Jacobean or Tudor style Cast Architectural Element of Saint George slaying the dragon there are various paint traces throughout we date this at least Victorian if not Jacobean period. The material is some kind of lime plaster that is yellowish and not the normal white plaster we are accustom to seeing . This came from the Virginia house an incredible Jacobean style mansion that was donated in 1929 to the state by the Ambassador and his wife. H: approx. 7". W: approx. 7 1/2". D: approx. 2 1/4"...
A rare Himalayan hardwood storage chest with a simple hinge top lid. Originally from the foothills of the Himalayas this chest would have been used to keep safe storage of dry goods. All hand carved with geometric designs. Hand forged chain that hooks and secures the lid closed. Original finish with natural coloring. Very sturdy and in pristine condition.
Late 19th century French round bronze plaque of Baby Moses. Quite heavy for its size, the plaque has 3 small drilled holes where it was attached to something. Has a wonderful patina that only comes with age. Measures 4.75" diameter and about 3/4" deep.
Seven(7) pieces heavy weight Black Wrought Iron and Brass Japanese Tansu or Furniture Hardware, 2 handles with original nail(larger=3 3/8" wide inner measurement, 3 3/4" wide=outer, 1 3/4" high), (smaller=2 5/8" wide=outer measurement, 2 3/8" inner),1 1/4" high), corner(2" x 2" wide), round ring(1 3/4" diameter), small roung ring with flower shape back plate(ring=1 1/8" diameter, nail=1 1/2" deep), roung small nail(nail head=1/2" diameter, 1 1/2" deep), long brass piece(5 3/4" long, 1/2" wide).
An exceptionally striking carved teakwood panel with detailed scrolling. Fine solid woodcarving, LANNA THAI, 19th Century, mounted on a display stand. Ideal and a very attractive display piece with good lighting in a modern interior. Good condition. Heavy item, size: L. 51" x H. 23" x D. 8" including stand (130 cm. x 58 cm. x 20 cm.)
A nicely carved French wooden console with half circle top surface. Overall condition good, size: H. 29.5 cm. x 38 cm., 19th Century.
Stunning Buddhist gilt top structure very similar to Palace Lion Throne, intricately carved wood with highest quality gilding, very strong impact, needs large wall for display (see our homepage), good condition, can be used as mirror (see photographs), 19th Century, ca. 1858, Mandalay, Burma. Collectors item, good condition, Size H. 290 x W. 180 cm
This is a pair of stunning, carved wood panels from 19th century China. The panels depict several characters in very high relief. The carvings are dark stained wood and the backgrounds are painted red. The photographs certainly do not do justice to these beautiful pieces. They measure 61 cm in length and up to 16 cm in depth.
A fine hand carved French wooden Console. Overall condition good, size: H. 29 cm. x W. 30 cm. on top. Terracotta color patina.
19th Century.
From our European Collection, a very fine carved marble bust by Giovanni Maria Benzoni, signed and dated 1868. Benzoni (1809-1873) was a world renown Italian neo-classical sculptor...