an impressive religious sculpture group second half 19th

An impressive religious sculpture group - Second half 19th

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Wooden sculpture - Italy - second half of the 19th century

Beautiful sculpture carved in painted wood with patina,depicting a "Moor" kneeling on a finely carved cushion, probably used to support a wood or glass top.The sculpture is original from the 19th century, of Northern Italian manufacturing, and specifically from the Lombardy area.The sculpture shows no flaws, except for some cracking due to ageing.Dimensions: height52 cm, base 28 x 28 cm. Read More

Impressive bronze sculpture - Central Italy - late 19th /

Beautiful bronze sculpture of a Roman character.In good condition in consideration of age.The sculpture is 94 cm high,64 cm from shoulder to shoulder.Origin: Central Italy.This impressive sculpture weighs about kg. It is initialled S.V. (probably the name of one of the creators).Note: No shipping outside EU nor outside Europe.Once the auction is cleared, the sculpture should be picked up in Brindisi by your trusted courier service, in order to avoid any misunderstandings or problems about shipment and package.Have a good auction. Read More

Impressive bronze sculpture - Central Italy - late 19th /

Beautiful bronze sculpture of a Roman character.In good condition, in consideration of age.The sculpture is 94 cm high,64 cm from shoulder to shoulder.Origin: Central Italy.This impressive sculpture weighs about kg. It is initialled S.V. (probably the name of one of the creators).Note: FOR THOSE INTENDING TO OFFER A BID PRICE OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY AND EUROPE: IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED NOT TO DO IT. GETTING THE CERTIFICATION OF FREE MOVEMENT BY THE RELEVANT ITALIAN OFFICES MAY REQUIRE EXTENSIVE TIMES AND VERY HIGH COSTS.THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. Read More

Beautiful oak sculpture of an Angel -19th century -

Beautiful oak sculpture of an Angel.It dates back to the 19th century Neo-Gothic period. Flemish originThe Angel is very finely carved with beautiful details. See the creases of the dress and the subtle face. Dimensions:28 cm high and 37.5 cm wide. Mounted on an iron pedestal of a later date. Total height including the pedestal: 32cmThe carving has sustained some old-age damage and flaws over time (shrinkage cracks - fingertips damaged - wings are missing). See the pictures, which are part of the description. Read More

Desk - Walnut - Second half 19th century

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Box - Wood - Second half 19th century

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Sculpture Bust - Giuseppe Garibaldi - Samac - Second half

Are you interested in this item?This item is up for auction at Catawiki. Please click on "respond to advert" (orange button) to get redirected to the Catawiki website. Catawiki’s goal is to make special objects universally available. Our weekly auctions feature thousands of unusual, rare, and exceptional objects you won’t find in just any store. Very beautiful and expressive sculpture/bust of the Italian General Giuseppe Garibaldi.Made of zamak (zinc alloy), with the original gold lacquer colouring/surface.The sculpture is mounted on a blackened wooden base.With text on the pedestal Garibaldi, see photo 2.Size of the whole is 21 by 9.5 by 7 cm.Total weight is 490 grams.Dates back to circa , origin is France/Italy.It is in a very nice condition, some wear on the gold lacquer.Patina surface looks nice and worn.Giuseppe Garibaldi (Nice, 4 July – Caprera, 2 June ) was an Italian general, politician and nationalist, who played a large role in the history of Italy. Along with Camillo Cavour, Victor Emmanuel II of Italy and Giuseppe Mazzini, he is considered as one of the ‘fathers of the homeland'. Garibaldi played a central role during the Italian unification. Read more

Bed (1) - Wood - Second half 19th century

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Three Shepherds - Naples - second half 19th century

Ancient shepherds of terracottaNeapolitan Nativity sceneAuthentic clothes, never touched, of great valueThey were part of an ancient prestigious Nativity scene of southern Italy (missing fingers, see photos)highest statue 33 cm shortest statue 30 cm Read more

Vacheron & Constantin – Second half of 19th century

Vacheron & Constantin in excellent state of preservation. Intact enamel and case without dents or scratches.Two-tone silver dial (slightly oxidised on the outside), with hand-made engravings in the central circle made by burin.Roman numeral hour markers, seconds sub-dial at six o’clock.Movement no.: Aiguilles, with horizontal escapement. Brass-plated separated bridges hinged with burnished steel screws.18 kt gold casingIn perfect working orderDiameter: 38 mm – Thickness: 8 mm – Weight: g.Insured shipping with tracking. Read More

Antico Trespolo, Exhibitor - Walnut - Second half 19th

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Centre piece - Brass - Second half 19th century

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Wall mirror - Wood - Second half 19th century

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Vacheron & Constantin – Second half of 19th century

Click here to view this lot Vacheron & Constantin in excellent state of preservation. Intact enamel and case without dents or scratches.Two-tone ilver dial (slightly oxidised on the outside, with hand-made engravings in the central circle made by burin.Roman numeral hour markers, seconds sub-dial at six o’clock.Movement no.: Aiguilles, with horizontal escapement. Brass-plated separated bridges hinged with burnished steel screws.18 kt gold case.In perfect working order.Diameter: 38 mm – Thickness: 8 mm – Weight: g.Insured shipping with tracking.Click here to visit Catawiki Read More

chest (1) - Walnut - Second half 19th century

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Portable Desk - Mahogany - Second half 19th century

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Credenza - Inlaid fir - Second half 19th century

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Bust - 1 - Terracotta - Second half 19th century

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boat bed (1) - Walnut - Second half 19th century

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Tabernacle Gate - Gilt, Lacquer, Wood - Second half 19th

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Wall mirror - Gilt, Wood - Second half 19th century

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Print - Holy Shroud, Linen - Second half 19th century

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Chantal, Reliquary - bone case - Second half 19th century

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Glas in lood Antwerpen - Second half 19th century

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