All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #1423392 (stock #40H19-1194B)
A grouping of Imari pattern Ironstone china by G.L. Ashworth Bros. English. Circa 1862-1891. Included are six dinner plates (10 in.), two soup plates (10 in.), and a large 19 in. oval serving platter. These total 9 pieces. The decoration is hand colored, and the two soup plates have a different coloring to the central design than the other pieces. The platter measures 15 in. x 19 in.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1008550 (stock #ZMisc150)
Late 19th century Silver Berber enameled bracelet from Tiznit, almost 2 inches high (4.5 cm). Closed, the bracelet interior diameter is 2.25 inches. With the pin removed and the clasp opened the diameter is widened to 2.75 inches which permits bracelet to slip easily over average womans hand. Bracelet weighs .5 lb. Silver grade is unknown and assumed to be very low.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #647888 (stock #ZTC166)
The is a rare, old, long Chinese lock necklace with coral beads and matching amber drops. The handmade upper chain leads to a lower strand of very small silver beads, with 4 pumpkin shaped coral beads alternating with 5 silver balls on each side. From each side of the beaded chain is a short chain ending with male and female ducks which represent a long and happy marriage. The medallion is 4" wide and 3.5" long with numerous beautifully articulated images...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1191635
Fine Chinese enameled porcelain vase, decorated with Courtyard Scenes Beast Handle, 19/20th century era, bearing Chinese seal marks on the base. Size; Height of vase is 8.25 inches, in good condition.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1316850 (stock #525ar)
Finely cast in solid bronze, this pair of Komainu figures, also referred to as Shishi or guardian lions, are diminutive in size, measuring 3 1/8" high x 3", but maintain the fierce and powerful demeanor for which they are known. They have the traditional stance, and one has an open mouth, the other closed, with richly sculpted manes and tails. The patina is very dark, with some verdigris evident in the crevasses, and very light wear where they were handled...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1207514 (stock #SK 544)
A rectangular cover made of glazed cotton lavishly block-printed and dyed, produced in Isfahan in the 19th century. Centrally a medallion with cypresses surrounded by meandering flowers, and a row with cartouches containing Arabic inscriptions. Qalamkar textiles were especially popular in Persia, often imported from India (here called Kalamkari). From a Swiss gentleman's study collection, mainly comprising Persian textiles...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #122547 (stock #335)
A Wedgwood coffee or chocolate pot with cover; Light Blue Jasperware with a classical design in white relief. Wedgwood imprint, circa 1880. Dimensions 9" high x 4.5" wide. Perfect condition
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #705961 (stock #ZTC187)
This style of Rattan helmet was worn by all foot soldiers during the Qing Dynasty. This helmet retains traces of its original painted symbols, no longer readable, it is presumed that they indicated specific troop or brigade to which the owner belonged.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #123504 (stock #407C)
Wedgwood Historical Plate of the Saratoga Battle Monument, Commemorating the Surrender of Burgoyne’s Army in 1777. Imported by Jones, McDuffee and Stratton of Boston. 9", 1890. Please see the other plates we have to offer.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #143562 (stock #4222)
This is a Chinese export Canton pattern blue and white teabowl and saucer, 19th C, both with scalloped gilt rim and painted with a pagoda and riverside village scene; minor gilt losses; saucer 5"diam
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #123516 (stock #407G)
Wedgwood Historical Plate of Faneuil Hall, Boston. Imported by Jones, McDuffee and Stratton of Boston. 9", 1899. Please see the other plates we have to offer.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #1436370
A finely cast and rare caneware terrine or covered game dish, mid 19th century, England or possibly French or German. Measures 6 3/4" high and is 7 1/4" in diameter. Signed on lid, looks like C S, possibly another letter and the number 9...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #834685 (stock #38B12-1208)
Historical Staffordshire dark blue covered sugar bowl with transfer of Washington at Mount Vernon. Unmarked, early 19th century. Condition: light staining to interior of bowl and some minor glaze roughness; professional restoration to cover, not visible from exterior but showing under black light and with some color variation to the inside of the cover (see photo). Size: 6.5 inches long x 4 inches deep x 5.75 inches high.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1209057
Chinese blue and white large bowl, the interior of the bowl features a Chinese ancient figure,marked " Yi Xi Tang Zhi " on the bottom, Qing Dynasty. Size; Diameter of the bowl is 9 inches and it stands 4.5 inches tall. Condition Report, Very good condition with no imperfections.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #1346551 (stock #9459)
A Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee china teapot with enamel decoration circa 1897. This scarce royalty commemorative antique teapot celebrates the Diamond Jubilee of the reign of Queen Victoria. This black glaze Jackfield style English teapot measures 9-1/4" across the handle and spout and it stands 7" tall; it has a gold coloured stencil of Victoria on one side and the commemorative legend on the other...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #1006343 (stock #26C10E 3084)
Unusual silver plated kerosene oil lamp with bright cut, hand engraved decoration. Wick adjustment knob marked The Silberlight Co., London, Manufactured in Germany. 19th century. There is a heart shaped maker's stamp on the cross shaped brace on the underside of the base. Size: 7 1/8 inches height x 4.5 inches diameter. Includes an amber glass ruffled chimney. Height including chimney is 10.5 inches...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #1291559 (stock #02506)
A set of four 8-1/2" English porcelain fluted edge or scalloped breakfast plates in the Rome pattern, made by Copeland Spode. Each has an impressed 80 year date (1880), and these plates have the grey/black colourway. They have the early impressed Copeland mark, and two have the printed Copeland mark; each has impressed pattern and month marks...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Scandinavian : Pre 1900 item #1427815
12 pieces of Blue Flower by Royal Copenhagen, comprised of 11 luncheon plates and one serving platter. The platter measures 14" wide, 11" deep, and 2" high. The plates measure 7 7/8". All the designs are hand painted, and show variation in the floral designs...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1900 item #1175056 (stock #TR718)
These diamond and pearl cluster earrings date back to the late Victorian era. The center pearls on each earring are surrounded by eight old miner cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.65 Ct. The 4.5 mm pearls seem to be natural pearls, but were not x-rayed.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1900 item #1412884 (stock #9892)
A 9K rose gold Edwardian engraved hinged bangle bracelet fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1911. This 1/4" wide hollow bangle features engraving on the front half which extends to the ends of the unengraved back side. It has a hinge, a box clasp and a safety chain. The colour is an intense rose gold and it has both 9 and 375 hallmarks along with an A.L.W.H maker's mark...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #753230 (stock #95)
Decorated by floral scroll on the rim and flower on the center. Width = 20 cm Period : Qing Dynasty, 18th century.. Condition : no hairline, no chip, no crack, no restoration.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1169115
A TIFFANY & CO. STERLING LIDDED SNUFF BOX, LATE 19TH CENTURY. With repousse and scrolled acanthus lid and gilt interior, marked Tiffany & Co. 13171 Maker's 9730 Sterling. Diameter 2.25 inches. Condition Report: Great condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1056594
Antique Hand Crafted Persian Silver Hookha top, 19th C. The origins of the hookah come from the north western provinces of India along the border of Pakistan in Rajasthan and Gujarat nearly a millennia back. In Persia, before the age of cigar and cigarette, hookha was used for generations and generally they were made from clay. The aristocrats and wealthy had the upper section of their hookha made from silver and the base was porcelain or crystal...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1214969
Chinese porcelain vase, red iron color with three frames each depicting landscape, from mid to late 19th century period, Chinese seal mark to the base. Size; diameter of bowl is 6.75 inches. Condition Report; Overall in good condition considering the age, sign of wear to the exterior red painting.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #1194990 (stock #40G72 116)
Small size ovoid redware pottery jar in a glossy brown speckled glaze. 19th century, Size: 6 inches high x 5.5 inches diameter. Condition: some glaze wear to top rim; small chips to foot ring and firing craze to interior glaze (does not penetrate the body of the vessel and not visible from the exterior).
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1216965
Fine European, most likely German, oval silver box, depicting a sailing boat on the top and floral design to the side, gilt interior, from late 19th century period, bears 800 silver mark to the base. Size: Dimension of the box are 3 1/4"L x 1"H x 2 1/2"D. Condition Report; Good condition with typical age wear.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1168383
Chinese stone seal with two foo lions finial, small one riding the large one, nineteenth century China. Dimensions: Height of the seal carving is 3 7/8 inches with width of 1 1/2 inches and depth of 5/8 inch. Condition Report: Great condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1164849 (stock #02196)
A 19th century engraved and gilded sterling silver chatelaine perfume flask. This 1-1/4" diameter pendant flask measures 2-5/8" from the top of the hanging chain to the bottom, the engraving is finely done and different on both sides, and it has the original threaded cap and gilt stopper. It is unmarked except for a fancy monogram and it may also have been made to be worn on a chatelaine...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1363038 (stock #9605)
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...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1422111 (stock #40G29-1124)
A very decorative sterling silver Art Nouveau cigarette case by W. Kerr, with all-over chasing with an eagle and scroll motif. Size: 4.25 inches x 3 inches. Let 19th century. Excellent condition, and with gilded interior.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1422401 (stock #38B12-17507)
A Victorian figural horse hoof commemorative inkwell. Dated 1899. A cast, silver plate mount on a genuine horse's hoof, with a commemorative dedication to 'Diadem' in 1899. Size: 5.75 inches length x 4.75 inches x 3.5 inches hr. Some wear to plating. Missing the glass inkwell liner.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #1263910 (stock #380ar)
This embroidered wool shawl is of very high quality, with very fine and precise embroidery and beautiful vivid color. It dates to the early or mid 19th century, measuring approximately 71" square, and is backed with later red fabric. Comprised of numerous sections that are hand embroidered, it is trimmed with an additional embroidered edge, and has a black center of woven cloth. The condition is good, with some losses to the outer edge, and holes in the black center that have been sewn, and a...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1900 item #325973 (stock #tiger386)
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Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Satsuma Brush Holder Meeting of Gods Signed Kozan

The brush holder is 4.75 inches tall, and 2.25 inches in diameter.

It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.


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All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1291624
Antique Chinese silver marriage box; of rectangular form with hinged cover, repoussé phoenix and dragon amid clouds with flaming pearl at center, outlined with small celadon jade ring; the paneled sides of mushroom and floral motifs; hallmark (some typical wear); approx. total weight 110.5 g (including jade). Size; Width of silver box is 3 3/4 inches.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1900 item #1069089
Interesting antique Persian hand made silver vase exhibiting foliage design, engraving and chisel work is incredibly delicate. This item is 5.5 inches tall and 2.5 inches in diameter and weights 130 grams.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1179945
Elaborately crafted and finely painted pair of Chinese enameled porcelain vases, depicting fished and floral decorations, 19th century period period, Chinese seal on the base. Size; Height of each vase is 8 inches, in very good condition, no imperfections observed.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #491590 (stock #145)
Chinese porcelain vase hand painted with the Three Sages of Happiness design motif. Tong Zhi period 1862-1874 in excellent condition measuring approx. 9 inches tall comes in a fitted silk lined box.
All Items : Archives : Lost Art : Asian Art : Japanese : Pre 1900 item #285764
This is a Finely Painted Kutani Charger from a Pennsylvania Estate. Painted with Figures in the Central Panel the Border is decorated with alternating Male and Female Birds in Flight.... We are Buyers of this Quality
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Textiles : Pre 1900 item #1336466 (stock #QINBZ02)
An exquisite example of a Qing rank badge (Buzi, Mandarin Square); the golden pheasant (Jinji) is the symbol of the second civil official.  Border with gold wire way-style stitching. Traditional motifs include: the peach (shoutao); 5 bats (bianfu, reinforcing the meaning of good fortune in Chinese, fu); the peony; and lingzhi (magical mushroom). They surround the golden pheasant emerging from the sea and flying towards the sun. This artifact is skillfully embroidered in running, flatting, slant...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1290876
Finely crafted Chinese antique blue background famille rose porcelain bowl, decorated with circular flowers, from mid 19th century period, base bears Chinese seal mark. Size; Diameter of bowl is 6.5 inches. Condition report; Condition is consistent with age, minor age hairline to interior of rim.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1318980
Fine Chinese porcelain vase, Cong shape, blue glaze, 19th century period, marked with Chinese characters. Size: Height of vase is 10.25 inches. Condition Report; No condition concerns.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1191626
Early 19th century Chinese porcelain lidded jar, depicting "children at play" theme, height of this item is 12 inches with diameter of 8.5 inches, sign of wear to paintings due to the old age.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1342333
Made of lacquered hardwood. Original red lacquer and gilding, serene facial expression. Inscription on the base. H. 73,5 cm. Burma, Tai Lue minority, 18th/early 19th century.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1209048
Chinese rose medallion enameled porcelain Plate, with panel decorations of interior scenes, birds, and flowers, 19th century period. Size; Diameter of plate is 8 3/8 inches, no condition concerns.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1209059
Chinese famille rose enameled porcelain plate, late 19th century period, 9 1/4 inches in diameter, with flea bites to the rim.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1354910 (stock #2850)
Small Indonesian ceremonial keris forged from steel in one piece with a straight blade, the hilt section in the shape of a sitting figure. Provenance: Private Collection, Switzerland. Condition: fine. Dimension: 24.7 cm long, 3.2 cm wide, weight: 82 g.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1168384
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.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1258873
Chinese famille verte enameled porcelain bowl, exterior decorated with floral design, late 19th century period. Size; This item is 2 inches high with diameter of 7 inches. Condition Report; Condition is consistent with age, no visible damages.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1900 item #1191646
Fine Chinese enameled porcelain vase, depicting the royal court in hunting, late 19th century period. Size; Height of vase is 17.5 inches, in good condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #531756 (stock #189)
Pair of Beautiful 19th century French Bronze busts of young women. Finely detailed castings mounted on dark stone bases measuring overall approx. 10 inches 27 cm. tall in excellent condition. Some minor wear and chips to the base on one. Truly a wonderful pair would be a great decorative addition to any interior design.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1319772
The backside decorated with a stupa. H. 10,5 cm. excl. stand. This piece was placed in the foundation of a newly built stupa.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #363729 (stock #984)
A Green Opaline Gilt Mounted Desk Inkstand or Standish, with Two Inkwells and Two Pen Holders. Possibly French. Dimensions; 9.5" wide x 6" deep. Excellent condition; circa 1890.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #801536 (stock #SBUD-005)
A black terracotta Buddha amulet in the sitting position in-cased in a stainless steel case from Thailand. Age; Pre 1900 or earlier. Size: H. 3cm. Condition: No repairs.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #363740 (stock #985)
A Green Opaline Brass Mounted Inkstand or Standish, with a single well, a Circular Undertray, and a Pen holder in the Bracket arm. Probably French, c. 1890. Dimensions; 5" wide x 6" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1362991 (stock #SH-1016)
Spanish colonial era Philippine Santos estimated to be from mid-19th century. Hi-resolution images on request.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #1181123 (stock #SR2104)

This Brass paper clip is a great desk accessory as well as a collectible antique. It dates to 1880.

Condition: excellent Height: 3.25 inches Width: 2.5 inches
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1332185 (stock #SK960)
An ornately worked, chased and engraved jug with dancing Burmese figures in repoussé. The handle in the form of an ogre. The spout might be a later addition, it is only silver plated. Base engraved "Moung Oung Myal 1875". No mark, silver tested. Condition: the ogre of the handle with a small loss, otherwise fine. Dimension: 11 cm high, weight: 382 g.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1219287 (stock #SBUD-001)
An alloy metal Buddha sitting under a bodhi tree.This is where Buddha gained his great Enlightenment by sitting in concentrated meditation beneath the bodhi tree at Bodh Gaya in Bihar,India. Can be made into an amulet. Size: H. 6.3cm. W. 3.3cm. Condition: No repairs.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900 item #1421032 (stock #40J75-100)
Antique late 19th century red lacquered wood Hsun-Ok offering vessel from Burma. Size: 27 inches ht. x 15 inches diameter. Probably from Pagan region, with two registers of laid-on decoration below the spire and a series of hand-turned balusters on the pedestal. Minor damage to cover.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #152992 (stock #588)
An Unusually Large Victorian Brass Stamp Box. It has Five Compartments and in Addition to the Four Corner Supports, there is a Center Support Front and Rear. The Dimensions are 9" in width x 5" deep x 2.75" high. Circa late 19th century and probably English in origin. It is in excellent condition.