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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

Fostoria Opalescent Epergne

judy — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:21:54 +0000

We’re offering an elegant Fostoria Opalescent Epergne in the Heirloom pattern. There are two pieces a large bowl and inserted into the bowl is a large lily which holds beautiful flowers. The bowl is 14”wide x 8” depth x 4 ½” high. The center flower holder is 8” high x 4 ¼” diameters. Just in time to adorn your holiday table with festive flowers for a most outstanding center piece. The condition is pristine without any chips, scratches or repairs.

$150.00

Nippon Urn Vase Hand Painted 12.5″

judy — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:42:30 +0000

We’re offering a beautiful Hand Painted Nippon Vase in the shape of an urn with double handles. The pattern is pink wild roses with green leaves and gold trim. On the stem you can see the thorns as it has such great detail. Gold encircles the top, bottom and handles with a slight loss of gold on the handles from being lovingly picked up over the years. The front is the best display of wild roses and there is one large one on the back. Overall size is 12 1/2” high and in pristine condition without any chips, cracks or repairs.

Price $350.00

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

French Millinery Paper Machete Head

judy — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:40:51 +0000

We’re offering a French Millinery Paper Machete Head. She has beautiful blue eyes and a sweet face. There are a few flaws such as a few discolorations and a slight crack on her neck. The imperfections are shown in the pictures. She’s in great shape for her age and would make a wonderful display. If she were perfect she’d be worth several hundred dollars. Because of her imperfections we’re only asking $150.00. Circa 1920’s.

Height: 13”
Width: 7”
Depth: 8”

SOLD

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

MARY GREGORY PERFUME BOTTLES

judy — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:56:03 +0000

We’re offering two Mary Gregory perfume bottles with stoppers. One has a hand painted boy and the other a girl. They are in pristine condition in the color of blue with white design. There aren’t any crack, chips or crazing. Circa 1920.

Period: Early 20th Century
Height: 6 ¼” with stopper
Height: 4 ½” without stopper
Diameter: 2 ½”
Stopper Diameter 1 ½”
Stopper Length 2 ¼”
Price: $ 300.00

Dutch Sterling Crystal Cigar Lighter

judy — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:25:13 +0000

We’re offering a unique Dutch sterling and crystal cigar table lighter. The sterling has floral designs and cartouches. The crystal is etched with floral designs. The base has a star cut on the bottom. The markings are J. M. Van Kempen and Son dated 1910. The wick has a sterling cover with chain. This is a rare beautiful find.

Period: Early 20th Century
Width: 2”
Height: 6”
Depth: 2”
Price: SOLD

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.

LADY AMHERST SILVER PHEASANTS

judy — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 01:03:35 +0000

A pair of Lady Amherst Silver pheasants signed Italy. They have great detail.
The condition is excellent. Circa 1935.

Period: Mid 20th Century
Female
Height: 5”
Width: 1 ¾”
Length 11 ½”
Male
Height 5 ½”
Width 2 ½”
Length 11 ½”
Price: SOLD

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

SUMMER FIREPLACE COVER SCREEN

judy — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 21:07:44 +0000

Summer Fireplace Cover or Screen Victorian Era. It has a central cartouche with flame finial torches on pedestals either side. There is leafage with bellflowers and copper plating finish. Circa 1890.

Period: 19th Century
Width: 24 ½”
Height: 30 1/3”
Price: sold

Ref: 2990

ONYX PEN HOLDER WITH SCOTTIE DOG

judy — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 21:37:04 +0000

Beautiful onyx penholder with a Scottie Dog.
The Bakelite penholder & the black metal Scottie Dog sit on an onyx base. Great condition without loss of paint and any scratches or chips. Circa 1920’s.

Period: Early 20th Century
Width: 7”
Height: 5”
Depth: 3”
Price: $150.00
Ref: 2778

CLOCK SITTER WITH GOLD WASH

judy — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 21:31:54 +0000

Lovely Spelter clock sitter. This lovely lady would sit on the top of a clock to add more a bit more decoration to an antique clock. She’s pot metal with a gold wash. In great condition with little loss of gold. Circa late 19th Century

Period: Late 19th Century
Width: 8”
Height: 9”
Depth: 3”

SOLD
Ref: 7227

Wine Coaster Silver Plated English

judy — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 19:14:26 +0000

We’re offering an English Wine Coaster Silver Plated. The coaster is in excellent condition with raised grape & leaf design. The bottom is lined with mahogany. There is a signature on the side of the coaster. Circa 1930’s

Period: Mid 19th Century
Height: 1 ¾”
Diameter: 7”
Price: $100.00
Ref: 5661