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Fine Pair Victorian Bisque Boy & Girl Figurines, 21" High

$425 USDFine Pair Victorian Bisque Boy & Girl Figurines, 21" High

Antiques:Accessories:By Period Style:Victorian:Bisque:Figurines:Boy:Girl:Hand Painted:Porcelain
A very beautiful pair of antique (circa late 1800s) Victorian figurines. The figurines are made of bisque porcelain and are hand painted with excellent attention to detail. They are huge with the boy standing 21 1/4" high x 7 3/8" in diameter at the base and the girl just slightly smaller, the pair is very heavy weighing 18 pounds. The only mark is a tiny number "24", there is no makers mark but they are certainly French or German in origin. The Boy figurine is in excellent condition. The girl ...
Victorian Oil Painting, Lady at a Window, Listed, Mongredie

$295 USDVictorian Oil Painting, Lady at a Window, Listed, Mongredie

Fine Art:Paintings:By Period Style:19th Century:Victorian:Oil Painting:Lady At A Window:Portrait:Listed:Mongredie
A lovely antique Victorian Oil Painting depicting a lady at a window. The painting is executed on canvas and is signed in the lower right "Mongredie", there is an initial before it which looks like an "A". There is a New Zealand artist "H Mongredie" so it might be one and the same. The painting is in the original wood frame, the frame has gesso decorations and a gold painted finish (there are losses, see photos). Overall dimensions are 18 1/2" x 16 7/8" with the frame and the canvas when ...
Fine Watercolor, Courting Couple & Whippet Dog Listed Gustave David

$450 USDFine Watercolor, Courting Couple & Whippet Dog Listed Gustave David

Fine Art:Paintings:By Period Style:French:European:Victorian:Whippet:Dog:19th Century:Watercolor:Portrait:Listed:Gustave David
A fine antique painting depicting a Courting Couple and their Whippet dog. The painting is executed in watercolors and is beautifully painted with excellent attention to detail. It is signed "G. David" on the lower left which represents Gustave David (1824-1891) of France, he is a listed artist. The painting looks like it is in the original frame which is wood with gesso and a gilt gold finish (it has losses). The original glass was replaced with a non-glare UV protected piece to prevent fading ...
Pair Nautical Yacht, Ship Gimbal Candle Lamps Sconces

$225 USDPair Nautical Yacht, Ship Gimbal Candle Lamps Sconces

Antiques:Lamps, Lighting:Maritime:Nautical:Candle Holder:Candlestick:Yacht:Gimbal:Candle Lamps:Sconces
A rare find! We are offering a wonderful set of brass Gimbal Lamps. The lamps came from a Yacht in Toms River, New Jersey. They are made of brass and feature the original wall mount brackets and frosted glass shades. The lamps will remain suspended in a horizontal position regardless of any motion hence the design for a sailing ship. The lamps have a push up candle light source. They are 13 1/2" high including the shades x 6" deep and the brackets are 3 1/4" x 1 7/8". Both Yacht Lamps are in ...
Nice Silverplate Spaniel Dog Sculpture or Doorstop Signed JB

$195 USDNice Silverplate Spaniel Dog Sculpture or Doorstop Signed JB

Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Animal:Dog:Canine:Spaniel:Sculpture:Metalware:Silverplate:Jenning Brothers:Figurine
A nice old sculpture or doorstop depicting a Spaniel Dog. The sculpture is made of metal with a silver plate finish and is signed "JB, 3004, Pat Appld For" which represents the Jenning Brothers Company. This is a large piece measuring 10 1/2" long x 7" high and 3" wide, it is very heavy weighing just over 4 1/2 pounds. I think it was meant to be a sculpture but because of the weight it might have been meant to be used as a doorstop. The Spaniel Dog is in very good overall condition with no chips ...
19thC Porcelain Pug Dog Figurine

$85 USD19thC Porcelain Pug Dog Figurine

Porcelain:Antique:Figurine:Pug:Dog:By Period Style:Victorian:19th Century:European:German:English:Staffordshire
A nice antique (circa 1860-1870s) porcelain Pug. The Pug Dog is realistically modeled and even has his tongue sticking out (which is very pug like!). He is on a pedestal base with some cold painted details. The porcelain pug is not marked but looks European in origin, possible German. Overall dimensions are 3 1/4" high and 3 3/4" x 2 3/8" at the base. He is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines or repairs. The only thing to note is wear to the cold paint, see photos. ...
19thC Bust Depicting an Elizabethan Queen or Lady

$195 USD19thC Bust Depicting an Elizabethan Queen or Lady

Antiques:Accessories:Sculpture:By Period Style:Victorian:European Elizabethan:Bust:Metalware:Sculpture:Figurine
A nice antique (circa late 1800s) Victorian bust depicting a lovely lady. The bust depicts a regal woman wearing Elizabethan style clothing including a large starched lace collar. The woman is beautifully modeled with excellent attention to detail from the ringlets in her hair to the edges of the lace. This is a large piece measuring 11 7/8" high, 6 1/4" across her shoulders and 4" square at the base. The lady bust is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The only ...
Antique Asian Anthropomorphic Turtle Silver Teapot

$395 USDAntique Asian Anthropomorphic Turtle Silver Teapot

Antiques:Accessories:Silver:Silverplate:Teapot:By Period Style:Aesthetic:Asian:Chinese:Japanese:Victorian:Anthropomorphic:Turtle:Tortoise
A neat antique silver teapot in the figural form of a turtle, tortoise or dragon. The teapot has excellent attention to detail from the engraved turtle shell lid to the turtle finial and scaled feet. The spout is a dragon or turtle head and the feet are claws. The handle is ivory/bone. Each side of the teapot has a delicate hand engraved floral motif. Overall dimensions are 9" handle to spout x 4 1/4" wide and 4" high at the handle. I have looked the teapot over several times and cannot find any ...
19thC Victorian Angel Cast Iron Architectural Element

$100 USD19thC Victorian Angel Cast Iron Architectural Element

Antiques:Architectural:By Period Style:Victorian:Cast Iron:Angel:Garden:Plaque:19th Century
A nice antique (circa late 1800's) Victorian Angel ornament. I do not know what this is from but it could be a garden gate or architectural element. The Angel is made of cast iron and has an old gold painted finish. The finish is just a tad weathered but looks like it might have been under cover. The back is marked in the casting with numbers "156". Overall dimensions are 13 3/4" wide x 3 1/2 high. The cast iron Angel is in very good overall condition with no chips or cracks in the cast iron. ...
Antique Lithophane with 2 Beautiful Women, Lithopane

$150 USDAntique Lithophane with 2 Beautiful Women, Lithopane

Antiques:Accessories:By Period Style:Victorian:Porcelain:Portrait:Lithophane:Lithopane:Porcelain:European:Plaque
A nice antique (circa late 1800's) lithophane depicting 2 lovely ladies. The lithophane is made of thin porcelain and is well modeled with excellent attention to detail. It is marked "PPM 274". Overall dimensions are 8 1/8" x 6 1/2". The lithophane is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines or repairs. The lithophane would be lovely displayed in a window in a period Victorian decor. It is very pretty.
19thC Victorian Oil Lamp Glass Smoke Bell with Fleur de Lis

$100 USD19thC Victorian Oil Lamp Glass Smoke Bell with Fleur de Lis

Antiques:Lamps, Lighting:Smoke Bell:Glass:By Period Style:Victorian:French:Oil Lamp:Part:Fleur De Lis:Hanging Lamp
A very pretty antique Victorian smoke bell. Smokes Bells were used above an oil lamp to prevent smoke from staining a ceiling. This lovely example is decorated with French Fleur de Lis. The smoke bell is made of glass with an acid etched finish on the exterior, the Fleur de Lis are clear. There is a brass hanger on the top. Overall dimensions are 7 7/8" in diameter x approximately 4" with the hanger. The smoke bell is in very good overall condition with no chips or cracks. There are some ...
c1930 Art Deco Dancing Duo Bookends Pompeian Bronze Paul Herzel

$225 USDc1930 Art Deco Dancing Duo Bookends Pompeian Bronze Paul Herzel

Collectibles:Art Deco:Metalware:Bronze:Dancing Duo:Bookends:Pompeian Bronze:Paul Herzel
A rare set of Art Deco Bookends. The bookends were designed by Paul Herzel and made by Pompeian Bronze in 1930. They depict a semi nude woman and a gentleman dancing. These bookends are rated rare in the Encyclopedia of Bookends reference book. They are signed "Paul Herzel". Each bookend measures approximately 11" high and the pair weighs just over 4 1/2 pounds. Both the lady and gentleman are in very good overall condition. There is minor wear including small shallow dings/dents on the bases. ...
Charming Antique Quilt Top with Paper Lantern Motif Hand Sewn

$65 USDCharming Antique Quilt Top with Paper Lantern Motif Hand Sewn

Collectibles:Textiles:Quilt:Quilt Top:Art Deco:Paper Lantern:Pattern Quilt:Hand Sewn:Cotton:Bedapread
A charming antique (circa 1920-30s) hand made quilt top. The quilt top is all hand sewn and has a Chinese Paper Lantern motif. Judging from the fabrics used the quilt dates from the 1920-1930s. It measures 72" x 84". The Paper Lantern quilt top is in very good overall condition. It was made and stored away so it was never used. The background fabric looks like sugar or flour sack material. The quilt top would make a fun addition to an antique quilt collection.
19thC Wrought Iron Happy Jack Stick or Hanging Candle Lamp

$100 USD19thC Wrought Iron Happy Jack Stick or Hanging Candle Lamp

Antiques:Lamps, Lighting:By Period Style:19th Century:Primitive:Folk Art:Wrought Iron:Country Happy Jack:Candle Lamp:Non-electric:Metal
A rare antique (circa early to mid 1800s) wrought iron candle holder. This is referred to as a "Happy Jack" and is hand wrought from iron. It can be used via hanging from a hook or chain or by sticking the pointed end into a wood beam. The Happy Jack measures 12 1/4" x 1 7/8" x 3 1/2" high and the candle holder is 7/8" in diameter. The Happy Jack is in very good overall condition. It has light surface rust but can easily be cleaned/polished to suit your taste. The Happy Jack would make a fine ...
Antique Art Nouveau Plateau Tray w/ Mermaids and Sea Shells

$175 USDAntique Art Nouveau Plateau Tray w/ Mermaids and Sea Shells

Antiques:Accessories:Mirror:Plateau:By Period Style:Victorian:Art Nouveau:Mermaid:Metalware
A very unusual antique Plateau or Tray. The Plateau is decorated with an unusual ocean motif that includes Mermaids and Sea Shells. It is made of spelter metal with a gold toned finish and has a mirrored center. The design is not highly defined but has a lovely sinuous form. A Plateau was used on a dining room table to reflect a piece of glass making it appear more important. This could have also been meant to hold perfume bottles on a ladies dressing table or vanity. The Plateau is marked ...
Whimsical 19thC Victorian Dancing Gargoyle Candlestick

$85 USDWhimsical 19thC Victorian Dancing Gargoyle Candlestick

Collectibles:Decorative Arts:By Period Style:Victorian:Gothic:Aesthetic:Gargoyle:Candlestick:Copper:Dragon
A neat antique Victorian candlestick. The candlestick has a whimsical motif of a Gargoyle or Dragon. The Gargoyle looks like he is dancing as he holds flames or a garland. The base is decorated with flowers and has an Aesthetic influence in the design. The candlestick is made of copper and has a nickel plated finish. Overall dimensions are 6" high and 5" x 3 1/4" at the base. The candlestick is in very good overall condition with no chips or cracks in the metal. There is light wear to the nickel ...
Large Victorian Plant or Bird Cage Hook with Cherub

$75 USDLarge Victorian Plant or Bird Cage Hook with Cherub

Collectibles:Decorative Arts:By Period Style:Victorian:Metalware:Brass:Cherub:Angel:Architectural:Hook
A nice Victorian brass hook. The hook features a Cherub or Child's face and scrolls and leaves in a French Rococo design. This is a large piece which was probably used for a plant, bird cage or lamp. Overall dimensions are 8 3/4" deep x 9" x 3 3/8" across the back. The Cherub Hook is in very good overall condition. It would be perfect in a Victorian, Garden theme or French inspired decor.
Victorian Cut Glass & Enameled Chatelaine Perfume Bottle

$120 USDVictorian Cut Glass & Enameled Chatelaine Perfume Bottle

Antiques:Accessories:By Period Style:Victorian:Perfume Bottle:Cut Glass:Chatelaine:Cologne:Enameled Glass
A very pretty antique Victorian Perfume Bottle. The bottle is a chatelaine type and includes a ring and chain. The bottle is cut glass with "faceted" sides and a pretty hand painted enamel flower on the front. The fittings are brass and the bottle includes the original stopper. Overall dimensions including the ring are 4" long x 1 1/4" wide and 1/2" deep. The perfume bottle is in very good overall condition. The only thing to note is some traces of gold on the back that were part of a flower, ...
Antique Paris Royale Goat Pulling MOP Cart Thimble Holder

$100 USDAntique Paris Royale Goat Pulling MOP Cart Thimble Holder

Antiques:Accessories:By Period Style:Victorian:19th Century:Mother Of Pearl:Mop:Sewing:Thimble Holder:Goat
A charming antique sewing thimble holder. The thimble holder is in the figural form of a Goat pulling a cart. The goat is pressed brass, the cart is a natural Mother of Pearl Sea Shell and the wheels are gray metal. Overall dimensions are 2 7/8" long x 1 1/4" wide x 1 1/4" high. The Goat Cart Thimble Holder is in very good overall condition. It would make a wonderful addition to an antique sewing collection.
Antique Art Nouveau Bookends with Ladies and Daisy Flowers

$120 USDAntique Art Nouveau Bookends with Ladies and Daisy Flowers

Antiques:Accessories:Art Nouveau:Ladies:Bookends:Chalkware
A very beautiful set of antique Art Nouveau Bookends. The bookends feature a lovely lady surrounded by Daisy flowers, she is holding a small drum . The lady is dressed in clothing with an Egyptian flair in the design. These bookends are made of plaster and feature the original painted finish. Both are marked with the copyright symbol of a "C" in a circle and the number "127". They are large scale pieces with each measuring 7 3/4" high and 7 3/4" x 3 1/2" at the base, they are heavy and perfect ...
Antique Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Holder with Poppy Flowers

$100 USDAntique Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Holder with Poppy Flowers

Antiques:Clocks, Timepieces:Pocketwatch Holder:By Period Style:Art Nouveau:Metalware:Poppy Flower:Watch Stand:Display
A very pretty antique Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Holder. The watch holder is made of brass and depicts 3 poppy like flowers. The center flower has a small hook to display your favorite watch. Overall dimensions are 4" high x 3 1/8" wide and 2 1/8" in diameter at the base. The Art Nouveau Pocket Watch display is in very good overall condition. There are 2 soder spots on the back but it is from when it was made originally. The watch display would be perfect for a ladies watch, it is lovely.
Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Nude Lady Door Handle

$195 USDAntique Art Nouveau Bronze Nude Lady Door Handle

Antiques:Architectural:By Period Style:Victorian:Art Nouveau:Metalware:Bronze:Nude:Figural:Door
A very beautiful antique Art Nouveau door handle. The handle is in the figural form of a Nude Lady and is made of bronze. It has a wonderful sinuous form which defined the Art Nouveau Movement. The handle is large with the back plate measuring 16 5/8" x 3 7/8", the lady is 7 5/8" long and overall 2 3/8" deep excluding the mounts on the back. The bronze handle is in very good overall condition with no damage. The bronze has a wonderful warm patina. The handle could be used architecturally or ...
Antique Marble Bust of Handsome Man, Narciso Hand Carved

$145 USDAntique Marble Bust of Handsome Man, Narciso Hand Carved

Antiques:Accessories:Sculpture:Marble:Hand Carved:Mythology:Bust:Narciso:Narcissus
A lovely antique Marble Sculpture depicting Narcissus. In Greek Mythology Narcissus was a beautiful young man who fell in love with his own reflection. This fine example is hand carved from Marble and is marked on the base "Narciso". It is interesting to note the "S" is carved backwards making me think the sculpture was carved by an illiterate artisan. The marble has natural veining including a dark spot on the back of one shoulder. Narcissus measures 8 1/4" high and 4 3/4" across his shoulders. ...
Antique Victorian Oil Painting of Lovely Lady Signed

$195 USDAntique Victorian Oil Painting of Lovely Lady Signed

Fine Art:Paintings:By Period Style:Victorian:Edwardian:Portrait:Lady:Signed:Canvas:Realism
A very pretty antique Victorian Oil Painting. The painting is executed on canvas and is signed "F. Widmayer". It is nicely done and the lady has a lovely serene expression. The painting must have been done around Christmas because the lady is wearing a holly leaf pin, she also has a large green hat. Overall dimensions are 12" x 10 1/8". The oil painting is very good overall condition. In person there are no white glares/reflections like it appears in the images below. There are a few small ...
Italian Raffaele  Passarin Hand Painted Charger w/Ladies Portrait

$120 USDItalian Raffaele Passarin Hand Painted Charger w/Ladies Portrait

Antiques:Accessories:Italian:Art Pottery:Italy:Raffaele Passarin:Charger:Hand Painted
A wonderful antique Italian Art Pottery charger. The charger was made by Raffaele Passarin who was born in 1880 and died in 1911. The charger is signed on the front "R Passarin". It is hand painted with excellent attention to detail and measures 14" in diameter. The Portrait Charger is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines or repairs. There are the typical glaze skips on the edges. It would make a wonderful addition to an Italian Art Pottery collection and is being ...
Antique Victorian Blown Blue Satin Glass Brides Bowl

$100 USDAntique Victorian Blown Blue Satin Glass Brides Bowl

Glass:Antique:Basket:Satin Glass:By Period Style:Victorian
A very beautiful antique brides bowl. The satin glass bowl features a graduating blue color on the exterior and a lovely ruffled edge. It is hand blown and has a curved bottom to sit in a silverplate frame. Overall dimensions are 11 1/4" in diameter x 4 3/8" high. The bowl is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. It can be displayed just as it is or it would make a lovely insert to a silverplate frame.
Antique Victorian Blown Cranberry Cased Glass Brides Bowl

$100 USDAntique Victorian Blown Cranberry Cased Glass Brides Bowl

Antiques:Accessories:Glass:Brides Bowl:Blown Glass Cased Glass By Period Style:Victorian:19th Century:Calling Card Basket:Cranberry Glass
A very beautiful antique brides bowl. The bowl features a graduating cranberry ruffled edge and a milk glass body. It is hand blown and measures 10 1/2" in diameter x 3" at the base and 4 1/8" high. The bowl is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. It can be displayed just as it is or it would make a lovely insert to a silverplate frame.
Victorian Bronze Jewelry Box with Playful Cherubs

$100 USDVictorian Bronze Jewelry Box with Playful Cherubs

Antiques:Accessories:Bronze:Jewelry Box:Cherub:Metalware:Bronze:By Period Style:Victorian:19th Century:Vanity
A beautiful antique Victorian Jewelry Box. The box is made of bronze and features a different vignette of playful cherubs on all 4 sides and the lid. The design is elaborate and well detailed. There is a wood and velvet lining inside. The box has a lock but I do not have the key. Overall dimensions are 5" x 4" x 2" high, the box is very heavy for it's size weighing approximately 1 3/4 pounds. The jewelry box is in very good overall condition with no chips, cracks or repairs to the bronze. ...
Elegant Art Deco Satin Drapes w/ Chenille Embroidered Flowers

$120 USDElegant Art Deco Satin Drapes w/ Chenille Embroidered Flowers

Collectibles:Textiles:Art Deco:By Period Style:Satin:Drapes:Curtains:Chenille:Embroidered
A very beautiful set of Art Deco drapery panels. There are 5 panels altogether (2 pairs and an extra for a valance or pillow). The drapes are made of soft light weight satin that drapes beautifully like an old wedding gown. They date circa 1920-30s. The top is decorated with a beige satiny material and the edges have "piping", each panel features two hand embroidered chenille flowers. All 5 panels have pleated tops and are lined in a light cotton material. Each panel measures 23" across the ...
19thC Brass Money or Document Box

$100 USD19thC Brass Money or Document Box

Antiques:Folk Art:Primitive:Metalware:Brass:By Period Style:Americana:19th Century:Box:Document Box
A nice antique Money or Document Box. The box is made from brass and is hand crafted. It has a raised panel lid, a handle and small feet. Overall dimensions are 8 3/8" x 6" x 3 3/4" high excluding the handle. The box is in very good overall condition for its age. There are some small dents and the lock is missing from inside. The exterior has a few verdigris spots and there are some small seam separations. This is a very unusual 19th century brass item.
 
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