Chlorite is a distinctive gray-green stone that was utilized during antiquity for the fabrication of luxurious containers in the greater Gulf region as well as southern Iran.  More »

Chlorite is a distinctive gray-green stone that was utilized during antiquity for the fabrication of luxurious containers in the greater Gulf region as well as southern Iran. Excavations at the archeological site of Tepe Yaya, dated to the mid-third millennium B.C., in Iran unearthed the ruins of workshops where such vessels were discovered. As well, raw materials used for their manufacture, chlorite as well as steatite, quarried from the nearby hills were also present. Found throughout the ancient Near East, from Syria to the Indus Valley, revealing the extensive trade routes of the time, these works are classified by modern historians as belonging to the “Intercultural Style.” Much like the written cuneiform alphabet was used by several distinct cultures throughout the ancient Near East to dictate their individual spoken languages, so such vessels were created by various cultures, each adorning the works with their own distinct aesthetic style. Many examples were discovered in the ruins of palace and temple structures or entombed in thegravesofthenobility,including Sumerian Mesopotamia.10.5"(26.7cm)high Collection:er Eastern Style: Intercultural Style Medium: Chlorite and Shell   « Less

Set of (6) Mother-of-Pearl Fruit Knives Circa. 1890 British Mother of pearl handles with plain sterling silver band attaches handle to metal blade. Faint hallmark  More »

Set of (6) Mother-of-Pearl Fruit Knives Circa. 1890 British Mother of pearl handles with plain sterling silver band attaches handle to metal blade. Faint hallmark on each sterling band. All in original case. The box measures 6 inches x 7 3/4 inches. Knives weigh 28.0 gr. 18.0 dwt Price: 225.00 In excellent original condition   « Less

Circa 1910 WMF claret jug/pitcher in the Art Nouveau style. Typical Secessionist period motifs. Cylindrical in shape with a flared base. Handle, thumb piece and flip lid.  More »

Circa 1910 WMF claret jug/pitcher in the Art Nouveau style. Typical Secessionist period motifs. Cylindrical in shape with a flared base. Handle, thumb piece and flip lid. Impressed ''WMF'' ostrich monogram to underside along with ''B'' - Britannia metal, ''I/O'' - normal thickness of plating/gilding, and ''OX'' - Oxidised. Illustrated on page 140, catalogue number 144, ''Art Nouveau Domestic Design from Wurttembergische Metallwaren Fabrik'' published by the ''Antique Collectors Club''. Generally good. No repairs. Wear and tarnishing to the exterior. Three scratches on one side. Thumb piece and flip lid in good working order. 15.25ins high   « Less

A 25 Piece Antique English Ironstone "Dresden Oriental Flower" Service by Thomas Booth. Dated 1868.

A 25 Piece Antique English Ironstone "Dresden Oriental Flower" Service by Thomas Booth. Dated 1868.   « Less

A BEAUTIFUL GEORG JENSEN LADLE... in the Magnolia Blossom Pattern Approximately 9'' long. Condition: Excellent; Circa: Circa 1940; Heigth: ; Width:

A BEAUTIFUL GEORG JENSEN LADLE... in the Magnolia Blossom Pattern Approximately 9'' long. Condition: Excellent; Circa: Circa 1940; Heigth: ; Width:   « Less

Twelve Side Tea Container made from oak wood with porcelain liner. Has the word ''Tea'' on the front in what appears to be brass. There is a metal ring around the top with  More »

Twelve Side Tea Container made from oak wood with porcelain liner. Has the word ''Tea'' on the front in what appears to be brass. There is a metal ring around the top with an impressed mark (see image 3. Excellent condition, slight age separation on one side (see image 2) Condition: Very Good; Circa: Circa 1930; Heigth: 5 in. (12.70 cm); Width:   « Less

Wonderful hotplate with scripture as the motif. It is made of pot metal and is footed. Condition: very good; Circa: 1970; Heigth: 6''; Width: 6''

Wonderful hotplate with scripture as the motif. It is made of pot metal and is footed. Condition: very good; Circa: 1970; Heigth: 6''; Width: 6''   « Less

Old brass(?) strainer sieve probably made in late 1800''s and used in southern France. Diameter-15''/ h-3.5''. This piece is in good condition and was hand-hammered as you  More »

Old brass(?) strainer sieve probably made in late 1800''s and used in southern France. Diameter-15''/ h-3.5''. This piece is in good condition and was hand-hammered as you can see on photos. For the shipping, don''t worry, we ship from Texas (not from France)! Status: For Sale Reference#: pass001 Condition: Very good Year: Probably late 1800''s Country: France Height: 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) Depth: 15 in. (38.10 cm) Width: 15 in. (38.10 cm) Title: Old strainer sieve   « Less

18th century French oven paddle for removing breads and other foods from the oven or heath. The wooden paddle is six feet five inches in length,a single long piece of wood  More »

18th century French oven paddle for removing breads and other foods from the oven or heath. The wooden paddle is six feet five inches in length,a single long piece of wood hewn from one tree with no joinings. The paddle is a delightful decorative accent(or useful for that long oven) for your country kitchen or rustic family room. A rare French find pre French Revolution! Dimensions: Length 6 Feet, 5 Inches Condition: As found, an early repair on the paddle   « Less

DEERX faience five piece cruet set, hand painted BRETON Country figurals and flowers. A beautiful set, will show well with Quimper,Desvres, and other Rouen faience. Signed  More »

DEERX faience five piece cruet set, hand painted BRETON Country figurals and flowers. A beautiful set, will show well with Quimper,Desvres, and other Rouen faience. Signed Deerx on bases Dimensions: Height 8 Inches Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage.   « Less