exceptional round wedding Snuffbox in cedar. The top is decorated with a very fine miniature on ivory under glass domed depicting a young nun holding a basket with two  More »

exceptional round wedding Snuffbox in cedar. The top is decorated with a very fine miniature on ivory under glass domed depicting a young nun holding a basket with two doves that come before the door of perversity and debauchery. The interior, tortoise shell, four delicate miniatures erotic hidden : couple frolics, scenes with two clergymen and a banquet scene. Strapping and hook in gold. France, circa 1830. Diam. 12.5 cm.   « Less

Erotic Bronze "Pure Juice" Signature : T.NERAT numbered 1/1 and dated 2011 Original sculpted in bronze and weathered ground. unique piece 14.5cm x 17.5 cm x 10.5 cm  More »

Erotic Bronze "Pure Juice" Signature : T.NERAT numbered 1/1 and dated 2011 Original sculpted in bronze and weathered ground. unique piece 14.5cm x 17.5 cm x 10.5 cm comes with certificate of the artist   « Less

Sumptuous ivory of Dieppe, 18th century, the monk and the nun. On a superbly carved and openwork abbey column, a couple in licentious situation An extremely rare  More »

Sumptuous ivory of Dieppe, 18th century, the monk and the nun. On a superbly carved and openwork abbey column, a couple in licentious situation An extremely rare illustration in relief on the topic of painting "the monk and the nun" (1591) by Cornelis Van Haarlem (1562-1638) France 18th century Dieppe ivory superb patina Height: 11,5 cm   « Less

Sceptre in wood Fon Benin circa 1800 Sticks and scepters command has always been the insignia of kings In some cases, they may also have acted as phallic symbols evoking  More »

Sceptre in wood Fon Benin circa 1800 Sticks and scepters command has always been the insignia of kings In some cases, they may also have acted as phallic symbols evoking notions of power and fertility, in association with royalty. The functions of these royal scepters are multiple planting ceremony to make the land fertile, or at weddings to promote fertility of the newlyweds and of course the transition to adulthood. This rare piece is dedicated to sex and circumcision ceremonies. Decorated with a phallus, complete in return for a stylized hornbill, the handle carved in high relief shows three characters erect. The bird and in particular the hornbill is associated with the sex of man and is very present in the rituals associated with circumcision. Africa. Benin (formerly Dahomey), Fon, early 19th century. Beautiful patina, good condition Wear of age 49 cm x 28 cm Base. 66 cm   « Less

Stunning antique 8-light chandelier by the renowned New York maker E.F. Caldwell. It features unsurpassed quality and superb casting characteristic of Caldwell, and dates  More »

Stunning antique 8-light chandelier by the renowned New York maker E.F. Caldwell. It features unsurpassed quality and superb casting characteristic of Caldwell, and dates from the early 1900's. This chandelier is silver plated over bronze. The canopy begins with an arched border on the base, with vertical bellflower bands leading to a gadrooned bottom. Below, the loop finial has beautiful incised details and a roped border. The chandelier's upper body begins with three cherubic figures, whose bodies are made up of gorgeous floral and grape details. Eight scrolling, curved arms extend from the urn-shaped lower body of the chandelier, and each is accented by a beautifully detailed bobeche. The chandelier finishes in a pinecone finial. The entire piece is incised with intricate scrolling foliage. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier body measures 26" wide and 21-1/2" tall, and the fixture is 39" long overall.   « Less

Gorgeous antique American stained glass window, dating from the early 1900's. The window features three stylized, geometric flowers with pink and light green slag glass and a  More »

Gorgeous antique American stained glass window, dating from the early 1900's. The window features three stylized, geometric flowers with pink and light green slag glass and a deep green granite glass stem. The flowers are accented by brown slag glass horizontal stripes, golden granite glass, and a beautiful amber slag glass background. The glass is in excellent condition with no cracks or breaks. The wooden frame has been painted white on one side, and is in good antique condition with some chipped paint. The window measures 28" wide by 18-3/4" tall, with a frame 1-1/2" thick, and the glass measures 17-1/2" wide by 19-1/2" tall. NSG41-RW   « Less

THIS ITEM IS SOLD -- A scarce pair of cast iron andirons in the form of lively jumping fish, with paint decorated eyes, in excellent condition, early 20th century, American,  More »

THIS ITEM IS SOLD -- A scarce pair of cast iron andirons in the form of lively jumping fish, with paint decorated eyes, in excellent condition, early 20th century, American, possibly Liberty Foundry, 7-1/2" W. X 12" H. X 14-1/2" D. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). ** 282BX40   « Less

Beautiful antique American stained glass window, featuring multi-colored slag glass in a unique geometric pattern. This window is composed of a purplish, light green slag  More »

Beautiful antique American stained glass window, featuring multi-colored slag glass in a unique geometric pattern. This window is composed of a purplish, light green slag glass design, accented by green slag glass diamonds, with an amber slag glass background. The border is the same fabulous deep green slag glass, matching the diamonds and bring the whole piece together. The glass is in excellent condition with no cracks or breaks. The wooden frame has been painted white, and is in good condition with some chipped and peeling paint. The window measures 22" wide by 24-1/2" tall, with a frame 1-1/2" thick, and the glass measures 17-1/2" wide by 19-1/2" tall. NSG43-RW   « Less

Splendid antique American stained glass window, dating from the early 1900's. This window features a stylized flower of pink slag glass, surrounded by a background of clear  More »

Splendid antique American stained glass window, dating from the early 1900's. This window features a stylized flower of pink slag glass, surrounded by a background of clear granite glass. The flower is accented by multi-colored slag glass, including a green and amber slag glass border. The glass is in excellent condition with no cracks or breaks. The wooden frame has been painted, and is in good condition with some chipped and peeling paint as pictured. The window measures 20-1/4" wide by 22-1/2" tall, with a frame 1-1/4" thick, and the glass measures 15-3/4" wide by 17-1/2" tall. NSG44   « Less

SOLD A beauty for the bath, foyer, or any room. simplicity on this vintage wood mirror, applied gold leaf stunning. decorated floral contemporary design medallions.  More »

SOLD A beauty for the bath, foyer, or any room. simplicity on this vintage wood mirror, applied gold leaf stunning. decorated floral contemporary design medallions. excellent aged, heavy, 27" h. x 37" w. x 1.5"d. to purchase go to: http://www.designeruniquefinds.com   « Less