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Playful Companions: A Rare Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Nine Mice
Playful Companions: A Rare Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Nine Mice

Playful Companions: A Rare Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Nine Mice

By Buccellati

Located in Long Island City, NY

Playful Companions: A Rare Mario Buccellati Sterling Silver Sculpture of Mice on Desert Rose Crystal Base. This exceptional and rare Buccellati sculpture features nine meticulously ...

Category

Italian 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Natural Orange Red Coral Shrimp Carving Sculpture Decorative Art
Natural Orange Red Coral Shrimp Carving Sculpture Decorative Art

Natural Orange Red Coral Shrimp Carving Sculpture Decorative Art

Located in Pasadena, CA

Finely carved from natural orange red coral, this decorative sculpture depicts a prawn (shrimp) with well defined body segments. The carving measures approximately 15 x 7.5 x 3.1 cm ...

Category

Taiwanese Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Daniel Brush Steel Gold Water Stone Butterfly Sculpture
Daniel Brush Steel Gold Water Stone Butterfly Sculpture

Daniel Brush Steel Gold Water Stone Butterfly Sculpture

By Daniel Brush

Located in Greenwich, CT

This extraordinarily powerful and enigmatically beautiful vintage Daniel Brush gold and steel sculpture is a jewel not to be worn but cherished. Entitled 'Water Stone' this enchanti...

Category

American Modernist 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Steel

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse

By Mellerio dits Meller

Located in Long Island City, NY

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky Quartz, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt, rock-crystal, jade, obsidian, mother-of-pearl, and smoky quartz carved jeweled sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1991. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved smoky -quartz and jade horse with a harness mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and amethyst chains and pendants. The top columns adorned with 18k gold and brilliant cut diamond pendants, the bottom with gold and mother of pearl plaques. The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / N° 05 / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5003 D The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10.5" high x 8.5" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Category

French 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Si...

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration, Titled "Rich World", circa 1911-1949
Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration, Titled "Rich World", circa 1911-1949

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration, Titled "Rich World", circa 1911-1949

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. From our extensive Jade collection...

Category

Chinese Contemporary Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Verdura Hedgehog Desk Object
Verdura Hedgehog Desk Object

Verdura Hedgehog Desk Object

By Verdura

Located in New York, NY

Verdura Hedgehog Desk Object A carved obsidian hedgehog with diamond eyes, resting on a fluorite base, decorated with yellow gold branches, yellow diamond-set acorns, and an amethys...

Category

American Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Diamond, Fluorite, 18k Gold

Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel
Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel

Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel

By Mario Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

Mario Buccellati Silver Squirrel, silver texted fur with glass eyes, enamel nose and gilt acorns. Signed on one leaf Mario Buccellati, 925, and 15-MI M...

Category

Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm
Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm

Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm

Located in London, GB

Add a touch of colour and character to your jewellery collection with this wonderfully crafted vintage 9 carat yellow gold charm/pendant. Designed with captivating detail, this piec...

Category

English Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 9k Gold

Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight
Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight

Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight

By Henryk Winograd 1

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

A finely detailed sterling silver repousse plaque with knight, castle, coat of arms swan by Henryk Winograd. Henryk Winograd was one of the world's greatest 20th Century masters of ...

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Circus Pirate Clown with Monkey
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Circus Pirate Clown with Monkey

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Circus Pirate Clown with Monkey

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Simpsonville, SC

A whimsical celebration of artistry and imagination, this Tiffany & Co. creation captures the magic of the circus in exquisite sterling silver and vibrant enamel. Expertly crafted,...

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mario Buccellati, a Rare and Exceptional Italian Silver Goat
Mario Buccellati, a Rare and Exceptional Italian Silver Goat

Mario Buccellati, a Rare and Exceptional Italian Silver Goat

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Long Island City, NY

Mario Buccellati, A Rare and Exceptional Italian Silver Goat circa 1940. Made in Milan Italy. Very fine quality and workmanship and very large in size. Measures: 12" high x 14" w...

Category

Italian 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore Sterling Silver Enamel Circus Acrobat on a Plinth
Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore Sterling Silver Enamel Circus Acrobat on a Plinth

Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore Sterling Silver Enamel Circus Acrobat on a Plinth

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Simpsonville, SC

The Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore Sterling Silver Enamel Circus Acrobat on a Plinth is an exquisite representation of both balance and artistry, crafted with the utmost attention to detai...

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

GIA Certified Pair of Icy Jadeite Jade Smoking Pipe Ornaments
GIA Certified Pair of Icy Jadeite Jade Smoking Pipe Ornaments

GIA Certified Pair of Icy Jadeite Jade Smoking Pipe Ornaments

Located in Pasadena, CA

A pair of natural translucent light greenish-gray jadeite jade smoking pipes, featuring one smaller and one larger pipe. The smaller pipe measures approximately 62.10 x 23.61 x 14.47...

Category

Burmese Arts and Crafts 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Handcrafted Natural Orange-Red Coral Carved Lady Portrait Ornament
Handcrafted Natural Orange-Red Coral Carved Lady Portrait Ornament

Handcrafted Natural Orange-Red Coral Carved Lady Portrait Ornament

Located in Pasadena, CA

This exquisite ornament features natural orange-red coral, intricately carved into a finely detailed lady’s portrait. Measuring approximately 4.4 x 3.2 x 1.5 cm, it exemplifies maste...

Category

Taiwanese Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Rare Museum Quality Natural Carved Lavender Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Sculpture
Rare Museum Quality Natural Carved Lavender Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Sculpture

Rare Museum Quality Natural Carved Lavender Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are Offering is a Rare Estate Museum Quality Large and very elaborately openwork carved, Hand Carved Green and Lavender Jadeite group, intricately carved as a c...

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Silver Handcrafted Elephant - Silver
Silver Handcrafted Elephant - Silver

Silver Handcrafted Elephant - Silver

By Lazzerini Argenteria

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Magnificent handcrafted elephant sculpture in solid 925 sterling silver, entirely made in Italy and weighing 1,950 grams. This striking piece reflects the excellence of Italian artis...

Category

Italian Early Victorian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Russian Antique Imperial Nephrite Sterling Silver Rat Sculpture
Russian Antique Imperial Nephrite Sterling Silver Rat Sculpture

Russian Antique Imperial Nephrite Sterling Silver Rat Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Russian Imperial sculpture features a rat in a top hat with a movable cane crafted out of sterling silver and nephrite. The nephrite is medium to medium light muddy gr...

Category

Antique 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

SGL Certified Pair of Natural Jade Buckles
SGL Certified Pair of Natural Jade Buckles

SGL Certified Pair of Natural Jade Buckles

Located in Pasadena, CA

A pair of natural light, dark, and brown-green jade buckles, intricately carved with ancient dragons soaring through the clouds, symbolizing peace and prosperity. The two buckles tog...

Category

Burmese Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Carved Natural Agate Snuff Bottle with Two Fish Design
Carved Natural Agate Snuff Bottle with Two Fish Design

Carved Natural Agate Snuff Bottle with Two Fish Design

Located in Pasadena, CA

Carved natural agate snuff bottle featuring two fish swimming in the river, symbolizing peace and harmony. The dimensions is about 7 x 5 x 3.2 cm. Please note there is a minor scratc...

Category

Taiwanese Arts and Crafts 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx
Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx

Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx

By Buccellati

Located in Long Island City, NY

Desert Majesty: A Majestic Buccellati Sterling Silver Arabian Oryx A masterful creation by the renowned Italian house of Buccellati, this exceptional sterling silver model depicts t...

Category

Italian 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern
Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern Stamped PLATA925 Eyes likely made of glass The body is articulated and has movement The fish stands up on the bot...

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Object d’Art Brass Pomellato King
Object d’Art Brass Pomellato King

Object d’Art Brass Pomellato King

By Pomellato

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

A window display Pomellato King Original and authentical a 13mm Brass King from Pomellato merchandising and window display actually 4 in stock Established 43 years ago in the Italian city of Milan, Pomellato has been forging its own meticulous path in jewelry making for many years. Having started life as a chain maker, the distinctive chain design still appears in every collection, albeit in ever more luxurious and bejeweled forms. From the iconic Nudo collection and its almost infinite combination of stackable rings to the colorful Capri collection, Pomellato jewelry...

Category

Italian Contemporary 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mimi Di N 1981 GoldGiltMetal Set Pinecone Sprays ConvertiblePendants BeltBuckles
Mimi Di N 1981 GoldGiltMetal Set Pinecone Sprays ConvertiblePendants BeltBuckles

Mimi Di N 1981 GoldGiltMetal Set Pinecone Sprays ConvertiblePendants BeltBuckles

By Mimi di N

Located in Chicago, IL

This highly-textural gold-gilt metal two-piece belt buckle or convertible pendant depicting sprays. of pine cones and needles was designed by Mimi di N in 1981, as noted in the signe...

Category

American Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold

Silver Wild Bison Sculpture - Silver
Silver Wild Bison Sculpture - Silver

Silver Wild Bison Sculpture - Silver

By Lazzerini Argenteria

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Impressive handcrafted wild bison sculpture in solid 925 sterling silver, entirely made in Italy and weighing 1,040 grams. This powerful animalier piec...

Category

Italian Early Victorian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Silver Handcrafted Gazelle - Micheletto
Silver Handcrafted Gazelle - Micheletto

Silver Handcrafted Gazelle - Micheletto

By Lazzerini Argenteria

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Elegant handcrafted gazelle sculpture in solid 925 sterling silver, entirely made in Italy and weighing 800 grams. This refined animalier piece beautifully captures the grace, agility, and noble presence of the gazelle through finely sculpted proportions and exceptional artisanal craftsmanship. The sculpture is distinguished by its long, intricately detailed horns, slender silhouette, and expressive features, all carefully modeled to convey movement and natural elegance. The softly textured silver surface and rich patina enhance the realism of the piece while emphasizing the depth and quality of the hand-finished workmanship. A sophisticated decorative object and collectible work of art, this sterling silver gazelle...

Category

Italian Early Victorian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration "Fruity Gourds" circa 1930s Prosperity
Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration "Fruity Gourds" circa 1930s Prosperity

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Decoration "Fruity Gourds" circa 1930s Prosperity

Located in Hong Kong, HK

From our extensive Jade collection, here is another one to add to someones important collection. This piece was carved in the period of "Republic of China" 1911-1949. This jade piece is certified natural without treatments or enhancements. It is a substantial piece. Nowadays, a piece this big would be cut up into many smaller pieces to be sold. This piece is titled "Fruity Gourds" The meaning behind this carving is associated with prosperity, abundant harvest and being bountiful. Throughout time...... prosperity, longevity and happiness are regarded as some of the most important things in life. Therefore you will see many carvings associated with these 3 ideas. Jadeite comes in many different colors and green has the highest demand. It is a great piece for investors and connoisseurs looking to collect world class Jade. This will be the center piece of any Jade collection. This natural Jade carving...

Category

Chinese Contemporary Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Silver Handcrafted Grayling Fish - Silver
Silver Handcrafted Grayling Fish - Silver

Silver Handcrafted Grayling Fish - Silver

By Lazzerini Argenteria

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Exceptional handcrafted Grayling fish sculpture in solid 925 sterling silver, entirely made in Italy and weighing 776 grams. This finely detailed piece captures the elegant form and ...

Category

Italian Early Victorian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver

White Jade Lotus & Goldfish Pendant (GIA Report 2239295018)
White Jade Lotus & Goldfish Pendant (GIA Report 2239295018)

White Jade Lotus & Goldfish Pendant (GIA Report 2239295018)

Located in San Diego, CA

Carved from fine nephrite jade, the pendant showcases a round lotus bud with a goldfish gracefully perched atop, its long tail elegantly draping around the bud. The reverse side feat...

Category

Asian Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Signed Bergmann Dachshund Dog Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze 6 Inches Circa 1900
Signed Bergmann Dachshund Dog Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze 6 Inches Circa 1900

Signed Bergmann Dachshund Dog Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze 6 Inches Circa 1900

By Franz Bergmann 1

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB SIGNED FRANZ BERGMANN ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A STANDING DACHSHUND DOG. The Bergmann Dachshund is one of the finest cold painted Austrian Bronzes you wil...

Category

Austrian Gilded Age 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mellerio Paris, French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, Lapis, and Obsidian Polo Player
Mellerio Paris, French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, Lapis, and Obsidian Polo Player

Mellerio Paris, French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, Lapis, and Obsidian Polo Player

By Mellerio dits Meller

Located in Long Island City, NY

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal, Enamel, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Emerald, and Obsidian Polo Player, Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object. An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French Carved Horse Sculpture, Jeweled Mounted Object sculpture "CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE", "A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1999. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock-crystal slab is finely applied with a carved obdisian hardstone horse and polo player, mounted in 18k gold, brilliant -cut diamonds, emaralds, enamel, lapis lazuli, and agate, .The obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE" / MELLERIO DITS MELLER PARIS / 5003 DIV The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 12" high x 8" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Category

French Art Deco 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant

Located in London, GB

Add a playful touch to your jewellery collection with this bold vintage 9 carat yellow gold charm. This beautifully crafted piece showcases an intricately detailed elephant standing...

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English Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Jasper, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Chinese Suzhou Carved Jadeite Zhong Kui Demon Queller Pendant A-Grade
Large Chinese Suzhou Carved Jadeite Zhong Kui Demon Queller Pendant A-Grade

Large Chinese Suzhou Carved Jadeite Zhong Kui Demon Queller Pendant A-Grade

Located in Richmond, CA

A large Chinese Suzhou workshop master artisan hand carved jadeite (natural A-grade) pendant in the form of Zhong Kui (Demon Queller in Chinese mythology) head. The details of this i...

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Chinese Artisan 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Jade

GIA Certified Natural Red AKA Coral Dragon Carving on Hand Carved Wooden Stand
GIA Certified Natural Red AKA Coral Dragon Carving on Hand Carved Wooden Stand

GIA Certified Natural Red AKA Coral Dragon Carving on Hand Carved Wooden Stand

Located in Pasadena, CA

This finely carved natural red coral dragon depicts a powerful dragon flying through clouds, a traditional Chinese symbol of advancement, success, and rising status. The carving show...

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Taiwanese Artist Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

German Shepherd Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 6.5 Inch Austria Bronze
German Shepherd Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 6.5 Inch Austria Bronze

German Shepherd Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 6.5 Inch Austria Bronze

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A LARGE GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG. THE WONDERFUL MODELING AND PAINTING OF THIS LARGE 6 1/2 INCH LONG DOG IS OF THE FINEST QUALITY. This ...

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Austrian Gilded Age 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Baby Elephant Sculpture - Silver
Baby Elephant Sculpture - Silver

Baby Elephant Sculpture - Silver

By Lazzerini Argenteria

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Charming handcrafted baby elephant sculpture in solid 925 sterling silver, entirely made in Italy and weighing 640 grams. This delightful piece captures the gentle and playful nature...

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Italian Early Victorian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Solid Silver Leopard Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Solid Silver Leopard Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Solid Silver Leopard Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Solid silver leopard very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 31 mm / 1.220 inches - Length 80 mm / 3.149 inches - Weight 75 grams. It is stam...

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Italian Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Solid silver Cocker Spanieln very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 36 mm / 1..417 inches - Length 45 mm / 1.771 inches - Weight 34 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Ita...

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Italian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Björn Weckström Starfighter rare artpiece
Björn Weckström Starfighter rare artpiece

Björn Weckström Starfighter rare artpiece

By Bjorn Weckstrom

Located in Malmö, SE

Lapponia Finland "Starfighter" bronze pendant designed by Bjorn Weckstrom, Stamped "Lapponia Finland", 1970's, mounted on a black acrylic plinth, pendant 5.4 x 2cm. x 1.5cm. deep., ...

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Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Monkey Band Austrian Vienna Bronze 9 Piece Antique circa 1900 Drum Violin Horn
Monkey Band Austrian Vienna Bronze 9 Piece Antique circa 1900 Drum Violin Horn

Monkey Band Austrian Vienna Bronze 9 Piece Antique circa 1900 Drum Violin Horn

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A RARE MONKEY BAND WITH NINE PLAYERS AND CONDUCTORS. THE MONKEY MUSICIANS ARE ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZES. THE BAND INCLUDES THE CONDUCTOR WITH MUSIC STAND, DRUM, VIOLIN, TRUMPET, CELLO OR BASE, CYMBALS, FRENCH HORN OR TUBA AND FLUTE. These wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronzes (Bronze de Vienne...

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Austrian Victorian 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rattle Dangle #22459
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rattle Dangle #22459

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rattle Dangle #22459

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Rattle Dangle This small rattle dangle is part of a vintage Tiffany rattle, missing the ring. Tiffany & Co box and pouch ...

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20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Hermann Heubach Frog in Bed with Chamber Pot Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze
Hermann Heubach Frog in Bed with Chamber Pot Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze

Hermann Heubach Frog in Bed with Chamber Pot Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB SIGNED HERMANN HEUBACH GESCHUTZT AUSTRIA ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A FROG IN BED WITH A BANDAGED HEAD AND LEG AND A CHAMBER POT BESIDE THE BED. THE BRONZE D...

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Austrian Gilded Age 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Solid Silver Italian Cocker Spaniel Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Solid silver Cocker Spaniel very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 36 mm / 1.417 inches - Length 48 mm / 1.889 inches - Weight 52 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Itali...

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Italian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Art Deco Daum Nancy France Signed Glass Applications Lead Crystal Sculpted Vase
Art Deco Daum Nancy France Signed Glass Applications Lead Crystal Sculpted Vase

Art Deco Daum Nancy France Signed Glass Applications Lead Crystal Sculpted Vase

By Daum

Located in Chicago, IL

Art glass vase signed: Daum Nancy France. Evidenced by this Daum sculptural colorless blown and hot-shaped lead-crystal heavy vessel vase, the finest irreproducible artistic works in the history of the iconic French decorative-glass maker feature ornamental thick glass applications. Its most in-demand pieces today were made between 1925 and 1935, with very few major ArtDeco-period pieces remaining in private hands and even less without damage. A similarly shaped, constructed and sized circa-1925 vase with "stylized foliage" motif is in the collection of the French Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris as Inventory #36309 acquired from Don Jacques Daum. A later-produced vase with a similar application-motif at just the rim, but in a "Champagne" bubbled style, is among the photos in the published book about the Leo and Irina Esterkin acquisitions from 1910-1940 titled Daum Art Deco Glass--A Private Collection. On our prime-condition antique vase, applied transparent glass is styled in high relief into a flowing undulating motif that evolved from Daum's Art Nouveau foliage designs. The angular and curvilinear shapes of this vessel epitomize the bold vases, bowls and sculptures for which Daum is best known. Its tiny pencil-etched signature on the side near the bottom reads "Daum (plus the Lorraine-cross symbol) Nancy France", which resembles some published signatures since 1925. Revealing how ahead of its time this particular design was--after WWII in 1945 coinciding with the revitalization of the French glass industry--Daum used...

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French Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Crystal

Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments #18829
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments #18829

Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments #18829

By Gorham

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments This set of three Christmas ornaments by amazing designer Gorham features two Christmas reindeer ornaments and...

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20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Solid Silver Italian Pointer Bracco Figurine Vintage, 1970s
Solid Silver Italian Pointer Bracco Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Solid Silver Italian Pointer Bracco Figurine Vintage, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Solid silver Bracco Italiano (Italian Pointer) in very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 55 mm / 2.16 inches - Length 80 mm / 3.14 inches - We...

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Italian Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Vintage Rooster Cock Brooch Tiger Eye Jasper Agate 18 Karat Gold
Vintage Rooster Cock Brooch Tiger Eye Jasper Agate 18 Karat Gold

Vintage Rooster Cock Brooch Tiger Eye Jasper Agate 18 Karat Gold

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This superb rooster's head has been carved out of tiger eye and various hardstones. The beak and the brooch fitting are executed in 18 karat gold.

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Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Solid 18k Gold and Tigers Eye Salvador Dalí Madonna de Port Lligat Necklace
Solid 18k Gold and Tigers Eye Salvador Dalí Madonna de Port Lligat Necklace

Solid 18k Gold and Tigers Eye Salvador Dalí Madonna de Port Lligat Necklace

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Unique only One in series of ten Limited Edition 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Madonna de Port Lligat Pendant Necklace / Bracelet with tiger´s eye center base This is a limited edition numbered piece from 1970's, number 1 out of 10 ever made. This necklace comes with a pouch and a frame for collectors piece exhibit Accompanying card from Exmundart Original rights from Land Spring Enginering Ltd, propietor of the exclusive world-wide rights on this sculpture-jewel as stated in the document ordained by Salvador Dalí, and legalised by Mr. José Gómez de la Serna, Notary of Barcelona Spain. Details: Sculpture-Jewel cast wit the use of the lost wax process and denominated Madonna de Port Lligat Length: Necklace 25" (or 17" if wearing bracelet) Bracelet: 8" You can add bracelet to the necklace. Length: Bracelet 8¨"/ 20cm Necklace alone 17,32" / 44cm Necklace with bracelet...

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Spanish Artisan Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 18K Gold, Enamel and Diamond Mounted Carved Labradorite Turkey Bird
Rare 18K Gold, Enamel and Diamond Mounted Carved Labradorite Turkey Bird

Rare 18K Gold, Enamel and Diamond Mounted Carved Labradorite Turkey Bird

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 18K gold, enamel and diamond mounted carved labradorite turkey bird sculpture on a petrified wood base, attributed to Manfred Wild, Idar-Oberstein, ...

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German 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Diamond, Labradorite, 18k Gold, Enamel

Solid Silver Buffalo Figurine Vintage 1970s Made in Italy
Solid Silver Buffalo Figurine Vintage 1970s Made in Italy

Solid Silver Buffalo Figurine Vintage 1970s Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

Solid silver buffalo figurine very good vintage condition. Dimensions: Height 24 mm / 0.944 inches - Length 50 mm / 1.968 inches - Weight 27 grams. It is stamped with the Silver Ita...

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Italian Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Coral, Stone Sculpture.
Coral, Stone Sculpture.

Coral, Stone Sculpture.

Located in Napoli, Campania

This sculpture is composed by a branch of coral carved with a face and a body of a woman and, below, a face of man. Everything is based on a marine stone. Total Weight 612 gr Heigh ...

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Italian Retro Vintage 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Coral

Cat Thief Pug Dog Police Mouse Safe Cracking Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique 1900
Cat Thief Pug Dog Police Mouse Safe Cracking Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique 1900

Cat Thief Pug Dog Police Mouse Safe Cracking Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique 1900

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A VERY RARE SIGNED GESCHUTZT AUSTRIA ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE SCENE OF A CAT OR KITTEN THIEF CRACKING A SAFE AND BEING CAUGHT FROM BEHIND BY A PUG DOG POLICE MAN AS A M...

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Austrian Gilded Age 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze

Jade Plaque Inscribed with Poem, 1900
Jade Plaque Inscribed with Poem, 1900

Jade Plaque Inscribed with Poem, 1900

Located in Northampton, MA

This dark green (almost black) nephrite jade pendant is inscribed with a brief poem about spring. The text — 泛好 红时春 万辰 风 象翠沐 新绿 雨 — which would appear to be an ode to the cleansing, ...

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Chinese Art Nouveau Antique 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Silver, Copper

Italian Silver Carafe 20th Century
Italian Silver Carafe 20th Century

Italian Silver Carafe 20th Century

Located in Milano, IT

Hand embossed and engraved jug in 800 silver in the mid-20th century, made in Palermo Sicily Italy. It measures 41x24x15xcm / 16.141x9.448x5.905 inches and weighs 993 grams. It has t...

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Italian Retro 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Silver

Poodle Dog Holding Purse Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze
Poodle Dog Holding Purse Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze

Poodle Dog Holding Purse Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A WHITE POODLE DOG CARRYING A PURSE. This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bron...

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Austrian Gilded Age 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

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Bronze