This pair of tall bronze candelabra sconces in the French Louis XVI style feature a knotted and draped ribbon form with tassels and two candle arms. Each measures 22.75" high, 7.75" wide and 7" deep. Purchased from Ira Krex, a prominent New York dealer on Third Avenue in Manhattan in the 1960s. They date from circa 1900. There are no hallmarks...

This wonderful old sterling platter by Shreve & Co. of San Franciso measures 14.75" wide and deep and 3" high and weighs 1 lbs. 14.6 oz. (30.6 oz. and 27.9 troy oz.) It features chased foliage decoration inside the rim and elaborate embossed decoration of scrolls and foliage ending in eight points around the perimeter. Dates from sometime after 1894 when the Shreve Jewelry Store changed its name to Shreve and Company.Carries the impressed Shreve & Co. mark plus the style number 4838...

This antique clown whirligig has its original painted finish and measures 58" (4' 10") high, 10" wide and deep at the base, and has arms that are 21" long. Structurally sound. Arms move freely. This item resides with our client in Hoboken NJ and may be seen by appointment.

This lovely nineteenth century plaque depicts the emperor Napoleon. Plaque measures 8 3/4" by 7 1/8" and frame measures 12" by 10.5" by 1 5/8" and weighs 2 lbs. 2 oz. No signature has been found. There are no distinguishing hallmarks on the rear. Condition is excellent, with no chips, cracks or repairs. Ebonized frame is old and likely original to the plaque. This item comes from a family who have been collecting European porcelain for four generations...

This antique plaque, painted in 1879 by Jean Gauvin, depicts men and women of distinction in the eighteenth century, enjoying the surroundings near the Temple of Love in the gardens of Versailles. (The temple was built in 1778 on an artificial island in order to house Bouchardon's marble statue of the God of Love carving his bow from Hercules' club.) The exposed portion of the plaque visible within the frame measures 10.5" by 8"...

This antique plaque, signed Carlus, depicts a renaissance period courting scene with musicians entertaining a distinguished couple. Measures 11" by 7.75" and weighs 1 lbs. 8 oz. Excellent condition. There is some grime and light discoloration along the edges where covered by a prior frame. We believe this plaque dates from the very late 19th to early 20th century. There are no visible hallmarks on the rear...

This KPM plaque is believed to depict the lovely and young queen of Prussia, Luise Auguste Wilhelmine Amalie (Luisa Augusta Wilhelmina Amelia), (1776-1810), wife of King Frederick William III. Measures 10.75" by 8.75" and weighs just over two lbs. Excellent condition, with no repairs or restorations. No signature has been found. Original paper label from a retailer in Munich Germany ( Munchen ) on verso...

This is an exceptional silver tea service by Bailey & Kitchen of Philadelphia, circa 1840. This firm operated from 1833 to 1846 when it became Bailey & Co. In 1878 it became known as Bailey, Banks & Biddle. Tea pot measures 9 3/4 x 11 x 6 1/2 inches. Creamer measures 9 x 7 x 5 1/2 inches and covered sugar or waste bowl measures 7 5/8 x 6 x 4 inches. Total weight of the set is 5.85 lbs., 93.6 ounces or 85.3 troy ounces. Overall condition is excellent...

This beautiful Tiffany sterling silver basket weighs 2 lbs. 6.7 oz., 38.7 total ounces, 35.3 troy ounces, and 1098 grams. Measures 12.25" long, 9.75" wide, 3.5" high, and 10" high with handle in upright position. It carries the 550 Broadway mark which was in use from 1854 to 1869, and the holloware style number 1074 dates the piece precisely to 1860-1861. This basket has an oval-shaped bowl with scalloped edge and handle, and both the border and foot is decorated with a chased scroll and lappet ...

This unique vase by Kralik of Bohemia measures 9" high and 10" across and weighs 6 lbs. 8 oz. It has a narrow waist and pinched rim, and features iridescent golden and purple streaks. Excellent condition, with no visible cracks or repairs. No signature. Polished pontil. A similar piece is shown and discussed at www.loetz.com.

This pretty Val St Lambert cameo glass vase measures 9.25" high and 4.5" across. Very good condition with no chips or cracks or repairs. Depicted is a lakeside scene with sailboat and rich foliage. Signed "Val St Lambert".

This wonderful old Fulper chocolate service is in excellent condition with no repairs and no visible cracks or chips. Pot measures 11 1/4" high by 6 1/2" wide. Cups measure 4 1/2" high by 3 1/2" wide. Total weight of set is 8 lbs. 2 oz.