Antique Casket Bronze Labour Scenes Italy XX Century - Italy, Early XX Century

Republic of Congo, XX Century

Royal "Ntshak" raffia fabric with a labyrinth design, used as a ceremonial skirt. Kuba art, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kasai region.

Italy, Early XX Century

Fisherman, a bronze sculpture on a marble base by Vincenzo Gemito. The work is not signed by the artist.

Italy, Mid XX Century

Artistic polychrome Deruta majolica plate, Mari manufacture. Hand-decorated with the profile of a Renaissance gentleman in the hollow, surrounded by the inscription "Nil recta fide sanctius" (nothing is firmer than true faith). The richly decorated rim features a Raphaelesque motif. The manufacturer's mark is rendered in brown on the back of the plate. The diamond with the acronym IMA stands for "Istituto Maioliche Artistiche," which certified the quality of the piece.

Italy, Early XX Century

A pair of wrought iron lanterns featuring a truncated pyramid-shaped hexagonal structure, enriched with curlicue and twisted details that showcase the craftsmanship of the period. The beveled and etched glass creates a soft play of light, diffusing the illumination from a single central light evenly and evocatively. Dating back to Italy in the first half of the 20th century, these lanterns are an example of design that combines functionality and decoration, suitable for spaces requiring a touch of historical elegance.

Italy, XX Century

Large Caltagirone majolica vase with a blue decoration featuring a harmonious interweaving of foliage and floral motifs. The manufacturer's mark is engraved at the base.

193 x 43 In

Malayer rug in cotton and wool, fine knot, hand made.

Face of a Young Woman

Mixed media (sanguine and pencil) on paper. Signed under the figure on the left. This is likely a study for a portrait. A central figure of the Lombard Scapigliatura movement, Conconi developed a refined and experimental language, taking the research of Cremona and Ranzoni to its extreme, later reworking it in a Symbolist-Divisionist vein. He created several portraits, in which the influence of Tranquillo Cremona is evident, while revealing his originality in genre paintings, landscapes, and fantastical and imaginative constructions, and in particular, he established himself as a skilled etcher. The drawing is presented in an early 20th-century Art Nouveau frame. The paper has slight water stains at the base.

108 x 42 In

Ismirne carpet in cotton and wool; large knot, manual manufacturing.

Italy, 1920s

Luster majolica planter, third-fire painted in cobalt blue, gold and ruby. It features reserves on a white background with mythological scenes. Feral-shaped feet and snakes in the handles. Manufacture of Alfredo Santarelli, Gualdo Tadino. Manufacture mark in blue under the base.

Italy, Mid XX Century

Artistic polychrome Deruta majolica plate, Mari manufacture. Hand-decorated with the profile of a Renaissance lady in the centerpiece, surrounded by the cartouche "virtus lucet in tenebris" (virtue shines in the darkness). The richly decorated rim features a Raphaelesque motif. The manufacturer's mark is rendered in brown on the back of the plate. The diamond with the acronym IMA stands for "Istituto Maioliche Artistiche" which certified the quality of the piece.