The decoration of this turban stand is characteristic of the Rococo style introduced to the Ottoman Empire during the Tulip Period, a time of openness to Western artistic influences in the 18th century. The decorative technique employed, known as Edirnekâri, refers to a tradition of sculpture and polychromy developed by artisans in the city of Edirne, in western Turkey.
Ottoman Empire, Turkey
Late 18th century
An elegant oval miniature attributed to Robert Field (1769–1819), depicting a bust-length portrait of an admiral in his blue uniform, adorned with epaulettes and gold embroidery. The sitter is shown in three-quarter view against a delicately shaded blue background, highlighting the refined features of his face.
His body is portrayed in an expressive, almost dancing pose, with his right arm raised and his left arm extended, creating a dynamic and light silhouette. Far from the typical depiction of agony, his youthful face remains gentle and serene, without any trace of suffering.
Italy XVII century
The lady is dressed in a gown known as a “déshabillé,” a refined garment emblematic of French fashion in the 1670s. Her bodice is adorned with black stones—diamonds. At that time, diamonds did not yet reflect light effectively. To accentuate their brilliance, cutters applied soot behind the stones, creating a contrast that gave the illusion of sparkle. This is why, in early Renaissance and 17th-century paintings, diamonds are often depicted in black.
Attributed to Jean-Baptiste Kohn, this piece was designed primarily as a decorative element intended to adorn a refined living room, rather than for intensive daily use.
France
Late 19th century
The composition highlights a miniature under glass representing a cherub dressed in antique style, accompanied by a dove, symbol of love and purity.
The finesse of the decor, combined with the softness of the subject, gives this piece a romantic character typical of the 19th century.
Rare day bed, sculpted wood, original polychromy, to recover
Epoch Directoire
France
This solid wood Renaissance-style dining table rests on four substantial column-shaped legs, giving it a striking appearance.
It conceals a very practical system for extending the leaves, allowing you to easily enlarge or reduce the surface area, transforming it from an intimate dinner party to a large reception table.
It consists of a deep Imari-type porcelain plate, in particularly bright colors, deep blue, bright white and intense red.
The gilded bronze frame is in keeping with the spirit typical of the Louis XV style.
Today, it can also be used as a paperweight, while retaining its decorative charm and unique presence.
France
Late 19th century