Wonderful 18th-19th Century Wood & Gesso Santo Feet

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1837 VR: item #740991
2231

Here we have a wonderful religious artifact that dates to the 18th-19th century. They are carved of wood, were gessoed and enameled over that. Very little of that remains, more gesso than enamel, but you can see small areas of skin toned paint on the tops of both feet. They are almost life sized, well formed and well carved, and a wonderful relic. They measure approximately 8" in length.

Original Diorama Of The Titanic

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1920: item #683381
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Original old glass and frame, 1912, accompanying the diorama is "The New York World" newspaper of the sinking of the Titanic, the diorama is in very good original condition. 36"x13"x4". ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE VERMONT ANTIQUES DEALERS ASSOCIATION (VADA), THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). **

Italian Giltwood Miniature Frame

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1960: item #663386
1842

Offered here are two Italian gilt wood frames, made in Florence. Each has incised decoration around the edges and in the corners. The gilding is burnished over a red bole. The backing and the stand are papered in a blue and white fler d'lis motif. The outside measurement is 4.5" by 5.5" approximately, and the inside oval measures about 2.25" by 3.25". The glass is present in each frame. They are priced individually.

Beautiful Small Santo Head, 18th-19th Century

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1837 VR: item #642375
1733

This is a very finely carved santo head dating to late 18th century to early 19th century. It is carved of dark, very dense wood. Remnants of old paint and a lovely patina remains. The proportions are perfect. The head measures 3.75". One the stand it is 5".

Early Carved Wood Head, prob. Santo

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1800: item #616234
1574

Offered here is a wonderfully evocative carved wood sculpture of a head, presumably a santo head. I am pretty sure it is at least 18th century, and possibly earlier. It definately has characteristics that are masculine, if will you notice the heavy brow ridge, and the straight nose, and the turn of the mouth. As you can see, there is a crack that runs down one side of the face, a piece of the other side of the face that has loss, losses to the nose, and parts of the ears are missing. (That so... Click for details

Inlaid Tea Caddy /w Brass Lion Head Ring Handles c1820

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1837 VR: item #614676

British Inlaid Tea Caddy with Brass Lion Ring Handles with hinged lid. Two separate tea areas with wooden sliders, one for green tea and one for black tea; both tea boxes are made of cedar wood and can be removed.

Measurements: 9.75 inches long x 6.5 inches high

Condition: Very Good, some slight stress lines on the top of the lid, part of ... Click for details

Wooden Tug Boat Model

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1920: item #607308
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Wooden boat - paint decorated - circa 1920. 29"x26". ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE VERMONT ANTIQUES DEALERS ASSOCIATION (VADA), THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). **

Antique Burl Wood Music Box

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1910: item #527085
1090

This little music box has the loveliest surface of burled wood with this warm dark patina, tiny age cracks, and a great feel. There is a small inlaid brass plaque in the center of the top, flush with the surface. It can be monogrammed if you choose to do that. It does not have a lock, but lifts with a small decorative piece at the front. The interior is compartmented, and has a little wire that trips the music box when opened. It winds underneath. There is a paper label that reads Paris an... Click for details

Fine, Early Santo, Mahogany & Ivory, 14 Inches

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1910: item #519581
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This is a beautifully carved figure, carved from a single piece of mahogany. It dates to the late 18th to early 19th century. It was deaccessioned from the National Museum of the Philipines in Manila and sold through Sloan's, after which I acquired it. I am pretty sure the head is ivory, and the head is fitted with glass eyes. He's missing one arm and the hand from the other arm but the form is so fluidly beautiful that it doesn't matter. The carving is lovely, from the drape of his clothes ... Click for details

Tiny Blackforest Carved Stamp Box

Archives: Decorative Art: Handiwork: Wood Pre 1910: item #514210
1038

This is an adorable tiny box to hold stamps. It is hand carved in a grape vine motif with a small cluster of grapes and grape leaves. Carved into the bottom is "TETE NOIRE". There are ink stains on the box, but it doesn't detract from the charm of this small wonder. The lid fits securely, the hinge works fine, and there are no chips or cracks and no repairs. The box measures 2.25" by 1.25" and is .75" deep. Circa 1900.