English silver gilt and enamel pendant of jester, ca. 1880. Jester is set in oval with lattice, baby seed pearls, and foliate border with gilt wreaths and flora. With gilt-metal chain. A wonderful Renaissance-Revival piece. Excellent condition with nice patina.
Dimensions: 2 3/8 x W 2 in. 1093
This is a gorgeous sterling silver pendant brooch with gold in a unique Renaissance Revival design circa 1880. This pendant brooch is comprised of a central flower basket in gold with flowers and leaves in enamel scrolling out. Above the basket are three diamonds surmounted with a gold shell, and below the basket with a flower set with a small ruby. Around the basket are openwork scrolls that create curved sides and a dramatic dynamic silhouette. A natural pearl drop hangs from the bottom of t...
Innovative Victorian perfume and vinaigrette. Made by Samson Mordan in England, ca 1870. Clear glass oval bottle comprising two joined parts with vertical partition. Silver gilt oval neck with hinged and split cover. On cover top is the name Alice in cobalt blue enamel letters. On bottle bottom, silver gilt oval mount with hinged ornamental grill and plain cover. Top and bottom encircled with lapis lazuli beads. In leather-bound case with velvet. Interlaced gilt-metal monogram applied to case co...
Art Nouveau vanity set in gilt 950 silver and clear glass. Made by Pierre Kotowski in France, ca. 1900. This set comprises 1 hand mirror (L 10 1/2 in.), 1 hairbrush (L 8 1/4 in.), 2 hairbrushes (9 1/4 in.), 1 clothing brush (L 8 in.), 1 clothing brush (L 7 1/4 in.), 2 colognes (H 7 7/8 x W 3 1/4 x D 3 1/4 in.), 2 colognes (H 6 3/4 x W 3 x D 3 in.), 1 jar (H 5 1/2 x D 4 1/8 in.), 1 jar (H 3 1/2 x D 3 7/8 in.), 1 box (H 3 1/4 x W 5 x D 3 3/4 in.), and 1 box (H 3 x W 9 1/8 x D 3 1/4 in.).
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Set of 3 Italian serving pieces in gilt brass and enamel, ca. 1860. This set comprises a spoon, fork, and knife. The handles are straight and tapering with knops and enameled Grotesque ornament on white ground. The spoon has a shaped bowl. The fork has shaped shank and four tines. The knife has a curvilinear blade. The spoon and knife have figural mounts. A beautiful set that reflects the Victorian interest in Renaissance Italy. Excellent condition with good color. Wear to fitted case. ...