Antiques
A fine tortoise-shell, shagreen and gold mounted snuff box with a miniature portrait depicting Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-1689) - France - circa 1795
US$2,474.00
After a portrait by Sebastian Bourdon (1616-1671), currently in the Nationalmuseum, Stockholm. watercolor on ivoryThe miniature 39 x 31 mm.The box diam. 7.8 cm., height 3 cm.
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An attractive collection of 6 cold-painted Vienna bronze Orientalist figures - 3 marked 'B' for Bergman foundry - Austria - early 20th century
US$1,794.89 A collection of 6 cold-painted Vienna bronze Orientalist figures - Austria - early 20th century 3 statues are marked 'B' for Bergman foundry. All statues have numbers; 2 statues are marked “Gesch...” (of which one also has a 'B' and the other a number). In fairly good condition, some loss of polychromy, see photos From a private collection of...
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A Ceylonese black ebony, coromandel, porcupine quill and bone inlaid box, Colonial India, Sri Lanka, last quarter 19th century
US$836.21 There are numerous variations of porcupine quill boxes on the market, and they vary enormously in quality. As a general rule, the more inlay and marquetry work that has gone into the box likewise quantity and quality of the porcupine quills used, the finer and rarer it is. The existence of an inner compartmented tray and bigger size are...
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9 plaques with Saints - cast silver - probably from Rome, Papal States - Italy - 18th century
US$1,856.74 For collectors of antique religious items, a masterpiece belonging to a noble family of Rome and attributed to the Roman school of the Papal States, of the early 18th century. The lot is composed of 9 plaques in 925 silver, finely hand cast, embossed and engraved with 8 figures of Saints and ecclesiastics, plus a large coat of arms....
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A mahogany Chiffonière, the Netherlands - circa 1830
US$805.29
With six wide drawers, which run well and are equipped with (later) brass-copper fittings.The locks are original and working.The chiffonière has a beautiful chestnut colour,the sides have a small shrinkage crack,but are well restored, hardly visible.Height 162 cm.Width 105 cm.Depth 49 cm.
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Great Habsburg Imperial Coat of Arms, Trani marble, crafted and carved by hand - Double-headed Eagle - Austria - Late 19th c
US$1,596.97 Magnificent and great Habsburg imperial arms in Trani marble, entirely crafted and carved by hand, depicting a two-headed eagle with open wings (symbology borrowed and bonding with the coat of arms and the flag of the Holy Roman Empire). It comes from the Austrian area, it was placed on the top of a large indoor fireplace flue of an...
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Bronze ten light chandelier (crystal) in Napoleon III style, France, circa 1900
US$1,015.58 A beautiful gold plated bronze chandelier.Richly hung with many cut crystals.The chandelier has very nice detailed Renaissance elements.With many almond and oak leaf crystals.In very good condition considering the age.Completely cleaned and the wiring works perfectly.Dimensions: height 78 cm. Diameter; 78 cm.Weight: 22 kilos.The chandelier will be carefully packaged and sent by registered mail.When the chandelier stays in Netherlands.The...
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La Courtille - biscuit dure porcelain group - Paris- circa 1790
US$952.49 Beautiful detailed heavy antique biscuit dure group, 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 42,5 cm. high.Shipping can be arranged, but at your own risk. You can...
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A green hardstone and 18K gold mounted micro-mosaic snuff box - in the manner of Rafaelli - Italy - circa 1830
US$6,186.24
Green hardstone and gold 18K mounted snuff box, with canted corners, unmarked. On the cover a rectangular micro-mosaic depicting the Rome Collosseum. Approximately 1830.Snuff box dimensions: 7.2 x 4 x 1.5 cm
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Rosso Levanto Marble Column - early 1800s -Naples - Italy
US$867.14
Function and style come together in this marble column, a piece of furniture that will give a touch of class to your home. Neapolitan, of early 1800s, made of Rosso Levanto, marble of rare quality that has not been extracted anymore since one hundred years ago.Measurements: 35x30 H 128 cm.
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Crucifix with Ivory Christ - Spain - 18th/19th Century
US$1,114.54 The ivory Christ made in Romanesque style. It has extensive age wear and traces of repairs to the arms, feet and chest. Dimensions: 38 x 31 cm. The cross made of gilded wood, inlaid with carved yellow stones. It has a very old repair in the middle and a few losses to the gilding. Total height 82 cm. Provenance:...
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A bronze blacksmith on marble base - signed Beck - ca. 1920
US$619.74
A detailed bronze sculpture of a blacksmith, with a horseshoe in one hand and in the other hand a hammer. The sleeves casually rolled up. Very nice patina in combination with the colour of the marble base.Total height (including pedestal): 29.5 cm.Total width - 14 cmPedestal: 6.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 cmIn good condition
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Charles X sofa in rosewood with maple inlays France, early 19th century
US$1,856.74 Boat-shaped rosewood sofa with arched legs and shaped backrest, upholstered with striped fabric. The entire structure is finely inlaid with light maple wood, with delicate scrolls of leaves, flowers and butterflies, creating an amazing naturalistic effect. The inlays are made with a particular effect, through the use of contrasting dark and light wood, typical of the French Charles X...
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