Dear People we have the following on offer: Philip Alexius Laszlo de Lombos (Philip de Laszlo) Sanquine portrait Distinguished Gentleman, sanguine on wood. in full  More »

Dear People we have the following on offer: Philip Alexius Laszlo de Lombos (Philip de Laszlo) Sanquine portrait Distinguished Gentleman, sanguine on wood. in full military attire. Signed Laszlo de Lombos (Philip de Laszlo) +/- 1904 Dimensions 78 x 66 cm ( 30.70' x 25.98') with the frame. laszlo was famous for his portraits of nobility, of which this is a fine example... Condition very good indeed László was born in humble circumstances in Budapest as Laub Fülöp (Hungarian style with the surname first), the eldest son of Adolf and Johanna Laub, tailor and seamstress. Fülöp and his younger brother Marczi changed their name to László in 1891. He was apprenticed at an early age to a photographer while studying art, eventually earning a place at the National Academy of Art, where he studied under Bertalan Székely and Károly Lotz. He followed this with studies in Munich and Paris. László's portrait of Pope Leo XIII earned him a Grand Gold Medal at the Paris International Exhibition in 1900. In 1903 László moved from Budapest to Vienna. In 1907 he moved to England and remained based in London for the remainder of his life, although endlessly travelling the world to fulfill commissions. László's patrons awarded him numerous honours and medals. In 1909 he was named a Member of the Royal Victorian Order by King Edward VII of the United Kingdom. In 1912 he was ennobled by King Franz Joseph of Hungary; his surname then became "László de Lombos", but he soon was using the name "de László". Despite his British citizenship, his marriage and five British sons, de László was interned for over twelve months in 1917 and 1918 during the First World War.He was exonerated and released in June 1919. Due to overwork de László suffered heart problems for the last years of his life. In October 1937 he had a heart attack and died a month later at his home in Hampstead, London. In 1939, the book Portrait of a Painter. The Authorized Life of Philip de László by Owen Rutter, written in conjunction with de László, was published. In 2010 Yale University Press published De László, His Life and Art by Duff Hart-Davis and Dr. Caroline Corbeau-Parsons. His reputation still remains largely as a society portrait painter, but well numbered amongst his sitters were industrialists and scientists, politicians and painters, men and women of letters and many other eminent, as well as ordinary, people.   « Less

This is a Japanese woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro called "The Widow of Asahiya" or "The Widow of Hinodeya". She has just stepped out of the bath and is drying her face.  More »

This is a Japanese woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro called "The Widow of Asahiya" or "The Widow of Hinodeya". She has just stepped out of the bath and is drying her face. At the top left is a cartouche with a rising sun which refers to Hinodeya (The Rising Sun Shop), possibly owned by her deceased husband. The lock of hair beneath the game board in the cartouche gives rise to the word "widow." The sheet measures 15-3/8" high x 10-3/8" wide. There is a signature at the center and lower right. The artist lived from 1753-1806 and produced the original about 1795-96. This particular print comes from a later edition, probably around 1920 or so. The condition is very good. There are no tears, and the image has not been glued down. There is a minor crease on the upper right corner. I have many other vintage Japanese woodblocks by various artists. Please feel free to inquire.   « Less

strong African influence on this impressive Bust, represent a fascinating wood carving sculpture made by hand, with 8.5" x 4" dimension and in excellent condition.  More »

strong African influence on this impressive Bust, represent a fascinating wood carving sculpture made by hand, with 8.5" x 4" dimension and in excellent condition. significant reduction direct checkout http://www.designeruniquefinds.com   « Less

6" x 4" scripted by French artist, an impressive politician French with black hat , walking cane , in updated gilt wood frame, attractive hot pink mat, and gold border of 16"  More »

6" x 4" scripted by French artist, an impressive politician French with black hat , walking cane , in updated gilt wood frame, attractive hot pink mat, and gold border of 16" x 14" x 1" with 4" depth ball design, covered in glass. Overall in superb aged condition, with aged mark noted on the images.   « Less

Art Nouveau Painting Portrait of the Muses Erato (Lyric poetry) and Polyhymnia(Hymns). Unknown Master ,Germany circa 1890 -1900. Oil on canvas .Framed under  More »

Art Nouveau Painting Portrait of the Muses Erato (Lyric poetry) and Polyhymnia(Hymns). Unknown Master ,Germany circa 1890 -1900. Oil on canvas .Framed under Glass. w/Frame : 47 cm x 40 cm / 18,5" x 15,7"   « Less

Mid century modern Lucite plaque, has been carved. flying eagle, birds, and geometric decor. Fabulous aged condition, 5.5" x 1" square design, likely from circa 1960's,  More »

Mid century modern Lucite plaque, has been carved. flying eagle, birds, and geometric decor. Fabulous aged condition, 5.5" x 1" square design, likely from circa 1960's, superb on the stand or decor bookend.   « Less

Marius Girard is a notable 19 century artist, and this print is Noted, Paris L' Arc Du Triomphe, and print of artist signature. A vintage and fresh 13" x 9.5" print, with  More »

Marius Girard is a notable 19 century artist, and this print is Noted, Paris L' Arc Du Triomphe, and print of artist signature. A vintage and fresh 13" x 9.5" print, with vintage gold & black border 14" x 11" mat with fine print Made in U.S.A, is covered in glass in updated 12" x 15" x 1" gold leaf wood ornamental frame. Excellent condition, behind a print looks aged with few yellow / brown spots, front looks perfect, and aged.   « Less

Lajos Márk (Retteg,Hungary 1867 - New York, 1940) Lady with hand-mirror(circa 1905 - 1910) oil on canvas 80x60 cm .31,5"x 23,6" signed: Márk Gypsum frame  More »

Lajos Márk (Retteg,Hungary 1867 - New York, 1940) Lady with hand-mirror(circa 1905 - 1910) oil on canvas 80x60 cm .31,5"x 23,6" signed: Márk Gypsum frame with covered with gold leaf.Frame shows some small damages.   « Less

Asian screen two fold panels with skillfully beautiful, soft & bold colors, likely Japanese, various arts. under glass, on wood with gorgeous metal bird relief corner  More »

Asian screen two fold panels with skillfully beautiful, soft & bold colors, likely Japanese, various arts. under glass, on wood with gorgeous metal bird relief corner accents, ornate mat and boarder. Very good, aged, patina, and wear, without tear. 37" height each panel 20" wide, total of 40".   « Less

Eugene Verboeckhoven 1798 1881 first of five very scarce sketches ; pen and ink; we purchased a collection of 10 items from Verboeckhoven; 1 watercolour 1 large finished  More »

Eugene Verboeckhoven 1798 1881 first of five very scarce sketches ; pen and ink; we purchased a collection of 10 items from Verboeckhoven; 1 watercolour 1 large finished drawing and eight pen and ink sketches, purchased from artprice, from one of the oldest and largest inline shops in the world (from Austria Wilnitsky) ~ very good auction prices, in museums and universities throughout the world This drawing from the estate of the artist.   « Less