Catalog: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art (58)

Set of 4, Tiffany Studios gilt bronze Venetian pattern desk blotter corners. All marked: Tiffany Studios, New York, 1894. Outer edges measure 4.75 each and depth measure 2.5". Height is minimal.

According to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, "The "Venetian" pattern was one of the more elaborate designs for ornamental desk sets...

Art Deco patinated bronze and copper ashtray, candy or catchall dish with gazelle. Measures 7.5" high x 6.25 diameter.

Individual salt and pepper set of Guilloche enamel over sterling silver having an open salt dish and a mushroom shaped pepper shaker. Made in Denmark by Ela. In excellent condition, they measure: Salt 2" diameter, .75" high; Pepper 1.5" diameter, 1.75" high.

An English dark blue majolica dish having a standing upright white puppy. Perfect for use as a petit fours, candy, or sweetmeat dish. Some crazing to the glazes. Condition very good. No cracks, no chips, no repairs. Measures 10ʺ wide × 9.25ʺ deep × 4ʺ high

Rare Bavarian plate with elves by Heinrich & Co. Artist signed, the painting is of two small elves; one of which is using a leaf as a shield while fighting off a bee. It is titled "An Unpleasant Interruption". Gold rim. Excellent condition, measures 9 diameter.

Pair of early 20th C Tiffin yellow Vaseline glass candle holders with barley twist stems supported by a bell base with an etched floral design. All my photos are shot in natural light against a white or black background. The candleholders are heavy in weight and look much better than I could capture in the photos. You will not be disappointed. They will glow bright green under black light. Measure 9.5" high x 5" diameter at base.

Pair of 24'' tall brass church candle holders with exceptional detailing featuring a cross on the base. This is an older pair, no later than first half of 20th century and quite heavy. They have been lacquered, so you don't need to polish them. They were lamped in the 1970's. and I purchased them as lamps 10 years ago and opted to use them as candleholders. They fit a 3" diameter column candle...

Large aqua blue ruffled glass bowl with matching underplate. A stunning vintage centerpiece, the bowl and underplate can be used separately when entertaining. In excellent condition.

Measures as shown: 13.5" diameter x 6.25" high
Bowl only: 11.5" diameter x 4.25" high
Underplate: 13.5" diameter x 2" high

Czech Art Deco zoomorphic 1930’s swan-form decanter by Karel Palda. Hand-blown glass body and handle with a silver plated head having a flip top pour spout. It is marked Czechoslovakia on lid hinge. In excellent vintage condition, it measures 12" high.

Circa 1920sEichwald majolica centerpiece with a lion head on the base. Large and colorful, this blue bowl with a golden yellow interior is relief decorated on the exterior with small raspberry red flowers, light green tendrils, and paisley shaped pink medallions. Other colors are lavender, and golden brown. A fabulous statement piece. Marked" Eichwald" and "Czechoslovakia", it measures 15" high, 12ʺ long × 8.25ʺ wide.

Rare sterling silver baby rattle featuring an etched inscription, depicting birth date, a clock motif signifying birth time, and birth weight. Hard-to-find with a clock, this is terrific piece for the collector. Dates 1940 or earlier. In good condition with some light wear to the sterling finish, it measures 3.5" long and 1.25" diameter. Total weight is 0.63 ozt

A large well rendered bronze rhinosaurus of an African white rhino. This realistic rhino has heavily textured skin, wrinkles and folds at its neck and legs, and its tail is contoured around the back leg. In excellent condition, it measures 18.5" long, 8.25" high, 6.25" wide.

Large 11" long hand painted and hand carved wood German Shepard by Helmut Miller for ANRI of Italy. Very realistic carving with exceptional detailing, this rare piece is signed H. Diller. Measure 11" long, 6.5" high, 5" deep...

Rare hand blown Bohemian style Murano Glass cobalt blue tea set with applied white enameled flowers in high relief, monogrammed saucers and footed cups. Custom made and purchased on Murano Island, Venice, Italy in the 1900's. Total of 22 pieces, 2 of which are lids, the set offers teapot with lid (8.25" high), sugar with lid (4.5" high), creamer (5.25" high), 5 large footed cups (3.75" high), 6 small footed cups (3" high), 6 saucers (5.5" diameter).

A Very Cheerful Baby quilt embroidered with singing bluebirds in the upper corners with 2 happy children dancing below. Pink morning glories in all quadrants. In good antique/vintage condition, it measures 31" x 37". Dates circa 1930's.

Baby quilt embroidered with the child's prayer "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep" with a yellow border. In each corner is a child kneeling in prayer with a baby animal or pet: a girl with a lamb, a boy with puppy, girl with bunny, and a boy with a kitten. Very good antique/vintage condition with some wear at the edges. Well quilted and embroidered, it measures 32" x 37.5". Dates circa 1930's.

Beautiful pink jug or pitcher manufactured by the Dunbar Glass Company in the 1920’s. If is often called pre-depression glass since it was made prior to the depression era but resembles depression glass. It is about 10” tall with an etched flower, sometimes referred to as cornflower, on the body. Estimating it will hold about 50 ounces more or less. Excellent condition.

A complete Dunbar beverage set is hard to find. Usually the tumblers are broken and only the tray caddy survives. This style of beverage service called Bridge Set and its purpose was to be used at the card table. Although it is often referred to as depression glass, it was really manufactured in the 1920’s. This set is in excellent condition and features an etched flower sometimes called cornflower. The glasses hold about 12 ounces...

Circa 1920's Dart pattern by Lancaster Glass Company bowl with its original 2 handled underplate or tray. The tray measures 12.5” from handle to handle and has a variety of uses on its own such as cake plate, sandwich or appetizer serving tray. The bowl has a scalloped edge and measures 9.5” in diameter excluding handles and 2.75" high. Another useful piece on its own, it could be used as a salad or vegetable bowl. Together the 2 pieces make a wonderful punch bowl for smaller occasions...

Very unusual hand blown and hand painted satin glass vase or rose bowl. This rose bowl is made from cased glass with pale green on the outside and royal blue on the inside. Possibly an early Fenton piece, it is in very good antique condition showing some wear to the gold gilt edging. Feels fantastically smooth the touch and a must have for the collector. Measures 4.5 inches high. Dates circa 1920-30.

Rare Josef Rindskoph red Papillion vase with an exceptional iridescent crackle exterior finish that is highly iridized and textured, ruffled top, polished pontil, unsigned. In excellent condition, this stunning vase measures 13 inches high and 6.5” diameter. Dates circa 1920.

Tall Czech Amphora art deco 2 handled pottery vase featuring enameled ostriches and palm trees set against a textured matte ground. The backside had a very art deco design, perhaps a stylized flower? In excellent, it measures 16 inches high. More photos available upon request.

Vintage Hermes-Paris 100% silk navy blue pocket scarf or handkerchief with a soft geometric gold and ecru chain link pattern. In excellent condition this scarf has never been used. Measures 16.5 inches square.

Lovely Bohemian pale pink cordial set with pastel enameled flowers. The set includes 4 glasses, glass tray, and a decanter with a parrot. We haven't noticed any conditions issues except for age related wear to gold gilt. Decanter measures 10.5 inches high, glasses 2.25" high, tray 7.5" diameter. A very unusual and sweet set.

Unusual brilliant cut glass perfume bottle. Measures 7 inches high and in excellent condition. Dates 1920s.

Lovely old French majolica pierced bowl in a delicate pastel pallet. Would also make for a nice potpourri dish. Measures 3.5 inches high.

Early 20th century Chinese cloisonne recumbent deer censer with gold gilt on a custom wood stand. The lid on the back features a bird finial and is lined with turquoise enamel. The exterior cloisonne ground is turquoise over copper with red, green, blue, black, white, and yellow enamels creating a rich an vibrant design. Note the opening at the tail for burning a joss stick. In very good condition, no dents, no loss to enamels, it measures 11 inches wide, 4 inches deep, 7 1/4 inches high...

Nice heavy weight sterling silver tankard with a Commemorative issue coin of the 90th Birthday of Bavarian Prince Regent Luitpold The lettering on the coins says:
LVITPOLD PRINZ- REGENT V. BAYERN
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1821*12 MÆRZ*1911
This mug was gifted and engraved on the bottom in 1969. In excellent condition, it measures 6 1/4" from bottom to top of handle, 5 1/2" from bottom to top of tankard, and 4 3/4" in diameter.

Sterling silver Tiffany & Co fluted bowl with three dolphin feet. Marked Tiffany & Co Makers sterling silver 25110. In very good condition but tarnished, it measures 7.5 inches across and stands app. 3.75" tall. Weight 362 grams or 12.75 ounces. Circa 1940's

Set of 4 Czechoslovakian crystal place card holders dating circa 1950s. Marked "Made in Czechoslovakia" on bottoms. In excellent condition, they measure 1.5 inches high. Also good for business cards. We have 12 more available, please inquire for special pricing if you want more.

Hewn from one piece of wood, our porcine friend leisurely resided for many years on the enclosed back porch of historic Coolmore Plantation, Taroboro, NC (see last photo of home). In very good condition, she does have some age cracks, but is very solid. Measures 21 inches long x 13" high x 12" and weights 21 lbs. Age unknown so we are listing as vintage.

Very nicely detailed pair of French silver plated fighting cocks. In excellent condition, they measure 7 inches at highest point.

Vintage Murano Glass Picasso style vase in excellent condition. Original labels are slightly worn but still intact. Vase is in excellent condition and measures 13 inches high.

Sterling silver and glass vermouth dropper for the makings of the perfect martin. Amazingly the rubber bulb is still pliable after all these years and this set can be used. Measures 3.5" long. Art Deco Era

1920's Weller Pottery garden frog in coppertone and green glazes. In excellent condition, no cracks, no repairs, etc, it measures 5" long and 4" high. Incised signature on bottom reads: Weller Pottery

An elegant and very modern rare Art Deco ivory cigarette case. In excellent condition, it measures 5.5" x 3.25" x .75". Inscribed inside with date 1952.