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100% genuine authentic Antique Victorian mother of pearl and solid gold fountain pen and original case. The beautifully hand carved shaft is made of iridescent rich solid mother of pearl. The gold is finely chased with a Victorian pattern and signed H. M. Smith & Co. New York No. 2. Tip size #2. 6 inches long. Circa 1865.

Antique rectangle slate ink stone with finely carved dragon on fitted lid. Dimensions: 8.25" X 4.5".

Enrich your life with this romantic elegant beautifully crafted rococo style French complex detailed hand chased gilt bronze and hand painted porcelain mantel clock made by the famous French clock maker Vincenti & Cie. The French movement is of very high quality and has the Vincenti et Cie clockmaker's hallmark on the eight day twin train movement backplate “Medaille D’Argent Vincenti & Cie 1855” - see photo. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully serviced by our...

“Mountain Lake”, 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 competiti...

Elegant Cartier travel clock with alarm, features folding signature “C” legs and beautiful inlaid malachite stone, two sapphire crowns, face signed “Cartier Paris, back signed Cartier Paris, 7507 14736 swiss made. This fine precision work of art has been cleaned and gone over by a Master Clock Maker. It is in good working order and keeps great time. This piece is all original and authentic – nothing has been restored. Circa 1980s. Dimensions: 3’ X 3” X 1”. This piece retaile...

Artistically executed 19th Century Raj pierce carved rosewood high back Anglo-Indian chair. Dimensions: 48" high X 16" wide X 20" deep.

"Wood's Hole Harbor" oil on canvas, signed by Roger Hayward (1899 - 1979) lower left. Dimensions: 8.20" X 18". This piece displays Hayward's outstanding talent creating the visceral feel of water. Hayward graduated from the Boston Institute of Technology, moved to California while working as a successful architect designer he continued to paint. He exhibited his works at the WaterColor Society; Bartlett Gallery of Los Angeles; Hatfield Gallery of Los Angeles; and the Pasadena Museum. Rog...

Antique Chinese Mah Jong set, made circa 1920s, that is complete and comes in a finely crafted rosewood box featuring exquisite dovetail joints, artistic brass accents, twin brass handles, sliding rosewood front door and 5 drawers. Featured are 149 bamboo backed tiles including extras and blanks, a drawer full of playing sticks, 7 disks and a ring. Dimensions: approximately 6.25” high X 7.48” wide X 7.6” deep. Comparable Mah Jong sets for sale include: $298 for - China-Cart.com : Chinese...

Large framed and artistically crafted 19th Century Ottoman Turk textile bocha featuring beautiful gold and silver thread embroidered velvet from Aleppo, Syria. Condition: good condition commensurate with its age – slight tears near one boarder (see photo), otherwise good condition. Quality frame includes two full solid panes of glass and 22 carat gold leaf finish. The frame alone would cost from $1,200 - $1,900 to replace. Circa late 1800s. Dimensions: Textile: 42” X 42”, frame: 52�...

Antique leather book "Illusions" Balzac in French 1876 6.5" X 4.5"

Deep and finely worked chasing decorate this special Japanese Meiji bronze jardiniere. Features ornately detailed carved dragon head handles as well as motifs of mythical phoenix birds of good fortune and connection the creative force of Earth and Nature. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 10" h. X 16" w. X 12" d.

This Beautifully decorated 19th Century Tokugawa Period antique Japanese gilt lacquer Kyodan noble bride’s vanity case and stand features the groom’s family crest (see photos). Circa 1860s. Dimensions: box 11.25” X 11.25” X 11.25” - base 11.25” X 11.25 X 3” - top stand 15” X 2.5” X .5”.

19th Century Ethiopian ceremonial conical leather hand Warrior Shield. This fine piece is much more rare with elaborate unusual features including a multitude of rare artistic extremely fine gold gilt bronze filigree scroll work appliqués (see photos for minutely delicate and complex arrays), gold thread decoration, encrusted with over 180 multi-colored colored faceted glass stones in the divine geometric expression of concentric circular and triangle motifs over a gold velveteen cover with gi...

Rare Russian champleve 19th Century crystal regulator clock with French L'Marti & Cie time and strike two train movement. Outstanding example of superior Russian artisanship in the champleve case and rare matching champleve mercury pendulum. Garlanded Roman original floral centered face. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: Clock: 18.5” h. X 8” w. X 8” d. Lesser similar clocks sell for over $9,500. Runs great. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an authentic artistic master clock with rare Russian...

“Coastal Bloom” Oil on canvas, signed by James Arthur Merriam (1880 – 1951). Born in Canada, famous listed artist James Merriam began his art career in Detroit, Michigan in 1897. He became a leading plein air painter in the California School with subjects including deserts, missions, Yosemite, Monterey, the High Sierra Mountains and Arizona deserts. Merriam settled in Los Angeles in 1920 where he continued his prolific career and remained until his death in 1951. Strong demand for Merr...

French hand-painted porcelain portrait of a woman in carved wooden frame. Dimensions: 8" X 6.5". Circa 1890s.

Beautifully crafted 18th Century handmade copper ewer with pewtered finish from Kashmir. Circa 1780s. 12" h. X 9" w. X 8' d.

Distinguish yourself. Own an extremely rare example of the very best; this late 1920s Patek Philippe Gent’s hinge-back rectangular “bombe” 18 karat white gold wristwatch. The signed movement # 815849 confirms its creation date squarely prior to 1930 and after 1925 (see photos of Ehrhardt DeMesy Patek Philippe Guide). Lever escapement calibre 8L 85 round manual wind anti-magnetic 18.16mm – h. 3.1mm. The 18 jewel movement, a true miracle of technical artisanship is no larger than a thum...

No one else will have anything close to the statement of civilized, refined and cultured masculinity of this 200 year old rare piece. Genuine rare early 19th Century English Regency rosewood humidor converted from a period teapoy made by finest of cabinet maker artisans in the 1820s. In England, the wealthiest nation in the world at the time, an important way successful gentlemen expressed their refinement and excellence was in their tea accouterments, specifically tea chests. The very well t...

Rare graceful curvilinear antique 19th Century ormalu mounted mahogany marble top table in the stylish kidney shape by Paul Sormani. Circa 1860s. Dimensions: 30”high X 27” wide X 18” deep. Galleried kidney shaped period specimen marble top over ormalu mounted mahogany structure with drawer, shelf, subtle cabriolet legs and ormalu claw feet. Paul Sormani (1817 - 1877), one the most important cabinetmakers of the 19th century, was born in Venice then moved to Paris and became the award wi...

Egyptian female bust. Ptolemaic copy of an 18th dynasty original. Medium: Basalt. Circa 100-50 BCE. h. 3 1/2" w 4" d. 6".

This fine example of Regency artisanship features sarcophagus style profile and structure with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin brass inlaid tea box lids inside. Includes cut crystal mixing glass in the center. Condition: The piece is in good condition for the age. The top lock tongue is missing and there is no key. The inside of the lid boasts original blue velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became p...

Artistically executed 19th Century Raj pierce carved rosewood high back Anglo-Indian chair. Dimensions: 48" high X 16" wide X 20" deep.

Finely executed inlaid rosewood music cabinet with music from the late 19th Century. Dimensions: 46" high X 18.5" wide X 16" deep.

"Seeufer" (Lakeside) oil on canvas, signed and dated by Helmuth Macke (1891 - 1936) lower right. The accomplished German Expressionist displays his vision and feel for color here. Circa 1921. Dimensions: 15" X 11.5" (not including frame).

Antique French beveled glass and brass regulator clock: Baccarat quality beveled cut glass front, sides and back, original dial, brilliant excellent condition enamel with arabic chapters and mercury pendulum. Works signed Made in France serial number 9555 44 - Japy Freres hallmark. Original Japy Freres high quality 8 day time and strike two train movement striking on the hour and half-hour. Medallion of Japy Freres Gde. Med. de Hounneur. Runs perfectly, keeps excellent time. Good condition. Ke...

Antique Leather books "Roman av August Blanche" Flckani Stadsgarden. Publish 1927 10 Volumes. 7.5" X 5.25" each.

Striking French Mantel Clock, exquisitely crafted and chased, gilt and patinated bronze allegorical case featuring Jove’s Bull and female divine tenders, enamel dial with Roman numerals and outer Arabic date numerals signed “Brindel à Paris”, two train eight day movement with classic period count wheel. Circa early 1800s. Dimensions: 28” high X 23” wide X 11”deep. Strong demand for such fine pieces is demonstrated by sale prices of pieces similar in quality, style and age such a...

Vintage hand carved and hand painted wooden duck decoy attributed to G. Nelson (unsigned) Dimensions: 10" X 4.5" X 3".

This fine Japanese nihonto katana displays remarkable craftsmanship, the Master swordsmith artistry and signature (see photo) of Geishu Ju Fuyu-Hiro of the early Edo (Shinto) period (1603 – 1868 CE), second son of Jakushu Fuyu-Hiro, from the area around Hiroshima. Made circa mid 1600s. Dimensions: Nagasa: 26.500”, Nakago: 8.875”, Mihaba at Ha-machi: 1.188”, Sakihaba: .875”, Kisane at Ha-machi: .250”, Kisane at Kissaki: .188”, Sori: .750”. Forging Pattern: Itame (wood grain)....

19th Century antique German tall case clock. Runs well, keeps great time. It has been cleaned and gone over by a Master Clock maker. Eight day movement is in excellent condition. 97" high X 21" wide X 12" deep.

"Warming Beach" Oil on canvas - Singed. Anton Gutknecht (1907 – 1988). This piece, large (a full 4 ft. X 2 ft.) and sweeping in scope makes you feel as though you are right there on the sand. 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...

Grand antique Japanese Meiji oversized Art Nouveau, (the most expressive, short lived and extremely rare period of the Meiji era) bronze vases, display the finest quality chasing in their depictions of song birds and Nature's beauty with sumptuous period brown patina. Dimensions: 30" high X 16" diameter each. The comparable single Japanese Meiji Vase Lot # 36 sold at Christie's South Kensington, London on May 18th, 2012 for $51,109.

"Saloon" watercolor on paper, signed ane dated 1946 by Hugo Robus (1885 - 1964) lower left. Dimensions: 825" X 10.25". Robus, a painter and sculptor, a leader in Modern Art and Cubism, studied at the Clevland School of Art, National Academy of Design in Kansas and the Academie de la Grande Chaumiere, Paris. Robus similar painting works have sold for over $47,000.

pre 1920 Two hand painted and relief carved antique Chinese barrel/drum (tables) - include gilting. Dimensions: Larger barrel - 17.75" high X 14.25" diameter. Slightly smaller barrel - 17.50" high X 14.1" diameter.

Masterfully decorated 19th Century Moroccan straight long dagger displays the special mixed artisanship of Moorish, Arabic and Berber cultures. This long knife includes a highly skilled decorated chased scabbard, hilt and the pommel masterfully intertwines detailed metal work with wood base. The market price for this piece is $4,000. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of cultural history at a great value. 22” Long with scabbard, 21” without.

"Fight of the Century" iconic oil on board painting of the the come back knockout victory of Joe Louis over Max Schmeling in 1938, signed by Arthur Smith (1897 – 1972) lower left. Dimensions: 24" X 18" not including frame, 28.5" X 22.5" with frame. Arthur Smith from New York, famous leader in the Socialist Realist genre, painted for the Federal WPA Program in the 1930s and 1940s and was also an illustrator for The Ring boxing magazine. This particular painting looks like the historic 1938 ...

Carved by Master Meiji cabinet makers this Japanese dragon bench made of Kiyaki wood is sublime. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 53" wide X 48" high X 26" deep.

Important beautifully and deeply carved Charles II Oak sideboard. This fine rare piece displays outstanding baroque style craftsmanship in its depiction of noble homage to Queen Catherine and the celebration of the Restoration of the Monarchy (titled: "Anno 1660) as well as noble countenances, richly bosomed women, nature's bounty and Bacchun faces. Circa 1840s. w. 72" h. 69" d. 24".

Two massive 19th Century French Classical hand carved sandstone alagorical sculptures – one of Poseidon with trident and dolphin and one of Dionysus with infant Satyr and grapevine. Dimensions: 6’ 10” high X 23” wide X 23” deep each. Condition: Comensurate with age. Each of the the sculptures has cracks (see wrists in photos). Celebrate the blessings and foundations of civilization with these patron deities.

Koi have traditional attributes of good luck and success in the Japanese culture. This massive (over 5 feet long) Koi bell or Mokugyo is masterfully carved out of one enormous trunk of Teak wood. To achieve the divine (Third Chakra) chime resonance confirmed and blessed by a Buddhist monk, the belly, mouth and the ball in the mouth were precisely carved to exacting specifications (see photos). (The wooden fish is one of the most important Dharma instruments that leads and controls morning and ...

“Abend von der winterlichen Jagd” (“Evening of the winter hunt”), Striking turn of the Century Troika oil painting on board, signed lower left Fritz Van der Venne – Munchen, the famous troika painter from Munich Germany. Condition: Paint craquelure prevalent, color maintained. Strong demand for Van der Venne works is demonstrated by such whole sale dealer auction prices as $4,056 for “Homecoming from Hunting” Lot 152 Van der Venne oil on canvas at Palais Dorotheum, Vienna, Austri...

Two striking Master period paintings. First, “Morgen Fuchsjagd” (“Morning Fox Hunt”), Beautiful turn of the Century oil painting on board, signed lower left Fritz Van der Venne – Munchen, the famous outdoor painter from Munich Germany. Seal inverso of the Adrian Brugger Munchen gallery numbered 840. Condition: Paint craquelure prevalent, color maintained. Second painting: “Abend von der winterlichen Jagd” (“Evening of the winter hunt”), Striking turn of the Century Troika oil p...

Finely executed pair of Chinese carved green quartz ducks. Dimensions: 4.25" long X 3" high X 2" deep each.

Beautiful, signed (lower left corner), "Shepherd's Pause" pastoral landscape oil painting of a shepherd and his cattle by leading 19th Century Dutch artist, Albert Jurardus van Prooijen (1834-1898). This piece came from the Fry Estate of Pasadena, California. Works by Albert Jurardus Van Prooijen are on display in the world famous Groninger Museum in the Nertherlands. Van Prooijen studied at the Art Academy 'Minerva' School for Fine Art & Design at the Hanze University Groningen in Gronigen, N...

Own this classic understated elegant, iconic timepiece. One of the first of this epic model, this exceptional, special, rare, 1950s vintage 18K Gold Vacheron Constantin Patrimony wristwatch is a statement of excellence. Since 1755, Vacheron has been one of the finest watchmakers in the world. The Patrimony by Vacheron Constantin was introduced in the 1950s, still the thinnest mechanical watch in the world, at 5.25mm. See photo - the movement is virtually just as thin as the watch band. Chos...

Large striking Napoleon carved marble pedestal features the Imperial "N" and finely executed lion heads and cherubs. Circa 1800s. Dimensions: 46" high X 14" wide X 14" deep.

Large 19th Century French carved wood aviary features gilt wreaths, faux marble floor and ceiling, gilt Persimmon and urn finials (Persimmons are considered "the divine fruit of Zeus" - symbolizing abundance and good fortune.) The stand is a patinated stylized wrought iron. Dimensions: 85" h. X 38" w. X 38" d.

Quality, genuine, certified authentic, Hand Made Wool Turkish Carpet. 8 1/2' X 5' 4". c. 1950s.

Finely crafted American Victorian walnut stand with marble top. Accented gold and black. 30" h. X 15" diameter

Chinese vase features floral and bird motif. Double concentric circle signature on bottom.

Own this symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword likely from the Tenmon Period (1532 - 1555) of feudal Japan. This tsuba displays beautiful artistic craftsmanship in its dipictions of butterflies on front and back of the hilt (see photos) Circa 1550. Dimensions: 3 1/8" X 3".

Finely fashioned walnut American Victorian sofa made by the famous John Jelliff, features his trademark face carvings and sylized accents. Circa 1890. 48" h. X 80" w. X 34" d.

Beautifully carved gilt wood frame. Dimensions: Exterior - 50" X 38" X 3" . Interior - 44" X 30" (interior diagonal 54").

Antique Victorian rosewood and inlaid octagonal centre table with a plaque to the underneath JAMES SHOOLBRED & Co/TOTENHAM HOUSE/TOTENHAM COURT ROAD/LONDON. James Shoolbred famous for fine furniture since the 1880s exhibited his pieces at the Paris Worlds Fair in 1883. Dimensions: 30" high X 48" diameter.

A striking and elegant fine example of the melding of Romantic Period Art and genius engineering, this antique French ormolu figural clock features a two train, eight day time and strike silk suspension movement signed hallmarked "Burton Paris" and beautiful sounding fine French silver bell which strikes on the hour and half-hour. It Runs great, keeps perfect time. The movement has just been cleaned by a Master clockmaker. The period of French Romanticism (circa 1790 – 1850) runs throughout t...

Attractive Shunzhi (1643 - 1661) porcelain lidded vase. Striking color and form. Dimensions: 17" high X 10" diameter.

Carved wood antique Santos made in South America circa 1890s. 13" h. X 7" w. X 3" d.

Rare, hard to find, Genuine Harley Davidson "Billings" style distressed leather riding jacket. Two zippered side pockets with braided detail, two large "HD" chest pockets, custom side gatherings and buckles, all zippers and snaps fully functional. Pre-owned - Good condition, like new, from smoke free environment. Size: XL (Mens).

Exquisite Chinese green agate bowl. Dimensions: approx. 4" diameter X 2" high. Precisely and elegantly executed piece.