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JB Hirsch Foundry Bookends Beethoven 1932

judy — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:08:05 +0000

We’re offering a full spelter metal casting pair of bookends painted gold on the entire figure, seat, sheet music and piano. The key board is celluloid which the JB Hirsch Foundry is noted for. The black base is spelter metal painted black. The bookends are signed JB H on the front of the piano and also signed by the sculptor J.Ruhl on the seat. They are in excellent condition with just a small loss of gold paint on the front of the piano.

The JB Hirsch story begins in 1907 with the New York Art Bronze Works in Manhattan’s lower east side. The founder of the company, Romanian metal smith, Joseph B. Hirsch, began importing pieces directly from French foundries. Around that period, foundries with close ties to the talented artists and sculptors of the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris, began producing their now famous works in “French Bronze.” Some of the finest talent throughout Europe trained at the Ecole des Beaux Arts, exhibiting their works at the Salon de Artistes and other great Salons in Paris, the center of the art world.

Between the wars, during the 1920s and 1930s, an entirely new modern style of decorative art emerged, using a combination of bronze and ivory. With the ban of ivory in the early 1930s, ivorine or celluloid (predecessor of plastic) was used in its place. The ivory or ivorine representing exposed flesh and the bronze or spelter representing clothing. The combination of “French Bronze” (spelter) and ivory or ivorine were fully exploited during the Deco period using events of discovery (opening of King Tut’s Tomb in the 1920s), celebrities, athletes (1936 Olympics), children, the fashions and costumes of the period by Erte and Gerdago, and dancers from the Ballet Russe.
The Beethoven bookends are 5 ½” high x 4 ¼” wide x 5 ½” deep and weigh 7 1/2lbs for the pair.

$300.00

Solid Brass Book Bible Holder

judy — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:47:06 +0000

A solid brass book/bible holder which is very attractive with its pierced cutout design. It folds down to be completely flat also closing the front book rest that holds the book. You may also position it at several different levels. The brass book holder is supported on four brass feet. Aside from being attractive it is very sturdy and would be perfect for holding your favorite book, album or bible. The size is 10” W x 8 ½” H x 9”D and in excellent condition dating from 1920’s.
Price $165.00

Bronze French Candelabra Putti

judy — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:54:12 +0000

We’re offering a large Bronze French Candelabra with three branch stems for candles. The center has a three dimensional putti with wings and as adorable as this is it just goes on with many more embellishments. Around the putti are roses, swags and bows. On the top is an urn with a flame finial. On the bottom the three candles are supported with branches that curve out to hold them. Even the candle holders have added decorations. The candelabrum is in perfect condition and dates from the 19th century. The height is 26” x 15”w x 8 ¼” depth.
$450.00

Bronze Sconces with Putti’s

judy — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 03:55:57 +0000

A pair of bronze sconces with two lights. The full body putty’s are holding the candles with outstretched arms. Crystals are added for an additional embellishment. There are ferns and berries to add to the charm and this is all tied up with a big bow at the top of the sconces. They would enhance any room setting, are in perfect condition and date from 1900’s. They are 22” h x 12W x 8”d.

$550.00

Jennings Brothers Book Ends The Gloucester Sailor.

judy — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:12:32 +0000

We’re offering a Pair of Jennings Brothers “The Gloucester Sailor” Circa 1929 book ends. They are sculptures from the monument, “They That Go Down to the Sea in Ships” in Gloucester, MA. Plated white metal with bronze verdigris finish. They measure 8” high x 4 ¼” wide x 3 ½” deep, Inscribed: JB #2653 Leonard Craske (sculptor). Both bookends have felt on bottom. The inscription is on the back of the book end. “They That Go Down To The Sea in Ships” is the name of a 1923 monument to the fisherman of Gloucester Massachusetts. The sculpture was created by Leonard Craske from a sketch of a painting by A. W. Buhler showing a schooner helmsman with his eyes fixed on the sails while he held close to the wind to avoid dangerous rocks.

$400.00

French Art Nouveau Sconces Eight Light Pair

judy — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:53:30 +0000

Exquisite French Art Nouveau Eight Light Sconces with White Glass Flowers, Brass Grapes Entwined with Brass Leaves. The back plate is ornate with a raised floral scroll design. The date is circa 1910 and they are in excellent condition newly rewired. They are quite large 25 ½” long by 22” wide and 13” depth. When put on a dimmer switch they can add romance to any room or brighten up the room with amazing light.

$2,500.00

BRASS ENGLISH TRIVET

judy — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:35:32 +0000

We’re offering a Brass early 1900’s expandable trivet from England for any size bowl or plate 3” to 10” base size. It would make any bowl or plate more elegant for display. Also it would protect your beautiful table from something hot. Made of good quality brass ending with four decorative feet, which slide along with the top ornaments on two square rods supported and attached in the center by a brass medallion. The two rods have a scissor action to accommodate any shape piece. The condition is pristine.

Height: 3”
Length: 12”
Width: 12”
Price: $250.00

Brass Fireplace Stand with Five Tools

judy — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 20:00:08 +0000

We’re offering a brass fireplace stand with five tools. The stand is in the shape of a ship signed “The Santa Maria”. On the backside the country of origin is signed Belgium. The tools consist of a poker, brush, hot plate, wood lifter and shovel. The condition is perfect. Circa 1910.

Height: 42”
Width 11 ½”
Base Diameter 6 ½”
sold

ARTS AND CRAFTS BRASS SMOKE STAND

judy — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 19:55:40 +0000

We’re offering an Arts and Crafts hammered brass SMOKE STAND. The smoke stand is signed Fynetone Mfg. Co. Lansdale, Pa. Pristine condition Circa 1910.

Height: 29”
Top Diameter 7”
Base Diameter 8 ½”
Price: $125.00

Art Nouveau lg. Brass Tray Brushed Silver

judy — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:36:02 +0000

A beautiful large Art Nouveau brass tray brushed with silver. The lovely women is sitting reading a book. Her dress swirls about her. The flowers and leaves adorn the tray in swirling Art Nouveau fashion. Circa 1910 and in perfect condition.

Height 4 ½”
Width 13”
Diameter 8 ½”
Price SOLD

Solid Brass Bradley & Hubbard Plant Stand

judy — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:24:06 +0000

Excellent quality Bradley & Hubbard signed plant stand with an onyx top. The stand has wonderful pierced decoration with four lion heads on the top rim. The legs have a reverse S scroll and are very ornate. The bottom shelf has pierced decorations also. R
The stand is in pristine condition. Circa 1890.

Height: Height 30 ½”
Onyx Top: 14” x 14”
Price: $495.00

Solid Brass Candle Holders Dolphin

judy — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 17:19:57 +0000

We’re offering a pair of solid brass candlestick holders in the shape of a dolphin or egret. The holder has a cup for catching the wax and a handle for carrying from room to room. The candle comes completely apart for easy cleaning. They are in pristine condition. Circa 1900.
Period: Early 20th Century
Height 4”
Diameter: 4”
Diameter to Handle: 4 ½”
Price: $175.00

French Brass Cherub Candle Holders

judy — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 17:07:44 +0000

We’re offering a pair of solid brass French Style Brass Candle Stick Holders in the shape of cherubs. The adorable cherubs are holding a bunch of grapes in one hand and in the other a base for the candles. They are draped with swag on their stomach and the base at the bottom has flowers & leaves. The candlesticks are supported on three feet. Circa 1940’s.

Height 11 ¼”
Diameter: 5 ¼”
Price: $200.00 Pr.

BRONZE SCLUPTURE BY AUG MOREAU

judy — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:30:52 +0000

We’re offering a Bronze Sculpture signed Aug. Moreau of a boy & girl. She’s holding a beautiful bouquet of flowers. They are on top of a green marble base. The patina is a deep brown gold bronze coloring. The detail is crisp and sharp. Circa 20th Century.

Height: 9” with base
Width: 6” diameter of base
Height 7 3/4” sculpture
Width 7” sculpture

SOLD

Bradley & Hubbard Cast Iron Bookends

judy — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 01:32:31 +0000

You are looking at one of the best and, unquestionably, one of the rarer Cast Iron and Spelter Metal bookend pairs made by a company that was widely known by many as simply B&H. Highly regarded by curators, collectors and antique dealers, the Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company was one of the largest producers of decorative and functional iron pieces during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This fully figural Bradley & Hubbard pair is definitely old and authentic, from the early 1920s. Each piece features a quirky and quizzical old man – be he a wizard, gnome, or simply a grandfatherly type he is sitting in his nightgown and cap amidst hinged bookcases that hold some of his most treasured texts. How appropriate this pair would be for the collector of B&H items and those who are bibliophiles at heart. You will find this brilliant pair to be in good condition, with no chips, cracks, breaks or repairs to mention. The dark finish on the L-shaped bases shows minimal signs of wears from age and use and the golden, brass colored finish on the seated gents shows slightly more wear and some darkening. The two-piece construction is secure and retains the original screws that hold the figures on the bases. Both are marked with the B&H shop mark on the backsides. They are considered rare and valued accordingly. These Bradley and Hubbard pieces are sure to make a fine addition to any collection. These could be ideal for the Collector and Bookend Enthusiast. Circ 1920’s.

Period: Early 20th Century

Height: 5”
Weight: 6”
Depth 3 ½”
Price: Sold

Meissen Blue Onion Hot Water Dish Plate

judy — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 01:21:21 +0000

This Meissen Blue Onion Hot dish/plate was used to keep food warm by putting hot water in the bottom. The bottom is copper with silver plating. The plate has two handles, which fold down. The coloring is bright blue with white background. Pristine condition without any scratches, chips, cracks or repairs. Circa 1890

Period: Late 19th Century
Diameter: 10 ½”
Spout: 2”
Handles: ¾”
Height: 2”
Price: $175.00