A matching pair of decorative antique bronze Medici style urns, sat upon black marble bases with scroll decoration to the front. Inspired by the design of the monumental 1st century marble Medici Vase, these beautiful antique urns are of campana shape, each decorated with figures in classical attire and acanthus moulded handles. They will look
An elegant marble statue of the pacing stallion after the antique by Alceo Doessena. Inspired by the Horses of San Marco in Venice, this beautifully carved stallion is a testament to Dossena’s artistry. In all’antica style, he included a strut and palm tree as supports for the fragile composition of the horse. This piece evokes
An antique Grand Tour alabaster statue of Diana di Gabbi, after the antique. Dating to circa 1890, this expertly hand-carved sculpture is in excellent original condition. The original statue of Diana di Gabii, traditionally attributed to the sculptor Praxiteles, has been on display in the Louvre since 1820. She is said to have been inspired
An alabaster statue of David after the antique. In Neoclassical style, this impactful sculpture is expertly carved. This depiction of Michelangelos original sculpture would look striking on display in any period property. Its eye-catching, defined features make this sculpture a striking decorative piece. David by Michelangelo Michelangelo’s original sculpture of David is one of the
A handsome antique garden statue of a resting greyhound, in the manner of Austin & Seeley. Dating from the mid 20th century, its light weathering only adds to this sleeping dog’s appearance, making it a beautiful piece for a country garden or townhouse courtyard. Originating from England, its characterful features and detail are beautifully cast
An antique York stone cast statue of King Caractacus after the antique by John Henry Foley. Signed Morton, South Street, this over life size statue displays a powerful stance and characterful weathering. It certainly is a impactful and striking sculpture in expertly carved York stone with profound detail. This statue would make a wonderful centre
A large and intricately detailed plaster sculpture of a street scene by celebrated British sculptor, Paul Day. Thought to be an original maquette – a model for a larger piece of sculpture or a later bronze – this 3D wall sculpture reflects Day’s unusual artistic approach to perspective for which he is much admired. It
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making this quite the impactful statue. It is perfect to use as a striking centrepiece for any property looking to add beauty and grandeur to its
An antique bronzed terracotta bust of Dante. In Renaissance style and a desirable scale, this bust would make a striking decorative piece for any period property, particularly for those looking to appreciate Italian history. At over 140 years old, the bronzed terracotta gives this bust a characterful time worn look accompanied by its integral socle.
A large and impressive pair of fine antique Italian marble tazza urns circa 1830. Highly ornate, each handcrafted Carrara marble urn is of a matching design, oval in form with a gadrooned border, the ends carved with with bacchic satyr masks, and the centre with lion heads with fruiting swags between. Elevated by circular socles
An antique Art Deco Carrara marble portrait of a noble woman in a head dress, signed ‘schy’. Thought to be a lady in waiting, this handcarved detailed sculpture has a modernist, mid-century look. Dating to the early 20th century, the woman has a true presence with her expertly carved strong female features. A perfect decorative
An antique over life-size bust of Venus. Thanks to her scale, this Neoclassical style handcarved marble sculpture of Venus, Roman goddess of love and beauty, is very striking. Characteristic weathering covers each detail of the goddess giving her a desirable aged look. Perfect as a centrepiece for traditional and contemporary gardens and interiors alike. According
An antique scratch built model of Montacute House, in Somerset, dating to the early 20th century. The Elizabethan mansion was built from local ham stone in the late 16th century by Sir Edward Phelps, Master of the Rolls and the Prosecutor during the Gunpowder Trial. In Elizabethan style after the manor, this unusual detailed and
An antique Italian Grand Tour model of temple entrance in the manner of the ancient Greek Acropolis, Athens. The subject of this mid 19th century model is beautifully captured in fine quality Carrara marble, the apex inset with a triangle of coloured marble that radiates a striking sunburst. It is mounted onto a wooden board
An early 20th century classical antique painted plaster statue of the Venus De Milo, after the antique. Also known as Aphrodite of Melos, this sculpture is a scale plaster depiction of the 2-metre ancient Greek marble original situated in the Louvre Museum, Paris. She is a little under half life-size, making her a perfect scale
A medieval English alabaster statue, possibly dating as far back as the late 14th / early 15th century, mounted on one of our exclusive large display plinths. Well weathered over the centuries, this 600-year-old statue depicts a medieval cloaked figure, possibly a monk, offering a glimpse into English architecture and sculpture of the Middle Ages.
An antique Neoclassical statuary marble statue of Rebecca at the well, signed and dated ‘ABO CIPRIANI FECE 1880’, from a private collection in London. Dating to circa 1880, this expertly hand-carved sculpture is in excellent original condition. Of beautiful scale and detail, she holds the rope of a well bucket, while a jar of water
An antique bronze Neoclassical bust of Menelaus after the antique. This handsome sculpture is depicted looking to the right with his helmet raised over his waved hair and curling beard. Menelaus sits on a gilt square socle and plinth with rich patina. According to Greek mythology, Menelaus was the Greek king of Sparta. He was
A spectacular large scale antique Italian terracotta water font after the antique. This detailed font of impressive scale is a museum copy of the original holy water basin in Cathedral of Siena, Italy, by sculptor Antonio Federighi of the Italian renaissance in circa 1517. A further plaster copy resides in the Carnegie of Art, USA,
A reclaimed model sculpture of a bird of prey perched on a hand. At twice life size scale, this mid 20th century sculpture is an impressive decorative piece, with details of its wings, beak and face still beautifully carved in great detail. It is suitable for indoor or outdoor use as a central display piece.
A late 19th century glazed buff terracotta mask head of a putto or cherub by Lipscombe & Co, modelled after Francois Duquesnoy (1597-1643). The expressive face of this antique sculpture certainly leaves an impression on its audience, with the potential to be displayed as a decorative piece inside a home or part of a collection