Exquisitely carved and crafted bronze and cloisonne Chinese lamp features six detailed ornate dragons, carved scenes, topped by an ornate foo dog. Circa 1840. h. 45" diameter 15".
A truly special piece, this rare antique Chinese finely crafted carved all solid dense Rosewood server display stand from the 19th Century. The finest superlative Master mitered joinery is demonstrated throughout this exceptional piece. This 19th Century engineered joinery represents the most elaborate development of the miter, mortise and tenon ever developed anywhere, including through-tenon, three way mitered joints, and feathered tenon joints; requiring extreme precision many patient skille ...click for details
Pair of finely crafted American Victorian upholstered chairs, featuring gracefully carved mahogany wood and stylized angled back legs for plush comfort. Porcelain casters. Circa 1880. h. 35" w. 27" d. 33".
This late 18th Century, George III fine rosewood double tea caddy is elegantly crafted in the Sheraton style. An outstanding celebration of the understated, (more simple than much later ornate styles) this neoclassical piece displays exceptional rosewood grain and matching rosewood on the double tea compartment lids inside. The piece includes the original crystal mixing bowl. Please note a repair on the mixing bowl - see photo. Also exhibits 18th Century hand made off center screw heads. When ...click for details
Retailed by Tiffany & Co. circa 1885, this French Louis XV style gilt bronze wall clock. The drum case is suspended by finely detailed bronze chased ribbon tied ornament surmounted by musical instruments, flanked by cornucopia issuing leaves, fruit and flowers, above a Bacchus mask and two branches with flowerhead candlecups and a fruiting vine wreath. Bacchus is the promoter of civilizaton,lawgiver, lover of peace and patron of agriculture and the theater. The bronzework is impressed wit ...click for details
This rare museum quality master-crafted and detailed Aesthetic Movement Sideboard was designed by Louis Sullivan, one of the most famous architects who's innovations help create the realization of the Aesthetic Movement in American. Featured in this amazing one of kind historic piece are six iconic Sullivanesque nature motif peach themed panels as well as custom made aesthetic themed drawer pulls and lock bronze hardware. The provenance of this piece goes back to the Sullivan Estate. Potent ...click for details
Two intricately carved Roman style lodge chairs. These quality made, heavy, thick chairs are made of beautiful antique quarter sawn oak with leather upholster seats and backs. Circa 1870-1890. h. 48 1/2" w. 27 1/2" d. 24".
Beautifully executed craftsmanship is displayed in this rare carved gothic revival oak lift seat bench, features four deep relief panels displaying noble knights. Made in Belgium this fine piece includes carved lions holding shields as bench arm supports and gothic finials. Seat is undergoing damage repair. Circa 1850s. 61" w. X 59" h. X 20" d.
This fine example of Regency artisanship features a large over sized sarcophagus style profile, lion head handles and structure with pyramid shaped lid, all made of the rare rich and prized dense coromandel wood, sometimes known as Madagasgar ebony, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin coromandel tea box lids inside. The original cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original golden velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" ...click for details
