Divine Presence: Antique South Indian Bronze Lord Ganesh Finely Cast 19th-Century Devotional Sculpture This exquisite antique South Indian bronze sculpture depicts Lord Ganesh (Ganesha), the beloved Hindu deity revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences, and the embodiment of wisdom. Dating from the 19th century, this piece is a superb example of traditional devotional bronze…
Antique 19th Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque Lady Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire — After Thomas Gainsborough (1787) — With Provenance Label A striking and well-documented antique hand-painted oval porcelain portrait plaque depicting Lady Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire, after the celebrated portrait by Thomas Gainsborough (1787). The subject is captured with well-defined powdered curls beneath a bold, dark grey…
19th Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque Lady Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire — After Thomas Gainsborough (1787) — With Provenance Label A striking and well-documented antique hand-painted oval porcelain portrait plaque depicting Lady Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire, after the celebrated portrait by Thomas Gainsborough (1787). The subject is captured with well-defined powdered curls beneath a bold, dark grey wide-brimmed…
Marine Barometer Victorian Portuguese Antique Portuguese Navy Brass Marine Barometer RN Desterro Lisbon Victorian 97cm This impressive Victorian marine barometer was manufactured in Lisbon for naval or maritime use and bears the marking “R.N. Desterro, Lisbon, Portugal.” Instruments associated with Portuguese naval supply are notably rare survivors, reflecting Portugal’s important maritime heritage and long tradition of navigation and ocean trade.
Beautiful Giltwood and Gesso Candlestick This stunning antique Belgian gesso candlestick boasts intricate detailing and ornate embellishments, showcasing a Baroque influence. The base is broad and stabilizing, with elegant curves and flourishes. Notably, a hole in the middle allows for conversion into a table lamp, making it a unique and versatile piece. Circa 1900, this beautifully crafted candlestick combines historical…
This rare antique historic document signed by Anna Maria of Savoy is a remarkable artefact. It offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of European nobility and their impact on local communities.
Antique Pearlware Porcelain Figure: Charity with Children Exquisite 19th-century English pearlware porcelain allegory of Charity, depicting a benevolent mother cradling an infant while flanked by two young children, one presenting flowers, the other reaching tenderly. The translucent pearlware glaze glows with soft pink, blue, and rose accents on flowing drapery, bare feet, and expressive faces atop a classic oval base.…
19th C Tanjore Reverse Glass Painting Lord Krishna with Consorts Antique Indian Art Lord Krishna with Consorts Rukmini and SatyabhamaSouth India (Tanjore tradition), 19th centuryReverse painting on glass
Pair of Royal Worcester Gilt Porcelain Figures holding an orb by James Hadley, Late 19th / Early 20th Century An elegant Royal Worcester porcelain figure, model number 1441, finely modelled by the AA fine and elegant pair of Royal Worcester porcelain figures, exquisitely modelled by the celebrated sculptor James Hadley, dating to the late 19th / early 20th century. Each…
Rare 17th-Century Tibetan–Nepalese Thangka Depicting Acala (Chandamaharoshana Tantra) An exceptionally rare and important 17th-century Tibetan–Nepalese Thangka, depicting Acala (Chandamaharoshana), the wrathful manifestation of Manjushri, Bodhisattva of Supreme Wisdom. This powerful devotional painting represents one of the most esoteric and visually arresting subjects within Vajrayana Buddhist art.
“The Harvest Girl” – Rare 19th-Century Watercolour by Jules Bouvier (1852) A rare and evocative 19th-century watercolour titled “The Harvest Girl” by Jules Bouvier, dated 1852 and signed lower left “J. Bouvier 1852”. This accomplished work beautifully captures rural life, reflecting the mid-Victorian fascination with pastoral subjects and agricultural tradition.
