Offered is an interesting pair of late 18th Century English brass candlesticks, circa 1780 (see a nearly identical pair on page 185 of "The Brass Book"), measuring a little over 5 1/4 inches in height.
These candlesticks are an original pair, and are unusual in that they have very old, undisturbed patina, and in that they each have working push-up ejector rods - most of the time those ejectors are broken, frozen or missing...
An antique Chinese skinny bench made entirely of Elm wood. Having acquired an antique patina over the years of weathering and loving use, it is sturdy and ready for its next century of function.
Contemporary uses include placement at the end of a bed, behind a sofa or in an entryway for ease of removing ones shoes before entering a home.
Age: 19th Century
Dimensions: 64 1/4" Wide by 20 1/2" High by 13" Deep
An antique Chinese orange lacquer two drawer chest with hinged doors made of a hardwood. The doors and the center separator are all removable. It would make a wonderful room accent piece and function to provide a substantial storage space.
Age: 19th Century
Dimensions: 38 3/4" Wide by 33 1/2" High by 16" Deep
An antique Chinese side table with two drawers. Made from a hardwood, the red with hints of a black lacquer undercoat finish is reminiscent of Japanese Negoro lacquer.
It would make a beautiful altar stand or a useful side stand.
Age: 19th Century
Dimensions: 35 1/4" Wide by 35 3/4" High by 15" Deep
Rare, circa 1860, English walnut tea caddy featuring nice clean lines with its only decoration being the word “TEA” inlaid in sterling silver. The lid is hinged and the interior features two separate rectangular compartments with removable wooden lids for storage. In very good antique condition with expected signs of use with some light scratches, a minor nick to the walnut finish, and a small piece of silver missing at the food of the “T”. Measures 3.5" high, 7.5" long, 5" wide
Late 19th century brass whale oil lamp featuring a very unusual footed base with a delicately decorated edge. Has a chain for which to add a wick trimmer, snuffer, or other accoutrement. A wonderful piece for the collector, it is very good condition. Measures 19" high and 6.5 " square at the base.
Hand carved wood frame depicting the amusements and vices of the 1920's. It includes: dice; a champagne bottle; playing cards; polo equipment; sheet music; a flapper girl and, most surprising of all - a dreidel. How this fits with the other images is a mystery. The dreidel is a four sided top used in a children's game at Channukah.
The frame is hand carved and painted. It is titled Spice of Life. The frame measures 9 3/4" x 12"...
Offered is a scarce and desirable early 18th Century French brass candlestick, circa 1720 - three centuries old now, and still lovely. This piece has good size at about 9 1/2 inches (24 cm) tall. A very similar example is on page 187 of "The Brass Book" by the Schiffers, who note that "this high-domed, faceted, octagonal base is typically French."
The plinth of this candlestick is cast in two parts and seamed (see detail pictures) while the base appears to be spun and raised...
Biedermeier walnut side table from Germany or Austria with drum-shaped top with drawer on tripartite base. Surprisingly sturdy, it dates early 1900's. In excellent antique condition, it measures 18.75 inches high, 13" diameter.
An exceptional ladder back Delaware Valleycahir with 4 slats, original red wash and splint seat, and well developed turnings.
The chair is in excellent original condition and structurally sound. As to be expected there are some losses to the splints. The height is 43", with a width
of 20" and a depth of 18". The seat depth is 16" and 18 1/2" high.
Japanese Edo Period Kazan style bowl
Three elongated light blue plaques mounted in antique brass bow frames with screw-on backs. The plagues measure about 2" wide x 3" high, and are in excellent condition. The brass frames measure about 2 1/2" wide by 5 3/4" tall and are also in excellent condition. On the back of each plague is the impressed WEDGWOOD mark, and each also has the lone letter X impressed...
Pair of Bronze French Candelabras with figures 12” high circa 1840
English Sheffield Plate Tea Service circa 1885 with Tea pot, creamer,sugar, and waste bowl
French 18th Century Dutch style Plate 9”
French 19th century tin glaze decorations spring hand-painted plate 9”
Dutch 18th Century Script Plate 9”
Dutch 18th Century Script Plate, 9” script