All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1970 item #1133227 (stock #22B3 368)
Thomas R. Curtin (American, 1899-1977) oil on canvas landscape painting of a Stream in Winter. Size: 30 inches x 36 inches. Excellent condition. Circa 1950s-60s. Signed lower left. Thomas Curtin was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and painted in Cape Ann, Maine and then from 1943 in Vermont where he is known for his landscape paintings, and most especially for his winter scenes. He was friends with his contemporaries, John Carlson, Emile Gruppe and Aldro Hibbard...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1800 item #853964 (stock #WD-022)
A rare, large and beautifully carved scholar's item made of huanghuali and carved with flower vases and a censer as the center piece, with the original hardware.The outer frame could be huanghuali or huali. It is unusual to find these wall decorations in huanghuali. Size: L. 86cm. W. 35cm Age: Late Ming, early Ching piece. Condition: No repairs. For serious inquires, I will send photos of the back of the piece.
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1900 item #1461596 (stock #40K08)
'The Temptation of St. Anthony' by Edouard De Beaumont (French, 1821-1888), oil on canvas. Circa 1850s-1860s. Size: 30 inches x 20 inches. Charles Edouard de Beaumont was son of the sculptor, Jean-Baptiste Beaumont, and Charles studied under the artist Boisselier. He was primarily a lithographer but also painted in oils, and founded the Society of Watercolourists in 1879. Offered in an antique gilt wood frame. Signed in the lower left. Painting has been professionally restored and relined.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #1111112 (stock #WA 18-23)
Gorgeous, and hard to find in such condition, this couch and club chair set are circa 1930's-40's. Dimensions: Couch 34"high x 64" wide x 33" deep, seat depth 22", seat width 52". Chairs 33" high x 31" wide x 37" deep, seat depth 22", seat width, 20"
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1970 item #1132770 (stock #22B3 369)
Thomas R. Curtin (American, 1899-1977) painting of Maple Sugaring - Gathering the Sap. Oil on canvas. Circa 1950s-60s. Size: 30 inches x 36 inches. Excellent condition. Thomas Curtin was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and painted in Cape Ann, Maine and then from 1943 in Vermont where he is known for his landscape paintings, and most especially for his winter scenes. He was friends with his contemporaries, John Carlson, Emile Gruppe and Aldro Hibbard...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Contemporary item #1399496 (stock #40J39-103)
'After the Storm, Flint Hill Rd.', Braintree, Vermont by Carolyn Egeli. Oil on canvas. Size: 30 inches x 40 inches. Circa 2018. Signed in lower right. Offered in a gilt wood frame. Carolyn Egeli is a contemporary landscape and portrait painter. Originally from Maryland's Chesapeake Bay region, Carolyn now lives and paints on an old farm in Braintree, Vermont. In her large-scale paintings, Carolyn portrays the spirit of life in rural Vermont...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1424698 (stock #738)

Especially beautiful early Bebe by Schmitt et Fils about 25" ( 64 cm ), has gorgeous facial expression with dramatic eyes and wonderful painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque , original rare early Schmitt body and finally all original clothing !!

Second period circa 1885 / 88 rare Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with pale pressed bisque socket head with gorgeous expression , plump cheeks and deep modeling ! She has womderful blue glass enamel inset eyes with rich threading , ...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1410560 (stock #664)
Rare small Premier Nursing Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru model " Brevete" from France circa 1879 - 85 ...... has generally all perfect condition and was found from a rich privet house at south of France. A nursing Brevete Bebe is very rare to find like her later sister Bru Jne. Teteur and so we are thrilled to could offer you one of the rare Premier Nursing doll´s by Bru Brevete. [[The Bru factory described this Bebe as " .... the most gracious toy ever made to this day .....
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1479915 (stock #1290)
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Let´s your Dreams Come True with this most beautiful Bebe by Emile Jumeau known as " Bebe Triste" or " Long Face Jumeau " made in France about 1885.

The rare model was designed and sculpted by the great French artist " Carrier Belleuse " on commission from Maison Jumeau and is now known as " Bebe Triste " in reference to her sad expression !

Very cute childlike 28" ( 71 cm ) doll which has best quality of pale bisque and painting , pressed bisque socket head with elongat...

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1950 item #1267362 (stock #22B3 502)
Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978) - Mount Mansfield Vermont in winter from Pleasant Valley. Circa 1940's. Oil on artist board. Size: 12 inches x 16 inches. Signed in the lower right. An early diminutive winter landscape of Mt. Mansfield as viewed from Pleasant Valley on the north side by this noted American impressionist. We consider this little gem to be on of Gruppe's most accomplished paintings...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1383236 (stock #336)
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Especially beautiful and very cute all original rare first period Bebe by Schmitt et Fils has round face with dramatic eyes and painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque, original wig and body !!

From first period circa 1882 .....

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1900 item #1032728 (stock #39B14 9170)
Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907) low relief cast bronze portrait of French painter Jules Bastien-Lepage (1848-1884). Size: 14.5 inches x 10.25 inches. Circa 1880...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1452504 (stock #1017)
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20" ( 50 cm ) most beautiful and rare to find French Portrait Bebe from house of Jumeau .......... Emile Jumeau circa 1878 , a rare model of the very beautiful Portrait Bebe with finest pale pressed bisque , stunning eyes and excellent painting on deep modeled socket head .

With very full cheeks and throat , has stunning almond shaped blue enamel eyes with spiral threading , thick dark eyeliner and fine painted long lashes. Her brows are brush-stroked and feathered over mauve - bl...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1424933 (stock #742)

Very rare 10" tiny size premier bisque Bebe by Jules Steiner .... circa 1878 of series C ... with most beautiful light blue eyes , best quality of pale bisque and painting with original fur wig and body !!

Has all complete generally excellent condition and wearing simpley stunning antique clothing !

Rare to find all original condition premier bisque Bebe about 10 " ( 26 cm ) ...... has pretty rounded pressed bisque socket head with stunning blue inset enamel eyes encircl...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1473555 (stock #1243)

From early period around 1882th. a wonderful 15 " ( 39 cm ) French bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils has pale pressed bisque socket head with plump cheeks and very nice expression of deep modeling !

Especially beautiful rare all original early period Bebe has round face called " Moon Face " with lovely eyes and painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque, original body and rsare to find original wearing most beautiful silk outfit ...

Pretty brown glass enamel inset eyes w...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1464112 (stock #1127)

Especially beautiful rare all original first period Bebe by Schmitt et Fils has round face called " Moon Face " with dramatic eyes and painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque, original fur wig and body !!Wearing most beautiful antique outfit ...

From first period around 1882th. a wonderful 15 " ( 40 cm ) Schmitt et Fils Bebe with pale pressed bisque socket head with plump cheeks and very nice expression of deep modeling !

She has gorgeous almond - shaped deep ...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1433611 (stock #843)

Very rare early period bisque Bebe by Jules Steiner .... circa 1875 / 77 ... with most beautiful light blue eyes , best quality of pale bisque and painting , rare two row of tiny teeth in her smiling open mouth , has unusual pate cut . Original body and in all complete generally excellent condition with original clothing !

Special lovely early 17" ( 44 cm ) Bebe has pale pressed bisque rounded socket head with pretty light blue inset spiral eyes encircle of dark eyeliner , nice...

All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1960 item #685620 (stock #WA 14-23)
Unique set of three matching club chairs; stylish rounded backs; great patina; original leather; sit very comfortably. Dimensions 25" deep, 31" wide, 35" high, 19" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1432664 (stock #831)

Especially beautiful and rare expression early Bebe by Schmitt et Fils , has gorgeous facial expression with stunning blue eyes and wonderful painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque , original rare early Schmitt body and finally pretty original clothing!!

From early period around 1882 / 85th. we offer this wonderful 22,5 " ( 58 cm ) by Schmitt et Fils , a gorgeous Bebe with pale pressed bisque socket head with wonderful expression , plump cheeks and deep modeling of pre...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1467008 (stock #1165)

Let´s your Dreams Come True with this special rare find of smallest size 9 Bebe by Emile Jumeau known as " Bebe Triste" or " Long Face Jumeau " made in France about 1885.

A rare model which was designed and sculpted by the great French artist " Carrier Belleuse " on commission from Maison Jumeau and is now known as " Bebe Triste " in reference to her sad expression !

The size 9 is the smallest and rarest size of this wonderful dolls with his so sad facial expression !!

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1930 item #444835 (stock #019)
Anna Althea Hills California Impressionist view of Laguna Beach sunset oil on canvas c. 1925. A beautiful plein air painting by this highly regarded California artist. Oil on canvas signed lower left measuring 10x14 inches framed in a hand carved and 24k gold leaf quality frame overall size 16x20 inches. Provenance; From the estate of Anna Hills stamped on reverse stretcher with the estate stamp and catalogue number in addition attached is an accompanying letter from the Robert Beck Gallery as...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1900 item #1095460 (stock #39B14 9586)
Claude Francois Auguste de Mesgrigny (French, 1836-1884) landscape painting of man fishing in a pond. Oil on canvas. Painting size: 14 inches x 22.25 inches. Circa: early 1880s. Very good condition, having been professionally cleaned, and offered in the original carved, giltwood frame. Bearing the original gallery label of Noyes & Blakeslee Art Galleries, 127 Tremont St., Boston, MA. This painting has descended through a Woodstock, Vermont family, where is has remained since its original p...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1464560 (stock #1134)

Rare 18" ( 47 cm ) all wooden body French Poupee with special beautiful facial expression , all original condition with superb evening silk bustle gown . A rare luxury Fashion doll by Maison Jumeau from France around 1865 with wonderful luxury and elegant presents !!

Superb doll with choise bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate , both in all perfect condition . She has cobalt blue glass enamel eyes with finest painting of long lashes and feathered brows. Close ...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1371816 (stock #264)

The 19,5 " ( 50 cm ) beauty of this gorgeous poupee is revealed by her rarity and special rare face portrait modeling with exquisite bisque , painting and sculpting !!

She is stunningly beautiful with elegant look in her fantastic antique silk evening gown with matching flower bonnet . Has very gentle facial demeanor with hint of smile on heart shaped face with wonderful large blue inset eyes with spiral trading , finest painting of long lashes with dark eyeliner and feathered ...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1481742 (stock #1304)

Especially beautiful rare all original first period Bebe by Schmitt et Fils has round face called " Moon Face " with dramatic blue eyes and lovely painting of finest quality of pale pressed bisque, original wig and body !! Finally wearing most beautiful antique outfit ...

From first period around 1880th. a wonderful 16 " ( 41 cm ) Schmitt et Fils Bebe with pale pressed bisque socket head has plump cheeks and very nice expression of deep modeling !

She has gorgeous almon...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1458462 (stock #1068)

Rare found of wonderful first series portrait Bebe by Emile Jumeau with special rare almond shaped eyes and very delicately painted features of best quality of pale bisque.

Lovely fur wig and original body , wearing superb antique clothing and under garment of. 13,5" ( 35 cm ) all perfect cabinet size by Emile Jumeau .... circa 1875/78.

Stunning Bebe with fine pale bisque quality of pressed socket head with full cheeks. Has pretty almond shaped light blue spiral enamel...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1382417 (stock #329)

Outstanding model of Circle / Dot market Bru´s Bebe from his " Golden Age " in size 7 ..... enhances the very cute and stunning childlike sculpting with implied pale tongue tip , deep modeling , sweet dimpled chin and modeling of brows , very beautiful bisque hands and original Bru kid body .

She is on really beauty circa 20,5 " ( 52 cm ) .......of course her lovely bisque is from best pale quality like her painting , has pale pressed bisque swivel head on original kid-edge...

All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1397458 (stock #WA27-08)
Mustache backed French club chairs are some of the most sought after chairs. Finding a pair in thgis overall condition is becoming increasingly rare. The cushions have been restored using sheephide from the Pyrenees and our color match is excellent. Comfortable classy chairs from the 1940s. measurements: depth-36", width-38", height-29", seat depth-22", seat width-18", seat height-19"
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1372095 (stock #WA26-33)
Rambouillet is a city south of Paris where many International Peace treaties and negotiations have taken place since before World War One. I can only imagine that Rollback beauties like these where used to take a break from time to time with a brandy and cigar. We fully restored this pair using our signature Pyrenees sheephide.They have an even med feeling seat, Circa 1940's originally , restored by us in France using our signature Pyrenees sheephide. They measure:Depth-39", width-38", height-33...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1950 item #1372021 (stock #WA26-16)
We love to tie these amazing treasures to the regions where we find them. This fantastic pair of dark chocolate Mustache Club Chairs were purchased from a private home in the lovely seaside town of Royan, just north of Bordeaux. The have all of their original leather and are in very good overall condition. Circa late 1940's. Looking for a darker pair of these classics?....you found them! They measure: Depth-36", width-36", height-31", seat depth-23", seat width-19",seat height-15"
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #1358277 (stock #WA25-27)
St Tropez Mustache Pair Vintage French club chairs This handsome, light cognac pair of French Club chairs are the quintessential Mustache backed. Highly sought after for their classic lines. All original leather in excellent overall condition. Some wear on the piping and age appropriate scuffing, but otherwise supple and very deep and comfortable.They measure: Depth-36", width-40", height-32", seat depth-24", seat width-20",seat height-15"
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1465524 (stock #1148)

A real collector's dream .... rare to find all original 19" ( 48 cm ) premier Motchman Bebe by Jules Steiner ... simply stunning doll with best quality of pale bisque and painting. Superb facial expression and special find of modeled and painting bisque limps and belly !!

The French doll company by Jules Nicolas Steiner create 1858th. a wonderful and rare to find bisque Bebe inspired by Japanes play dolls at this times . A special beautiful early Bebe called " Motchman Steiner "...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1440594 (stock #905)

Rare 18,5" ( 48 cm ) all wooden body French Poupee with special beautiful " Lily " facial expression , all original condition with superb afternoon costume and all around elegant expression of an luxury Fashion doll from France around 1870

Superb doll with choise bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate , both in all perfect condition . She has cobalt blue glass enamel eyes with finest painting of long lashes and feathered brows. Close mouth with fine accented lips a...

All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1397501 (stock #WA27-36)
Rollback French leather Club chairs, we can't get enough of them. This pair needed the love the William’s Antiks knows how to provide. Completely restored with our signature French Pyrenees hides, coveted for their suppleness, size and texture. This pair hails from the late 1940s. measurements: depth-38", width-36", height-32", seat depth-22", seat width-18", seat height-15"
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1372075 (stock #WA26-30)
Gendarme of course refers to the French policemans hat which is the same as Napoleons classic chapeau. High in the center with a gentle slope that finishes in a crisp point at the corners. I was fortunate to snag this pair at a large outdoor show south of Paris. The competition is fierce at these hugs shows and most chairs have been bought up before I get a shot at them. There are many models that I pass for lack of style, materials used or overall condition. Gendarme are always on the top of o...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1356738 (stock #WA25-21)
Kind of the quintessential French Club Chair , this pair is in very good overall condition. One of the cushions has been restored and the color match is quite good. They sit perfect, the bottoms have been retied 8 way as original with a new jute deck and dust cover. This is the pair and the style that charms everyone! Circa early 1950's, there is very light crazing on the arms as is age appropriate wear. Love that classic caramel color. They measure: Depth-35", width-37", height-32", seat depth-...