The European Decorative Arts Company, in Gallery #54, specializes in the finest examples of Objects of Verdu (enamels and hardstone carvings), decorative carriage clocks, and Viennese enamels. Carriage Clocks Carriage or “traveling” clocks reached their heyday in the second half of the 19th century. Easily recognizable by their four-sided cases with glass sides and handle […]
“Boxes” don’t sound all that elegant now, tending to evoke thoughts of storage or moving. But the antique box… Most often used for jewelry, these decorative and feminine objects were fitting places to keep treasures. Antique Wonderful Gold and Agate Box Antique Mughal Gold Enamel Box 18th Century Cinnabar Lacquer Box French or Russian Bronze […]
A number of our dealers regularly post their beautiful items on Instagram. Here’s just a sampling, along with the dealer’s descriptions: Kenneth James Collection on Instagram: Joseph Saidian & Sons on Instagram: AAA Silver/Nathan Horowitz Antiques on Instagram: The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center is located at 1050 2nd Avenue (at 56th […]
Brian Stewart has a plethora of dazzling vintage and antique jewelry. In fact, the gallery specializes in 19th & 20th century jewelry – as well as porcelain, paintings, and silver. Here are some elegant acquisitions. The perfect item to enhance your evening-wear – or to feel especially polished during the day. Large Vintage Topaz Ring […]
Transfixed by Faberge? Essex Global Trading Inc. in Gallery #19 has some stunning items. While the name is generally associated with the elegant Easter Eggs, Peter Carl Fabergé was the goldsmith to the Russian Imperial Court – and the creator of the eponymous masterpieces which evoke visions of Belle Époque. And there’s much more to […]
Brooches are lovely – and useful. A brooch can dress up – and even transform – an outfit. 50 years in business, Kenneth James Collection features fine 20th century jewelry from Cartier, Tiffany and Van Cleef & Arpels, in addition to commercial Lalique and Baccarat perfume bottles. They also carry a number of unique antique […]
It’s officially summer! Birds are chirping outside – so why not bring some of that vibrance into your home? With bird-themed decor and accessories! Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases “Nature’s Tiny Miracle” Judith Lieber Purple Purse Art Nouveau Plique A Jour Bird of Paradise by Alphonse Auger Pair of Sterling Silver Pheasants […]
Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, a decorative item for your study, or a lovely conversation piece, these bronze antique scales from England fit the bill perfectly. Antique Steelyard Scale Antique Postal Scale Antique Apothecary Scale with Weights Contact Burke’s Antiques to inquire about any of the above pieces. [212 570 […]
These 19th Century ornamental antique candelabras convey spectacular elegance. Feast your eyes on these French beauties in person at our galleries. Important Pair of Gilt Bronze Tea Light Candelabras Pair of Empire Gilt Bronze and Marble Candelabras Fine Pair of Gilt and Patinated Bronze Candelabras Signed Deniere Pair of French Ormolu and Crystal Candelabras […]
A vinaigrette is a small box with a hinged lid, containing a small sponge for a fragrance. The fragrance, traditionally dissolved in vinegar, was considered medicine. The scents within were often for “reviving” those (generally women) who had fainted or felt ill. With the exception of romantic comedies, people no longer seem as unsteady on […]