This pair of French urns are truly fabulous! They are period Empire, circa, 1840. Having awesome castings and patina. they are sure to be wonderful in your home! Measuring  More »

This pair of French urns are truly fabulous! They are period Empire, circa, 1840. Having awesome castings and patina. they are sure to be wonderful in your home! Measuring 15H x 14W. Serious inquiries welcome! Shipping and insurance are determined after checkout. (Item ID:A2086)   « Less

; ; ; ; ; ; This is a spectacular set of French carved walnut dining chairs of excellent quality and design. Look at the carving and the finish and the burgundy  More »

; ; ; ; ; ; This is a spectacular set of French carved walnut dining chairs of excellent quality and design. Look at the carving and the finish and the burgundy suede finished microfiber upholstery is new and has brass nailhead trim. Notice the styling and classic design elements. The set dates to the 1860-80s era and is French. We are trained to notice each of these small and important details and hope that you will see the difference when comparing our items to similar items also available elsewhere. The details often separate the common from the distinctive and sublime. This set of dining chairs, if you could even find a set similar to it, would sell in a metropolitan antique store of distinction for approximately 3500.00. MEASURES (41T X 17D X 18W seat height 19 (J3868) - Status: For Sale Reference#: _80220523214 Condition: See Description Year: UNKNOWN Country: US   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8022Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8022Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

The island nation of Rhodes was an immensely successful commercial power of the Aegean. They strategically sided with Athens but, when in jeopardy, negotiated favorable  More »

The island nation of Rhodes was an immensely successful commercial power of the Aegean. They strategically sided with Athens but, when in jeopardy, negotiated favorable surrenders to Sparta, Alexander the Great, and Demetrios Poliorketes, allowing them to sustain at least some degree of independence based on neutrality. Rhodes was named for the rose, depicted on the reverse of this coin. A portrait of Helios, the sun god, wearing a crown of rays graces the obverse. This image was based upon the head of the great statue of Helios, better known as the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Colossus memorialized the war with Demetrios Poliorketes. He unsuccessfully attacked the city for over a year, around 305-304 B.C. Eventually, a settlement was negotiated and Poliorketes abandoned his siege towers constructed from valuable timbers that the Rhodeans in turn sold off for shipbuilding. The proceeds from this sale were invested in the huge (105 ft.) bronze statue of Helios standing at the entrance of the harbor. While the famous statue served as a reminder of the city's fortitude during the siege and became a tourist attraction, it only stood until 227 B.C. when it was toppled by an earthquake. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or your purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after us. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and place, whether currency in the age we live or an artifact of a long forgotten empire. This ancient coin is more than an artifact; it is a memorial to the glories of Rhodes passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation. - (C.756)   « Less

Stock #: 1007824 Size: 11cm high Price: AU$ 85.00 US$ 87.55 € 64.60 £ 54.40 Danish Danico vase with red glaze, decorated in the  More »

Stock #: 1007824 Size: 11cm high Price: AU$ 85.00 US$ 87.55 € 64.60 £ 54.40 Danish Danico vase with red glaze, decorated in the ‘Sk√∏nvirke’ (hornpainted) style in blue, green & black slip with stylised flowers. Incised number 3?? and DANICO DENMARK Circa 1925 References: Sk√∏nvirke - Hornpainting - involves a cow horn with the end cut off and a goose quill tip insert being used as a method for applying slip. Founded in 1919, the firm closed in 1929. The decoration is by one of two artists who earlier worked at the Kahl Condition: small rough areas to lip & chip to glaze on flower petal   « Less

Olmec Jade Bust - PF.5811, Origin: Mexico, Circa: 900 BC to 300 BC, Dimensions: 3.625" (9.2cm) high, Collection: Pre-Columbian, Style: Olmec, Medium: Jade. The facial  More »

Olmec Jade Bust - PF.5811, Origin: Mexico, Circa: 900 BC to 300 BC, Dimensions: 3.625" (9.2cm) high, Collection: Pre-Columbian, Style: Olmec, Medium: Jade. The facial features of this figure, specifically his thin, slanted eyes and mouth, are characteristic of Olmec art. Considered the mother culture of Mesoamerica, the Olmecs are one of the oldest and richest civilizations ever to inhabit the Americas. Today, they are remembered foremost for their colossal heads of rulers or gods. Their artistic influences and religious traditions were absorbed and adapted by the many diverse cultures that followed them. This bust depicts such a colossal head type in miniature, now connected to the upper portion of a body. This figure is most likely the representation of a great king or high priest or perhaps was a container for the spirit of a deceased ancestor who was continually revered and honored. As great civilizations rise and fall, they leave behind traces of their power. The most sacred ritualistic objects continue to exert a force beyond time and the hands that once held them sacred. A mysterious energy still radiates from the core of this jade carving.   « Less

Bronze Coin of Emperor Honorius - C.0727 Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 394 AD to 423 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze Flavius Honorius was born in 384  More »

Bronze Coin of Emperor Honorius - C.0727 Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 394 AD to 423 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze Flavius Honorius was born in 384 A.D. and became emperor upon the death of his father Theodosius I in 394 A.D. Honorius inherited the Western Empire while his older brother Arcadius ruled the East. Overall, Honorius is considered by many historians to have been a weak and ineffectual ruler. However, he was lucky enough to have the talented and loyal Flavius Stilicho serving under him as Magister Militum. For the first fifteen years of Honorius’ reighn, Stilicho, who was part Vandal, protected the Western Empire from invading barbarians and potential usurpers. Yet during these same years, public anger over the high percentage of Germanic barbarians serving in the Roman army came to a boil. A corrupt official named Olympias convinced Honorius that Stilicho was planning to murder him and install his own son on the throne. Regrettably, Honorius acted against his loyal companion and Stilicho was executed. At this point, the borders were undefended, leaving the Visigoths free to wreak havoc in the West. Under the leadership of Alaric, the Visigoths entered Rome and made it all the was to the Southern tip of Italy before retreating. In 418 A.D., Honorius signed a treaty with the Visigoths, granting them an independent kingdom in what is modern day Toulouse in France, the first barbarian kingdom established on Roman land. Honorius would pass away five years later in 423 A.D.   « Less

Photo View Postcard. Multi. Cardstock. This glossy, full-color, card is titled, "June Lake, California." It shows a town and business area. Photo-color by Merle Porter.  More »

Photo View Postcard. Multi. Cardstock. This glossy, full-color, card is titled, "June Lake, California." It shows a town and business area. Photo-color by Merle Porter. Published by Royal Pictures, Colton, California. Card by Dexter, N. Y. Unused.   « Less

A rare pair of 19C Austrian spoons, made by M. Jarra (A famous silversmith from Poland) L: 16 cm (6.3") ; W(both): 70 gram (2.5 oz)

A rare pair of 19C Austrian spoons, made by M. Jarra (A famous silversmith from Poland) L: 16 cm (6.3") ; W(both): 70 gram (2.5 oz)   « Less

Origin: Magna Graecia Circa: 4 th Century BC Dimensions: 12.5" (31.8cm) high x 13" (33.0cm) wide Collection: Classical Style: Apulian Medium: Terracotta

Origin: Magna Graecia Circa: 4 th Century BC Dimensions: 12.5" (31.8cm) high x 13" (33.0cm) wide Collection: Classical Style: Apulian Medium: Terracotta   « Less