Robin Kowalski
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
  • A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press
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A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press


A beautiful early 20th century silver plated Duck press / Lobster press on a wooden base. In perfect restored condition! Dimensions: H51 x W41 x D24cm. H20.08 x W16.14 x D9.45inch.

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Robin Kowalski
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2110 Wijnegem
Region: Antwerpen
Country: Belgium
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Late 19th-Century French Wrought Iron Butcher’s Table /Table de boucher

Late 19th-Century French Wrought Iron Butcher’s Table /Table de boucher

Late 19th-Century French Wrought Iron Butcher’s Table

 

Elegant antique butcher’s table featuring an ornate wrought iron base with scrolling details, acanthus motifs, and gilded brass accents. The center displays a decorative medallion with a classical female figure, adding charm and character. Topped with a beautiful marble.

 

Dimensions:

 

H79 x W124 x D68 cm.

H31.10 x W48.82 x D26.77 inch.
A Wrought Iron Lantern From The Late 19th Century By Valerian Gillar

A Wrought Iron Lantern From The Late 19th Century By Valerian Gillar

A magnificent late 19th-century wrought-iron lantern by Valerian Gillar, Vienna, fitted with beveled glass panels.

 

This exceptional lantern showcases the refined craftsmanship for which the Viennese master Valerian Gillar was known. Richly decorated in ornate Rococo revival style, it features exuberant hand-forged scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and finely pierced openwork details. The six-sided body is framed with beautifully cut glass panels that allow the illumination to highlight the intricacy of the ironwork.

A striking and highly decorative piece, exemplary of late 19th-century Viennese metal artistry — both elegant and imposing, perfect as a statement feature in a grand entrance hall, gallery, or period interior.

 

Label: V. Gillar, Wien, Siebenbrunnengasse 9

 

Valerian Gillar (1839–1927)

 

Austrian master of wrought-iron craftsmanship and Imperial Court Supplier

 

Valerian Gillar was born on 28 April 1839 in Freiberg in Moravia (today Příbor in the Czech Republic) and died on 23 January 1927 in Vienna. He became one of the most respected metal artists of the late 19th century, known especially for his elegant wrought-iron work. Gillar ran his own workshop in Vienna, located at Siebenbrunnengasse 9, and was appointed k.u.k. Hoflieferant (Imperial and Royal Court Supplier), a title granted only to craftsmen of exceptional quality.

 

 

Dimensions:

H100 x 64 x 47 cm.

H39.37 x 25.20 x 18.50 inch.
Louis XVI–Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Table à Écrire / writing table.

Louis XVI–Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Table à Écrire / writing table.

Louis XVI–Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Table à Écrire France, Late 19th Century A fine Louis XVI–style writing table, the rectangular top inset with richly veined Brèche Violette marble within a gilt-bronze molded border. The mahogany frame is adorned with exceptionally detailed gilt-bronze mounts, including floral swags, rosettes, and classical trophies, reflecting the refined neoclassical taste of the period. The frieze is decorated with a central drawer featuring a chased gilt-bronze panel depicting playful putti in relief, framed by draped garlands. The four square, tapering legs are mounted with gilt-bronze appliqués of laurel sprays, quivers, and torches, terminating in foliate sabots. This table exemplifies the Louis XVI revival style that flourished in Paris during the Belle Époque, combining the elegance and symmetry of the 18th century with the technical virtuosity and opulence of late 19th-century French craftsmanship. Dimensions: H77 x W106 x D63cm. H30.31 x W41.73 x D24.80 inch.
A large stone garden pedestal

A large stone garden pedestal

A large weathered 19th century finely crafted pedestal in bluestone. In 3 parts. Note: stone vase not included. Dimensions: H104 by 72 cm. H40.95 by 28.35 inch.
Pair Art Nouveau display counters

Pair Art Nouveau display counters

Pair of Mahogany Art Nouveau display counters with Glass Vitrines France, circa 1900 An exceptional pair of identical freestanding Art Nouveau display counters in richly polished mahogany, originally designed for a jewellery boutique. Each counter features elegant, rounded ends and flowing, sinuous lines characteristic of the Art Nouveau period. The upper section comprises a vitrine display case with curved and bevelled cut-glass panels and top, allowing for an elegant presentation of jewellery or other fine objects. Below, the counters are fitted with multiple drawers adorned with finely cast gilt-bronze handles, providing both beauty and practicality. Beautifully detailed on all sides, these counters were conceived to stand freely in the room or dressing room, making them visually striking from every angle. A remarkable example of late 19th-century commercial craftsmanship, combining utility with refined artistic design. Dimensions: H 106,5 x W 163 x D 52 cm. H 41.93 x W 64.17 x D 20.47 inch.
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A 19th Century Baroque Revival oval mirror.

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A 19th Century Baroque Revival oval mirror.

An exceptional late 19th-century Baroque Revival oval mirror, dated 1898, featuring a richly carved giltwood frame with elaborate acanthus scrolls and foliate ornamentation throughout. Dimensions: H127 x 90cm. H50 x 35.43 inch.
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A bronze Louis XVI style lantern

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A bronze Louis XVI style lantern

A bronze Louis XVI style lantern with curved glass. France c. 1930s Dimensions: H75 bij 34 cm. H29.53 bij 13.39 inch.
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Pair vintage spherical Capiz lotus flower floor lamps by Rausch.

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Pair vintage spherical Capiz lotus flower floor lamps by Rausch.

Pair beautiful Lotus flower floor lamps in spherical shape consisting of Lotus Capiz (Mother of Pearl) shaped flowers. Manufacturer is Rausch Beleuchtung, Germany 1960-1970s. Dimensions H166 by 55 cm. H65.35 by 21.65 inch.
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A Victorian 19thC silver plated bronze and crystal ten-piece table garniture by Mappin & Webb, London.

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A Victorian 19thC silver plated bronze and crystal ten-piece table garniture by Mappin & Webb, London.

A Victorian 19thC silver plated bronze and crystal ten-piece table garniture by Mappin & Webb, London. England c.1880s This exceptional table garniture exemplifies the opulent aesthetic of late Victorian decorative arts. The ensemble comprises three large candelabra, a central centerpiece, and six matching tazzas (coupes), each finely executed in silver-plated bronze with cut crystal dishes. The design displays a refined synthesis of neoclassical and romantic motifs, characteristic of Mappin & Webb's late nineteenth-century production. Each base is adorned with mythological winged horses (pegasi), cast in high relief and meticulously chased, supporting fluted columns and scrolling arms enriched with foliate ornament. The crystal elements are intricately wheel-cut with radiating and foliate patterns, harmonizing with the polished silver surfaces to produce a luminous and richly textured effect. Perfect condition! Mappin & Webb, London: Mappin & Webb, one of Britain's most prestigious silversmiths and Royal Warrant Holders, this garniture represents the firm's commitment to craftsmanship and design excellence at the height of the nineteenth century. Dimensions: 3 Candelabras: H51 by 40 cm. H20.08 by 15.75 inch. 1 Centrepiece: H25 x W72 x D31 cm. H9.84 x W28.35 x D12.20 inch. 6 Tazzas: H21 by 22cm. H8.27 by 8.66 inch.
A tortoise shell Vitrine by Maison Franck

A tortoise shell Vitrine by Maison Franck

A beautiful 2 door Art Deco tortoise shell vitrine by Maison Franck. Antwerp circa 1920s 2 glass shelves. Dimensions: H186 x W118 x D46 cm. H73.22 x W46.46 x D18.11 inch.
A spectacular Art Nouveau centrepiece

A spectacular Art Nouveau centrepiece

Large Art Nouveau bronze Silver-Plated Centerpiece. Circa 1900s. A magnificent and rare example of early 20th-century Art Nouveau design, this large silver-plated centerpiece features four elegantly draped female figures gracefully holding flowing fabric around an inset mirror with a ground edge that represents water. The sculptural composition beautifully captures the fluid, organic movement characteristic of the Art Nouveau era, with exquisite attention to detail in the figures' poses and garments. Masterpiece! Dimensions: W 75 cm × H 28 cm × D 55 cm W29.53 x H 11.02 x D 21.65 inch.
Female Articulated wooden artist mannequin.

Female Articulated wooden artist mannequin.

An early 20th-century articulated wooden female artist’s lay figure, finely carved and jointed throughout. The figure is constructed from richly patinated walnut with a deep, warm tone, showing signs of age and handling consistent with use. Its simplified yet anatomically proportionate form features well-defined torso curvature and articulated joints at the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles, allowing for a wide range of posing. The head and limbs are smoothly turned, with subtle hand and foot shaping. Such lay figures were traditionally used by artists and sculptors as adjustable models for studying human proportion, anatomy, and pose before the widespread availability of photographic reference. This example, distinctly feminine in form, reflects both the artistry and practicality of 19th and early 20th century studio tools. Dimensions: H60 cm / 23.62 inch.