A large early 19th century Italian statuary marble plaque depicting a reclining cherub or putto, formerly owned by the 1st Earl of Mountbatten. Expertly carved in deep relief, this plaque is after the famed 17th century Flemish Baroque sculptor, Francois Duquesnoy (1597-1643). Carved with exceptional definition, the plaque depicts a tranquil scene featuring putto with
An unsigned antique marble portrait plaque depicting the famed late 18th to early 19th century British neoclassical sculptor and designer, John Flaxman. After a terracotta self-portrait that Flaxman created himself in 1778 while studying at the Royal Academy of Arts, which now resides at the V&A Museum, London. Dating to circa 1800, this plaque has
An antique Grand Tour style carved white statuary marble plaque. Dating to circa 1830, this elegant tablet depicts an expertly handcarved Neoclassical scene. A woman reclines on elegant drapes, in Neoclassical dress, holding a horn of plenty, or cornucopia. Originally a tablet for a chimney piece this decorative panel can now be admired up close
A superb antique carved marble plaque of Attila the Hun. Known for being one of the most fearsome enemies the Romans ever faced, Atilla’s distinctive features are expertly carved in this marble depiction. The bottom of the plaque is inscribed Attila Be degli Unni Flagellum Dei, meaning Attila of the Huns Scourge of God. At
A matching pair of 19th century bronze Grand Tour scale models of the Townley Vase, after the marble 2nd century Roman antique. Circa 1870, these antique urns are in good condition, the bodies cast in high relief with a neoclassical Bacchic scene featuring a dancing and drinking procession of male and female figures, some of
A fascinating 20th century painted plaster bust of Winston Churchill from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Considered one of the greatest Prime Ministers in British history, Sir Winston Churchill (1874 – 1965) served as British Prime Minister from 1940 to 1945 during the Second World War, leading the country to victory. He
An antique architectural white statuary marble fragment. Dating to circa 1850, this French fragment is in Louis style showcasing quality carvings in a stylised floral pattern accompanied by egg and dart moulding. Once a fragment of a fireplace frieze panel, this piece is now mounted on a modern painted steel display stand. An elegantly designed
An antique carved limestone keystones of an English king, salvaged from a period building in East Anglia. Displayed on a modern steel stand in a sleek black finish, this keystone is an impressive hand-carved sculpture showcasing desirable weathering. From his beard to his head dress, the detailed elements of this keystone portray the character of
An antique carved limestone keystones of a Queen, salvaged from a period building in East Anglia. Displayed on a modern steel stand in a sleek black finish, this keystone is an impressive hand-carved sculpture showcasing desirable weathering. The detailed elements of this keystone portray the character of the queen and a glimpse at the person
An antique architectural white statuary marble fragment. Dating to circa 1850, this French fragment is in Louis style showcasing quality carvings in a stylised floral pattern accompanied by egg and dart moulding. Once a fragment of a fireplace frieze panel, this piece is now mounted on a modern painted steel display stand. An elegantly designed
A fascinating 20th century painted plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Signed ‘Bradeep’ to the reverse, this face cast is presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths. This is just one of many face casts and plaster busts we are
An antique Neoclassical carved limestone fragment. Dating to circa 1780, this fascinating, intrinsically worked antique, would be a brilliant display piece for a traditional home owner. Carved from limestone this interesting sculptural fragment displays foliage and a sword to two sides, suggesting it was once part of a door or window jam. Today, it could
An antique architectural white statuary marble fragment. Dating to circa 1850, this French fragment is in Louis style showcasing quality carvings in a stylised floral pattern accompanied by egg and dart moulding. Once a fragment of a fireplace frieze panel, this piece is now mounted on a modern painted steel display stand. An elegantly designed
An antique Neoclassical composition plaque, from the Tucker collection, made by British make-up artist Christopher Tucker. This decorative piece is a copy of a Georgian chimney piece, originally used as decoration for the frieze of a fireplace. The plaque showcases deeply carved details of its eye-catching classical scene depicting a lion being lead and ridden
This late 19th century cast iron plaque depicts the coat of arms of the Prince of Wales on Nantglyn war memorial. Dating to circa 1880, this is an impressive decorative piece for a period property, instilling any interior with history and grandeur. This deeply cast plaque showcases a vibrant painted finish to the crest, mounted
A pair of mounted antique carved wooden scroll moulds from the Tucker collection. These are just two of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Dating from the late 18th to mid 19th centuries, these wooden moulds have been exceptionally hand carved by talented Victorian artisans,
A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Dating from the late 18th to mid 19th centuries, this wooden mould has been exceptionally hand carved by talented Victorian artisans, the elaborate details originally
An antique Grand Tour style fragmentary white statuary marble sculpture of Aeschines, ancient Greek statesman and orator born in the 3rd century BC. Displayed on a modern steel stand, this sculpture is expertly carved, from the robes to the facial features. Aeschines’ robes fall around his body perfectly, as he shows a wise expression and
A fascinating 20th century plaster hand mounted on a bespoke steel stand from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. This is just one of many plaster casts we are selling from Tucker’s outstanding collection, capturing the features and details of the faces and limbs of iconic British actors from theatre and film. Life
A collection of striking large abalone shell specimens from a private collection, each presented on a bespoke painted plaster display plinth. The shells have an open spiral structure and iridescent rainbow-like exterior that glisten in the sun. Their colours seem to change from different angles. A stunning decorative collection to be placed near a window
