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Beautiful oval antique 19th Century ormalu mounted mahogany table by Paul Sormani. Circa 1860s. Dimensions: 29”high X 28” wide X 21” deep. Subtle cabriolet legs and ormalu appointments on table, drawer and claw feet. Paul Sormani (1817 - 1877), one the most important cabinetmakers of the 19th century, was born in Venice then moved to Paris and became the award winning furniture maker for the French Imperial Court of Napoleon III. The Sormani signature on its original hardware lock inc...

Grand antique 19th Century Lenzkirch porcelain and bronze mantel clock. Exceptional sharp detailed chasing in the Bacchanal themed bronzework including garlands, flowers, bows framed by two Bacchus faces (see close up photos). Bacchus is the promoter of civilization, law giver, lover of peace and patron of agriculture and the theater – a symbol of working with Nature’s bounty and wisdom to create a civilized and beautiful world. This piece features striking regal maroon porcelain body, por...

Enjoy owning this strikingly handsome Tiffany 19th Century - turn of the Century antique French champleve and brass crystal regulator clock which features Tiffany & Co signed face, beveled glass, French period time and strike two train movement, champleve top, columns,face surround and mercury pendulum. Arabic numerals on original floral centered face. You will be hard pressed to find another piece of this artistic caliber and uniqueness with the Tiffany signature. Circa 1890s - 1915. Dimensions...

This beautiful hand made matching "mirrored" (balanced individual opposites) pair of Chinese cloisonne vases with lids features red, blue, yellow and pink roses which represent beauty and love with blue butterflies. Each vase is individually and artistically hand executed by a master craftsman and are therefore unique - not copies of each other (like two left feet) but balanced individual opposites. Nor are they copies of any others. Cloisonne is a process by which very delicate minutely thin ti...

Jade, ruby and gold letter opener by Faberge features spinach jade (nephrite) handle and blade, two-headed Czarist eagle, one large ruby, seven small rubies. Hallmark Faberge (in Russian) "56" for 56 zolotniks (14K Gold). Condition: Excellent. Dimensions: 11.9" X 1.3".

Own a piece of real life Kipling lore with this rare beautifully and artistically crafted 18th Century Mughal Northern India brass (over copper) lion ewer tea pot that displays the famous quality hand chased rosette - coriander flower pattern and domed hinged cover with lotus bud finial. Accented by a rare superlative iconic stylized lion head spout continuing to a graceful lotus bud handle end, this piece demonstrates the world renowned Mughal metalsmith elegance of the time. Both sides displ...

Rare early 19th Century English Regency lap desk or travel desk made of the finest crafted burled rosewood demonstrates inlaid mother of pearl and a unique domed profile. Inside the desk top is finely gold embossed leather with functioning pull tabs. This piece includes two matching custom original square glass brass capped ink wells, a pen compartment, secret compartment underneath, two separate Maplewood lined compartments under the desk and locking brass hardware to keep the desk top in pla...

Beautifully crafted 18th Century handmade copper ewer with pewtered finish from Kashmir. Circa 1780s. 12" h. X 9" w. X 8' d.

Bring the subtleties of Nature’s Magic into your home with “Rainbow Blossom” oil on canvas, signed lower left – Raymond Knaub (1940 – Present). Dimensions: 16” X 12” without frame, 22.38” X 18.25” with frame. Famous Western Landscape painter, Born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Knaub grew up in Colorado and traveled the Western United States extensively. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Andrew Wyeth, Raymond Knaub’s unique style evokes a nonverbal peaceful connection and revere...

Rare graceful curvilinear antique 19th Century ormalu mounted mahogany marble top table in the stylish kidney shape by Paul Sormani. Circa 1860s. Dimensions: 30”high X 27” wide X 18” deep. Galleried kidney shaped period specimen marble top over ormalu mounted mahogany structure with drawer, shelf, subtle cabriolet legs and ormalu claw feet. Paul Sormani (1817 - 1877), one the most important cabinetmakers of the 19th century, was born in Venice then moved to Paris and became the award wi...

Deep and finely worked chasing decorate this special Japanese Meiji bronze jardiniere. Features ornately detailed carved dragon head handles as well as motifs of mythical phoenix birds of good fortune and connection the creative force of Earth and Nature. Dimensions: 10" h. X 16" w. X 12" d.

Finely crafted and detailed dental cabinet made by the Harvard Company from Canton, Ohio, the premiere dental cabinet maker of the time. It is made of high quality, rich grained quarter sawn oak throughout, with beveled mirrors, roll top, swing out drawers and trays, drop down and slide-out panels, and fancy nickel-plated hinges. The craftsmanship and top quality continues on back and sides. c. 1890s. h. 70" w. 28" d. 16".

Rare quality Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood and matching twin tea box lids inside. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high co...

Iconic finely decorated 19th Century Moroccan curved dagger from the central Atlas Mountain region of Morocco displays master artisanship of Moorish, Arabic and Berber cultures. This “Jambiya” knife includes a highly skilled decorated chased scabbard, hilt and the pommel masterfully intertwines detailed metal work with wood base. Rarely, the attached cord is original. According to “Antique Swords and Daggers” book by Dr. Mircea Veleanu, the market price for this piece is $7,000. This...

Two drawings - "Fermer Embrasser" (Close Embrace) and "Les Coulisses" (Backstage) paper and pastel, signed by Edouard Chimot (1890 - 1930) at bottom - without frames. Dimensions: 7.55" X 5" each. Chimot studied at t the École des Arts décoratifs in Nice and at the Beaux-Arts, Lille. These strong pieces are striking examples of his famous haunting and compelling drawings of “jeunes et jolies femmes". The similar work, "Danseuse Nu" Lot # 727 at Treadway and Toomy in Illinois sold for ...

Rare fine antique Royal Navy bicorn officer's hat made of genuine beaver pelt with matching custom carrying case - circa 1795 - 1812. This truly a piece of history (from Admiral Nelson's fleet?). Includes dress ribbon, gilt gold hat epaulets. The red silk interior lining is signed "Fraser & Davis - Portsmouth". The carrying case has a mounted copper plaque. Verified comparable sales include Bonhams Oxford April 12, 2005 "Arms & Armour" sale - lot # 483 - $632 (GBP 332) including premium.

Ten fine leather bound French religious books from the 1700s. Dimensions: 6.5" X 4" each.

Antique French Faience Plate made by the Faiencerie de Gien. Singed, It is 9" (about 23 cm) in diameter. It is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks, crazing, or repairs.