19th century

Fruit vase. Carl Thieme.

Fruit vase. Carl Thieme.

Large porcelain fruit vase, T and X sign (cross), corresponding to Carl Thieme - Potschappel, Germany.

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Sculpture Romantic couple

Sculpture Romantic couple

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Wooden frame in Louis XV style.

Wooden frame in Louis XV style.

BOULLE STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

BOULLE STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

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Snuff Box with Alexander I portrait

Snuff Box with Alexander I portrait

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Round wooden box.

Round wooden box.

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Girl with a lyre. DRESDEN

Girl with a lyre. DRESDEN

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A pair of salt cellars in a gift case.

A pair of salt cellars in a gift case.

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Bronze figure of Bodhidharma

Bronze figure of Bodhidharma

Painted flowerpot-kashpo

Painted flowerpot-kashpo

PAIR OF SCULPTURES “MOORISH PORTERS” FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SCULPTURES “MOORISH PORTERS” FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

An elegant pair of life-size figures executed in polychrome painted wood, representing a striking example of French decorative salon sculpture of the 19th century. The sculptures depict two Moors dressed in richly interpreted Oriental attire, with carefully rendered details of fabrics, headdresses and accessories.The figures are conceived in dynamic poses: one holds a tall staff topped with a spherical finial, while the other raises a chain with a pendant, lending the composition a ceremonial and stately character. The contrast between the dark polished surface and the vibrant polychromy of the garments enhances the decorative effect and emphasizes the theatrical quality of the imagery. Gilded accents on the footwear, belts and draperies create an impression of opulence consistent with the taste of the Historicism period.Such sculptures served as impressive interior accents in grand salons and entrance halls of mansions. In addition to their representational function, these figures were often used as incense burners or holders for accessories, acting as a decorative substitute for servants within the interior setting. The bases are formed as multi-faceted pedestals imitating marble, enriched with gilded moulded bands.Dimensions: Height approx. 150 cm; width approx. 100 cm each.Condition: Good. Polychromy and gilding with natural age-related wear. Minor traces of time on the bases. Structurally stable, without visible losses.Provenance: Private collection.

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Porcelain figures of Buddha

Porcelain figures of Buddha

Chinese porcelain vases, urns (2 pcs)

Chinese porcelain vases, urns (2 pcs)

Leather portfolio with silver overlay. Russia, 1908-1917.

Leather portfolio with silver overlay. Russia, 1908-1917.

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Beautiful chair with armrests

Beautiful chair with armrests

Painted porcelain plate

Painted porcelain plate

Ivory box with mother-of-pearl inlay.

Ivory box with mother-of-pearl inlay.

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Porcelain coffee pair

Porcelain coffee pair

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Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Round gold enamel powder box Violettes Paris circa 1860. On a noble, dark brown background with a golden net and antique grotesques, the lid depicts a preening nymph with a cupid adorning her hair. The vignette at the base depicts a flirtatious scene, apparently with the same cherub, dove and basket of flowers, again in pursuit of the escaping mistress. Labeled: Violettes Paris. On the inside of the rim there is a memorial date: April 18, 1880. Parisian gold hallmarks from 1838, corresponding to 750 standard, are on the bottom of the powder compact. Inside the lid there is an original mirror. Height: 3cm. length-5cm. Weight:73.94g

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Porcelain figure Chess game

Porcelain figure Chess game

Porcelain figure Angel

Porcelain figure Angel

Faberge-style pendant egg

Faberge-style pendant egg

Wine rack Louis XVI style

Wine rack Louis XVI style

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Porcelain vase

Empire style porcelain vase

Empire style porcelain vase

Porcelain figurine Lady in Green. France. 19th century.

Porcelain figurine Lady in Green. France. 19th century.

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Porcelain vase on a bronze base

Porcelain vase on a bronze base

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