Architecture and Mantels [Harp Gallery]

(Nov 19) Vernis Martin Curved Glass Vitrine or Curio Cabinet

This outstanding curved glass curio display cabinet or "vitrine" is all original, and hand-painted with the famous "Vernis Martin" frosty golden finish. The burnished cast bronze mounts are exquisite, the artistic paintings of cherubs and courting scenes is subtle. Original wavy glass is curved in the door and sides....
Price: $3,350 view

(Oct 20) Victorian Eastlake Cherry Fireplace Mantel Surround

From the late Victorian or Eastlake period about 1880, a fireplace mantel and surround is solid cherry and birch hardwood. The finish is impeccable, there is a gallery and open shelves for holiday decorating. On the top mantel shelf are wooden pegs, see photos. Dimensions of this...
Price: $875 view

(Oct 18) Pair of White Marble Columns, Stands or Pedestals

A classical pair of white marble columns, stands or pedestals have beautiful delicate natural grain. Just waiting for sculpture or plants, they are hollow and therefore not terribly heavy. Condition is excellent on this 60 year old pair, size is 9" across the top, 11" across the base...
Price: $695 view

(Oct 15) Wrought Iron 16' x 10' Arch or Gateway

A spectacular wrought and cast iron arch or gateway has subtly shaded verdigris finish. Used indoors, it appears to be 50-75 years old and in excellent condition. Three separate pieces include the small ring joining the sides at the center. There is a bracket below the center...
Price: $2,750 view

(Oct 3) Pair of Wrought Iron Garden or Wine Cellar Gates

This pair of arched hand wrought iron gates would be impressive in a garden or wine cellar. The natural iron has just enough rust for a beautiful rustic patina. There is a sliding latch between the doors and one that would go down into the floor. Hinges...
Price: $695 view

(Sep 24) White Marble Fireplace Mantel & Surround

Carved of beautifully grained white marble about 1890, a classical fireplace mantel and surround is lovely. This antique disassembles into 4 pieces for handling. There are two old repairs above the fire opening, some stains especially on the top, and a small chip at the rear of the...
Price: $1,275 view

(Sep 12) Lenox Autumn China with Serving Pieces

A large set of signed "Lenox" china includes numerous serving pieces, all in the the famous hand-painted "Autumn" pattern. We see no damage to any of these pieces, the gold rims are in excellent unworn condition, and there are minor scratches to some of the plates. This...
Price: $1,675 view

(Sep 12) Rustic Victorian Country Pine Fireplace Mantel

A graceful rustic Victorian country pine fireplace mantel and surround dates from about 1850. It has wonderful character - stains, mars, old paint residue at the edges and dings - plus glowing warm patina. There are square nails on this American antique, useful as a decoration or for...
Price: $450 view

(Sep 5) 7' Tall Carved Oak Chateau Fireplace Mantel, Crest

A massive hand-carved oak fireplace mantel and surround has the family heraldic crest from a chateau or castle in the Loire River valley in France. Deeply carved oak leaves and acorns, "linen-fold" side panels, and spiral columns on the front all show spectacular artistry. The solid oak is bare of...
Price: $7,950 view

(Jul 16) Italian Art Deco Sideboard or Backbar Beveled Mirror

Dramatic Italian Art Deco furniture from about 1930, this sideboard or backbar has entirely matched walnut burl. The gleaming finish is excellent, with wonderful warm patina and the dazzling "oyster" walnut natural grain. Hand-made, the drawers have hand-cut dovetails and bronze pulls are original. Above is a...
Price: $1,975 view