A wonderful 18th century Swedish 8 pointed pewter wall plaque with extensive floral hand engraving and some hand hammering of the flowers. In excellent condition, it measures 13" point to point.
Decorative Antique, Late to Mid 19th Century Dieppe Carved Ivory and Bone Looking Glass, with carved Shield forms, crests are mounted with Lions flanking a heraldic cartouch and banner incised "Montioye S. Denys", it is a oval beveled mirror adorned by cherubs, shields and Lyre, it is with minor wear however in good condition, H:22" W:20". In reference to Dieppe, it is the port in the Northeastern France (north of Rouen), and the English Channel. Another term used to describe this workmanship of... Click for details
Decorative Wooden Antique English Polychromed Anvil Models used as Bookends, H:7" L:16" D:3". The stamped initials are:
BH C and 40lbs with initials JB. LifestyleAntiques.com is the web site where one can shop on line or if you are in the area we are an antique dealer in Summerland, California just 3 minutes south of Santa Barbara. Specializing in European Antique Furniture and our accent is antique lighting for your home, or office with handmade parchment shades adorning the selection of uniqu... Click for details
Pristine late 18th Century Glass Wine Decanter with delicate chasing on the decanter of grape motif, from the Harvey Frey Collection, England. H:8" including the stopper, Diameter 2.5". A rare and delicate example perfect for any collection. The history of the decanter (position in glass history) and especially the social use and vessel in the repertoire of Bristish table use. Although, its name was not coined until around 1700, the decanter has been the fount of wine drinking for over 2000 year... Click for details
Decorative Italian Polychromed Painted Wood Barometer probably from 1920's to 1930's, in the style of the 19th Century Barometers, H:36" W:14.5". The history of the word barometer was derived from the Greek word "baros", meaning weight, and the Greek word "metron", meaning measure. The barometer, an instrument used to measure air pressure and it was in early 17th century Italy there were many Italian scientist independently working on the principal's of a vacuum and air pressure, however, it was... Click for details
Antique 19th Century Italian Gold Gilded Barometer, rich in gilt detailed carving, with new interior barometer work. H:36" W:15". The history of the word barometer was derived from the Greek word "baros", meaning weight, and the Greek word "metron", meaning measure. The barometer, an instrument used to measure air pressure and it was in early 17th century Italy there were many Italian scientist independently working on the principal's of a vacuum and air pressure, however, it was a young scienti... Click for details
This Highly Carved Pair of Italian Gilt Balusters are in Excellent Condition, c.1860. Featuring Fabulous Hand-carved detail with Aubusson on the top of the Rails. Measuring for each 46"W x 41"H, Fabulous for numerous designs.
Capo di Monte, Royal Palace of Naples, 8 Chocolate Cups with the lids. H:5.5" W:5" from handle to handle. Capo di Monte Place Settings, Signed on the back: "Palazzo Reale Napoli, G.M." or "The Royal Palace of Naples". Set of 8 Chocolate Cups with the decorative lid of a cherub and romantic genre of people along the body of the cup, all are in good condition. This set will compliment the Royal Place Settings of 24 dinner and salad plates that we also have for sale, very unique collection. The pro... Click for details
These Large Bronze Chenets are in Excellent Overall Condition, France, c. 1850. Each beautifully patinated bronze chenet is comprised of a decorative base featuring marguerites, scrolls, and a mask. From the base the chenets emanate into various spherical shapes, the central one featuring a motif of fleur-de-lis. The top of each chenet is crowned by a fleur-de-lis in the round. Measuring 18.5” D x 11” W x 25” H, Serious Inquiries are Welcome!
Item ID: H33922175