Early 20th century

1 2 345 6 7 ...10

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

A very pleasing Ciwara crest, singularly small and accompanied by its original headdress, depicting a stylized antelope leaning on a pangolin. The antelope is ridden by a woman, and white horsehair has been added to the tips of the horns. The piece is carefully sculpted, with notches decorating the bodies of the antelope and the pangolin.Rattan, plant fiber, cowries, wood Very fine velvety mat patina, Circa 1950An animal called Ciwara is said to have taught the Bambara how to cultivate the land, and during agrarian ceremonies, they recall the myth through the stylized representation of an antelope whose name ci wara means “fawn of the earth”.During these ritual ceremonies, the mask-cimier became the attribute of a costumed dancer who gave it life and speech.Worn at the top of the skull and held in place by a sort of small wickerwork cap, these crests accompanied the dancers during rituals dedicated to agricultural work.The masks would leap across the field to chase away evil spirits, revive seeds and restore vitality to crops.

Silver cigarette holder with gold inlays

Silver cigarette holder with gold inlays

Decorative dish Flowers. Gardner factory, Russia, 19th century.

Decorative dish Flowers. Gardner factory, Russia, 19th century.

Coffee service. 1900

Coffee service. 1900

Louis XVI style table. France, early 20th century.

Louis XVI style table. France, early 20th century.

Eight-candle chandelier in the Rococo style. France. Early 20th century.

Eight-candle chandelier in the Rococo style. France. Early 20th century.

Lorgnette with leather case

Lorgnette with leather case

Pocket watch holder. Early 20th century.

Pocket watch holder. Early 20th century.

Amethyst figurine Swan

Amethyst figurine Swan

Porcelain figure Pantera

Porcelain figure Pantera

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

This exquisite and large still life oil-on-canvas painting portrays an abundant range of food items carefully arranged on a table against a dark backdrop. At the center, a large fish rests on a red dish, surrounded by a brass container filled with white asparagus and leafy greens. To the left, a white pie sits near pieces of bread, an orange, and a knife, while to the right, a bowl of red berries is placed next to a tall goblet and a small group of fish and peeled shrimp as well as lemons and more herring.The central symbol in this painting being fish is considered a symbol of the origin of life in accordance with the traditional cosmogonic concepts of most peoples of the Earth; life originated from water. During ritual worships, fish dishes, as well as fish sacrifices were presented to all gods of the underworld and the moon goddesses of water, love and fertility.The artist of this piece uses predominantly warm colours and dramatic lighting from the right side to highlight the textures and surfaces of the items, With its very generous dimensions, measuring 152.3 in width and 112cm in height, this painting would make a fantastic and eye-catching centre piece of any luxurious and large space such as a living room or a hallway. It is dated back to early 1900.

Porcelain composition Musicians

Porcelain composition Musicians

Colored crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Colored crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Art Nouveau cabinet

Art Nouveau cabinet

Porcelain figurine A woman who plays with the ball

Porcelain figurine A woman who plays with the ball

Decorative porcelain plate Riga

Decorative porcelain plate Riga

Porcelain figurine Goat

Porcelain figurine Goat

Two French Art Nouveau majolica vases

Two French Art Nouveau majolica vases

20th Century Louis XV Style Ceremonial Commode in Marquetry and Marble Top

20th Century Louis XV Style Ceremonial Commode in Marquetry and Marble Top

We present you this beautiful Louis XV-style bombe chest of drawers with two drawers and no crossbar from the early 20th century. It is adorned with rich gilded bronze decorations representing foliage motifs and soft shapes on the front and sides. The floral marquetry is showcased in cartouches on the front as well as both of its sides, with lavish bronze accents complementing it. The rest of the chest is veneered with satinwood. It is crowned with a cream-coloured marble veined with green and violet. The entire piece is veneered on an oak frame. Despite its size, it can be seamlessly integrated into an entryway, living room, or even a bedroom. This is the work of a Parisian craftsman from the Faubourg Saint Antoine, renowned for its long and storied reputation and skilled craftsmanship.

Porcelain decorative plate Fish

Porcelain decorative plate Fish

Porcelain ashtray Cat and mouse

Porcelain ashtray Cat and mouse

Murano glass figurine candlestick

Murano glass figurine candlestick

Two Art Nouveau green glass vases

Two Art Nouveau green glass vases

Porcelain figure Fennec foxes

Porcelain figure Fennec foxes

Silver award cup with engraving

Silver award cup with engraving

Silver spatula

Porcelain figurine-vase Parrot

Porcelain figurine-vase Parrot

1 2 345 6 7 ...10

Subscribe to our newsletter
Never miss new auctions

Subscribe

Your latest views

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

Fireplace clock in Boulle style

Fireplace clock in Boulle style

Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).

Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).

Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Porcelain group Romantic couple.

Porcelain group Romantic couple.

Glazed ceramic pedestal

Glazed ceramic pedestal

Painting Water lilies. Lishchenko D.A. First quarter of the 20th century

Painting Water lilies. Lishchenko D.A. First quarter of the 20th century

Pair of Vases Gallant Age.

Pair of Vases Gallant Age.

Hunting wine cooler.

Hunting wine cooler.

Pair of Art Nouveau vases

Pair of Art Nouveau vases

Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.

Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.

Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.

Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Pair of silver candelabra. Vercelli 1920.

Pair of silver candelabra. Vercelli 1920.

MEISSEN coffee service for six persons. After 1933.

MEISSEN coffee service for six persons. After 1933.

Gold 18K ring with sapphire and diamonds.

Gold 18K ring with sapphire and diamonds.

Miniature silver samovar. Early 20th century.

Miniature silver samovar. Early 20th century.

Silver, gilded, with painted enamels samovar.

Silver, gilded, with painted enamels samovar.

18K White gold ring with diamonds.

18K White gold ring with diamonds.