19th Century Dining Table by Horrix with Original Carved Leaf is yet another example of the superlative craftsmanship exhibited by the storied maker during the period.  Set upon an unusual base with four turned pedestals atop a boldly scrolled four-legged structure, it features an apron carved on all four sides that conceals a pocket into which the single...

Pair 19th Century Interior French Doors will make a great addition to any room!  Crafted by hand from solid pine, each features tailored raised & recessed panels for a tailored look, and sport a coat of paint perfect as a base for you to color coordinate with your room.Circa 1880sEach measures 92.5H x 22.5W x 2D for a door opening about 44-45"...

19th Century French Brass Crucifix is a beautiful example of sculpture and craftsmanship in solid metal, with a gold tone finish that resists tarnish, yet clearly shows the patina of over a century.  This Second Empire period piece features subtle style cues but the predominant message remains of Christ's sacrifice so that mankind could triumph over death...

19th Century French Cold Painted Bronze on Onyx ~ Tortoise & Hare is a charming depiction of the classic Aesop's fable of the swift rabbit racing the slow but determined tortoise.  The message of the story is that determination can win out against superior odds.  Immortalized by the Greek storyteller, the fables were reprised by Jean de la Fontaine in...

19th Century Scottish Transferware Platter in purple and white makes a wonderful serving piece as well as a decorative accent! The intricate pattern includes a complex border around the perimeter with two separate scenes depicting equestrian activities in front of an impressive castle, surrounded by borders, patterns, and flora.  The center is adorned...

19th Century French Embossed Brass Jardiniere is perfect for displaying fresh greenery, with most folks choosing to insert the entire clay pot which both dresses up the display as well as protects your surfaces!  Hand-crafted by talented metalsmiths, it features an embossed wildflower design that rambles across the entire perimeter, interrupted by two...

Pair Art Nouveau Cast Iron Painted Jardinieres ~ Urns are ready to add timeless symmetry to your decorating!  Hand-cast in solid iron with an exquisite Art Nouveau form and embossed floral design on both sides, they work even in front of a mirror or a window!  A hole was thoughtfully drilled in the bottom to allow water to drain, and a silver paint finish...

19th Century French Bronze Statue of Cupid captures the mischievous cherub just after letting his arrow fly.  The classic pose inspired by ancient Greek and Roman statuary is evident, with flowing scarf providing additional visual appeal as well as a modicum of modesty.  He stands barefoot on a pedestal that appears to be a shell motif.  The original...

Pair 19th Century French Bronze Statues by Louis Auguste Moreau (1855-1919) are exemplary examples of the glorification of the simple rural life celebrated by artists in France during the Belle Epoque.  A distinctive departure from rendering affluent families and lifestyles as dictated by the many patrons of art over the centuries, this informal movement...

19th Century Country French Confit Pot is a fine example of the pinnacle of evolution of the clay pot as used for foodstuff storage.  The concept dates back thousands of years, and nobody knows for sure when some genius realized that by leaving the outer lower half of the pot unglazed, that simple evaporative cooling would keep the contents of the pot...

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Mantel Mirror with Marble Insets is a unique way to dress up your mantel, a counter, or any surface against a wall!  The neoclassical architecture includes a broad arch at the center topped with hand-carved ribbon tied in a bow, cascading down the shoulders on each side and appearing over the oval French beveled mirror. ...

19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Serving Bowl is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan.  Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century.  This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt...

19th Century Chinese Jadestone Statue is a charming hand-carved artifact from talented artisans depicting a pair of urn forms surrounded by foliage with three birds.  Note the special attention to detail in the intaglio carving across the urns.  Carved from a single block of stone, it is a charming artifact that will add a quaint touch to your...

19th Century Imari Hand-Painted Serving Bowl is a fine example of decorative porcelains from Kyushu in northwestern Japan.  Imari is a style of porcelain named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped to the West, beginning in the late 17th century.  This example shows artistic excellence by using different hues of the same basic colors of cobalt...

Mid-Century Mahogany Bookcase by De Coene of Courtrai is an exceptional choice to create a one-of-a-kind look for your office!  Using sapele mahogany veneering as the primary source of visual appeal, the artisans of De Coene created a modernistic framework with strong use of angular design.  With its multiple original shelves, the bookcase features three...

Pair Antique Japanese Bronze Vases on Wood Stands are ideal for adding beautiful symmetry with the magic of the Orient!  Encircled with three-dimensional dragons on the upper portion, with full relief dragons encircling on the body below, each features classic form, and are inscribed with the maker and/or foundry on the bottom.  The dragon motifs are set...

19th Century Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Lidded Urn is a fine example of the intricately adorned porcelains from the Delft region in Holland produced during the 1800s.  The classic shape was adopted by the Dutch in the 17th century, and features a domed lid similar in shape to architectural features popular during the day.  Topped with a monkey...

Pair 19th Century Delft Hand-Painted Blue & White Vases are a splendid collectible that was created for the lucrative European market during the latter 1800s, where the clay was treated with a tin solution before glazing resulting in a unique and highly desirable finish that lasts for centuries!  Cobalt blue has been hand-painted on each vase in an...

Set of 6 Antique Queen Anne Chestnut Dining Chairs are ideal for adding understated elegance for either formal or more casual dining settings.  The ergonomically curved seatbacks with solid splats are sturdily made, and connect to a generously sized seat with upholstery that remains quite serviceable.  A framework surrounds the seat creating a simple...

19th Century French Louis XV Giltwood Marble Top Console is an amazing rendition of the style that glorifies the beauty of nature, emphasizing shell floral and foliate forms to an amazing degree of artistry!  The bowfront framework connects to the pair of double-scrolled legs then to the serpentine curves of the side aprons, with all three aprons...

Antique Dutch Hand-Painted Blue & White Pitcher is a splendid example of rustic earthenware hand-painted in rich cobalt blue with ripe wheat, tailored bordering, and the words Vieux Temps, meaning Old Times.  Such pitchers could be used for any kind of drink, but most commonly for beers and ales, freshly drawn from the tap.Circa early 1900sMeasures...

19th Century Cast Bronze Decorative Masonry Plaque was designed to be inset with a masonry wall, surround or framework to add a timeless decorative touch.  Depicting a Greco-Romanesque urn bursting with flowers, it was cast from solid bronze, it is a great choice for a kitchen backsplash, a fireplace surround, a decorative accent anywhere indoors or any...

Vintage Model of Ancient Greek Galley in almost pure Silver with Case is an intriguing and artistic rendering of one of the earliest warships in history.  The galley was designed to be rowed by manpower, and the propulsion was augmented by sails when convenient.  This model exaggerates the mast, bowsprit and flag for artistic purposes, but the hull shows...

Antique Rustic Breadboard is a charming example of human ingenuity.  For centuries millennia has enjoyed partaking of bread, which required certain ingredients, procedures and techniques to produce in large quantities.  Wood fired ovens were the preferred baking device for centuries, replaced only recently by more modern ovens, then in the last few...

Antique English Blue & White Transferware Platter by S. Hancock & Sons is a rather unusual find by this particular maker that was established during the mid-19th century in Stoke on Trent, England.  The pattern was named Millais, and due to legal controversies over nomenclature they were obliged to call it "Semi-Porcelain" so as not to infringe...

Antique English Blue & White Transferware Lidded Tureen by S. Hancock & Sons is a rather unusual find by this particular maker that was established during the mid-19th century in Stoke on Trent, England.  The pattern was named Millais, and due to legal controversies over nomenclature they were obliged to call it "Semi-Porcelain" so as not to...

19th Century Pewter Tankard by C. Dickman of Bruxelles is a beautiful example of the metalsmith's art, rendered in pewter which was by law at least 92% tin.  This maker used an embossed stamp of St. George slaying the dragon as an identifier, and proudly displayed the royal seal indicating his merchandise had been approved by the administration of King...

Antique Italian Walnut Marquetry Neoclassical Backsplash Panel is a splendid way to accentuate your counter, mantel or buffet surfaces!  Hand-crafted from fine Italian walnut, it features three lighter colored panels inlaid with satinwood bordering and framed by darker walnut, with an octagonal dark walnut center also outlined in satinwood then inlaid...

Antique Country French Decorative Trim Panel is a great piece for adding a special accent to a cased opening, over a doorway or window, or even to use as a valence!  Carved from a single plank of solid oak, it features a tailored design with graceful scrolled arches centered by a shell, floral and foliate motif in the Rococo manner to provide Old World...

Antique Country French Decorative Trim Panel is a great piece for adding a special accent to a cased opening, over a doorway or window, or even to use as a valence!  Carved from a single plank of solid oak, it features stylized shell and foliate motifs on an elegantly scrolled framework to provide Old World elegance.  Otherwise plain or common openings...

Embossed Tin Baroque Garden Urn with Aged Finish was given a classic form with embellished rim and features intricate detailing to create a wonderful focal point in the garden, outdoor entertaining area or solarium.  Of course, this piece can be used inside as an eye-catching centerpiece or vase as well.  Crafted from tin and given an aged whitewashed...

Pair Antique Boch Vases is a splendid example of craftsmanship from the famous maker out of Belgium, with a classical shape inspired by ancient Greek archeological treasures and a colorful display of roses and greenery with fine bordering.  In fact, this pair is so beautifully made you don't even have to put fresh flowers or greenery in it ~ it's a...

Antique Rustic Cutting Board is a charming example of human ingenuity.  When kitchens had only wooden surfaces, it was smart to use such a contrivance to protect the cabinetry.  Very portable, the board is also easier to clean and store to dry for its next use.  Crafted out of local woods, this example is of old-growth yellow pine, the hardest of the...

Antique French Rustic Wooden Sorting Trough is a charming example of rural craftsmen producing a very useful item for everyday farmhouse life.  Perfect for sorting, collecting small objects, or just decorative use, it was fashioned from solid planks of old-growth pine and has incredible patina and character to add a rustic charm to any setting. Circa...

Antique Rustic Breadboard is a charming example of human ingenuity.  For centuries millennia has enjoyed partaking of bread, which required certain ingredients, procedures and techniques to produce in large quantities.  Wood fired ovens were the preferred baking device for centuries, replaced only recently by more modern ovens, then in the last few...