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A mariner's dream, this beautifully crafted antique Victorian copper weathervane is fashioned in the shape of a sailing ship. The master artisanship is revealed in the detailed lined sails and the shape of the vessel. The ship's prow originally had a wood prow sprit extending beyond the copper sprit. There is a small piece of wood inside the copper sprit from the original. The weathervane includes directional North, South, East and West indicators under the ship. Set screws in this piece ar...

Rare, large commercial size and strength Peugeot Freres cast iron coffee grinder. Not to be confused with smaller, less complex and less formidable Peugeot grinders. This one is special. It is from the town of Valentigney which is in the Easternmost part of France. Almost in Switzerland. The brass plaque on the front clearly says "Peugeot Freres - Valentigney" along with the famous Peugeot lion. The Peugeot name is well known for automobiles and bicycles. Not too many people know that they ma...

Beautifully executed craftsmanship is displayed in this rare carved gothic revival oak lift seat bench, features four deep relief panels displaying noble knights. Made in Belgium this fine piece includes carved lions holding shields as bench arm supports and gothic finials. Seat is undergoing damage repair. Circa 1850s. 61" w. X 59" h. X 20" d.

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.

Beautifully executed Russian icon of Madonna and Child. Circa 1890s. 8 1/2" h. X 7" w. X 1" d.

Carved wood antique Santos made in South America circa 1890s. 13" h. X 7" w. X 3" d.

Extremely well executed finest French regulator clock ,by Japy Freres France , 8 day time and strike movement, twin train with half hour and hour striking on the polished French bell. Authentic mercury pendulum automatically adjusts for temperature changes. Movement is Hallmarked "Japy Freres & Cie" with maker's crowned seal. Beautifully custom carved marble case. Marble case and movement in excellent condition. Keeps great time. Circa 1890. 17" h. X 14" w. X 5 1/2" d.

Very Large (over one foot long - 20 lbs) antique, finest carved 19th century ebony elephant with lvory tusks, inlaid ivory eyes and inlaid ivory toe-nails, demonstrates unmatched fine quality and artisanship from Sri Lanka. There are several slight age cracks (see photos). This made of the finest most rare and dense heavy African Ebony wood. Weight 19.5 lbs. (9 kilos). Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 10" h. X 13" X 7" d. ( 25 X 36 X 18 cm).

This all original fully functional cast iron coffee grinder was made by the premier maker, the Enterprise Manufacturing Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its rare and exceptional condition includes all original outstanding red paint, decals, base and drawer with porcelain knob. (see photos). You will not find an all original grinder of this quality in this unparalleled condition anywhere. This is a special opportunity indeed. Cast signed: ENTERPRISE MFG. CO. PHILADELPHIA USA PAT. OCT 21, 73...

19th Century French Inlaid Walnut Chinioserie. This special piece features extensive rare poly-chromed detailed master artisanship Chinese mythical themed lacquer paintings, gilt bronze omolu, marble top, and fine walnut marquetry. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 43" h. X 80" w. X 21" d.

Pair of beautifully crafted and skillfully chased 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Dragon Candelabras. Please note: This pair of candelabras can be purchased as a set with the matching dragon motif bronze and Sevres porcelain clock - item # 2072. Dimensions: h. 7" X 9" l. X 6" w. each. Circa 1893.

Exquisitely master-crafted 19th Century French gilt bronze with dragon motif and signed Sevres porcelain two train clock chiming on the hour and half-hour. Crystal clear silver French bell. Movement is signed with a seal stamp "Hors Concours, Besancon, 1893, Ls. Bonhome, (dones, Selo Court". Please note this clock can be purchase with a pair of matching gilt bronze dragon candelabras as a three piece set - see item # 2071. The listed price is just for the clock. The candelabras must be purch...

Extremely well executed finest French regulator clock ,by Japy Freres France , 8 day time and strike movement, twin train with half hour and hour striking on the polished French bell. Authentic mercury pendulum automatically adjusts for temperature changes. Movement is Hallmarked "Japy Freres & Cie" with maker's crowned seal. Beautifully custom carved stately slate gray granite and green veined marble case. Marble case and movement in excellent condition. Keeps great time. Circa 1890. 18 1/2" h....

Handsome Rockford heavy gold plate pocket watch, includes fine chasing and 1895 inscription (see photos). Slight hairline flaw in crystal. Watch has been serviced and oiled by a master watchmaker and runs great. Circa 1895 Approx. 3' X 2" x 1/4".

Fine Elgin gold plated pocket watch. Watch has been serviced and oiled by master clock maker and runs great. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: approx. 3" X 2" X 1/4".

Signed: "Copyright by Frederic Remington", this excellent lost wax casting of Remington's "Wooly Chaps" (sometimes know as "Bronco Buster) is striking. Points of note include free moving stirrup, hat brim up, hollow eyes, ears back, and unmistakable right patina and fine detail of the artistry in the casting are all consistent with the Henry-Bonnard Bronze Company period of Remington castings in the 1890s - not to be confused with later Roman Bronze Works castings or later unauthorized less qua...

Finely crafted American Victorian walnut stand with marble top. Circa 1890. 30" h. X 14.5" diameter.

Antique leather British soldier's ten compartment bandoleer with brass buckle from the time of the Boer War. Note two fastening tabs missing, one replaced and one broken (perhaps from seeing so much action/use). Four feet long by 4 inches high.