Art Nouveau Metal Owl. Has a secret door on the chest, and electrified eyes to light in the dark. 1900's

Art Nouveau Metal Owl. Has a secret door on the chest, and electrified eyes to light in the dark. 1900's   « Less

18" high bronze sculpture by famous belgium sculpture Eugene Canneel (1882-1966)

18" high bronze sculpture by famous belgium sculpture Eugene Canneel (1882-1966)   « Less

Douau signed dinanderie metal box. Nice art deco pattern. Circa 1930.

Douau signed dinanderie metal box. Nice art deco pattern. Circa 1930.   « Less

Sea Lion book ends. Metal and marble. Balls are bakelite. Circa 1930. Excellent condition

Sea Lion book ends. Metal and marble. Balls are bakelite. Circa 1930. Excellent condition   « Less

Bookends pair with bronze Ibex on wood basis Art deco pair of bookends with Ibex. Patinated bronze. Excellent condition. 5"1/2 x 5"1/2 x 3"1/4

Bookends pair with bronze Ibex on wood basis Art deco pair of bookends with Ibex. Patinated bronze. Excellent condition. 5"1/2 x 5"1/2 x 3"1/4   « Less

Early Continental hanging iron ceiling fixture. This early chandelier measures 22 inches across and 39 inches to the top of its hook.

Early Continental hanging iron ceiling fixture. This early chandelier measures 22 inches across and 39 inches to the top of its hook.   « Less

It is the male of the species that attempts to attract the female (peahen) with his gorgeous span of feathers. This colorfully handsome peacock stands on a raised platform,  More »

It is the male of the species that attempts to attract the female (peahen) with his gorgeous span of feathers. This colorfully handsome peacock stands on a raised platform, its large feet firmly planted, its chest of white seashell-shaped feathers puffed out, the erect tail composed of intricate tails cleverly creating a feel of softness and movement. Certain ornamental details, such as the dual "plaques" in red and black rings around the legs, add a picturesque quality. Peacocks are featured in Mughal art associated with the royal court, seen strolling about a palace in a regal manner. In Hindu mythology, the patterns on the wings, resembling innumerable eyes, are believed to represent the starry firmament. - (PF.5460)   « Less

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 5.5 " (14.0cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Style: Jain Medium: Marble Condition: Very Fine

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 5.5 " (14.0cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Style: Jain Medium: Marble Condition: Very Fine   « Less

Garuda is a minor Hindu deity, originally associated with the sun, who serves as the mount of Vishnu. This brass sculpture depicts him kneeling on one leg with his palms  More »

Garuda is a minor Hindu deity, originally associated with the sun, who serves as the mount of Vishnu. This brass sculpture depicts him kneeling on one leg with his palms grasped together in adoration (anjalimudra). According to his traditional iconography, he appears in the form of a man with a hooked beak instead of a nose and large leaf-like wings. This piece is likely to have been the focus of private devotions, although larger images of Garuda were often placed in temples opposite the main shrine dedicated to Vishnu. Garuda was the enemy of snakes, also known as nagas, and this fact is referred to by the snake caught under his left knee. Dressed in a close-fitting dhoti with a sash around the waist, he also wears a strikingly tall conical headdress which was originally the support for an offerings tray that was used to present flower petals etc at important shrines.The figure is mounted on a tiered pedestal with a square base, which is inspired by European bases of the 18th and early 19th centuries, thus dating the piece. This is substantiated by the multiple casting made to form the figure and the wings, which have been attached separately. This is an impressive work in excellent condition.- (OF.011)   « Less

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 4.1" (10.4cm) high x 2.4" (6.1cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Brass

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 4.1" (10.4cm) high x 2.4" (6.1cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Brass   « Less