - the Netherlands - ca. 1820

US$742.20 Mahogany Empire secretary with bronze ornaments. The writing part is carried out in green leather. On top of the secretary lies a dark marble cover plate. The interior has several compartments and drawers. The secretary is in a very neat condition and comes with a key. Origin: The Netherlands.Dimensions:Height: 140 cm.Width: 98 cm.Depth: 48 cmPhotos complete this description. Due...

Large sculpture in Asiago pink marble depicting two horses - Venice - ca. 1950

US$681.59 Beautiful sculpture carved out from a single block of Asiago pink marble. It depicts two frightened prancing horses with windblown manes. The horse with the mouth completely open seems in the act of neigh for an imminent danger. The anatomy of these two animals is beautiful but they have some visible chips on the base and a repair on...

Bronze statue with signature - garden fountain - France - 20th century

US$9,897.24 Stunning bronze statue signed on the base, made in France after 1950. In this fountain the water comes out of the mouth of the fish. The item comes from the furniture of a French villa.Item of extreme quality and excellent workmanship, a unique statue worked and treated with great skill and ability.The metal patina, the care and the precision...

Grande statua lignea Gesu' - Italia centrale - inizi 700

US$1,856.74 Statua lignea Gesu' inizi 700,Italia centraleAltezza cm 110In buono stato, con diversi ritocchi.

Gilt console in Louis XV style - France - second half of the 19th century

US$2,289.69 Particularly elegant for its unusual shape. This was all made possible thanks to a special technique used to create all these inlays. Technique made with use of wood and pad with iron core, making this console a unique object in tis genre.White statuary marble top with chin-beak shape, typical of the period.Dimensions: 120x60 H 90 cm

Frederik Engel Jeltsema (1879-1971) - rare bronze female nude - the Netherlands - first half of 20th century

US$3,712.24 a female nude by the internationally renowned and award winning Frederik Engel Jeltsema (1879-1971). He participated in several art courses, first in Groningen and then in Amsterdam, and he won the Prix de Rome with his sculpture “De Smart” He became a close friend of the painter (and his later patroness) Geesje Mesdag-van Calcar, sister-in-law of the painter of...

Pietro Bazzanti and Son - Large Alabaster Sculpture of a Fisher Girl - Florence, Italy - 19th c.

US$2,784.49 Florentine alabaster sculpture signed ‘Bazzanti, Florence’. Note the attention to details, in addition to the choice of a highly unusual subject.All these elements make this work an object of great visual impact.Florence, 19th centuryGood condition with no damages.Size: height 85 cm

St. Cosma and Damiano, in paper mache - Late 19th century

US$681.59 Paper mache sculptures depicting St. Cosma and Damiano, who according to tradition were two Arab twins, doctors in Aegeae (Roman Syria), and first generation of martyrs during the Diocletian empire: they are revered by all Christian churches that allow the cult of saints. Patron saints of doctors.(polychrome, it may have been restored)Size: 43x34

Rare set of 4 brass altar candlesticks - Flanders - 17th century

US$1,547.49 Rare offer of four 17th century so-called "Flemish candlesticks", typical of the ‘Rubens time'.Size: 42 cm high. Brass. Weight 1.350 kg each.

Directoire walnut commode - France - ca. 1810

US$556.65 This LOUIS XVI commode has three large drawers and there are all the original handles. There is no key and the locks are missing, as visible in the pictures, so we recommend a general restoration. Material: walnut.Origin: France.Style: Louis XVI.Condition: to be restored.Dimensions: 130 x 61 x h 94.*In case of damages, the whole amount of the lot and...

Secrétaire à abattant - Charles X - France - circa 1830

US$3,712.24 Important and rare secrétaire à abattant, finely inlaid in light wood with motifs of palmettes and lyre in the typical French taste of Charles X style. The external structure is made of oak and veneered in mahogany feather. Inside there is a set of drawers, embellished by a light burr walnut. Some of them have a secret opening. The...

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