All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1950 item #180867 (stock #10171)
This is a pristine Bavarian porcelain tea service in the EMPRESS pattern, variously marked Schumann-Bavaria and hand decorated with Deutsche blumen and gilding; includes a tea pot, creamer, and covered sugar. Mint condition. Measurements: tea pot, 7 _ in. H; creamer, 4 _ in. H; and sugar, 4 _ in. H.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1910 item #138539 (stock #g2b)
This estate piece is a Vienna ruby-ground porcelain charger, late 19th/early 20th century, bearing the blue beehive mark, impressed "247" over "3"; all hand painted, depicting the goddess Diana within a raised gilt surround and foliate rim, base inscribed "Der Tragdrug der Diana". Condition: is excellent; Measurements: 14 in. wide. FSA:P&G
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #138152 (stock #g2)
This is a beautiful pair of Vienna cabinet plates,19th Century, each having a border with maroon colored panels painted in cream and gilt foliate with a center figure, one entitled "Aphrdithe die Schafe, Des Paris Nelident?", the other "Sartiere" with impressed mark 247, S, overglazed blue shield mark in near excellent condition, minor scratch to one, miniscule flake to the other Measurements: 8 1/4 in. diameter
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #138580
This estate piece is a lovely Dresden cream-ground vase and cover, 19th century, of fluted cylindrical form; bearing the Dresden mark; entirely hand painted with chased gilt-enriched grapeleaf and foliate panels and medallions in shades of claret, pale blue, pale pink, green and royal blue; the cover decorated with a seeded and chased gilt Greek key border and a chased gilt finial; the inside of the vase having scattered gold cloverleaf design...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1800 item #144014 (stock #04-29-05)
This is a Berlin porcelain coffee can and saucer, ca 1770-1800, with sceptre mark in underglaze blue; can and saucer each decorated with a central cartouche of classical figures surrounded by gilt borders; faint gilt loss on rims; 3" high.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1950 item #180870 (stock #10172)
This is a Bavarian porcelain coffee pot in the EMPRESS pattern, marked Schumann-Bavaria and decorated with Deutsche blumen and gilding; Mint condition. Measurements: coffee pot, 9 7/8 in.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #1082135 (stock #1234)
A 19th century pottery Mettlach stein with blue, ivory, grey and white colors. Of quarter liter volume and intended for use with wine (judging from grape and vine decoration throughout.) Four decorative panels in arches on the mug - three with a different imbibing figure on each and the fourth, under the handle, with large grape and vine decoration. Grape and vine also in a band above the arch separate panels...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #138582 (stock #g2d)
This is an unusual Vienna ruby-ground tea canister, late 19th /early 20th century, signed "Kruzka", bearing the blue beehive marked and inscribed "Sapho"; hand painted with a rectangular cartouche of the goddess Sappho in an elaborately chased gilt surround with similarly decorated rectangular cartouche of putti; also decorated with chased gilt medallions of birds and foliate scroll. Condition: slight gilt wear, Measurements: 6 in. H
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1910 item #171353 (stock #234)
A Dresden Footed Center Bowl by Von Schierholz Porcelain Manufactory of Thuringia, Germany. From the early 1900's. Dimensions 12" 5.5" x 4" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #136694 (stock #270)
A Royal Vienna Porcelain Urn. Height 13", condition excellent.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Pre 1900 item #186753 (stock #690)
A German Bisque Grouping of a Courting Couple Perched on Rocks, on a Green and gilt Base. Dimensions 8.5" x 5.5" x 9" high. Late 19th century and in excellent condition. It is marked on the base, but it is not identifiable.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Italian : Pre 1920 item #179793 (stock #5146)
This is a very fine Capo Di Monte dinner plate, first quarter 20th C, underglaze blue crown and "N", centered with a polychrome heraldic crest and elaborately molded with brilliantly painted classical figures highlighted with gilt; 10 5/8" diam., excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Italian : Pre 1837 VR item #174255 (stock #647)
An Early Capo di Monte Jewelry Box or Coffer, with a Lidded Cover. The Hinges, Clasp and Borders are of Bronze. The Scenes Depicted are Mythological. The dimensions are 8.25" wide x 5" deep x 5" high. It dates from 1820-1840 and is in excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Italian : Pre 1920 item #179799 (stock #05-14-08)
This is a group of four Capo Di Monte dessert plates, first quarter 20th C, underglaze blue crown and "N", centered with various polychrome heraldic crests and elaborately molded with brilliantly painted classical figures highlighted with gilt; 6" diam., excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Italian : Pre 1960 item #965711
Piero Fornasetti porcelian dish of the advertising poster for Arturo Toscanini's Concert at La Scala. The dish is gold trimmed and measures 5.25 inches (13 cm) wide and is 8.5 inches (22 cm) and 1 inch (2.5 cm) in height. There is some wear to the gold trim but there are no chips, cracks or repairs. This is an original Fornasetti not a later Rosenthal re-issue. Marked on back with Fornasetti Logo, FORNASETTI-MILANO/MADE IN ITALY, followed by a small gold letter "P". Circa 1951
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1900 item #71310 (stock #z1000)
This is a Russian enamel "Cup of Sorrow" dated 1896 having the Imperial crest of the double headed eagle commemorating the Coronation of Czar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Fedorovna and ultimately resulting in his overthrow. This cup is in overall good condition but does have some rust spots along the rim and base. It is approximately 4 1/8 in. H
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1930 item #268271 (stock #R015)
This sweet enamelware pitcher stands approximately 8 inches high & is a wonderful pale green color swirled with white. Some minor rust spots and a small ding on the handle, but nothing to detract from its overall charm. French, circa 1920's.
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. Marked on the bottom, "Ste Austria, B. Freres" this pieces was made in Austria for the French market. Measures approx 5-1/2 inches across, 3 inches deep & 7 inches to highest point...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1930 item #268322 (stock #WA004)
This pair of enamelware cannisters have a very unusual octagon shape. From France circa 1920's, they are a wonderful robin's egg blue color with a white checker pattern around the tops. Not without faults, there are several minor dings & a previous owner painted on one of the lids (please see photos), but nothing at all to detract from the charm of this unique pair of cannisters. Measure approx. 7" high to tops of lids, 5" diameters.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Enamel : Pre 1900 item #71297 (stock #z999)
This is a very fine miniature Viennese silver and enamel coffee can and saucer c1860-1870, painted with a classical building central on cup and a monument on the saucer in shades of red, yellow, blue and green having birds, flowers and ribbons surround. The undersides of the cup and saucer are also enameled. This teacup and saucer are in overall good condition, having a flake in the center of the saucer and small repair on saucer underside with some yellowing. This item measures 1 5/8 in H
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1950 item #941841 (stock #gam-128)
World War II US Artillery Compass manufactured for the Army by The KALART Company, comprising textured painted metal with applied enamel brass label marked COMPASS, M2, NO. G.H.D. THE KALART COMPANY INC. STAMFORD CONN, no serial number. Opens to reveal bubble for checking level and sighting mirror. Measurements: 3"x 2 3/4"x 1 1/4" Excellent condition with minor flaking.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1950 item #941847 (stock #gam-129)
Vintage steel frame NAUTICAL DISTANCE INSTRUMENT made in GERMANY mid twentieth century used to measure Nautical Miles, Statute Miles, Kilometers, one inch to one mile on maps, having English on one side. The other side in French Inches to Miles or Versies, Centimeters to Kilometers, rotating disc at base corresponds to movable needle, measuring distance on maps. Measuremants: 3"x 1 1/8" Condition is excellent.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1800 item #721235 (stock #11AC18 6368)
Basket-hilt officer's sword with inlaid blade, Scottish, 1796 pattern. 18th century. Brass open work basket hilt with original fish skin grip wrapped in copper wire, and the steel blade engraved and inlaid in gold with emblems of a coronet, a Highlander, and crossed cannons. Excellent condition apart form some wear to the grip. Overall length: 39.25". Blade length: 33.5"
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1940 item #121612 (stock #gam-52)
This is rare Art Deco stylized horn dog head-form mounted opener having a finely hand carved dachshund head and glass eyes, brass banded on a steel shaft attached to a steel bottle opener, hound head most likely made of rhinoceros horn, marked on the inside of the opener D Lund Co, Pat Nov 7,'33, Made in USA; very good condition...
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1910 item #1300646 (stock #474ai)
In red velvet lined rosewood case, this brass microscope is in the style of Benjamin Martin, and dates to the mid nineteenth century. Most of the original pieces are included, and the microscope is in working condition. There is an old solder repair along the side of the rack and pinion, which is visible in the photos. Unsigned, it is likely English. The case is in good condition, with a few light splits in the wood, and both the top cartouche and key escutcheon are mother of pearl...
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1930 item #839297 (stock #TR601)
The ultimate in men’s accessories is this 14Kt yellow gold pen knife from the early twentieth century. It was originally used on watch chains as a functional fob. The knife has two folding blades one of which is a knife blade and the other is a nail file. The length of the knife is 2 ¾” including the fold down bail, and the width is 3/8”.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1970 item #886457
Accutron Spaceview by Bulova, in harder to find bronze face. The asymmetric case is SOLID 14KT YELLOW GOLD. Marked M7 made in 1967. Watch measures 40mm long by 35mm wide. In excellent running condition. Has new strap, will come with a new battery.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Pre 1900 item #1076801 (stock #J1073)
Offered is a complete Civil War Era traveling Doctor Medicine Case recently acquired from an estate in New Hampshire. The supple leather case houses 20 corked vials sporting vintage paper labels including some with partial contents. The condition is very good considering the age. There are minor areas where a mouse nibbled on an edge and some unobtrusive areas of loss due to ancient tiny insects nibbling on the strap...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Americas : Eskimo : Pre 1900 item #1245086 (stock #40F52 LP566)
Very scarce Northwest Coast Tlingit potlatch ladle, fashioned from hand-beaten copper and Dall mountain sheep horn. Circa 1840s. Size: 9 inches length (3.25 inches handle). Copper objects were signs of great wealth and prestige among Northwest tribes. Such spoons were prized possessions that were brought out for marriages and important feasts. This spoon has a carved horn handle in the form of a seal with flippers and red stained teeth, which is riveted to a copper stem and bowl...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Prints : Etchings : Pre 1920 item #412178 (stock #8607)
"The Grand Canal, Venice

by Ernest David Roth (Am. 1879-1964)

Drypoint on Paper, signed in pencil and in the plate and dated: "1913"
Retains the original gallery label from Frederick Keppel & Co., New York, with title, artist and an inscription reading: "Proof Printed by the Artist. 70 Proofs Only"

A painter and etcher, Roth was educated at the National Academy of Design...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Far Eastern : Pre 1940 item #326121 (stock #T 977)
Sold. Rich Mellowed Yellowed Carved Ivory Bangle Bracelet w a Carved Dragon all around the 1/8" deep surface. Measures just under 2 1/2" inside across X 5/8" wide, showing some shiny areas from age and in very fine condition also showing cross graining. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Far Eastern : Pre 1940 item #148640 (stock #T 226)
SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO. The Only One Like this on Trocadero! 2 Oz., Signed in Farsi (Arabic Script) on Tested Sterling and Mother of Pearl Painted Panels (1") showing birds, castles & Arabesque delightful designs. Some Paint Loss, as these pieces are rarely found with all paint intact. 7 1/2" Wrist. Please See Closeups for more info.
SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Far Eastern : Pre 1960 item #185403 (stock #T 558)
Detail Hand Painted Ceramic Enamel Pendant marked: "Toshikane Japan" and in Japanese depicting White Snow Capped Mt. Fuji and clouds, with shaded green mid ground water's edge, river, Pink white Gold accented Peonies in foreground. 7 Different colors and gold on this Textured Surface of 3/4" X 5/8" wide on a 19" marked clasp gold colored chain. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Pre 1920 item #981504 (stock #01719)
A vintage genuine Arts & Crafts period 2-3/8" x 2" gilt brass sash pin c1900-10. This pin features curled corners and hammered sections; it also has a large claw-set unfoiled amethyst colour cut glass/crystal facetted stone. It has a baby-pin style catch, and it is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear to the gilding in spots and some grime on the back of the stone...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Pre 1950 item #717126 (stock #20051000)
A lot of flash! This brooch measures 4 1/4 inches long by 3 1/4 inches wide. Large, prong-set square and rectangular red unfoiled stones, with clear round rhinestones single and pave set, in a rhodium plated setting. The pin is strong and locks securely. Pin marked with a single script 'E' (for Eisenberg?) on the back. All stones are clear but a couple of the larger stones do have scratches.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Pre 1900 item #606353 (stock #T 1562)
SOLD. Vintage Antique Magical genuine 19th century Bohemian Czech Saphiret Art Glass gunmetal silver plated color metal Sash Brooch Ornament with C catch. bo Fab tan to aqua flashes of color from magical vortex. 3 1/2". Alas chips to be found in these matte cabs, yet those pesky areas seem to release an even stronger flash than the normal! SOLD, no price, no info please.