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Very fine bronze and cloisonne lamp, with modern wiring, the bronze section on a base of onyx and bronze with cut out corners, the lamp is a bulbous form upon a pedestal base, the lip with acanthus leaf border, has section to hold harp and fairly recent electrical section for bulb, in fine working condition. Measures 11" high, is roughly 3 1/4" wide at shoulder, the base is 3 1/4" square (lamp alone without electrical fixture at top is 9" high). Both the metal work and the enamel cloisonne ar...

Absolutely charming and well carved and painted wood plaque, signed on the back with artist name Henry Staley, dated '32, the entire little scene painted in soft colors, the frame shows the wood color, as does the boat area. Fine and precise detail, the fish leaping from the water is just perfect. Measures 4 1/2" high, 3 3/4" wide, 1/2" deep, and has a metal loop at the top for hanging. The man in the tiny boat is singing and playing the banjo, his feet up on the sides, the bottom of his sole ...

From Timor in Indonesia, the Belu province, Atoni (Antoni) tribe, the cow skull mask was used in rituals surrounding the planting and harvesting of crops, has human head upon base that is scrimshawed in geometric designs. Measures 11' high, 5" wide and is 2 3/4" deep. There are four holes in the side of the mask, two on the head section, and the other on the "shoulder" of the figure (visible in photos), used to attach as a mask. The Atoni native group are largely agricultural and hold ceremo...

Sterling silver man's signet ring by David Yurman, featuring a square faceted meteorite, signed by Yurman with initials, shows the atomic symbol with the letters Fe inside, indicating the presence of iron in the meteorite. interior also has arrow shaped designs associated with some works by Yurman. Measures: size 11, faceted meteorite measures roughly 1 5/8" square (slightly larger horizontally). Very hefty ring, with heavy silver band that widens around the set stone. The stone is nicely fa...

Brass and silver humidor in the Arts and Crafts style, made by Bradley and Hubbard, unsigned, early 20th Century, all intact, wonderful form, fairly heavy and substantial. Measures 8" high and 6 1/8" diameter at the base. Bottom of lid has screened section, interior is open and is also brass, screw head and washer visible in bottom. The base is iron with multiple holes for ventilation. The form is a hexagon on round base, the lid has quatrefoil design with ball finial. Brass construction, w...

Bronze cigar lighter, table or saloon item, late 19th century or early 20th century, marked Germany, in form of rooster with elaborate tail feathers, chain holds cap, this elaborate form was popular from mid 19th century to early 20th century. and is increasingly hard to find. Measures 3 1/2" high, 3" wide, and 1 1/2" deep. Signed "Germany" on two places, one on body, other on underside of tail. No maker's mark, but well styled and cast. Especially for the wealthy, cigar smoking was high...

A large and wonderful glazed ceramic roof ornament from Vietnam, adorned a temple or Imperial residence, bright color with frieze of koi fish and seaweed, lovely blue waves. Measures 19 3/4" high 12" wide and 5" deep. Substantial and heavy, with pleasing color glazes, the scene depicts koi fish next to an underwater plant and brown water creatures (frogs?) above. All the colored sections are raised design, and the wave section below has carved lines to delineate the waves. The form was part ...

Two very beautiful wine goblets by Emilia Castillo, the renowned silver designer from Mexico, from the famous Los Castillo family. Tall stemware wine glasses with twisted wire and ball stems, the surface of the cup and base all hand hammered, giving a beautiful surface and wonderful feel. Measure 7" high, the cups 3" in diameter, the base 3 1/8" in diameter. Very heavy silver plate over fine metal, they have a lovely ring when struck. Condition is excellent, some tarnish and very slight ab...

Fine quality carafe with matching glass or tumbler which fits over top of carafe, both in blue and white swirled designs on clear glass, polished lip and bases, signature, mid century era. The blue is cobalt, it appears to have a turquoise hue in some of the photos. Measures 7 1/2" high with glass on top, carafe alone is 6 1/2" high and roughly 4 1/2" wide, the glass is 3 7/8" high and 2 3/4" wide. The swirl design is very precise, the sign of fine quality glass, and it is heavy as well. The...

Designed by Massimo Vignelli for Venini of Murano Italy, this shade is comprised of three layers of cased glass, the interior white, the second layer a rich red/pink, with white vertical stripes applied over the red, is from a pendant lamp from mid century. Measures 11 3/4" high, 4 5/8" across the base, and roughly 7" in diameter at widest point. Vignelli designed a wide variety of mid century decorative objects and furniture, and created various forms of glass for Venini, many in the form of...

Terracotta sculpture of putti or cherub petting dog at his side, a garland wrapped around his torso, mounted on mottled marble base, 19th century, style of Clodion. Measures 12 1/4" high, marble base is 5 1/4" in diameter. Like all fine sculpture, it is artful from every angle and depicts a very charming putti figure reaching to pet the dog at his side, his fabric garland flowing around him. Mounted on marble base with light colored mottle surface. Sculpture is unsigned. Very similar to t...

Antique basket of splint wood, with handle, small size, artfully crafted, American, 19th century, in wonderful condition, one of the finest we have seen in a long time. Measures roughly 5 1/2" wide, deep and high. The craftsmanship is extraordinary, the width of the splints are tapered, and the section running across the bottom has wider sections for strength, the handle is smooth and well curved, and the wrapping around the handle is very artful as well, For contrast there are darker woven s...

A very large and fine example of the designs created by Edward Sands Frost for hooked rungs in the latter part of the 19th century, featuring a King Charles Spaniel in the central oval, surrounded by a garland of flowers and scrolling elements, colors still vivid, professionally mounted on frame with backing. Measures 28" high x 44 1/2" wide. x 1' deep. Patterns for hooked rugs were created in the 19th century for home makers to create with their own color schemes, using left over wool piec...

Nice heavy quality sterling silver belt buckle by Taxco silversmith, in the style of Aguilar, though signed with other initials, vintage item, mid 20th century. Measures 2" x 1 1/2". Well designed, the buckle has two beads and applied geometric and curved silver sections, in pre-hispanic designs. Signed on back with circular stamp, Taxco 925 Mexico, with the initials JS in the center. Sometimes workers for major silver smiths in Taxco and Mexico City make items on their own, using the desig...

Wonderful old Mexican silver bracelet in bold design with large oval green stones, stamped "Silver Made In Mexico", the bottom part of Mexico not visible. It measures 7" long and 1 3/8" wide. Very substantial, the silver is heavy and the stones are large and raised high above the bezels. The clasp is a simple folding snap clasp that holds firmly. The design is very similar to the early works of both Spratling and Aguilar, and could have been crated by them or by a worker in their studios. I...

A truly fabulous mid century modern cuff bracelet, multi metal, with copper base, enhanced with brass or bronze and silver elements, textured sections and incised lines. One of the best imaginable designs from the era of innovative and wonderful metal work. It measures 5 1/8" on the interior, with a gap of 1 1/2" and is 1 3/8" wide. As the metal is flexible, it could be adjusted slightly to fit varying wrist sizes. Unsigned, but obviously the work of a highly talented artist, in design and i...

A very unusual and well carved folky wood cane with iron ferrule and silver band below handle, dense wood, rusty brown color, possibly a fraternal object, late 19th century, a fine example of folk art found in walking sticks, canes, and staffs. Measures 25" high and 3 3/4" wide at handle, the carved section and handle at the top measure 4 3/4" the silver band is 1/2". The entire staff is deeply carved with cross hatch design, with four animal figures around the handle area, more deep carving a...

A superb example of American folk art at its finest, this cane or walking stick is large and dramatic, featuring a polychromed hand holding an egg, above an applied metal collar that is embossed with linear designs, and painted gold. Measures 38 1/2" high, 3" wide at the hand, and 2" deep. The hand section is 6 3/4" high, the metal collar band 2 3/8". The staff is incised with horizontal marks, some deep, and the shaft has a deep red brown stain, with lighter wood visible in a few spots where...