Solo Antiques

A beautiful gilt bronze figure of a standing female nude figure charming a snake. The snake has its original green glass eyes. The finely detailed, hand finished figure stands on top of a veined marble base and is signed in the bronze R Kaesbach. In excellent original condition this is a delightful figure what would enhance any room Date c 1920 Condition Excellent original condition. Dimensions Approximate height 29.5 cm £2650 including uk shipping

Following a lifetime’s interest in collecting Art and Antiques, Solo Antiques was established in 2004 when I became a full time dealer. I specialise in beautiful and stylish period items with an emphasis on quality and condition:

  • Art Nouveau and Art Deco Sculpture (mainly bronze )including Demetre Chiparus, Ferdinand Preiss, Pierre Le Faguays, Joe Descomps, Ernst Seger, Victor Seifert, Franz Bergman, Josef Lorenzl
  • Art Nouveau and Art Deco Glass (mainly European)  including Galle, Daum, Loetz, Lalique, WMF, Argy Rousseau, Rene Lalique.
  • Arts and Crafts of the period 1880 to 1935. Mainly Copper and Silver  with the emphasis on style and quality including W A S Benson, Newlyn, Keswick School of Arts & Crafts, Hugh Wallis, Archibanld Knox , Liberty, WMF, Duchess of Sutherland, Birmingham Guild, John Pearson

I am happy to provide condition reports and additional photographs of any pieces. Please contact me if you have any questions. I exhibit at quality, vetted fairs throughout the UK and am a member of BADA, LAPADA and CINOA I am a vetter at major Fairs for Glass, Sculpture and Decorative Arts . I have done television work for both BBC and ITV. Shipping can be arranged throughout the world.

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Art deco bronze figure ‘Spring Dancer’ by Pierre Le Faguays . A rare and unusual Art Deco bronze figure of a standing maiden holding a bouquet of gold coloured flowers. The two colour patination enhances the subtle art deco styling of the sculpture. Fine hand finished detail and the subtle greys of the agate base combine together to make this a stunning figure. Signed Le Faguays in the base. Date c 1925 Condition Excellent original condition. Dimensions Approximate height including base 29 cm £2250 including UK Shipping
Daum – a pretty acid etched and enamelled vase finely decorated with Iris flowers and leaves. The enamelling is particularly fine and would have taken several layers to achieve such beautiful detail. Cameo signature Daum Nancy and with the Cross of Lorraine. Excellent original condition and a beautiful example. Date – c 1910 Condition Excellent original condition Dimensions – Approx 8 cm tall and 6.5 cm diameter £2300 including uk shipping
Daum –A beautiful and unusual shaped vase. Very finely acid etched and enamelled with a design of flowers and leaves. The subtle blue colour of the vase compliments the subtle colours of the flowers and leaves. The decor is exceptionally finely detailed with excellent hand finished detail. Signed in cameo to the side Daum Nancy and with the Cross of Lorraine. Excellent original condition and a charming and elegant example. Date – c 1900 Condition Excellent original condition Dimensions – Approx 23 cm tall and 6 cm diameter at the base £2950 including uk shipping
Daum – Paysage Automnal. A superb and fine quadrangular vase beautifully decorated with an autumn landscape. The finely detailed and enamelled trees and leaves frame the autumnal landscape behind. Exceptionally fine and detailed enamelling and acid etching. Signed in enamel to the underside Daum Nancy and with the Cross of Lorraine. A rare and beautiful example. Date – c 1905 Condition Excellent original condition Dimensions – Approx 11.8 cm wide and 5.4 cm wide £4900 including UK shipping
Dance by Edward Onslow Ford A finely sculpted figure of a semi naked female illustrating the graceful movement and joy of Dance. The beautifully detailed and hand finished detail of this charming bronze figure is enhanced by the rich brown and light brown patina. The movement of her swirling skirt shows the elegance and grace of the figure. Signed in the bronze Onslow Ford . A life size version of this figure is in the Lady Lever Gallery in Port Sunlight. A charming and elegant piece showing Victorian Sculpture at its best and an excellent example of the New Sculpture Movement . Date c 1891 Condition Excellent original condition. Dimensions Approximate 35 cm £2850 including uk Shipping
Josef Lorenzl- An elegant cold painted bronze figure of an Art Deco dancer holding a fan in a coy pose signed Lorenzl in the cast. The finely detailed and well modelled, charming figure stands on a 2 coloured marble base whilst holding a fan in her hands. A stylish and beautiful figure with excellent hand finished detail and in excellent original condition. Date French c 1930 Condition Excellent original condition Dimension Approximate height 33cm £3450 including UK shipping