Objects d'Art

A white carrara marble sculpture, circa 18th century. Purchased from a private collector.

Dimensions: 
Figurine - L 18 1/2 in.; W 14 in.; H 45 1/2 in.   |   Base - L 15.5 in.; W 15 1/2 in.
 

19th century ivory chess set with black laqueer wood board. Board folds to store chess pieces, edge is decorated with gilded lanscape of florals and trees.

Stunning Bruckmann & Sohne figurine centerpiece, circa late 1800s. Highly stylized with great attention to detail. The angel figurine features a seated angel above a small platform holding a vine and jar supporting a crystal dish, raised above a square shaped base embellished by engraved foliage and floral motif.

Bruckmann & Sohne was founded in 1806.

Measurements:  L 6 1/2 in.; W 6 1/2 in.; H 10 in. (with dish) / Dish diameter 9 1/2 in.

Weight:  945 grams

Markings:  Base is marked with Germany hallmarking symbols of crescent moon and crown, 800 for the silver, with Bruckmann & Sohne makers mark, and with designers initials 'A.P.'

Blue and white swatow dish from the factory of Zhangzhou in China, c. late 16/17th century. Composed of strong porcelain with a beautiful simple design created by the use of only blue and white color. The pattern features alternating florals bordered by a geometrical décor.

Dimensions: 18.5 in. diameter; 4.5 in. tall

A beautiful Chinese cloisonne box, c. late 17th / early 18th century in the Empire period. Enameled with multitude of florals, cover is decorated with a central medallion enclosed within a bard and foliate floral spray motif. Circular cloisonne box and cover.  Shows signs of wear, some restoration over time, and there is a small chip (current condition as described and shown in photos).

Measurements:  4 in. tall; 12 in. diameter

A unique 19th century crystal and silver perfume bottle with original stopper. Features large fluted base, silver lip and crystal fluted stopper.

Markings:  marked '800' for the silver standard and '9', most likely the silversmith's number.

Measurements:  diameter 6 1/2 in.; height 6 in.

German Silver figurine toothpick holder, circa late 18th century. Composed of a standing man, anchor, and bucket above a raised plateau base with moulded border.

Dimensions:  3 1/2 in. L; 2 in D ; 4 in. H

Markings:  marked '13' for German silver marking used during 18th/19th century. Also stamped with town mark and makers mark CD, Christian Drentwett.

A beautiful solid Murano glass tortoise. The tortoise is composed of red and clear glass. Underside of the piece is signed by the artist and marked Murano. Artist has not been identified.

Measurements:  L 14 in.; W 10 in.; H 5 in. | (35.6 cm.; 25.4 cm.; 12.7 cm.)

Weight:  12 lbs

Pair of French Louis XVI style gilt bronze candelabras, c. late 19th century. Each on white carrara marble base. Both feature putto figurines holding a torch issuing the four candle arms raised on a column with foliate columns raised further on a round marble base and three curved foliate feet.

Measurements:  L 11 in. (27.9cm); W 11 in. (27.9cm); H 23 in. (58.4cm)

Fine French porcelain candlesticks by Jacob Petit, mid 1800s. Surface is hand painted pink, white, and gilded with floral and scenic landscaping motif. Markings: Underneath each candlestick is marked with Jacob Petit's signature blue 'J.P' marking.

Dimensions:  5 in.; 5 in.; 10.5 in.  / 13 cm.; 13 cm.; 27 cm.