Alchimia Lithograph Limited Edition 70/200 29" X 20.5" Perfect Condition

Alchimia Lithograph Limited Edition 70/200 29" X 20.5" Perfect Condition   « Less

Fontana Arte Style Mid-Century Italian Mirror Perfect Vintage Condition 22" w 29"h

Fontana Arte Style Mid-Century Italian Mirror Perfect Vintage Condition 22" w 29"h   « Less

Franco Albini & Franca Helg Design Book 64 Pages 8" X 8" Book is in English and Italian Biography, and full of illustrations

Franco Albini & Franca Helg Design Book 64 Pages 8" X 8" Book is in English and Italian Biography, and full of illustrations   « Less

Rare Pair Of Early 19th Century Adams English Library Table Globes. Circa: 1810, New Globe of the Earth correctly laid down according to ye best Observations & Latest  More »

Rare Pair Of Early 19th Century Adams English Library Table Globes. Circa: 1810, New Globe of the Earth correctly laid down according to ye best Observations & Latest Discoveries [and] New Celestial Globe containing all ye Southern constellations lately observed at the Cape of Good Hope. London: Fleet Street, 1810. Pair of 12” globes mounted on original mahogany stands with compasses and brass hardware, including equator wires mounted from the horizon ring. The celestial globe is in perfect condition; the terrestrial is rubbed with some expert repairs. A fine pair. Among the great English globemakers of the 18th and early 19th centuries, the Adams family stands out. Two members of the family, Dudley Adams and his brother George, were mathematical instrument makers to King George III. Adams globes were of the highest quality and are much rarer today than those by contemporaries such as Cary and Bardin. Dudley Adams (1762-1830) produced this rare pair of library globes in 1810. He was the last active member of the famous family of instrument and globe makers founded by his father, George Adams the elder. Based on his father’s 12-inch globes of c.1763, Dudley preserved the old geography for America, reflecting the Treaty of Paris at the end of the Seven Years’ War. The geography of the Pacific has been updated according to information supplied by his brother, George Adams the younger. The voyages of Cook and others are laid down, and wind currents are shown with arrows. Adams’s celestial globe is based on the star catalog of John Flamsteed, the Royal astronomer at the Greenwich Observatory who, through the use of instruments with telescopic sights, considerably improved the precision of measurement. Adams also employed the most recent star catalog of the Southern stars by Abbe Nicolas-Louis de Lacaille, which had recently replaced one compiled by Edmond Halley. George Adams the elder, the patriarch of the family, is almost as famous for his writings on globe making as he is for his globes. His Treatise describing and explaining the construction and use of new celestial and terrestrial globes (1766-1810) passed through thirty editions. The final 1810 edition of this enduring work includes a preface and additions by Dudley Adams and was published the same year as these globes. Reference: Stevenson, Terrestrial & Celestial Globes, Volume II, pp. 184-87. Price: $48,000 (pair)   « Less

Mid-Century Modern bamboo pattern ice bucket by "Everlast Aluminum". Rare complete vintage ice server with the original insulated liner, lid, and matching ice tongs. This  More »

Mid-Century Modern bamboo pattern ice bucket by "Everlast Aluminum". Rare complete vintage ice server with the original insulated liner, lid, and matching ice tongs. This set has been professionally polished to a high luster and is shinier than it appears in the photos, an absolute knock out in person. No nicks, dents or repairs. Marked, EVERLAST FORGED ALUMINUM on bottom. 9 3/4" tall x 6 1/2"base diameter x 10 3/4" widest.   « Less

This contemporary metal figure was created by sculptor Brian McCarthy. Signed on the base. Brian McCarthy is from New London, CT. Brian is best known for "figural abstract"  More »

This contemporary metal figure was created by sculptor Brian McCarthy. Signed on the base. Brian McCarthy is from New London, CT. Brian is best known for "figural abstract" welded steel sculptures. He was born June 16,1945, and began art school at age 6, studying under Thomas Hughes Ingle (Show Whitney Museum 1956). He was later influenced by Harris Rodvogin. Brian formalized his art education at the Connecticut College in New London from 1969 to 1973. Presently his work is in private collections in South Hampton, NY, Connecticut College, German Naval Headquarters in Eichenforde, Germany, and several other American and European collections. All works are meant to be displayed outdoors. Three large pieces are on display in "The Sculpture Mile" show in Madison, CT. These exhibits are sponsored by the Hollycroft Foundation, Ivoryton, CT, and are curated by William Bendig, the director and former editor of Art Gallery Magazine. The New Moon Blue Man sculpture measures 105 inches tall. It was finished in 2002.   « Less

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VINTAGE WOODEN JEWELRY BOX JAPANESE DESIGN MADE ITALY

VINTAGE WOODEN JEWELRY BOX JAPANESE DESIGN MADE ITALY   « Less

Middle Eastern Circa 1960's A stunning jewel set brass vase with hand wrought brass applique design. The vase is pierced with a fan design and has a circular foot.

Middle Eastern Circa 1960's A stunning jewel set brass vase with hand wrought brass applique design. The vase is pierced with a fan design and has a circular foot.   « Less

Item: Vintage blue & white transferware Palissy Thames River Scenes - Garrick's Villa Hampton ( near Hampton Court ) pottery Jug • Circa: Vintage • Signature:  More »

Item: Vintage blue & white transferware Palissy Thames River Scenes - Garrick's Villa Hampton ( near Hampton Court ) pottery Jug • Circa: Vintage • Signature: Fully Palissy Mark • Dimensions: 5 inches (12.5cm) Height X 5.5 inches (14cm) Width X 3 inches (8cm) - approx • Condition: Good - slight discolouration inside • Provenance: Private Estate / Lincolnshire / UK A very pretty Palissy blue and white transferware Jug decorated with the Thames River Scene series, this one showing Garrick's Villa at Hampton The jug having frilled top and bottom rims icollect, London, UNITED KINGDOM • We specialize in rare and novelty antiques but also cater for all tastes and price ranges. • If you are unsure about any item or would like further details please contact us first, we respond to all E-Mails within 24 hours unless otherwise stated (i.e. if we are away and uncertain about having internet access available). We are always pleased to assist. • Buy with confidence we are a customer orientated company, and believe in rewarding regular clients who have supported us. • Every effort is made regarding the accuracy of descriptions, in the unlikely event that a description is wrong we will take responsibility and offer a full refund or settlement; if you are browsing and observe an item with an in-accurate description then please notify us, it will be received with thanks and be amended ASAP. We offer full guarantees on all items sold as being described accurately. • We offer an exceptional customer services policy and will do everything possible to resolve any issues. In the event that a client has simply changed their mind after receiving their purchase we will offer a full refund (less full postage / insurance) only after the item has been returned in good / unchanged condition. • Our new animated website will be launched early in the New Year • Items are ready to be dispatched usually within 24hrs of cleared payment • Prices given do not include Shipping and insurance   « Less