Exquisite Pair of Augustus Rex Porcelain Vases, Early 19th Century, Marked

Item Number: 174MP

Pair of early 19th century Augustus Rex black porcelain vases with hand-painted sea-scapes at the top of each, with head of bearded soldier wearing metal plumed helmet on either side of each vase, and floriate design below each on each vase. The larger painted scenes include: 1. men resting, with one figure smoking pipe, handing a paper to another man (since they are reclining, this is probably the agreement of peace) – we can see other men and tents in the encampment in the background. 2. three men on horseback, two of them with swords engaging in battle, third man with flag; two dead soldiers in foreground, one was drummer. Other soldiers can be seen fighting in background. 3. One soldier on horseback with musket, firing on soldier on horseback, killing him, he is leaning back, holding his sword. In background is elaborate battle scene.Wounded soldier on the battlefield in foreground. 4. Generals, seemingly English, from their coats, and three-corner hats, having meeting on field, mapping out strategy, one smoking pipe, one with his trust rifle, another with long spear, flags and drum nearby, readying themselves for battle, tents and soldiers in background.

Price: $17,500 For the Pair view item

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Magnificent Pair of Meissen Snowball Porcelain Covered Vases, Marked

Item Number: 154MP

Magnificent pair of Meissen covered vases, decorated with snowball porcelain effect, with winged parrot on top of each cover, above branches, leaves, and berries. The entire surface of each vase is decorated with snowball porcelain effect. Different three dimensional colorful birds and leafy branches are set around each vase, the birds seeming to have landed on the vase. The type of vase is described as ‘Schneeballen’ or snow ball vase. They were first made in 1741. Each vase has hundreds of flower, 'snowballs’ which were hand modeled and individually applied. This style was also particularly astonishing given that firing porcelain was incredibly difficult.

Price: $75,000 view item

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19th Century Rose Canton Temple Jars

Item Number: 253

This pair of splendid Rose Canton Temple Jars date back to the 19th century and feature an unusual color palette. Floral elements set against a white background adorn the tops while the more ornate pattern work on the base is set against a unique pink rose background. The jars are in beautiful condition and offer an insight into the artistry and craftsmanship of the time.

Price: $12,000 for the pair view item

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19th Century Sevres Vases, Signed and Marked for the Original Chateau

Item Number: 0003

This pair of grand Sevres vases in "Pompadour Pink" dates back to the 19th century and are beautifully hand painted on both sides. Each large front panel features three costumed 18th century figures. On one vase we see a woman pointing off into the distance, a man stares longingly towards her, while another woman points her attention towards him. The other vase shows two men courting a woman with a fort in the background. The back sides show gorgeous pastoral scenes; long, stretching country roads with trees in the foreground and hills in the back are accompanied by a light blue sky. The gold pattern work uses gold leaf, and the pieces are stamped with the Sevres mark as well as a mark noting the chateau they were made for.

Price: $75,000 view item

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Pair of Louis XVI Cassolettes with Rams Heads, Hoofed Feet, and Abundant Details

Item Number: 4974

This Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI cassolettes feature a beautiful white marble and are adorned with magnificent bronze mounts. The details are abundant and include a bronze pineapple finial over leaves, finely chiseled garlands over which beautifully detailed rams’ heads rest, fruited vines, acanthus leaves, and ribbon work. The pieces are supported by three hoofed legs, incredibly detailed themselves, with even more bronze work at the base. The pair is an elegant combination of finely chiseled bronze and marble, and are poised to bring a stately French element to a new home.

Price: $15,000 view item

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Pair of Covered 19th Century Chinese Jars with Bronze, Garden Scenes, Cobalt Blue, and Gold

Item Number: 5369

This beautiful pair of 19th century covered Chinese jars are decorated with flora and fauna in quaint garden scenes. The pieces feature detailed bronze in the bases at bottom, finials at top, and patterned ring at the bottom of the lid. The deep, dark cobalt blue background offers a fantastic contrast to the gold which rests on top, combined to surround the framed garden scenes. The pair is a beautiful example of the craftsmanship and artistry in the 1800s.

Price: $18,000 pair view item

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19th Century Japanese Imari Vases with Bronze Work and Unique Bronze Bases

Item Number: 6444

This gorgeous pair of 19th century Japanese Imari vases are beautifully hand-painted in the classic Imari colors of blue, terra cotta, gold and white. The pair features a Foo dog handle on each top, and detailed bronze work throughout. Note the patterned bronze work attaching the top to the base, the ring handle on each side of each vase, and the unique bronze footed bases, which are unusually cast in the shape of a classic carved rose wood base.

Price: $47,500 For the Pair view item

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French 18th Century Directoire Gilded Garniture Set

Item Number: 6255

This Directoire period, painted and gold leaf gilded tole jardinière set features a beautiful centerpiece with matching side urns. The French antique trio dates back to the 18th century and sports gorgeous details with gold figures standing in allegorical poses. The jardiniere’s central figure sits playing a lyre, attended by an angel in flight on either side. Large angels to her right and left carry the floral seat upon which she rests. The centerpiece’s handles feature detailed profiles as well, also seen at the right and left of each side urn. Final details rest on the aforementioned side urns as golden figures stand, draped in flowing cloth and holding offerings to the scene pictured on the centerpiece.

Price: $25,000 set view item

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Pair of 18th Century Chinese Craqule Vases with Bronze Mounts

Item Number: 6391

A magnificent pair of early 18th century Chinese celadon craqule ware vases. When they were exported to France in the 19th century, the French added bronze d'ore mounts. Here we see tops, side handles, and bases of bronze d’ore, crafted beautifully in the Rococo manner.

Price: $75,000 pair view item

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French 19th Century Napoleon III Cassolettes (Covered Urns)

Item Number: 6233

This Magnificent pair of grand scale Napoleon III cassolettes feature solid rose marble and are covered with fantastic bronze d'ore mounts. The French antique pair dates back to the 19th century, circa 1860. Each side is adorned with bronze d’ore cat tails, and acanthus leaves. A square base rests at bottom, with an accompanying handle on top of each piece, all made of the same bronze d’ore.

Price: $90,000 view item

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