Garniture Collection

Suit of Armour for the Earl of Leicester from An Elizabethan Armourer
SC14675 Suit of Armour for the Earl of Leicester from An Elizabethan Armourers Album by Halder, Jacobe (fl.c.1589); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Crystal toppings and dishes. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware
FLO4732271 Crystal toppings and dishes. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Garniture; Trimmings; Garnitur (engraving)
7196137 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Garniture; Trimmings; Garnitur (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garniture; Trimmings; Garnitur)

Garniture of Three Flower Vases (Vases Hollandois), Sevres, c. 1761

Elements of an Armor Garniture for the Field, Joust, and Tourney of a Radziwill Prince of Poland and Lithuania, Augsburg, 1573

Vase (One of a Pair), Netherlands, northern, c. 1675-c. 1685. Creator: Unknown
Vase (One of a Pair), Netherlands, northern, c. 1675-c. 1685

Infantry Garniture of a Target (Shield) and Pointed Morion, Milan, 1570 / 80
Infantry Garniture of a Target (Shield) and Pointed Morion, Milan, 1570/80

Garniture for Field and Foot Tourney at the Barriers, Milan, c. 1575. Creator: Unknown
Garniture for Field and Foot Tourney at the Barriers, Milan, c. 1575

Woman in morning outfit trimmed with skunk fur, 1912
Woman in morning outfit of wool velvet trimmed with skunk fur with pet dog Tailleur du matin en velours de laine orne de skungs

Woman in visiting outfit with fur muff giving sweets to a child. Bonbons from the Comte du Plessis-Praslin. Toilette de visite, bonbons du Marechal, duc de Praslin

Crystal garnitures and dishes. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany, 1896

Victorian table garniture, 1879 (silver & silver-gilt with glass)
3899947 Victorian table garniture, 1879 (silver & silver-gilt with glass) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mark of Elkington & Co. London)

Louis XVI ormolu-mounted Chinese powder-blue clock garniture
CH466599 Louis XVI ormolu-mounted Chinese powder-blue clock garniture, flanked by various vases (porcelain) by French School

Table garniture, Elkington & Co. London, 1879 (silver & silver-gilt)
2562079 Table garniture, Elkington & Co. London, 1879 (silver & silver-gilt) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comprising an oval centrepiece)

Close Helmet from a Garniture Made for a Member of the d Avalos Family, German, c1560-70
Close Helmet from a Garniture Made for a Member of the d Avalos Family, German, Augsburg, ca. 1560-70. Probably made for Ferrante Francesco d Avalos (1531-1571), marquis of Vasto

Reinforcing Pieces for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1510-15

Armet for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1515-20. Creator: Kolman Helmschmid
Armet for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1515-20

Ewer made from porcelain, painted in gold and blue on a white ground with a coloured central reserve depicting a shepherdess holding a bird cage

Urn made from porcelain with a white ground, painted in gold and blue with a coloured central compartment of Maria, a lady seated at a tree with a dog by her side

Garniture of Three Vases; Unknown; 1700 - 1750; Hard-paste porcelain with enamel and gilded decoration; Various, see extensions

Garniture of Three Lidded Vases and Two Open Vases; Unknown; 1662 - 1722; Hard-paste porcelain with underglaze blue decoration; Various, see extensions

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"Garniture: A Timeless Touch of Elegance and Grandeur" Step into the realm of history and witness the allure of garniture, a term that encompasses various forms of embellishments, decorations, and accessories. From suits of armor to flower vases, from shields to fur-trimmed outfits, it has adorned objects throughout centuries with its exquisite craftsmanship. Imagine standing before the majestic Suit of Armor crafted for the Earl of Leicester by an Elizabethan Armourer. This garniture not only provided protection but also showcased opulence fit for nobility. Le Vocabulaire Illustre engraving captures the essence of trimmings in intricate detail, highlighting their importance in enhancing beauty. Delicate porcelain takes center stage as Sevres presents us with a Garniture of Three Flower Vases. Crafted in 1761, these vases exude elegance and grace through their ornate designs. Similarly, an unknown creator from northern Netherlands enchants us with a pair of Vases dating back to 1675-1685; their timeless appeal transcends generations. Garnitures were not limited to decorative items alone; they extended even to battlefields. The Elements of an Armor Garniture designed for Radziwill Princes exemplify this notion perfectly. These armors were meticulously crafted for field battles and tournaments alike – showcasing both strength and style. Intriguingly, garnitures found their way into fashion too. A woman's morning outfit trimmed with skunk fur in 1912 epitomizes luxury while adding warmth during colder seasons. Another ensemble featuring a visiting outfit paired with a fur muff evokes images of sophistication combined with sweetness as she offers treats. The allure extends beyond clothing; crystal dishes and garnitures add sparkle to any setting while Victorian table garnitures made from silver-gilt glass create an ambiance reminiscent of grand banquets held during yesteryears. One cannot overlook Louis XVI ormolu-mounted Chinese powder-blue clock garniture, a true masterpiece.