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This fine example of Regency artisanship features a large over sized sarcophagus style profile, lion head handles and structure with pyramid shaped lid, all made of the rare rich and prized dense coromandel wood, sometimes known as Madagasgar ebony, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin coromandel tea box lids inside. The original cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original golden velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" or "cadd...

Attractive Shunzh style porcelain lidded vase from the Qianlong period. Qianlong concentric circles on bottom. Striking color and form. Dimensions: 17" high X 10" diameter.

Finest Hamilton wrist watch is in excellent condition, keeps great time. This superior piece is 14 karat solid gold with 19 jewel Gold Medallion Movement (Hamilton's best finest movement). Strikingly elegant curved Art Deco style case. The crown carries the relief "H" trademark. Circa 1947. This fine rare piece is hallmarked 14K Gold on the back of the case. Inside the case is stamped Hamilton W Co. The movement proudly displays the award winning Gold Medallion Movement inlaid gold cartouche ...

"Lakeside Cottonwoods outside Taos, New Mexico" oil on canvas, signed by Joseph Henry Sharp (1859 - 1953) lower right. Born in Bridgeport, Ohio, Joseph Sharp, was one of the first Caucasian artists to visit New Mexico was regarded as the "father of the Taos Art Colony," and was known for his Indian figure and genre painting as well as for exquisitely colorful landscapes. Dimensions: 19" X 23". His works are exhibited at Houston Museum; Orange Co. (CA) Museum; Butler Museum (Youngstown, OH)...

Beautiful 19th Century leatherbound goldleaf embossed French books for sale by the foot or yard. $139 - $500 per foot, $415 - $1,500 per yard. Perfect for interior design - for that warm authentic look in the study, library, office, family room, living room. Different sizes, shapes, colors of leather make for more texture, interest and character.

Beautifully crafted 19th Century French silver inlaid tulip wood game box features superior chased silver inlay (with "A B" initials), scalloped design and striking birdseye maple interior. Perfect for a jewelry or valuables box. Circa 1880s. Dimensions: 12" wide X 9" deep X 3" high.

Striking unmatched quality in execution, style and materials this remarkable piece demonstrates the superlative excellence only matched by the two verified Neo Grec Alexander Roux pieces in the Metropolitan Museum and the Munson-Proctor-Williams Institute. French born cabinetmaker Alexander Roux (1813–1886) produced some of the finest American furniture in his New York facility. Note the finest artisanship in the details including the exquisite mounts (see photos of this piece and the photos...

“Breakers”, Oil on canvas - Singed. Anton Gutknecht (1907 – 1988). This piece, large (a full 4 ft. X 2 ft.). Mr. Gutknecht a listed Artist, was born and died in Dusseldorf, Germany. He studied in Dusseldorf, Munich, and Hamburg, and instructed for many years at Vienna's Royal Academy before moving to southern California where he settled for sometime. Gutknecht traveled extensively over the world, painting a wide variety of subjects. His works have won prizes in international competitions i...

Striking outstanding example of the one of the best American cabinet makers - Pottier and Stymus inlaid rosewood cabinet. Dimensions: 51" high X 63" wide X 22" deep.

"Mauna Loa" watercolor on paper, signed by David Howard Hitchcock lower left. Dimensions: 21" X 16.5" without frame. Less iconic Hitchcock pieces have sold for over $80,000.

Striking French blue guilloche sphere jewel box. Circa late 1800s. Dimensions: 2" high X 2.5" around.

Own this fine piece of American history. Fully vetted provenance from the University of North Carolina, this genuine authentic hand carved mahogany antique poster and canopy bed made in the late 1700s came from the Yancy Plantation in Georgia. This piece featuring tobacco leaf and rosette motifs carvings on the posters and grand canopy was made by the plantation slaves over 200 years ago who are proudly recognized for their outstanding quality artistic craftsmanship the world over. It has bee...

Outstanding late 19th Century Japanese Meiji ebonized lacquer wall plaque with eight extensive, detailed carved stone and ivory figures. Approx. dimensions: 36" high X 72" wide. Circa 1890s.

This rare museum quality master-crafted and detailed English Aesthetic Movement Sideboard was designed and signed (see photo of hallmark) by Charles Mills, famous cabinet maker of Bradford, England. Featured in this amazing rare historic piece are finely executed Nature motif inlaid panels, deep three dimensional hand carved Nature scenes, six hand carved Owl finials and supremely chased custom made aesthetic themed drawer pulls, locks and decorative accoutrement bronze hardware. This important...

Monumental San Ildefonso Pueblo pot by world renowned potter Carmelita Dunlap. Dimensions 12 inches tall by 14.5 inches in diameter. Good original condition. No damage or restoration. Circa 1070's-80's.

A Finer specimen of true English Regency artisanship you will not find than this elegant mahogany side table that converts to a game table. All fully functional original hardware - brass hinges and casters. Burl sides and base, deeply fluted burl pedestal, matching stylized finials up from the base and down from the table top. the side table top at 18" depth swivels and unfolds to open to a full 36" X 36" gaming table top. Circa 1815. Height 29", width 36". Depth 18" increases to 36".

Turn of the Century Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Solid 14K White Gold, Jewelry. Composition - solid 14k white gold,Primary Stone - genuine natural diamond, Shape / Cut old mine cut - approx. 6.81x6.37x3.99mm, Color / Clarity - I/ SI2, Stone Weight - 1.02 carats, Rise Above Finger - 8.2mm, Band Width - 1.8mm tapering to 1.3mm, Total Ring Weight - 3.1 grams. Ring Size - 5.75. (Measurements approximate).

Antique 19th Century Mahogany nine chime tube Grandfather Clock with Elliot movement. Includes three different chime tunes – Westminister, Whitington, and St. Michael, silent and chime settings, and a 29 1/2 day hand painting moon dial. It chimes on each quarter hour and strikes the hour. Face is signed Smith Patterson. The nine chime tubes are all signed "Waltham Clock Co.". The artistically hand carved mahogany case has a beautiful carved top bonnet. The sides of the hood and case feature ...