Antiques
Antonio Argenti (1845-1916) - bust depicting Christ in white Carrara marble - Italy - circa 1880
US$1,226.00
Wonderful bust by the sculptor Antonio Argenti (born in Viggù, Varese, Italy in 1845 and died in 1916). Signed A. Argenti on bottom right. White Carrara marble bust depicting Christ, caught in the moment of ecstatic communion with the Most High God. Softly moulded, it shows a high quality level and is carved out of a single marble block.The head is tilted to the right, the gaunt face shows regular features and is characterized by a straight nose. The veiled eyes gaze towards the sky, the tiny lips are slightly opened. The cascade of wavy vaporous hair drooping onto the shoulders is opposed to the beard, skilfully carved into separate locks. Many are the artist’s graves at the Monumental Cemetery in Milan and abroad. Especially noteworthy are his magnificent monument for the Osborne a'Hanan family in London and the mortuary chapel built in Dorno. Varese, Italy - circa 1880. In good condition, with expertise of its originality. From a private collection. Dimensions: height 40 cm, length 38 cm, width 25 cm. Weight: 41 kg.
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Large antique column mantel clock (62 cm) with bronze fire-gilded adornments - with original console and glass bell jar - France, c. 1850
US$616.68 Large antique French column mantel clock (62 cm) with wonderful fire-gilded bronze decorations and ornaments. With original wooden console and glass bell jar; these have small, discrete damages. With enamel dial and the inscription 'Durand Fg Du Temple No. 21, Paris'.This clock comes with winding key and pendulum. Movement has recently been serviced and works well. France, circa 1850.Measurements...
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copper bowl with the 12 apostles in enamel - early 20th century
US$776.06
copper bowl - early 20th centuryIn good conditionwith inlaid enamel apostle figuresDiameter 54 centimeters
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A mahogany transition Louis XV/Louis XVI cabinet, the Netherlands, circa 1780
US$3,234.19
The cabinet has recently been restored, very professionally, and is in truly exceptional condition.The cabinet is richly decorated with medallions, garlands, and hardware. Dimensions: 230 x 158 x 65 cm.The cabinet can be sent and placed within the Netherlands at extra charge.It is also possible to send it and place it in Belgium or Germany at extra charge.
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Iron mortar - Italy - 17th century
US$693.92 Antique and authentic iron mortar made in the 17th century. The item comes from a private villa in Milan (collector). Size: height cm 28.5, diameter cm 35.6, weight 53 kg. Rare for its dimensions and age. Lombard founder, Italy. Bowl-shaped smooth flared body with a small round base. The diameter of the base is smaller than the one of...
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Pair of candlesticks in bronze and Siena yellow marble - Napoleon III - ca. 1860 - France
US$798.13
Important pair of French candlesticks in bronze and marble, made in the second half of the 19th century. They are unique for the stem in Siena yellow marble, surmounted by a finely chiselled gilt bronze capital. The base is composed of three leaf-shaped feet, resting on a bronze base.Size: 13 x 13, height 33 cm.
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Large oak wooden sculpture of Maria on the crescent Moon - 16th century
US$1,839.00 Beautiful large oak sculpture of Maria on a crescent moon. She has her hands folded in prayer, fine face with her long hair falling far over her shoulders.It dates back to the 16th century and the origin is Germany or France.Nice soft patina on the wood. The sculpture is 90 cm high! The sculpture has some old-age damage in...
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"R. Durant ma faet faire 1602" - Bronze cauldron with three paw feet and semicircular handle - France (?)
US$1,839.00
Rare French bronze item to boil water, dating back to 1602, as per inscription.Body with concentric rings and the inscription: "R. Durant ma faet faire 1602".Weight approx. 5 kg.It was auctioned in 2005 at the value of €5,479.00.Dimensions: diameter 17 cm.Height 16 cm. Height with raised handle 25 cm.
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Léopold Harzé (1831 – 1893) - two terracotta sculpture groups - Belgium - dated 1870 and 1869
US$552.93
Two terracotta sculptures by the Liège sculptor Léopold Harzé (1831 – 1893), dated 1870 and 1869. Dimensions- Sculpture from 1870: 36 cm high and 37 cm wide (slightly damaged, legs little boy)- Sculpture from 1869: 36 cm high and 33 cm wide.
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Large ‘Schwarzwald Bär’ floor lamp - artistic woodcarving - Germany - ca. 1930
US$614.23
Large floor lamp, bear lampArtistic woodcarving, very detailed and true to life Total height 168 cm (up to the end of the lampshade)Height of the bear 97 cmAge ca. 1930Old bulb fitting, should be newly electrified, lampshade has been replaced.
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Ivory Coprus Christi (19 cm) Circa 1850
US$540.67 Ivory Living Christ (19 cm), 19th century. Circa 1850 (possibly older).Living Christ and titulus crucis made of ivory. The whole is set on a gilded wooden frame with velvet background.Frame dimension: Height: 35 cm - Length: 23 cm.Christ: Height: 19 cm - Length: 12.5 cm.Christ in very good condition, finely carved.Expert's report attached.With TPS file.Pre-convention: specimen prior to 01/06/1947...
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Head of ‘Onze-lieve-vrouw’ - Flanders - Baroque - 17th century
US$552.93
Head of ‘Onze Lieve Vrouw’ - Linden wood - Flemish Baroque - 17th century.Sculpture from the period of Rubens - by hand or from the vicinity of Hendrik Frans Verbruggen - Antwerp (1634-1724).Height besides the (recent) pedestal 15 cm - width 11 cm.
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Twee kristallen parfumflesjes met gouden monturen, Nederland, laat 19e eeuw
US$648.55
Twee prachtige kristallen parfumflesjes, rijk versierd met goud.Van het flesje op het voetje mist het stopje.Het flesje, compleet met foedraal heeft ietwat gewelfd goud door ouderdom en gebruik in het verleden. Verder verkeren de flesjes in gave staat. Het goud is naast rijk gedecoreerd ook gemerkt.
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