This is an American ornate sterling silver baby food pusher made by Whiting Manufacturing Company in the Imperial Queen Pattern, circa 1893; the base of the front handle marked with the maker's mark, STERLING and Pat. 1893. the backside of the pusher monogrammed in Italics C.B.K. Jr; Measurements-handle 3.75 inches long, the blade measures 1,75 inches across. Condition- Excellent
Gilded Cloisonne Lobe Vase, 19th Century
The vase is 12 inches (31 cm) tall, and 7 inches (18 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.
Large format photos available upon request.
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Satsuma Miniature Teapot Signed Kozan, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
The teapot is 1.75 inches (4.5 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, or cracks, except rubbing of gold and a chip at the underside of the lid (as seen in the photos).
This teapot is being feature at the Architectural Digest's May 2006 issue, page 140 under "Great Design Japan."
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Korean Bronze Mirror:
Koryo dynasty, 12th-13th century
The design is cast in relief on the obverse of this Mirror depicts a ship sailing on a stormy sea.
A large dragon arises from the upper left and the right with clouds of spray cap the surging
waves. At the top, above the ship’s banner, are four character inscriptions in archaic
seal style script: Huang Pi Chang Chon (clear, vast, luminous heaven) with a good silver-greenish patina on the face and back...
This is a magnificent coin silver fish serving set, ca. 1865, unmarked, in the Aesthestic taste with boldly cast and applied medallions and highly decorative bright-cut engraving. While unmarked, this set bears a striking resemblance to a medallion pattern made by John Polhamus and retailed by Tiffany during the same period. The knife blade features a charming engraved koi fish surrounded by sea flora and waves. Monogrammed on the reverse "F L D O’M". Condition: excellent...
This is a wonderful 19th century porcelain partial coffee set hand-painted with courting scenes, putti, floral sprays, and butterflies on a yellow ground; bearing crossed swords mark of the Dresden studio of Helena Wolfson and consisting of: a coffee pot and lid with rose bud finial and twisted vine handle; a footed creamer with vine handle; a covered sugar with floral finial; a set of 6 cups with twisted vine handles and shaped rims, some with whimsical insects dancing on the interior; and a se...
This is a set of 12 dainty Dresden flower bread and butter plates, with the mark of Helena Wolfson, ca. 1886-1891, with Deutsche blumen, shaped gilt rims and a fabulous raised swirl surface. Condition: excellent; some paint losses on the swirl ridges.Measurement: 5" dia.
This is romantic set of 12 Schumann Dresden flower cups and saucers, with the 1900 era mark of Carl Schumann; the interior of each cup features a lovely courting scene and both cups and saucers have colorful floral and gilt decoration and raised diagonal weave borders. Condition: cups: ; saucers: 10 are in excellent condition with only minor gilt wear; 1 is cracked, and 1 has minor discoloration. Measurement: cups: ; saucers: 5 _" dia.
This is a fine Dresden flower serving plate, with handles, ca. 1915, with the mark of Richard Klemm; also marked "Dresden" and "Germany", decorated with Deutsche blumen within gilt-swagged shaped rims. Condition: mint. Measurement: 10" dia.
This is a set of six Schumann Dresden style flower hand painted and transfer plates with reticulation, several faintly marked with the 1900 era mark of a Japanese copy, and lavishly decorated with courting scenes and flowers. Condition: excellent. Measurement: 6"dia.
A Victorian Coal Bin or Scuttle of Mahogany Wood with Brass Handle Fittings and Brass Knob on Hinged Front Lid; Fitted Removable Metal Interior. Dimensions; 13" wide x 10.5" high x 17.5" deep. Some limited damage to top (see picture) but otherwise in very good condition. American, circa 1880-1900.
A Victorian Pine Three Drawer Chest and Washstand with Two Spool Side Towel Bars and a Shaped Backsplash and Carved Wood Pulls. dimensions; 37" wide x 35" high x 15" deep. American, circa 1880. Very good condition.
This is a set of twelve reticulated Dresden dessert plates, hand decorated with five different courting scenes and flowers, some marked Bavaria in a shield, most probably early Schumann; 8 _" dia excellent condition
This is an Antique CHINESE CARVED MIRROR for the Table Top of your Choice. Size is 28" X 18" approx. Conservatively Several months of Fine Carving with depictions of Dragons, Foo Dogs, and more
This is a very fine 19th century demitasse cabinet cup and saucer, can-shaped cup and saucer having hand painted interior and exterior with a beautiful raised garland pattern in rich gold gilt; marked with the gold Dresden Porcelain Factory mark and GmbH, hand painted number D-460on cup base and pattern number 3430 on underside of saucer. Measurement; 1 3/4 in high; Condition: Excellent
Sino-Tibetan Gilded Bronze Seated Buddha, 18th Century
The buddha is 8 inches (20 cm) tall, and 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, except missing hand held accessory (as seen in the photos).
Large format photos available upon request.
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A Very Rare and Large Roof End-Tile –Gray Stoneware
Korea, Unified Silla Dynasty or early Koryo dynasty,
9th -11th Century
This monster roof end tile was typically made for a temple.
As a Korean this type of monster roof end-tile is a very rare in beauty of style and technical excellence. Korean old temple tiles remain unsurpassed and rival those made in China and Japan.
** Tiles with monster masks were mounted on the ends
of rafters and were supposed to ward off evil spirits...
Korean incised Celadon Bottle:
Koryo dynasty, 12th-13th century
This is a pear shape formed celadon bottle with a compressed lower body set on a high foot. It is decorated with an incised ruyi pattern around the neck, incised with four chrysanthemum floral heads leafs on the body below two horizontal striped lines. Applied overall body with a clear crackled
celadon glaze. It measures 6 ¾” and 4 1/8”. It is in very good condition
A Fine Women’s Ornamental Knife :
Korea, Choson Dynasty, 19th century
This is an ornamental utensil knife set with chopsticks used by women and also used for emergencies in Choson Dynasty’s women's society. The case and knife have beautiful
feminine carving. The handle and sheath are highly decorated with a cherry
blossom design with birds on the silver body.
Measures 4 5/8” long after assembled...
A George III Silver Serving or Entrée or Vegetable Dish with Cover; assayed in London in 1811 and bearing the makers mark "WB" (either William Bell, Bennett, or Bateman). Fully marked. Dimensions; 11" x 8" x 5" to handle; weight 44.8 Troy ounces. Twist off handle. Some minor knocks on bottom, but in very good overall condition.
Satsuma Geisha Square Vase by Kizan, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
The vase is 4.5 inches (11 cm) tall, and 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, except minor loss of gold (as seen in the photos).
Large format photos available upon request.
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A Set of Twelve Mintons Fine China Dessert Plates. Dimension; 9.25" diameter. Mark for 1873-1890. Very good condition with some slight wear.
A Dresden Porcelain Hand Painted Octagonal Inkstand, by Carl Thieme, dating from the early 1900's. Contains two wells, a stamp box, two seal holders and and candle holder. Dimensions; 7" x 7", 2.75" high, 5" to candle holder. Excellent condition.
A Victorian Majolica Plate Featuring an Early Bicycler Dressed in Red Trousers and a Blue Shirt with an Elaborate Color Border; circa 1890-1900. No mark on the back. Dimensions; 7 3/4" in diameter and 1" high. There is a slight hairline on the underside (see picture), otherwise in very good condition.
A Meriden Britannia Three Piece Silver Plate Coffee Set; c. 1900-1917. Dimensions; coffee pot 26 oz., 8" x 6.5" wide, covered sugar 16 oz., 5" x 6.5" wide; creamer 12 oz, 4" x 5" wide; 54 oz. total. Along with a Silver Plate Tray, by E. G. Webster & Sons; 16" x 5.5" , c. 1920's; 40 ounces. All in very good condition. the tea set has been re-silvered at an earlier date.
A Ruby Glass Hunt Beaker or Cup, with a Moose and Geese in Heavy gilt. Dimensions; 5.25" x 3.75". Bohemian; early 1900's. Excellent condition.
A Unique Wedgwood Majolica Round Dish with an Angels and Cherubs Design; Four Reserves. Dimension; 12" round; registry mark for 1865. Wedgwood Imprint. Excellent condition.
A superb and graceful example of First Period Dr. Wall Worcester porcelain. The patterns on it are "La Peche" and "La Promenade Chinoise," both of which were done by Robert Hancock. Although Caughley did a very similar variation, this piece was definitely made by Worcester.
The slightly flared tankard is 4 5/8" tall, with a top diameter of 3" and a base diameter of 3 1/4". Looking fresh from the factory, it has no chips, cracks, glaze or paint loss, or restorations...
This is a Beautiful Pair of Porcelain Figural Candelabras. These candelabra depict a young lady and young man in a lovely garden scene. We believe these candelabras to date to around the late 1800's. These candelabras measure 21" tall and are in very good condition. I will be happy to send more photos.
Japanese early 20th century art deco bronze swan. The swan is done in a silver and gold finish. Beautifully designed and executed by artist, JOSHIN. Signed JOSHIN on the bottom. The swan measures 8 3/8" tall, by 9" long and 3 1/2" wide. Comes with box.
A Mounted Bohemian Glass Ewer with Stopper, with Gilding and Enameling and with Hand Painted Scenes on Both Sides. Moser styled on a possible Venetian glass on a brass over metal base. Height; 13" high x 5" at base. Late 19th century and in excellent condition.
A Majolica Monk Character Pitcher; by Thomas Forester Son & Co. (Stoke on Trent, England). Circa 1885. Dimensions 8" high x 7" wide. In excellent condition.
A Staffordshire Sugar and Creamer in the Chinoiserie fashion. There is a design inside the sugar bowl which complements the outer design. There is a design in the lip of the creamer as well as outside the creamer. Note* Picture #4 shows a glass reflection in the inner sugar bowl-this is a reflection of the light when photographing it and not an imperfection. These pieces are in mint condition. Circa 1840-1860.
This is an ANTIQUE CHINESE FAMILLLE ROSE VASE from a Midwest Estate.... size is 30" Tall... Great Painting in Rose to Pink enamels ... ca. 1800- 1850 in EXCELLENT Condition
Gorgeous walnut sofa by John Jelliff with man's heads on each arm and woman's head on top; circa 1860's; newly upholstered in the softest and most beautiful tufted leather. Measures 80" long x 44 1/2" high x 23 1/2" deep. Condition is perfect.
Very lovely and unusual tall slant front desk, opening in the front, but having drawers on one side like a davenport desk, and a door on the opposite side. Measures 67" tall x 30" wide x 18" deep; circa 1880; in lovely condition.