2021 Sneak Preview – Written in Stone

October 5, 2021

In anticipation of the 2021 online San Francisco Fall Show which will go live on InCollect on October 15 at 9:00 am PST/noon EST, we wanted to share some sneak previews of our dealer’s wares. The longevity of pieces made of rock and stone often means that they symbolize the divine and the eternal. We also associate wisdom with this substance that is so permanent; a substance that endures age through age. Here’s a few timeless examples:

A large rectangular stone planter, evoking a sense of timelessness as if it were Written in Stone, is filled with green ferns and sits gracefully on grass. Behind it are leafy plants, reddish shrubs, and a white wood lattice fence. Sunlight casts shadows, highlighting the texture of the stone and the lush garden setting—a scene worthy of a 2021 Sneak Preview.
From Finnegan Gallery: A stunning and large late 18th century English trough in Cotswold stone with a fabulous hand carved surface which over many years has now acquired a pleasing surface of lichen and moss
A weathered stone statue of a robed figure with wavy hair holds a large open book in both hands, looking slightly upward. The timeless words seem almost Written in Stone, as the statue—showing signs of age and erosion—stands against a plain, gradient blue-gray background.
From Engs-Dimitri: Stone Figure of Saint John The Evangelist, French, Burgundian, 15th century
A weathered stone bench sits on green grass next to a large tree trunk, offering a sneak preview of history written in stone. The bench has two ornate legs and a slightly curved, mossy seat, showing signs of age. The tree’s bark is rough and textured, with some roots visible near the bench.
From Barbara Israel Garden Antiques: A composition stone bench with curved top, the supports with unadorned volute scrolls, American, circa 1950
Octagonal marble baptismal font with weathered, carved Gothic arches and quatrefoil patterns on each panel. The surface is aged with chips and discoloration, as if its history is truly Written in Stone. The bottom features intricate relief details. The background is plain white.
From Antonio’s Bella Casa: A 14th century hand-carved solid marble downspout featuring a 360 degree series of reliefs depicting iconic, arched Gothic windows surmounted by quatrefoil medallions
A round, weathered stone table with a thick, uneven pedestal base and a roughly shaped tabletop. The table appears rustic and aged, with visible texture, natural irregularities, and a grayish-brown color—almost as if it was truly written in stone. The background is plain white.
From Garden Court Antiques: Vintage French faux bois outdoor garden or patio pedestal table with a broad round table top of mottled slab concrete and a thick fibrous “stem” all stabilized by a spreading and substantial base
A rectangular table made of polished marble with brown, beige, white, and gray veining. The table has solid sides and top in a striking waterfall design, almost as if it were Written in Stone. Placed on a concrete floor against a plain gray wall, this piece offers a timeless look reminiscent of a 2021 sneak preview into modern luxury.
From The Chinese Porcelain Company: Hand carved stone table, 2018, carved and assembled by hand from various geological strata of the Andes, Peru

By Vera Vandenbosch