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MAJOLICA JARDINIÈRE IN THE FORM OF A BOAT WITH GRIFFINS

MAJOLICA JARDINIÈRE IN THE FORM OF A BOAT WITH GRIFFINS

A majolica jardinière in the form of a decorative boat, executed in an expressive Historicist manner with elements of Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque design. The composition is conceived as a fantastical vessel with raised sides, crowned by sculptural figures of attacking griffins. Their elongated necks and open jaws lend the piece a sense of dynamism and theatricality characteristic of decorative arts at the turn of the century.The body is embellished with relief cartouches featuring ornamental and zoomorphic decoration in brown, cream and turquoise-blue tones. The sculptural modelling is accentuated by the contrast between the glossy glaze and the richly toned lilac-pink interior bowl. The piece is set upon a substantial metal base with bronze finish of complex profile, covered in a noble patina that enhances the monumentality of the composition and ensures visual stability.The combination of majolica and metal reflects a distinctive late 19th-century European tendency toward the synthesis of materials and decorative techniques. The jardinière would have served as a refined interior accent in a winter garden, salon or formal reception room.Marks: Not found.Dimensions: Height: 29 cm; Width: 37 cm; Depth: 15 cm.Condition: Good. Gilding even. Minor wear to the base. No deformations, cracks, restorations or signs of active use.

18K white gold ring with cognac-colored Cetrine and diamonds. Italy. Second half of the 20th century.

18K white gold ring with cognac-colored Cetrine and diamonds. Italy. Second half of the 20th century.

Ribbon, semicircular, two-tone gold earrings, 750 assay value, with diamonds. 13.28 gr.

Ribbon, semicircular, two-tone gold earrings, 750 assay value, with diamonds. 13.28 gr.

Art Nouveau style chandelier. France, 20th century.

Art Nouveau style chandelier. France, 20th century.

Photo frame in Neo Rococo style. France. 20th century.

Photo frame in Neo Rococo style. France. 20th century.

Umbrella stand. Europe, early 20th century.

Umbrella stand. Europe, early 20th century.

Japanese Chin dog figurine. 20th century

Japanese Chin dog figurine. 20th century

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

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

Cup holder Openwork flowers. USSR 20th century.

Cup holder Openwork flowers. USSR 20th century.

Pocket watch holder. Early 20th century.

Pocket watch holder. Early 20th century.

Novgorod Icon of the Mother of God The Sign in a Silver Frame. Russia. 19th Century

Novgorod Icon of the Mother of God The Sign in a Silver Frame. Russia. 19th Century

The Novgorod Icon of the Mother of God The Sign is a bust image of the Most Holy Theotokos, raising her hands in prayer. On the chest of the Mother of God, against the background of a round sphere, is depicted the blessing Divine Infant Christ holding a scroll in his left hand - a symbol of teaching. The fields are decorated with chased plant ornament. Wood. Levkas, tempera, silver., chasing. Hallmarks: none. Size 15x13 cm.

Anniversary porcelain plate Royal Copenhagen.

Anniversary porcelain plate Royal Copenhagen.

Drawing from the series Proletariat

Drawing from the series Proletariat

Hammer and Sickle

Hammer and Sickle

Girl with a lyre. DRESDEN

Girl with a lyre. DRESDEN

Drawing from the series Proletariat

Drawing from the series Proletariat

The composition Central Cafe in the style of the Russian avant-garde.

The composition Central Cafe in the style of the Russian avant-garde.

Drawing from the series Proletariat

Drawing from the series Proletariat

In the sun

1980. canvas, tempera. 140x150 cm

Porcelain plaque Lovers, Tricks of Cupid. Europe 19th century.

Porcelain plaque Lovers, Tricks of Cupid. Europe 19th century.

Silver award cup with engraving

Silver award cup with engraving

Silver spoons (4 pcs.)

Silver spoons (4 pcs.)

Silver candlesticks 2 pcs.

Silver candlesticks 2 pcs.

Doctor Kruger traveling cup for club matches between IRRB RTK

Doctor Kruger traveling cup for club matches between IRRB RTK

Silver tray

Silver candlesticks, 2 pcs.

Silver candlesticks, 2 pcs.

Silver tablespoons (6 pcs.)

Silver tablespoons (6 pcs.)

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