All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #512491 (stock #175)
Chinese carved malachite figural study of a sage or scholar fisherman seated on a large fish and holding another in one hand. Comes with a sliver wire inlaid rosewood stand. Measuring approx. 2.5 x 3 inches in excellent condition. A fine detailed carving a nice addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1700 item #1205679
Decorated with floral patterns in lustre and blue glaze. Place of origin is probably Malaga. Diameter: 32 cm. Condition: several chips and a 20 cm. hairline. The hole to hang the plate is original.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #691532 (stock #26C10 1962)
George I sterling silver Hanoverian table spoon with rat tail to reverse of bowl and having a pronounced midrib to upturned handle with engraved shaded block initials of the original owners, A over P*A, above a slightly later second set, M*B. London, 1720, by the silversmith Henry Miller I. Length: 7 5/8". Condition: Excellent, with no wear, dents or cracks to the elliptical bowl. Hallmarks are legible, though the maker's mark is somewhat closed from the reshaping of the stem after assaying...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #1245061 (stock #39B78 3221)
Georg Jensen, Denmark, sterling silver pedestal bowl with blossom ladle. Designed by Johan Rohde. Circa 1920. Size: 4 inches ht. x 5.25 inches diameter. Ladle - 6 1/8 inches. Excellent condition with hammered surface.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1970 item #1008319 (stock #328)
Heriberto Juárez Castañeda" This "El Toro" the bull bronze sculpture is by important artist Heriberto Juárez. He's considered one of Mexico's most important contemporary artist. This bronze measures Approx. 9 inches in length mounted on a white marble base artist signed in the work. A great example of this artists work It would be a very nice addition to any collection of Mexican art...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #490613 (stock #135)
A beautiful example with delicate sliver wire enclosure depicting a Dragon on a sliver foil background. Meiji period c.1900 in excellent condition measuring approx. 6.5 inches tall. A masterpiece work of cloisonné art.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #1008307 (stock #327)
A fine Japanese carved ivory artist signed dragon motif cribbage board. In its original fitted box originally sold by Kitashojik K. of Tokyo Japan. Measuring approx. 7 x 2 inches in very good condition some age yellowing and wear to the outside of the box. See pictures.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #578493 (stock #231)
A beautiful Tiffany Favrile art glass large center bowl with engraved grape leaf designs signed LCT Favrile on bottom. A gold color with peacock blue hues accent this ribbed form bowl. Measuring approx. 12 inches across and 3 inches in depth in excellent condition no chips or cracks some minor use wear to center and bottom edge. A magnificent example of American art glass c. 1910.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #1283067 (stock #422fs)
Of cold painted bronze, this sculpture was created by Franz Xavier Bergman (1861-1936) in the Vienna foundry that was opened by his father in 1860. The figure depicts a Chinese Golden Pheasant, and is one of numerous bronzes of birds by Bergman. This bronze is large, measuring 18 1/2" x 8 7/8", and is signed on the tail with the Bergman monogram of a B withing an urn, with "Gesch.5714" above...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #490609 (stock #133)
A beautiful example with hand painted motif of gold fish Tong Zhi period 1862 1874 with date mark on bottom. Provenance: the Sunn collection with fitted silk box and certificate of authenticity.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #626199 (stock #021507-12 )
This is a spectacular Copeland Spode 13-piece ice cream set, bearing the Spode green mark circa 1883-1891, impressed date mark for 1885, and pattern number 3917, an overall blue and white chinz-like pattern...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #548326 (stock #200)
Chinese antique jade and rosewood opium pipe circa 1890. A beautiful example with mottled jade bowl in the shape of a fist pipe damper and mouthpiece are also jade the pipe stem is rosewood. Measuring approx. 14.5 inches in length the bowl 2.5 in diameter. A fine example would make a nice addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #1010517 (stock #m405)
A Rare Signed Candleholder from the workshops of Charles Rohlfs in Buffalo, New York circa 1905. Made of mahogany and brass. Measures about 6 1/2" tall and 7 1/2" across. In good condition, does show some wear and tarnish, top is a bit misshapen. Great look and rare.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486279 (stock #116)
Japanese Arita Imari large bowl or charger Meiji period c.1900. A scalloped edge with beautiful hand painted bamboo and cherry blossom designs artist signed measuring 17 inches wide and 2.5 inches deep in excellent condition no damage, A fine example would be a nice decorative accent for any interior.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #790585 (stock #38B76)
A pair of large-sized Italian carved wood sculptures of angels. 19th century or earlier. Each polychromed figure is made from gessoed wood and is life size. The wings are attached as separate parts, screwed onto the backs of the angels. Their backs are flattened. Each figure is bearing gilded and silvered garlands of flowers and fruits and has silvered and gilded wings and hair...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #565304 (stock #217)
Staffordshire brown transferware platter circa 1830 by T. Heath Burslem England titled on reverse sporting subjects. This beautiful example is in excellent condition no chips or cracks repairs etc. some age discoloration on the reverse. Measuring approx. 16 inches by 12.5 inches.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #1266688 (stock #383ad)
Measuring 12" high (just under 31 cm)this cut glass ewer or claret jug is mounted with silver (800) and has an indistinct makers mark and the silver standard for Germany introduced in 1884, the quarter moon and crown. The interior of the silver mounts are gilt, and there are gilt details on the geometric sections of the repousse design. The designs are cut into vertical panels in the glass, with both diamond point and star designs, each panel below another panel in silver...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #577728 (stock #228)
Gorham Sterling silver art nouveau floral design bowl elaborate monogrammed initials GER in center marked sterling with Gorham mark and number. In excellent condition some minor scratches measuring approx. 5.5 inches by 1.5 inches.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #491590 (stock #145)
Chinese porcelain vase hand painted with the Three Sages of Happiness design motif. Tong Zhi period 1862-1874 in excellent condition measuring approx. 9 inches tall comes in a fitted silk lined box.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #1300555 (stock #26C10 2616)
A rare Georgian silver mote spoon with narrow oval bowl intricately hand-pierced with scroll and cross motifs, attached with an elongated drop to a slender, long and tapered stem with diamond point terminal. Size: 6 1/8" length. Excellent condition with no wear to bowl, and with no breaks or repairs. Stamped at the bowl end of the stem with two indiscernible hallmarks (probably a lion passant standard mark and maker's stamp)...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #781558 (stock #39B14 7691)
Faiencerie de Gien French pottery jug executed in a turquoise glaze, hand pained with floral, bird and insect motifs. Circa: 1875. Size: 8.25" height x 6" diameter. Condition is excellent, with no chips, cracks or restoration. Gien printed tower mark under base.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1960 item #859831
A beautiful A.VE.M. figure made from nero (black), lattimo (white), and crystalo (clear) glass with gold foil and gold powder, this beautiful figure stands 12 inches (30 cm) tall and is 7 1/2 inches (19 cm)wide from her elbow to the tip of her outstretched hand. Wonderful detail in this figure. No chips, cracks or repairs. A.VE.M. sticker to base. Circa 1950's
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #486715 (stock #123)
Fine porcelain large bowl or charger scalloped rim form with beautiful transfer ware design of cherry blossoms. Circa 1900 in excellent condition some minor firing flaws to the underside rim, measuring approx. 12 1/4 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep. A beautiful decorative piece would make a nice addition to any interior.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #596858 (stock #858)
A Sterling Silver Pierced Sugar Basket with a Swing Handle and a Cobalt Blue Glass Liner. Dimensions; 4.25" in diameter and 3" high (5" to handle). It is in excellent condition and dates from the early 1900's.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #638205 (stock #261)
Chinese export Canton porcelain platter circa 1840. A large and beautifully hand painted decorated example in excellent condition no chips cracks repairs etc. some minor glaze flaws bubbles on edge. Measuring approx. 19.5 inches by 16 inches.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1960 item #1142781
Gino Cenedese glass aquarium, design attributed to Riccardo Licata, three dimensional underwater scene created from three colorless glass panels with polycrome fish and grasses. Individual fish range in size from 3.5 to 5 inches (7.6 - 12.7 cm)in length. Dimensions are 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) High, 12.5 inches (31.8 cm) Wide and 2 inches (5.1 cm) Thick. No chips, cracks or repairs. Weight is 20 pounds. Circa 1950.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486713 (stock #122)
Traditional hand painted mandarin figures and floral and butterfly motif. An 19th century example c.1880 a dinner plate measuring approx. 9 5/8 inches in good antique condition some wear to enamels no chips or cracks. A nice addition to any group or a great decorative piece on its own.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1950 item #1056903
Hand crafted of 990 solid sterling silver candle snuffer designed and signed (c.1940) by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar(1905-86). Measuring 14 inches long the snuffer weighs 95 grams, 3/03 oz. Detailed design with silver rope and bead trim. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Marks read HA 990 TAXCO. Insured shipping included.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #1146829 (stock #518)
A fine Tiffany blue favrile art glass vase with beautiful blue iridescent color and stretched glass rim. Measuring Approx. 6 inches tall and 7 inches at the widest point. Signed on the pontil L.C.T. Favrile and numbered. In excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #724144 (stock #39B78 1446)
George III sterling silver oval cake basket with swing handle, London, 1800-1801, by famous silversmiths Robert & David Hennell. This basket is supported on an oval pedestal foot and has reeded decoration on the rims and handle, as well as a band of floral engraving. It is hallmarked with a full set of marks on the inside of the rim and with the lion passant and maker's stamps only on the handle. Excellent condition, no monogram, or repairs. Size: 14.25" length x 9.5" depth x 11" height.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1960 item #1235921 (stock #622)
Pair of Roosters finely cast and intricately detailed life like made of solid sterling silver. Weighing 82 Troy ounces approx. 4 lbs. Measuring 12" L x 7"T x 7"W. Made in Peru.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #579836 (stock #237)
Green Jade carved bat brooch or pin China circa 1900 with a silver filigree backing and pin mount. A fine quality translucent jade the brooch in excellent condition measures approx. 3 3/4 in. or 10 cm. wide. This jade brooch would make a fine addition to any jewelry collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #1051991
Handmade 1930's tin double candle holder designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Stands 6"H X 8 1/4". Applied tin rope and leaf trim. Signed WS TAXCO MEXICO. Beautiful vintage condition. Best known for his sterling silver designs Spratling's earliest work also included tin, copper, wood and weavings. Arts and crafts in design these pieces are rare as very few have survived the years in good condition. Insured shipping included within the U.S.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #1139305 (stock #26C10 2236)
English George III rectangular tea caddy in satinwood veneer. Circa 1790. The front and lid are adorned with oval fan paterae inlaid with harewood and the edges have ebonized stringing. Lenticular bone keyhole escutcheon. The interior dividers have been removed and the box is lined with red velvet. Original hinges and lock. Condition: very good overall with some fine hairlines in the veneer and with two areas of minor damage to the ebonized stringing at the two front corners of the lid...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #1040706 (stock #40F82 198)
Carved ivory okimono of a Japanese peddler with a pack slung over his back and carrying a fish. Probably Meiji period. Fine detailing to his facial features, to the two rats, and to the patterns on his clothing. Excellent condition. Size: 7 inches ht. (excluding wooden stand). Artist signed on under side of base.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1950 item #1034481
Hand carved sterling silver dinner bell designed and signed (c.1940's) by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). 3 1/2" tall X 1 3/4" wide. Mayan design on both front and back. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Fully hallmarked with Spratling's 1940'S mark and STERLING. Featured in the recent museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE and pictured on p. 230 of the museum catalog by Penny Morrill...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #1107921 (stock #WA 1101)
Wonderful framed print from France of the liner LAFAYETTE, Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, 1930 - 1938. Dimensions 20-3/4" x 28"
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #819037 (stock #39B14 7938)
Swiss music box in an inlaid rosewood case with hinged lid and internal glass dust cover; the movement with a 6" brass cylinder playing four Scottish songs on a steel comb. Made in Geneva in the late 19th century. Tunes include: The Blind Girl to her Harp, Bonnie Doon, The Blue Bells of Scotland, and Old Bob Ridley. Excellent condition to the case and to the musical movement which is fully functional, with winding crank, run/stop and repeat/change features. There is some delay when the stop ...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1980 item #1016646
Rounded cube paperweight with sightly irregular surface texture and flat polished top and base, gold foil ball inclusion in center of weight. The ball inclusion visually changes shape dependent upon ones viewing angle. Piece is a cube measuring 2.25 inches (5.7 cm) tall, wide and deep. Condition is very good, there is a 1/4 inch (.6 cm) surface scratch, but no chips, cracks or repairs. Scratches on base appropriate for age. Circa 1960's. Signed Venini/Italia
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #567444
This antique fukusa (Japanese gift cover) carries a message wishing the receiver of the gift a long healthy life. The Mino-game, a long tailed turtle, is said to live 1000 years and is shown here with an imaginary island of Mt. Horai on his back. To the Chinese, Mt. Horai was where all the immortals had lived. The land where no one gets sick or dies. This Chinese theme is treated here again in a Japanese style by including Japanese aspicious motif of Sho-chiku-bai, the combination of pine, ...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #398740 (stock #R041)
This sweet little saltbox is in terrific shape. No chips, cracks or dings, it is ready to use in your vintage-style kitchen. It has a wooden top & measures approximately 5-1/2 inches across, 3-1/2 inches deep & 5-3/4 inches high (at the highest part in the back.) Purchased in the Champagne region of France.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #770780 (stock #26C10 2128)
J. Pouyat, Limoges, France porcelain relish or condiment dish, decorated with rich gilding to the rococo rim and handles, and with a lustrous interior. There is a gilded original owner's initial "B" applied to one side, and the dish is signed on the under side by the decorator with the initials AB and dated 1933, together with the Pouyat stamp. Size: 10.5"L x 4"D x 3"H. Excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or repairs, and with no wear to the gilding.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #511606 (stock #168)
Japanese bronze Ichibana bowl circa 1900 signed with a rich dark patina and relief design of Japanese figures gathering blossoms for ichibana floral arrangement shishi dog feet and elephant handles. In excellent condition measuring approx. 11” wide 8” deep and 3.5” tall.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1950 item #1155122 (stock #541)
A beautiful Verlys glass charger or large bowl with cranes and japanes coy fish signed in the center measuring an impressive 13 1/4inches or 34 cm. in diameter the three dimensional glass moulded with opalescent cranes. In excellent condition a beautiful example of this fine French art glass.

Verlys Glass History

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All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #699832 (stock #BRG 950)
Mt. Washington Glass Works Crown Milano glass cracker biscuit jar of ribbed, melon form in a satin finish with a buff color shading to orange and with hand painted oak leaf decoration. The collar, swing handle and cover are of pewter. Condition is excellent with no chips or cracks to the glass and the decoration is crisp. The cover is Mt. Washington and is stamped "MW 537," however, there is some play in its fitting, and it may be a marriage from another jar. Size: 6.5" diameter x 8.75" hig...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #1200220 (stock #39B71 584)
French silver taste de vin (wine taster). 19th century. First French silver standard of .950. Size: 3.75 inches x 3 inches. Weight: 2.47 troy ounces. Excellent condition, with slight mis-shaping to the bowl. Engraved around the rim - E. HOUET. Stamped with French silver standard marks on the bowl and handle.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #699800 (stock #39B78 1737)
Antique English cut glass claret jug with sterling silver mounts by John Figg, London, 1872-1873. The glass body is decorated with a cut star design. There is a chip to the glass foot ring, which is covered by a sterling silver mount, hallmarked by E.H. Stockwell, London 1872. Otherwise condition is excellent. Matching hallmarks to cover, handle and silver neck ring. Size: 9.5" high x 5.5" across handle/spout x 5" diameter.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #180552 (stock #10171)
This is a magnificent antique Continental porcelain lattice-handled quadrupled ajour basket that would make a show-stopping table centerpiece; having marks in the style of Meissen Marcolini period with underglaze blue crossed swords above a star and one impressed with number 877. The oval body pierced all over with trelliswork, further enhanced with cartouches and heavily encrusted with detailed applied floral decoration on raised feet modelled as white branches; Condition: Restored. Measuremen...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1960 item #1300606 (stock #26C10 2637)
Birks, Canada sterling silver bread tray, c.1950, with shaped edge, in excellent condition, no monogram. Size: 12 3/4" length x 6 3/4" width.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1930 item #1244744 (stock #39C80 9733)
French art glass pate-de-verre bumble bee ring dish by Almeric Walter, Nancy, circa 1920's. Designed by Henri Berge. Size: 3 7/8 inches length x 2 3/8 inches width x 1 1/8 inches height. A boat shaped frosted glass dish shading to yellow and green, adorned with a three dimensional figure of a bumble bee resting on the rim. Excellent condition. Signed: Berge SC. A. Walter/Nancy on inside of dish.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #486274 (stock #114)
German faience stein or tankard 18th century with hand painted Chinoisorie decoration in blue on a white body tin glaze. Mounted with a pewter lid and thumb lift engraved with initals and dated 1795. An exquisite example measuring 11 1/4 inches tall and 4 1/4 in diameter. In excellent antique condition one minor repaired chip on the bottom near base( see photo). A rare and fine addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #1277974 (stock #669)
A fine pair of Sheffield Silver Candlesticks by Mathew Boulton c.1790. Boulton a famed English inventor and manufacturer of fine Sheffield Silver Plate. Each candle stick is hall marked with the Boulton touch mark. Measuring 8.5" T x 4.5"W. in very good condition some copper showing through.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1960 item #860772 (stock #WA0901)
Wonderful vintage mannequin from France; circa 1950's or 60's. Marked "Siegel et Stockman, Paris" on the back; size 46. Linen covered body has some very minor staining and very slight denting on one shoulder & one breast. The top cap does not fit flush against the neck of the mannequin, this is perhaps not the original body for the stand, but it is how we purchased it in France. Nothing to detract from the charm of this vintage dressform. Overall a wonderful decorative (or usable!) piece. Appr...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1930 item #699237 (stock #39B78 1680)
Grueby bulbous body art pottery vase with leaf and bud decoration in a cucumber green glaze by Wilhelmina Post. Impressed manufacturer's mark on underside. Mint condition. Size: 7 7/8" high x 5" diameter.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #780923 (stock #38B95 200)
S. Kirk & Son Co. oversize repousse sterling silver salad serving set with solid silver fork and spoon. Circa 1896. No monogram. Size: 9 1/8" length. Stamped: S. KIRK & SON CO. STERLING on reverse of stem. Condition: No dents, repairs or damage, only some surface scratching in bowl and on tines. Repousse decoration is crisp. Priced much below Replacements.com.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #349035 (stock #R030)
This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" has an incredible design of a bird with flowers, a butterfly and a bee on the top side and another bird with a dragonfly & cherries on the underside. The blue color is quite vibrant, especially on the underside design. There is a very small chip along the rim & a larger chip on the bottom of the foot. Measures approximately 8-3/4 inches across & stands 3-1/2 inches high. Stamped on the bottom with an anchor & R, I cannot make out the rest of the mark....
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #699794 (stock #39B78 2041)
Rookwood art pottery Iris glaze vase decorated with star lilies by artist Rose Fechheimer, 1903. Impressed under base with Rookwood potter's marks. Mint condition with typical glaze crazing. Size: 7.5" high x 4" diameter