A little footstool like this has a million other uses besides just looking scrumptious wherever you put it. Personally, I can think of nothing more important than that, however you might find it a good place to leave your book beside your chair; you can put your drink there (use a coaster please); all cats like footstools like this, and small dogs might; put your foot up on it to tie your shoe...you see, the list is endless.
This little gem is French and dates to 1880-1900. The leather is in ...click for details
Okay, I am definitely winging it here, because I've never had one of these before, in fact I have never seen one of these before, but here is what I think it is. I think it is a late 19th century Anglo-Indian alms box, or mite box. When I was growing up we used to get mite boxes at church and we would put our coins in them for the less fortunate, and turn them in at church when they were full. (Mine was cardboard.) The wood is a dark and fairly hard wood but I do not know what kind it is. ...click for details
This gorgeous mirror is giltwood and gesso with an eglomise panel in the top. It dates to the mid part of the 19th century. It measures 47" by 25.5". The columns that flank the glass are topped with a palm motif. It has a few nicks in the gilt finish and the mirror is a replacement (though not new). Most of the original gilding is intact and there have been some touch ups. The price reflects the issues. Probably English.
Offered here is a fine French Louis-Philippe mirror in gold and silver gilt. It is in the typical form with the rounded corners at the top and straight on the bottom. There is a beaded edge on the interior of the frame. In addition, there is an interesting carved floral and foliage motif carved into the frame all the way around it. Naturally there is some wear to the frame, which only adds to the beauty and the lustre of an early piece. The frame measures 24" by 32" approximately.
Offered here is a handsome pair of brass andirons with fine form and substantial construction. The base is scroll form with a foliate motif, the top a ball and finial. The andirons measure approximately 17" high.
Offered here is a gorgeous brass fireplace fender. It measures approximately 43" across and is 12", not including the balls atop the side rail. It is in excellent condition.
