Extraordinary Rare Large (20") Charles Catteau (1880-1966) Art Deco Plate

Incredibly Rare & Exquisite Singing-Bird Box Inspired by Charles Bruguier Inlaid with Gold, Mother-of-Pearl and Enamel 為珍珠、珍珠母和琺瑯鑲嵌的歌鳥盒 For nearly two centuries, miniature singing bird boxes have captivated collectors around the world. With masterpieces being produced by French, German, and Swiss artisans, these delicate and intricately ornate boxes combine the simple eloquence of technological machinery with fantastic artistry. This particular offering is directly inspired by famed Swiss craftsman Charles Bruguier, produced in a rich and vibrant tortoiseshell fascia. The ornate flower petals and nature motif is offset by the vibrant colors and underlying miniaturized bird with an ivory beak and natural feathers. When wound, the front slide opens the bird lid and activates the movement and song of the finely crafted mechanical device. The detailing of the machinery is remarkable, while the pastoral scene adds a sense of old-world charm to any collection. These were highly sought-after pieces of art by nobles and royalty alike as the utility of automata was still in vogue during the 19th century. Charles Bruguier only crafted 27 singing bird boxes a year from his small studio. Although we cannot verify the origin of this particular piece, the matching artwork...

This is a superb, highly decorative original, and rare authentic antique French Empire silvered bronze mantel clock, circa. 1870. The work is rend...

Rare Art Deco Gilt Guilloche Enamel Teaspoon Set in Original Leather Case Of pure 1920s extravagance with a custom rainbow of gilt, guilloche enamel...

Magnificent Hand-Painted Floral Porcelaine Royale Jardinière from the collection of Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach This is an extraordinary decorative piece of fine porcelain china...

An Exceptional Very Fine French Mid-19th Century Triptych Gilt Bronze Sculptured Figural Empire Mantle Clock with Two Cherub Oil Lamps This is an extraordinary and exceptional piece of finely sculptured gilt bronze and antimony three-piece garniture from (1830-1850) France depicting Europe and Africa. The rectangular marble base of the mantel clock is surmounted by a large and impressive patinated bronze figural of two women sculptures...

Mid-19th Century Palais Royale French Mother-Of-Pearl & Ormolu Sewing Etui in a Display Case Extraordinary French Antique Palais Royal Sewing Nece...

This is a museum quality Belle Epoque - Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece with a Lapis Lazuli Pharoah, adorned with Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamonds, Ruby, and Pearls and set in 14...

A fine Art Deco mixed metals vase. From the La Pierre Manufacturing Company's 'Babylonian' line. In sterling silver and copper. Consisting of a copper body with a wide sterling s...

Daum Nancy Art Deco Vase Cameo glass vase, monumental landscape, signed Daum Nancy From the 1930s.

Emile Galle Art Deco Vase Beautiful Art Deco piece that was made in France in the 1930s An overlaid and etched glass vase, cameo signature G...

Beautiful Art Deco piece that was made in France in the 1930s An overlaid and etched glass vase, cameo signature Gallé. Beautiful orange and red colors combining a special ombre loo...

Little figure of a fashionable 1920`s Lady wearing a trousers suit, a hat with feathers and gloves. It stands on a base that is made out of hammered silver. The figure is engraved on...