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RARE 17th to 19th c. European treasure: antique French sterling silver, Georgian jewelry, sewing etc
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$245 USDAntique Moser Etched Glass Compote or Bonbon, Gilded
Glass:Antique:Bohemian
Elegant & rare antique Moser compote, bonbon or centerpiece with scalloped rim, intaglio etched floral decoration and wonderful appeal! A bit small for a full blown centerpiece but this one would surely have been the opulent serving piece for berries, bonbon or chocolates! Unmarked but most likely Moser, possibly St. Louis and the decoration is as elegant as can be! Very good-excellent condition! Some wear to the gold enamel and one small rim chip. See pictures for measurements.
Antiques:Antique Micromosaic
Well, here is a spectacular and rare find! The magnificent King Charles Spaniel you see depicted here in tiniest sand-sized colored glass tesserae is almost assuredly, if not by Aguatti, himself, certainly by a follower or contemporary influenced by his artistry in mosaic. There is no signature, which is quite to be expected, yet the 'signature' look, pose and curled glass tesserae help us to identify this one as at least 'apres' or 'after the master, Cesare Aguatti. We'll include images of a ...
$5,495 USD60pc Set Elegant Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Set: Henin & Vivier silversmith, 3550 grams
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Absolutely gorgeous antique French Napoleon III to Belle Epoque era 60pc sterling silver flatware set with elegant scrolling patterns and all in fabulous condition! This set comes in two matching black leatherette storage boxes or chests, all pieces matching with interlaced monograms and all pieces in great shape! A full four piece table setting for twelve, a service for eighteen in the smaller luncheon, entremet or dessert sized pieces. All bear the post 1837 French Minerve hallmark, 1st tier ...
$695 USDFine 14k Gold Men's Jules Jurgenson Dress Watch, Diamonds
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Vintage:Misc. Gold Watch, Timepiece
A spectacular find, this vintage 14k yellow gold gentleman's dress watch is running as beautifully as it looks. The elegant black enameled face/dial is set with diamonds to mark the hours, with a crown at the 12 o'clock position. Sweep second hand marks the seconds and the date is displayed on the dial, as well, in place of the 6 o'clock. Leather band is super, watch appears to have been worn only very seldom, and is in great condition. Buckle is also 14k gold and band and buckle are original to ...
$395 USDLG Vintage Black Forest 17" Inkstand: Inkwell with Bear Figure, Perpetual Calendar & Drawer
Antiques:Black Forest Carvings
Isn't this one great! Huge, the size a bit more impressive than the detail but impressing nonetheless. I'm beginning to thing that we should have just replaced those crazy red eyes :), we'd be happy to do so with something a bit less attention getting (and more suitable for what is otherwise a truly fabulous piece). Massive! The inkwell is in the form of a tree stump, the bear shown standing just behind it with his front paws on the side of another taller stump. The second stump also hollowed ...
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Antique
Unusual, yes. This is a magnificent Georgian era micromosaic plaque that has been salvaged from some grand parure, no doubt, and dates 1700s to very earliest 1800s, but which has been beautifully remounted in Victorian era to this lovely ornate English sterling silver repousse bracelet. It was surely a bespoke or 'one-off' custom made mount and bracelet, it fits the older mosaic just perfectly. The addition of the Persian turquoise is a Victorian aesthetic choice that further enhances the appeal ...
$495 USDAntique French PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver Serving Pair, Box
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Elegant antique French PUIFORCAT hallmarked sterling silver & vermeil 11" salad serving implement set, two original pieces with Empire or Classical style handles, gilded bowls and fitted presentation or storage box! Yes, Puiforcat marks on this gorgeous pair! The best of the best, Puiforcat has always been synonymous with quality, elegance, panache and, as a matter of fact, is now owned by the equally renowned Hermes, Paris! Can't beat that combination, a match made in heaven. A truly elegant ...
$1,295 USDAntique French Sterling Silver & Crystal Cruet Stand, SWANS!
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Absolutely exquisite antique French Napoleon III era sterling silver oil & vinegar cruet stand, an amazing Empire style caddy with swan figures and two wheel cut crystal & silver decanters! Stunning! Both the sterling base and extensively cut decanters are of the highest quality, .950 silver in the base and masterfully cut facets over the entirety of each bottle! An eye-catcher to say the least! Elegant French Empire style with the figural swans on the front, back and sides of the caddy. ...
$895 USDAntique Interior Miniature Painting, French Bronze Frame
Fine Art:Paintings:Miniature Paintings, Grand Tour
Superb interior view of 18th century France, fussing over Grandmere for her grandson’s visit. The painting is on thin wafer, you see 2 age cracks that traverse the length of the painting in one spot and slightly past half length in another, and yet the painting is firm in its frame and well protected within the original French bronze frame, mat and polished beveled cover glass. A magnificent painting, even with its age showing thus. Signed by artist, bottom left. Frame is original and retains ...
$795 USDAntique French Sterling Silver 11" Serving Tray: Veyrat, 620gm
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Elegant antique French Napoleon III to Belle Epoque era 11" sterling silver serving tray or charger, elegant shaped & fluted bordering with large ornate interlaced monogram! A beautiful piece, perfect as an under tray for a large covered legumier or tureen (as shown in the last image) or as a stand alone serving tray! Thick, heavy old French silver with the Mercure or Mercury hallmark, 2nd titre designates .800 silver content so it's not quite at the .925 standard for sterling silver but solid ...
$895 USDAntique Snuff Box, Grizaille Enamel Plaque, 15K Gold - Hallmarks and tested. Superb!
Antiques:Antique Boxes/Caddies
I have not yet researched the hallmarks and rather anticipated the gold would test 18k on this stunning old snuff box, but in fact we have a test of 15k gold, instead. That eliminates it from being French, though the style is certainly French, since neither the marks nor the 15k standard are historically French goods. But what we do have here is a kiln-fired enamel plaque, beautifully done in 'grisaille' or monocromatic shades of gray, and then with an applied accented background of deep pink to ...
$1,595 USDAntique Victorian Brooch, 15K Gold 1 ct. Diamond, Emamel & Pearls - Locket Back Mourning Memento
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Antique
Well, simply "WOW!", isn't it! A magnificent late Georgian to very early Victorian mourning brooch or sentimental jewelry item meant to house a lock of hair in the glass-covered locket in back, and worn in honor of a loved one. The natural seed and 4 - 4.5 mm pearls symbolize the tears of the wearer, and the deep cobalt blue enamel represents the night sky at dusk into which the loved one has departed into the vastness of heaven. And the diamond represents the star or brilliance of heaven. ...
$495 USDAntique French Liqueur Decanter Set, Camel, Palais Royal - Caberet or tantalus-like set for table
Antiques:Decorative Arts
Whimsical, delightful antique French Napoleon III era Palais Royal style liquor caddy or cabaret, a camel this time, complete with gilt ormolu pannier, blown glass liquor barrel and four mug style cups or cordials! It has been years since we've had about 6 or 7 of these fantastic figural animal-themed sets over time, and even a Blackamoor set which is really the rarest of all. These come in elephants, mules or donkeys, monkeys, as well as the camel you see here, and were items sold in the ...
$1,195 USDFine HP Frnech Antique Portait Miniature, Large Table Snuff in Ivory
Antiques:Ivory
This one is in heartbreakingly fine condition, and the painting is one of the most charming ever. A young woman just in the bud of blossoming womanhood, dressed in her 'as yet unfilled' shirred bosom gown of 'Blue Boy' blue, reminds me so much of a Gainsborough or similar portrait - is it only all that blue? I'm not sure, but the painting is just ever so fine and appealing! She could well be the daughter of Marie-Antoinette and Louis XVI, don't you agree? And perhaps the painting is after a ...
$495 USDAntique Flower Encrusted Porcelain Basket, Jardiniere, 1820s
Porcelain:Antique
With a mark that some will confuse with Meissen, we think this piece is one made in 1820s by Minton, instead. The Dresden crossed-swords mark used in underglaze blue on a type of floral encrusted porcelain. (sometimes confused with Coalport ware) 1820's Minton. The age and type are consistent, and we remain uncertain of the marks, so will not note in our title which mark this might be. Charming as can be, even though there are some chips of petals, the piece shows and displays very well and we ...
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Fabulous antique French sterling silver & pottery custard pot pair, a delightful combination of colorful old continental pottery & ornate French silver by well respected silversmith, Henri LAPEYRE, 49 rue Meslay, PARIS , whose work there commenced in 1895 Aren't these the cutest! Elegant old French sterling silver collars & lids, both with rocailles styling and immense visual appeal. A wonderful pair to compliment an existing silver service or, great little decorative pieces! Good-very good ...
$195 USD19th Century Opaline & Enamel Candlestick Pair - RARE!
Glass:Antique:French
Another of our beautiful old French art glass items, this pair of enameled opaline candle holders are the perfect addition to your Holiday table, or what about a guest room bedside table; your master bath; mantle? Anywhere a little beauty will please you. These are wonderful, truly. The thick impasto enamel on them is just scrumptious! I have my suspicions that these were cut down from original state as vases, but even so, they're grand as candlesticks. Very chic and 1800s, to boot! Great low ...
$125 USDSuper Antique Sterling Silver Wax Seal, or Pipe Tamping Tool
Antiques:Desktop Items
Some question here as to the reason why these 'sealing wax stamps' or 'seals' are not monogrammed, and some will tell you they were made like this to be used as a tamping tool for pipe smoking. I just think they're seals that didn't get monograms engraved or set to them, but we'll let you pipe experts tell us if we're wrong. We're calling them 'seals' or as the French say, 'sceau' or more to the point, 'cachet'. This one has no monogram, no damage, and is marked 'sterling' so is likely an ...
$395 USDSet of 3 Antique French Sterling Silver Top Vanity Perfume Flasks
Antiques:Antique Perfume & Cologne Bottles
Likely from Baccarat, but we don't see a signature and can't be certain, but the set is a stunning example of French cut crystal and finely worked sterling silver caps over stoppered jars - finest quality, and sure to be a most elegant addition to your collection or vanity/dresser top. The set includes 3 graduated sizes, each in fine shape. Very good to excellent condition. No chips or cracks in any of the 3 bottles, and only mild push to a spot or two on lids. The most serious flaw is the one ...
$795 USDSet of 12 Antique French Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Knives
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Rare antique French Napoleon III era 12pc sterling silver & solid carved mother of pearl 7 3/4" entremet knife set, superb condition and immense appeal! Very rare to find sets of these old pearl handled knives, much more so with hallmarked sterling silver blades and all in this well cared for condition. Easily incorporated into an existing fine silver service and the flair the pearl brings always creates a truly beautiful display! Excellent condition. No chips or damage to the pearl, no flaws to ...
Silver:Antique:French Sterling Silver
Fabulous antique French Napoleon III era sterling silver cream or sauce pot with original carved rosewood or mahogany handle and ornate rococo styling! Silversmith marks for Leon Lapar (c.1878-1897), a Tetard successor and in wonderful condition. Rocailles decoration around the rim, otherwise a rather subtle, yet completely elegant little old French sterling silver serving piece. Very good-excellent condition! No dents or damage to the silver, no breaks or repairs to the handle. See pictures for ...
$245 USDDressy Domed 14K and Diamond Anniversary or Cocktail Ring
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Vintage
Big and impressive on the hand, and lovely here in it's own vintage presentation box, this vintage or estate ring will surely please. Fits me and if I had more fingers (or more places to wear beautiful rings & jewelry) I'd have this one on. It's a lovely gift ring, in the style often referred to as an anniversary ring, sending a glittering sky full of diamonds across the dome of the ring, it represents an eternity of years together, I'm told. The ring is vintage; came to me from Europe and is ...
$595 USDAntique French 2nd Empire Candlestick Pair, Marble Base - Dore bronze double branch
Antiques:Furniture & Light Fixtures
A perfect antique pair for your mantel or dining table, these Napoleon III era (Second Empire, c. 1840-70) double branch candelabrum on white marble plinth are in fabulous condition and set the stage for your ambiant and well-appointed home and entertaining. Long creamy white tapers with clear crystal bobeche will finish these off beautifully and make them your favorite set. We use some similar ones at our dining table. The low profile is great for conversations, elevates the mood of the table, ...
$395 USDSuperb Antique Italian Micro Mosaic 5" Crucifix, ROME Souvenir
Antiques:Antique Micromosaic
Wonderful and unique antique Napoleon III to Belle Epoque era Italian micro mosaic 5" crucifix or cross, an amazing array of floral inlays with two architectural style mosaics, beautiful floral inlays and "Roma" marking, a Grand Tour souvenir of Rome! One of us having been to Rome several times over the last few years, we can attest to the magnificent deal you're getting here and with all of our mosaics (if you're lucky enough to find some in Italy, they'd all be priced at least twice what we ...
$495 USDPristine 1800s Tortoise Shell - Tortoiseshell Carnet du Bal or Aide Memoire, Silver
Antiques:Antique Tortoise Shell Items
Deepest chocolate tortoise shell inlaid with fine reticulated sterling silver, and in such pristine condition that the 1848 intaglio printed calendar remains inside, undamaged. Tiny pencil is intact, and the interior is also just immaculate. This one is truly a gem among antique tortie carnets & aide memoire. A bit to the small side, it really sets itself apart from the rest with all its gigantic appeal. Very good to excellent condition all the way on this one! Look at all the 'extras' inside!
$395 USDAntique Victorian 14k Gold Cannetille & Carved Coral Brooch
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Antique
Another of my London finds, this one a real treat both for its obvious visual appeal and fabulous condition. The brooch tests as 14k to 15k gold, a striking array of gold wire filigree arranged in rosette or coiled scrolls (cannetille). Five carved coral insets, each hand carved in fine detail. Mother's Day is coming right up, it's not too late :).... Very good condition. A tiny chip to the top edge of the center coral inset, possibly a few missing gold beads along the very top. The box is not ...
$1,895 USDAntique Victorian Black Forest Carved 14" Shelf PAIR, Hunt Theme with Game Birds & Foliage
Antiques:Black Forest Carvings
IMPRESSIVE - These are 14" tall, the bird figures in solid wood and quite large as well. Fantastic antique Victorian era wall or bracket shelf PAIR, each beautifully hand carved in old European hardwood and with that highly sought after Black Forest hunt style with game bird figures and superb overhanging foliage! Aren't these great! Just in from Europe and both remarkable in size and condition. Some things we find, we just know we'll forever regret it when they sell and we have to send them ...
$1,995 USDAntique French Faux Tortoise Shell & Ormolu Jewelry Casket, HUGE size - Faux Tortoiseshell
Antiques:Antique Tortoise Shell Items
Early 1800s French faux tortoise shell caskets were made of bronze or ormolu framework onto which steamed slabs of manmade or 'casein' tortoise shell were mounted, with nothing backing it. That left the shell vulnerable to damage and these older ones are rare to find. The distinctive style of them remains immensely appealing and popular, though far too many were lost to the ages. A bit later, by 1840-60s, French faux tortoise shell caskets such as this very large one you see here, preserved ...
Silver:Antique:800/1000 Silver
A wonderful complete 6pc set of antique continental .800 silver marked napkin ring, egg cup & spoon set for two: His & Her pieces in rich vermeil or gilded silver with guilloche style decoration and original fitted presentation box! Likely a wedding gift, there are six pieces total making up this 3pc setting for two. Each set has its owner's monogram, the last initial the same so they must be married....don't you think? A complete set, rare. I can see "800" markings on several, possibly all, of ...
$1,595 USDAntique Victorian 15K Gold Red Coral Parure, Cameo - Brooch and Earrings, Cameo, original box
Antique & Vintage Jewelry:Antique
Fully 3" long - A wonderful neo-gothic Victorian parure in 15k yellow gold that presents a stunning 'Napoli' Grand Tour bas relief-carved red coral cameo. How rare to find the set still together and still in the original presentation box, domed top and split leather clad. Surely a souvenir of someone's Grand Tour circa 1840-60, perhaps a little earlier, though 15k does help us date it. Large and elegantly proportioned for high impact when worn, it's a set you'll love to wear or display. When in ...
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