A collection of Greek style plaster frieze models circa 1820, later framed with glass to the front. Likely once part of a larger sequence, the plaster fragments are highlighted with black paint and depict Greek cavalry similar to that detailed on the famous 6th century BC Parthenon Frieze. The Parthenon Frieze Believed to date from
A mid 19th century French Caen stone architectural fragment reputedly from a church destroyed in WWII. With its beautiful cream tone and crisp quality, this carved limestone fragment is reminiscent of a ruined Greek or Roman temple. A fragment from European history, this antique architectural piece offers a glimpse into French craftsmanship of times gone
An expressive 20th century life-size bronze figure of Phaethon by sculptor Jim Mathieson. Signed by the artist and marked ‘3/12’ as a small limited edition piece. J. Mathieson (1931-2003) Though born in 1931, it wasn’t until his mid-thirties that James W. Mathieson began his artistic career. Born in Calcutta, India, he moved to Scotland with
Antique 20th century Italian bronze statue of Narcissus; the Greek God referred to as ‘the self-lover’. Cast in bronze, this Grand Tour style Narcissus statue dates from 1900 and as such has a wonderful Verdigris patina that only exposure to the elements through time can create. The Greek God stands nude as he is often
An antique terracotta plaque depicting a horse and rider in neoclassical and roman styles by the workshops of 19th century French ceramist, sculptor and architect, Émile Müller. Possibly after a similar design found at Hadrian’s Villa, Tivoli. Mounted on a bespoke steel stand, this antique plaque makes a beautiful display item for a collector’s cabinet
A three-quarter lifesize French buff terracotta antique statue of Clio, one of the 9 Muses of Greek Mythology, dating from the early 20th century. Goddess of history, Clio leans on a tree stump and is swathed in sweeping fabric, holding an open scroll in her left hand as she is often depicted. Of good scale
This 20th century antique style plaster plaque depicts a bucranium in striking high relief. Symbolic of Greek and Roman architecture, a bucranium is a decorative motif of an ox or bull skull among swags and garlands of foliage. This embellishment was commonly used in classical architecture and Doric temples of ancient Rome and later during
This weathered antique stone sculpture was reputedly carved by a student of 20th century British architect and artist, Sir Hugh Casson. It depicts a group of figures in high relief in a classical ancient Greek style manner. The figures are deeply carved and overlapped in what appears to be a fighting or pillaging scene. There
Dating from 1898, this impressive life-size statue of Erato once decorated the façade of the Apollo Inn in Tottenham Court Road, London. Modelled by John Broad for Doulton and Co, this Erato statue stood alongside Apollo and the other 8 muses on the exterior of the Apollo Inn public house from 1898 until the building’s
This 19th century pair of antique Greek terracotta antefix ornaments would have once decorated a tiled roof. Also known as ‘akrokeramo’, antefix such as these were often used by the ancient Greeks and Romans in anthemion architecture, acting as a decorative feature while also concealing the joining tiles of a roof. Originating from Greece, each
An antique Italian carved marble sculpture of Ariadne and the Panther circa 1860, signed indistinctly, modelled after the antique by Johann Heinrich von Dannecker (1758-1841). Elegantly made, it depicts Princess of Greek Mythology, Ariadne, seated in a relaxed reclining position on a panther. She is nude, swathed partly in drapery and holds a bunch of
A 19th century antique marble sculpture of Aphrodite also referred to as the ‘Crouching Venus’ on an octagonal pedestal. It is based on the antique Roman statue that forms part of the Royal Collection. This beautiful example once formed part of a private collection in Oxfordshire where it was a focal point within a traditional
An early 20th century Carrara marble plaque depicting a side portrait of the Roman Goddess, Salacia, or possibly her Greek counterpart, Amphitrite. In Roman mythology, Salacia was the Roman Goddess of the Sea and Saltwater. She is depicted here in Carrara marble, beautifully carved with swirling hair and a seaweed or crab-claw crown among dolphins.
Dating from the 1870s, this pair of decorative ionic capitals are a fragment from architectural history, preserved through time for more than 150 years. Each have been mounted on a bespoke steel stand for use as decorative antiques in a 21st century interior. With their rich orangey-red terracotta colour, these decorative architectural capitals make an
The intricacy of this late 19th century Roman Style fresco painting has been preserved for over 100 years. It depicts wild animals and a male figure decoratively painted among scrolling foliage, framed at the top and the bottom by Greek style geometric patterning that suggests it may have once been part of a larger mural.
An impressive large Greek style vase, intricately crafted in terracotta and applied with a vibrant treacle glaze. Shaped like a trophy, this mid 19th century urn shares similarities with the marble vase attributed to prominent 2nd century Greek sculptor Sosibios in terms of shape and style, detailed with unique handles shaped like a swans neck. Unlike the
The large scale and size of this intricate mosaic wall panel is an impressive artwork piece for any interior. It is beautifully made in Roman style, small tessera mosaic tiles used to depict intricate birds among scrolling green acanthus leaves and foliage. The whole piece is mounted within a streamline steel frame. Dating from the
Dating from the 1960s, this spectacular mosaic wall panel depicts King of ancient Greek mythology Tereus confronted with the head of his son, Itys. It is beautifully made in Roman style, small tessera mosaic tiles used to create intricate details and fitted within a steel frame. Measuring 176 by 167 cm, this large Greek mosaic
This highly decorative pair of near life-size composition term statues of Greek God Atlas are an imposing mythological addition to a formal garden or interior. Traditionally, Atlas is depicted holding up the heavens, an eternal punishment bestowed on him for leading the Titan rebellion against Zeus, King of the Gods. However, in these composition adaptions,
This early 20th century reclaimed garden statue of Atlas holding the world is a beautiful focal point for a courtyard or garden pathway. It features a lead depiction of the Greek God Atlas elevated on a York stone baluster with weathering that only exposure through the elements over time can create. The Greek God is
A pair of late 19th century painted plaster busts depicting figures of Greek Mythology, Apollo and Clytie. Made in plaster, these Clytie and Apollo bust sculptures are each painted and sit on a turned socle base. Together, these neoclassical style busts make a striking display either side of an archway or staircase, bringing beauty and
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