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From the first quarter 19th century, this Regency teapoy's rectangular case with concave sides and enclosed by a hinged chamfered lid with fitted interior of four lidded canisters centered by two apertures for bowls, raised on a turned fluted and foliate knopped column and tripod platform ending in foliate decorated scroll feet. height 31in (81cm); width 22in (56cm); depth 18in (46cm)

Important beautifully and deeply carved Charles II Oak sideboard. This fine rare piece displays outstanding baroque style craftsmanship in its depiction of noble homage to Queen Catherine and the celebration of the Restoration of the Monarchy (titled: "Anno 1660) as well as noble countenances, richly bosomed women, nature's bounty and Bacchun faces. Circa 1840s. w. 72" h. 69" d. 24".

19th Century Chinese rosewood cabinet features two exquisite fine carved five clawed dragons. Dimensions: 25.2" High X 17.75" wide X 9.13" Deep.

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...

"Warming Beach" Oil on canvas - Singed. Anton Gutknecht (1907 – 1988). This piece, large (a full 4 ft. X 2 ft.) and sweeping in scope makes you feel as though you are right there on the sand. Mr. Gutknecht a listed Artist, was born and died in Dusseldorf, Germany. He studied in Dusseldorf, Munich, and Hamburg, and instructed for many years at Vienna's Royal Academy before moving to southern California where he settled for sometime. Gutknecht traveled extensively over the world, painting a wide...

Large striking multi-faceted quartz crystal cluster on stand. This specimen includes of an incredible cluster of sharp, lustrous quartz crystals. 21 lbs. Dimensions: 11" long X 8" high X 7" deep.

This very old outstanding example of Italian Mannerism (1527-1600) is rare indeed. This Saint Francis of Assisi depiction’s Mannerist intentionally exaggerated and elongated proportions, exquisitely fine artisanship of 16th Century Florence and Rome is NOT to be confused with more common, less refined, differently proportioned and far less valued much newer colonial figures. Evidence of silver-leaf gilding, worm damage, clear St. Francis subject, elegant lines, and craftsmanship further conf...

Two matching beautifully executed, colorful Japanese Imari covered vases, feature gold gilt foo dragons on the top of the covers. Imari porcelain is the European collectors' name for Japanese porcelain wares made in the town of Arita, in the former Hizen Province, northwestern Kyûshû, and exported from the port of Imari, Saga specifically for the European export trade. 32" h. X 18" diameter each.

Egyptian female bust. Ptolemaic copy of an 18th dynasty original. Medium: Basalt. Circa 100-50 BCE. h. 3 1/2" w 4" d. 6".

Extremely rare ornate deeply three dimensional art nouveau Japanese Meiji export carved wood chair with iris motif. circa late 1890s. h. 47" w. 22" d. 22". Please see matching massive iris motif six legged table, plant stand and cabinet.

Make a statement in your dining room or library with this important finest 19th Century hand carved quarter sawn oak lion foot dining table. This masterpiece features the most excellent materials and craftsmanship in a grand elegant display of the American Victorian artistic expression. Note the superlative carving of the lion feet legs, the beautiful quarter sawn oak grain, the tri-pedestal center support, three tiered intricate scalloped edge, the balance and grandeur of the piece. President...

This rare museum quality custom master-crafted Aesthetic Movement dining cane chairs were designed by Louis Sullivan, one of the most famous architects who's innovations help create the realization of the Aesthetic Movement in American. The provenance of this piece goes back to the Sullivan Estate. Potential buyers are encouraged to register and receive supporting provenance information. Two original matching oak and cane arm chairs and 12 oak and cane side chairs are actually part of a set whic...

Rare Russian champleve 19th Century crystal regulator clock with French L'Marti & Cie time and strike two train movement. Outstanding example of superior Russian artisanship in the champleve case and rare matching champleve mercury pendulum. Garlanded Roman original floral centered face. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: Clock: 18.5” h. X 8” w. X 8” d. Lesser similar clocks sell for over $9,500. Runs great. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an authentic artistic master clock with rare Russian...

Large fine brass wall torchiere. Circa 1880s. h. 21" w. 11" d. 13".

This is the finest top-end 19th Century Harvard model - master-crafted and detailed dental cabinet made by the Harvard Company from Canton, Ohio, the premiere dental cabinet maker of the time. This rare unique cabinet is perfect as a special piece to accent living room, dinning room, kitchen or office, while being vastly functional with its many faceted features. It is made of high quality, rich grained quarter sawn oak throughout, with beveled mirror, two roll top tambour doors, 10 swing out t...

This fine authentic beautifully crafted Russian icon of Saint Nicholas, the most important Orthodox Saint. Icons are quite literally meant to be 'Windows Into Heaven' and to instill in the viewer an attitude of prayerful reflection on the Divine. In Russia icons were not only displayed in churches, but are given the place of honor in many homes. So beloved is St. Nicholas by Russians, one commonly heard saying is "if God dies, at least we'll still have St. Nicholas." The piece is signed by th...

Large Antique English mahogany George III period knife box. Finely crafted inlaid trim set off by beautiful mahogany burl top. Brass-Mounted with Slant-top, this fourth quarter 18th century piece includes a serpentine front of the finest artisanship. Circa 1775. h. 15" w. 10" d. 13".

Beautiful 19th Century antique French champleve enamel crucifix, mounted on beautiful copper backed onyx (including wall hang ring), with matching champleve holy water font below with hinged lid. Circa 1830s. Dimensions: 12” X 7” X 3”. Champleve is a highly labor intensive delicate artistic technique of decorating metal, began by the Celts during the early Roman Empire and became the favorite of European Nobility from the 11th Century on, in which areas that have been hollowed out, by ...