Hand carved Chinese Hetian jade carving, depicting a skeleton. Size; Measurements are 75 x 46 x 36 (mm) or 2.95 x 1.81 x 1.42 inches, total weight is 0.16 lbs/72 grams, in very good condition. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in
late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17...
A Viennese cold painted bronze figural, mid to late 19th century. Depicts a young girl seated in a chair and playing with a small cat that is on the girl's lap. The girl is laughing at the cat as she plays with a fringed stick that the cat is grabbing. Another cat is located underneath the girl's chair - probably wishing it could be playing as well. This charming bronze is believed to date to the Victorian era, circa 1860's to 1890's. Excellent condition...
Chinese enameled porcelain vase, depicting floral design, traces of seal mark on the base, 8 1/8 inches high with no condition concern, wood base in not a match therefore excluded.
Fine Antique Austrian miniature Bronze Dachshunds mounted on green marble base. Finely detailed solid bronze castings. Measuring 5.5"L x 3.5"W x 2.5"T. In excellent condition.
A pair of Roden sterling silver handle wood salad servers. These ornate 10-1/4" serving implements feature wooden spoon and fork inserts with sterling silver handles marked with the Roden mark along with REG'D 1901 STERLING. Birks took them over later but the 1901 registry mark indicates an Edwardian date for the manufacture of these servers. They are in very good condition with no cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a small chip off one tine of the fork...
This blue and red pearlware shell dish is possibly from a Davenport service, c1815, Condition: excellent Height: 8.75 inches Width: 9 inches
Two silver King's Pattern spoons. We acquired these with a larger set (which we are offering separately) some years ago...
A unique silver plate double wine bottle caddy by Elkington, featuring an extensive pierced design and a single central handle. Elkington mark of 1865-1897.
Gilded iron Sunburst wall sconce, electrified with double back light. Early 20th century. Size: 22 inches in diameter.
An Early Capo di Monte Jewelry Box or Coffer, with a Lidded Cover. The Hinges, Clasp and Borders are of Bronze. The Scenes Depicted are Mythological. The dimensions are 8.25" wide x 5" deep x 5" high. It dates from 1820-1840 and is in excellent condition.
This is a classical pair of sterling candlesticks, ca. 1930, with the mark of Redlich & Co., a New York silversmith in business from 1890 to 1946, the company later became part of Elgin. Also marked "cementfilled," "reinforced with rod" and "2071." Condition: one stick has some minor dents at the top of the base. Measurement: 8." h
Continental singing bird-in-cage automaton. Circa. 1900. Probably French or Swiss. Bird fashioned from real feathers, with glass eyes, and on a brass perch. Key-wind mechanism inside base of cage causes bird to sing various bird songs, while moving beak and turning head. Some loss to bird’s feathers. Musical movement is operational but sometimes hesitates, requiring a slight titling action to restore it, so probably requires some adjustment. Size: 12.5” ht.
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Sterling silver-enameled Austrian compact depicting a man helping a lady to play Flute, Enamel Guilloche, stamped Made in Austria STERLING. Dimensions
2.5 inches in diameter, Original make-up pad included. Condition Report: Excellent condition.
A Heavy Celery Vase of Cut Crystal; England circa 1820-1850. Dimensions 9" high x 5.5" wide at top and 4" square at base. Excellent condition.
An early and beautiful genuine Aesthetic period covered entree dish by Copeland Spode c1870-90. This 14 x 7-3/4" English serving piece has lush gilding, relief handles and branch-style finial and fine handpainting over transfer. It has grape and vine leaves, feeding birds, foliage and a butterfly; it is stamped (faintly) COPELAND with various underglaze numbers and letters and it has painted D9875 markings...
Chinese porcelain vase, early to mid 19th century period. Size, Height of vase is 14 inches, in very good condition.
Tiffany & Company sterling silver footed dish with garlands and floral decoration. Circa 1930s. Very good condition with no dents. Size: 7.25" diameter x 1.6" height. 10.39 troy ounces.
Georgian Old Sheffield plate silver chamberstick with original bobeche and snuffer. Silver fused to copper. Late 18th or early 19th century. Size: 5.75" diameter x 4" ht. Very good condition with no rosing. Date of 1715 is engraved inside the candle nozzle. This date is too early to be a date of manufacture, so was either added at a later date or commemorates an earlier date, such as a birth date.
Two charming vintage cafe au lait (or hot chocolate) bowls from France. A nice light blue & pale gray pattern, they are marked on bottoms, "FB 4" & stamped with the number 3. Normal wear from age & use, please see photos. Measure approximately 5 inches across & a little more than 2-1/2 inches high.
Fine Victorian horn-handled novelty walking stick or cane. Modelled as the head of a greyhound or whippet, with glass eyes, to a metal collar and rootwood shaft, 33.5", (85cm) long. Condition Report; Later rubber ferrule. Minor losses to top edge of metal collar.
Chinese natural Hetian jade pendant, depicting a dragon figure on observe and a seal mark on reverse. Dimension; 70 x 50 x 15 (mm) or 2.76 x 1.97 x 0.59 inches with total weight of 0.22 lbs/102 grams, no condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in
late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17...
An Art Nouveau sterling handle cake knife from the 1895 era. This 9-3/8" long server has a sterling silver handle and a silver plated blade; it is stamped STERLING on the handle but we've been unable to identify the pattern or maker. A great wedding gift, this knife is in excellent condition with no monograms, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than a few very small dents on one side's plain reserve only and a bit of patina from use on the blade...
A beautiful example with delicate sliver wire enclosure depicting a Dragon on a sliver foil background. Meiji period c.1900 in excellent condition measuring approx. 6.5
inches tall. A masterpiece work of cloisonné art.
A Norwegian tea strainer by the noted silversmith David Andersen. The gilded sterling strainer is adorned in blue enamel with white beaded jewels and is stamped on the reverse with "925" and with the Andersen mark for the period 1924-1939. Size: 4 3/4" length x 2 7/8 inches diameter...
Chinese stone seal with dragon finial, nineteenth century China. Dimensions:
Height of the seal carving is 3 1/8 inches with width of 1 7/8 inches and depth of 1 1/8 inches. Condition Report: Great condition.
Heavy, thick-walled Orrefors Ariel vase with bands of repeating geometric shapes; circles, squares and triangles in dark, smokey (almost black) glass; complimented by the silvery airtraps; the whole cased in clear crystal glass. The color varies in intensity depending on lighting. Vase has solid band of color at rim. A halo of blue-green glass shows around portions of the vase and is visible in the photographs...
A vintage English cut crystal dresser or powder jar on a pedestal foot with a sterling silver cover decorated with engine turning. There is a mirror affixed into the underside of the cover that can be used when applying powder or make-up. Birmingham assay, 1947, by F.H. Adams and Holman. Size: 3.5 inches diameter X 4.5 inches ht. Excellent condition with no chips to the glass...
A Pair of Vieux (Old) Paris Tazzas; Green and Gold on White with a Different Hand Painted Scene on Each. They have a wonderful gilt rim. From the Mid-19th Century. Dimensions, 10.5" round x 4.5" high. Excellent condition.
Striking pair of large vases by Gouda Pottery of Holland.
They each measure 12" high and roughly 7" wide.
Each marked on bottom, with both impressed and inscribed marks.
Impressed numbers include 2144 and P 503, and in addition to the Gouda Holland marks written, the number 2144 is at the top, with KL 503 and what are likely the artist's initials in a rectangular cartouche JVS.
The design is not written on either, and it seems to represent a floral element withing a rather geometric format. ...
"Eutoxeres Aquila"
An original John Gould Hummingbird lithograph published in 1861 Beautifully hand colored with watercolor and added iridesence. Hallmandel and Walto printers London in good antique condition some age toning and light foxing. Slightly trimmed measuring approx. 14 x 21 overall size. A fine example of this important work one of the finest images.
A Monograph of the Trochilidae, or Family of Humming-Birds
Written by John Gould
Published by John Gould (London, England)...
A Sterling Silver Victorian sugar basket with a swing handle and a fitted green glass liner. An overall grape and vine pattern.
Staffordshire Early Victorian Hand Painted Dessert Dervice; Consisting of a Comport and Eight Plates. Circa 1840, Possibly Edgerton & Co; Lane End (Longton). Excellent conditon.
A scarce Adam Oneida silver plated bread knife. This 11-1/2" flatware serving piece features a smooth stainless steel blade on one side and a serrated or toothed blade on the other. This pattern was introduced in 1917 and this piece is in very good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, monograms, damage or repairs other than a fine patina from use. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight ...
A Sterling Silver three Piece Serving Set by Reed & Barton, in the Francis I pattern. The Handles are Sterling and the blades and tines are "MirrorStele". The fork is 9.25", the carving knife 11.5" and the fish knife 10.25". There is a small monogram, "R", on each piece. Part of the mechanism on the fork is missing, but it is operable (see picture). Note; the Roast Carving Set and the Fish Knife may be purchased separately, if desired. Inquire.
Large and well decorated lebrillo or basin, in classic blue and white Fajalauza pottery from Granada, with floral, foliate and curved designs, 19th century, possibly 18th.
Measures 11 1/2" in diameter and is 3 3/8" deep with sloped sides. The foot measures 8 1/4" in diameter.
From the early 16th century, tin glazed wares have been crafted in Granada, with a creamy white slip glaze over terracotta pottery, decorated in blue and green glazes. The form here is the same as early wares, and the f...
A Rowland & Marsellus Winnipeg Manitoba flow blue souvenir plate from the 1900 era. This 10-1/8" late Victorian English ceramic rolled edge display plate features views of Winnipeg Manitoba including the Canadian buffalo, Wesley College, Seven Oaks Monument, Fort Garry, Holy Trinity Church, Deaf and Dumb Institute and City Hall and Volunteers Monument. it is stamped with the blue Rowland & Marsellus mark and it states this plate was made for the Imperial Dry Goods Co. Limited of Winnipeg (1899...
Tiffany & Co. English King large sugar sifter ladle, sterling silver with gilded, pierced bowl. Patented 1885. Size: 7" length. Excellent condition, retaining most of the original gilding of the bowl. No monogram, no damage or repairs. Crisp design. Circa 1885-1891 (Edward Moore's directorship of the company).
Wonderful vintage mannequin from France. Linen covered body has some staining and tears, this beauty has been used, but has a lot of life left in her. Nothing to detract from the charm of this vintage dressform. Circa 1900's, it rests on a rare ribbed-style stand. Overall a wonderful decorative (or usable!) piece. Stands just over 5 feet (can extend up). Body is 31" long, waist is 27" around, bust 32" hips 34".
A Limoges dresser Tray; a Handpainted Portrait of a Classical Woman. Dimensions 16" wide x 13" deep. "Pouyat" Mark 5 circa 1890-1932. Excellent condition.
Two antique Chinese famille rose porcelain bowls, both bowls have 'Guangxu' mark on the bases and of the period. Size; Diameter of larger bowl is 5 inches and diameter of smaller bowl is 4 1/4 inches. Condition Report; Both bowl have very tiny chip to the outer side of rim, other than that, in very good condition.
Greenwich Flint-Craft Decanter in extreme bottle shape designed by Tom Connally. This is shape number 1163, which came in three sizes 14, 17 and 19 inches, this is the largest at 19 inches. Heavy-base, extremely long neck with flat flared top, mushroom shaped stopper. The color is Burnt Honey. Unsigned. 1960's. Condition is excellent with no chips, cracks or repairs. An example of this bottle can be seen on the Blenko collectors website (www.blenkocollectors.com) under the section "Is It Blenko?...
Chinese enameled porcelain vase, depicting geometric design on the neck followed by landscape design on the body, seal mark to the base, 9 3/4 inches high with no condition concern, wood base in not a match therefore excluded.
A Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Gravy or Sauce Ladle; "Old English Antique" pattern, with Florals and With Applied Bird and Flower. c. 1880; 6.25". Excellent condition.
Fine Chinese famille rose bowl, depicting children at play, seal mark on base, late 19th century period. Size; Diameter of the bowl is 8 3/4 inches with the height of 4 3/8 inches. Condition Report; Very good condition.
Gorham Sterling silver art nouveau floral design bowl elaborate monogrammed initials GER in center marked sterling with Gorham mark and number. In excellent condition some minor scratches measuring approx. 5.5 inches by 1.5 inches.
A Royal Crown Derby, English porcelain teapot in the popular #2451 Japan pattern. Size: 5 inches Ht. x 9.5 inches lg. Mid 20th century. Excellent condition. An array of coffee cups and saucers also available separately between $30-45 each.
A beautiful example from the Meiji period c. 1900 green foil background with flying cranes over ocean waves. Measuring approx. 5 inches tall 12.5 centimeters. In excellent condition no damage to this piece. There is some seperation in the foil under the enamel this is in the making or firing and is not damage see pictures. A fine and beautiful example.
An 800 silver Art Nouveau floral German napkin ring circa 1900. This high style, high relief table decor item measures 1-1/2" wide and 1-7/8" across the interior. The beautiful design goes around the outside and it has a fancy Gothic B monogram as well as a full set of hallmarks from Germany. It also has the maker's mark for Franz Mosgau of Berlin (est. 1807) and this item dates to the 1895-1900 era. It is in very good condition with a small dent/rim split at the top rim of the napkin ring w...
"Acorn" pattern sterling silver cake slice server by Carl Poul Petersen, Canada. Circa 1947. Size: 9 7/8 inches length. Excellent condition with hammered blade and figural peapod handle. Stamped on reverse of handle HAND MADE STERLING, together with Petersen's logo.
Carl Poul Petersen was apprenticed to Georg Jensen in Denmark from 1908-1913, marrying Jensen's daughter in 1928. In 1929, he relocated to Canada where he was employed by Henry Birks and Sons in Montreal, prior to opening hi...
This is a delicate pair of sterling silver grape scissors made by Tiffany and Co. with handles having applied reticulated scroll design and steel inlaid into the cutting edge of the blade, backstamp somewhat worn, marked Tiffany and Sterling, 5 1/4 in H approx and 1.34 oz.
Finely crafted Chinese porcelain bowl, yellow glazed background, designed with dragon pattern at the center and floral design on the outer band, exterior decorated with floral design, late 19th/early 20th century period. Size; Diameter of bowl is 9.8 inches, in great condition.
Chinese Natural Hetian Jade carving of four fortune boys. Measurements are as follows; :175 x 90 x 30 (mm) or 6.89 x 3.54 x 1.18 inches and total weight of 0.92 lbs/416 grams, no condition issues. Wood base excluded. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17. Most of...
A Wallace engraved cocktail shaker circa 1915 1920. This ornate vintage silver plate barware item is 13-1/4" tall. This pitcher features a large lid with a cork stopper, a cork-lined spout cap and a fancy engraved pattern which may correspond to one of Wallace's flatware patterns (a go-with piece). It is stamped 64 OZ V8099 WALLACE BROS. SILVER CO. This elegant bar ware item is in very good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear to the ...
An Art Deco sterling silver tea ball strainer with chain and ring for steeping loose tea leaves circa 1920s. This vintage and classically simple tea serving piece includes the original chain and it has the original finger ring. It is stamped with an obscured silver mark on the finger ring, it is 1-3/8" in diameter and it weighs 17.7 grams. It is in excellent condition with no monograms, bends, corrosion, dents, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and al...
This is a Vienna claret ground tête-a-tête, 19th century, comprising : a coffee pot, hot-milk jug, sugar bowl and cover, and waste bowl; the first three signed "H. Kollerd"; each bearing the blue beehive mark; painted with mythological scenes within a seeded rectangular gilt surround on an elaborately paneled ground in shades of pale pink, pale blue, lemon yellow, and cobalt; gilt and chased with scrolling foliage; titled on the reverse "Jupiter und Calisto" (the coffee pot), "Amor entwaffnet"...
This is a fanciful Dutch silver glass-lined mustard pot and spoon having neoclassical piercing depicting figures in a garden setting, c1848. It has a domed cover, ball feet and is marked on the body, lid and handle. It stands 2 1/2 inches high and is in excellent condition.
Antique hand carved Chinese Beijing / Peking glass snuff bottle, w fortune horses overlay decorations. Dimension: 3.19 x 1.93 x 1.30 inches, no condition concerns.
Baccarat Crystal Roosters by Georges Chevalier c. 1950 with Baccarat acid etched stamp on bottom. Chevalier, A graduate of the École Nationale des Arts Décoratifs, in Paris, began working with Baccarat in 1916 ending his career there in the early 1970s. A journey, a life made of light. His designs earned the Crystalworks a place at the forefront of the history of the decorative arts. Both In excellent condition acid etched stamp is lightly worn. Measures 18" L x 5" W x 14.5" H. Original retail...
A vintage Art Deco three piece decorative hand painted luster set by Grimwades c1930. This set is in their Byzanta Ware series and depicts trees and flowers in a kaleidoscopic style view on the 9-1/2" console bowl and twin trees on the 7-3/8" tall candlesticks. Each piece has the Grimwades mark, and each piece retains all of the lustre and decoration. A beautiful set and scarce with all three original pieces. This set is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs...
Description: a fabulous sterling silver tea/coffee set comprising a teapot, sugar bowl and creamer. This set has been manufactured
by International Silver co, Prelude style. Size: The teapot is9 1/4"H x 7.5"W, sugar bow 3"H x 5"W and creamer's measurements are 4" x 3.5".
This set is fully hallmarked with silver and maker's mark, in very good condition, small dent on creamer's tip, which I tried to show it
in close capture picture so you can make an informed decision.
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