Early 19th century

Porcelain pencil holder "Monkey in the shape of Napoleon".

Porcelain pencil holder "Monkey in the shape of Napoleon".

Porcelain pencil holder "Monkey in the shape of Napoleon". H-12cm.

Early 19th Century Pair of Louis XVI Directoire Style Candlestick Lamps

Early 19th Century Pair of Louis XVI Directoire Style Candlestick Lamps

French Empire Cup.

French Empire Cup.

Silver plate

Set of Art Nouveau style vases (3 pcs.)

Set of Art Nouveau style vases (3 pcs.)

Silver pot

Porcelain vaseurn with lid

Porcelain vaseurn with lid

Silver coffe pot with bone handle

Silver coffe pot with bone handle

Silver sugar-basin

Silver sugar-basin

Glass vase with engravings

Glass vase with engravings

18th Century Oil Painting of Child with Tambourine Walking on a Panthera

18th Century Oil Painting of Child with Tambourine Walking on a Panthera

The child, at the center of the composition, is dressed in an immaculate white tunic that delicately falls over their shoulders and stops just above their knees. The simplicity of the tunic, devoid of excessive ornamentation, highlights the purity and innocence of childhood while adding a touch of grace and lightness to the scene.In their right hand, the child firmly holds a tambourine stick. This detail not only evokes an atmosphere of play and cheerfulness but also subtly alludes to antiquity, dear to artists of the Empire who often sought to blend classicism and modernity. The childs posture, captured in mid-motion, demonstrates a liveliness and spontaneity that make the scene even more authentic and touching.The child appears to walk confidently on a panther skin carefully laid out under their feet. The spotted and luxuriant texture of the skin sharply contrasts with the bright whiteness of the tunic, creating an interesting and sophisticated visual interplay. This luxurious element recalls the opulence and grandeur of the Empire era, where every detail is meticulously designed to evoke magnificence and splendor.The background of the painting is treated with artistic sensitivity that highlights the main subject without distracting from it. Soft shades and harmonious tones envelop the scene, creating a soothing and elegant atmosphere. The light seems to gently caress the childs features, accentuating the volumes and adding an almost tangible dimension to this timeless representation.Although unsigned, this painting from the Empire era delicately and finely captures a scene imbued with innocence and beauty. The attention to detail, mastery of textures and contrasts, and balanced composition testify to the artistic skill of the painters of that time, while offering a work full of charm and majesty.Dimensions with frame: 90x115 cm.

Gold earrings with enamel

Gold earrings with enamel

Portrait Of General Goethals Attributed to Gustaaf Wappers (1803-1874)

Portrait Of General Goethals Attributed to Gustaaf Wappers (1803-1874)

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Gold 18K diamond ring.

Gold 18K diamond ring.

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Pair of bronze sconces in the Empire style.

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Art Deco style glass fruit vase.

Art Deco style glass fruit vase.

Showcase in mahogany and gilded bronze in Sormani style. France 19th century.

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Pair of gilded bronze candelabra. 19th century

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Ladies cabinet Bonheur du jour

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Paired sculptures Horses Marley.

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Crystal jug with silver. Early 20th century.

Crystal jug with silver. Early 20th century.

Chandelier for 25 candles. 19th century.

Chandelier for 25 candles. 19th century.