Rare graduated, matching set of three Regency-style black lacquer and papier mache oval serving trays, decorated with ornate gilded borders. English, by the noted firm of Jennens & Bettridge. 19th century. Maker's mark impressed to undersides. Some chips to outer rim of largest tray, and crazing to the lacquer. Sizes: 24" x 30";19.5" x 24.5"; 13.75" x 16.75".
Cincinnati, Ohio coin silver presentation goblet by Duhme & Co. Circa 1860. The goblet is decorated with beading and is engraved with the inscription, "Chloe Angar, Born March 30, 1786," placed within a cartouche outlined with lily-of-the-valley motifs. Size: 6.75 inches high x 3.25 inches diameter. Very nice condition.
Hampshire Pottery large art pottery ewer in cucumber matt green glaze. Circa 1893-1903. Impressed under base, "J.S.T. & Co., Keene, NH, 5/3." Excellent condition. Size: 9.5 inches high x 9.5 inches across spout x 6.75 inches deep.
Antique Russian wooden icon painted with depictions of Archangel Michael and St. Pelagia. 19th century. Purchased during a visit to Russia in about 1929. Very good condition apart from a few minor chips to the gesso surface. Size: 8.75 inches x 7 inches.
Russian cloisonne enamel and silver napkin ring, 84 zolotniks hallmark, with maker's mark CK (probably for Semen Kazakov, workmaster for Nemirov Kolodkin). Moscow. Circa 1908-1917. Very good condition. Some very minor nicks to some of the enamel cloisonne. Size: 1.5 inches wide x 1.75 inches diameter.
English Royal Crown Derby porcelain creamer/ milk jug decorated in an Imari pattern, #1128. Date code for 1902. Size: 3 inches ht. Excellent condition.
English Royal Crown Derby porcelain covered sugar bowl decorated in an Imari pattern, #1128. Date code for 1902. Size: 4.5 inches ht. x 5.75 inches long x 3.25 inches deep. Excellent condition.
George III sterling silver helmet-form milk jug, London, 1790, by Joseph Scammell, with engraved bright-cut decoration with cartouche displaying interlaced initials in a fancy Gothic style script, and supported on a square base. Fully hallmarked. Very good condition apart form a repair to the handle. Dimensions: 6 1/8 inches high x 4 3/8 inches across spout x 2 1/4 inches deep.
Chinese blue and white Ming dynasty oviform porcelain vase. Yongle period, 1403-1424 A.D., with painted mandarin duck motif. Excellent condition with no cracks, some crazing to glaze. Size: 7 3/8 inches high x 4 inches diameter.
Large English mahogany lap desk with brass-bound corners and brass name plate. The interior reveals a writing slope with stationery compartments. There are also three secret, hidden drawers. Mid 19th century. Knob missing to one interior cover and some minor veneer damage to exterior surface. Key not original. Also fabric hinge to red felt writing surface is cracked. Size: 19.75 inches long x 10 inches deep x 6.75 inches high.