{"title":"Art","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"antique-bronze-sculpture-titled-the-betrothal-by-carl-kauba-1865-1922","title":"Antique bronze sculpture titled \"The Betrothal\" by Carl Kauba (1865-1922)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb antique bronze and marble sculpture group titled \"The Betrothal\" by Carl Kauba (1865-1922), circa 1890 in date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bronze features a classical youth placing a ring on the hand of a girl sitting on a stepped marble base, signed C KAUBA FECIT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis high quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional \"lost wax\" process, otherwise known as the \"cire perdue\" method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe craftsmanship is second to none throughout all aspects of this sculpure elegant touch to your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions in cm:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight 23 cm x Width 24 cm x Depth 11 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions in inches:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight 9 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Kauba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewas an Austrian sculptor who was born in 1865. 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Title can be seen painted in the corner. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdwin \u003c\/span\u003eLandseer was a highly acclaimed 19th-century British painter, particularly renowned for his animal paintings. He had a personal connection with Sir Walter Scott, visiting Abbotsford. These visits led to him creating works that captured the essence of Abbotsford and Scott's life there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A Scene at Abbotsford\": \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting, exhibited in 1827, is a prime example of Landseer's work related to Abbotsfor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt depicts scenes from life at Abbotsford, often featuring animals, which was Landseer's specialty. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is important to remember that Landseer was very skilled at portraying animals, and they were often used to portray the character of the people that \u003c\/span\u003eowned them. Landseer's paintings of Abbotsford provide a visual record of the house and its surroundings during Scott's time. They contribute to the Romantic image of Abbotsford, emphasizing its connection to nature and the literary world. His work helped to solidity the popular image of Sir Walter Scott and his beloved home. Landseer’s work was very popular in his time, so his paintings of Abbotsford helped to popularize the image of Abbotsford. Landseer was a very skilled painter of animals. His paintings of animals were very popular in the victorian era. 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Likely dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, the piece features a dramatically scalloped silhouette, crowned with a high-pointed finial, and richly hand-painted with a series of elegant figural and floral motifs throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hinged double-door façade opens to reveal a mirrored interior framed by a Moorish-style arch. The entire surface is meticulously adorned with miniature-style Persian court scenes—graceful dancers, musicians, and nobles—set within vibrant floral cartouches in hues of saffron, crimson, and black, all accented with gold leaf detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe intricate lacquer work and storytelling imagery are emblematic of Qajar-era decorative arts, where form meets function in devotional or daily-use objects. 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Around her neck she wears a striking miniature portrait of a lady, possibly a memento of a departed loved one, adding poignancy to the composition. The artist’s careful attention to facial detail and textile rendering imbues the sitter with dignity and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is presented in its original carved pine frame, which shows traces suggesting it may once have been gilt. The reverse reveals patches and repairs consistent with age, and the canvas exhibits a notable tear with paint loss to the sitter’s dress (as shown). Despite this, the portrait retains strong decorative and historic appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSight: 21” x 17 1\/4”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall (framed): 27 1\/2” x 23 3\/4”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Surface wear, craquelure, and a tear with paint loss. Patches and repairs to the reverse. Frame shows wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43418563444796,"sku":null,"price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/A56A77DC-C259-46DF-A409-2F7F70760EF3.jpg?v=1755522428"},{"product_id":"carl-knoll-hand-painted-porcelain-portrait-plaque-carlsbad-late-19th-century","title":"Carl Knoll Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque, Carlsbad, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarl Knoll Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque, Carlsbad, Late 19th Century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb late 19th-century hand-painted porcelain portrait plaque by Carl Knoll, Carlsbad. The central portrait depicts a young woman in elaborate traditional attire, her head crowned with a garland of roses and adorned with a jeweled cross pendant. The portrait is exquisitely detailed, capturing both lifelike expression and refined costume. Surrounding the portrait is a striking black ground encircled with hand-painted roses in full bloom, framed by an intricate gilt and geometric border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse bears the impressed mark of Carl Knoll, Carlsbad, one of the most esteemed porcelain manufactories in 19th-century Bohemia. Founded in 1842, the Knoll factory gained renown for producing high-quality artistic porcelains, particularly portrait plaques and decorative chargers. During this period, Carlsbad porcelain was widely collected across Europe, favored by aristocracy and wealthy travelers who flocked to the famed spa town of Carlsbad, making such pieces both luxurious souvenirs and prized objects of display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Excellent for its age, with only minor surface wear. The colors remain vivid, and the painting is finely preserved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43418569146428,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/29A65997-302E-4A5A-B162-8A99754590AA.jpg?v=1755523239"},{"product_id":"gilt-bronze-relief-plaque-of-putti-at-play-19th-century","title":"Gilt Bronze Relief Plaque of Putti at Play, 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGilt Bronze Relief Plaque of Putti at Play, 19th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming 19th-century gilt bronze relief plaque depicting four playful putti engaged in artistic pursuits. One paints at an easel, another carves, while two study a folio together — a whimsical allegory of the arts. The figures are surrounded by drapery and framed interior details, rendered in fine low relief with delicate modeling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plaque is presented in a period giltwood and ebonized frame with glass cover, making it suitable for wall display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Good antique condition with light wear, minor scratches, and age patina to the bronze surface. Frame shows scattered nicks and wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43418578321468,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/E2C315E7-01BD-44CB-86A1-383121EDC577.jpg?v=1755524509"},{"product_id":"antique-french-black-lacquer-jewelry-sewing-box-with-floral-miniature-19th-century","title":"Antique French Black Lacquer Jewelry \/ Sewing Box with Floral Miniature, 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique French Black Lacquer Jewelry \/ Sewing Box with Floral Miniature, 19th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined mid-19th century French jewelry or sewing box, crafted in glossy black lacquer with gilt bronze mounts and fine detailing. The rectangular form rests on turned feet and is framed with molded beading. The hinged lid is beautifully adorned with an inset hand-painted floral miniature under glass, framed by an ornate gilded surround of Rococo-inspired scrollwork. Additional gilt bronze appliqués and delicate incised linework enrich the surface, adding elegance and contrast against the black ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box opens to reveal a spacious interior with two fitted front drawers, designed for storing jewelry, sewing implements, or personal treasures. Retains its original working key with a decorative tassel, a rare survival that enhances its appeal and completeness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese boxes were highly fashionable in 19th-century France, serving both as functional personal items and as luxurious decorative accessories displayed in salons and boudoirs. The artistry of the miniature painting, paired with the high-quality lacquer and mounts, reflects the craftsmanship associated with French decorative arts of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Light surface wear and age-related cracks to the lacquer, consistent with age and use. The miniature painting is beautifully preserved, retaining vibrant color and detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: c. 1850–1870\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43418607353916,"sku":null,"price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/E40E60F3-39EF-4440-B5DC-07936265FEFC.jpg?v=1755526840"},{"product_id":"original-19th-century-drawing-of-merchiston-castle","title":"Original 19th-century drawing of Merchiston Castle","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThomas H. Shepherd (fl. 1817–1840), Merchiston Castle, Edinburgh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOriginal 19th-century drawing of Merchiston Castle, the ancestral seat of the Napier family. Merchiston Castle is best known as the birthplace of John Napier (1550–1617), the famed Scottish mathematician who invented logarithms. Napier’s groundbreaking work, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eMirifici Logarithmorum Canonis Descriptio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e(1614), revolutionized mathematics and astronomy, earning dedications from contemporaries such as Johannes Kepler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis finely rendered drawing is attributed to Thomas H. Shepherd (active 1817–1840), an English topographical artist celebrated for his architectural views of Edinburgh and London. Executed with delicate wash and fine architectural detail, the work captures Merchiston Castle before its later Victorian alterations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePresented in a gilt frame with archival matting, and retaining a gallery label from Wellesley Ashe Gallery, Dublin. An elegant historic drawing linking Scotland’s architectural and intellectual heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Wellesley Ashe Gallery, Dublin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Ink and wash drawing on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507587350588,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/0693F12E-DD59-4D83-A1EF-883DFAEC3F68.jpg?v=1757961525"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-painted-portrait-brooch-of-a-lady-with-roses","title":"Antique Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch of a Lady with Roses","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAntique Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch of a Lady with Roses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContinental Europe, likely Austria or Germany | Circa 1850–1870\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis exquisite 19th-century brooch features a finely hand-painted portrait on porcelain, capturing a romanticized young lady in period dress, her gaze gently turned toward the viewer as she holds a cluster of pale roses to her cheek. Her rosy cheeks, cascading curls, and delicate white gown evoke the charm of mid-19th century Neoclassical portraiture, likely inspired by courtly or allegorical subjects of the era. The painting is executed with remarkable precision—note the soft translucency in the skin tones and the fine highlights in her eyes and floral adornment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSet in its original twisted brass or gilt metal mount with pinback fitting, the brooch is unmarked but typical of Viennese or German workshops producing porcelain miniatures in the Biedermeier to early Victorian periods. The reverse is covered with its original kiln-fired porcelain ground, still intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Approx. 2.25 in. wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Very good antique condition with minimal wear; minor age-related surface scratches visible under magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Found in France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507588300860,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/B7E97B09-AB30-40E7-9A21-6204D04F8767.jpg?v=1757961556"},{"product_id":"hand-painted-french-portrait-miniature-on-milk-glass-mother-and-child","title":"Hand-Painted French Portrait Miniature on Milk Glass – Mother and Child","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHand-Painted French Portrait Miniature on Milk Glass – Mother and Child\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrance, Circa 1900–1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA tender portrayal of maternal love, this hand-painted miniature depicts a serene mother embracing her child in a warm, copper-toned drapery—an homage to the classic Madonna and Child imagery beloved throughout art history. The composition is rendered in fine watercolor or gouache directly onto \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003emilk glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, a luminous white material prized in the early 20th century for its smooth surface and soft glow beneath paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe miniature is framed in a gilt ormolu-style bezel with a ribbon-form crest and mounted within a more recent custom shadowbox frame featuring gold-accented scrollwork—a striking balance between historic charm and modern display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMiniatures on milk glass like this were often sold as devotional or sentimental objects, reflecting both spiritual reverence and personal affection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Found in France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Watercolor or gouache on milk glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFraming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Ormolu miniature frame with contemporary shadowbox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Circa 1900–1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507590037564,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/F1ACEBF5-6E0F-493F-8BA0-7C30688DE4A3.jpg?v=1757961725"},{"product_id":"landscape-in-the-manner-of-jules-dupre-1811-1889","title":"Landscape in the Manner of Jules Dupré (1811–1889)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLandscape in the Manner of Jules Dupré (1811–1889)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOil on panel | Circa late 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFrame included | Found in France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis moody and atmospheric oil landscape, rendered with richly textured brushwork and dramatic tonal contrast, evokes the Barbizon School style closely associated with French painter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eJules Dupré\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e. Dupré was a leading figure in 19th-century naturalism, celebrated for his expressive skies, earthy palette, and emotional engagement with the French countryside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe work features a village scene under a turbulent sky, with warm light illuminating rooftops and foliage in the foreground—a hallmark of Dupré’s romantic and brooding vision of nature. The painting is presented in a wide giltwood frame with a nameplate bearing “J. Dupré,” though no visible signature is apparent on the panel itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Stable craquelure, surface wear, and possible darkening from aged varnish. The reverse shows an old wooden support and signs of age. Sold as “in the manner of” Jules Dupré unless authenticated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507608518716,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/911138E0-BC31-4155-A386-D7383E07A0C9.jpg?v=1757962322"},{"product_id":"victorian-watercolor-of-a-riverside-mill-by-f-dixon","title":"Victorian Watercolor of a Riverside Mill by F. Dixon","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVictorian Watercolor of a Riverside Mill by F. Dixon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA tranquil \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e19th-century English watercolor landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, signed lower right by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eF. Dixon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, depicting a rustic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003emill beside a quiet river\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e. The red-tiled roofs and timbered mill buildings are mirrored in the still water, while figures along the bank and in a small boat enliven the pastoral scene. Framed by tall trees and soft rolling hills beyond, the composition captures the quintessential beauty of the Victorian countryside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe painting is presented in a period oak frame with its original backboards intact, adding to its authenticity. Works such as this, by regional watercolorists like F. Dixon, were prized during the Victorian era for their romanticized vision of rural England — idealized landscapes that spoke to nostalgia, peace, and the timeless charm of nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eArtist: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eF. Dixon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (active late 19th century)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOrigin: England, c. 1870–1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMedium: Watercolor on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSubject: Riverside mill with figures and reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSignature: Signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eF. Dixon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e lower right\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrame: Period oak frame with original backing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvenance: Found in Scotland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCondition: Very good; watercolor remains vibrant with light toning, minor age spotting, and frame with expected wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507644465212,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/49B8A467-A202-4544-951A-AE3F4915F3DF.jpg?v=1757963229"},{"product_id":"equestrian-and-sporting-oil-painting-horse-and-spaniel-in-stable","title":"Equestrian and Sporting Oil Painting — Horse and Spaniel in Stable","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEquestrian and Sporting Oil Painting — Horse and Spaniel in Stable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eSigned Clarke | England or Continental Europe, Late 19th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis evocative oil painting captures a classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003esporting scene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: a handsome bay horse standing alert in its stable, approached by a lively spaniel. Rendered in warm, earthy tones, the artist skillfully conveys the muscular form of the horse and the textured coat of the dog. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis piece evokes the camaraderie and loyalty of traditional country life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe painting is signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e“Clarke”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e at the lower right, though the artist remains unidentified. The composition reflects the influence of 19th-century British and European animal painters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHoused in a striking, deeply carved \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003egiltwood frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e with stylized cross-hatching and swag detail, the artwork retains an impressive presence and scale. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe reverse bears a partially legible stamp on the lining canvas from a 19th-century English supplier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eA timeless tribute to equestrian life, perfect for collectors of sporting art or traditional English interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Oil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Very good antique condition. Minor craquelure and age wear to surface; canvas relined. Frame is solid with wear to gilding consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDimensions (framed):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Approx. 31.5” x 24.5”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43507679559740,"sku":null,"price":1450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/1BDAA62D-02B0-4F7E-845B-7A4A4EFD01B1.jpg?v=1757964136"},{"product_id":"engraving","title":"Claude Lorrain (1600–1682), After – Boydell Engraving, No. 126, 1776","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClaude Lorrain (1600–1682), After – Boydell Engraving, No. 126, 1776\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEngraving after Claude Lorrain, inscribed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e“Claude le Lorrain delin. … From the Original Drawing in the Collection of the Duke of Devonshire”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e with plate number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e“No. 126”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e and publication line: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e“Published Jan. 1st, 1776, by John Boydell, Engraver, in Cheapside.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis print belongs to Boydell’s ambitious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eCollection of Prints after the Most Capital Paintings in England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e(1770s), a project that cemented Boydell’s reputation as London’s foremost publisher of Old Master engravings. The numbering “No. 126” identifies this sheet as part of the original issued series, linking it directly to the prestigious Devonshire collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe composition, typical of Lorrain’s Arcadian landscapes, features classically draped figures, livestock, and architectural ruins set within a sweeping wooded scene. Such images epitomized the 18th-century taste for pastoral antiquity and were highly sought after by collectors across Europe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Even toning with scattered foxing and water staining, most visible in the margins. The impression remains strong, with clear linework and inscriptions intact. Presented in a later giltwood frame with cream mat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677558472764,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6366.jpg?v=1763406062"},{"product_id":"dog-painting","title":"Charming 19th-Century Oil Painting of a Bernese Mountain Dog\n\nAmerican School | Circa 1880–1890","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCharming 19th-Century Oil Painting of a Bernese Mountain Dog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAmerican School | Circa 1880–1890 | Oil on Academy Board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA tender and expressive portrait of a Bernese Mountain Dog, painted in rich oils on academy board and discovered in the American South. With its gentle expression, soulful eyes, and iconic tricolor coat, the dog emerges from a soft green field of grasses—a loyal companion immortalized in a moment of quiet dignity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExecuted on an F.W. Devoe academy board (noted manufacturer active in New York in the late 19th century), the work speaks to a period when pet portraiture was cherished by families and hobbyist artists alike. While unsigned, the brushwork reveals a loving hand and devotion—likely someone who knew the subject well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis piece carries all the charm of a bygone era: from the animal’s endearing expression to the honest, heartfelt style of American folk realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA soulful addition for collectors of canine art, Americana, or anyone with a fondness for our four-legged friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Oil on academy board (Devoe label verso)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Some wear to corners and light surface craquelure, consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677559226428,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_5462.jpg?v=1763406143"},{"product_id":"painting","title":"1876 “Alger” Orientalist Portrait on Hide — Signed Phalène, Cowrie-Trimmed Painting","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1876 “Alger” Orientalist Portrait on Hide — Signed Phalène, Cowrie-Trimmed Ethnographic Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and evocative 19th-century Orientalist portrait painted on stretched hide, signed Phalène and dated “Alger 1876.” This distinctive work depicts a young woman of North African origin wearing traditional jewelry and costume — including a coral-pink headscarf, embroidered vest, gold necklace, and a silver-coin headdress typical of Algerian Kabyle or urban Berber adornment of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painting’s support is extraordinary in itself: a square hide panel laced with original cowrie shells, historically used throughout North Africa as protective amulets and embellishments. This unusual combination of medium and decoration suggests the piece was likely created either for the local market or as a traveler’s acquisition—something meant to capture an “authentic” cultural identity through both portrait and craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist, Phalène, remains elusive but appears to have worked within the French colonial artistic circles active in Algiers in the late 19th century, a period when Orientalism and ethnographic portraiture flourished among French expatriates and visiting painters. The crisp modeling of the face and the confidently signed inscription indicate trained European technique blended with local subject matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear, surface craquelure, and age-appropriate abrasions testify to its 140+ years of history and the organic nature of the hide support, but the portrait itself remains striking, intimate, and beautifully characterful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compelling addition for collectors of Orientalist art, ethnographic portraiture, and unusual 19th-century travel pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677576265788,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6305.jpg?v=1763406553"},{"product_id":"lady","title":"Portrait of a Woman in Renaissance Dress — Signed S. J. Bruyn, Antwerp (1882)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePortrait of a Woman in Renaissance Dress — Signed S. J. Bruyn, Antwerp (1882)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA captivating late-19th-century oil painting depicting a woman dressed in Renaissance-style attire, signed S. J. Bruyn, Anvers (Antwerp) and dated 1882. Found in Paris, this intimate portrait blends the romanticism of Old Master influence with the refined technique of the Belgian academic tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sitter is rendered with luminous softness: her dark hair swept neatly back, her expression calm and contemplative, and her lace-edged ruff glowing against the deep, atmospheric background. The richly patterned golden garment evokes the opulence of 16th–17th century courtly fashion, a nod to the Renaissance revival movement so loved by 19th-century artists and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet against a moody palette of greens, browns, and umber, the figure emerges with emotional depth and subtle realism. The canvas rests on its original stretcher with keys intact and displays expected craquelure and gentle wear — all consistent with a genuine late-19th-century Continental portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough little is recorded about S. J. Bruyn, the Antwerp inscription suggests training tied to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, a powerhouse for historical and character portraiture during this period. Whatever the story behind the woman, the painting carries a timeless Old-World charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: S. J. Bruyn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned: Upper left, “S. J. Bruyn — Anvers — 1882”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Oil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Antwerp \/ Found in Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Renaissance Revival \/ 19th-century Belgian School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Age-appropriate craquelure; surface wear consistent with age; original stretcher with keys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: 1882\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA richly atmospheric portrait for collectors who love Continental paintings, Old World interiors, or works with a touch of Renaissance romance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677599825980,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_5482.jpg?v=1763407064"},{"product_id":"chickens","title":"“Chickens Feeding with Cat” — E. S. England (British, fl. 1870–1914)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e“Chickens Feeding with Cat” — E. S. England (British, fl. 1870–1914)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOil on canvas, signed lower right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAn evocative late-Victorian farmyard composition by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eE. S. England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, a British artist active between 1870 and 1914, recognized for his spirited portrayals of barnyard fowl, cattle, and domestic animals. In this scene, a group of hens and a proud rooster peck at feed in a rustic yard, while a cat peers from the shadowed doorway beyond — a tender narrative moment rendered with depth and subtle humor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEngland’s paintings are admired for their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003erefined handling of light and texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, the lustrous feathers of his birds contrasting beautifully against weathered stone and earthen tones. His compositions share stylistic kinship with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNorwich School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and later Victorian animal painters such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWilliam Luker Sr.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eGeorge Morland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eArthur Claude Strachan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, who combined realism with sentimental charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eArtist Background:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThough little biographical detail survives, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eE. S. England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e exhibited widely in the late 19th century and produced a prolific body of work centered on farm animals, poultry, and stable scenes. His paintings were popular among collectors of English country house art and appeared frequently in provincial exhibitions and dealer catalogues throughout the late 1800s. Today, his works are occasionally seen in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eregional UK auctions, Bonhams, and Tennants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, often paired or framed en suite, and remain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehighly collectable for their warmth, craftsmanship, and decorative appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMedium: Oil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSigned: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eE. S. England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, lower right\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrame: Original carved giltwood with inner gilt slip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCondition: Excellent for age, light craquelure, stable surface, minor touch-ups only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCanvas: approx. 10 × 14 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrame: approx. 18 × 22 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Private English collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCirca:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 1880–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677602054204,"sku":null,"price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6357.jpg?v=1763407123"},{"product_id":"landscape","title":"19th-Century Romantic Alpine Landscape, Oil on Canvas","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e19th-Century Romantic Alpine Landscape, Oil on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis finely painted oil on canvas depicts an expansive Alpine vista with snowy mountain peaks illuminated against a clear sky. The valley river reflects the play of light, while on the bank a man and woman in traditional attire wave toward a boat approaching from the distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe composition unites human presence with nature’s grandeur, a characteristic theme of Romantic landscape painting. The artist’s attention to atmospheric effects — from the glowing snow to the deepening shadows of the cliffs — evokes the awe and sublimity associated with mountain travel in the 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e c. 1840–1870\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Oil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Romantic Alpine School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Giltwood frame with foliate decoration, period to the painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Minor craquelure and small areas of surface loss (notably at right edge), otherwise very good presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis work is ideal for collectors of Romantic landscapes and 19th-century European painting, offering both decorative grandeur and historical resonance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677608214588,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6323.jpg?v=1763948539"},{"product_id":"dog-1","title":"George Armfield (British, 1808–1893)\n\nTwo Dogs by the Hearth — Oil on Canvas, Signed","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Armfield (British, 1808–1893)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Dogs by the Hearth — Oil on Canvas, Signed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming late-19th-century painting by George Armfield, one of Britain’s most beloved Victorian animal painters, captures an intimate domestic moment: two faithful dogs resting contentedly by the hearth. A white-and-brown spaniel lies alert in the firelight while a dark curly-coated terrier keeps watch just behind — each rendered with Armfield’s trademark sensitivity, realism, and expressive character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmfield was celebrated for his ability to portray dogs not merely as sporting subjects but as beloved companions. Here, he brings warmth and personality to each animal through meticulous fur detailing, soft glints of reflected light, and a beautifully balanced interior setting that suggests comfort, loyalty, and home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is signed G. Armfield at lower left and presented in its period giltwood frame, which displays a lovely mellowed patina and fine age craquelure consistent with Victorian presentation frames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: George Armfield (British, 1808–1893)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Dogs by the Hearth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: c. 1870–1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Oil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignature: Signed G Armfield lower left\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame: Original giltwood frame with warm patina and age character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable craquelure throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo visible tears or losses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanvas and paint surface in good, well-preserved condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame shows expected wear appropriate to age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Piece Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Armfield’s canine paintings are highly collected for their charm, expressive eyes, and impeccable draftsmanship. Works featuring multiple dogs in interior settings are especially sought after, as they showcase the emotional warmth and narrative quality that made Armfield so popular in Victorian Britain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis composition — quiet, nostalgic, and beautifully detailed — is a quintessential example of his best work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome, character-filled Victorian painting from one of the era’s finest dog portraitists — perfect for collectors of British sporting art, animal portraiture, or warm 19th-century interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677617913916,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6333.jpg?v=1763407779"},{"product_id":"pray","title":"19th-Century Continental School\n\n“The Penitent Magdalene”\n\nOil on canvas, after Carlo Dolci (1616–1687)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th-Century Continental School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Penitent Magdalene”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas, after Carlo Dolci (1616–1687)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in its original gilt surround\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful 19th-century devotional painting captures Mary Magdalene in a moment of quiet penitence, her hands delicately clasped in prayer, her gaze lifted toward the divine. The artist draws directly from the celebrated Baroque master Carlo Dolci, whose tender and contemplative religious portraits were deeply admired throughout Europe. Works after Dolci were especially prized in the 19th century for their serenity, emotional depth, and luminous treatment of the human form—qualities that are all strongly present here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRendered with exceptional softness in the flesh tones and a skillful control of light and shadow, the piece displays the hallmarks of an accomplished academic painter. The deep green drapery, the gentle modeling of the face, and the refined treatment of the hands give the composition a moving spiritual presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe canvas is housed in its original giltwood frame, decorated with raised foliate ornament and retaining its historical charm. Expected age wear is present, including stable craquelure to the painting and separation to areas of the frame, yet the overall effect remains strikingly beautiful and atmospheric—an ideal statement piece for collectors of devotional art, Old Master studies, or richly evocative 19th-century interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good for age; stable craquelure, minor surface wear, and cracks to the frame consistent with its 19th-century origin. Displays wonderfully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677618044988,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6340.jpg?v=1763407809"},{"product_id":"statue","title":"Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922)\n\n“The Betrothal”\n\nGilt bronze on carved marble base\n\nSigned C. KAUBA, circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Betrothal”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGilt bronze on carved marble base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC. KAUBA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, circa 1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite 19th-century bronze and marble sculpture group, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Betrothal,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a superb example of Carl Kauba’s refined academic style. Depicting a tender classical scene, the composition shows a young couple seated upon a stepped marble bench at the moment of their engagement. The youth leans forward, delicately placing a ring upon the woman’s hand, while she rests against him with serene affection. Scattered roses at their feet further underline the theme of love, devotion, and idealized beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehot-cast gilt bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using the traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecire perdue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (lost-wax) method, this sculpture displays all of Kauba’s hallmarks: beautifully articulated drapery, graceful anatomy, and a soft, luminous gilded surface. The modeling of the figures—especially the gentle tilt of the heads and the naturalistic folds of their garments—testifies to the exceptional craftsmanship that made Kauba one of the most collectible Austrian sculptors of his era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figures are mounted on a solid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite marble plinth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose clean classical lines provide an elegant visual counterbalance to the warmth of the gilt bronze. The work is signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC. KAUBA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the base, confirming its authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA romantic, finely executed sculpture with strong presence, ideal for collectors of Austrian bronzes, Belle Époque works, or classical revival pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent antique condition with minor age wear. The gilt bronze retains its rich, warm patina; marble base is clean and stable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677618864188,"sku":null,"price":4750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6056.jpg?v=1763407919"},{"product_id":"stand","title":"French Ormolu \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl Easel Mirror with Interchangeable Miniature, c. 1880–1890","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrench Ormolu \u0026amp; Mother-of-Pearl Easel Mirror with Interchangeable Miniature, c. 1880–1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis luxurious tabletop mirror exemplifies the ingenuity of late 19th-century French design, doubling as a portrait easel. The gilt bronze frame is richly ornamented with acanthus and laurel detailing, crowned by twin cherubs and a central floral cartouche. Resting on scrolling griffin feet, the uprights are clad in iridescent mother-of-pearl, creating an exquisite contrast to the warm ormolu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIt retains both its original beveled glass mirror and a hand-painted miniature portrait of a lady in blue, likely watercolor on ivory or card. Pieces of this caliber were retailed in the finest Parisian ateliers such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eTahan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eGiroux\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, and graced the dressing tables of fashionable women of the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrance, circa 1880–1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGilt bronze, mother-of-pearl, beveled mirror \u0026amp; watercolor miniature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual-function easel mirror \/ portrait frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExcellent antique condition; light age toning only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBy the mid-19th century, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003etoilette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e — a lady’s dressing ritual — became a symbol of refinement, privacy, and status. Parisian artisans began designing small “cheval mirrors” (literally “horse mirrors,” named for their standing frame) that could sit upon a dressing table. These were often made to tilt, like full-sized cheval mirrors, and were lavishly decorated to reflect their owner’s taste and wealth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677619355708,"sku":null,"price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_6037.jpg?v=1763407998"},{"product_id":"dated-1877-european-old-master-style-portrait-after-rubens-signed-christo-von-buffalo","title":"Dated 1877 European Old Master Style Portrait, After Rubens, Signed “Christo von Buffalo”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDated 1877 European Old Master Style Portrait, After Rubens, Signed “Christo von Buffalo”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking 19th century oil on canvas portrait of a bearded gentleman, signed and dated 1877 on the reverse, and inscribed “Rubens,” indicating it was painted in homage to the great Flemish master, Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 19th century, it was a deeply rooted tradition for artists to study and recreate the works of Old Masters, both as a form of training and as a way to bring the grandeur of earlier centuries into contemporary interiors. This piece embodies that tradition beautifully, capturing the dramatic lighting, rich tonality, and expressive presence associated with Baroque portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject’s direct gaze and softly modeled features are set against a dark, atmospheric ground, allowing the face and collar to emerge with quiet intensity. The handling of light and shadow gives the painting a depth that feels both intimate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by “Christo von Buffalo” and dated 1877, the work stands as a compelling example of 19th century academic influence and the enduring admiration for the Old Masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in a gilt frame, this is a piece that anchors a space, adding history, mood, and a strong visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44182006988860,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_8381.jpg?v=1775695578"},{"product_id":"antique-french-watercolor-of-musical-dogs-in-presentation-box-late-19th-century","title":"Antique French Watercolor of Musical Dogs in Presentation Box, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntique French Watercolor of Musical Dogs in Presentation Box, Late 19th Century\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming and highly unusual late 19th century French watercolor on paper, depicting two dogs gathered around a music stand, seemingly “singing” or howling along to sheet music. The scene is whimsical yet refined, blending humor with the delicate hand of academic-style animal painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a seated spaniel and companion dog positioned before an open score, with a brass horn rising behind them — a playful nod to musical performance and companionship. Works like this often reflected the 19th century fascination with anthropomorphism, where animals were depicted engaging in human activities, particularly in French and English decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is housed beneath glass within a circular aperture mount, set into its original wooden presentation box with brass trim. The interior is lined in a red striped textile, suggesting it may have been originally gifted or stored as a treasured personal object rather than simply hung.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieces like this were often given as sentimental gifts — combining humor, artistry, and symbolism — making them especially appealing to collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Medium: Watercolor on paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Origin: France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Date: Late 19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original wood presentation box with brass edging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Red striped interior lining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Circular viewing aperture with gilt surround\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Found in Paris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall excellent antique condition. Light wear to the exterior wood and minor age-appropriate wear to the interior fabric. Watercolor remains well-preserved with soft, warm tonality consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those pieces that makes people stop and smile. It’s rare to find something that feels both \u003ci\u003eelevated and playful\u003c\/i\u003e — and even rarer still in its original box. Between the musical theme, the dogs, and the presentation, it hits multiple collecting categories at once.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44182051487804,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_8052.jpg?v=1775696753"},{"product_id":"antique-english-portrait-miniature-of-william-ii-prince-of-orange-early-19th-century","title":"Antique English Portrait Miniature of William II, Prince of Orange, Early 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntique English Portrait Miniature of William II, Prince of Orange, Early 19th Century\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finely executed early 19th century English portrait miniature, believed to depict \u003cb\u003eWilliam II, Prince of Orange (1626–1650)\u003c\/b\u003e, rendered in delicate watercolor with remarkable softness and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sitter is shown in three-quarter view, dressed in richly toned garments with warm ochre and blue accents, reflecting the romanticized interpretation of 17th century aristocratic portraiture as reimagined through a 19th century lens. His youthful expression and composed posture align with known historical depictions of the Prince of Orange, a central figure in Dutch and European history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortrait miniatures such as this were often created not only as personal likenesses, but also as \u003cb\u003ehistorical homage pieces\u003c\/b\u003e, celebrating notable figures of the past. During the early 19th century, there was a renewed fascination with earlier European nobility, leading to finely painted cabinet portraits like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is housed in an ornate gilt frame featuring a tied ribbon crest and floral garland border — motifs traditionally associated with sentiment, honor, and remembrance. The reverse retains handwritten inscriptions, further reinforcing its historical intent and period authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻ \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Medium: Watercolor on panel or card, under glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Origin: England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Date: Early 19th century, circa 1820–1840\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Subject: William II, Prince of Orange (after earlier portrait traditions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original gilt metal frame with ribbon crest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Handwritten inscriptions verso\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Found in England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻ \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition. Light surface wear consistent with age. Frame retains a beautiful aged patina with minor wear to the gilding. Backing intact with age-related inscriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻ \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece bridges two worlds — intimate portrait miniature and historical tribute. It carries the softness of something personal, while representing a figure tied to European history. It feels collected, thoughtful, and quietly important.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44182056108092,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_8046.jpg?v=1775697391"},{"product_id":"etching","title":"Jan Luyken, The Martyrdom of St. Pelagius of Córdoba, Dutch School, Circa 1685–1690, Etching on paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJan Luyken, The Martyrdom of St. Pelagius of Córdoba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDutch School, Circa 1685–1690\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtching on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA powerful and deeply moving 17th century etching by Jan Luyken, one of the most celebrated Dutch printmakers of the Baroque period, known for his hauntingly detailed religious scenes and his work for Martyrs’ Mirror.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis composition depicts the martyrdom of St. Pelagius of Córdoba, capturing the moment just before execution with striking emotional intensity. The young saint stands bound yet resolute, his body marked by suffering, while figures around him prepare for the final act. Luyken’s ability to balance brutality with quiet spiritual strength is what makes his work so enduring, drawing the viewer into both the narrative and the deeper symbolism of faith and sacrifice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraving is rich with fine line work and layered detail, from the expressions of the surrounding figures to the architectural elements and weaponry, all executed with the precision and storytelling mastery for which Luyken is known.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse inscription further supports the identification of the subject and artist, referencing St. Pelagius and Jan Luyken, along with a late 17th century dating. Pieces from this series are highly collected for both their devotional significance and their place within early European printmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a classic gilt frame with matting that complements the work without overpowering it, ready for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age appropriate toning to the paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight wear consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame shows minor wear but presents beautifully\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major damage observed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and historically significant devotional print with powerful narrative presence and exceptional detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44182079012924,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_8260.jpg?v=1775698953"},{"product_id":"casket-1","title":"French Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box with Portrait Miniature on Ivory Circa 1890–1910","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box with Portrait Miniature on Ivory \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1890–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully detailed late 19th century French gilt bronze jewelry box, centered with a hand painted portrait miniature on ivory depicting a young woman in 18th century style dress, framed within an ornate scrolling surround.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe portrait has that soft, luminous quality characteristic of true ivory miniatures, with delicate brushwork and subtle tonal transitions that give the face a lifelike presence. The subject reflects the continued fascination with Louis XVI era beauty during the Belle Époque, where earlier aristocratic styles were romanticized and reinterpreted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box itself is richly cast with fine textural detail and classical ornament, forming a softly shaped, almost clover form silhouette that adds to its charm. The gilt surface has developed a warm, even patina over time, enhancing the depth of the casting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening to the interior reveals its original fabric lining, featuring a delicate woven floral pattern that complements the femininity of the piece. Raised on small feet with a finished underside, it was designed as both a functional object and a decorative element for the dressing table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces like this were created as luxury vanity objects, intended to hold jewelry or personal keepsakes while serving as refined decorative accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge appropriate wear to the gilt bronze with natural patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePortrait miniature well preserved with no visible damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior fabric shows light wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall clean, stable, and displays beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198811107388,"sku":null,"price":725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_8213.jpg?v=1776208084"},{"product_id":"art","title":"Antique Scottish Highlands Landscape with Sheep Attributed to Francis Jamieson (working as W. Richards) British","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Scottish Highlands Landscape with Sheep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttributed to Francis Jamieson (working as W. Richards)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1900–1920\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully composed early 20th century oil on canvas depicting a serene Highland river landscape with grazing sheep, signed W. Richards, a known working name used by British painter Francis Jamieson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJamieson is recognized for his romantic interpretations of the Scottish Highlands and British countryside, capturing these landscapes during a time when they were closely tied to identity, travel, and nostalgia. His work has a way of balancing atmosphere and structure so effortlessly, creating scenes that feel both expansive and intimate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is particularly strong. A softly winding river leads the eye through the composition toward distant hills, with light gently breaking across the landscape. 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The scale, the palette, the subject. 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The composition unfolds with a quiet sense of depth, from the foreground tree and solitary figure to the distant hill crowned by a timeworn ruin, a classic and poetic symbol of England’s layered history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist’s handling of light and texture brings the scene to life. Soft, shifting skies meet richly worked foliage, while the water reflects subtle tonal changes that create both movement and calm. The palette is restrained yet luminous, with mossy greens, soft blues, warm ochres, and earthy browns that give the painting its warmth and timeless presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a quiet narrative here that draws you in without overwhelming the eye. The lone figure beneath the tree adds scale and emotion, inviting you into the landscape as if stepping into a moment suspended in time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoused in a substantial and beautifully detailed giltwood frame with classical foliate ornamentation, the presentation elevates the work and gives it that strong, collected presence we are always searching for. It is ready to anchor a wall, whether in a library, sitting room, or layered gallery setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with light age appropriate wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface shows gentle patina consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame displays beautifully with expected wear and toning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major restorations observed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless English landscape full of mood, history, and quiet beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198907707452,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_7516.jpg?v=1776209673"},{"product_id":"art-2","title":"European Impressionist Landscape, signed, Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuropean Impressionist Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppears to be signed V. 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The palette of soft greens, earthy browns, and dappled highlights creates a warmth that draws you in, while the thick impasto adds depth and dimension across the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppears to be signed V. Campagnelli in the lower corner. The work reflects the broader European movement toward painterly, expressive landscapes in the late 19th into early 20th century and carries that effortless, collected feel that works beautifully layered into a gallery wall or standing alone as a quiet statement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age appropriate wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface shows texture, light wear, and toning consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major restorations observed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless and painterly landscape full of movement, light, and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198913245244,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_7331.jpg?v=1776209767"},{"product_id":"art-3","title":"English Coastal Seascape, Circa 1890–1910","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish Coastal Seascape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1890–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas, giltwood frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound in England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large and beautifully atmospheric coastal seascape capturing sailing vessels along the horizon beneath a dramatic, light-filled sky. Rays of sun break through layered clouds and reflect across the moving water, creating that unmistakable sense of motion and mood that defines late 19th to early 20th century British marine painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface is alive with brushwork, textured waves, and subtle color shifts in marine greens, soft greys, and deep blues. There is a softness in the distance paired with energy in the foreground that gives the painting both calm and movement at once. It has that cinematic, windswept feeling that instantly draws you in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canvas remains on what appears to be its period stretcher. The reverse shows a small, later reinforcement repair, stable and typical for a painting of this age, and not affecting the presentation. A faint signature is present lower right but remains indistinct.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoused in a classic giltwood frame with inner decorative molding, the piece presents beautifully and has wonderful scale for anchoring a wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with light craquelure and age appropriate surface wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery small, stable repair visible to the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame shows age wear and toning consistent with period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall displays exceptionally well\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless British marine scene that feels both calming and powerful. The kind of piece that brings depth, history, and atmosphere into a space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198917177404,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_7509.jpg?v=1776209841"},{"product_id":"set-2","title":"Pair of Coastal Harbor Oil Paintings with Fishing Boats, England | Circa 1880 to 1900","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePair of Coastal Harbor Oil Paintings with Fishing Boats, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEngland | Circa 1880 to 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA beautiful pair of late 19th century coastal harbor oil paintings dating to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecirca 1880 to 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, depicting fishing boats with tall ochre and russet sails resting along a tidal shoreline. Figures work along the harbor while additional vessels appear through the misty distance, creating depth and atmosphere across the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePainted in a loose naturalistic style typical of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVictorian English marine painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, the scenes capture everyday life in working coastal villages during the late 19th century when maritime subjects were among the most popular decorative paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eBoth works are housed in substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eornate gilt Victorian composition frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e with scrolling acanthus ornament, floral corner mounts, and beaded inner borders consistent with English decorative frames of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMarine scenes like these were widely collected during the Victorian era and were often displayed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eas companion paintings flanking a mantel or console\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, making surviving pairs particularly desirable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198922354748,"sku":null,"price":1595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_7468.jpg?v=1776209885"},{"product_id":"dog","title":"Interior Scene with Dogs, Signed Julia McShillito, dated 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Scene with Dogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned Julia McShillito, dated 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish School, turn of the 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas, original giltwood frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamped verso: Wm. 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The Madonna leans gently forward with an outstretched hand, her face illuminated against a rich golden passage of light, while the Christ Child rests at her side with a tender, animated presence. The use of deep shadow, earthy umber tones, mossy green drapery, and glowing highlights gives the work that unmistakable Old World feeling collectors are always searching for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse shows age consistent canvas and early construction, supporting the impression of a genuinely old Continental work. Pieces like this carry such a quiet reverence to them and have a presence that goes far beyond decoration. It feels devotional, intimate, and deeply historic all at once. 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