Antique Mermaids Archives - The Jurassic Mermaid https://thejurassicmermaid.com/antique-mermaids/ A source of tutorials, galleries and images for crafters each with a sea and sea creature theme Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:29:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 214883555 Winged Mermaids https://thejurassicmermaid.com/winged-mermaids/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:28:10 +0000 https://thejurassicmermaid.com/?p=110 Winged mermaids are often depictions of Mélusine, a figure of European folklore. They were particularly popular during the Victorian era. Below are some examples of antiques which depict winged mermaids…

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]]> Winged mermaids are often depictions of Mélusine, a figure of European folklore. They were particularly popular during the Victorian era.

Below are some examples of antiques which depict winged mermaids including a pair of planters and a detailed wood carving.

A set of three Italian carved and ebonised wall brackets

A set of three Italian carved and ebonised wall brackets
In the form of scallop shells supported by winged putti with mermaid tails, and pierced scrolling backs, bearing paper printed labels (some fragmentary) INVENTAR, 46cm wide x 29cm deep x 53cm high, (18in wide x 11in deep x 20 1/2in high)

Sold for £614.40 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2023

Figural Maiden Verdigris Bronze Fountain Top

Figural Maiden Verdigris Bronze Fountain Top

Bronze fountain top with heavy verdigris, figural maiden center, five arm with figural winged mermaids, from a Palm Beach estate. Overall 32.5″ h. x 32.5″ dia. Condition: Weathering, several dings,, will need re-plumbing.

Sold for US$700 at Amero Auctions in 2023

DETAILED WOOD CARVING OF A WINGED MERMAID

DETAILED WOOD CARVING OF A WINGED MERMAID
First Half of the 19th Century
Length 8.75″.

Sold for US$275 at Eldred’s in 2023

19th Century Highly Sought after a matching pair of Gold Dora Cast Bronze Winged Mermaid Early Gas Sconces

19th Century Highly Sought after a matching pair of Gold Dora Cast Bronze Winged Mermaid Early Gas Sconces that have been electrified at some point Pair of Bronze Figural Gilt Wall Sconces Lamp Winged Mermaid Approx 13.5″ L 7″

Sold for US$175 at Gold Coast Auctioneers in 2022

Pair of Victorian carved limestone planters

Pair of Victorian carved limestone planters, each on stands carved with four winged mermaids bearing swags of fruit. The planters are carved in low relief with scenes of children frolicking through a pastoral landscape.
Taller Planter; Height: 26 3/4 in x width: 29 1/4 in x depth: 15 1/2 in. Shorter Planter; Height: 26 in x width: 29 1/4 in x depth: 15 1/2 in.

Sold for US$4,600 at Revere Auctions in 2022

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]]> 110 French Mermaids https://thejurassicmermaid.com/french-mermaids/ Sat, 12 Aug 2023 15:15:33 +0000 https://thejurassicmermaid.com/?p=91 French Mermaids. The French name for a mermaid is sirène and they can often be found depicted in French antiques especially during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras.

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]]> French Mermaids. The French name for a mermaid is sirène and they can often be found depicted in French antiques especially during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras.

Below are some examples and price guides of French mermaids including an Art Nouveau mermaid shell lamp and a Lalique bowl from the 1930’s.

FRENCH ART NOUVEAU Mermaid Shell Lamp circa 1923

FRENCH ART NOUVEAU
Mermaid Shell Lamp
circa 1923
patinated bronze, iridescent glass, signed and dated ‘Marina PARIS 23’ along bottom edge of base
height 13 1/2in (34cm); length 12in (30cm); width 6in (15cm)

Sold for US$2,295 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2023

French Vase with mermaids

French
Vase with mermaids

c. 1902
enameled copper
9.75 h x 6.75 dia in (25 x 17 cm)

Etched number to underside ‘Rd No 387036 No 4.6’ with impressed pottery and laurel mark.

Sold for US$1,600 at Rago Arts and Auction Center in 2023

A FRENCH OPALESCENT ART GLASS BOWL SIGNED R. LALIQUE

A FRENCH OPALESCENT ART GLASS BOWL SIGNED R. LALIQUE

Circa 1930.

The French cast art glass bowl is molded with undulating opal-hued mermaid figures in relief gliding through streams and bubbles that encircle the form which is signed R. LALIQUE in relief molded letters.

Measures 2.75 x 8 x 8 inches.

Sold for US$550 at Soulis Auctions in 2023

Tauni De Lesseps, American, French, 1920 to 2001, a cast bronze sculpture of Mermaid and Merman Embracing

Tauni De Lesseps, American, French, 1920 to 2001, a cast bronze sculpture of Mermaid and Merman Embracing. Signed on the arm of a Merman.

Sold for US$900 at Antique Arena Inc. in 2023

A French art glass pate de verre paperweight with mermaid emerging from the waves

A French art glass pate de verre paperweight with mermaid emerging from the waves, by A Walter (1869-1959) and Jean Bernard Dedscomps (1872-1948) signed “A Walter Nancy” and “J.D.” (Jean Bernard Descomps), 5″ x 4.9″ x 2.6″, very good condition.

Sold for US$950 at Treasureseeker Auctions LLC in 2023

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]]> 91 Renaissance Mermaids https://thejurassicmermaid.com/renaissance-mermaids/ Thu, 20 Oct 2022 06:51:50 +0000 https://thejurassicmermaid.com/?p=21 Renaissance Mermaids. There are conflicting views on when the Renaissance era began and ended but generally it started in the 14th century and was at it’s peak in the 16th…

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]]> Renaissance Mermaids. There are conflicting views on when the Renaissance era began and ended but generally it started in the 14th century and was at it’s peak in the 16th century. However, when talking about antiques, items from the the early 17th century can also be classed as Renaissance.

The Renaissance era saw the birth of Columbus, the Spanish Armada and travel to countries never visited before. It is therefore not surprising that mermaids began to feature in Renaissance art.

Genuine Renaissance mermaids are rare but a few do come up at auction sometimes. The majority are Renaissance Revival items but below there are a few examples of genuine Renaissance mermaids including a mangle board and a mermaid pendant.

Early 17th Century Carved German Mangle Board.

Early 17th Century Carved German Mangle Board.

Renaissance Mangling Board with Relief Carving. Goddess Fortuna at Top with Mermaid Handle. Initials “CWM” – A very Fine Example

Sold for US$5,500 at Hartzell’s Auction Gallery, Inc. in 2022

Renaissance era cast bronze lidded ink pot, possibly c. 16th

Renaissance era cast bronze lidded ink pot, possibly c. 16th c., Italy, dark patinated cast bronze bowl raised on three mermaids riding sea creatures, the lid topped with a cherub finial, 7″h x 5″dia

Sold for Millea Bros Ltd at Roland NY in 2018

Italy or Spain, circa 1700 Mermaid | Sirène gold and enamel pendant

Italy or Spain, circa 1700
Mermaid | Sirène gold and enamel pendant, with pearls

H. 7 cm ; 2¾ in.

Sold for 10,710 EUR at Sotheby’s in 2022

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]]> 21 Mermaid Door Knockers https://thejurassicmermaid.com/hello-world/ Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:37:47 +0000 https://thejurassicmermaid.com/?p=1 Mermaid Door Knockers: A door knocker is an item of door furniture that allows people outside a house or other dwelling or building to alert those inside to their presence.…

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]]> Mermaid Door Knockers: A door knocker is an item of door furniture that allows people outside a house or other dwelling or building to alert those inside to their presence. A door knocker has a part fixed to the door, and a part (usually metal) which is attached to the door by a hinge, and may be lifted and used to strike a plate fitted to the door, or the door itself, making a noise. The struck plate, if present, would be supplied and fitted with the knocker. Reference: Wikipedia

Antique mermaid door knockers are quite hard to find. They are ideal for collectors or for seaside cottages. Below are some examples and price guides of antique mermaid door knockers including a bronze Renaissance style knocker and a French knocker.

A RENAISSANCE STYLE BRONZE FIGURAL DOOR KNOCKER OF A WINGED MERMAID

A RENAISSANCE STYLE BRONZE FIGURAL DOOR KNOCKER OF A WINGED MERMAID
Late 19th century
height 7in (18cm)

Sold for US$5,355 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2022

Two-Piece French Bronze Large Knocker

Two-Piece French Bronze Large Knocker

Large bronze French knocker with sea motif with flanking semi-nude mermaids and dolphin top bracket. [19″ H x 13″ W].

Sold for US$1,000 at Roland NY in 2021

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