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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Paire de torchères "aux lions" période George III
Located in PARIS, FR
PAIRE DE TORCHERES « AUX LIONS », PERIODE DE GEORGE III 1790 - 1800, TRAVAIL ANGLAIS Paire de torchères tripodes, constituées d'un fût cannelé et décoré d'un frise de feuilles d'ea...
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British George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

4 Teotihuacan Marionette Heads
Located in Culver City, CA
A group of 4 highly unusual Teotihuacan Marionette heads used for shamanic rituals. These would have been mounted on poles(They have an opening in the bottom that runs all the way in...
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Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Louis XIV Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Louis XIV candlesticks. Louis Quatorze heavy brass candlesticks in three parts, their smaller size indicative of their original use on...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Genuine Megalodon Shark Tooth in Display Box (342.5 grams)
Located in New York, NY
This genuine Megalodon Shark Tooth, sourced by divers in waters off the coast of the Carolinas, is 100% genuine and measures approximately 5" long. This specimen is accompanied with ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Stunning Vanadinite
Located in London, GB
This exquisite specimen features a stunning Vanadinite crystal from Morocco. The Vanadinite showcases vibrant red-orange hues, characteristic of this mineral, and is of a substantial...
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Moroccan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Bronze

Genuine Megalodon Shark Tooth in Display Box (300.9 grams)
Located in New York, NY
This genuine Megalodon Shark Tooth, sourced by divers in waters off the coast of the Carolinas, is 100% genuine and measures approximately 5" long. This specimen is accompanied with ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Exceptional Large Swedish Limestone Tobacco Box ca 1700-1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Exceptional Large Swedish Limestone Tobacco Box ca 1700-1830 This incredible stone box is crafted by a master carver and vividly showcases the subtl...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Late 17th Century Reliquary Bust of a Bishop in Gilded Wood
Located in NICE, FR
This exceptionally majestic and unique reliquary bust carved in gilded wood represents a bishop adorned in golden robes. The torso is draped in a toga revealing a round cavity that o...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Derby Figure of Shepherdess with Garlanded Lamb, ca 1760
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Derby figure of a shepherdess with a garlanded lamb, made in or shortly after 1760. The figure is one half of a set called the "Garland...
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English Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Canary Yellow Calcite Mineral Specimen – Rudny, Kazakhstan
Located in Edison, NJ
Although abundant, the many shapes, colors, and associations of calcite make for a seemingly infinite number of permutations. This allows collectors to have entire suites consisting ...
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Kazakhstani Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Multi-gemstone

French 18th Century Baroque Hand Carved Gilt-wood Standing Lion On Curl
Located in Buisson, FR
Gorgeous hand-carved wooden lion with its original weathered gilding. France circa 1750 Weathered, small losses and old repair . Measurements include the wooden base. H:37,5cm W:28...
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French Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century Satinwood Domed Tea Caddy
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Charming Late 18th Century Satinwood tea caddy, Having Attractive Conch Shell Inlaid Decoration To Front And Domed Top, Enclosing Double Lidded Interior. This attractive satin...
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English Sheraton Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Satinwood

18th Century, Italian Carved Wooden Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel-wing. Rare and very decorative item placed on a wooden base, Italy, circa 1750. Weathered. Measurement is inclusive the wooden base. H:32,5cm W:22cm D:5,5cm
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Megalodon Tooth //3.9" High
Located in New York, NY
This huge megalodon tooth is five to ten million years old out of South Carolina, USA. The megalodon was the biggest predatory shark to ever live. Reaching lengths of 70 feet or more...
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American Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone

Montesquieu Portrait Tortoiseshell Snuff Box
By Jacques Joseph de Gault
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exquisite miniature of French philosopher Charles Montesquieu graces the lid of this tortoiseshell-lined snuff box. The handsome portrait was fash...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Enamel

17th Century Nuremberg, German Iron Strongbox Jewels Casket
Located in Soquel, CA
Ornately painted cash box with iron hardware and key, on the original stand. Interior of box measures 8"W x 4"H x 3.75"D Exceptional, small, late-renaissance, table-top, Nuremberg, iron, 'Wedding Box', strongbox or travelling safe with its original, naïve, painted decoration This is a rare and small example of these characterful, early models of transportable safes. The much larger traditional chest...
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German Jacobean Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

Ancient Greek 350BC South Italy Campanian Black Terracotta Handled Kylix Vase
Located in Miami, FL
A Ancient Greek Kylix vase. Campanian ancient Greek red terracotta stemless kylix (drinking cup) with two handles. from the Magna Grecia period. Made between the 350-300 BC in the G...
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Italian Classical Greek Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

18th Century Hand-Carved Jichi Wood Guanyin Figure
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful sculpture realized in China in the 18th century depicts Guanyin, a Bodhisattva associated with compassion. The female form holds a pot in her hands. She appears draped...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Gold and Agate Sewing Nécessaire
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning specimen of agate distinguishes this diminutive French sewing nécessaire. The segments of beautiful hard stone are perfectly complemented ...
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French Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Gold

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Baroque Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Wondeful Baroque giltwood candleholders , Italy, circa 1750-1780. Weathered, repairs and small losses. Measurement individual.
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

A French Ormolu Quarter-Striking Pendule D'Officier By Le Roi & Fils
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb quality French ormolu grande sonnerie pendule d'officier with alarm by Le Roi & Fils. The ormolu case profusely decorated with floral swag friezes and oval floral mounts to ...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Genuine Spinosaurus Dinosaur Tooth (68.2 grams)
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Spinosaurus (Dinosaur) tooth. Spinosaurus (meaning "spine lizard") is a genus of theropod dinosaur that lived in what now is North Africa, during the upper Albian to upper T...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Statuette of a Nuragic Warrior 18th Century before J-C
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful statuette of a Nuraghic warrior dating from 18 century before J-C. The warrior rests on a hollow base. He carries in his right hand a weapon, surely a knife, and in his left hand a shield decorated with a four-petal flower. He is wearing a headdress decorated with two horns. This statuette was realized in bronze by a technique of casting of "lost wax" (a process of precision), and carries a label in the hollow base: "bronzetto nuragico guerriero" (bronze nuragic "warrior"). The Nuraghic culture makes its appearance in Sardinia, in the age of bronze...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French, 17/ 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered.
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Swedish turned birch Bowl 18th century
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish turned birch Bowl 18th century Beautiful patina with soft gray tones. Old repairs and owner's mark. Made out of birch wood. Height: 9.5 cm/3.7 inch Diameter: 35 cm/13.7 inch
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch

Blue and White 'Cranes in pond' Dish, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
At the center, it features five elegant cranes depicted against a pond setting, each portrayed in varying postures. The background harmoniously incorporates lotus flowers and other aquatic plants. Cranes in East Asian culture symbolize purity, longevity, and loyalty, and their depiction here enhances the themes of peace and harmony. The outer rim of the plate is encircled by a continuous lattice border, within which are alternately placed floral and geometric patterns, delicately executed. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Size : 20cm (Diameter) x 3.5cm (Height) Condition : Excellent Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies 2) Qing Dynasty Export Blue and White(淸代外销靑花瓷) - Vung Tau Cargo Catalogue / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House 3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea * Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Late 18th / Early 19th Century Italian Giltwood Neoclassical Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Very nice handcarved giltwood neoclassical angel, Italy, circa 1780-1820. Weathered, small losses Measurements include the wooden base.
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Unusual Black Amethyst Druze Formation on Metal Stand
Located in London, GB
An exquisite black amethyst druze cluster with polished stalactite. Rare and notoriously difficult to find, this stunning and unique black amethyst druz...
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Uruguayan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Quatre importants termes, fin XVIIe - XVIIIe siècle, Flandres
Located in PARIS, FR
Suite de quatre importants termes en bois sculpté relaqué gris représentants des hommes drapés à la taille, aux bustes dénudés soutenant sur leurs têtes des putti. Par paire, deux te...
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Belgian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725 Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Unusual Swedish 18th Century Hand-Made Country Solid Birch Root Bowl
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unusual Swedish antique bowl from the late 1700s. The bowl is a large and heavy root bowl in an organic shape made in solid birch root. Made by hand with a great patina after 200 yea...
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Swedish Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch

Early 18th Century Hand-Carved Polychrome Wood Baroque Italian Cherub
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A lacquered wood sculpture of a sitting Cherub hand carved and painted in Italy in the early 18th century. The cherub has been mounted on late 19th century on a wood base. It's in or...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique English Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy, circa 1790
Located in Bath, GB
A very handsome George III tea caddy, made from Mahogany and beautifully inlaid with panels and highly decorative foliate marquetry to the front and top. The top has a handsome cast ...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany

High Quality Half Amethyst Geode with Calcite Formation
Located in London, GB
A stunning half geode with an incredible amethyst and overlaid calcite formation at the bottom. The interior of the piece is a very deep cavity which presents very high-quality ameth...
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Uruguayan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Pair Chinese Export Porcelain Vases and Covers, c. 1775
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine pair of Chinese Export porcelain vases and covers. Dating from the third quarter of the 1700s, and originating in the Jingdezhen region of China, near the important China Trad...
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Chinese Chinese Export Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

English George III Period Early 18th Century Walnut Box with Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georges III period walnut box from the early 18th century with slanted lid and brass hardware. This exquisite English George III period walnut box from the early 18th cent...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Stunning Azurite-Malachite
Located in London, GB
This striking specimen is a combination of Azurite and Malachite, sourced from Morocco. The piece features a captivating interplay of deep blue Azurite crystals and vibrant green Mal...
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Moroccan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Late 18th Century English Oak "Grandmother" Clock
By Robert Wells 1
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
English clock, a "Grandmother" size, c.1770-80. With single weight driving time & strike. 30 hour birdcage movement. The bell is marked R. Wells. Robert Wells, father, worked in Wilt...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Late 18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - 'UNG: SULPH'
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 18th Century french glazed porcelain apothecary/pharmacy jar with lid- 'UNG: SULPH' By: Charles-Antoine Acloque Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel Technique: molded, p...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Quartz Sphere with Golden Rutile
Located in London, GB
Admire the captivating beauty of this stunning quartz sphere, intricately infused with golden rutile from Brazil. The sphere's polished surface magnificently highlights the delicate ...
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Brazilian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - 'BUTYR: CACAO'
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 18th Century french glazed porcelain apothecary/pharmacy jar with lid- 'BUTYR: CACAO' By: Charles-Antoine Acloque Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel Technique: molded,...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Porcelain Bowl Hand Painted Blue and White, 17th Century Ming Export
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a hand painted Chinese Export porcelain bowl, which we date to the 17th century, Ming Dynasty. The bowl is fairly thickly potted with a fairly high, slightly undercut foot and an everted rim. The bowl is decorated inside and outside, in varying shades of under-glaze cobalt blue with various symbols and designs separated by curvy lined panels...
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Chinese Chinese Export Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

16th Century Marble Mortar
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 16th century Marble Mortar from Rome, Italy. Magnificently carved from Carrara marble with stunning putti and a pouring spout.
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Antique Floral Dutch Ceramic Vase With Detachable Top Dated 1846
Located in Seattle, WA
Antique Dutch Vase with beautiful Patina. Signed at the bottom as pictured.There is a cracked as Pictured too. Sourced in Amsterdam Dimensions. 7 W ; 7 D ; 4 1/2 H
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Mid-Century Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Meissen Gilt-Metal Mounted Etui / Bodkin Case, circa 1755
Located in Maidstone, GB
Meissen Gilt-Metal Mounted Etui / Bodkin Case, circa 1755, cylindrical case painted with floral trails between blue-scale borders, the ends painted with perched birds, 12cm long.
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German Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

c. 1350-1767 Benjarong Bowl
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Benjarong bowl, likely Chinese stoneware for the Thai market, Ayutthaya period, 1350-1767. Enamelled with Theppanom in a prayer posture among scrolling vines on a yellow ground (4 ...
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Thai Aesthetic Movement Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

c. 1300-1500s Bronze Buddha From Aytthaya, Thailand
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Bronze Buddha from Historic City of Ayutthaya, Thailand, circa 1300-1500s. Found in the ruins of Ayutthaya by famed ichthyologist Dr. Hugh McCormick Smith in the 1920s. The ancient c...
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Thai International Style Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Ayutthaya Period (1350-1767) Siamese Benjarong Bowl
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Ayutthaya Period (1350-1767) Siamese Porcelain Benjarong Bowl. 5-color decoration of Thepphanom and Narasimha. Gift of either King Rama VI or King Prajablok of Siam, in the 1920s to ...
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Thai Aesthetic Movement Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Dazzling Triangular Pyrite
Located in London, GB
This stunning piece of Pyrite from Peru, often referred to as "Fool's Gold," is a remarkable example of nature's craftsmanship. The specimen features a unique triangular shape that e...
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Mexican Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Pyrite

Enchanting Labradorite: A Symphony of Colors
Located in London, GB
This magnificent piece of Labradorite from Madagascar is a true testament to nature's artistry. Known for its mesmerizing play of colors, this specimen showcases a stunning array of ...
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Malagasy Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Exquisite Fluorite with Galena
Located in London, GB
This stunning piece of Fluorite with Galena, hailing from Tennessee, USA, is a magnificent addition to any collection. Its rich purple hues, accented by the metallic sheen of Galena,...
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American Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Mesmerizing Agate with White Quartz
Located in London, GB
This captivating slice of Agate with White Quartz from Brazil is a truly stunning natural wonder. The agate features a beautiful mix of colors, with swirling bands of deep blue, warm...
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Brazilian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Agate, Bronze

Pair of Bow Porcelain Element Figures, "Water" and "Land" , circa 1765
Located in Maidstone, GB
Pair of Bow Porcelain Element Figures, "Water" and "Land" , circa 1765, both brightly coloured, 'Water' depicted by Neptune and a large fish, and "Land" depicted by Ceres and a lion.
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English Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Gleaming Quartz Sphere with Golden Rutile
Located in London, GB
Immerse yourself in the splendour of this gleaming quartz sphere, featuring exquisite golden rutile inclusions from Brazil. The sphere's flawlessly polished surface enhances the intr...
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Brazilian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Antique hand Painted / Gilt Decorated German Decorative Piece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Presenting an exquisite antique German decorative vase, meticulously hand-painted and adorned with gilt gold accents. This captivating piece features an intricate exterior design, sh...
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German Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Large Hand Painted & Decorated English Porcelain Tableware Decorative Rooster
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Presenting an exquisite pair of hand-painted and decorated English porcelain rooster figurines. Each rooster features bold and vibrant hues of yellow, green, blue, and red, capturing...
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English Arts and Crafts Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Vibrant Sulfur Crystal Specimen
Located in London, GB
Introducing a vibrant sulfur crystal specimen from Sicily, Italy, showcasing a brilliant yellow hue that is both striking and rare. This extraordinary piece is a perfect example of n...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Piece of Blue Azure Lapis Lazuli
Located in London, GB
This remarkable piece is a polished Lapis Lazuli slab, displaying an intense, deep blue color that is both rich and captivating. Originating from the mineral-rich regions of Afghanis...
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Afghan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

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