All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #365359 (stock #WA010)
Refurbished French Leather Club Chairs - Daniel's Caramel Rollback Pair
A classic club model fully refurbished with a dark amber hue. Thick, supple arms and a deeper pitched rake is typical of the rollback style. Circa late 1940’s.
Dimensions: 34” wide, 34” deep, 32”
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #685592 (stock #WA 14-21)
Beautiful restored pair of French leather clubchairs; classic Paris apartment style; originally circa 1940's; recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 34" deep, 35" wide, 33" high; 19" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1950 item #1362603
Bold and striking long sterling earrings designed by Karl Gustav Hansen for Hans Hansen of Denmark. These earrings are from the 'Future' line of jewelry manufactured by Hans Hansen between 1932 and 1948. They hang 2 3/4" long, weigh 14 grams total and are signed as shown. These were professionally, flawlessly converted from screw backs to posts for pierced ears. The hallmarks are intact. A fabulous Modernist design.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #598533 (stock #WA13-23)
Restored French club chairs; wonderful wingback style; circa late 1940's; 34" wide, 37" deep, 40" high, 24" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1372022 (stock #WA26-18)
William's Antiks
$3750.00
We sold 3 of these and there is only one solo left. We love the front arm detail, it adds tons of appeal to the overall look. It measures:Depth-38", width-35", height-34", seat depth-21.5", seat width-19",seat height-14"
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1089934
Early sterling silver and moonstone cuff links designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). The face of each link measures 3/4" X 1/2". Hallmarks read SILVER BY TONO eagle 17. Links are in beautiful vintage condition. All 4 moonstones are original with no chips, nicks, or cracks. No dents, dings to silver...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #365522 (stock #WA020)
Refurbished French Leather Club Chairs - Petite Rollback Pair
This sweet, simple petite pair in light caramel with brown piping can still accommodate many sizes. Color variation & unusual knobby leather resemble ostrich leather. Perfect for a smaller apartment. Circa 1940’s.
Dimensions: 30” wide, 35” deep, 32” high
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1269031 (stock #matljewearrs)
These Matl earrings dangle from 3 tiers of amethyst and turquoise. The length is 2.25in. long and 1 3/8th inches at the widest point. This pair of earrings have added post backs. The hallmark is safe and untouched. The weight is 28 grams. The necklace and bracelet shown in the pictures are available and sold separately here on my site.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1320528 (stock #HP:GH661)
Minimal design Ghurra with a sitting protector in its middle part , the hands are joined in the Namaste gesture. Superb black glossy patina , obvious signs of use , circa 1950 or earlier, H 27cm , wide 8.5 cm , thickness 3.5 weight 300 gr, Presented on an iron stand. Further information on request.
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1950 item #1478222 (stock #39B14-21927)
William Dean Fausett (American, 1913-1998) large size panoramic landscape painting in the region of the Ekwanok Country Club in Manchester, Vermont. Oil on canvas. Circa 1940s. Canvas size: 22 inches x 68 inches. Signed in lower right. Never before on the market. Nice original condition. William Dean Fausett was a portrait and landscape painter who spent the latter years of his life in Dorset, Vermont...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #491943 (stock #WA058)
This is a rare find! We just had to restore this amazing set of four matching Gendarme Club Chairs. Originally circa 1940's, these beauties deserved a second life. Recovered with our signature winter sheepskin, they offer a deep, full, comfortable seat. Hook a leg over one of these and you will fall in love. We would prefer to find a home for all four together, but are willing to sell as pairs as well. Dimensions: 38" wide, 40" deep, 30" high, 23" seat depth.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #595675 (stock #WA13-07)
Classic wingback style on a smaller scale. Fantastic caramel wing back club chairs with all original leather and excellent overall condition. Circa 1940's; have rare leather-faced cushions. 32" wide, 36' deep, 37" high, 23" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #365523 (stock #WA021)
Refurbished French Leather Club Chairs - "La Dame" Caramel Squareback Pair
Contrasting square back & large rolled arms create a crisp dynamic for this rich amber pair of refurbished club chairs. Snug leather & a firm, comfortable seat.
Dimensions: 36” wide, 35” deep, 30” high
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #596356 (stock #WA13-11)
Wonderful restored pair of high-back chapeau gendarme club chairs. Originally circa 1940's, their warm amber glow, set off nicely by darker piping, beckon one and all. Sure to be a favorite spot in your home. 36" wide, 36" deep, 35" high 20" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1269665 (stock #glyhpbrlc)
Los Castillo design 156 is a revered glyph motif in full repousse. This example is 7.25in. long and 1.25in. tall. The repousse is without damage and shows a rich texture and dimension. The weight is 72 grams heavy. For collectors this one should definitely be on the list to obtain.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1432725 (stock #15275)
Huge, meticulously worked, with such detail and rich presence this Mexican Deco sterling silver bird of paradise is one of my absolutely favorite brooch designs. I have to admit that I really love brooches - I seek them out and try to find the best examples for One Good Eye Silver and it doesn't matter to me if they are "in" or not at the specific point in time. Brooches are classy; they can be delicate and romantic; and they can be bold and beautiful...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #439934 (stock #WA045)
This sumptuous pair of cloverback leather club chars are a rich caramel color. Originally from the 1940’s; expertly recovered by our tapissier in Paris. The best of both worlds – vintage style with modern durability. Dimensions: 40” wide, 36” deep, 33” high
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1950 item #1161979 (stock #40G15-173)
Arthur B. Wilder (American, 1857-1949) still life painting of Fruit and Berries in a Basket. Dated 1941. Oil on artist board. Painting size: 20 inches x 24 inches. This primitive still life portrait of fruit and berries displayed on a table, with a china cupboard partially visible in the background, was probably executed in the artist's home, Wayside, in the hills outside Woodstock, Vermont...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #867872 (stock #WA 16-09)
This rare-to-find sweet treffle, or cloverback, style are restored by hand with our signature sheepskin from the Pyrenees. These versatile chairs lend themselves to antique or contemporary decor. Originally circa 1940's. Dimensions: 36"L x 36"W x 33"H x 22" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1950 item #1376879 (stock #9766)
A Japanese sterling silver inlaid metal cigarette case from the 1940s. This well-made and decorative 4-1/4 x 3-1/4" smoking accessory has black patination and inlaid copper both outside and inside the front cover. It also has black patination and hand incising and tooling on both sides and surfaces. The view is a copper bridge over a stream with mountains and trees in the background...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1278690 (stock #142112lcbrac)
We are offering a very rare Los Castillo Cuff numbered 710 with the old linear hallmarks as shown. Definitely designed by Margot Van Voorhies this bracelet shows off a complicated design that is anything but symmetrical. Each petal of the flower has indentations that are not dents and you will see glare in the pictures. The face front is 1.75in. at the tallest and has a gap of one inch in the back. The diameter is 2 3/8th inches which fits most...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1397475
Playful and fun this detailed pair of silver cufflinks was designed and signed c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Each frog measures 3/4" long. Spratling employed frogs in many designs including bracelets, necklaces, spoons and serving pieces. The links are in beautiful condition with excellent patina and fully hallmarked.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #177322 (stock #T 479)
SOLD. For the collector of the figural and unusual. Possible mark for a Melendez silversmith? Rafael, the uncle of Emma worked for Spratling until 1939. Ethnographic characteristics of ancient figural symbols seen at Mexican pre Columbian sites. Detailed Iguana Lizard adjustable Ring with legs, scales, open mouth and head up so that when worn toward wearer, its head rests on one's knuckle beyond bottom of finger. Presently 7.5 yet can adjust to fit the collector...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #439931 (stock #WA044)
Vintage Moustache-back club chairs in great, original condition. Bright caramel color, with some dark areas. This classic design blends well with any style, from vintage to contemporary. Dimensions: 36” wide, 36” deep, 34” high
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1950 item #963544 (stock #WA 17-24)
Dimensions: 32"L x 32"W x 32"H x 19" seat depth
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...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1361358
This thick, iconic Spratling design was handmade & signed in the early 1940's. The bracelet measures 3/4" high with an interior wearable length of 6 1/2" & weighs a hefty 87 grams. Excellent condition & patina. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. The bracelet is sometimes referred to as the XO design. Phyllis Goddard's excellent website spratlingsilver.com states the design "comes from the Nutall Codex which depicts Mixtec history". Pictured on p. 43 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Ber...
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-...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #443888 (stock #WA050)
This large, deep, low Gendarme pair of club chairs was refurbished by our tapissier in Paris. Hand-tinted coffee brown patina with black piping. Deep, comfortable seats just waiting for you & a good book. Dimensions: 37” wide, 33” deep, 32” high
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1407161 (stock #192808)
This is a very rare Hector Aguilar necklace with 17 wearable inches. The weight is a tremendous 177 grams of repousse. The height is 1 and 6/8th's inches tall for a design with maximum presence. It has excellent movement and lays perfectly. No damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
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 : Pre 1950 item #974300
Hand hammered sterling silver tray designed and signed (c.1940's) by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Tray measures 9 3/4" X 8 3/4". Tray lip is 1 1/2" wide, depth 1/2". Heavy piece at 364 grams, 12.8oz. Fully marked with 1940-46 hallmarks. Hallmarks pictured in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill. Beautiful vintage condition with no dents, dings or repairs. Pictured on the rear dust jacket of SPRATLING SILVER by Cederwall & Riney. Also pictured...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1950 item #1424464 (stock #40H19-3009)
"Northern Vermont" - by Gianni Cilfone (Italian/American, 1908-1992), oil on canvas. Circa 1944. Canvas size: 22 in. x 25 in. Offered in the original frame, with paper exhibition label affixed to stretcher - 'Bethel Inn Exhibition 1944.' Titled: Northern Vermont. Original condition with some craquelure. Gianni Cilfone was brought to the U.S.A. by his parents when he was only five. He later attended the Art Institute of Chicago and also studied under noted painters Hugh Breckenridge and John F....
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1950 item #1020896 (stock #331)
A beautiful original oil on canvas board signed lower left and titled on reverse "Pirates Cove" in excellent all original condition with original frame measuring 20 x 24 inches. BIOGRAPHY Born in Los Angeles, CA on Oct. 1, 1881, the son of Esiquia and Miguel de Villa. His parents came to Los Angeles from Baja California in 1846 when the area was still part of Mexico. Raised in an artistic milieu, his mother was an amateur singer and his father an artist with a studio on the Plaza. Villa stu...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1261187 (stock #HP/GH550)
Impressive sized ghurra, great age, H 36 cm Present on métal stand More information on request
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1950 item #101420
This OIL PAINTING is on BOARD and by the Artist: SAMUEL B. PRATT. American born in 1903 and known for Landscapes, Barns, Ships, etc. This work has a SMITHSONIAN LABEL on the back from an Annual Exhibition of Miniature Painters, Sculptors, and Gravers Society of Washington, D.C. S.B. PRATT is a well listed Artist. From a Virginia Estate date this Work circa 1950. In Excellent Condition the sight size is 3 1/2" X 5 3/8"; 7 1/2" X 9 3/8" framed. Signed lower right: Pratt. jpgs tell the ...