“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 […]
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 […]
Hoffman-Gampetro (Gallery #37) has been at the Manhattan Art and Antiques Center since 1978. And is an emporium of collectibles, objets de vertu, period jewelry and decorations. Take a look at a some of their lovely new items! Antique Silver Chocolate Pot English China Service Plates Vintage South Sea Pearl Pin Large Chinese Blue and […]
In Gallery #61, you’ll find P.M. Tung Arts. P.M. Tung Arts specializes in antique Chinese art, including sculptures, paintings, furniture and decorative pieces made from jade carvings, ivory bronze, glass, ceramics, stone carving and lacquer. Take a look at some of their collection here and stop by their gallery to see more! Imperial White Marble […]
Sèvres is a type of fine porcelain characterized by elaborate decoration on backgrounds of intense color, made at Sèvres in the suburbs of Paris. The Met has an excellent article about “Sèvres Porcelain in the Nineteenth Century” which explains the factory’s importance. It begins: “The vast and diverse production of the Sèvres factory in the […]
Our dealers have an astounding selection of Antique Asian Art. Here are just a few of the treasures from China: Wood Carving Figures Antique White Jade Carving Peking Glass Overlay Vase Pair of Antique Cloisonne Vases I-Hsing Tea Pot Tang Dynasty Ewer Antique Cinnabar Lacquer Vases The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center is located at: […]
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 […]