A fine pair of French ormolu/ bronze-mounted rouge griotte marble urns with bronze mask handles, leaves with a flame finial top.
Circa 1880
11” Wide x 10” Deep x 24.5” High
$19,500
A pair of Italian winged lions carved wood with original gilded finish. Some losses to tips of wings . Circa 1780-1810. On custom stands.
18” Wide x 1.25” Deep x 9” High
$2250
An Italian miniature table top commode chest with exotic inlaid woods.
Circa 1780-1800. Very fine French polish.
18.25” Wide x 9.25” Deep x 12” High
$2850
Pair of bronze doré Byzantine style angels with original green color over bronze on the wings. Mounted on lucite stands.
7” Wide x 4” Deep x 8.5” High
$1195
A Japanese Cloisonné Nobleman with gold stone mounted in forehead. Stone is slightly chipped but otherwise in mint condition. Circa 1890.
12.5” Wide x 11.75” Deep x 21.5” High
$3500
Large marble urn with curved two handled arms and well detailed bronze dore faces. Mark different from base marble. 19th century, Italy. Urn only is nineteen and three quarters inches high.
17" Wide x 14" Deep x 24.5" High
$7850
An english wood Writing Desk inlaid with abalone and mother of pearl. The lock is signed by maker in London, England. Circa 1860.
10" Wide x 14" Deep x 4" High
$3450
Large carved wood and with original gilding of Pope Gregory with a mitre shaped like a crown. Circa 1820, Italian.
The wood surround, 18th century Rocco highly carved with leaves is not included in sale of bishop with mitre
10ʺ Wide × 8ʺ Deep × 22.5ʺ High
$3,950
Circa 1870, English tortoiseshell tea caddy with sunburst design. It is absolutely the finest one I’ve ever owned! No cracks no restoration absolutely mint.
7.5" Wide x 4" Deep x 7.5" High
$8450
A heavy French greco tazza with griffins and paw feet. Attributed to artist Ferdinand Levillain. Greek writing in center of the solid gilded bronze. Circa 1860. 17.25 lbs.
14.25" Diameter x 12.25" High
$2950
Perhaps influenced from an Austro-Hungarian omnipresent emblem of the 15th, 16th century of the Habsburg dynasty. The mirror 19th century, circa1870.
19” Wide x 2.5” Deep 25” High
$2850
Large leather dog collar with wonderful scrolled brass, heavy. This collar is
very ornate and the dog must have belonged to a nobleman or a Princess in the 19th century. Probably Russian or French.
Circa 1890
Collar 7.5” x 2.5”
$2750
Circa 1900
12.75 in. Overall 7.75 inches handle only. 5 in. Wide.
Great conversation piece.
$2650
A French blue enamel napkin box with red Moroccan leather and carved steel silver mounts. The leather pushes in with a spring mounted red leather lid, very rare. Circa 1870.
6.25" Wide x 6.25" Deep x 6.5" High
$1450
A 17th century silver mounted Coromandel wood with mother of pearl inlay traveling box
with an Interior fitted with drawers and a reliquary cabinet. With key.
20ʺ Wide × 13ʺ Deep × 15ʺ High
$9500
Antique English shagreen cased six sided wooden tea caddy with nice silver mounts, bone finial and undivided interior. Comes with small silver pin to unlock. Missing two of its small silver feet. Circa 19th century.
7" Wide x 4.5" Deep x 6.5" High
$4750
A set of three carved Faberge style rock crystal bears with genuine diamond eyes circled with a gold rim. All sitting upon a large crystal and mounted on a marble base. Vintage, circa 1980s.
11" Wide x 6.5" Deep x 6.5" High
$8750
Japanese decorative woven box. Late Edo/Early Meiji Japanese box, with mother-of-pearl and ceramic inlay in autumnal leaf motif. Complete with working lock and key. Circa 1790-1820.
14.5" Wide x 9" Deep x 11" High
$5850
A beautiful renaissance revival red velvet with gilt bronze doré letter box with shields and putti. In the style of EF Caldwell (1851–1914), not signed. Circa 1890, New York, US.
12" Wide x 7.5" Deep x 10" High
$2450
A set of twelve Stoviglie malachite plates by Piero Fornasetti with gold designs of pitchers, gilt cup and saucer, urns, vases, curette and more. Circa 1950, Italy. Ref. Fornasetti, the complete Universe, Barnaba Fornasetti. Pg.614, #162 plate with gilt cup and saucer.
10" Diameter x .75" High
$14,500
An exquisite blend of elegance and functionality, this tortoiseshell double inkwell is a true collector's delight. With its stunning glass inkwells, brass accents, and convenient storage drawer, it's a timeless piece that adds a touch of sophistication to any desk. A must-have for those who appreciate the artistry of vintage treasures. England circa 1870.
11" Wide x 9.25" Deep x 8" High
$2950
18th century flame-stitch wallet from New England, probably Massachusetts or Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. Stitch is in a flame pattern in red green yellow, blue and brown. Opens to two pockets on each side. Circa 1780.
Some losses on the edges otherwise in excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
9" Wide x .5" Deep x 5" High
$3850
A Limited Edition, hand painted, English fine bone china pair of Royal Worcester Magnolia Warblers. One of the most important pair in the American Bird Series. Shape number: 3429 & 3430. Premier size, authentic hallmark.
14” Wide x 10” Deep x 16” High
$4500
Spanish Colonial inlaid bone and faux tortoiseshell domed top box. Original hammered iron hinges. Circa 1680-1740. Excellent condition and very rare.
11.75” Wide x 5” Deep x 5.75” High
$4850
A set of six red transparent Venetian glass plates hand painted with horses and chariots and robed warriors. Circa 19th century
7’ Diameter x .5” High
$1950
Christofle Gilded Candlesticks - A Pair
Finest quality of Christofle of gilding and bronze there is. Finely gilded with leaves and florals. Each are signed. France, 1890-1900.
5.7" Square x 15.75" High
$7450
A pair of 19th century French sconces with painted flowers and laurel base. Wrought iron candle arm and distressed mirror plate.
Surface is clean and stable but with multiple small losses and repairs.
19" Wide x 9.5" Deep x 35" High
$1850
Set of Eight Capodimonte Armorial Porcelain Plates
Neoclassical Style Polychrome Border
The gilt center with a coats of arms is surrounded by blue, yellow and orange flowers.
To use for service it is suggested too layer with a clear glass plate on top.
Circa 1930’s
Excellent condition without chips or cracks with wear consistent with age.
0.5” Diameter x 1.25” High
$2,200
Italian Carved Wood Gilded Eagle Wall Hanging
Circa 1860
Excellent condition for age.
$1,195
Capodimonte Plaques In Hard Stone Frames Featuring Agate, Jasper And Lapis - A Pair
19th Century
Hard stone frames featuring agate, jasper and lapis.
Military conquest and allegorical scenes.
Ornamental Bronze Mounts
9.25” Wide x 12” High x 1.25” Deep
$2,250
A pair of 19th century needlepoint wall sconce candle holders with figures and florals. Framed in red velvet with gilt trim. Some wax residue in candle sockets.
19.5” Wide x 3.5” Deep x 27” High
$4250
A pair of Chinese Mongolian style solid silver roosters engraved and inlaid with mother of pearl and turquoise. China, circa 1850.
20" Wide x 4.5" Deep x 10.5" High
$3950
An exquisite kashkul (begging bowl) used by a Dervish, a Sufic ascetic. This kashkul has been created from the hollowed out huh of a Coco de Mer palm nut. A band of finely worked silver-damascened steel runs the entire length of the rim, with large shaped cartouches extending down the bow and stern.
Calligraphic inscriptions in nastaliq script are inlaid in silver to fill the steel band. Silver inlays further been used to accent the spearhead motif extending down the sides of the hull. The Coco deMer displays a fine warm, dark patina inside and out, while the steel is bright and resplendent.
The holes are for attaching a chain, so the the kashkul could be worn over the shoulder or hung when not in use. It is believed to be late 18th or early 19th century.
10.5” Wide x 5.5” Deep x 4” High
$3850
A pair of Sheffield silver plated urns with rams heads and faces. Each urn is etched with a coronet (crown ) to the body. Some silver missing off of the bases. English circa 1850.
10" Wide x 8" Deep x 16" High
$3950
A pair of partial gilt and patinated bronze two light figural putti candelabra on marble basis after Michelle Claude Clodion. France, circa 1860.
10" Wide x 6" Deep x 17.5" High
$1450
Authentic Matador Torero suit of lights with inscription on inside of vest. Beautiful aubergine colored silk and silver thread throughout circa 1920. Eighteen inches wide shoulder to shoulder, twenty-one inches shoulder to end of sleeve and 20 inches from the top of neck to bottom of vest. Excellent condition. Has been worn in bullfights showing some minor wear.
18" Wide x 5" Deep x 41" High
$3250
Rare 18th century Italian jardiniere carved wood gilded with inset genuine mineral stones colored agates, raised on four legs. When turned upside down there are faces seen on each foot. Large oval agate cracked. Circa 1780-1800, very rare never seen one before.
10.5” Wide x 8” Deep x 8” High
$3250
Rare English fall front writing desk in burl walnut and blue eglomise painted oval panels. Ten panels inside painted with flowers and fruit surrounded with blue trim. Inside fitted with drawers.Circa 1780-1820.
18" Wide x 10" Deep x 9" High
$3250
A wonderful collection of early 20th century carved bone fishing hooks and misc fishing gear in a wood frame. Front the Northwest coast of the United States. Inside glass is 16" x 15.75".
23.5" Wide x 2" Deep x 23.5" High.
$1950
17th century Spanish colonial box carved wood with original iron mounts. The center latch has 2 birds which represents the Habsburg family crest. Some losses to wood carving. Circa 1680-1720.
11.25’ Wide x 6.5” Deep x 7.5” High
$1750
Victorian beaded fire screen with petitpoint faces. England circa 1870. Two small bead loss. See photos. The screen portion is 15.75" x 19"
15.75" Wide x 15.75 " Deep x 39' High
$1950
Pair of gilded putti with wings on green glass bases. Signed Legnaachi. Italiy, circa mid 20th century. The bases are 3.75 " x 3.5".
5.5" Wide x 3.5" Deep x 12.5" High
$2295
Rare Dutch 18th century Tortoiseshell box with rippled serpentine sides embellished with silver mounts and mobility silver ball feet. Circa 1780-1820.
9.5" Wide x 6.5" Deep x 3.5" High
Some small cracks in the lid, barely noticeable otherwise in excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
$3250
A very rare 19th century Meissen tea pot and stand with bronze doré and flowers. Two faces mounted on the sides Marked on the bottom.
8” Wide x 9” Deep x 14.25” High
$1650
Paper mache jewel casket Mandarin scene in abalone and mother of pearl. Boox has bronze figural mounts. With key. Circa 1850, England. With key. Provenance, James Carville and Mary Matalin.
12” Wide x 6” Deep x 4” High
$2450
Made of plush grey, black and raspberry red with the R logo in the center. Has half inch tear in the black leather interior otherwise in very good condition.
12” Wide x 8” High / With Straps 20.5” Overall
$450
A pair of 1840 French imperial green marble bookends with mounted Cremona bolts. With handled knobs. High quality bronze doré. Circa 1840.
5.5” Wide x 9” Deep x 7” High
$1750
A large two piece jardiniere and stand with glass stones resembling fine turquoise and opal. Signed BRETBY art pottery-Clanta ware. English, Circa 1890.
11" Diameter x 39" High
$1950
A wonderful set of fourteen grand tour intaglios and victorian lava stone cameos mounted in a red velvet shadow box frame. Circa 1890s. The larges is cameo and a quarter by one and a half high.
9.75" Wide x 1.5" Deep x 12.75" High
$1650
A pair of Chinese acupuncture figures hand painted with Chinese characters. On round wooden bases. The male is 33" tall and the female 32" tall. Circa 1860. A 43" tall pair sold in London in September, 2019 for $22,864.
8.5" Wide x 8" Deep x 33" High
$4500
Grand tour Moser Bohemian flashed red crystal box. The interior fitted with two
original scent bottles. All bronze dore in very bright condition. All in mint condition. With key. Circa 1890.
6.5" Wide x 4.5" Deep x 4.5" High
$2850
Rene Lalique Tete De Coq hood ornament (car glass mascot). 20th century. French reproduced from original marketed by Rene Lalique et Cie as a paperweight. Model: 1137, circa 1928.
7" Wide x 2.75" Deep x 7.25" High
$750
Antique Japanese red and black lacquer over porcelain compote. With French bronze doré acorn finial, pedestal, trim and handles. Circa 1890.
14" Wide x 10.5" Deep x 14.5" High
$2250
F. Rambaud signed purple fluted marble urn with bronze doré mounts, handles and lid with Paris foundry mark. Circa 1870.
9.25ʺ Wide × 7ʺ Deep × 20ʺ High
$3,250
A late 19th century to circa 1900 red velvet photo book with twenty seven old photos of American Indians. The engraved silver ornament on front was added at a later date to give a North American Indian feel.
10.75" Wide x 8.75" Deep x 2.75" High
$695
A Coco de Mer nut on custom made lucite stand. The Coco de Mer seed nut is the largest in the world and only found in th Seychelles islands. Circa early 20th century. From the cabinet of curiosities, collection of Seward Kennedy. New York City.
Custom made lucite stand. 13.5" Wide x 5.75" Deep
Nut. 13" Wide x 13" High x 6.5" Deep
13.5" Wide x 6.5" Deep x 13" High
$2650
A Bugbear coconut tea caddy mounted on a silver dolphin base. Bugbear coconuts were carved by sailors on long voyages in the 18th and early 19th centuries.
6.5" Wide x 4.5" Deep x 7.5" High
$3250
A Patu a club style weapon used by the Maori tribe from New Zealand. A similar one is in the Michael C. Rockefeller wing at the Metropolitan Museum, New York City.
This Patu is made of you Jade. 19th-20th New Zealand.
4" Wide x .5" Deep x 12" High
$4500
A pair of Royal Worcester mid 20th century Feijoa and Ladybird bone china figurines by Dorothy Doughty. Signed on bottom.
Very good condition. One stem missing. Some restorations to leaves.
10" Wide x 7.5" Deep x 12" High
$1295
A pair of Royal Worcester, bone china, Scissor Tailed Flycatchers by Dorothy Doughty .These are very difficult to find in great condition, and very rare they hang on the wall. Mid 20th century mint condition.
17" Wide x 7" Deep x 25" High
$1250
A near pair of 19th century, Italian hand carved armorial crest, pediments with crowns, eagles and lions. The carvings are beautifully executed. Each pediment displays a unique royal crown and shield carved below. One shield with three mallets has the words “DIO E IL DUCA”, God and the Duke. The other shield with lions consists of flanked eagles with their wings outstretched along with grapes on vines and a carved ribbon below the shield. The shield is flanked by stalks of greenery, flowers, roses, and daisies and others complete the design of each shield. Circa 1870.
Excellent good antique condition with normal wear for their age. Some old repairs.
30" Wide x 5" Deep x 22" High
$11,500
Black Forest, carved wood, whip designed in the shape of a dog wearing a hat and glass eyes. Attached to the back is a music box. Circa 1870, Switzerland.
4" Wide x 3" Deep x 15" High
$3250
An 18th century Italian carved wood and gilded, sitting robed saint with glass eyes. One hand missing otherwise and very good condition, no shrinking cracks or losses to lacquer. Can be hung on the wall. Circa 1870.
8.5" Wide x 8" Deep x 18.5" High
$1850
A very rare Scottish snuff mull with carved water buffalo with ears and eyes. At the opposite end a silver thistle with opening for snuff. Circa 1820.
1.5" Wide x 1.5" Deep x 5" High
$1250
A pair of 18th century hand carved wooden Italian polychrome urns in flambeau, flame torches. Circa 1800.
4.5" Diameter x 13.75" High
$1750
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