Winthrop sterling silver drinks set. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1925. This set comprises pitcher, 6 goblets and tray. The pitcher has curved and tapering bowl, raised foot, scrolled-bracket handle, and helmet mouth. The goblets have conical bowl with tapering stem, and gently raised round foot. Tray Round with narrow shoulder and flat rim. Acid-etched Regency Revival ornament...

Winthrop sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1922. Curved sides and gently tapering shoulder with reeded rim; stepped foot ring. Acid-etched ornament. In well is patera comprising beaded rondel (vacant) radiating leaf-and-dart. On shoulder is band of laurel wreaths inset with flower heads. A great piece in the historic Regency Revival pattern in a hard-to-find form. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no...

Art Deco sterling silver cocktail shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1925. Straight and tapering bowl with curved shoulder, high bracket handle, short neck with overhanging flat-topped cover, and stubby, tapering spout with chained cap. Spare functional design ornamented with tooled bands. Holds three pints of stylish fun. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 20622 (first produced in 1925), and director’s letter m...

Arts & Crafts sterling silver picture frame. Made by Watrous Mfg. Co. (part of International Silver Co.) in Wallingford, Conn., ca 1920. Rectangular window with curved corners in same surround with allover spot hammering; at top plain rectangle (vacant). With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged easel support for portrait (vertical) display. Fully marked including Watrous and International stamps and no. 60. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Frame: H 10 1/2 x W 8 3/8 in...

Desk decorating? Can't duplicate this original Victorian set of large nickel plated newspaper cutting scissors and letter opener with matching sheath in the style of WMF, circa 1900, the handles and sheath of beautifully cast with Art Nouveau style; blades are steel-cut and marked "Schnefel Bros, Germany;" condition: sheath case and handles in excellent condition, some minor nicks; measurement:, 11 3/4 inches in sheath. Letter opener- 8 3/8 in high.

A Pair of Brass or Bronze Candlesticks signed by the maker "Spencer". Similar in style to the work of Robert Jarvie in Chicago. Each weigh over two pounds each. Measure about 8 1/4" tall, 5" across base. Very good condition and quality.

Aesthetic Movement mixed metal copper basket featuring twig and vine bronze handle with a bronze bird perched on the edge. Design on basket is reminiscent of patterns seen on Japanese textiles. An unusual work of art that can be used for fresh flowers when not on display. No condition issues, it measures 7.75" high, 8" wide, and 5.5" front-to-back.

Very rare heart shaped gilt bronze-mounted dresser tray with handmade lace insert. This is the only heart-shaped dresser tray I've ever seen. Marked on the bottom "France."

Origin: France, ca. 1900. Condition: excellent, but could use some cleaning. Size: 10-3/4" x 8-1/2" x 1".

A Very Interesting Sugar Caster from the workshops of the Duchess of Sutherland's Cripples Guild of Handicrafts circa 1910. This is made of hand wrought copper that has been gold plated, based on an 18th century English example in the Duchess's collection. Measures about 10 3/4" tall. Rare example.

This fanciful Art Nouveau style brass desk box was originally made to hold stamps but would be a great place to store a special ring, cufflinks or a secret. Rectangular shaped, standing on four feet, the hinged cover has a centered sunflower surrounded by leaves and vines, two compartments inside, unmarked. Measures 3 in. x 1 5/8 in. x 1 1/4 in. high. Condition is near perfect.

Imagine this little guy hopping across your table providing everyone with salt or pepper! He is intricately detailed all the way down to his feet. His head unscrews to refill salt or pepper. He stands up well and does not wobble. He is marked "800" on his tail and was probably made sometime around 1910. He measures approximately 3" long and 2.5" tall and is in excellent condition.

Lovely Renaissance style gilt copper jewel casket by Jenning Brothers. The interior is fitted with the original blue velvet lining. The center of the lid features a coat of arms. Origin: America. The decorative bottom is marked "JB" with the pattern number "1377". Size: 4.5" long; 3" wide; 2" tall. Condition: Slight rubs through gilding to copper base at corners.

Constructed of hand hammered brass, and fastened together with metal pegs, this vase is hexagon in shape, with wide lip and base. It measures 8" high, 5 7/8" across at widest point, and the base is 4 1/8" across. Signed on the base with a conjoined W W mark, with another line that could be an F. The bottom of the interior of the vase has a thin layer of cement to keep it from tipping. The entire surface is hammered, then additional embossing is added, most linear, with leaf shaped designs ri...

A handsome three-piece gilt bronze desk set by Marshall Field comprising a letter rack, pen wipe and pen tray. Each piece is decorated with intertwined stylized dragons against a ribbed background with a beaded border. The workmanship is very fine. Marshall Field was an active producer of very high-quality metalwares during the Arts & Crafts period. The bottom of the letter rack is marked “Made by Marshall Field & Co. 2 29”. The bottom of the pen tray is marked “MF & Co VIKING”...

Antique Sterling Silver Lady's Money Purse. Description: This a lovely Sterling Silver Money case with three different compartment, one for coins second one for bills and the third for placing a picture. There is a presentation make on the upper left side of the lid. Both lid and the base are hammered silver, and a chain for handling the purse is attached to it. Size: The purse's Measurements are 3.75"L X 2.5"W. Condition: The box is in perfect condition and problem free. keep in mind th...

Pretty German 800 silver and crystal decanter, ca 1910. Curved and faceted crystal body flowing into spread base; acid-etched flowers, leaves, and scrolls. Drum-form neck in silver collar with tooled flowers and scrolls. Silver ovoid and faceted stopper with flowers and scenes of gallantry. Pierced silver border at base with scrolls and shells. Marks include maker’s stamp for Vereinigte Silberwarenfabrik in Hanau. Good condition.

Dimensions: H 12 1/2 x D 4 1/4 in. #BL890

Pair of antique art nouveau bookends depicting a scholar reading in a library. Cast iron with a bronze finish by Judd Co., it is great set of bookends for your office or library. Measures 5.5" high, 7" long, 2.75" wide. Dates circa 1920

German Rococo 800 silver snuffbox, ca 1910. Oval with hinged cover; on top is chased scene depicting a large bird confronting two cherubs with soft chubby bodies and ethereal wings. Probably an allusion to some or other episode in Classical mythology, but can be enjoyed without esoteric literary knowledge. Hanau maker’s mark (Wolf & Knell). Very good condition with deep patina.

Dimensions: H 7/8 x W 2 3/8 x D 2 in. Weight: 2 troy ounces. #BZ256

Set of 3 plique à jour enamel and gilt 930 silver open salts. Made by Marius Hammer in Norway, ca 1910. Each: Inspired by Viking longboat with dragonhead stempost and tail sternpost, and rim comprising warrior’s shields. Stylized plant and geometric ornament. Well has radiating guilloche enamel; each in different color (blue, red, and purple). Oval form for stealthy gliding. Fine craftsmanship and rich colors. Beautiful pieces by this maker, who contributed to the revival of Norwegian art and...

Finely crafted Pair of German .800 silver gilt figural compotes, early 20th century period, each fitted with a later Paragon porcelain bowl, hallmarked. Size; Height of each compote is 6.5 inches with diameter of 9 inches. Condition Report; No imperfections noted.

Tiffany Studios gilt bronze Venetian pattern note pad holder. Marked on bottom: Tiffany Studios, New York, 16910. Fits pad 4 3/8" wide. Measures 4.75ʺ wide × 0.05ʺ deep × 7.66ʺ high. The last photo shows all the pieces we have in this pattern.

Fine antique 800 silver & turquoise European tray, 800 silver marke, late 19th/early 20th century era. Size; Dimensions are 1 5/8" H x 5 1/4” W x 5 1/4” D. Weight: 5 TOZ, No condition issues.

German 800 silver cow creamer, ca 1910. Stocky body, flexed ears, flicked-back tail handle, and hinged and stippled back flap with engraved wreath and applied fly finial. A gentle face with red-glass eyes and gaping-mouth spout. A capacious dispenser on four firmly planted hoofs. German marks and American importer’s mark for Buchholz & Zelt in New York. Very good condition.

Overall dimensions: H 7 1/2 x L 10 x W 3 1/8 in. Weight: 17.5 troy ounces. #BX770

Description: Striking and well crafted Persian hand made silver dish, Decorated in high relief with scenes depicting Archaemennid king Darius fighting mythological beast and also Archaemennid's religious and monarchy's symbolic figures on center surrounded by engraved foliage. The handle is also decorated with leaves and rosebud. workmanship is well. Dimensions: 6"H x 7"W x 4.5"D. This item belongs to late 19th to early 20th century from city of Shiraz in good condition.

An antique German silver mesh purse with pierced frame showing deers and roses. The frame marked with the crescent moon and crown, "800" and a maker's mark. Condition: a tiny hole in the mesh, two links of the chain a bit distorted. Dimension: frame: c. 19 cm wide, purse: c. 18 cm high, weight: 360 g.

A selection of arts & crafts metalware from the workshops of Marshall Field in Chicago. Priced individually from $150 to 395. Inquire for more photos and details.

A fine pair of Arts & Crafts Pewter Candleholders by the noted Chicago Metalsmith, Julius O. Randahl. Signed as shown. Each measuring about 13" long and 6" at their tallest. These are pictured in the book "Chicago Metalsmiths" by Sharon Darling, as shown. Very good condition.

A superb bronze sculpture of a recumbent Setter, patina-ted bronze with slate base. Size: 4-3/4 x 11-1/4 x 5 inches. Condition Report: Great condition.

An exceptional sterling silver hand wrought cigar lighter from Shreve & Co. San Francisco. Heavy globe in organic silver base. Measures about 4 1/2" tall, 2 7/8" across and weighs about 415 grams. Shows a little wear and a couple of dings. Globe has silver mark differing from the Shreve signature on base. Finely hand hammered base possibly a custom piece. Great, rare example.

Italian 800 Silver & Enamel Cosmetic Set featuring a compact, lipstick holder and comb with a emerald green background, from early 20th century period. Measures vary - 2 1/2" - 4 3/4" long. No condition concerns.

Jugendstil pewter dish of trefoil shape, the wedges between the leaves filled with softly modelled violets. The base with three minimal ball feet for the balance. German, c 1900, marked Rein Zinn 95 % (Pure Pewter 95 %) under a crown. Width "6 ¾ / 17.5 cm. Condition: fine, keeping its original oxidized decoration and patina, never polished.

An interesting antique bronze figure, Roman style, possible after antiquity, likely 19th. century AD.

A good bronze, likely of the god Herculas (now missing the club), with fine patina and mounted by way of a brass pin. The mounting is old and the collection whence it came is old too.

We're not certain about the age of this piece so we're selling it as antique but not as ancient.

Size: 19,5 cm.

A Large Tiffany Zodiac Bronze Inkwell. Signed "Tiffany Studios New York 1072". Dimensions; 6.5" across x 4" high. Original glass insert. Circa 1915. Some surface wear.

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. Therefore crafting the hookha's top section became an stage for the silversmiths to exhibit their t...

German 800 silver figural stirrup cup, ca 1910. Cast boar head with flexed-back ears, fierce eyes, funny snout, and fearsome teeth and tusks. Bowl straight and tapering with tooled bands; gilt-washed interior. Marked. Very good condition with nice patina.

Pocket-sized dimensions: H 4 1/2 x W 1 7/8 in. Heavy weight: 5 troy ounces. #BZ597

This is a CONTINENTAL SILVER SUGAR SIFTER with Gilded Bowl. Made of Heavy Gauge 800 Silver the Front has a Pair of CUPIDS atop the Handle, one playing a Flute and the other has Cymbals. The Front is Nicely Decorated with Flowers and Fruit. The BOWL is Gilded and Pierced for Sugar (can be liquid). Length is 7 1/4" and the Bowl is 2 3/8" at the Widest. Marked on the back: 800 with a German or Italian Mark. Excellent Condition and a BEAUTY.