Carey Boone Nelson, Bust of George Balanchine, Bronze Sculpture with Stained Mahogany Base, H overall: 18-3/4; W: 20-3/4 in

From our Fine Arts and Americana Collection, a ONE-OF-A-KIND MASTERPIECE crystal sculpture by Varga. People generally familiar with Varga crystal know it as a high-end manufacturer of crystal stemware: Wine glasses, goblets, champagne glasses and the like, handcrafted in Budapest Hungary by four generations of specialist engravers practicing the copper and diamond wheel technique...

From our Fine Arts and Americana Collection, a stunning and massive alto-relief sculpture in bonded sand by American contemporary art legend Bill Mack.

For those who have followed the American Contemporary Art Movement over the last 20 years or so, Bill Mack needs no introduction...

Measuring 31 inches high by 14 inches deep by 14 inches wide made of exotic pinewood Sculpture depicting the God of plenty one of the immortal of Japan

Japanese porcelain vase approximately 9” in height depicting a flying crane in flight done in a variety of rare glazes Berlin Estate

An unusual item...a portion of a birthday or other festive cake on a plate, make of some kind of ceramic material, hand painted very realistically and capable of "fool the eye" (trompe l'oeil), painted in colors reminiscent of the colors used by famous contemporary artist Wayne Thiebaud. Measurements are approximately 8 1/2" across the plate, by 8" in height. The artist has hand signed her name on the bottom of the plate, in black marker...

A beautiful Persian Isfahan Noin Silk and Wool Circular Carpet 78” diameter 1980s

Original unique sculpture in clay or terra cotta, 11 1/2" by 6" by 6", mounted on a black 3" high base, signed on the sculpture "E. BARR", not dated but likely circa 1960's. I cannot to date find information on the artist but he/she was certainly a talent who was familiar with modern giants like Henry Moore, Jacques Lipchitz, Alexander Archipenko and others who worked in this manner, simplifying and glorifying the human form...

Attractive praying wooden angel, hand carved teak, 19th Century, Burma, mounted. Condition: good, size: H. 47cm x W. 18cm x D. 10cm

Bronze Sculpture is Signed number 14 of 100, two pieces each measuring 5 x 9“, the second piece 4 x 7“. Aharon Bezalel was born in 1926 in the city of Harath, Afghanistan. Those of his generation born in Israel are often described as having been “born of the sea”, their backs to the Diaspora, facing a ‘new world' whose culture, still hesitant, had just begun to take shape. Aharon Bezalel was not “born of the sea”...

A beautiful Sculpture in Faience by the Renowned Artist and sculptor Ampofo-Anti. Kwabena Ampofo-Anti is an African artist from Mampong-Akuapem, Ghana...

Etienne-Henri Dumaige (French, 1830-1888)

Dawn

Bronze Sculpture with a gold patina, signed

Height 25”, Diameter of Base: 11”

Born in Paris in 1830, Dumaige studied sculpture under Féuchère and Dumont. He exhibited his sculptures depicting groups, statues, and busts at the Salon from 1862-1877. . He sculpted a large number of busts, groups and statuettes in marble, plaster and bronze, including statuettes of Desmoulins and Rabelais...

From our Fine Arts and Americana Collection, an early acrylic sculpture titled "Winged Vision" from American sculptural icon Frederick Hart (1943-1999). Hart is a famed American artist and sculptor best known for his bas relief frieze at the National Cathedral in Washington DC, a 21 x 15 foot masterpiece that was 13 years in its creation. Hart is equally well known for his "Three Soldiers" bronze sculpture which is a part of the overall Vietnam Veteran's Memorial...

A fine sterling silver sculpture of a Yatch in full sail featuring gold inlay bands on the sail. Titled "Yacth" by Japanese master artist Seki Takehiko, it is in excellent condition the sculpture measures 5.5" high. The complete presentation including the glass case measures 9" long x 6" deep x 9.5" high.

Sterling Edmund Lanier author and sculptor Bronze General figure either French or German he seems to be wearing an iron cross around his neck , 1960-1970s original hand cast in as made condition . Size h 2" w 1" signed Lanier on the back of the belt. Lanier was born on December 18, 1927 in New York City . He was trained as an anthropologist and archaeologist, and educated at Harvard, from which he graduated during 1951...

A fine and rare Sixteenth Century Khamir Southeat Asian Carved Stone Sculpture 7” Berlin Estate

EUGENE LAURENT(French 1832-1898) Young Hercules and Allegory of Fall a pair Parcel gilt bronze with dark brown patina Both inscribed on base "E. Laurent" Heights 12.75 inches (32.5 cm) and 12.5 inches (32 cm).

The panache, verve, and energy of this striking wood carving of a Spanish conquistador is remarkable for its dynamism and expressiveness. The figure is hand enameled in traditional conquistador costume, wearing buccaneer shoes, pantaloons, coat, and plumed helmet, and dagger on his belt. The figure is in action stance, but it is clear that he is missing his original instruments of perhaps sword and shield...

AFTER CLODION, A PATINATED BRONZE YOUNG SAYTR AND PUTTO, FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY. Raised on white marble pedestals with gilt bronze mounts. Each appear to have once been fitted with candle arms at verso. Height 12.75 inches (32.5 cm).

Beautiful vintage JFK silver painted bust with the Presidents famous quotation “Ask not what your country can do for you…” done circa 1965 when silver paint was used as a metaphor for modern, as was used by NASA and artist such as Andy Warhol. Measuring 12” height

BRONZE ROUNDEL OF GEORGE WASHINGTON BY ARTIST LEO NOCK 1873-1949 Measuring 6.75 inches in diameter. Signed and dated 1914

The royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom, or the royal arms for short, is the official coat of arms of the British monarch,[1][2] currently Queen Elizabeth II. These arms are used by the Queen in her official capacity as monarch of the United Kingdom.

Late 1800s

12.5 "tall 24" wide 2.5" deep, mounted on an ebonized wood base

Unusual bronze figure of Mandarin, mounted, 19th Century, rare collector's item, good weight/condition, base shows wear Size: H. 19cm x W. 7cm x D. 19cm

Jean-Baptiste Germain (French 1841-1910)

Primavera

Bronze, signed.

Height: 33”

Known as a sculptor of classical and allegorical figures, Germain was a student of Dumont and Gumery. He worked with his brother Gustave in producing classical and historical statues and groups. Germain exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1866 to 1879 and later at the Salon des Artistes Français where he became an Associate in 1889...

(Consignment) For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie...

"The first and last thing required of genius is the love of truth," so spake one of of history's few true geniuses. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Germany's brilliant scientist, philosopher, and poet, was born at Frankfort-on-the-Main, August 28, 1749. Originally a lawyer, Johann had an awakening while sojourning in Italy in 1786 and resolved to devote his life instead to the pursuit of truth, to poetry and science...

A very rare African style "Crucifixion" form bronze sculpture by post-war Liverpool Artist Arthur Dooley (1929-1994) possibly entitled 'Einstein E = MC2', made circa 1968-1969. We are not aware of any other bronzes in this form by the Artist. We have a Certificate of Authenticity for this item which is co-signed by the Arthur Dooley Estate and the Official Arthur Dooley Archive. Condition: Excellent. Bronze: 43cm (17inches) high; 24cm (9.5inches) wide. For many additional enlargements ...

A beautiful three dimensional portrait of Washington in Bronze, mounted on a wood base for wall mounting, done for the United States Centennial of 1876

Very Rare German Baroque 16th-17th c Baroque Pearl Diamond Ruby and Enameled Metal Figure. The figure made of what appears to be mixed metal and gilding his belt set with uncut diamonds with heavy inclusions as well as ruby buttons the body mother of pearl and baroque pearl. the figure is gilt and clear colored and opaque enamel with losses. The figure is mounted on a drum base the under side shows a copper screw that seems to be a much later replacement . This figure is similar yet lesser quali...

Natural low table with leveled round flat stop surface. Table surface is round in form and scalloped equally on all sides, flaring at the base. Flowing ribbon edge finishes out on four steady and sturdy base touch points. Circular grain mixing tones of dark and light.
Natural mat finish

Dimensions 21 1/2" high X 26 1/2" Wide

STRONG MAN

Massive sculpture carved from a single wood, H 54 x W 27 x D 17 cm (21.25 x 10.62 x 6.69in), late 20th - early 21st century, Japan.


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A gray soapstone carving of a seal, carrying his seal trophy, signed "Jacopee" on the bottom, the official familiar small label of "Canada Eskimo Art" remaining. The dimensions are roughly 10 1/2" by 4 1/2" by 3", and weight fully 5 pounds. These carvings sold as tourist art at mid century remain popular, and a secondary market has evolved. This work is larger than many. The artist has reduced the familiar seal to a stylized, modern form. Condition is good with no chips, I do note a foreign re...

This is an Italian work by Pierino Pisapia , an Italian Artist who worked in the ancient art of high relief Porcelain Sculpture. 16” diameter

Madonna Dolorosa Sicilian Mahogany Sculpture Eighteenth Century …The Mother Of Sorrows

A fine, large bronze animalier sculpture by Ferdinand Pautrot (1832-74). The figure represents a pair of pheasants, one perched on a gnarled barren branch while the other appears to strut along the ground. The body position of the lower bird gives the composition a great deal of movement that is often missing in classical animalier bronzes. The ground is covered in long grass that is somewhat less common than Pautrot's more characteristic rocky ground. Along with Mène and Moigniez, Pautrot wa...

French Renaissance Style Carved Wood Sculpture Of Christ more info coming……Berlin Estate

Alexander Ney Russian American contemporary sculptor "Silver Object " mid 1970s sterling silver clad ?unsigned. this is the original to a cast silver piece that is identical also unsigned we have included images of the clay piece as well as the silver piece for reference this listing is for the silver piece only , base not included. Size l nearly 3.5" by 2.25" high. This is from a very rare group of early miniature pieces most all were initialed except for a few pieces like this one. Developing ...

Burmese Bronze Disciple/Worshipper, AVA period, 18th Century, mounted, condition: good, size: H. 18.5cm x W. 3.5 cm x D. 5cm

Frédéric Focht (1879-1937) French Sculptor Import “Lovers” Bronze The artist known for his intimate work. This piece details two lovers embraced. Signed and dated. Measuring 23”wide, 22” tall, 7”deep. Mounted on a marble base The Paris born sculptor was know. For his remarkable talent was recognized early in his career, exhibiting at the Salon des Artistes Français and winning the coveted Medal of Honour in 1900 at the tender age of 21. Focht was responsible for some of the...

Finely crafted bronze sculpture, boy smocking a cigarette, 19th century period, bearing artist's signature. Condition Report; Good condition, cigarette in boy's mouth is missing.

Gilt Bronze of Caillope,

by Henry Etienne Dumaige(1830-1888)

6.5" x 6" x 18.5" tall

Born in Paris in 1830, Dumaige studied sculpture under Féuchère and Dumont. He exhibited his sculptures depicting groups, statues, and busts at the Salon from 1862-1877. . He sculpted a large number of busts, groups and statuettes in marble, plaster and bronze, including statuettes of Desmoulins and Rabelais. He died at St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vié in 1888.


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An original antique French Art Nouveau bronze statue of a glamorous woman by Georges Van der Straeten c.1905. Bronze mounted to a marble base signed on verso with the stamp medallion of Original Bronzes Society Paris France. Measurements 4.25ʺW × 3.25ʺD × 7.5ʺH. Georges Van der Straeten was a Belle Epoque sculptor born in Ghent, Belgium, on December 21, 1856. He studied under the Neo-Baroque sculptor Jef Lambeaux (1852-1908). In 1883, at the twenty-seven years old, Van der Straeten ...

A majestic sculpture of an Indian Goddess in bronzed porcelain 20th century measuring 43 inches high

A jade disc of real white jade material

Important Mandalay Buddha Carved Gilt wood Sculpture 64” beautifully jeweled

Alexander Ney Russian American sculptor "Brown clay standing Nude" early 1970s figure sculpted in brown clay in an modern style. 1 hole at base for mounting , this piece is signed n3 we have listed an image included in this listing showing the same figure in cast silver clad that is unsigned for reference only size 3.75" by 1.25" . This is from a very rare group of early miniature pieces most all were initialed in this way. Developing several individualistic styles in modern art, he is most f...

From our Fine Arts and Americana Collection, "The Cello Player," from Misha Frid's "Music Series." # 4 of 195. Signature and foundry mark on base.

Born in 1938 in Moscow, at the age of six, Misha began his artistic studies at a prestigious art school for gifted young artists. He graduated with honors from Moscow State Art College and The University of Fine Arts. The works he created in the Soviet Union were ultimately declared a National Treasure, and as such, by law these pieces could n...

Large terracotta sculpture we named "Leaf Tree Man". The body is stylized tree bark with a green glaze wash. By West Coast artist Dirk Dahl, the statue is signed by the artist and in excellent condition. Measures 24 inches high, 16" long. Weighs about 18 lbs.

"Rattlesnake", bronze sculpture, approximate height with marble base 9 1/4". In good condition.

From our African Collection: African Akan Seated Figure from Ghana The Akans consider themselves one nation. Akan means first, foremost, indicating the enlightened and civilized. While traditionally matrilineal, they are also united philosophically through 12 patrilineal spirit groups called the Ntoro or egya-bosom. The Akan are a meta-ethnicity living in the countries of present-day Ghana and Ivory Coast. The Akan language (also known as Twi/Fante) are a group of dialects within the Cent...

By Adolf Muller Crefeld (German 1863-1934) bronze art deco statue of a dancer a beautiful form with great patina a beautiful marble base. measuring overall approx. 14 inches tall. excellent condition. Berlin. Literature:
 “Bronzes, sculptors and founders” by H. Berman, Abage. 
“The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay. Antique collectors club. 


(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement...

Very finely cast sculpture of a horse head and neck in cast iron, mounted on heavy black marble plinth, early to mid 20th Century, unsigned. Measures 14" high, 8 3/4" wide on the black marble base that is 6" square. Well sculpted head and neck of a horse, arched neck with the head sightly turned to the left, mane loose and flowing, mounted to black pedestal base with two iron rods. The two rods attach to the base of the figure, and there is an opening showing that the figure is hollow in the ...

This is an excellently and intricately carved boxwood very charming netsuke,made by the native of Ukraine Alexander Derkachenko. It depicts a seated Okame who is laughing behind her sleeve as she realizes the erotical significance of a long noc e Tengu mask. Signed in seal form. Netsuke is stained in tan and brown colors. It measures 1.57 inches (4.0cm) wide, and 1.42 inches (3.6cm) tall. It is in outstanding condition, as may be seen in the posted photos. Alexander Derkachenko is ...

INDIAN BRONZE FIGURE OF A JINA, 19TH CENTURY well cast as a standing woman wearing a single necklace and a loincloth, with inlaid eyes, all atop a small square base

This a superbly Carved Crucifix was made from Walnut, both cross and corpus. Walnut is used on large sculptures such as this one, because it does not brake while the artisan is working it, and because it lasts a very long time. This large cross features a detailed hand carved sculpture of Jesus nailed on a wooden cross with forged iron-styled nails over his hands and feet. The large sculpture is well-proportioned and has realistic details throughout the body, face, and hair. This life-lik...

Alexander Ney Russian American contemporary sculptor "Russian Egg" clay with a hole under side for mounting to a base, base not included. The artist initialed this piece "N 3" in his usual incised way. Size l nearly 2.75"" by 1.75" high. This is from a very rare group of early miniature pieces most all were initialed in this way. Developing several individualistic styles in modern art, he is most famous for his unique work in terra cotta sculpture, involving heavily perforated surfaces and intri...

INDIAN NINETEENTH DANCING SHIVA BRONZE SCULPTURE measuring 12” in height. Most likely from the South of India

(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement...

A 4-7/8" long and 2-1/4" high vintage Inuit Eskimo sopastone carving of a walrus c1950-60. This unsigned (or at least no signature still visible)carving is in fair original condition with no cracks, damage or repairs other than the loss of the two tusks, some chipping to the feet and some minor scrapes. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the continental U....