All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486710 (stock #121)
Fine porcelain large bowl with profusely hand painted decorations in traditional Imari colors and motifs. A impressive size measuring 11 3/4 inches in diameter and 4.5 inches high in excellent condition. A fine piece would make a great addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486706 (stock #120)
Fine porcelain cylindrical vase or brush pot circa 1860 hand painted with floral and bird motif. Measuring approx. 11 inches tall and 4 3/4 in diameter. In excellent condition this piece has a Chinese ministry of antiquities export stamp on the bottom. Japanese Imari porcelain was first produced in the Genroku period c.1700 It is characterised by the striking use of underglaze blue, red and gilt, and occasionally green enamels...
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 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 1940 item #480296 (stock #01-204)
This is a classical pair of sterling candlesticks, ca. 1930, with the mark of Redlich & Co., a New York silversmith in business from 1890 to 1946, the company later became part of Elgin. Also marked "cementfilled," "reinforced with rod" and "2071." Condition: one stick has some minor dents at the top of the base. Measurement: 8." h
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #477029
Antique Japanese Dolls, Takeda Samurai Ningyo:

There was a glorious golden era of Japanese theater from the mid to late Edo period (1603-1868) led by a group of puppet ningyo (dolls) plays called Joruri (Bunraku today). The play writer (the first professional one in Japanese history) was Chikamatsu Monzaemon; the stage narrator was Gidaifu and the stage director and business manager/owner was the Takeda family...

All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #474833 (stock #087)
Antique carved wood Buddha Burma circa 1850. Finely carved image of the Buddha seated on a lotus made from a hardwood with a rich deep brown patina. Measuring approx. 10 inches tall in excellent condition. This fine example would make a nice decorative and inspirational piece.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #472126 (stock #79)
A beautiful Large Staffordshire blue transfer ware well and tree platter made by Clews circa 1825. The platter features a scenic view of travelers in a landscape with ruins and a floral border. Measuring an impressive 21 inches by 16.5 inches the condition is excellent but for a minor chip that was successfully reattached (see picture) . It is amazing that there are virtually no knife marks or signs of use for a piece nearly 200 years old...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1900 item #467583 (stock #T 1426)
SOLD. With the look of Arts & Crafts or maybe earlier spartan looking fork pair marked: FOEHR 800 weighing 1.7 Oz or 50 grams in unpolished condition with the tine ends showing cutting marks normal for age. They are 7.5 in. Fancy Victorian ornate monograms appear to be superimposed W & B. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #467300 (stock #1205-0)
This is a spectacular seven-piece continental silver tea and coffee service with tray, the nicest one we have ever seen; ca. 1890, made in Vienna by Klinkosh; of ovoid form and decorated with swirled fluting and scrolling floral repousse; also has fabulous scrolled ivory handles and whimsical stylized lion’s head medallions ending in paw feet...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #450572 (stock #1230)
A Rare Coin Silver Creamer by Obadiah Rich. Rich was a Leading Silversmith in Boston in the Early/mid 1800's. The Creamer is 5.5" high and 6" wide, to the handle. It weighs 8.2 Troy, dates from 1835-1840 and is in very good condition. It weighs 8.2 Troy ounces. There is a monogram "MLB" under the lip.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Textiles : Accessories : Pre 1837 VR item #446495 (stock #T 1373)
SOLD. Circa early 1800s Beige & faded pink woven child's or doll's miser's purse ending in Silesian or Berlin Metal Work tassels and sliders. When doubled it measures a small 3.75"! The 2 sliders have 2 steel 'sequins' missing, not bad for age! Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #446220 (stock #034)
Rare and Exquisite Chinese hand carved and polychrome (painted) Buddha or Kwan-Yin statue c.1840. Carved with the most graceful details from one large piece of wood this epic Temple piece stands an impressive 40 inches tall. In good antique condition some worm damage on the back and base paint and color losses overall. Compartments once sealed in the back now opened were used to store blessed objects such as seeds pearls prayers for the returned grace and blessing of the statue...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Glass : Bohemian : Pre 1900 item #446039 (stock #1256)
A Bohemian Green Overlay and Hand Painted Vase with Gilding and Floral Blossoms. Dimensions; 13" high x 3.5" wide. Circa 1880 and in excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1940 item #436323
This vase is 6" in height.

There are no chips, no cracks, no hairlines and no repairs. This art glass vase is in Excellent condition.

All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1910 item #421179 (stock #1176)
A Pair of S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Tripod Casters for Salt and Pepper, of a Baluster Shape and with a Floral Repousse and Chased Pattern. Dimension, 5.5", weight 5.5 Troy ounces. Small monogram.From the early 1900's and in excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #420091 (stock #1152)
A Victorian White Metal and Glass Centerpiece with a Fan Pattern in the Glass. Late Victorian. Dimensions; 18" wide x 4.25" deep x 6" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1930 item #405098
Japanese chigo ningyo (doll), Kyoto doll from 1920-1940. Chigo simply translates into a “young child” and the distinct hairstyle of this doll is called Chigo-mage. In the old days, there was a custom among the kuge (aristocrats) class families to send their young boys away to temple for early training. The dolls were made in late Edo period (1603-1868) portraying the looks of these young boys...
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 : Metals : Pre 1900 item #394991 (stock #1057)
A Country Primitive Tin 12-Candle Wax Mold; Rows of Four Candles X Three Candles. Dimensions; 10.25" high x 5.25" wide x 4" deep. Condition appropriate to age and use. Mid/late 19th century.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1920 item #386291 (stock #R039)
This vintage enamelware cream pail, or "laitiere" adds a touch of France to any kitchen. A wonderful Provencal blue color with white checks in the Lustacru pattern. Some dings from age & use, please see photos, overall in wonderful shape for its age. Measures approx 10" high.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #384099 (stock #120-05)
This is an elegant set of 12 antique Victorian porcelain plates, ca. 1880, handpainted in an intricate scrolling foliate pattern in rich gold gilt; all plates have an underglaze mark of an eagle over a crown in red; also marked "handpainted" and "Austria." One plate has the mark of Thomas-Sevres-Bavaria, a well-known 19th Century producer of blanks for handpainting; this mark is overpainted on all other plates...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #378920 (stock #308)
A Pair of English Silver Candlesticks from Birmingham, 1915, in the Classical Corinthian Column Style; 4 3/4" high and in excellent condition. The mark is HW, probably Hy, Wilkenson, Ltd. Note that although they are not a set, these candlesticks can be matched with Item number 378917 (our stock number 309)
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #378917 (stock #309)
A Pair of English Silver Candlesticks, in the Classical Corinthian Column Style. Hallmarked Sheffield, 1916, with the makers mark HE (probably Hawkesworth Eyre Ltd.). They are 9" tall and in excellent condition. Note that although they are not a set, these candlesticks can be matched with Item number 378920 (our stock number 308)
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Bronze : Pre 1900 item #373822 (stock #RB001)
A Viennese cold painted bronze figural, mid to late 19th century. Depicts a young girl seated in a chair and playing with a small cat that is on the girl's lap. The girl is laughing at the cat as she plays with a fringed stick that the cat is grabbing. Another cat is located underneath the girl's chair - probably wishing it could be playing as well. This charming bronze is believed to date to the Victorian era, circa 1860's to 1890's. Excellent condition...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1970 item #373187 (stock #WA026)
Stella has been producing Babyfoot or Foosball tables since 1928. This example of the champion model was produced in the mid 1960's. Striking yellow & red color combination & modern design with great graphics. All original playing field of green linoleum, aluminum hand painted players, unique foot & head ball contact action. Telescoping chromed player control rods. Light wear on some painted corners.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : French : Pre 1900 item #365439 (stock #1041)
A Porcelain Inkwell and Stand; Handpainted and Gilt Trim, on a Similar Stand and both Mounted on a Bronze Base, with Handles. Probably French, late 19th century. Dimensions 9" wide x 8" deep x 6.25" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #363740 (stock #985)
A Green Opaline Brass Mounted Inkstand or Standish, with a single well, a Circular Undertray, and a Pen holder in the Bracket arm. Probably French, c. 1890. Dimensions; 5" wide x 6" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #363729 (stock #984)
A Green Opaline Gilt Mounted Desk Inkstand or Standish, with Two Inkwells and Two Pen Holders. Possibly French. Dimensions; 9.5" wide x 6" deep. Excellent condition; circa 1890.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Pre 1930 item #353767 (stock #R038)
This small vintage tin box from France has the most wonderful graphics. The colors are rich & images are adorable. Some minor scratches, wear & dents throughout, but nothing to detract from the charm of this French tinware box. Marked "Ducasse & Guibal", "D.G.", "Nantes" and "F. Vinatie Bordeaux." Measures approximately 6 inches long x 1-1/2 inches high x 2-1/2 inches wide.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #352726 (stock #1031)
A Silver Victorian Lidded Hot Milk Jug, with Ivory Inserts where Handle is Attached to Jug. Hallmarked for London, 1874, with the Makers Mark for John Hunt & Robert Roskell. Bears the Markings for "Hunt and Roskell" late "Storr & Mortimer", the Successor Firm to Paul Storr. John Samuel Hunt was Paul Storr's Nephew by Marriage. Dimensions 6" high x 7" wide, handle to spout; weight 14.6 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : French : Pre 1940 item #351835 (stock #R036)
Marked "Labrut Freres France" on the back, these two unique plates have adorable graphics of children & animals. On one there is a young boy with a dog & a goat tumbling on top of him. On the other is a boy (with only one shoe & sock) walking with a girl & a dog. The plates have a pattern around the rims & are encircled with faded gold. They both have crazing throughout & are browned from age, but have no chips or cracks...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : French : Pre 1940 item #350553 (stock #R033)
Vintage covered terrine from France in a beautiful provencal soft yellow color. In wonderful shape with only a small chip on the underside of the handle, does not detract at all from the charm of this piece. Crazing & wear throughout from age & use. Measures approx. 8 inches long, 5-1/2 inches wide & 4-1/2 inches high to top of handle. Stamped on the bottom with the number "6" & the letter "D" and on the underside of the cover with a "0".
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #350526 (stock #442)
This Heavy Continental Silver Repousse Wine Ewer or Claret Jug Bears a German Mark, Probably from the Mid-19th Century (1850-1870). The Ewer is Heavily Decorated with Repousse Vines, Grapes and Leaves, and Sits on a 5 inch Square Platform Base, also with the Grape and Leaf Decoration. It has an Applied Twig Handle that Joins with the Ewer with a Cluster of Grapes...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1940 item #350056 (stock #R032)
This enamelware match holder or "allumettes" box, circa 1930's, has a lovely rose garland pattern. Definite wear from age & use, areas of enamel are chipped off around the edges & some spots have been painted over white, but this match box still retains its original charm...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #349769
During the Edo Period, there was a time when the puppet play became the most popular form of entertainment among the common people and especially the merchants. They were so popular that Kabuki actors even began mimicking the movement of the puppets.

The era of Ningyo Joruri (puppet play) began in 1684 when Takemoto Gidayu, a narrator, opened Takemoto theater in Dotonbori. Dotonbori has been the "Broadway of Japan" located in the distinctive trading city of Osaka where traders and m...